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Community events relevant to NSLAC clients.

NSLAC and SHALVA at Wayfarer Theater

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North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic, SHALVA, and Wayfarer Theater have joined together to raise awareness about the real impact of domestic violence. Through this collaboration, we hope to shed light on the experiences of victims and highlight the importance of being supportive allies to those in difficult situations. 

Join us for a special screening of "It Ends with Us" at Wayfarer Theater beginning August 9. This is a powerful movie adapted from Colleen Hoover's acclaimed novel. This movie broke records by having over 128 million views of its trailer in a single day, outperforming every other recent movie. On August 10 at noon, the newly renovated theater will be transformed into a Lilly Bloom's flower shop to celebrate the screening. We invite you to join us for this special event. 

Catch NSLAC's and SHALVA's special ad running from August 9- August 30 or find our NSLAC table on the evenings of August 9th and August 10th.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit Wayfarer Theater's website. Information from NSLAC and SHALVA will be available. Together, let's make a difference and raise awareness about the impact of domestic violence in our community and beyond.  

Wayfarer Theater Highland Park
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Domestic Violence Law Practice Lunch & Learn in Libertyville

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Join our NSLAC Lunch and Learn event in Libertyville and connect with staff, supporters, and volunteers while learning about our Domestic Violence Law Practice and community trends in a casual setting. Interested in joining? Please RSVP to events@nslegalaid.org

Discussion Topic: Domestic Violence Law Practice

Time and Date: Wednesday, September 18 at 12 pm

Location:13990 Rockland Road, Green Oaks, IL 60048

 

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Free CLE Opportunity: Ethics in Pro Bono

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On Tuesday, June 11 from 12-1 pm, North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) will host a free CLE presentation on Ethical Considerations in Pro Bono Practice. Pro bono Manager, Nicole Minnis, and Pro Bono Coordinator, Ian Turnipseed will be joined by Director of Domestic Violence Practice, Sally Steele. This free CLE presentation will discuss ethical quandaries that can arise in pro bono such as questions of competency and conflicts of interest, and how the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct help guide pro bono attorneys on navigating those issues. Senior Social Worker, Michelle Knipmeyer, will also be providing information on how to be trauma-informed when practicing with our clients.

This training will be conducted virtually over Microsoft Teams. One hour of Illinois Ethics CLE is pending approval.

Interested in attending this training and becoming an NSLAC volunteer? Click HERE to sign up for this opportunity.

Have questions? Please reach out to probono@nslegalaid.org.

 

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Pro Bono Opportunity: June Virtual Family Law Advice Clinic

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Looking for a pro bono volunteer opportunity? NSLAC is looking for Pro Bono attorneys to provide virtual one-hour consultations at our Family Law Advice clinic for people seeking legal assistance. Family law experience is required.

At the June 19 family law clinic, pro bono attorneys will discuss a wide range of family law topics, including drafting of simple petitions for dissolution or other basic forms, providing an overview of obtaining and enforcing child support, aspects of parentage cases, post-decree issues, and advice and counsel on the unique questions that arise during a family law proceeding.

Interested in this opportunity? Please complete this form:

https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/E8IACFzmRhVO48OvDsyoHw

We thank you for volunteering and look forward to working with you. For questions or information, please email probono@nslegalaid.org

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Pro Bono Opportunity: May Virtual Family Law Advice Clinic

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Looking for a pro bono volunteer opportunity? NSLAC is looking for Pro Bono attorneys to provide virtual one-hour consultations at our Family Law Advice clinic for people seeking legal assistance. Family law experience is required.

At the May 15 family law clinic, pro bono attorneys will discuss a wide range of family law topics, including drafting of simple petitions for dissolution or other basic forms, providing an overview of obtaining and enforcing child support, aspects of parentage cases, post-decree issues, and advice and counsel on the unique questions that arise during a family law proceeding.

Interested in this opportunity? Please complete this form:

https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/s2wU9sg4nChKHIoeqVhamA

We thank you for volunteering and look forward to working with you. For questions or information, please email probono@nslegalaid.org

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Pro Bono and CLE Opportunity: Short-Term Guardianship Clinic

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In partnership with Partners for Our Communities in Palatine, NSLAC is pleased to offer a Short-Term Guardianship Clinic for guardians and their children on April 5th from 3 pm- 6 pm 

Short-term guardianships are a means for parents to ensure the care of their minor children upon a particular event occurring. For example, if a parent is traveling out of town, having a medical procedure, is detained/incarcerated, or simply unavailable for a specified duration of time. The advantage of short-term guardianships is that they do not require a court appearance to take effect.

As a pro bono attorney, you would meet with a parent or parents for up to one-hour to discuss short-term guardianship as a possible safety planning mechanism for their family. If they would like to proceed with getting a short-term guardianship for their child or children, you will help them fill out the Illinois Appointment of Short-Term Guardian form. Each child will need one form.

A virtual training was held live on Friday, March 29th, in case you missed it, you can find the recorded training HERE. This training is eligible for Illinois CLE credit.

To register for this pro bono opportunity or learn more click HERE.

 

 

Share your immigration story at Skokie Library

Share Your Immigration Story at the Skokie Public Library

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In partnership with the Skokie Public Library, NSLAC is pleased to celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month alongside the Skokie community. June is Immigrant Heritage Month across the nation. During June we recognize the diverse and valuable contributions of immigrants to American society.

Have a story to tell? Whether you are a recent immigrant or your family has been in the United States for generations, you and your family will have an opportunity to share your 3-5 minute immigration story at the Share Your Immigration Story event at the Skokie Public Library.

Join us on Thursday, June 20th at 6 pm to celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month. Click HERE to register and learn more. 

 

 

Immigrant Heritage Month
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Pro Bono and CLE Opportunity: Short-Term Guardianship Clinic

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In partnership with Youth Services Glenview/Northbrook, NSLAC is pleased to host a Short-Term Guardianship Clinic for guardians and their children on April 23 from 4:30 pm-6:30 pm 

Short-term guardianships are a means for parents to ensure the care of their minor children upon a particular event occurring. For example, if a parent is traveling out of town, having a medical procedure, is detained/incarcerated, or simply unavailable for a specified duration of time. The advantage of short-term guardianships is that they do not require a court appearance to take effect.

As a pro bono attorney, you would meet with a parent or parents for up to one-hour to discuss short-term guardianship as a possible safety planning mechanism for their family. If they would like to proceed with getting a short-term guardianship for their child or children, you will help them fill out the Illinois Appointment of Short-Term Guardian form. Each child will need one form. A virtual training was held live on Friday, March 29th, in case you missed it, you can find the recorded training HERE. This training is eligible for Illinois CLE credit.

To register and learn more click HERE: