Blog
Welcome to LCBH’s Blog. Our blog delivers original articles written by our staff, interns and volunteers. We strive to provide informative stories about the work we do on behalf of Chicago renters and the issues renters face.Independent evaluator finds Right to Counsel Pilot creates greater access to justice for Chicago’s renters
Stout, a global advisory firm, released its independent evaluation of Chicago’s Right to Counsel (RTC) Pilot Program in late November. Compiling nearly three years' worth of data from LCBH and our partners, Legal Aid Chicago and CARPLS, Stout’s report analyzes the impact and cost...
Comings and Goings: Will Ruffing
We said goodbye to Staff Attorney Will Ruffing in January. Will was a tremendous team member and vital in our quick response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We sat down with him to hear more about his time at LCBH and his advice for new attorneys interested in legal aid. How long were you at LCBH,...
LCBH helps save the KCRO
While much of Lawyers’ Committee for Better Housing’s (LCBH) recent work has focused on preventing evictions during the COVID-19 pandemic, reminders of a previous housing crisis that placed tenants in peril came roaring back this spring. In late April, an adverse court decision struck down the...
Keep Chicago Renting (KCRO) Story
Did you miss LCBH’s “Bringing Justice Home” event? We showed our new video about the Keep Chicago Renting Ordinance (KCRO). Watch to learn how the KCRO protects tenants living in foreclosed properties. Meet tenants and advocates who explain why the KCRO is still...
Frank Avellone Retires from LCBH
Frank Avellone recently retired from LCBH. We sat down with Frank to learn about his time at the agency and his advice for new attorneys starting civil legal aid careers. Frank served LCBH in many capacities, including as Senior Attorney and Policy Director. HOW DID YOU COME TO WORK AT...
Chicago Department of Housing awards LCBH $7.1 million to provide lawyers to renters facing eviction
Lawyers’ Committee for Better Housing (LCBH) today announced it will receive a $7.1 million three-year grant from the City of Chicago Department of Housing (DOH) to represent tenants in eviction court. LCBH, and its partners Legal Aid Chicago and CARPLS, will provide brief advice and full legal...
Mark’s Musings; July Edition
Sometimes life isn't a jog in the park. And, most days, the same could be said for the work we do at LCBH. Our staff, board, and volunteers frequently face new obstacles, especially while defending renters' rights in an ever-changing legal, political, and social landscape -- turning what might...