FOP Member:

The Minnesota State Lodge is pleased to offer its members an expanded Minnesota Legal Defense Plan. Several years ago, it was decided that we will be replacing the current nationwide legal defense plan through Summit Risk / Keenan, and replace it with a locally controlled, Minnesota only plan.

The Minnesota Legal Defense Plan is administered through the State Lodge. The cost is only $150 per year.  The Fowler Law Firm, L.L.C. , is our legal services provider. The State Lodge has built a positive working relationship with the firm. They have experience in criminal defense, civil, and labor matters. Under the plan, you will have the security of knowing exactly who your attorney is if an emergency arises, and not have to worry about finding an attorney on a list who will agree to represent you. A number is available to all plan members to contact the firm directly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Under the Minnesota Legal Defense Plan, more services are covered than under any other plans. Below is a schedule of exactly what will be covered.  For example, previously, only incidents that were "on the job" were covered for criminal and civil representation. Now, any incident, on or off duty that causes a criminal charge, a civil case, or employment discipline will be covered for 100% of attorneys fees, with no limits on the attorneys fees. Further, your spouse will also be covered for full representation for any criminal defense cases. In addition, your household family will have access to greatly discounted legal services for other services that are not covered by the plan.

The Minnesota State Lodge is pleased to offer, and strongly encourages all members to join, the plan to protect yourselves and your family. The investment of the low yearly premium is well worth the benefits of the Plan, and with its expanded benefits and local control by the Minnesota State Lodge, you will be well served and protected by a reputable law firm with ample ability and experience should you need it. The firm is available to answer any further questions you may have directly at 651-287-8883.

Please fill out the enclosed form with your $150.00 check to the Minnesota State Lodge at P.O. Box 270026, Golden Valley, MN 55427. You must be a member of a local F.O.P. lodge in order to apply for this plan.  For more information, call 952-895-0405. Credit cards are now accepted.  Please call the FOP office to use this feature.