We at Land of Lincoln Legal Aid were deeply saddened that attorney John Phipps passed away this August. John Phipps was one of the original founders of our organization. In 1972, he signed our original incorporating documents and eagerly sat on our Board of Directors....
Last week, Land of Lincoln Legal Aid attorney Dowin Coffy won a major victory on behalf Ricky and Carla Phelan and their family. This achievement has impact well beyond the Phelans. It ensures that Springfield citizens will not be evicted while Governor Pritzker’s...
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, a legal aid provider in central and southern Illinois, is pleased to announce that Melinda Hubele has been selected to be its new Managing Attorney of the Northern Regional Office in Springfield, Illinois as of March 31, 2020. “Melinda has...
In keeping with health officials’ recommendations regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, Land of Lincoln Legal Aid offices will be closed for all in-person meetings until further notice. Our staff are available by phone but it may take some extra time to return calls. Thank...
Changes to SNAP may affect your benefits. Some individuals may lose benefits
starting May 1, 2026 if they are not meeting or exempt from work requirements.
