Illinois State Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association Founded in 1877, the Illinois State Bar Association is the premier legal association in the state. As

Affinity Consulting Group's Jeff Schoenberger will walk you through the process of grading your clients on various crite...
10/28/2023

Affinity Consulting Group's Jeff Schoenberger will walk you through the process of grading your clients on various criteria. He will then teach you the steps and techniques to move your clients up the scale. Turn your “C clients” into Bs and your “B clients” into As. Learn how to deliver great service to clients who are a joy.

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57644%2Fwebinars%2F38124

Join the Illinois Bar Foundation in celebrating and supporting our veterans during IBF's first-ever IBF Week of Service:...
10/27/2023

Join the Illinois Bar Foundation in celebrating and supporting our veterans during IBF's first-ever IBF Week of Service: Nov 6-10!

Write letters supporting our active-duty servicepeople and veterans, learn about veterans' rights and issues with free virtual CLE opportunities, or participate in a pro bono veterans’ clinic directly serving those who have served their country.

Event proceeds will benefit the statewide access to justice and lawyers care programs of the Illinois Bar Foundation. 🇺🇸

https://illinoisbarfoundation.org/event/week-of-service/

Available Nov. 4-6 to volunteer as an   judge in Chicago?
10/27/2023

Available Nov. 4-6 to volunteer as an judge in Chicago?

We are BACK in the Windy City 🏙 for the FINAL competition of , and we want you to join us! 👩🏻‍⚖️

425 high school students from 20 states and 5 countries are coming together for Empire’s special World Championship program 🌎

With volunteers flying in from Georgia, New York, and Washington, among others, it doesn’t matter where in the country you call home—we want you to join your Empire Family in Chicago.

So if you can, please register to volunteer as a judge or juror on November 4th or 5th @ 9:00 AM or 2:15 PM (link in bio). We even offer a free ethics MCLE workshop prior to each trial. And SHARE our post on social media, so others can find out about this great opportunity.

We cannot wait to see you in just a couple of weeks.

Leading appellate attorney Joanne R. Driscoll, Forde & O’Meara LLP, reviews Lichter v. Porter Carroll, the Illinois Supr...
10/27/2023

Leading appellate attorney Joanne R. Driscoll, Forde & O’Meara LLP, reviews Lichter v. Porter Carroll, the Illinois Supreme Court opinion handed down today.

Visit The Bar News: isba.org/barnews/2023/10/quicktakeonillinoissupremecourtopinionissuedthursd0 Supreme Court of Illinois

TODAY!!
10/27/2023

TODAY!!

Northern Trust Careers, the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois, the Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area, the Black Women Lawyers' Association of Greater Chicago, Inc., The Chicago Bar Association, the Cook County Bar Association, HLAI - Serving the Hispanic Lawyers of Illinois, and the Illinois State Bar Association cordially invite you and a guest to join us for a CLE discussion on How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race. This presentation is designed to equip attendees with the necessary skills to have equitable conversations about sensitive DEI topics, specifically around race. By attending, you will gain the confidence to engage in meaningful dialogues that foster connection and mutual respect. Thank you to our sponsors, The Toney Law Firm, LLC and Tomasik Kotin Kasserman, LLC.

The CLE discussion will be led by Kwame Christian, best-selling author of How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race: Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond (2022), business attorney, and the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute (ANI), a global consulting firm that specializes in negotiation and conflict resolution. Recognized as one of the world's top negotiation experts, Kwame first gained prominence after his viral TEDx Talk. As Kwame is frequently quoted, “The best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations.”

Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and the event will be followed by a meet and greet/book signing. This course was approved for 1.0 hour of MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour of Professional Responsibility Diversity and Inclusion MCLE credit.

Event Details:
Friday, Oct. 27, 2023
5:00 - 7:30 PM
Northern Trust Bank, Global Conference Center, 50 S. LaSalle Street, Chicago, IL 60603

$10 AABA, BWLA, CBA, CCBA, HLAI, ISBA, & WBAI Members
$25 Non-Members
Free for law students

Register here: https://bit.ly/3Quk6ml

ISBA leaders & many members supported the Illinois Bar Foundation by attending the Annual Fall Gala one week ago. (Offic...
10/27/2023

ISBA leaders & many members supported the Illinois Bar Foundation by attending the Annual Fall Gala one week ago.

(Official photos to come.)

📷 PC: Northern Illinois University College of Law

Interested in learning more about the technologies that can help you better manage your practice? Check out all of the g...
10/27/2023

Interested in learning more about the technologies that can help you better manage your practice? Check out all of the great resources on PRACTICE HQ including whitepapers, CLE programs, videos, & more: isba.org/practicehq/manage/technology

This presentation is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to have equitable conversations about sensitive DEI...
10/26/2023

This presentation is designed to equip you with the necessary skills to have equitable conversations about sensitive DEI topics, specifically around race. You will gain the confidence to engage in meaningful dialogues that foster connection and mutual respect.

The CLE discussion will be led by Kwame Christian, best-selling author of How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race: Practical Tools for Necessary Change in the Workplace and Beyond (2022), business attorney, and the Founder and CEO of the American Negotiation Institute (ANI), a global consulting firm that specializes in negotiation and conflict resolution. Recognized as one of the world's top negotiation experts, Kwame first gained prominence after his viral TEDx Talk. As Kwame is frequently quoted, “The best things in life are on the other side of difficult conversations.”

Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will be served, and the event will be followed by a meet and greet/book signing.

Friday, Oct. 27, 2023
5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Northern Trust Bank, Global Conference Center, 50 S. LaSalle Street, Chicago

$10 AABA, BWLA, CBA, CCBA, HLAI, ISBA, & WBAI Members
$25 Non-Members
Free for law students

Register: https://wbai.memberclicks.net/index.php?option=com_jevents&task=icalrepeat.detail&evid=441&Itemid=140&year=2023&month=10&day=27&title=how-to-have-difficult-conversations-about-race-cle&uid=c2b60e0cdcbf4520164647d2dd5c6458

Happening next week! Part 2 is a live webcast from 9:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.Topics: An overview of LGBTQ+ rights in the US...
10/26/2023

Happening next week! Part 2 is a live webcast from 9:00 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Topics: An overview of LGBTQ+ rights in the US; allyship of the legal profession regarding LGBTQ+ issues; the SAFE-T Act and its repercussions; & more.

Register for Part 2: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58951%2Fwebinars%2F38901

NEXT WEEK! Part 1 is at the ISBA Regional Chicago Office. Topics: Implicit biases of AI against minorities; the legal ca...
10/26/2023

NEXT WEEK! Part 1 is at the ISBA Regional Chicago Office.

Topics: Implicit biases of AI against minorities; the legal career pathways available to attorneys – from transitioning to a new law firm and creating a succession plan, to winding down a law firm; decriminalization of cannabis and how legislation has changed since 2019; racial disparities in the criminal justice system; & more.

Register for Part 1: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58686%2Fin_person_events%2F4341

Empire Mock Trial Chicago, an education nonprofit, needs Chicagoland attorneys to serve as IN-PERSON Empire Mock Trial j...
10/25/2023

Empire Mock Trial Chicago, an education nonprofit, needs Chicagoland attorneys to serve as IN-PERSON Empire Mock Trial judges and jurors on Nov. 4-6 at the Hilton Chicago Hotel (720 S Michigan Ave). ⚖️

Earn FREE MCLE while empowering high school students!

Before each trial, Empire Chicago will offer a free MCLE workshop, a free meal, and free parking.

Report times:
▪️11/4-11/5 at 8:30 a.m. & 1:45 p.m.

▪️11/6 at 9:00 a.m.

For more info and to sign-up: https://empiremocktrial.org/judge-chicago

Judge Empire ChicagoSeptember 22-24, 2023U.S. District Court & the Palmer HouseNovember 4-6, 2023Hilton ChicagoHave fun. Make a difference. Judge mock trial. REGISTER TODAY What to Expect Schedule & Logistics Your Impact Who We Are What to ExpectVolunteer as a judge or juror for one 2.5 - 3 hour tri...

NEXT WEEK! Learn how to manage   portfolios and identify situations where an audit is advisable with this informative se...
10/25/2023

NEXT WEEK! Learn how to manage portfolios and identify situations where an audit is advisable with this informative seminar.

Many thanks:
Margo Lynn Hablutzel, Gainwell Technologies
Aaron W. Brooks, Brooks Law and Consulting LLC
David C. Brezina, Ladas & Parry LLP

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57415%2Fwebinars%2F38004

We have many opportunities for you to CELEBRATE PRO BONO ACROSS ILLINOIS. Find out how you can get involved. Visit The B...
10/25/2023

We have many opportunities for you to CELEBRATE PRO BONO ACROSS ILLINOIS. Find out how you can get involved.

Visit The Bar News: isba.org/barnews/2023/10/celebrateprobonoacrossillinoisoctober2228

  Congratulations to the ISBA 2022-23 John C. McAndrews Pro Bono Service Award recipients: Kaylan Huber of Huber & Mudd,...
10/25/2023

Congratulations to the ISBA 2022-23 John C. McAndrews Pro Bono Service Award recipients:

Kaylan Huber of Huber & Mudd, LLC – (Individual Award under 10 years of experience)

Roland Cross of Brown, Hay & Stephens, LLP – (Individual Award over 10 years of experience)

Madison County Bar Association – (Bar Association)

Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. – (Law Firm or Corporate Law Department Less Than 25 Attorneys)

McDonald's Corporate Legal Department – (Law Firm or Corporate Law Department More Than 25 Attorneys)

Awardees were honored during last month's Member Appreciation & Recognition Reception.

Learn more about the John C. McAndrews Pro Bono Service Award and view the past recipients: isba.org/awards/mcandrews

THANK YOU, Judge John C. Anderson, for sharing this full-circle moment with us!
10/25/2023

THANK YOU, Judge John C. Anderson, for sharing this full-circle moment with us!

I was very honored to attend the Illinois Bar Foundation gala on Friday night, and I was especially happy to see the legendary Patrick Salvi deservedly honored for his extraordinary work. But, I was also moved by the evening because I was mindful of the Illinois State Bar Association / Illinois bar Foundation scholarship I received in law school. Pay it forward, or pay it back. Just pay it.
- Judge John Anderson for Appellate Court - 3rd District

Only $10! An in-depth look at the practical administration of pet trusts, including the necessary estate planning docume...
10/24/2023

Only $10! An in-depth look at the practical administration of pet trusts, including the necessary estate planning documents, how to administer an animal trust, and the importance of establishing transitional and long-term care for the animal. 🐾

Thank you:
Daniel P. Felix, The Professional Trustee
Jessica Abernathy, National Association of Professional Pet Sitters
Timothy S. Midura, Huck Bouma PC
Martha Smith-Blackmore, Forensic Veterinary Investigations, LLC
Kathryn S. Van Eeuwen, J.P. Morgan Private Bank

Special thanks to our sponsor, The Brooks Institute for Animal Rights Law and Policy.

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58103%2Fwebinars%2F38343

Our panel of leading appellate attorneys reviews the one civil and three criminal opinions handed down Thursday, October...
10/24/2023

Our panel of leading appellate attorneys reviews the one civil and three criminal opinions handed down Thursday, October 19, by the Supreme Court of Illinois.

Visit The Bar News to read our summaries: isba.org/barnews/2023/10/quicktakesonillinoissupremecourtopinionsissuedthur

NEXT WEEK!
10/24/2023

NEXT WEEK!

WBAI is a proud co-sponsor of the 11th Annual Minority Bar CLE Conference. The Conference allows you to earn CLE credit while staying up to date on important issues that may impact you and your clients. Part 1 of the conference takes place in Chicago and offers plenty of opportunities to network with colleagues. Part 2 is available from the comfort of your home or office as a live webcast. Whether you choose to attend one day or both, you will get the information you need on a variety of hot topic issues!

Event Details:
Part 1: Thursday, November 2, 2023 - Chicago
11:45 a.m. - Lunch (for pre-registrants only)
12:15 - 4:55 p.m. - CLE Program
5:00 - 6:30 p.m. - Networking Reception
4.0 hours MCLE credit, including 3.0* hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit

Part 2: Friday, November 3, 2023 - Live Webcast
9:00 a.m. - 12:50 p.m. - CLE Program
3.50 hours MCLE credit, including 2.25* hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit

Register for Part 1: https://law.isba.org/MinorityBar2023-Part1
Register for Part 2: https://law.isba.org/MinorityBar2023-Part2

10/24/2023

Join LAGBAC - Chicago’s LGBTQ+ Bar Association at the 11th Annual Minority Bar CLE Conference, which will be November 2-3, 2023! This CLE Conference is FREE for all current and active members of LAGBAC, AABA, BWLA, CABA, CCBA, FALA, HLAI, ISBA, KABA, SABA and WBAI. The cost is $50 for all other inactive members and non-members. If your LAGBAC membership is inactive, you can visit www.lagbac.org/join to renew. If you renew your membership for this CLE Conference, your LAGBAC membership will be active for the upcoming 2024 membership year.

Part 1 is on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at the ISBA Regional Chicago Office located at 20 S. Clark Street, Suite 900. Topics for Part 1 include: Implicit biases of AI against minorities, the legal career pathways available to attorneys (from transitioning to a new law firm and creating a succession plan to winding down a law firm), decriminalization of cannabis and how legislation has changed since 2019, racial disparities in the criminal justice system and more.

To register for Part 1, please visit isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58686%2Fin_person_events%2F4341

Part 2 is on Friday, November 3, 2023 and will be held via live webcast. Part 2 will be an overview of LGBTQ+ rights in the US, allyship of the legal profession regarding LGBTQ+ issues, the SAFE-T Act and its repercussions and more.

To register for Part 2, please visit isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58951%2Fwebinars%2F38901.

There will also be a complimentary Diversity Reception on Thursday, November 2, 2023 from 5:00 - 6:30 P.M. after Part 1 of the Minority Bar Conference. Online pre-registration is required to attend the Diversity Reception. Please RSVP before Sunday, October 29, 2023 at https://www.isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58686%2Fin_person_events%2F4341.

ISBA President-Elect Sonni Choi Williams attended Jerry Larkin’s retirement celebration last week. Congratulations, Jerr...
10/24/2023

ISBA President-Elect Sonni Choi Williams attended Jerry Larkin’s retirement celebration last week. Congratulations, Jerry! 👏

We also extend our warmest wishes to Lea Gutierrez as the next Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission Administrator!

Congratulations to Knapp, Ohl & Green associate attorney and ISBA Board Member Kristin Olson on receiving the CLE Achiev...
10/23/2023

Congratulations to Knapp, Ohl & Green associate attorney and ISBA Board Member Kristin Olson on receiving the CLE Achievement Award! 👏

I had the honor of presenting Board Member Kristin I. Olson with the CLE Achievement Award during last Friday's Board of Governors' Meeting. Congratulations, Kristin! Thank you for your myriad contributions to ISBA's continuing legal education.

Today is National Paralegal Day 2023! Did you know that paralegals may become Associate members when sponsored by an act...
10/23/2023

Today is National Paralegal Day 2023! Did you know that paralegals may become Associate members when sponsored by an active lawyer member?

Associate member dues are only $99 per year!

Find out more: isba.org/membership/join

Thanks for your article, James Hess!
10/23/2023

Thanks for your article, James Hess!

Congratulations to James Hess for having his recent article, "A Case of Nuisance Abatement and Substantive Due Process," featured in the Illinois State Bar Association's Illinois Lawyer Now Digest! Jim is an experienced attorney in Tressler's Local Government Practice Group. He represents various local government entities, primarily focusing on day-to-day operations for cities, villages, fire protection districts, park districts, and library districts. Excellent work, Jim!

Read More: bit.ly/3tH8u6S

Today kicks off NATIONAL PRO BONO WEEK 2023! Here is a message from President Shawn S. Kasserman. www.youtube.com/watch?...
10/23/2023

Today kicks off NATIONAL PRO BONO WEEK 2023!

Here is a message from President Shawn S. Kasserman. www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlSjp3wPC_g

American Bar Association Tomasik Kotin Kasserman, LLC ABA Center for Pro Bono

The 2023 National Celebration of Pro Bono is October 22-28, 2023. Visit isba.org/probono to get involved.

Election season has begun! Sign nominating petitions for candidates or create your own petition for candidacy. Visit isb...
10/23/2023

Election season has begun! Sign nominating petitions for candidates or create your own petition for candidacy.

Visit isba.org/election

Practice HQ is your one-stop shop for practice management and technology resources, including whitepapers, checklists, r...
10/22/2023

Practice HQ is your one-stop shop for practice management and technology resources, including whitepapers, checklists, recommendations, and vendor discounts. No matter what stage your practice is in, Practice HQ has resources to help.

isba.org/practicehq

IN STOCK & SHIPPING NOW! The 2024 Daily Diary provides ample space for daily and monthly notes, appointments, billable h...
10/21/2023

IN STOCK & SHIPPING NOW! The 2024 Daily Diary provides ample space for daily and monthly notes, appointments, billable hours, and contact info. Equipped with daily, monthly, and three-year calendars, the diary also provides reference guides to federal, state, and local courts; ISBA resources; ISBA Mutual; & state/religious holidays.

Order the 2024 Daily Diary: https://my.isba.org/store/detail.aspx?id=DD24

10/20/2023

Tonight's the night! We are so excited for our Gala honoring Patrick A. Salvi of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. tonight at the Four Seasons! If you can't make it but still want to support the event, don't miss our silent auction, chock full of packages for everyone: from sports tickets and golf outings to beautiful jewelry, packages for entertaining, goodies for wine & bourbon enthusiasts and luxurious spa days, and so much more. Bidding closes at 10 pm tonight 10/20, so don't miss your chance to score some amazing finds and support the access to justice and lawyers care programs of the IBF! https://aesbid.com/IBF23/ =1

Dreaming of a European getaway? ✈️ Enter the Illinois Bar Foundation's Gala Raffle for a chance to win a 5-night stay fo...
10/20/2023

Dreaming of a European getaway? ✈️ Enter the Illinois Bar Foundation's Gala Raffle for a chance to win a 5-night stay for 2 to your choice of Paris, Madrid, Prague, Vienna, or Rome! Tickets are $100 each and will be capped at the first 100 purchasers.

Details: https://illinoisbarfoundation.org/get-involved/events/raffle/

New release! An update of our popular book of digested traffic court decisions to bring you the latest cases in print, b...
10/19/2023

New release! An update of our popular book of digested traffic court decisions to bring you the latest cases in print, beginning when the current DUI law took effect in Jan. 1986. This new edition describes what is essential in proving and defending traffic cases based on what higher courts have ruled.

(Bundled with a complimentary Fastbook PDF download!)

Special thanks to Hon. Daniel M. Locallo (Ret.) for this publication.

Order your copy: https://my.isba.org/store/detail.aspx?id=DUI23

Sharpen your critical thinking and legal reasoning skills with this fun, interactive seminar!
10/19/2023

Sharpen your critical thinking and legal reasoning skills with this fun, interactive seminar!

YLD is the sponsoring section which means YOU get a $10 registration discount‼️

Improve your communication, listening, and quick reaction skills with this one-hour program that’s designed for all attorneys who use these skills in the courtroom to respond to questions from the judge and arguments from opposing counsel.

Thank you to moderator Hannah R. Lamore, YLD Vice Chair, Mahoney, Silverman & Cross, LLC, and speaker Nelson Velazquez, Nezprov Productions.

Register today because space is limited! isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58116%2Fin_person_events%2F4205

Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the benefits of thorough and effective hospital discharge planning for mental hea...
10/19/2023

Don’t miss this in-depth discussion on the benefits of thorough and effective hospital discharge planning for mental health patients and the risk management issues and potential consequences to be aware of with poor discharge planning.

Thank you, coordinator Daniel P. Felix, The Professional Trustee, and speakers Joseph C.F. Willuweit, Monahan Law Group, LLC, and Monique Patton Woody, ComEd.

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57507%2Fwebinars%2F38050

THANKS, Firmtrak, for attending the ISBA's Solo & Small Firm Conference 2023 last month!   👍
10/18/2023

THANKS, Firmtrak, for attending the ISBA's Solo & Small Firm Conference 2023 last month! 👍

Do interactions with financial institutions have you singing the banking blues? Sometimes it seems harder than it should...
10/18/2023

Do interactions with financial institutions have you singing the banking blues? Sometimes it seems harder than it should to get financial institutions to do things like accept POAs, open accounts in the name of a trust, provide medallion signature guarantees, or provide account access to executors or guardians. Don’t miss this panel presentation that’s comprised of both banking attorneys and trust/estates lawyers as they discuss why this might happen and how to help avoid it in the future.

Thank you:
Elizabeth Anne Khalil, Lauren Barney, & Aaron White, CIBC
Eric R. Wilen, Brooks, Tarulis & Tibble, LLC - Attorneys at Law

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57419%2Fwebinars%2F38007

Join us for a complimentary DIVERSITY RECEPTION (11/2 at 5:00 – 6:30pm) after Part 1 of the Minority Bar Conference.Onli...
10/18/2023

Join us for a complimentary DIVERSITY RECEPTION (11/2 at 5:00 – 6:30pm) after Part 1 of the Minority Bar Conference.

Online pre-registration is required to attend the Diversity Reception.

RSVP before Oct. 29: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F58686%2Fin_person_events%2F4341

Learn how to manage   portfolios and identify situations where an audit is advisable with this informative seminar.Many ...
10/17/2023

Learn how to manage portfolios and identify situations where an audit is advisable with this informative seminar.

Many thanks:
Margo Lynn Hablutzel, Gainwell Technologies
Aaron W. Brooks, Brooks Law and Consulting LLC
David C. Brezina, Ladas & Parry LLP

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57415%2Fwebinars%2F38004

📌 Second Amendment JurisprudencePresented by the Illinois State Bar Association & Appellate Lawyers Association (ALA)Oct...
10/17/2023

📌 Second Amendment Jurisprudence
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association & Appellate Lawyers Association (ALA)
Oct. 18 | Virtual
More info: https://applawyers.org/event-5395378

📌 From Domestic Violence to Domestic Relations: What Every Attorney Should Know About Court Proceedings
Presented by the ISBA Administrative Law Section, Co-Sponsored by the ISBA Family Law Section
Oct. 24 | Chicago
More info: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57327%2Fin_person_events%2F4079

📌 Illinois Real Estate Tax Sales after Tyler v. Hennepin County, Minnesota
Presented by the ISBA State and Local Tax Section
Oct. 31 | Webcast
More info: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57731%2Fwebinars%2F38194

Check out all October programs: isba.org/cle/upcoming

NEED A VACA? Enter the Illinois Bar Foundation's Gala Raffle for a chance to win a European getaway! ✈️
10/17/2023

NEED A VACA? Enter the Illinois Bar Foundation's Gala Raffle for a chance to win a European getaway! ✈️

Wishing for a European getaway? Enter our Gala Raffle for a chance to win a 5-night stay for 2 to your choice of Paris, Madrid, Prague, Vienna or Rome! Tickets are $100 each and will be capped at the first 100 purchasers. For more details or to try your luck: https://illinoisbarfoundation.org/get-involved/events/raffle/

NEXT WEEK! Join us in CHICAGO for an in-depth look at the Circuit Court of Cook County’s Domestic Relations and Domestic...
10/17/2023

NEXT WEEK! Join us in CHICAGO for an in-depth look at the Circuit Court of Cook County’s Domestic Relations and Domestic Violence Divisions, the interplay between these two divisions, and the roles of both judges and hearing officers in the adjudication of cases.

Special thanks:
Hon. Yolaine M. Dauphin
Hon. Patricia Jackowiak
Hon. Judith C. Rice
Renata Drizin-Stiehl
Stephanie Senuta
Nora Vail
Hon. Pamela E. Loza
Hon. Erika Orr
Hon. Robert M. Stokas
Nairee Hagopian

Register: isba.org/cle/path?pathPage=%2Fisba%2Fcourses%2F57327%2Fin_person_events%2F4079

10/17/2023

Congratulations! I look forward to welcoming you to the legal profession and to the Illinois State Bar Association.

Prior to your admission to the Illinois Bar next month, I invite you to explore the innumerable ISBA New Lawyer Benefits: isba.org/membership/newlawyerbenefits

Address

424 S 2nd Street
Springfield, IL
62701

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(800) 252-8908

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Illinois State Bar Association posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Illinois State Bar Association:

Videos

Share

Nearby government services


Comments

Chief Judge Mark L. Levitt administered the judicial oath of office to Associate Judge George T. Pappas this morning.

“George will be an excellent addition to the Nineteenth Judicial Circuit. After nearly 28 years as a criminal prosecutor with the Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office, he will bring considerable skill
and understanding to this new role. On behalf of the Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois, I congratulate him,” said Chief Judge Levitt.

Supreme Court of Illinois Illinois Judges Association Lake County Bar Association Office of Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart Illinois State Bar Association
The Illinois State Bar Association Rural Practice Fellowship Program is designed to connect rural and small town law firms looking for law clerks and associates with law students and newer attorneys interested in practicing law in rural parts of Illinois. Apply by 2/3/23.
The Chicago Bar Association mourns the passing of Karl Stephen Leo “Steve” Anderson, a former editor of the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and former Director of Communications and Bar News Editor for the Illinois State Bar Association . Read more about Anderson's life here: https://www.isba.org/barnews/2023/01/karlstephenleosteveanderson19332022
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=448092420848202&id=100069423420228&mibextid=Nif5oz

https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRVUSfhQ/

This has been going around nationally where there has been a hit and run and the attorney of Illinois will not prosecute the lady who confessed to it!
19th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois RECOGNIZES ADOPTION MONTH

In 1984, President Ronald Reagan created the first National Adoption Week; and in 1995, President Bill Clinton proclaimed November as National Adoption Month for the United States. In conjunction with our Courtroom partners including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA Lake County), Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS), Juvenile Probation and Detention Services, and Court Administration, Chief Judge Mark L. Levitt is proud to announce the 19th Judicial Circuit too recognizes the month of November as National Adoption Month.

To continue reading: https://bit.ly/3VkOkrS

Illinois Judges Association Supreme Court of Illinois Lake County Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association
THE 19th Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois HOSTS ITS 11TH ANNUAL VETERANS HISTORY PROJECT

On Friday, November 11, 2022, 10 Veterans participated in the Veterans History Project at the Lake County Courthouse. The Library of Congress Veterans History Project gathers the oral histories of veterans, which are given in response to questions asked by volunteer judges and attorneys and recorded by volunteer court reporters. The transcripts are archived at the Library of Congress, making accessible the personal accounts of American veterans for future generations to hear the stories directly from the members of the military. This year’s group included veterans of the United States Army, the United States Air Force, the United States Marine Corps, and the United States Navy who were involved in the military during both conflicts and times of peace dating back to the Korean War.

To continue reading: https://bit.ly/3GDr0kI

Illinois Judges Association Supreme Court of Illinois Lake County Bar Association Illinois State Bar Association Office of Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart
It is my greatest pleasure to welcome the 1,342 new attorneys to the Illinois Bar on behalf of the Illinois State Bar Association. Please join me in congratulating them and their families!

Sincerely, President Rory T. Weiler
Supreme Court of Illinois
📸: Kari Bedford Photography
Congratulations to Adam Durudogan for officially being sworn in yesterday by the Illinois State Bar Association! We are thrilled to have him on our team as our newest Associate. Well done, Adam!
We are thrilled to once again host our Champions Breakfast in conjunction with the Illinois State Bar Association Midyear Meeting this December, especially as we celebrate the achievements of two incredibly deserving honorees! Please join us on Friday, December 9 as we honor Kevin Conway of Cooney & Conway and the Honorable Debra Walker, Justice Elect of the First District of the Illinois Appellate Court. Tickets and sponsorships are online now: https://illinoisbarfoundation.org/event/ibf-champions-breakfast/
Judge Elizabeth Rochford from Lake County Circuit Court granted temporary then Plenary Guardianship of a minor child from Wisconsin. The guardian, who lives in Illinois, wrote in her petition that the child lived with her since January, 2019 but the child was not born until December, 2019. Judge Rochford need to go to prison for her part in these child abductions. You are NOT above the law!
Today is Love Your Lawyer Day, and at ICADV, we are grateful for the attorneys who volunteer to serve survivors through our Virtual Legal Clinic (VLC). These dedicated individuals make a genuine difference, providing much-needed legal consultations to survivors of domestic violence throughout Illinois. Thank you to all VLC attorneys, past and present, for your support in the work to end domestic violence in Illinois.

Learn more about the Virtual Legal Clinic: https://www.ilcadv.org/virtual-legal-clinic/

Are you an attorney interested in volunteering with the VLC? Contact Abbie at [email protected]


Illinois State Bar Association Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul
Judge Elizabeth Rochford, Lake County Curcuit Court Judge, granted guardianship for two of my cousins who live in Milwaukee Wisconsin. The great aunt lied on guardianship documents. When we provided proof that both children lived in Wisconsin and the mom received benefits from Wisconsin, Judge Rochford did NOTHING! She turned her head and allowed perjury to be committed in her court. There are over 100 pages of proof. How can Judge Elizabeth Rochford be effective on the Supreme Court when she can’t be fair in Circuit Court. Go see the file for yourself then cast your vote. Anybody can go to Judge Rochford’s court and don’t have to provide notice to parents or nearest relatives. Watch your children close because you can find out somebody else has guardianship that Judge Rochford granted but your children still lives in your house.
God’s judgement is on everyone involved in this case. The eyes of the Lord are everywhere beholding the evil and the good.
Judge Elizabeth Rochford granted guardianship for two of my cousins who live in Milwaukee Wisconsin. The great aunt lied on guardianship documents. When we provided proof that both children lived in Wisconsin and the mom received benefits from Wisconsin, Judge Rochford did NOTHING! She turned her head and allowed perjury to be committed in her court. There are over 100 pages of proof. How can Judge Elizabeth Rochford be effective on the Supreme Court when she can’t be fair in Circuit Court. Go see the file for yourself then cast your vote. Anybody can go to Judge Rochford’s court and don’t have to provide notice to parents or nearest relatives. Watch your children close because you can find out somebody else has guardianship that Judge Rochford granted but your children still lives in your house.
God’s judgement is on everyone involved in this case. The eyes of the Lord are everywhere beholding the evil and the good.
#}