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Upcoming Events
GAL for Minors Training
This training offers licensed attorneys essential skills and potential challenges when serving as pro bono GALs for children through CVLS, requiring no prior experience.
Seminar: Chapter 7 Bankruptcies
CVLS has seen an uptick in those seeking bankruptcy relief over the past few years, likely on account of the high rates of inflation. Long-time CVLS volunteers, Sal Lopez and[...]
Child Representative Training
Looking to learn more about the role of a child representative in contested custody cases? Join our live ZOOM training program to gain insights from our distinguished panel of presenters.[...]
New Volunteer Orientation
Sit down with a CVLS staff attorney and our CVLS Clinic Coordinator as they take you through the ins and outs of being a Chicago Volunteer Legal Services volunteer.
Vino + Van Gogh 2026
Join the Junior Board of Chicago Volunteer Legal Services as they host the 17th Annual Vino + Van Gogh! Vino + Van Gogh is a wonderful opportunity for all professionals[...]
Seminar: SIJS Predicate Orders in Probate 101
SIJS is a form of protection available to immigrant children who have suffered abuse, abandonment, or neglect by a parent. In order to apply for the immigration benefit, the child[...]
New Volunteer Orientation
Sit down with a CVLS staff attorney and our CVLS Clinic Coordinator as they take you through the ins and outs of being a Chicago Volunteer Legal Services volunteer.