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November 13, 2025 Important changes are currently being made to the distribution of funds from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) , the federal … Continued

This article first appeared in U.S. News & World Report on October 21, 2025. To read more about Legal Aid Chicago’s Recovery Legal Care … Continued

This article first appeared in the Chicago Sun-Times on Jun 20, 2025 By Mariah Rush When Kathy Ismar’s husband left her in 2014, taking … Continued

This article first appeared in Block Club Chicago on May 20, 2025. By Mina Bloom Content warning: This story contains descriptions of domestic violence and abuse. … Continued

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, April 9, 2025   Four Black women lost housing opportunities after Fulton Grace Realty imposed unlawful income and credit restrictions, … Continued

This article first appeared in LSC’s Justice Rising on December 18, 2024 By Amy Chapple We all went to law school to help people. … Continued

This article first appeared in The Chicago Sun-Times on December 12, 2024. By  Stephanie Zimmermann A dispute between the city of Markham and a landlord … Continued

November 26, 2024 WASHINGTON— The Legal Services Corporation (LSC) announced today that it is awarding a Technology Initiative Grant (TIG) in the amount of … Continued

By Marissa Perlman, Michele Youngerman This story first appeared on CBS News on: October 20, 2024 / 10:53 PM CDT / CBS Chicago CHICAGO (CBS) — A Rogers … Continued

Recovery Legal Care helps patients harmed by violence access benefits and social services. Early signs show that it’s helping to prevent readmissions. By Rita Oceguera … Continued

WASHINGTON (CN) — Congress must act to ensure all Americans can afford adequate legal representation, a group of experts told the Senate Judiciary Committee … Continued

THE IMPORTANCE OF CIVIL LEGAL AID On July 9, 2024, Legal Aid Chicago gave testimony at the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary’s hearing … Continued

Our Professionalism Spotlight series highlights Illinois legal professionals who demonstrate the ideals of professionalism and a commitment to equitable, efficient, and effective justice in Illinois. In this … Continued

CHICAGO (CBS) — Maria Roque was just 34 years old when she was shot and killed on the steps outside her West Side Chicago home, in front … Continued

Each year at our Annual Luncheon, Legal Aid Chicago recognizes one individual and organization as our Champion of Justice awardees. This year, we honor … Continued

Legal Aid Chicago is pleased to announce a new three year contract with the National Organization of Legal Services Workers, UAW Local 2320, AFL-CIO (NOLSW). … Continued

April 30, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE COOK COUNTY, IL – April is Fair Housing Month, and Legal Aid Chicago and HOPE Fair Housing Center … Continued

April marks the observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about sexual violence, supporting survivors, and promoting prevention efforts. … Continued

April is Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on the legal strides that promote equal housing opportunities for all individuals, regardless of race, … Continued

Each March, we recognize the selfless work of our volunteers and extend our gratitude to these individuals for everything they do. 2023 marked a … Continued

At Legal Aid Chicago, we work together to provide high-quality civil legal aid to people living in poverty and other vulnerable groups. Through advocacy, … Continued

This month, many staff members across Legal Aid Chicago were promoted within the organization. Barbara Bertini Promoted to Associate Director, Pro Bono & Community … Continued

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE LEGAL AID CHICAGO RECEIVES $3.6M GIFT FROM MACKENZIE SCOTT COOK COUNTY, IL – Today, Legal Aid Chicago received a $3.6 million … Continued

OUR SKADDEN FELLOWS: CREATIVE LEGAL THINKERS AND SOCIAL CHANGE AGENTS Since launching in 1988 to commemorate Skadden’s 40th anniversary, the Skadden Foundation has sponsored more than … Continued

Since launching in 1988 to commemorate Skadden’s 40th anniversary, the Skadden Foundation has sponsored more than 990 fellows across 44 states. The program funds … Continued

On January 5th, the Illinois First District Appellate Court affirmed the trial court’s decision against the City of Chicago’s Police Department for the 2015 … Continued

Closure for Sterigenics cases and leading major legislative plaintiff’s bar victories earn Patrick Salvi II Chicago Lawyer 2023 Person of the Year! READ MORE

By:Max Blaisdell, staff writer at hpherald Before 5 p.m. on a cold and drizzly evening in early November, nearly 20 people filled the lobby … Continued

In October of 2021, our client, a transgender individual, sought and obtained an Order of Protection against their mother for harassment. The mother appealed … Continued

In the summer of 2022, the farmworker project at Legal Aid Chicago, with the support of a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), … Continued