“Bernie’s accomplishments and leadership are remarkable. He is the soul of our organization and a role model for not only our staff, but for all legal aid staff.”
Forum on Pro Bono Looks at ABA Study on Pro Bono
On October 3, 2017, PILI held its Illinois Forum on Pro Bono at The Chicago Bar Association with over 70 people in attendance. The Illinois Forum on Pro Bono is held annually and brings together a cross-section of pro bono stakeholders to discuss the ideas and strategies to expand and enhance pro bono in Illinois. […]
Guest Post: “I Don’t Have Time For Pro Bono!”
This is a guest post from Scott Vogelmeier, a Senior Compliance Analyst at State Farm Bank in Bloomington and a member of the Eleventh Circuit Pro Bono Committee.
Update on ABA Pro Bono Survery Conducted in Illinois
In early 2017, the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice—in partnership with the Chicago Bar Foundation, the Illinois Bar Foundation, and the Public Interest Law Initiative—released a statewide survey to hear directly from attorneys about their experiences with pro bono.
Law School Representatives Meet for 2017 Roundtable
They discussed successful programs and the impact of recent events on law schools and their students.
Discussing Hot Topics in Family Law
PILI’s Fifth and Sixth Judicial Pro Bono Committees and Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation provided a complimentary CLEs on “Hot Topics in Family Law” in June and July.
Guardianship Basics CLE presented by PILI, Prairie State and Rock Island County Bar
During this program, speakers explored the basics for pursuing an adult guardianship and for serving as a guardian ad litem.
Corporate Attorneys Discuss Increasing Pro Bono Participation
Pro bono leaders from corporate legal departments recently gathered at PILI’s Corporate Pro Bono Roundtable.
New Energy Provides Opportunities and Challenges for Law Firm Pro Bono Programs
On Friday, May 12, 2017, law firm pro bono leaders came together for the Law Firm Pro Bono Roundtable.
Join us for PILI’s Annual Pro Bono Reception – June 21st
This event celebrates the inspiring and life-changing pro bono work being done in Illinois.