Twenty-eight attorneys attended this training and can now volunteer to handle pro bono family law matters.
Highlights from 2016 Law Firm Pro Bono Roundtable
This year, we discussed casting a wide net and creatively exploring all available resources when building a pro bono program.
2015 Pro Bono Initiative Award: United Airlines
“The needs and rewards from giving back to the community and helping those in need are so great that everyone should be given the opportunity and resources to make it a priority.”
2015 Distinguished Public Service Award: Chief Justice Rita B. Garman
“She has opened doors for other women lawyers, encouraged judges to improve their skills, and led efforts to make the justice system in our state more fair. “
PILI Pro Bono Spotlight: Allstate Insurance Company
“Our attorneys just feel a great sense of pride from their pro bono work.”
PILI Concludes Successful Pro Bono Week 2015
October 26-30 was Pro Bono week and nearly 400 attorneys celebrated with PILI.
PILI Hosts Forum on Pro Bono in Peoria, IL
Over 80 representatives from the legal community gathered to discuss the future of pro bono in the Tenth Judicial Circuit.
Pro Bono Pledge Launches in Illinois
The Pro Bono Pledge encourages and recognizes lawyers providing free legal assistance to low-income individuals and families.
PILI Hosts Forum on Pro Bono in Edwardsville, IL
More than 40 attorneys in Illinois’ Third Judicial Circuit attended to discuss the future of pro bono and how to get involved.
Pro Bono Spotlight: Illinois Homeless Youth Handbook
“Baker is proud to combine the considerable talents of the in-house legal department of United Airlines, the expert team at the Law Project of the Chicago Coalition for the a Homeless and our own committed lawyers. The result is a new resource for Chicago youth to help them move from instability to success with legal insight and answers.”