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LEGAL GUIDANCE FOCUSED ON THE NEEDS OF OUR COMMUNITY

Hel.LAS helps eligible, low-income members of the Chicago-area Greek community explore options for addressing civil legal concerns. Depending on the matter and available volunteers, assistance may include information, advice, referrals, document assistance, limited-scope services or potential representation.

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Because Hel.LAS relies on volunteer attorneys, services and availability may vary. Contact us to discuss your situation and learn whether we may be able to help.

LEGAL SERVICES
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IMMIGRATION

Immigration matters can affect an individual’s ability to work, remain with family or build a secure future. Depending on volunteer availability and the nature of the concern, Hel.LAS may help identify appropriate resources or potential next steps involving matters such as:

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  • Citizenship and naturalization

  • Family-based immigration questions

  • Adjustment-of-status questions

  • Green-card renewals

  • Immigration-document questions

  • Referrals for more complex or urgent matters

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Immigration laws and deadlines can be complex. People facing removal proceedings, detention or an immediate deadline should seek qualified immigration counsel promptly.

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POWERS OF ATTORNEY

Powers of attorney can allow a trusted person to make certain decisions when assistance is needed. Depending on the circumstances, Hel.LAS may provide information or possible document assistance relating to:

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  • Property powers of attorney

  • Healthcare powers of attorney

  • Advance planning

  • Understanding the role and responsibilities of an agent

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LANDLORD-TENANT MATTERS

Stable housing is essential to individual and family well-being. Hel.LAS may provide information, referrals or possible assistance related to:

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  • Eviction notices

  • Lease questions

  • Security deposits

  • Repairs and habitability concerns

  • Disputes between landlords and tenants

  • Notices to terminate a tenancy

  • Other rental-housing concerns

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Please notify our staff if you have received an eviction summons or an upcoming court date.

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CONTRACT DISPUTES

Contracts affect many areas of everyday life. Hel.LAS may review disputes involving:

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  • Written or verbal agreements

  • Consumer-service agreements

  • Payment disputes

  • Small-business or independent-contractor matters

  • Breach-of-contract concerns

  • Questions about rights and obligations under an agreement

 

Clients should be prepared to provide copies of contracts, invoices, correspondence and other relevant records.

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WILLS AND ESTATE PLANNING

Basic estate-planning documents can help individuals communicate their wishes and protect their families. Hel.LAS may assist with or provide referrals regarding:

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  • Simple wills

  • Basic estate-planning questions

  • Advance directives

  • Property and beneficiary planning

  • Referrals for complex estates, trusts or tax matters

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MATTERS HEL.LAS MAY NOT HANDLE

Hel.LAS cannot accept every matter. When we are unable to assist, we will try to identify another legal resource whenever reasonably possible.​​​

  • Divorce matters

  • Criminal defense

  • Personal-injury cases

  • Fee-generating matters

  • Complex commercial litigation

  • Matters outside Illinois

  • Emergencies requiring immediate court action

  • Matters for which no qualified volunteer is available

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