Practical Advice

WORKING WITH PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

People with disabilities have rights and may need to exercise those rights through the legal process. The legal profession must ensure equal justice and equal access by representing people with disabilities.

Practical advice from experts on working with people with developmental disabilities:

Ensuring Adequate Legal Representation

Courtroom Access and Accomodations

Working with people with developmental disabilities as:

Victims

Witnesses

Clients

Wards in Guardianship Proceedings

Employees

How to get involved in representing people with developmental disabilities, or to find someone to represent you in Minnesota:

Disability Law Center

Pro Se Project