Practice resources

These resources are written for legal professionals doing legal aid or pro bono work. If you do not have legal training, they may be difficult to understand. Visit resources from the main menu for legal information written and designed for the public.

U.S. citizens' rights Resources
Guide to state and federal election law: ballot access, electoral boards, residency, remedies, financial disclosure, vacancies in office, referenda, nomination by caucus, recounts, etc. 2020 edition.
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Manual on farming law, including land trusts, farm leaseholds, life estates, and leases. 2022 edition
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Gives information about how to file a request for reconsideration.
Lawyer Manuals
Explains filing a Request for Reconsideration in overpayment cases, late appeals, and overpayments for SSDI and SSI.
Lawyer Manuals
Information for lawyers about the General Assistance program in Chicago and the rest of Illinois.
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This is a lawyer manual from Illinois Legal Aid Online. It covers all aspects of SNAP.
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An article for lawyers that describes the elements of the five-step evaluation process to be eligible for SSI or SSDI.
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Guidance and resources for attorneys regularly practicing in this area as well as those practicing in other areas for which immigration issues have taken on greater importance. 2022 edition.
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Manual on municipal governments including municipal labor law, contracts, construction contracts, and more. 2024 edition.
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Guide to municipal property finance and tax issues, general obligation and revenue bonds, the sale of municipal obligations, special assessments, special service areas, and TIF. 2022 edition
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Gives information about the different options you have for late appeals.
Lawyer Manuals
Covers the different types of Social Security that a client might receive.
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Manual on real estate taxation with info on taxable and exempt property, appraisals, property taxes, and more. 2020 edition
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Explains the requirements for qualifying for a Waiver of an overpayment of benefits under the SSI and SSDI programs.
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A practical guide for attorneys with issues that arise when forming and utilizing an S corporation. 2022 Edition
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A program for legal aid and pro bono lawyers to estimate a household's food stamps (SNAP) benefits.
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