On May 14, 2026, ISBA friends and colleagues gathered at the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, in Lisle, IL, for the annual Member Appreciation and Recognition Reception. The 2025-26 ISBA Award Recipients were honored.
Events
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May 27, 2026 | Events
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May 21, 2026 | Events
On May 6, 2026, new attorneys were admitted to practice law in Illinois across all five judicial districts. Justice Mary K. O'Brien administered the oath to 32 new attorneys during 3rd Judicial District ceremony at the Will County Courthouse in Joliet, IL.
Perry Browder, President-Elect of the Illinois State Bar Association, was the ceremony's speaker.
PC: Illinois State Bar Association
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May 19, 2026 | Events
The Illinois Judges Association (IJA) and Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) hosted the IJA/ISBA Spring Seminar 2026 on May 12, 2026, at the Old State Capitol Historic Site in Springfield, IL.
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May 13, 2026 | Events
On May 6, 2026, new attorneys were admitted to practice law in Illinois across all five judicial districts. Justice Lisa Holder White administered the oath to 4 new attorneys during 4th Judicial District ceremony at the Illinois Supreme Court Building, 200 East Capitol Avenue, in Springfield.
John Gabela, keynote speaker, gave remarks alongside speakers John Kim and Illinois State Bar Association Third Vice-President Heather McPherson.
PC: Illinois State Bar Association
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May 13, 2026 | Events
On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Sangamon County Bar Association hosted its annual Law Day program at Maldaner’s restaurant, 222 S. 6th Street, Springfield. The speakers were Eugene Doherty, Illinois Fourth District Appellate Court, and Lance Peterson, Illinois Third Appellate Court. David J. Robinson, Chief Deputy Director, Illinois State's Attorneys Appellate Prosecutor's Office, served as the moderator for the program.
The 2026 Law Day theme was The Rule of Law and the American Dream.
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May 12, 2026 | CLE | Events
The Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) hosted the Rule of Law Symposium 2026 – Defending Democracy: Protecting the Rule of Law on Friday, May 8, 2026, at the ISBA Chicago Regional Office. The full-day symposium focused on strengthening public understanding of the rule of law and the vital role the legal profession plays in defending democracy. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson delivered opening remarks.
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May 1, 2026 |
Practice News | Events
By Chief Justice P. Scott Neville, Jr.
Sixty-five years ago, Congress made May 1 Law Day to honor the rule of law. Every year, the American Bar Association picks a theme. This year’s theme is “The Rule of Law and the American Dream.”
The rule of law upholds the American Dream by ensuring access to legal assistance. But many people end up in court without a lawyer, not by choice but due to circumstances. This places them at a disadvantage, as lawyers bring the skills and structure needed to present facts, explain issues, and apply the law.
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April 28, 2026 | Events
The Illinois State Bar Association and the Illinois Judges' Association hosted Stronger Together: Supporting Women in the Legal Profession on April 23, 2026, at Roosevelt University in Chicago, IL.
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April 2, 2026 | Practice News | CLE | Events | ISBA News
The Illinois State Bar Association hosted the 13th Annual Minority Bar CLE Conference: Preparedness in the Current Legal Climate on March 26-27, 2026, at the ISBA Chicago Regional Office, 20 S. Clark St.
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April 2, 2026 | Events
Join us on May 14 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for our annual Member Appreciation and Recognition Reception. Congratulate the 2025-26 ISBA Award recipients, connect with your ISBA friends and colleagues, and enjoy an evening of networking at the beautiful Morton Arboretum. The reception will feature hors d’oeuvres and complimentary beer and wine. We hope to see you there!
For questions, please reach out to Kim Weaver.