Immigration
Palenque LSNA is a multi-issue community organization, serving more than 6,500 Chicago residents and more than 40 member institutions in the Logan Square, Hermosa and Avondale neighborhoods. This webpage directs you to services for undocumented individuals to know their rights.
SimVisa is an immigration-focused law service helping immigrants to become US citizens.
773.292.4988
OCAD is a group led by undocumented, unapologetic, and unafraid organizers building a resistance movement against deportations and the criminalization of immigrants and people of color in Chicago and surrounding areas. They offer various levels of support including some legal guidance for those facing immigration cases.
Beyond Legal Aid is a non-profit organization that unites lawyers and activists in a collaborative pursuit for justice by leveraging legal services to empower the most marginalized communities and individuals.
312.999.0056
ICIRR, or the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights is an organization dedicated to promoting the rights of immigrants and refugees in Illinois. They offer assistance for undocumented families and function as a central system for reporting ICE detainments.
Deportation and Legal Defense: Call the FSN Hotline at 855-435-7693
The Vietnamese Association of Illinois (VAI) is an organization focused on serving diverse communities of all ethnicities and religions, fostering unity, and promoting Vietnamese American identity. They have various services including legal and employment assistance, and other social services.
773.728.3700
Tenant’s Rights
The Metropolitant Tenants Organization is a tenant membership organization seeking to aid tenants in finding safe, affordable housing. MTO can help provide legal council and help refer residents to other helpful resources.
773.292.4988
The Rental Assistance Program (RAP) provides funding to Chicagoans who are at risk of becoming homeless. RAP helps Chicagoans who have housing right now, but who may become homeless soon for various reasons. This program is short-term financial assistance and is active only while funds last.
The Law Center for Better Housing (LCBH) is a non-profit organization providing free legal aid for tenants in order to improve housing stability
312.347.7600
Cook County Legal aid provides lagl support for for renters facing eviction, debt, foreclosure and tax deed issues
855.956.5763
In Chicago, the legal rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants are covered in the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). This website offers details on both the rights of tenants and landlords in the city of Chicago.
The Illinois Court-Based Rental Assistance Program (CBRAP) provides emergency rental assistance to tenants and housing providers/ landlords across Illinois who have pending cases in eviction court. Eligible applicants may qualify for up to $10,000 that can be applied to past due rent, up to $700 for court costs, and up to two months' future rent to prevent housing displacement.
Civil Legal Resources
Legal Aid Chicago is an organization that aims to resolve critical legal problems that trap people in poverty.
They offer a variety of legal services for people of low income looking for guidance.
CARPLS offers free legal assistance to Chicago residents on various cases who may not be able to afford an attourney. They also have a hotline to offer solutions, often resolving issues in a single call. CARPLS attorneys give free legal advice, but do not represent clients in the courtroom. They may be able to refer individuals to other free or subsidized legal services. 312.738.9200
For 25 years, Illinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO) has opened opportunities to justice so that people can resolve their problems, especially those with the least access to the legal system. They offer various supports for individuals looking for legal assistance in Illinois.
Senior Support
The City of Chicago website offers seniors and their caregivers assistance with various legal issues such as; Power of Attorney, Living Wills, Guardianship and other legal issues that caregivers are often faced with when assisting their older loved ones. This website directs you to various services and a flyer for more information.
The Center for Disability and Elder law is an organization that provides free legal service and aid to low income seniors and people with disabilities.
312.376.1880
The Federal Senior Fraud Hotline is a government-run hotline created to prevent scams and fraud targeted towards seniors and allow seniors to report scams and fraud.
833.372.8311
Worker’s Rights
Chicago Community and Worker's RightsProvides legal aid for individuals in labor fields, specifically without legal status in the US. This website should serve as general guidance for knowing your rights as a worker, regardless or immigration status.
773.653.3664
The bureau investigates and litigates cases involving serious or persistent wage law violations or other significant employment practices, and protects and advances the employment rights of all Illinois residents, particularly the state's most vulnerable residents and immigrant populations.
844.740.5076
A membership organization that advocates for workers and educates them about their rights and protections. This resource aims to specifically help our most vulnerable neighbors, including but not limited to and low-income individuals.
773.769.6000