The Chicago League of Justice is a non-litigator firm that meets with you, documents the evidence, identifies patterns, and prepares your case before connecting you with the right civil rights attorney.
The Chicago League of Justice is an advocacy organization — NOT a law firm, and we are NOT lawyers. We prepare civil rights cases, document evidence, and connect clients with licensed attorneys who can represent them. We do not provide legal representation or legal advice. All referrals to attorneys are separate from our services.
Most civil rights cases never reach an attorney — not because they lack merit, but because victims don't know how to document violations, organize evidence, or identify the patterns that make a case compelling. That gap costs people their rights every day.
Police misconduct, transit discrimination, financial fraud. People know something wrong happened but don't know how to prove it.
Lawyers take cases they can win. Without organized evidence and documented patterns, even strong cases get turned away.
Legal aid is overwhelmed. Litigation support firms serve law firms, not people. There's no one helping individuals build their case from the ground up.
If you have experienced any of the following, we want to hear from you. Your experience matters, and we are here to help you build your case.
Discrimination against male African-American passengers by female CTA workers. If you were treated unfairly, denied service, harassed, or targeted by Chicago Transit Authority employees, we want to document your experience.
Potentially fraudulent practices including restricting or dissolving customer accounts without proper notice or justification. Note: Lawsuits already exist against Cash App — we are still seeking individuals interested in pursuing their own individual cases.
Incidents of discrimination by Chicago Police Department officers. If you experienced racial discrimination, profiling, misconduct, or abuse of power by CPD, we are here to help you document and prepare your case.
We are not limited to these three campaigns. Members of the public are invited to reach out with their own cases involving civil rights violations — regardless of the institution involved. If your rights were violated, we want to know. Contact us at the-justice-league@polsia.app or call 224-407-9056.
You meet with us — in person or by phone. We hear your story, identify the civil rights issues at play, and determine what kind of case you may have. No legal jargon. No judgment.
We help you gather records, document incidents, collect witness statements, and organize everything into a clear, compelling case file. We identify patterns that strengthen your position.
Your prepared case goes to a civil rights attorney. They receive a complete, organized package, ready to evaluate and act on. You walk in prepared — not starting from scratch.
Walk into a consultation with scattered notes and hope the attorney sees potential
Present organized evidence, documented patterns, and a clear narrative ready for review
Most attorneys decline cases that aren't well-documented enough to pursue
Attorneys know our cases arrive prepared and worth their time
Navigate a complex system without guidance, support, or someone in your corner
From first meeting to attorney handoff, someone is with you every step of the way
The Chicago League of Justice works with civil rights attorneys who are looking for well-documented, prepared cases. If you are interested in representing any of the cases we develop, we invite you to reach out and discuss how we can work together.
Contact Us — Attorney InquiriesVolunteer with The Chicago League of Justice and help us prepare cases for people whose rights have been violated. This is your opportunity to make a real impact in civil rights advocacy work — gain meaningful experience while standing on the right side of history.
Gain hands-on experience in civil rights case preparation, evidence documentation, and client intake — outside of a traditional clinic setting.
Put your skills to work on real cases with real community impact. Help organize evidence, draft case summaries, and support our intake process.
No legal background required for all roles. Community outreach, client support, and research positions are available for motivated volunteers.
Standard filing fee for case preparation services. Reduced fees are available for individuals on welfare or government assistance programs — documentation will be required. Contact us to discuss your situation.
The Chicago League of Justice exists because preparation is power. When you know your rights and your case is built, the system works for you, not against you.