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We proudly support and promote the voluntary pro bono legal representation of the Chicago area's poor and working poor.

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Upcoming Events

Seminar: Immigration Bond Training

Join our Zoom training to learn how to represent detained immigrants in bond hearings, a short-term, low-commitment pro bono opportunity suitable for all attorneys. Clients represented at bond hearings have a better chance of release, and you can earn 1 hour of CLE credit.

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GAL for Minors Training

Debi Martin, Supervising Attorney for the Guardian ad Litem (GAL) for Minors program, will cover the skills required to be a successful GAL for a minor as well as the issues that may come up during the case. This training is for licensed attorneys interested in working as pro bono Guardians ad Litem for children through CVLS. No prior experience is necessary.

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GAL for Disabled Adults Training

A Guardian ad Litem is appointed by the court in adult guardianship cases in order to represent the best interests of the allegedly disabled adult. Join us as Lisa Murphy, Adult GAL Director, covers the skills required to be a successful GAL for adult guardianship cases and the issues that may arise during those cases.

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Early Resolution Program Training

CVLS is training and supporting volunteer attorneys to help small landlords who can’t pay their bills without rent —people who have been financially devastated by the pandemic.

Trained volunteers will be matched with appropriate clients for legal advice, including information about alternatives to litigation such as rental assistance, mediation, and repayment plans.

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GAL for Disabled Adults Training

A Guardian ad Litem is appointed by the court in adult guardianship cases in order to represent the best interests of the allegedly disabled adult. Join us May 23 as Lisa Murphy, Adult GAL Director, covers the skills required to be a successful GAL for adult guardianship cases and the issues that may arise during those cases.

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