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.

The Illinois Supreme Court Rules of Professional Conduct require attorneys to report any judge who violates the Illinois Code of Judicial Conduct. The Rules also mandate that attorneys will face professional misconduct charges themselves, if they knowingly assisting a judge in behavior that violates the Code. Because of this, it is imperative that Illinois attorneys be familiar with the Illinois Code of Judicial Conduct and what should be expected from the Bench. Don’t miss this interactive and entertaining presentation in which Philip Bogdanoff uses video clips of courtroom conduct where judges were later disciplined for ethical violations.