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Notice of ISBA Election

Visit our Election page to find out more about the offices to be filled in this election and create a nominating petition for your candidacy online.

Illinois Bar Journal

What’s in the File?

Navigating school student records requests and redactions.

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The Bar News

Access to Justice Commission Announces Winners of Colman and Kilbride Awards

The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) announced today the winners of two awards, the Hon. Thomas L. Kilbride (Ret.) Judicial Access to Justice Award and the Jeffrey D. Colman Access to Justice Award.

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Looking for a Chance to Lead?

By being appointed to a section council or committee, you have an opportunity to propose legislation and rules, write newsletter articles, plan CLE programs, and help the ISBA serve and protect its members in countless ways. Nominate yourself for a Section Council or Committee. Deadline for nominations is January 15, 2026.

CLE & Events

Featured CLE

Life Today Can Seem So Taxing - Part 1: Sales, Income, and Transaction Tax Issues in Illinois and Chicago

Don’t miss Part 1 of this two-part series that explores several hot topic tax issues.

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Featured Event

Joint Midyear Meeting

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Please join us for the 2025 Joint Midyear Meeting in downtown Chicago! This two-day event features excellent programming along with fun and exciting events, and opportunities to network with colleagues.

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