The ISBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) hosted a Speed Networking and Wine Tasting event on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the ISBA Chicago Regional Office, 20 South Clark Street, Chicago. Young attorneys, newly admitted lawyers, and law students had a valuable opportunity to connect with and receive mentorship from an impressive group of accomplished attorneys, judges, and legal professionals from across Illinois. Conversations covered topics such as securing a first job, exploring various career paths, and maximizing ISBA membership benefits.
Following Speed Networking, attendees enjoyed an evening wine tasting featuring a curated selection of wines led by a knowledgeable wine expert. The relaxed setting provided additional opportunities for meaningful networking. Proceeds from the Wine Tasting supported the YLD Children’s Assistance Fund, which awards grants to Illinois organizations serving children and advancing law-related initiatives.
The ISBA issues a formal statement concerning attacks on the judiciary and the erosion of institutional respect.
All candidates for Illinois judicial office who are running in the March 17 primary election have been rated by the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) Judicial Evaluations Committee, or in a poll of lawyers conducted by the ISBA.
ISBA members can now take advantage of an exclusive travel discount service with savings that average 10-20% below-market rates on hotels, car rentals, cruises, vacation rentals, entertainment, and worldwide tour packages.
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February 27, 2026 | Events
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February 27, 2026 | ISBA News
At its meeting on Feb. 27, 2026, the ISBA Board of Governors adopted the following statement on behalf of the Association: -
February 26, 2026 | Events
Take us out to the ball game! ⚾ From February 19–23, 2026, ISBA members and their guests headed to Scottsdale, Arizona, for MLB Spring Training Opening Weekend. The group cheered on the Cubs vs. White Sox and Cubs vs. Rangers at Sloan Park and enjoyed a four-night stay at The Westin Kierland Scottsdale. With a Welcome Reception, live evening entertainment, and a festive Wrap-Up Party, the trip delivered sunshine, great company, and big-league energy all weekend long. ⚾ -
February 25, 2026 | CLE
Wellbeing of Caregivers in the Legal Profession -
February 23, 2026 | Practice News
Notice is hereby given that the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 2071, proposes modifications to Circuit Rule 40(e).Written comments on the proposed rule changes should be sent by May 26, 2026, to: -
February 23, 2026 | Practice News
Molshree Sharma in her February Illinois Bar Journal article, “When Courts Create Rules of Return,” notes that courts have sometimes ordered the return of a minor child under specific conditions that the petitioning parent must comply with to balance the competing concerns of ensuring the return of minor children to their habitual residence with preventing or ideally eliminating grave harm. These conditions are typically called “ameliorative measures” or “undertakings.” In her article, Sharma assesses the split in the U.S. -
February 23, 2026 | CLE
The Judiciary, Legal Academia, and Artificial Intelligence Going Forward -
February 20, 2026 | Practice News
The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee will hear comments on submitted proposals on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at a public hearing beginning at 10 a.m. at the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, 222 N. LaSalle Street, 13th Floor, in Chicago. All proposals must be approved by the Illinois Supreme Court before they can take effect. The hearing will be livestreamed here. -
February 19, 2026 | Practice News
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is accepting applications for multiple attorney positions. -
February 18, 2026 | ISBA News
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