Legal Aid Chicago is a nonprofit organization that has been providing free civil legal assistance to low‑income residents of the Chicago metropolitan area for over five decades. The organization offers legal representation in a range of civil matters—including domestic violence, consumer fraud, unfair evictions, public benefits, family defense and preservation, and HIV‑related legal issues—ensuring that poverty does not impede access to justice.
Open Positions
Staff Attorney - Housing
J.D. degree, licensed to practice law in Illinois or able to waive into the Illinois bar, strong oral and written communication skills, highly developed organizational skills, and great client counseling skills
Intake Attorney - Housing
JD degree, strong communication skills, and ability to work in cross-cultural situations
Staff Attorney - Immigrants & Workers’ Rights (Farmworker Project)
J.D. degree, Spanish fluency, driver's license and good driving record, excellent communication skills, and commitment to working with a diverse team of advocates