Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce that Sophia Brandenburg has joined the firm as an Associate in its Business Law and Transactions practice group.
Sophia supports businesses and entrepreneurs in a range of corporate and commercial matters, including business transactions, entity formation, and the preparation and negotiation of governance, operational, and commercial agreements. She also helps clients with commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing matters, and due diligence.
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Chicago, IL (October 12, 2026) - Willkie today announced that Kruti Trivedi, a trial lawyer who has led high-stakes matters as both a senior in-house counsel at one of the world's largest financial institutions and a federal prosecutor, has joined the Firm as a partner in the Litigation Department. She is based in the Chicago office.
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October 6, 2026 | People
David Thomas Arena Esq., 58, passed away, surrounded by his loving wife and son, on October 2, 2026. David is a man whose larger-than-life personality could fill any room and warm any heart. Known for his infectious smile and enthusiasm and unshakeable love for his family, David lived life at full throttle, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, adventure, and deeply cherished memories. David was born March 5, 1968 in New Jersey.
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October 5, 2026 | People
Aronberg Goldgehn is pleased to announce that Lishuang (Lisa) Peng has joined the firm as an Associate in our Intellectual Property; Business and Appellate Litigation; and Business Law and Transactions practice groups.
Lisa handles intellectual property prosecution, transactions, licensing, enforcement, and litigation. She advises clients on foreign trade, cross-border investment, regulatory compliance, and general corporate counseling.
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September 1, 2026 | People
The Honorable Arthur C. Perivolidis of Mount Prospect, Illinois, died peacefully in his home, surrounded by family on August 29th, 2026. He was born on November 1st, 1941 in Oak Park, Illinois, and lived a long, happy and healthy life of eighty-four years.
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August 13, 2026 | People | ISBA News
The ISBA Board of Governors elected Daniel J. Heywood to the vacant seat on the Board. Heywood has been an Assembly member since 2022. He is the former Chair of the State and Local Taxation section council and a current member of SALT. He is a member of the standing committees on Legislation, Assembly Finance, and unauthorized practice of law taskforce.
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August 12, 2026 | People | Events
On August 6, 2026, the Illinois Bar Foundation (IBF) hosted the Lawyers Care Legacy Reception at Roanoke Restaurant in Chicago, honoring the life and legacy of Warren Lupel.
A true luminary of the legal profession and lifelong advocate for those in need, Warren served on the IBF Board of Directors from 1995–2006, including as President from 2002–2004. His leadership, compassion, and steadfast belief in the ability of attorneys to support colleagues facing hardship helped shape and strengthen the Illinois Bar Foundation’s Warren Lupel Lawyers Care Fund.
Founded in 1951 and renamed in Warren’s honor in 2004, the Fund continues his enduring commitment to helping Illinois lawyers and their families in times of need.
We are eternally grateful for Warren’s leadership, service, and the lasting impact of his legacy.
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August 6, 2026 | People
(CHICAGO, IL)—Goldberg Segalla added Bradley E. Michalowski to the firm’s Product Liability practice group in Princeton.
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August 5, 2026 | People
Thomas L. Pullen, 82, of Gladstone, Illinois, died at 1:40 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at Oak Lane Nursing and Rehab, Stronghurst, Illinois.
Judge Pullen was born in Pecos, Texas on August 29, 1943 to Clarence L. and Verna (Asbury) Pullen. He was raised and educated in Gladstone where his family had lived since 1835. Judge Pullen was a graduate of Union High School, Western Illinois University, and the John Marshall Law School. He served as a captain in the US Army and was awarded a Bronze Star for service in Vietnam.
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July 17, 2026 | People
John S. Rendleman III, 67, of Carbondale, Illinois, passed away at his home on June 30, 2026. He was born on December 15, 1958, in Carbondale to John S. Rendleman II and Lenora (Norris) Rendleman.