The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the legal profession has been colored by early missteps: spectacular hallucinations, unvetted filings, and judicial sanctions. But when used prudently, AI can (and will) help lawyers deliver better work faster and at lower cost. The question is not whether Illinois lawyers may use AI, but how they can do so while honoring confidentiality, preserving work-product protection, and avoiding privilege pitfalls. In his May Illinois Bar Journal article, “What’s Said to AI May Not Stay in AI,” Jake A.
The Illinois Supreme Court issued attorney disciplinary orders during its May 2026 Term of Court.
An update on the work of the ISBA's Rural Practice Initiative.
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May 26, 2026 | Practice News
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May 26, 2026 | Practice News
ALTON, Ill. – Simmons Hanly Conroy, a national leader in the legal representation of mesothelioma patients and their families, was proud to support the Alton Firefighters Local 1255 Third Annual Golf Tournament as a Gold Sponsor. -
May 26, 2026 | Practice News
Justice Elizabeth Rochford of the Supreme Court of Illinois has begun an application process for a Resident Circuit Judge vacancy in the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit, Fourth Subcircuit. The vacancy will be created by the upcoming retirement of Judge Susan Clancy Boles on July 31, 2026. Under the Illinois Constitution, judicial vacancies are filled by Supreme Court appointment. The application process will lead to full Court approval. -
May 26, 2026 |
Practice News
Chief Judge Michael B. Brennan announced that the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit has reappointed Bankruptcy Judge Thomas M. Lynch to another 14 year term when his current term expires on January 1, 2027. Judge Lynch is a bankruptcy judge for the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Illinois, and his office is located in the Stanley J. Roszkowski U.S. Courthouse. Chief Judge Brennan commented that the bar and the public were surveyed extensively and that Judge Lynch is highly regarded as a judge.
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May 22, 2026 | Practice News
Leading appellate attorneys review the four Illinois Supreme Court opinions handed down Thursday, May 21. -
May 21, 2026 | CLE
Resilience and Emotional Skills for Overloaded Professionals Live Webcast Wednesday, June 17, 2026 1:00 – 2:05 p.m. 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Mental Health & Substance Abuse credit (subject to approval) -
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 -
May 20, 2026 | Practice NewsThe Illinois Supreme Court issued attorney disciplinary orders during its May 2026 Term of Court. Sanctions were imposed because the lawyers engaged in professional misconduct by violating state ethics law.
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May 20, 2026 | Practice News
Following the retirement of First District Appellate Court Clerk Thomas D. Palella on April 30, 2026, the First District has announced the elevation of Tina Schillaci and Lisa Franklin to the roles of Clerk and Chief Deputy Clerk, respectively. -
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.