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I need help with a complicated legal situation based on a bivens claim and FTCA claim where the lawyer quit due to refusal of the FBI to answer a FOIA request as a result of violations under the 4th amendment and I’m requesting help filing the amended claim because I wasn’t able to file the claim p

Hello Jacob, it seems like you're dealing with a complex issue. To better guide you, could you please tell me your location?

correctly the first time

Jacob, your situation seems complex. To better assist you, could you clarify your location? It's essential for providing accurate legal information.

Vandalia, Illinois the case jurisdiction is the southern district court of Illinois

Hello Jacob R. Graumenz,
In your case, it's crucial to:
- File an amended complaint with the Southern District Court of Illinois.
- Consider finding a new lawyer experienced in Bivens and FTCA claims.
- You may need to contest the denial of your FOIA request.

U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Missouri Avenue, East St. Louis, IL *
Website: www.ilsd.uscourts.gov

I have a time limit of 13 days and I’ve been unable to find any legal assistance in Illinois for this situation I’ve contacted over * law firms and can’t find anyone willing to help me

I understand your urgency, Jacob. In Illinois, legal aid services can assist. Try contacting:

Illinois Legal Aid Online

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.illinoislegalaid.org

They may be able to help you find a lawyer for your case.

They actually told me they couldn’t help me

I'm sorry to hear that, Jacob. Another resource you can try is the Illinois State Bar Association's Lawyer Finder Service. They might be able to connect you with a suitable attorney.

Illinois State Bar Association

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * S. Second Street, Springfield, IL *
Website: www.isba.org

Also said they were unable to assist me

I'm sorry to hear that, Jacob. You might consider reaching out to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Illinois. They may be able to assist or direct you to resources.

ACLU of Illinois

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * N Michigan Ave #*, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.aclu-il.org

Also told me they couldn’t help me

I'm sorry to hear that, Jacob. There's another resource you might consider, the Federal Bar Association. They might be able to assist you with your specific federal claims.

Federal Bar Association

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * North Fillmore St., Suite *, Arlington, VA *
Website: www.fedbar.org

They told me to contact the Illinois bar association

I see, Jacob. You may want to try the National Lawyers Guild. They often handle complex cases like yours.

National Lawyers Guild Chicago Chapter

Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.nlg.org/chapter/chicago

They said I was too far from Chicago

I understand your frustration, Jacob. You could try reaching out to Southern Illinois University School of Law Legal Clinic. They may be able to assist or provide resources.

Southern Illinois University School of Law Legal Clinic

Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * Douglas Dr, Carbondale, IL *
Website: www.law.siu.edu/self-help/self-help-clinics.html

They weren’t very clear about anything and didn’t offer any clear information to assist me with this case I need someone who is willing to actually help me outline and property explain my claim so that I can proceed with the case I have no idea how to set up or properly note the claim

I understand your frustration, Jacob. Unfortunately, as a legal information provider, I can't offer direct legal advice. However, I suggest reaching out to legal clinics at other law schools in Illinois. Northwestern University's School of Law runs a clinic that might help.

Northwestern University School of Law Clinic

Phone:(*) *-*
Address: * E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL *
Website: www.law.northwestern.edu/legalclinic/