Category Archives: Events

Community events relevant to NSLAC clients.

Small Business 101 Clinic at the Highwood Library

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NSLAC is pleased to partner with the Highwood Library to host a one-hour presentation covering the benefits of setting up a legal entity to protect your small business and personal assets.  This will be followed by a clinic at a later date to receive assistance with drafting the necessary documents to set up a legal entity (most likely an LLC) and, if necessary, make other regulatory filings (like IRS forms to get a tax ID and elect tax status).

Event Details:

Date: 11/19/ 2025 from 5:00 - 6:00PM

Location: Highwood Library & Community Center

Interested clients can email VGonzales@highwoodlibrary.org  or call 847-432-5404 Ext. 132

 

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Power of Attorney & Short-Term Guardianship Clinic in Maine Township

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) has partnered with Maine Township to host a short-term guardianship/power of attorney clinic. Powers of Attorney (POA) and Short-Term Guardianship documents are vital tools that help individuals plan for the unexpected. Powers of attorney allow people to appoint an agent to make healthcare or property decisions in the event of incapacity, while short-term guardianships let parents ensure care for their minor children without going to court, especially in cases of travel, medical procedures, or immigration-related concerns.

Event Details: 

Thursday, 12/4/25, 3:00 – 6:00, Maine Township

1700 Ballard Rd., Park Ridge, IL  60068

Interested clients can call 847-297-2510 to register.

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Power of Attorney & Short-Term Guardianship Clinic in Niles Township

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) has partnered with Niles Township to host a short-term guardianship/power of attorney clinic. Powers of Attorney (POA) and Short-Term Guardianship documents are vital tools that help individuals plan for the unexpected. Powers of attorney allow people to appoint an agent to make healthcare or property decisions in the event of incapacity, while short-term guardianships let parents ensure care for their minor children without going to court, especially in cases of travel, medical procedures, or immigration-related concerns.

Event Details: 

Monday, 11/3/25, 3:00 – 6:00, Niles Township

5255 Lincoln Ave., Skokie, IL  6007

Interested clients can call 847-673-9300 to register.

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Short-Term Guardianship Clinic in Highland Park

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) has partnered with the Highland Park Community Early Learning Center to host a short-term guardianship clinic. Short-term guardianships are a means for parents to ensure the care of their minor children without going to court.  They can be useful if a parent is concerned with deportation, traveling out of town, having a medical procedure, or simply unavailable for a specified duration of time.  While any parent will benefit from a short-term guardianship plan, they are especially crucial given potential changes in US immigration laws.

Event Details: 

Thursday, 11/6/25, 3:00 – 6:00, Highland Park Community Early Learning Center

640 Ridge Rd., Highland Park, IL  60035

Interested clients can call 847-432-3301 to register.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Power of Attorney & Short-Term Guardianship in Niles

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Monday, 11/3/25, 3:00 – 6:00 
Niles Township
5255 Lincoln Ave., Skokie, IL 60077

Powers of Attorney (POA) and Short-Term Guardianship documents are vital tools that help individuals plan for the unexpected. Powers of attorney allow people to appoint an agent to make healthcare or property decisions in the event of incapacity, while short-term guardianships let parents ensure care for their minor children without going to court, especially in cases of travel, medical procedures, or immigration-related concerns. Both opportunities provide meaningful ways to support clients’ stability and peace of mind.

To volunteer for the clinics below, email probono@nslegalaid.org and indicate the clinic you will be participating in. 

Volunteer Opportunity: Power of Attorney Clinic in Gurnee

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Thursday, 11/13/25, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm 
Mercy Housing Assisi Homes, Gurnee
3495 Grand Ave., Gurnee, IL 60031

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 hour of CLE credit here: https://youtu.be/A0erhtuX1R0

To volunteer for the clinics below, email probono@nslegalaid.org and indicate the clinic you will be participating in. 

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Volunteer Opportunity: Short-Term Guardianship Clinic in New Trier Township

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Wednesday, 11/12/25, 3:00 – 6:00 
New Trier Township – St. Johns Church
1235 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091

Short-term guardianships are a means for parents to ensure the care of their minor children without going to court. They are useful if a parent is concerned with deportation, traveling out of town, having a medical procedure, or simply unavailable for a specified duration of time. While any parent will benefit from a short-term guardianship plan, they are especially crucial given potential changes in US immigration laws. Volunteer attorneys can expect to meet with clients and complete statutory short-term guardianship forms that best reflect the clients’ wishes for the care of their children. No experience is necessary, but all volunteers must complete a short-term guardianship training session for 1.0 hour of CLE credit here: https://youtu.be/Grl6V8GnLCo.

To volunteer for the clinics below, email probono@nslegalaid.org and indicate the clinic you will be participating in.

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Volunteer Opportunity: Short-Term Guardianship Clinic in Highland Park

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Thursday, 11/6/25, 3:00 – 6:00 
Highland Park Community Early Learning Center
640 Ridge Rd., Highland Park, IL 60035

Short-term guardianships are a means for parents to ensure the care of their minor children without going to court. They are useful if a parent is concerned with deportation, traveling out of town, having a medical procedure, or simply unavailable for a specified duration of time. While any parent will benefit from a short-term guardianship plan, they are especially crucial given potential changes in US immigration laws. Volunteer attorneys can expect to meet with clients and complete statutory short-term guardianship forms that best reflect the clients’ wishes for the care of their children. No experience is necessary, but all volunteers must complete a short-term guardianship training session for 1.0 hour of CLE credit here: https://youtu.be/Grl6V8GnLCo.

To volunteer for the clinics below, email probono@nslegalaid.org and indicate the clinic you will be participating in. 

 

 

Legal Lunchtime: CLE & Eats at the LCBA 2025

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Join North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic and the Lake County Bar Association on Wednesday, October 22, for a complimentary Short-Term Guardianship CLE session featuring Ian Turnipseed, NSLAC Pro Bono Coordinator. This comprehensive training will prepare attendees to volunteer at our short-term guardianship clinics. It’s a great way to earn CLE credit while enjoying a delicious lunch and connecting with colleagues.

RSVP required to probono@nslegalaid.org

 

Cheers to Volunteers: Celebrating Pro Bono Dedication 2025

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Join NSLAC on Thursday, October 23,  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

RSVP kindly requested to Events@nslegalaid.org