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. 

Get the updates you need as we explore important workers’ compensation issues that may impact your clients.

 The Illinois Supreme Court will hold oral arguments via the Zoom videoconference platform when it hears two cases on January 18. The court will hear arguments in MB Financial Bank, N.A., etc., et al. v. Tim Brophy, etc. et al. and William Walton v. Roosevelt University. This is being done out of an abundance of caution due to a few positive COVID cases among support staff. 

The Illinois Supreme Court announced the filing of lawyer disciplinary orders on January 17, 2023. Sanctions were imposed because the lawyers engaged in professional misconduct by violating state ethics law.

Don’t miss this full-day seminar that offers practical advice on the federal tax law changes and updates that may impact your clients in the coming year.

The ISBA Standing Committee on Women & the Law will be holding two events to commemorate International Women's Day and Women's History Month. 

First, a panel discussion will be held on March 8 from 3:00-4:00 pm via Zoom.  Registration is free, but required. Register for the panel discussion via Zoom.