In a roundup of two recent Illinois State Bar Association CLE programs, the Illinois Bar Journal’s February cover story, “Artificial Intelligence and the Authentic Attorney,” observes that just as an attorney’s time is well spent considering the benefits and drawbacks of AI, the same can be said for keeping in mind best practices for communicating clearly and effectively with clients and colleagues.
There’s still time to register! Improve your trial skills in this “learn-by-doing” program that covers all phases of trial work from both a plaintiff/prosecutor and defendant’s viewpoint, in both civil and criminal cases. Through this course, you will learn and practice new trial techniques that are most effective and consistent with the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Federal Rules of Evidence. Each session is audio-video taped so you can see and hear the improvements in your voice, manner, and trial technique. The course has been proven to be of value whether your practice includes trying jury and non-jury cases, administrative hearings, arbitrations, or even mediations.
A leading appellate attorney reviews the Illinois Supreme Court opinion handed down Thursday, February 1.
Volunteers are needed for the 2024 ISBA High School Mock Trial Invitational, which will be held at the University of Illinois – Springfield on March 16–17, 2024.
This program provides an opportunity for students to learn what it is like to prepare and present a legal case before the Illinois courts. Participating students gain a better understanding of the justice system and improve their knowledge, skills, and ability to articulate in a reasoned, thoughtful manner.
Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Yolanda Harris Sayre as a Circuit Judge in the 5th Subcircuit of Cook County.
Get the information you need regarding sentencing alternatives to incarceration with this online seminar.
Registration is now open for the ISBA Young Lawyers Division Speed Networking and Wine Tasting events on Friday, March 1, 2024. Join your peers for an evening of socializing and wine tasting!
Gospel Justice Family and Friends —These were the guiding principles and greatest loves of Bill’s life.
Each year, the ISBA presents awards to recognize individuals and law firms for their commitment and service to the profession, their communities, and the Association. Award recipients are selected through a nomination process, and members are encouraged to nominate persons who meet the criteria for each award. Please submit the online nomination form, available following the links below, no later than March 4, 2024.
