Everyday justice for everyday people.
CARPLS is a 501(c)(3) legal aid nonprofit that helps residents find solutions to everyday legal matters in Cook County and throughout Illinois.
Get Help
CARPLS uses the law to help everyday people find solutions to eviction, foreclosure, debt, guardianship, employment issues, and more. Call our free hotline to talk directly with an attorney.
Get Involved
Working with CARPLS is interesting, challenging, and full of learning opportunities. Learn how attorneys, law students, and volunteers help us serve Cook County and Illinois.
Give Back
When you support CARPLS, 85¢ of every dollar raised goes directly into client services. Give today to help provide free legal help to those who need it most.
Our Impact
Since 1993, CARPLS has helped over 800,000 residents find solutions to their everyday legal matters — providing 89,000+ consultations last year alone.
From the Everyday Justice Blog
Nancy, Our Everyday Hero
The CARPLS Everyday Hero award honors the legacy of Pat Wrona, CARPLS' former Director of Legal Services. Pat is the embodiment of CARPLS' mission…
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CARPLS Celebrates 30 Years of Everyday Justice
Founded in 1993, CARPLS has grown into Cook County's largest provider of free legal services — see how three decades of work has shaped our community.
Read More →The CARPLS attorney I spoke with was kind, non-judgmental, and more patient than I could have ever dreamed of.
