Adult Representation Services
Dedicated advocacy
Adult Representation Services is a Hennepin County department that provides independent legal representation, advocacy and support to clients experiencing poverty in civil matters where they are entitled to an attorney. We connect clients to resources to help them achieve self-sufficiency and advocate to protect their rights in and outside of court.
Learn about our programs and services.
We are not affiliated with the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office, Adult Protection Services, or the Child Support Division. Consultation with us is confidential.
Featured stories
Breaking the cycle for incarcerated Minnesotans
ARS is partnering with the Hennepin County Adult Corrections Facility (ACF) to provide legal counsel to people while they are still incarcerated.
Veterans Day spotlight: Continuing to serve at ARS
ARS attorneys like Chantell Higgins and Carman Leone are drawing on their military experience to help clients with civil legal issues.
ARS featured on “Public Defenseless” podcast
ARS attorneys joined host Hunter Parnell on the podcast “Public Defenseless” in October 2025 to explain the benefits of civil public defense.