Justice Mary Jane Theis was selected for the office of Chief Justice of the Illinois Supreme Court at the Court’s November 2022 Term. She will serve a three-year term commencing today, October 26, 2022, succeeding Anne M. Burke, whose tenure as Chief Justice ended on Oct. 25, 2022.
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October 26, 2022 | Practice News | People
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October 25, 2022 | CLE
Don’t miss this full-day seminar that explores the various disciplines that intersect with family law, how they impact the practice, and the risks associated with failing to understand how these other areas may impact your case. -
October 25, 2022 | Practice News
The Illinois Supreme Court Pretrial Implementation Task Force (Task Force) will host regional education seminars across Illinois to overview pretrial justice and the implementation of the Pretrial Fairness Act (PFA), which is scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2023. -
October 25, 2022 | Practice News
The Illinois Supreme Court Pretrial Implementation Task Force (Task Force) will host town hall meetings on October 27 at noon, and repeat the presentation at 4:00 p.m., both via Zoom. -
October 25, 2022 |
Practice News
Hancock County, Illinois is accepting applications for the position of Public Defender. All applicants must provide proof of a valid Illinois law license, be in good standing with the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, and have prior criminal law experience.
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October 24, 2022 | Practice News
The Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”) is the litigation gift that keeps on giving, writes Charles N. Insler in his October Illinois Bar Journal article, “Insurance Providers & BIPA Litigation.” -
October 22, 2022 |
Practice News
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO), Central District of Illinois is seeking an associate attorney to serve in the Criminal Division, Rock Island office.
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October 22, 2022 | CLE
Securities brokers with responsibilities to investors are subject to disciplinary action by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). As such, it is important for attorneys to understand how cases are initiated and how they progress at both the FINRA and American Arbitration Association (AAA) so you can advise your clients as effectively as possible. -
October 20, 2022 | Practice News
A leading appellate attorney reviews the Illinois Supreme Court opinion handed down Thursday, October 20. -
October 19, 2022 | Events
The Illinois Bar Foundation hosted "A Night in Monte Carlo,” honoring Patricia C. Bobb of Patricia C. Bobb & Associates on Friday, October 14, 2022, at Morgan Manufacturing in Chicago. Photo Credit: Bill Richert