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Pro Bono Opportunity

Volunteers Needed: POA-Short Term Guardianship Clinic at Rolling Meadows

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Friday, 1/24/25, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm, City of Rolling Meadows

North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) is looking for volunteer attorneys to assist community members with powers of attorney for healthcare and property and short-term guardianships. Powers of attorney are useful tools for people to nominate an agent, who may make decisions regarding healthcare or property in the event of that person’s incapacity.  No experience is necessary, but all volunteers must complete a POA training session for 1.0 hours of CLE credit HERE.

A video outlining what to expect at a POA clinic can be found here:

Date and Time: Friday, 1/24/25, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Location: Rolling Meadows – 3600 Kirchoff Rd., Rolling Meadows, IL  60008

Volunteer attorneys can register HERE

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Volunteers Needed: POA and Short-Term Guardianship Clinic at Rolling Meadows

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and the City of Rolling Meadows Human Services Department have partnered to host a free Power of Attorney & Short-Term Guardianship clinic. We are looking for volunteers to assist low-income community members complete the necessary documentation to have a designated person(s) for Power of Attorney (Medical and/or Financial) and/or Temporary Legal Guardianship.

Mark your calendars! This volunteer opportunity is happening on Friday, November 15th, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Rolling Meadows City Hall (Second Floor), located at 3600 Kirchoff Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008.

No prior experience with powers of attorney or short-term guardianships is required. Training and CLE credit is available for this opportunity. 

Interested in this volunteer opportunity? Register and learn HERE.

Rolling Meadows Legal Aid
Free Legal Aid

Free Informational Session: Power of Attorney and Short-Term Guardianship

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Join NSLAC and the City of Rolling Meadows Human Services Department for a free informational session on Powers of Attorney (POA) and Short-term Guardianships. This clinic will provide helpful information and answer questions regarding POAs and Short-term Guardianships. Please join us for our Power of Attorney (POA) and Short-term Guardianship clinic HERE.

Date and Time: Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Location: City Hall (Second Floor) 3600 Kirchoff Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

To register or for more information contact Marisol Gonzalez at 847-870-2695

Free POA Clinic
Free Legal Aid

Free Power of Attorney & Short-Term Guardianship Clinic.

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) and the City of Rolling Meadows Human Services Department have partnered to host a free Power of Attorney & Short-term Guardianship clinic. This special clinic will help participants complete the necessary documentation to have a designated person(s) for Power of Attorney (Medical and/or Financial) and/or Temporary Legal Guardianship.

At the end of this clinic, participants will be able to walk out with notarized and legally binding documentation.

Date and Time: Friday, November 15, 2024 from 1:00-4:00 pm

Location: City Hall (Second Floor), 3800 Kirchoff Rd. Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

To register and for more information contact Marisol Gonzalez at 847-870-2695

 

Rolling Meadows Legal Aid
What is Parole in Place?

Free Parole in Place Legal Screenings and Informative Session

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This event has passed. You can find other free immigration events HERE.

What is Parole in Place? Parole in Place (PIP) allows undocumented spouses of citizens and undocumented children to apply for lawful permanent status without leaving the U.S. Even with the PIP pause, it is important that you continue to seek legal services and attend a consultation to evaluate your case and your options. North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic, The Resurrection Project, and Partners for Our Communities are pleased to provide a free informative session and legal screenings to individuals looking to apply for Parole in Place. See the attached flyers for more details.

This free Parole in Place event will take place on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Palatine, Illinois. Appointment times will be provided upon registration. Advanced registration is required. 

To complete a pre-screening and to register, scan the QR code, visit WorkPermits4All.org, or call 847-776-9500 and let them know that you would like a PIP consultation.

 

 

Pro Bono Volunteer Opportunity

Volunteer at a Pro Bono Naturalization Screening Clinic

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Saturday, October 26, 10 AM-12 PM
Register HERE

North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic is seeking pro bono attorneys to assist in our Naturalization Screening Clinic. Attorneys will conduct legal screenings to assess the eligibility of individuals applying for U.S. citizenship. This clinic will help community members navigate the complex naturalization process, bringing our neighbors another step forward on their path to citizenship.  

Location: Highwood Public Library, 102 Highwood Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040

Free CLE in Illinois

Legal Lunchtime: CLE & Eats at the LCBA

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Monday, October 21, 2024, 1-2 p.m.

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Join North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and the Lake County Bar Association for a complimentary Ethics CLE session featuring Daniel Wolfe, J.D., Ph.D., Senior Director of Jury Consulting at Magna Legal Services. This event offers a unique opportunity to earn CLE credit while enjoying a delicious lunch and great company. The session will cover “The Effective Art of Storytelling.”

Location: Lake County Bar Association, 300 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Waukegan, IL 60085 

Pro Bono Week 2024- Event

Cheers to Volunteers: Celebrating Pro Bono Dedication

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Thursday, October 17, 2024, 6:30-8 p.m.
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Join us for an evening dedicated to honoring the invaluable pro bono contributions of our volunteers. Come together with fellow pro bono attorneys, supporters, and NSLAC staff in a relaxed and celebratory atmosphere. Enjoy complimentary drinks, and don't forget to bring a friend to share in the celebration! 

Location: North Shore Distillery, 13990 Rockland Road, Green Oaks, IL 60048

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Pro Bono Week 2024

Legal Lunchtime: CLE & Eats at the LCBA

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Save the Date for Pro Bono Week 2024!

Join the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and the Lake County Bar Association for a complimentary CLE session featuring Daniel Wolfe, J.D., Ph.D., Senior Director of Jury Consulting at Magna Legal Services. Enjoy an informative presentation, delicious food, and great company!

Learn more about Daniel Wolfe HERE!

Register link coming soon!

Event Details:

  • Date: October 21, 2024
  • Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location: Lake County Bar Association,  300 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Waukegan, IL 60085
Pro Bono Week 2024