Standing Committee on Law Related Education for the Public

The mission of the Standing Committee on Law Related Education for the Public is to develop, implement, and administer law-related education programs that will enhance the understanding of the legal system and the role of lawyers in our society, including programs which educate the public and students of all ages about the important role of lawyers and judges, the importance of an independent judiciary for the proper administration of justice, and which foster an interest in students to respect our justice system and consider pursuing careers in the law.

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Roster 2009-10

• Kimberly J Anderson, Chicago, Chair
• Pablo A. Eves, Bloomington, Vice-Chair
• Yvonne M. O'Connor, Chicago, Secretary
• John P Coady, Taylorville, Ex-Officio
• Rex L Brown, Decatur, Member
• Frank J Kopecky, Springfield, Member
• Mark A Schuering, Quincy, Member
• Marylou L Kent, Springfield, Member
• Zeophus J Williams, Chicago, Member
• Michael J Chmiel, Woodstock, Member
• Ann M Pictor, Springfield, Member
• Jay D Reece, Bloomington, Member
• Lauren E DeJong, Chicago, Member
• Kelli M Childress, Saint Charles, Member
• Sarah J Taylor, Murphysboro, Member
• Kenya A. Jenkins-Wright, Chicago, Member
• Jared B. Pinkus, Chicago, Member
• Thomas Murray, Aurora, Member
• Jennifer D. Franklin, Chicago, Member
• Jessica A. Baer, Chicago, Member
• April G Troemper, Springfield, Board Liaison
• Ms. Donna Schechter, Springfield, Staff Liaison
• Melinda J. Bentley, Staff Liaison