Free Legal Services To People Living In Poverty - Legal Aid Chicago
Legal Aid Chicago has relocated to a new address!
Our new offices are located at 200 N. LaSalle Street, Ste. 1400, Chicago, IL 60601.
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Legal Aid Chicago fights for justice for people living in poverty
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Legal Aid Chicago's Impact in 2025
206
Full-Time Attorneys, Staff, and Fellows
93%+
Overall Case Success Rate
13,700+
Individual Legal Matters Handled
$31,785,000
Total Financial Impact in Increased Assets & Income, and Reduced Debt
People at risk of homelessness
Seniors & Veterans
Women & Children
Survivors of Violence & Trafficking
People with disabilities
Workers' Rights
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To ensure that the most vulnerable people in Cook County have an advocate in their corner, Legal Aid Chicago relies on private donations.
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Legal Aid Chicago provides free civil legal services to people living in poverty in Cook County.  All clients must be registered by telephone and screened for eligibility through our Client Screening Unit at
312-341-1070
Our phone menu and staff communicate in English and Spanish.
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