The nation’s oldest association of African-American lawyers and judges in the country.
For over 100 years, the CCBA has aggressively supported the civil, political, and economic rights of the Black community and its members.
Advocating for equality and justice
A Message from Our President
It is the honor of a lifetime to serve as the President of the Cook County Bar Association (“CCBA”). For over 125 years, the CCBA has served as advocates for justice in the greater Chicago community, the state of Illinois, and the nation. Our members have valiantly worked to mold and shape the law in order to improve the lives of Chicagoans, Illinoisans, and all Americans. Although our members have worked tirelessly, The Future Is US! The work for a fairer and more just, equitable, and harmonious society is not yet done.
The Lawyer Referral Program
The Cook County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Program connects community members with quality legal representation across a multitude of areas of law. Whether you are in need of an attorney or are a practitioner wishing to sign up to be a part of the Referral Program, get connected here.
Since its inception, the Cook County Bar Association (the “CCBA”) has been at the forefront of legal issues of concern to the Black community.
During the 1919 Chicago race riots, CCBA members defended Black residents who were unlawfully arrested and initiated civil lawsuits for damages. For over 100 years, the CCBA has aggressively supported the civil, political, and economic rights of the Black community and its members. Through organized activities and individual contributions from its members, the CCBA has held various legal clinics and community forums at various sites and is supported by renowned civil rights organizations including Rainbow PUSH, local chapters of the NAACP, and other local groups and churches. The CCBA Foundation provides legal information, resources, and referrals through its monthly legal clinics.
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skills
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