There is no such thing as a typical Illinois State Bar Association member. But there’s a good chance one works in a firm with fewer than five attorneys and puts in a little more than 40 hours per week. They bill an hourly rate of $337—although many also offer flat fees and some offer contingent fees—and earn a median of $144,000 per year (but an average of $172,000). Prior or existing client relationships or various types of referrals provide their primary source of business.
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September 2, 2025 | Practice News
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August 29, 2025 | CLE
Attend one or all of this four-part series that gives you an in-depth overview of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act! Overview and Compliance Tips Live Webcast | Wednesday, September 10, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:05pm 1 hour MCLE credit -
August 28, 2025 | Practice News
Justice Mary K. O’Brien of the Supreme Court of Illinois has announced the formation of a judicial screening committee for the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit. The screening committee was formed for the purpose of assessing the qualifications of those who have applied to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Circuit Judge Paul Fullerton, effective October 15, 2025. Under the Illinois Constitution, the vacancy will be filled by Supreme Court appointment. -
August 26, 2025 | Events
Constitution Day marks the birth of American democracy: when the foundational rules of our rights and freedoms were signed into law. It’s more than history; it’s a call to action. On September 17, the ISBA is joining the Task Force for American Democracy in reaffirming our commitment to the Constitution and the Rule of Law. Our Constitution is a founding document that turned the rights, freedoms, and principles that we value into a country for everyone. It belongs to everyone, works for everyone, and must be preserved by everyone. -
August 26, 2025 | Events
The Sports and Entertainment Law Section invites you to join them for an evening of fun, food, and women’s basketball as the Chicago Sky take on the New York Liberty! Tickets include a pre-game party with pizza, salad, beer, wine, and soft drinks at Pizano’s Pizza & Pasta and admission to the game. -
August 25, 2025 | Practice News
What can we learn from the only known existing transcription of a Lincoln circuit court case that involved feuds, political foes, and a deadly stab wound … all while Lincoln was running for president? -
August 25, 2025 | CLE
Join us for a comprehensive overview of the ongoing benefits of the Illinois Independent Tax Tribunal, as well as a review of its first 12 years. -
August 25, 2025 | Practice NewsChief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Maximino Ortiz as the new Marshal of the Supreme Court. His appointment is effective September 1, 2025.
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August 21, 2025 | Practice NewsChief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court have been named as the recipients of the Charles W. Daniels Judicial Leadership Award from the National Association of Pretrial Services Agencies (NAPSA) for the Court’s landmark work in supporting the expansion of pretrial services throughout Illinois.
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August 21, 2025 | Practice NewsThe Remote Appearance Committee of the Illinois Supreme Court’s Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) announced today the launch of an opportunity for court users to share suggestions on how to improve remote court appearances for the benefit of all. “The Illinois Supreme Court is committed to remote court proceedings as a way to increase access to justice statewide,” Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis said. “We encourage court users to share suggestions on how to improve this experience.”3 comments (Most recent September 1, 2025)