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Lawyer Referral Services

Updated: 
August 16, 2016

If you are a victim or survivor of abuse, you may want to ask the Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service whether or not they screen for lawyers who are experienced in handling domestic violence cases. For a suggested list of questions to ask regarding the lawyer’s fees and experience when interviewing an attorney, go to our Choosing and Working with a Lawyer page.

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Chicago Bar Association

Lawyer Referral Service
321 South Plymouth Court
Chicago, IL 60604-3997
Phone: (312) 554-2001
URL: https://lrs.chicagobar.org/

If you meet with the lawyer that the Chicago Bar Association (CBA) refers, the lawyer will collect $30 at the initial consultation, which goes towards the operating costs of the CBA. The lawyer may also charge a fee for their time/service, which should be discussed directly with the lawyer prior to the meeting. During or after your initial consultation, the lawyer will discuss the legal fees required to handle your matter. There is no obligation on your part or the lawyer to go beyond the first initial telephone contact or meeting.



Illinois State Bar Association

IL
Phone: 800-922-8757
URL: https://www.isba.org/public/phonereferral

You can receive a 30-minute consultation with a lawyer in your area for no more than $25.



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