The Illinois State Bar Association’s Law Student Committee would like to invite you to a "Speed Networking Event" on Wednesday, April 15 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Chicago Office, 20 S. Clark. Borrowing concepts from speed dating, the event will facilitate short, focused conversations between current law students and distinguished ISBA members in a relaxed setting. Topics that will be addressed include networking, business development, and landing your first job. If you would like to meet seasoned attorneys with a wealth of information about practicing law in Illinois, while gaining some insight into the forward-thinking events and services offered by the ISBA, please register for this free event at https://www.isba.org/speednetworking.
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March 17, 2015 |
Events
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March 16, 2015 |
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Whether you’re in-house counsel or a private practitioner representing corporations, you need the ethical background and knowledge to effectively advise your clients on a number of legal topics. Attorneys with intermediate practice experience attending this seminar in Chicago on March 27, 2015 will better understand: the Federal prosecutor case analysis in charging corporations and corporate officers with criminal activity; how the new medical marijuana laws will affect workplace drug policies; and how to incorporate the Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct to in-house and corporation representation.The seminar is presented by the ISBA Corporate Law Department and qualifies for 4.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit (subject to approval).Click here for more information and to register.
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March 16, 2015 |
Practice News
Chief Circuit Judge Kathryn E. Creswell is pleased to announce that following a tabulation of ballots, the Circuit Judges of the 18th Judicial Circuit, DuPage County, have appointed Joseph T. Bugos to the position of Associate Judge.
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March 16, 2015
Members of the ISBA Law Students Committee and the Young Lawyers Division volunteered for a WTTW pledge night on March 9. -
March 16, 2015
The luck of the Irish was with ISBA participants in the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, who enjoyed bright sunshine and warm weather as they marched down Chicago’s Columbus Drive. -
March 13, 2015 |
Practice News
Chief Justice Rita B. Garman and the Illinois Supreme Court have scheduled a special evening session of oral argument on Tuesday, March 17, and have invited Gov. Bruce Rauner and the entire Illinois legislature to observe the Court in session. It is uncertain when an evening session was last held in the Illinois Supreme Court Building, but it is believed to have been more than a century ago.The Court will hear oral arguments in a case involving an amendment passed by the legislature to the Illinois Juvenile Court Act. A portion of the amendment was ruled unconstitutional by a Circuit Court and the case is on direct appeal to the Supreme Court.Chief Justice Garman explained that the special evening session is an opportunity for members of the General Assembly to observe first-hand the interaction of the functions of the three branches of government and the operation of the checks and balances essential to our system."The case involves an amendment that was debated and passed by the legislature, signed by the Governor, applied by the State in an individual case, challenged by a defendant, and declared unconstitutional by the Circuit Court," said Chief Justice Garman. "It affords a window into how our constitutional system operates and the balance among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches."1 comment (Most recent March 16, 2015)
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March 13, 2015 |
Practice News
Circuit Clerk Keith S. Brin today announced the launch of his office’s 2015 Summer Internship Program. The application process opens on Monday, March 16th. Ten paid full-time summer internships will be available. The internship program, dubbed the New Initiatives Internship, provides undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to gain experience and exposure to public service and government. Interns will work extensively on outreach and program development. “Interns in our office will be doing meaningful work,” explained Circuit Clerk Brin. The internship experience is designed to be a hands-on experience. Students working as interns in the Circuit Clerks office will learn how the different pieces of government and law are inter-connected and fit together to make the big picture work. “Not only does the internship provide a chance for college students to earn money over the summer, but it also provides them with exposure to people, places, contacts and a professional work environment that will, ultimately, give them a truly competitive edge in the job market, “ said continued Brin. The application process, expected to be highly competitive, opens March 16th. Applications will be available on the Circuit Clerks website. Interns must be enrolled full-time in an accredited college or university, demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills, and possess the ability to work in a fast past environment.
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March 12, 2015
The Illinois Supreme Court announced Thursday that April G. Troemper, who presently serves as Associate Judge in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, has been appointed as at-large Circuit Judge for that Circuit.Judge Troemper was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Patrick J. Londrigan on December 8, 2014. Judge Londrigan had served as Circuit Judge since 2004. Judge Troemper’s appointment is effective April 2, 2015, and will continue until the position is filled by the November 2016 General Election.2 comments (Most recent March 13, 2015)
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March 12, 2015 |
Practice News
ISBA Director of Legislative Affairs Jim Covington reviews legislation in Springfield of interest to ISBA members. This week he covers Wills deposited with county recorders (Senate Bill 1596), Insured’s Independent Counsel Act (Senate Bill 1296), Guilty pleas (House Bill 2569), Administrative Review Law (Senate Bill 1447), Wrongful Death Act (House Bill 2713) and Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act (House Bill 2691). More information on each bill is available below the videoWills deposited with county recorders. Senate Bill 1596 (Kotowski, D-Park Ridge) amends the Counties Code to allow a county recorder to implement a county will depository. If the recorder does create a depository, it must also provide a form affidavit for a depositor of a will to file with the deposited will. States the requirements of the form affidavit. Provides for the duties of the county recorders for acceptance of wills, storage of wills, release of wills, and destruction of wills. Provides for different fees the county recorder may charge. Scheduled for hearing next Tuesday in Senate Judiciary Committee.