The Catalyst

The newsletter of the ISBA’s Standing Committee on Women and the Law

October 2014 • Volume 20 • Number 3 •

October 2014 Women and the Law Newsletter

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In This Issue

Letter from the Chair: Domestic Violence and the NFL

By Letitia Spunar-Sheats

A message from Committee Chair Letitia Spunar-Sheats.

The Illinois Medical Cannabis Pilot Program and launch of Women Grow Chicago

By Emily N. Masalski

On July 20, 2014, Governor Pat Quinn signed legislation to add the treatment of adults and children with seizures to the state’s Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act.

Student disciplinary hearing

By Lori G. Levin

The disciplinary process is far different from being in a court of law, but a student facing such a hearing may be subject to long-term ramifications that may influence not only his schooling but the rest of his adult life. A student facing such a situation should definitely consult with and retain an attorney to help navigate the process.

Highlight on Clio: Review of affordable cloud-based practice management software

By Jessica C. Marshall

The author shares her experience with using Clio in her firm.

Former Women and the Law Chair honored with Lifetime Achievement Award at Women’s Bar Association Centennial

By Sandra Crawford

Sharon Eiseman, a former Chair of the ISBA's Women and the Law Committee, was recently honored at a gala event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois.

Someone you should know: Tracy Douglas

Find out more Tracy Douglas, an active member of the WATL Committee and winner of the 2014 ISBA Young Lawyer of the Award (outside Cook County).

CLE

From Miniskirt to Hijab: A Girl in Revolutionary Iran
October 6 | Chicago
8 MORE Movie-Lawyers Who Would Be Disciplined in Real Life
October 14 | Online
Perinatal Mental Health: When She’s Not “Fine”
December 1 | Chicago

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