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The mission of ISBA Federal Civil Practice Section
- to enhance knowledge and professional capabilities of lawyers who practice civil law in the United States District Courts in Illinois;
- to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among and between practitioners and federal judges;
- to review and make recommendations concerning federal legislation and proposed changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and federal district court rules that affect federal civil practice;
- to promote communication through seminars and newsletters.
Related Articles
Current Newsletter — June 2026
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- Waving New Arguments Goodbye: The Seventh Circuit Contributes to the Waiver vs. Forfeiture Discussion With a Strict Rule for Appellants
- Member Appreciation & Recognition Reception Highlights
Recent Related Cases
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Wrongful Death | N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
Federal 7th Circuit / Civil
Wright v. Shumate, No. 25-1487 (July 9, 2026) (BRENNAN) Affirmed. -
Breach of Contract | N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
Federal 7th Circuit / Civil
The Boldt Company v. Black & Veatch Construction, Inc., No. 25-2003 & 25-2070 (July 8, 2026) (KIRSCH) Affirmed in part, reversed in part, remanded. -
Class Action Fairness Act | S.D. Ind., Indianapolis Div.
Federal 7th Circuit / Civil
Creason v. Elanco US Inc., No. 25-1552 (June 29, 2026) (EASTERBROOK) Affirmed. -
Forum Non Conveniens | W.D. Wis.
Federal 7th Circuit / Civil
Pavlovich v. Gaiman, No. 25-2754 (June 29, 2026) (KOLAR) Affirmed. -
Carmack Amendment | S.D. Ill.
Federal 7th Circuit / Civil
Certain Undrerwriters at Lloyd’s v. CSX Transportation, Inc., No. 23-1782 & 23-2422 (June 25, 2026) (LEE) Affirmed.
Tools and Resources
- Federal Civil Practice discussion group is available to section members via the Federal Civil Practice community in ISBA Central
- The Federal Civil Practice Section directory is available to all ISBA members
- Useful links