Our team compassionately and respectfully addresses the legal needs of vulnerable populations to provide timely access to justice – empowering our community with education and knowledge.

Quarterly Updates

Q1 | 2026

Thank you for making
Giving Hearts Day a success!

Thank you to all who helped nominate, donate, and continue to support our mission and cause every day. Your support helps us to be able to continue to show up and help those in our communities. We hope to see you at our upcoming gala to gather for a fun night and see what your support and all of us working together can do.

North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force

The North Dakota Human Trafficking Task Force hosts webinars that educate the community on what sex trafficking really looks like in North Dakota and what you can do about it! Here are the details to register for the next webinar:

📅 March 9, 2026

🕛 12:00–1:00 PM CT

💻 Virtual Webinar

Films like Sound of Freedom have raised awareness about trafficking. But what does sex trafficking actually look like in our communities?

This session will focus on:

• Common misconceptions

• How trafficking presents locally

• What professionals and community members can realistically do

• How to respond responsibly

If you work in education, law enforcement, healthcare, social services, or simply care about your community, this conversation matters.

Additional information can be found on the North Dakota Hope Project website.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Join our growing community of sponsors and be recognized as a leader in supporting justice, equity, and stability for North Dakotans. Various packages are available that range in sponsorship recognition benefits and price.

Gifts to the Legal Services of North Dakota are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed.

Learn About Sponsorships

Did You Know?

Legal Services of North Dakota has a disaster relief program!

Visit our website to learn about our Disaster Legal Service program, how to prepare for a disaster, and what resources are available in your community for disaster recovery.

Learn About Disaster Legal Services

Supporting the Mission

LSND is a nonprofit organization that provides services to underserved communities. You can most help our efforts by volunteering your time or donating to support the cause.

Donate to LSND

Community Calendar

If you or someone you know would like to meet with someone face-to-face, a community event is the perfect time to do that! We have them on a regular basis each month and in various locations.

View our Community Calendar

First Annual Gala: Roaring Pursuit of Justice
April 18, 2026

Step back into the Roaring Twenties for an unforgettable evening at the Pursuit of Justice Gala, a celebration of fairness, community, and the enduring pursuit of justice.

Guests will enjoy a vibrant night featuring:

Food & Drinks: A curated menu with classic and modern favorites
Interactive Games: Engaging activities throughout the evening
Awards Program: Honoring individuals and partners making a meaningful impact
Networking: Connect with community leaders, advocates, and supporters who share a commitment to justice

Set against a 1920s inspired backdrop, this gala will blend timeless elegance with meaningful purpose. Whether you’re networking, celebrating achievements, or supporting access to justice, the evening promises rich connections and memorable moments.

All proceeds support efforts to advance justice and strengthen communities.

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Meet the Roaring Pursuit of Justice Hosts!

Meet Your Emcee:
Steve Simonson (aka “Bosley”)

We’re excited to announce that Steve Simonson—Managing Attorney and Director of Litigation for Legal Services of North Dakota (LSND)—will serve as emcee for the 2026 Roaring Pursuit of Justice Gala. And honestly, this reason alone is worth attending.

A proud native of Enderlin, North Dakota, Steve’s path has taken him from West Point and NDSU to service as an Infantry officer in the U.S. Army, and ultimately to a distinguished legal career here at home. Since 2012, he has led LSND’s Fargo office with steadfast commitment to our mission of making justice available to all.

Outside the courtroom, Steve embraces small-town life, enjoys reading history, and can often be found strumming his guitar.

Meet Your Flapper-in-Chief:
Allison Anderson

Allison has been part of the Legal Services of North Dakota team for 4 years, bringing her small-town Minnesota roots, infectious energy, and unwavering commitment to equal justice for all. Outside the office, she’s a proud wife and mom to a blended family of three incredible kids.

Meet Your Game Host:
"Jazzy" Jax Wetteland

Equal parts attorney, advocate, and professional fun-haver, Jax Wetteland is taking a break from the courtroom to keep order where it truly matters, the game floor.

By day, Jax is a fearless family law attorney with Legal Services of North Dakota, fighting for justice and standing up for clients. By night? A quick-witted, high-energy Games Host ready to hype the crowd, call the shots, and maybe stir up a little friendly rivalry.

Meet Your CO-Flapper-in-Chief:
Bobby Stokes

With charm to spare, an eye for coordination, and a true passion for community, Bobby Stokes is stepping up as Co–Flapper-in-Chief for the 2026 LSND Roaring Pursuit of Justice Gala!

Bobby has been with Legal Services of North Dakota for 1.5 years, pairing his hospitality background with his role as Program Coordinator. Known for his love of outreach, connection, and equal access to justice, Bobby excels at building bridges—and hosting an unforgettable soirée along the way.