ARDC Releases 2022 Annual Report

Posted on May 1, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

The Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC), the administrative agency that regulates licensed Illinois lawyers, has filed its year 2022 Annual Report with the Supreme Court of Illinois. The report will be released to the public on May 1 when a copy is posted on the ARDC website

A summary of the Annual Report entitled Highlights of the 2022 Annual Reportis also available. 

Civil Appeal Basics: The First 30 Days After Judgment

Posted on April 27, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

The first 30 days after the trial court enters an unfavorable judgment to your client are critical. During this period, you will have to walk your client through several important and complex decisions that could mean the difference between success and failure on appeal. Join us for this informative program that provides a step-by-step guide for using this timeframe to give your client a head start toward winning on appeal.

Illinois Supreme Court Reinforces Service of Summons Allowable via Social Media, Text and Email

Posted on April 24, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

Chief Justice Mary Jane Theis and the Illinois Supreme Court announced today amendments to Supreme Court Rule 102 which provide for the electronic service of summons and complaints in civil proceedings in recognition of society’s increased use of electronic methods to communicate.