Law at the Library
The Chicago Bar Association, the Chicago Public Library and the Evanston Public Library are offering a free, virtual information series to answer your legal questions and provide practical resources and insights into today’s most prevalent legal issues.
Each Law at the Library program features a presentation by an experienced attorney, followed by a brief question and answer session. All events are free, open to the public, and conducted via Zoom unless otherwise noted. Registration is required. To register or for additional information, visit the Chicago Public Library site or the Evanston Public Library site.
Upcoming Schedule:
September 17, 2025
How to Find a Lawyer When You Can’t Afford One
October 15, 2025
Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
November 19, 2025
Changes in the Tax Law: Know Before You File
January 21, 2026
Navigating the Justice System: Know Your Rights
February 18, 2026
Tenant and Landlord Rights
March 18, 2026
Legal and Business Issues for Creatives
April 15, 2026
Environmental Updates Affecting Your Community
May 20, 2026
LGBTQIA+ and the Law: Transgender Rights
June 17, 2026
Guardianship and Power of Attorney
About the program and registration:
Each Law at the Library program features a presentation by an experienced attorney, followed by a brief question and answer session. All events are free, open to the public and conducted via Zoom unless otherwise noted. Registration is required. Visit https://chipublib.bibliocommons.com/v2/events or https://evanstonlibrary.bibliocommons.com/v2/events. For a referral to a CBA lawyer, visit www.lrs.chicagobar.org.
Past Video:
Consumer Law: Dealing with Debt
In this Law at the Library, CBA attorneys host an interactive discussion on dealing with debt and credit issues and provide tips on debt management and cleaning up your credit.
Past Materials:
Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. — How To Find A Lawyer When You Can't Afford One. Program materials: download here.
Tuesday, November 30, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. — Changes to Tax Law: Know Before You File! Program materials: download here.
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. — Raise your score: Steps for cleaning up your credit: download here.
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. — Tips on Buying and Selling a House. Program materials: download here.
Tuesday, March 29, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. — Planning Ahead: Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning. Program materials: download here