“To me, lawyers exist to help people who need help. The ‘haves’ are always going to do okay, but there are a lot of people who are in need. In our society, lawyers can play a critical role.”
PILI Alumni Spotlight: Lorie Chaiten, 1985 Graduate Fellow
“My experience as a PILI Fellow gave me the opportunity to see impact litigation in a legal services setting first hand. Most importantly, it introduced me to some of the leading social justice litigators in Chicago.”
PILI Pro Bono Spotlight: The John Marshall Law School Community Legal Clinics
“Clinics give incredibly valuable experience to law students, and at the same time serve a need in the community.”
PILI Board Member Spotlight: Jim Rolfes
“What I like best about serving on PILI’s Board is being part of a group that really cares about the profession and cares about living up to its obligation to help people in need.”
Thank You to Jenner & Block for Adopting Legal Prep Community Law Clinic
Three volunteer attorneys each assisted a client with legal needs.
Thank You to Jenner & Block for Adopting Legal Prep Community Law Clinic
Three volunteer attorneys each assisted a client with legal needs.
Play for PILI Most Successful Alumni Fundraiser Ever
We raised $5,000 for the Alumni Named Internship Campaign.
PILI Board of Directors Volunteers at Legal Prep Community Law Clinic
At PILI, we are grateful for our amazing Board of Directors, which is engaged in pro bono and committed to our vision and mission.
Highlights from 2016 Legal Service Agency Roundtable
Speakers shared timely and practical resources for effectively supervising law student interns, fellows, externs and pro bono volunteers.
Getting to Know PILI’s Alumni Network: Programs & Events
PILI’s Alumni Network hosts a variety of regular programs throughout the year, including CLE programs, networking events and fundraisers.