- A TLP staff attorney reviews the application to determine if your organization meets our eligibility criteria, and if the application is complete. (NOTE: “COMPLETE” includes submitting the application fee and signing the application);
- After review, the TLP staff attorney will contact you within 7-10 business days and inform you if additional information is needed or if the file is ready to be placed;
- If the file is complete, we will find a volunteer attorney with the appropriate skills to work with your group;
— This process may take a few days to a few weeks;— If the file is incomplete, you will need to supply the additional information before we attempt to place it with a volunteer;
- Once an attorney has volunteered, we will send him/her your legal assistance application materials;
- The volunteer attorney reviews the file, and submits it to the law firm’s conflicts and pro bono committees for approval.
— Unfortunately, the TLP does not control this part of the process which may take several weeks; - Once the firm has given the lawyer the go-ahead to represent you, we will call you to schedule the initial client meeting;
- The initial client meeting will likely take place at the volunteer lawyer’s office in downtown Chicago.
— A TLP staff attorney will attend the meeting along with a representative(s) from your organization;— If you have questions before the initial client meeting, you should feel free to contact the TLP staff.
