Simmons Hanly Conroy Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Editions of the Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch

Posted on September 18, 2026 by Marybeth Stanziola

ALTON, Ill. – Simmons Hanly Conroy, one of the nation’s largest mass tort law firms and a national leader in representing mesothelioma patients and their families, is proud to announce that 33 of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®.

Access to Justice Commission to Accept Proposals for 2027 Disability Access Grant

Posted on September 18, 2026 by Marybeth Stanziola

The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission), and the Access to Justice Division of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) are excited to announce the launch of the application process for the 2027 Disability Access Grant, to enable courts and other stakeholders to apply for funding to advance accessibility for people with disabilities in their jurisdiction.

A federal judge won’t prematurely end a class action accusing State Farm of misleading thousands of life insurance customers by selling policies issued by a company it knew was facing a massive capital shortfall.

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Legal Newsline

Illinois law requires attorneys to file a petition to deny pretrial release within 21 days of a person’s arrest and release. However, the Illinois Supreme Court is currently debating whether that requirement is mandatory or directory.

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