As part of our 2026 Annual Pro Bono Reception, we will celebrate those named to PILI’s Pro Bono Volunteer Honor Roll. Those recognized through our Honor Roll have been chosen by PILI staff for their volunteer contributions through the pro bono opportunities
PILI Announces its 2026 Pro Bono Recognition Roster
On June 24th, as part of the Annual Pro Bono Reception, PILI will recognize 40 law firms and corporations named to the 2026 Pro Bono Recognition Roster.
Illinois Supreme Court Expands MCLE for Pro Bono Pilot Program to Newly-Admitted Attorneys
The Illinois Supreme Court has announced amendments to Supreme Court Rule 795(d)(14) that will allow newly-admitted attorneys to participate in Illinois’ MCLE for Pro Bono Pilot Program beginning July 1, 2026. The amendment expands access to the pilot program by permitting newly-admitted attorneys who have not yet entered their first two-year Minimum Continuing Legal Education […]
PILI Welcomes our Summer 2026 Law Student Interns and Graduate Fellows
PILI welcomes its Summer 2026 PILI Law Student Interns and Graduate Fellows with a daylong orientation including a Self-Represented Litigant Simulation and several educational sessions with the help of members of PILI’s Alumni Network, public interest legal professionals and judges.
PILI Welcomes Alondra Dueñas to the Team
Alondra joined PILI in June 2026 as our Intake & Program Support Associate. She is responsible for supporting the work of PILI’s Pro Bono Program, conducting client intake interviews, maintaining client service data, and helping to support PILI’s statewide pro bono volunteers. In this role, her responsibilities include supporting client intake and referral services, maintaining […]
PILI Announces its Summer 2026 Honorary, Memorial & Named Interns
In the summer of 2026, 23 Law Student Interns will hold Honorary, Memorial or Named Internship positions, which are created and funded by individuals and groups dedicated to promoting public interest law service and supporting PILI’s Law Student Internship Program.
May 2026 PILI Post
Celebrate pro bono leadership, explore upcoming PILI programs and events, and join us for the Annual Pro Bono Reception on June 24th.
PILI Receives More Than $100,000 in Grant Support from Foundations and Legal Community Partners
PILI has received more than $100,000 in grant support from foundations and legal community partners to strengthen public interest law engagement, support pro bono service, and increase access to legal assistance throughout Illinois.
April 2026 PILI Post
This month, we celebrated the Young Professionals Board Arcade for Legal Aid event, honored volunteers for National Volunteer Week, and so much more.
Celebrating National Volunteer Week with PILI’s Young Professionals Board
PILI celebrates National Volunteer Week this year by honoring members of our Young Professionals Board.