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.

Pro Bono Resources
Federal government attorneys doing pro bono work
Explains the definitions and limitations of pro bono legal services for attorneys working for the federal government.
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Law student pro bono
Describes pro bono work for law students with volunteer opportunities and resources.
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Orders of Protection training for Legal Answers volunteers
A brief video training that covers Orders of Protection, including emergency orders, plenary orders, and termination/extension of existing orders. This training is designed for volunteers in ILAO's Legal Answers program, but is suitable for anyone interested in this topic.
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Pro bono for retired, inactive, and out-of-state attorneys
Learn more about how retired, inactive status, and out-of-state attorneys can apply to provide pro bono services in Illinois.
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Reporting pro bono and financial contributions
Discusses Supreme Court Rule 756(f) which requires attorneys in Illinois to report their pro bono hours and financial contributions to legal aid organizations.
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What work is 'pro bono'?
Describes what activities are considered pro bono legal services and which ones are just charitable acts.
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