Our panel of leading appellate attorneys reviews the one civil and two criminal opinions handed down Thursday, February 2 by the Illinois Supreme Court. 

The Illinois Supreme Court today announced the expansion of e-filing to include quasi-criminal cases and electronic citations (e-Citations). This expansion beyond civil, criminal, and juvenile cases furthers the Supreme Court’s objective to utilize technology to reduce and streamline processes. It will be done in a permissive manner initially so counties can join as their technology allows. 

Join us for an in-depth look at how to create a law practice succession plan, transition out of a practice, and/or create an exit strategy that benefits everyone involved. Topics include: opportunities for younger attorneys; setting goals and timelines; how to properly valuate a practice; finding candidates and opportunities; and the ethical issues to consider.

Justice Mary K. O’Brien and the Supreme Court of Illinois have announced the appointment of Jennifer L. Barron as a Circuit Judge in the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, DuPage County. 

Ms. Barron is being appointed to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Linda E. Davenport to the Third District Appellate Court. The appointment takes effect on February 15, 2023, and will conclude December 2, 2024, following the November 2024 general election. 

The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) this week announced the formation and inaugural roster of the new Disability Access Committee (Committee). 

The purpose of the new Committee is to guide the ATJ Commission in the development of policies and programming addressing the barriers to equitable access to our courts faced by individuals with disabilities. 

In Illinois, multi-jurisdictional practice is primarily governed by Supreme Court Rule 5.5. With the advent of the internet, social media, Zoom, and other advanced communication methods, multi-jurisdictional representation has flourished and opened new and exciting avenues for legal practice. Under Rule 5.5, in certain circumstances, lawyers not licensed in Illinois may practice in Illinois without obtaining local counsel or an Illinois license.

The Michael A. Bilandic Building is re-opening today as the elevators were returned to service following repairs over the weekend. The State Fire Marshal inspected the site this morning and certified the elevators now meet all code and safety requirements. 

Justice Mary K. O’Brien and the Supreme Court of Illinois have announced the appointment of the Hon. Marzell Lee Richardson, Jr., as a Circuit Judge in the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Subcircuit 2, for Will County. 

Our panel of leading appellate attorneys reviews the Illinois Supreme Court opinions handed down Friday, January 20. 

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