Legal Rights Center

Frankly I have no idea what's going on here. It sounds like this place was founded on a mission with purpose, but similar to other experiences shared here: I was told they could help me, I was assured it would be no problem by Ed? , and just a bullshit charge. The person who ended up 'working' with me - Hersch Izek- went from reassuring me that I had nothing to worry about, to being dismissive, ignoring me when we'd briefly discuss things, misleading and misinforming me- telling me one set of things, only then I later find out that the decisions, agreements, and consequences he at the last minute, conversely urged me to pursue- would be wildly different and deeply unjust. Only too late did I realize he would sooner lie and let anyone be wrongfully punished so he could leave to have a cigarette, than spend 15 minutes preparing for your case. By no means would I recommend having this person as legal counsel, or trust that they will be honest, direct, or advocate for your best interests.

I reached out to this place to get advice on or even to simply get directed to reputable resources on commutations of sentences in MN. I spoke with Leo who continued to over talk me and not even listen to my actual question. He kept pushing me to contact the supervisor of the PD who represented my dad 16 years ago on a closed case or and continued to over talk me to tell me that they can’t help me and to contact the innocence project who I have contacted over the last 16 years about my dad they can’t help. All I was asking for was not to hire a lawyer just simply something reputable and article anything other than the innocence project regarding commutations in MN. Leo became irritated, didn’t even hear me over spoke me. I left the call in tears I don’t know why he had to be so ugly with me.

I’m only giving two stars because the staff working in the building when I went for help were amazing. They made me feel hopeful after months of dread. I teared up in front of the person helping me, and they closed their door and gave me tissues. I felt very comfortable and taken care of. I didn’t think they’d help me because nowhere else had. They did say they found someone willing to take on my case, but unfortunately I never received any communication from them. They did file on to my case though, which actually made it more difficult in court when they didn’t show up. The judge was a little confused and didn’t really want to see me when my representation didn’t show up. I convinced them to see me without my representation present. Faith Bickner was then taken off my case by the judge. I do think their mission and what they stand for is great, but it’s unfortunate that the attorneys assigned to help people never reach out and ghost them the day of court. 3 hours later and still have not received a call or text back. I do believe I worked with a person named Ed or something similar, I lost their business card. The thing I remember most about them was their jordans. I just wanted to give them a shout out for helping me out and comforting me even if it didn’t result in any actual legal help. I hope Faith helps the other people she agreed to help so they don’t have to experience what I did.

I am glad I asked Legal Rights Center for help after some crime accusations. LRC lawyer Marecca Vertin was always in time for appointments, filing court documents, and court appearances. She also helped me to understand all my legal options. This lead to reaching an acceptable compromise with prosecution, giving me a chance to minimize damage. For me, this is an additional prove that LRC is to help people, but not to make money from people missteps as some paid lawyer do.

All I can say is WOW! With the help of a great knowledgeable, Patient, get to bussiness atttituttude Attorney like Mr. IZEK H. I wouldn't be enjoying freedom from an old case that is now resolved without me even having to return to MN if it wasn't for Izek. I'm born and raised in Minnesota and I knew I needed a Minnesota Attorney to help me even though I live in Arizona. Thank you isn't enough but you may have a wonderful life and continue to help others like you helped me. God Bless

Had me waiting for months just to tell me they can’t help with my case " they had a busy workload " my trial was push back 7 months .

Staff are polite and very concerned about their clients as well as the family of their families.. I was in distress over my son been in jail and not been able to see him..but one of the attorneys mr A Gordon felt pity for me and went right away to visit with my son.. He brought such joy to my heart as well as my family.. Thank you sir. May God bless your every efforts