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Accepts reports of discrimination in housing.
Will assist individuals who have filed a housing discrimination complaint upon determining an individual has been discriminated against based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status or disability when trying to buy or rent a home or apartment.
Investigates complaints of discrimination in housing, public accommodations, and provides information and training about discrimination.
Laws implemented and enforced to prevent housing discrimination. Fair housing complaints are investigated, compliance is reviewed, and civil rights are protected in HUD programs.

Services

Housing Discrimination Assistance
Provides programs, workshops and cultural events to support immigrants and Latinos, including discrimination and housing assistance.
Provides education, listens to complain and evaluates case, investigates situation, informs clients of options, assists with filing complaints, assists with resolving the situation, or refers the case to attorneys for individuals experiencing housing discrimination.
LCBH attorneys provide eviction defense along with pre-eviction assistance, intervening when a renter's housing stability or safety is threatened by illegal lockouts, utility shutoffs, discrimination, retaliation, or other issues. They also help renters facing issues due to living in a foreclosed building, dealing with condition issues, or seeking to unionize. LCBH social workers work with clients to meet needs related to financial and longer-term housing stability.

Services

Eviction Prevention Assistance
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution
Rental Security Deposit Complaints
Equip for Equality provides free or low-cost legal assistance related to housing, including eviction prevention, issues related to self-determination, tenants' rights, preserving housing subsidies, employment discrimination based on disability, and housing discrimination.The legal team will review the information at a weekly case assessment meeting. They will evaluate whether your request is within their case selection criteria, whether the case has merit, and whether they have enough resources to give you the type of help you're seeking.

Services

Adult Guardianship Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Personal Injury Assistance
Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Special Education Advocacy
Investigates various housing cases and provides legal information on fair housing rights. Points of investigations and services include: - Possible housing discrimination - Community legal education - Assisting clients to resolve fair housing disputes with housing providers - Helping clients with disabilities obtain reasonable accommodations and modifications in housing
Teaches community members about their rights in housing and how to exercise them. Also provides training to landlords, property managers, and realtors. Assists in investigating and enforcing fair housing laws when violations are reported. Also advocates for creating more equitable and inclusive communities.
Equip for Equality provides free or low-cost legal assistance related to housing, including eviction prevention, issues related to self-determination, tenants' rights, preserving housing subsidies, employment discrimination based on disability, and housing discrimination.The legal team will review the information at a weekly case assessment meeting. They will evaluate whether your request is within their case selection criteria, whether the case has merit, and whether they have enough resources to give you the type of help you're seeking.

Services

Adult Guardianship Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Personal Injury Assistance
Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Special Education Advocacy
The Commission investigates, mediates and, if warranted, adjudicates violations of the Cook County Human Rights Ordinance that protects all people in the County from discrimination and harassment in employment, public accommodations, housing, credit transactions, and County facilities, programs and services.

Services

Employment Discrimination Assistance
Accessibility Related Standards/Legislation Compliance
Customer Service Discrimination Assistance
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Equip for Equality provides free or low-cost legal assistance related to housing, including eviction prevention, issues related to self-determination, tenants' rights, preserving housing subsidies, employment discrimination based on disability, and housing discrimination.The legal team will review the information at a weekly case assessment meeting. They will evaluate whether your request is within their case selection criteria, whether the case has merit, and whether they have enough resources to give you the type of help you're seeking.

Services

Adult Guardianship Assistance
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Personal Injury Assistance
Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Special Education Advocacy
The Housing Law Practice at North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic (NSLAC) works with clients to help them regain stability in their lives in the face of housing insecurity. We know that a lack of secure housing can pose a severe threat to the well-being of renters and their families.

Services

Housing Discrimination Assistance
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Housing Complaints
Landlord/Tenant Dispute Resolution
Eviction Prevention Assistance
Rental Security Deposit Complaints
SSHC serves clients who feel mistreated by housing providers, lenders, realtors, appraisers, property management companies, condominium and homeowner's associations, and more. As a regional fair housing enforcement agency, they advocate for your rights under the federal Fair Housing Act, Illinois Human Rights Act, Cook County Human Rights Ordinance, as well as other state and local housing laws.
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) implementing and enforcing laws to battle housing discrimination. Other services include investigating fair housing complaints, conducting compliance reviews, and protecting civil rights in HUD programs.

Services

Housing Discrimination Assistance
Services include negotiation on behalf of tenant with landlord or other housing provider, using fair housing testing to investigate housing discrimination, help with filing complaints with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) or the Illinois Department of Human Rights in court, and represent complaint filers in court.
Offers legal representation in areas of civil law to low-income individuals and seniors. Legal matters include: Public Benefits: - Loss or denial of SSI, TANF, Veterans Benefits, SNAP (food stamps) Family Law: - Abuse or exploitation for persons facing domestic violence, elderly, children, and individuals with disabilities. - Divorce and related relief for persons facing domestic violence Housing Law: - Evictions and lock-outs - Foreclosure defense - Loss or denial of subsidized housing benefits - Loss or denial of essential public utilities - Substandard housing conditions cases that cannot be addressed by other agencies Health Care: - Loss or denial of medical or nursing home care - Loss or denial of medical benefits (Medicaid, Medicare) - Guardianships and Powers of Attorney Other income benefits where alternative representation is unavailable: - Loss or denial of unemployment insurance - Social Security Disability benefits Tax Law: - Disputes or audits with the IRS - Appeals and cases in court - Protection from Collection - Innocent Spouse Relief - Tax-related Identity Theft - State tax issues (if a related federal tax issue)
Free legal services to people with civil rights issues focused on Housing discrimination and needing assistance with issues.