Pro Bono Program

PILI's Law Student Internship Program

About the Pro Bono Program

Our Pro Bono Program works to increase the availability of pro bono legal help for those who cannot afford an attorney in Illinois by developing innovative pro bono opportunities, offering pro bono programming and resources, cultivating best practices, and celebrating the life-changing pro bono performed throughout the state.

Pro Bono Initiative

The Pro Bono Initiative serves as a hub for pro bono within the Illinois legal community by providing programming, resources and technical assistance to engage more pro bono volunteers and to enhance the pro bono experience.

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Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committees

PILI’s Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committees strive to increase equal access to justice by promoting and enhancing pro bono legal services within a specific circuit.

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Pro Bono Opportunities

PILI provides a variety of pro bono opportunities for lawyers, law students and legal professionals across Illinois.

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Awards & Recognition

PILI believes it is important to recognize those that ensure access to justice is a reality for the many and not just the few.

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