"...and justice for all." This basic belief inspires Metropolitan Family Services' Legal Aid Bureau to defend our most vulnerable citizens by providing equal access to justice for everyone, regardless of income. The Legal Aid Bureau (LAB) offers legal representation and assistance in domestic violence, family law, consumer and housing issues, elder abuse and financial exploitation. LAB offers workshops that help inform community residents about their legal rights.
In addition to providing legal representation and education, LAB also works with various partners including Metropolitan Family Services' Public Policy department, local and state bar associations, domestic violence service providers and local court administrators to advocate for better laws and a system that is more responsive to its clients and to low-income families.
Making an Appointment
Call 312-986-4200 Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - noon or 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. to determine if you qualify for an assessment. Spanish-language assistance is available.
Locations
Main Office
Legal Aid Bureau of Metropolitan Family Services
One North Dearborn, Suite 1000
Chicago, IL 60602
In the Community
Consumer, Renters and Homeowners Issues
Metropolitan Family Services Calumet Center
235 East 103rd Street
Chicago, IL 60628
773-371-3697
Metropolitan Family Services Midway Center
3843 West 63rd Street
Chicago, IL 60629
773-884-2290
Domestic Violence Issues
Metropolitan Family Services North Center
3249 North Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634
773-371-3700
Your support allows the Legal Aid Bureau to continue its 120-year history of providing free legal services to some of Chicago's most vulnerable residents.
With your help, we will continue to:
- Provide protection for domestic violence victims and their children
- End financial exploitation of the elderly while restoring their dignity and independence
- Make sure families can stay in their homes, free from faulty mortgages and other predatory lending practices
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