2015 Distinguished Public Service Award: Chief Justice Rita B. Garman
“She has opened doors for other women lawyers, encouraged judges to improve their skills, and led efforts to make the justice system in our state more fair. “
PILI Mourns the Passing of Roger Pascal
We extend our condolences to Roger’s family, and are thankful for his great example of volunteerism and years of service to PILI.
Make a gift to PILI this holiday season
Make a donation on our website, or text “PILI” to 243725 to make a donation on your phone.
Aharon Kaye and Cindy Wilson Join PILI’s Board of Directors
Aharon is a partner at Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, and Cindy is a clinical professor at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
PILI Celebrates One Year of the Legal Prep Community Law Clinic
Thank you to all those who volunteered and helped coordinate the clinic so far! We are excited to continue this program next year.
Thank You to Kirkland & Ellis LLP for Adopting the November Legal Prep Community Law Clinic
Six attorneys from Kirkland & Ellis LLP volunteered at the November Legal Prep Community Law Clinic, providing free legal assistance to six clients.
PILI Alumni Spotlight: Amanda Walsh, 2015 Law Student Intern
“In five, ten, fifteen years and beyond, I plan to continue serving and fighting for this vulnerable population and I am so thankful to PILI for helping me start my career.”
PILI Alumni Spotlight: Sarah Schultes, 2015 PILI Graduate Fellow
“I can say with certainty that my experience as a PILI has had a positive impact on my law school experience, and on my choices about where to work upon graduation.”
PILI Pro Bono Spotlight: Allstate Insurance Company
“Our attorneys just feel a great sense of pride from their pro bono work.”
PILI Board Member Spotlight: Sarah Bernstein
“I really enjoy being on the Board with so many other attorneys committed to pro bono. I feel good about the fact that we are making a difference for people who need pro bono services.”