An organization’s internal investigation can be stressful for all involved. Notwithstanding an employee’s desire to be helpful and cooperative, questioning by the organization’s lawyer is likely viewed with some trepidation, acknowledges Charles J. Northrup in his ethics column, “Clear and Unambiguous Duty” in the April Illinois Bar Journal. Let’s face it, Northrup continues, when lawyers come asking questions, it means (sometimes) there is a problem.
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April 22, 2025 | Practice News
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April 18, 2025 | Practice News
Justice Mary K. O’Brien and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Associate Judge Michelle A. Vescogni as an At-Large Circuit Judge for the 13th Judicial Circuit.2 comments (Most recent April 21, 2025) -
April 18, 2025 | ISBA News
Join the Chicago Bar Association, the ISBA, and several other bar associations on May 1 for an attorney oath reaffirmation ceremony to support the rule of law and judicial independence.3 comments (Most recent April 30, 2025) -
April 18, 2025 | CLE
Although minority equityholders lack control over an entity, they do have certain rights at their disposal which can provide powerful protections. Don’t miss this panel presentation that offers an overview of the evolution of minority vs. -
April 16, 2025 | Practice NewsThe Illinois Supreme Court announced today amendments to M.R. Order 29741 which will eliminate filing and appearance fees in minor guardianship cases and appearance fees in small claim cases. The amended rules are effective October 1, 2025. “The Illinois Supreme Court is always looking to remove barriers to access to justice in our state,” Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis said. “Removing and simplifying fees and processes for underrepresented litigants helps ensure they are able to have their voices heard in court.”
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April 15, 2025 | CLE
Learn to navigate the complex issues of drafting enforceable agreements for your family law clients, and why getting the details right throughout the drafting process is so important to ensuring that your client is happy with the outcome. -
April 14, 2025 | Practice News
Left unchecked, an overflowing email inbox leads to an inbox overflowing with spam, an increased risk of phishing attacks, and an overall loss of control over your personal information. Fortunately, you can clean up your digital footprint. Not only is it possible, it might even be easier than you think. Read the April Illinois Bar Journal’s Pointers From Practice HQ column, “Cleaning Up Your Digital Footprint,” for tips to spring clean your digital mess. -
April 10, 2025 | CLE
Don’t miss this informative seminar that discusses the basic administration issues in subchapter V cases versus non-subchapter V cases, and helps you decide when subchapter V Chapter 11 is right for your clients. -
April 9, 2025 | Practice News
Leading appellate attorney reviews the Illinois Supreme Court opinion handed down Wednesday, April 9.2 comments (Most recent April 10, 2025) -
April 8, 2025 | ISBA NewsTo celebrate Law Day, the ISBA, the ISBA Young Lawyers Division and the Illinois Bar Foundation have partnered with PILI to hold a virtual clinic to train volunteer attorneys on how to answer civil legal questions from people in need through Illinois Free Legal Answers. Illinois Free Legal Answers is a secure website where low-income Illinoisans can ask a lawyer for help with a civil legal issue. Volunteer lawyers then log onto the site and answer questions waiting in the queue. VIRTUAL CLINIC Thursday, May 1, 2025 12:00pm to 1:30pm