Author Index Pete Sherman

Fixing the Market

By Pete Sherman
January
2024
LawPulse
, Page 10
A massive jury verdict against the National Association of Realtors has attorneys discussing the fallout.

Coming Back to Court

By Pete Sherman
July
2023
LawPulse
, Page 12
Cook County Circuit Court’s Probate Division sparks strong feelings after returning to in-person hearings, but circuits throughout Illinois continue to search for a balance.

Illinois Attorneys Roll On

By Pete Sherman
June
2023
LawPulse
, Page 12
The ARDC’s 2022 Annual Report hints that its Master Roll and investigation numbers are returning to trends in line with pre-COVID-19 years.

For the Defense

By Pete Sherman
May
2023
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court task force seeks to address disparities in public defense.

Stow Me the Money

By Pete Sherman
April
2023
LawPulse
, Page 12
Illinois Supreme Court amends Illinois Rules of Professional Conduct concerning client fees, client refunds, and electronic fund transfers.

With Due Respect

By Pete Sherman
March
2023
LawPulse
, Page 16
Illinois Supreme Court creates committee to improve court services for people with disabilities.

The Year of the SAFE-T Act

By Pete Sherman
January
2023
LawPulse
, Page 10
Most provisions of major criminal reform legislation took effect January 1.

Listen Carefully; Understand Fully

By Pete Sherman
November
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
Illinois Supreme Court appointee Joy V. Cunningham on lessons learned on her journey to the state’s top court.

To Do Justice

By Pete Sherman
November
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
Illinois Supreme Court appointee Joy V. Cunningham on lessons learned on her journey to the state’s top court.

Upgrades Galore

By Pete Sherman
October
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
County courthouses spend millions on technology upgrades thanks to Illinois Supreme Court technology grants.

Family, Faith, and Community

By Pete Sherman
July
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Justice Lisa Holder White replaces retiring Justice Rita Garman on the Illinois Supreme Court.

Justice Garman’s Life on the Bench

By Pete Sherman
July
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
After 48+ years as a judge, Illinois Supreme Court Justice Rita Garman retires.

Women Lawyers Up, Misconduct Down

By Pete Sherman
June
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission releases its 2021 Annual Report.

It’s About Time

By Pete Sherman
May
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Time standards for Illinois courts to take effect July 1.

Staying Ahead of the Curve

By Pete Sherman
April
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
The ISBA’s new strategic plan lays the groundwork for richer membership experiences, more communication, and greater diversity.

Cellphone Friendly Courts

By Pete Sherman
February
2022
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court announces new policy allowing for cellphones and other mobile devices in courthouses.

Mandatory Mediation Means Many Things

By Pete Sherman
January
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
The U.S. Southern District of Illinois joins a long list of other courts requiring mandatory mediation for many kinds of cases.

The Year of Being Well

By Pete Sherman
January
2022
LawPulse
, Page 12
New initiatives will target mental health in the legal profession and courts in 2022.

Taking Your Talents Elsewhere

By Pete Sherman
December
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
New restrictions on noncompete and nonsolicit agreements between Illinois employers and employees take effect Jan. 1.

Use It or Lose

By Pete Sherman
December
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Report on legal trends in 2021 spotlights growing discrepancies between law firms using technology effectively and those that are not.

More Order in the Courts

By Pete Sherman
November
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Amended and new Illinois Supreme Court Rules on recordkeeping introduced to create consistency and save time.

The Privilege of Restorative Justice

By Pete Sherman
November
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
A new law declares that what is said during restorative justice proceedings is privileged.

Court Cases Plummet in 2020

By Pete Sherman
October
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
New Illinois Supreme Court districts map is rushed through the legislature, signed by the governor, then delayed by the Court.

Illinoiscourts.gov Hits Refresh

By Pete Sherman
August
2021
LawPulse
, Page 12
New Illinois Supreme Court districts map is rushed through the legislature, signed by the governor, then delayed by the Court.

Still Weeding Out the Problems

By Pete Sherman
July
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
The Illinois Supreme Court rules on its first cannabis business case.

Other Than COVID-19, Fewer Problems

By Pete Sherman
June
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Highlights from the Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission’s 2020 Annual Report.

Baseball and Modern Life

By Pete Sherman
May
2021
LawPulse
, Page 12
Chicago Cubs lose arbitration-clause argument against injured fan.

The Post-Bail Era

By Pete Sherman
April
2021
LawPulse
, Page 14
Defense attorneys candidly share their views of Illinois’ soon-to-be cashless-bail system.

Unemployment Fraud? Yeah, Us Too.

By Pete Sherman
March
2021
LawPulse
, Page 14
Millions of Americans have been targets of unemployment fraud during the pandemic, including attorneys.

Know Thy Witness

By Pete Sherman
February
2021
LawPulse
, Page 10
Illinois Supreme Court outlines witness redesignation parameters in Dameron v. Mercy Hospital & Medical Center.

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