As PILI’s new fiscal year began on September 1st, we want to welcome three new members to our Board of Directors.
Introducing New Leadership of PILI’s Board of Directors
At its July 2026 meeting, the PILI Board of Directors elected new officers for PILI’s next two fiscal years beginning September 1, 2026. Lisa McCraw was elected President.
August 2026 PILI Post
Read more about PILI Giving Day, plus grants, Alumni highlights, Internship opportunities and more.
Thank You to the Outgoing Chair of Our Alumni Network Leadership Council, Kimberly Mills
PILI is grateful to Kimberly Mills who has been serving as Chair of our Alumni Network Leadership Council for the last year and will conclude her term at the end of this month.
Thank You to the Outgoing Chair of Our Young Professionals Board, Anthony Lewis
PILI is grateful to Anthony Lewis, who has been serving as Chair of our Young Professionals Board for the last year and will conclude his term at the end of this month.
Honoring Outgoing PILI Board President Kyle Petersen
PILI recently recognized Kyle Petersen of Seyfarth Shaw for her exceptional leadership as President of the PILI Board of Directors since September 2024.
Celebrating the Service of PILI’s Outgoing Board Members
As PILI’s Fiscal Year 2026 comes to an end, we want to extend our greatest appreciation for the leadership of several individuals who are concluding their service on PILI’s Board of Directors at the end of August.
Thank You to All Who Supported PILI Giving Day
PILI’s Giving Day was a huge success and we are incredibly grateful to our wonderfully generous donors for their support in helping us reach our goal.
PILI Welcomes Newest Alumni at 2026 Alumni Reception
On August 5th, PILI’s Alumni Network gathered at The Gage in Chicago for the 2026 Alumni Reception. The successful evening brought together PILI Interns, Fellows, Alumni, Advisors and friends to celebrate this year’s class and welcome our newest members into the PILI Alumni Network. Throughout the summer, PILI Law Student Interns and Graduate Fellows have […]
PILI Receives More Than $300,000 in Grant Support to Advance Equal Access to Justice
PILI is proud to announce that we have received $302,174 in new grant funding to expand access to legal assistance, strengthen pro bono service and invest in PILI’s organizational capacity and future. These grants will support several areas of PILI’s work, including Illinois Free Legal Answers, our Conflict of Interest Pro Bono Referral Panels, legal […]