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.

Administrative hearings Resources
Administrative review
Civil procedure/ administrative review process for reinstatement of driving permits.
Lawyer Manuals
Domestic Violence and DCFS toolkit - advocates
Toolkit to help with safety and stability for children and families during DCFS investigations related to domestic violence.
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Formal and informal hearings
Overview of the types of hearings available to clients seeking reinstatement of driving privileges.
Lawyer Manuals
Reinstatement and issuance of restricted driving permits
Overview of relevant Illinois laws and regulations pertaining to the reinstatement of driving permits.
Lawyer Manuals
Representing clients with alcohol/drug related offenses
A guide to preparing to represent clients with driving offenses related to alcohol/drugs.
Lawyer Manuals
Representing clients with non-alcohol/drug related offenses
A guide to preparing to represent clients with driving offenses unrelated to alcohol/drugs.
Lawyer Manuals
Responding to a DCFS investigation
Responding to a DCFS investigation
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Revoked or suspended licenses administrative hearings
A guide to administrative hearings before the Office of the Secretary of State.
Lawyer Manuals
The formal hearing process
Overview of the formal hearing process for reinstating a revoked or suspended driver’s license.
Lawyer Manuals