Answer The Call If you think that our legal system is open and fair to everyone think again. Most low-income families in Illinois have no access to legal counsel when confronting a serious legal problem. Without counsel to safeguard their rights, many low-income families unnecessarily fall victi...

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Referrals While the CARPLS legal aid hotline has proven to be a highly cost effective means of resolving a wide range of legal issues confronting low-income families, it is not the answer for everyone.Many of our clients have complex legal problems or social service needs. In response, CARPLS mai...

CARPLS 2013 20th Anniversary & Golden Gavel Celebration Using innovation and technology, CARPLS experienced attorneys level the legal playing field, promote a more effective justice system, and give clients powerful tools to solve problems and overcome life challenges. CARPLS provides immedia...

MUNICIPAL COURT ADVICE DESKLocated at the Daley Center in the Clerk s office Room 602, CARPLS assists pro se litigants in the areas of eviction, consumer/contract, and tort matters. The Desk staff will assist with the drafting of pleadings for the clients to file pro se. Clients in need of direct ...