2026 Traffic Case Law and Legislative Update
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
Presented by the ISBA Traffic Laws & Courts Section
Live Webcast
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 12:05 p.m.
1.0 hour MCLE credit
ISBA Opposes Proposed Legislation Allowing Non-Attorneys To Do Property Tax Appeals
The Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) oposes recently introduced S.B. 2964 and H.B. 4931, both of which would allow non-attorneys to do property tax appeals. The enactment of these bills would violate the Illinois Supreme Court's decision in In re Yamaguchi, 118 Ill. 2d 417 (1987), which found that real estate tax appeals constitute the practice of law.
Open Role for Internal Investigations Manager/Staff Attorney at DCFS
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is accepting applications for one staff attorney position.
Illinois Supreme Court To Hold Oral Arguments at Western Illinois University on March 11
Western Illinois University will host the 2026 installment of the Illinois Supreme Court’s Riding the Circuit program as justices hear oral arguments in two cases on Wednesday, March 11, beginning at 10 a.m., in the University Union Grand Ballroom.
“We are thrilled to welcome the Illinois Supreme Court to our campus for this incredible event,” Interim Executive Director of Advancement and Alumni Relations Amy Crosby said. “The day will provide an unparalleled opportunity for local students and the WIU community to experience the judicial process in action.”