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.

Pro Bono Resources
2016/2017 family law changes
A document for lawyers to reference that has important changes happening to the IMDMA and the Parentage Act in 2016, and child support in 2017.
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Divorce training for attorneys
A video training presented by Phil Mohr of Chicago Volunteer Legal Services that goes over the basics of divorce law in Illinois.
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Federal government attorneys doing pro bono work
Explains the definitions and limitations of pro bono legal services for attorneys working for the federal government.
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Immigration pro bono opportunities for lawyers in Chicago
Volunteer as a pro bono attorney to help with immigration issues in the Chicago area.
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Law student pro bono
Describes pro bono work for law students with volunteer opportunities and resources.
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Orders of Protection training for Legal Answers volunteers
A brief video training that covers Orders of Protection, including emergency orders, plenary orders, and termination/extension of existing orders.
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Pro bono for retired, corporate, and out-of-state attorneys
Illinois has rules that encourage all types of attorneys to provide pro bono services, even if they are not active status.
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Reporting pro bono and financial contributions
Discusses Supreme Court Rule 756(f) which requires attorneys in Illinois to report their pro bono hours and financial contributions to legal aid organizations.
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The mental health treatment world - a crash course for attorneys
Dr. John Mundt of the Jesse Brown VA Hospital speaks to a group of attorneys about the basics of mental health treatment. He also goes over how to review mental health records.
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What work is 'pro bono'?
Describes what activities are considered pro bono legal services and which ones are just charitable acts.
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