Subject Index Law Pulse

Drafts and Leaks

By Amelia Buragas
October
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
The Illinois Supreme Court’s Reporter of Decisions weighs in on the U.S. Supreme Court’s Dobbs draft opinion leak and the chances of such a leak occurring in Illinois.

Upgrades Galore

By Pete Sherman
October
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
County courthouses spend millions on technology upgrades thanks to Illinois Supreme Court technology grants.

Select Committees

By Amelia Buragas
September
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Catching up with a few of the dozens of Illinois Supreme Court committees and task forces.

2022 Legislative Roundup

By Jim Covington
August
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual summary of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.

Conduct for and in the Court

By Amelia Buragas
August
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court releases new Code of Judicial Conduct, to take effect Jan. 1, and creates new Committee on Judicial Security and Safety.

Family, Faith, and Community

By Pete Sherman
July
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Justice Lisa Holder White replaces retiring Justice Rita Garman on the Illinois Supreme Court.

Judge for Yourself

By Amelia Buragas
July
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The ISBA begins to process the results of its diversity, equity, and inclusion assessment.

Justice Garman’s Life on the Bench

By Pete Sherman
July
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
After 48+ years as a judge, Illinois Supreme Court Justice Rita Garman retires.

From Pageantry to Professionalism

By Celeste Niemann
June
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
An interview with Erika Harold, the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism’s new executive director.

Judge for Yourself

By Amelia Buragas
June
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Illinois Judges Association launches efforts to combat misinformation about the judiciary.

Women Lawyers Up, Misconduct Down

By Pete Sherman
June
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission releases its 2021 Annual Report.

In With the New

By Amelia Buragas
May
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Judicial Conference task force to recommend which pandemic-related technology should stay.

It’s About Time

By Pete Sherman
May
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Time standards for Illinois courts to take effect July 1.

Staying Ahead of the Curve

By Pete Sherman
April
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The ISBA’s new strategic plan lays the groundwork for richer membership experiences, more communication, and greater diversity.

Strict Compliance Means Strict Compliance

By Amelia Buragas
April
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court settles how to follow one of its rules to the letter.

Behaviors for the Bench

By Amelia Buragas
March
2022
LawPulse
, Page 16
New Code of Judicial Conduct discussed at February public hearing.

Cellphone Friendly Courts

By Pete Sherman
February
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court announces new policy allowing for cellphones and other mobile devices in courthouses.

More Civility, More Awareness

By Amelia Buragas
February
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court announces new policy allowing for cellphones and other mobile devices in courthouses.

Mandatory Mediation Means Many Things

By Pete Sherman
January
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
The U.S. Southern District of Illinois joins a long list of other courts requiring mandatory mediation for many kinds of cases.

The Year of Being Well

By Pete Sherman
January
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
New initiatives will target mental health in the legal profession and courts in 2022.

Taking Your Talents Elsewhere

By Pete Sherman
December
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
New restrictions on noncompete and nonsolicit agreements between Illinois employers and employees take effect Jan. 1.

Use It or Lose

By Pete Sherman
December
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Report on legal trends in 2021 spotlights growing discrepancies between law firms using technology effectively and those that are not.

More Order in the Courts

By Pete Sherman
November
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Amended and new Illinois Supreme Court Rules on recordkeeping introduced to create consistency and save time.

The Privilege of Restorative Justice

By Pete Sherman
November
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
A new law declares that what is said during restorative justice proceedings is privileged.

Court Cases Plummet in 2020

By Pete Sherman
October
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
New Illinois Supreme Court districts map is rushed through the legislature, signed by the governor, then delayed by the Court.

Repose in Peace

By David C. Thies, Daniel R. Thies, & Mia O. Hernandez
October
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
The enactment of Illinois Senate Bill 2179 makes the six-year statute of repose for legal malpractice claims applicable to estate planning.

2021 Legislative Roundup

By Jim Covington
August
2021
LawPulse
, Page 12
Spring 2021 state legislation of interest to ISBA members, organized by topic.

Illinoiscourts.gov Hits Refresh

By Pete Sherman
August
2021
LawPulse
, Page 12
New Illinois Supreme Court districts map is rushed through the legislature, signed by the governor, then delayed by the Court.

Still Weeding Out the Problems

By Pete Sherman
July
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Illinois Supreme Court rules on its first cannabis business case.

Testing the Waters

By Rhys Saunders
July
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court rules on the right to request a new judge.

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