Practice resources

These resources are written for legal professionals doing legal aid or pro bono work. If you do not have legal training, they may be difficult to understand. Visit resources from the main menu for legal information written and designed for the public. Note: IICLE resources are only available to legal aid employees.

Child and elder abuse Resources
Advising Elderly Clients and Their Families
A lawyer resource on representing elderly clients on issues such as estate and tax planning, Medicare, and elder abuse. 2023 edition
IICLE
Children's law and Illinois Parentage Act
Gives information about Children's law and the Illinois Parentage Act.
Lawyer Manuals
Family Law: Child-Related Issues in Dissolution Actions
A lawyer resource on Illinois family law issues involving parentage, parental responsibilities, parenting time, and child support. 2026 Edition.
IICLE
Illinois Parentage Act of 2015
Gives information about the Illinois Parentage Act, and the parent-child relationship.
Lawyer Manuals
Issues Involving Abuse, Neglect, and Dependency
Gives information about situations involving abuse, neglect, or dependency.
Lawyer Manuals
Relief available for abused, neglected, or dependent children
Gives information about the types of relief available for abused, neglected, or dependent children.
Lawyer Manuals