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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 33 MIN

The ‘Dirtbag’ Lawyer Helping Immigrants. Plus, St. Paul Art Crawl

from City Cast Twin Cities · host City Cast

Dan Suitor is one of many lawyers in the Twin Cities who have pivoted to helping free immigrants from ICE custody by filing habeas petitions. But he doesn’t do immigration law. As a self-described "dirtbag" lawyer, Suitor shares why the moment compelled him to step outside his comfort zone. Suitor also explains why advocates’ fight to temporarily change the pre-eviction notice window from 30 days to 60 days is important. Plus, check out the St. Paul Art Crawl and excellent local music this week.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: The Minneapolis “Dirtbag Lawyer” Challenging ICE Detentions—and Winning (Mother Jones)   Red Planet at MetroNOME  MSPIFF Opening Night Gifted Handz live album recording at Berlin St. Paul Art Crawl 2026  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 6th episode: Taskrabbit Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Dan Suitor is one of many lawyers in the Twin Cities who have pivoted to helping free immigrants from ICE custody by filing habeas petitions. But he doesn’t do immigration law. As a self-described "dirtbag" lawyer, Suitor shares why the moment compelled him to step outside his comfort zone. Suitor also explains why advocates’ fight to temporarily change the pre-eviction notice window from 30 days to 60 days is important. Plus, check out the St. Paul Art Crawl and excellent local music this week.  Learn more about the topics discussed in today's episode: The Minneapolis “Dirtbag Lawyer” Challenging ICE Detentions—and Winning (Mother Jones)   Red Planet at MetroNOME  MSPIFF Opening Night Gifted Handz live album recording at Berlin St. Paul Art Crawl 2026  Learn more about the sponsors of this April 6th episode: Taskrabbit Minneapolis Institute of Art Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastTwinCities on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 612-217-0637. For more Twin Cities news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Twin Cities. Looking to advertise on City Cast Twin Cities? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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