The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) is a federal law that was designed to protect religious institutions against discriminatory regulations and ensure that these groups are treated the same as non-religious entities.
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May 15, 2025 | CLE
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May 15, 2025 | Practice News
The Illinois Supreme Court during a brief ceremony Tuesday installed an official handmade gavel, crafted by esteemed Judge Andreas “Andy” Matoesian, marking a tribute to judicial tradition and as an emblem for court proceedings. The installation took take place ahead of the Legal Luminaries Reception honoring Appellate Court Justice Carol Pope (ret.) Supreme Court Justice Lloyd Karmeier and U.S. District Court Judge Rubin Castillo (ret.). -
May 14, 2025 | ISBA News
The names of the 11 Fellows selected to participate in the 2025 Rural Practice Fellowship Program, which is designed to meet the critical need of providing access to justice for those living in rural areas with a declining lawyer population, have been announced. -
May 12, 2025 | Practice NewsThe Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission), and the Access to Justice Division of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) have launched the application process for a grant initiative and are extending invitations to join their network of court personnel who assist self-represented litigants (SRLs) and advance access to justice. The application process for the grant is open now through June 20, 2025.
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May 12, 2025 | Events | ISBA News
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, Illinois State Bar Association President-Elect Bridget C. Duignan spoke during the Circuit Court of Cook County's annual Law Day celebration hosted by the Cook County Bar Association. -
May 12, 2025 | Practice News
Under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), a fiduciary must discharge his or her responsibility “solely in the interest of the participants and beneficiaries and for the exclusive purpose of providing benefits to participants and their beneficiaries” and “with the care, skill, prudence, and diligence” that a prudent person “acting in a like capacity and familiar with such matters would use.” In her May Illinois Bar Journal article, “Taking Stock,” Samantha J. -
May 12, 2025 | CLE
Join us for a comprehensive look at how to increase the health and wellness of you and your colleagues with this informative presentation. -
May 12, 2025 | Practice News
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is accepting applications for five attorney positions. -
May 9, 2025 | Practice NewsJustice P. Scott Neville and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Lester Finkle as a judge in the Eighth Subcircuit of the Circuit Court of Cook County. Mr. Finkle is being appointed to fill the vacancy created by the election of Justice Mary L. Mikva to the First District Appellate Court. Mr. Finkle’s appointment is effective May 30, 2025, and will conclude on December 7, 2026.
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May 9, 2025 |
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In honor of Public Service Recognition Week (May 4 – May 10, 2025), the Illinois State Bar Association commends all those who tirelessly work in the public service sector, with special recognition to our more than 1,000 members who commit themselves to serving the people of Illinois. These dedicated individuals play a valuable role in the functioning of our government, upholding our legal system, and advocating for underrepresented and vulnerable populations.