Prairie State Legal Services

PSLS is a not-for-profit law firm providing free civil legal services in Northern & Central Illinois.

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June is Pride Month. The IL Human Rights Act prohibits denying a person housing on the basis of sexual orientation. If you or someone you know has experienced fair housing issues, call PSLS at 855-347-7757 to apply for our services. #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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49TH ANNIVERSARY: Today, PSLS celebrates 49 years of working toward equal access to justice for all. Commemorate by donating $49 or more to support critical legal aid for low-income, elderly, & vulnerable individuals. https://t.co/C0la41eRcI #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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Thanks to the high-quality legal services provided by PSLS staff and the pro bono attorney, today Xander and Tina have a fresh start for their family! #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

Names changed to protect client confidentiality.

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CLIENT SUCCESS: Meet Xander and his wife, Tina. They are parents to three children, and their family needed help. Life circumstances had led Xander and Tina to need to file for bankruptcy. They were in crisis, and did not know how to move forward.

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Thankfully, Xander reached out to PSLS. During this difficult time, PSLS staff connected Xander with a bankruptcy attorney and PSLS pro bono volunteer. The volunteer attorney helped Xander and his wife file for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which was successfully granted.

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The fair is from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Legacy Reentry Foundation, 420 W. Clayton St. in Waukegan. The event helps eligible community members seeking to expunge their criminal records and/or reinstate their driver’s license. Registration is required:
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WAUKEGAN: PSLS is partnering with Legacy Reentry Foundation to host an Expungement and Reinstatement Fair on Thursday, June 25.

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CLOSED MEMORIAL DAY: PSLS offices will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. PSLS offices will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26. #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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WCCMHB’s funding is made possible through a half-cent sales tax in Winnebago County. #WCCMHB #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

Name was changed to protect client confidentiality.

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CLIENT SUCCESS: Meet Amy, an older adult and public housing resident with physical and mental health disabilities. After Amy fell victim to an online scam, she was unable to pay rent and was at risk for eviction.

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Thanks to PSLS’ advocacy, Amy was able to pay back the rent and stay in her home!

Thanks to funding from the Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board (WCCMHB), PSLS was able to provide high-quality legal services to Amy.

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If you have a civil legal issue relating to HIV/AIDS, you can call PSLS at 800-531-7057 to speak with a member of our staff and apply for our services. Learn more about HIV testing, prevention and treatment at: https://t.co/4SQbKJ7P3e.

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May 19 is National Asian and Pacific Islander HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. It is a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV in Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Individuals with HIV/AIDS have certain legal protections under the law, including relating to privacy.

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Today is International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia. The Illinois Human Rights Act prohibits denying a person housing on the basis of their sexual orientation.

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PSLS was recently recognized by the Heart of Illinois United Way for supporting its campaign, earning Gold award status! #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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KANKAKEE: On Monday, May 18 join PSLS from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Kankakee Public Library! Community members are invited to an informational session. The topic is "Your Voice, Your Choice POA (Power of Attorney)." #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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TAKE A LOOK: PSLS’ May Equal Access Newsletter is out! Providing hope and access to justice: https://t.co/en9ZNQgkia #EqualAccess #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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Last year, PSLS provided high-quality legal services to more than 550 veterans. To apply for free legal help, call 855-452-3526 or visit https://t.co/oKY5oRG0x4 #NMAM #PSLS #PursuingJustice #RestoringHope

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May is National Military Appreciation Month. The month recognizes U.S. military members and veterans. PSLS is part of the Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network (IL-AFLAN) which helps service members, veterans and their dependents with urgent legal issues.