Illinois Bar Journal

September 2023 • Volume 111 • Number 9

Practice News

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LawPulse | By Amelia Buragas
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Illinois Law Update

Modifying a trust consistent with its material purpose; civil contempt orders; inconsistent verdicts; concealed-gun-carrying employees and retaliatory termination; insurable dog breeds; 911 calls and the Freedom of Information Act; and more.

See cases, legislation, and administrative agencies.

Articles

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Law Office Management & Technology | By Ed Finkel
Saving Face in Cyberspace

This year’s Solo and Small Firm Conference explores how  firms can protect their cyber assets, and much more.

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Civil Practice & Procedure | From the Newsletters
The Adverse Decision

Traps and checklists as you mount an appeal.

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Family Law | From the Newsletters | By Leslie A. Wood and Christopher B. Smith
Getting Paid as Guardians ad Litem

Best practices for guardians ad litem, from appointment to collection.

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Law Practice & Office Management | By James A. Rapp
Hello, Goodbye … Planning for Retirement Success

When thinking about retirement, consider the lawyer, the firm, and their clients.

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Trusts & Estates | By Jay E. Harker
Busting the Myth About Corporate Trustee Fees

Clients should not dismiss using corporate trustees in order to avoid expenses.

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Trusts & Estates | By Gary R. Gehlbach
To Gift or Not to Gift

What happens after the federal gift and estate tax exemption is reduced in 2026?

Columns

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President’s Page | By Shawn S. Kasserman
Being the Best You Can Be

A life coach can change your life.

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Pointers From Practice HQ | By Jeffrey S. Krause
Trust No One

Powerful cybersecurity tools for firms of all sizes.

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LAP and Well-Being | By Dr. Diana Uchiyama
Battling Cultures of Loneliness

Strategies for improving social connection, community, and belonging in the workforce.

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Your ISBA
2022-23 Award Winners

Recipients of awards granted by the ISBA for the 2022-23 bar year.