Since 1964, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services volunteers have served nearly 300,000 clients with their everyday legal matters. And they have not accepted a dime in return. CVLS offers quality legal services to low-income Chicagoans who could not otherwise afford access to the law, representation in 'everyday' civil issues such as adoption, child support, powers of attorney and consumer contracts. Last year, CVLS volunteers handled nearly 50% of all Illinois pro bono." 68 pages, 8 1/2 x 11, saddle-stitched, 2-color.