PILI’s Annual Pro Bono Reception celebrates the inspiring and life-changing pro bono work being done in Illinois through effective pro bono programs, innovative partnerships, and the unwavering dedication of individual attorneys and legal professionals. Among our nearly 300 guests are lawyers and legal professionals from law firms, corporations, law schools and legal aid organizations as well as the current class of PILI Interns and Fellows. We also pay tribute to the Illinois law firms and corporations named to PILI’s Pro Bono Recognition Roster and Pro Bono Honor Roll while enjoying drinks, appetizers and excellent company.

We offer several sponsorship levels and recognize event sponsors on all web and print material related to the event. Sponsorships levels range from $1,000 to $7,500 and all funds raised go towards supporting our Pro Bono Program. In 2025, there were 40 sponsors for this event, including 34 law firms and 6 corporations. The initial deadline for 2026 event sponsorship is Wednesday, May 13th.

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You may use this form to submit payment for your the Annual Pro Bono Reception sponsorship, for which we are very grateful. If you have questions about sponsorship or payment, please contact Michael Bergmann by email or at 312-832-5129.

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