Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis of the Supreme Court of Illinois has begun an application process for a Cook County judicial vacancy in the 11th Subcircuit.
The 11th Subcircuit vacancy was created by the retirement of Judge Mary Colleen Roberts. The appointed individual will serve a term through December 7, 2026.
Under the Illinois Constitution, judicial vacancies are filled by Supreme Court appointment. The application process will lead to the final Court approval. Applicants will undergo an evaluation and screening process.
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December 2, 2024 | Practice News
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The Illinois Environmental Protection Agence currently has two open positions:
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December 2, 2024 | Practice News
One out of every four Illinois lawyers recounts being bullied between 2022 and 2023, according to a survey completed by more than 6,000 attorneys.1 comment (Most recent December 19, 2024) -
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On October 15, 2024, this court issued notice that it proposed the rescission of Circuit Rule 35 and modification of Circuit Rule 26.1 in anticipation of the elimination of Federal Rule of Appellate Procedure 35. The court hereby provides notice of adoption of the aforementioned changes, effective December 1, 2024.
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November 26, 2024 | ISBA News
The ISBA offices will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29. The offices will resume normal business hours on Monday, December 2, at 8:30 a.m. On behalf of everyone at the ISBA, we wish you and your family a happy, healthy, and safe holiday. Happy Thanksgiving! -
November 25, 2024 | Practice News
Earlier this fall, all ISBA members received a powerful free upgrade to vLex Fastcase.1 comment (Most recent December 17, 2024) -
November 22, 2024 | CLE
Join us for Part 1 of this three-part series as we discuss collections in bankruptcy, the issues that can arise in post-judgment collections, and potential resolutions to the conflicts your clients may face. Attorneys with intermediate practice experience who attend this online program will better understand the bankruptcy and collection process, as well as the options that are available to creditors when a debtor files bankruptcy, including actions seeking to dismiss the bankruptcy, deny discharge to the debtor, or file an adversary complaint against the debtor. -
November 22, 2024 | Practice NewsSupreme Court Justice Joy V. Cunningham has begun an application process for three judicial vacancies in the subcircuits of Cook County. The subcircuit vacancies are for the seats of Judge Thomas W. Murphy (3rd Subcircuit, vacant effective July 3, 2024), Judge Callie L. Baird (16th Subcircuit, vacant effective April 16, 2024), and Judge John A. Fairman (19th Subcircuit, vacant effective April 29, 2024).
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November 21, 2024 | Practice News
Leading appellate attorneys review the ten Illinois Supreme Court opinions handed down Thursday, November 21. -
November 20, 2024 | Practice NewsThe Illinois Supreme Court announced the filing of lawyer disciplinary orders on November 20, 2024. Sanctions were imposed because the lawyers engaged in professional misconduct by violating state ethics law.