2024 State Conference: Full Schedule

Bridging Worlds: Community, Culture, and the Work of Legal Aid — Wednesday, November 6 - Friday, November 8, 2024 — Madden’s Resort on Gull Lake, Brainerd MN

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8:00am CST

Development and Communications Meetup

Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CST

Town Hall - Governor Sibley

An opportunity for development and communication staff to discuss issues and ideas in their work. Submit topics you'd like to discuss by clicking the Ask a Question button at this link.

Facilitators: Crystal Jamerson, Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator, Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota; Nate Grizzle, Communications and Outreach Coordinator, Justice North

Facilitators

Nate Grizzle

Communications & Outreach Coordinator, Justice North

Nate Grizzle joined Justice North as their communication and outreach coordinator in February 2023. Before coming to Justice North, Nate spent his career in radio — both as a host and behind the scenes managing on-air talent, programming, branding, and communication strategy. Nate... Read More →

Crystal Jamerson

Community Engagement & Outreach Coordinator, Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota (LSNM)

Crystal Jamerson is the Community Engagement and Outreach Coordinator at Legal Services of Northwest Minnesota (LSNM). With over 20 years’ experience working with people, Crystal’s passion is seeing individuals and organizations do better and go further than they think possible... Read More →

Friday November 8, 2024 8:00am - 8:50am CST
Town Hall - Governor Sibley

Meetup/Affinity Group

9:00am CST

Handling the Social Security Disability Hearing: A Guide for Representatives

Friday November 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CST

Town Hall - Governor Sibley

This presentation will serve as a valuable resource for representatives to effectively advocate for their clients, ensuring they receive the benefits they are entitled to. This presentation will address strategies providing a roadmap from prehearing to post hearing, including gathering evidence, preparing the client, presenting the case, and navigating the appeals process. Whether you’re a seasoned representative with years of experience or new to the field, this presentation offers practical insights to enhance your understanding and effectiveness in Social Security Disability hearings.

CLE: 1.0 hour of Standard CLE credit

Speakers

Jenna Saverynski

Paralegal, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS)

Jenna Saverynski has been a paralegal with SMRLS for five years. In that time, she has helped dozens of clients seeking disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. She has assisted clients with initial applications and several levels of appeal, including hearings... Read More →

Nicole Mourgos

Lead Attorney, Economic Justice Unit, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS)

Nicole Mourgos is a lead attorney in the Economic Justice unit with Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services (SMRLS) in its Mankato office and has been at SMRLS since 2015. Nicole represents clients throughout the 17 counties the Southwest Region covers. Nicole represents clients... Read More →

Social Security Disability Hearing Slides pdf

Social Security ALJ Hearings Supplemental Materials pdf

Friday November 8, 2024 9:00am - 10:00am CST
Town Hall - Governor Sibley

Breakout Sessions, Standard CLE