Chicago Volunteer Legal Services

10/19/2026

Join Rebekah Rashidfarokhi, CVLS Director of Guardianship & Immigration Programs for Children, on November 17 for an update on Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) predicate orders in Illinois. Learn how pro bono attorneys can help children and young adults pursue SIJS through state court guardianship or custody proceedings and a USCIS petition, with CVLS support at every stage.

10/18/2026

Are you struggling with housing or debt issues? Don't wait until it's too late. The Early Resolution Program (ERP) can help you get connected to resources and speak with a lawyer. Call 855-956-5763 or apply online today to take control of your future.

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

ICYMI: CVLS volunteers Sal Lopez and Justin Storer review the basics of Chapter 7 bankruptcy, including pre-filing considerations, alternatives, using Best Case, trustee meetings, and more. Watch the seminar online anytime! 2.25 hrs free CLE

10/16/2026

Every day, IL-AFLAN attorneys work to protect the rights of veterans, military members & their families – just like they fought to protect our rights. Low-income veterans in need of legal help can call 855-452-3526 today.

10/15/2026

Chicago Volunteer LegalServices (CVLS) ofrece servicios legales gratuitos para problemas de inmigración, ayudando a inmigrantes vulnerables con sus necesidades legales y asegurando un acceso justo a la justicia. No lo hagas solo.

10/14/2026

Join us at Vino + Van Gogh, where good taste meets great art. 🍷🎨
Tickets are available now: www.cvls.org/vinovangogh/

10/14/2026

Starting in less than two hours! Join longtime CVLS volunteers Sal Lopez and Justin Storer for a timely overview of Chapter 7 bankruptcy. They’ll cover pre-filing considerations, alternatives, using Best Case, trustee meetings, and more. With more people seeking bankruptcy relief amid rising costs, don’t miss this opportunity to learn.

10/13/2026

In contested child custody cases—through divorce or a parentage case—the court may appoint a child representative to advocate for the child's best interests. It's one of the most influential roles in a custody case, but what does the job actually involve, and what does it take to do it well? Our expert panel will walk through the court process and share what you need to know about stepping into this role. October 20 @ 1:30pm

Looking to learn more about the role of a child representative in contested custody cases? Join our live ZOOM training program to gain insights from our distinguished panel of presenters. This training is essential for anyone interested in accepting appointments as a child representative through CVL...