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Lawyer manuals Resources
Additional definitions for IDEA and special education
Additional definitions for IDEA and special education
Lawyer Manuals
After plenary order is in effect
This is a chapter in our Orders of Protection lawyer manual. It covers what happens after a plenary OP is in effect, like how it can be terminated or modified.
Auto accidents
This is a lawyer manual from Illinois Legal Aid Online. It covers all aspects of an auto accident. Sections of this book include an overview, practice tips, how to prepare a case for the plaintiff, available defenses for a defendant, insurance.
Lawyer Manuals
Children's law and Illinois Parentage Act
Gives information about Children's law and the Illinois Parentage Act.
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Claimant's rights to unemployment benefits
Guide to issues on determining eligibility and helping a claimant obtain unemployment insurance benefits in Illinois.
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Common problems, concerns, and terminology in special education
Common problems, concerns, and terminology in special education
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Discipline procedures for special education
Discipline procedures for special education
Lawyer Manuals
Divorce and parental responsibilities
Advanced level content. Information on dissolution, divorce, common-law marriage, separation, child support, custody, and visitation.
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Eligibility for special education
Eligibility requirements and procedures for special education.
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Emancipation and Required Authoritative Intervention
Provides information about minor emancipation and situations where authoritative intervention is required.
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Filing a Request for Reconsideration - SSI Overpayments
Gives information about how to file a request for reconsideration.
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Filing the petition
This is a chapter in our Orders of Protection lawyer manual. It covers the process of filing the Petition.
Formal and informal hearings
Overview of the two types of Illinois Secretary of State hearings for DUI or reckless driving that are available to clients seeking reinstatement of driving privileges. Options include formal hearings and informal hearings.
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Getting guardianship of a minor
Gives information about the laws surrounding obtaining guardianship of a minor.
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Helping a client file bankruptcy
Content for lawyers: An information overview on bankruptcy types, exemptions, and general procedures, including filing fees and repayment plans.
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Helping clients appeal and dispute an overpayment in SSI
Explains filing a Request for Reconsideration in overpayment cases, late appeals, and overpayments for SSDI and SSI.
Lawyer Manuals