Holiday Planning for FamiliesBy Erin Wilson & Juliana BrannanFamily Law, November 2025Get ahead of the holiday stress and be proactive with your clients regarding holiday schedules. Many families may be adjusting to a new normal this holiday season, and it is important that family law attorneys ensure this transition is as smooth as possible for clients.
How To Deal With Difficult Personalities as a GALBy Erin Wilson, Juliana Brannan, & Emily RuweFamily Law, July 2025When a Guardian ad Litem ("GAL") is appointed on a case, they must interact with many individuals to conduct a thorough investigation. This can involve having difficult conversations with individuals who are experiencing significant emotional distress, conflict, or just general challenges.
Homeschooling in IllinoisBy Erin Wilson & Juliana BrannanFamily Law, June 2025Illinois public schools educate thousands of children each day. These schools are directly regulated and reviewed by the state, the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). However, many homeschooled children's education slips through the cracks in Illinois. Most states have some type of regulations and monitoring in place, yet Illinois is in the minority with the fewest regulations and no monitoring regarding homeschooling.
Parenting Coordinators and Rule 909By Anna Aguilar & Erin WilsonChild Law, June 2024As defined by Illinois Supreme Court Rule 909(b), a parenting coordinator is for coparents who are unable or unwilling to cooperate in making parenting decisions, communicate effectively with regards to issues involving their children, implement and comply with parenting agreements and orders, or shield their children from the impact of parental conflict.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, May 2024A note from the outgoing chair reflecting on some of the Standing Committee on Women and the Law's initiatives.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, March 2024A note from the chair.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, December 2023A note from the chair.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, September 2023A note from the chair.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade OverturnBy Tessa Richards & Erin WilsonDiversity Leadership Council, June 2023A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, April 2023A note from the chair.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, February 2023A note from the chair.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, November 2022A note from the chair.
Chair’s ColumnBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, September 2022A note from the chair.
Impacts of Roe v. Wade OverturnBy Tessa Richards & Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, September 2022A look at the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.
Judge Kentanji Brown Jackson Joins the United States Supreme CourtBy Tessa Richards & Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, September 2022Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson was nominated to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court by President Biden on February 25, 2022, and confirmed by the Senate on April 7.
Amendments to 750 ILCS 5/607.6By Erin Wilson & Paige ZilinskasChild Law, May 2022On August 13, 2021, section 607.6 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act, which addresses court-ordered therapy, was amended by House Bill 2741.
RelocationBy Erin WilsonFamily Law, April 2020In In Re Marriage of Collingbourne, the Illinois Supreme Court further developed the five factors to balance in removal cases set forth in In re Marriage of Eckert.
Mixology EventBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, November 2019An overview and photo of the Women & the Law Committee's mixology kick-off event.
Kristen Prinz’s 10-Year Firm AnniversaryBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, September 2019A Q-&-A interview with Kristen Prinz, whose firm recently celebrated its tenth anniversary.
WATL August spa outingBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, October 2018The Women and the Law Committee hosted a unique networking event after a recent meeting.
Using your voiceBy Erin WilsonYoung Lawyers Division, April 2017As lawyers, we have a unique ability to use our education, voice, and reputation for the better.
Using your voiceBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, February 2017As lawyers, we have a unique ability to use our education, voice, and reputation for the better.
Balancing the ScalesBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, June 2016The first installment of a regular new column addressing work-life balance.
How to use LinkedIn to its maximum potentialBy Erin Wilson & Marie K. SarantakisYoung Lawyers Division, December 2015Some insider tips for maximizing your professional profile.
Spotlight interview with Judge LozaBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, November 2015Learn more about Judge Loza, supervising judge of the Child Support Division in Cook County.
YLD’s wine tasting event a success!By Erin Wilson & Sarah MoraviaYoung Lawyers Division, April 2015The Illinois State Bar Association’s Young Lawyer’s Division recently hosted its first—and hopefully annual—Wine Tasting Event at the ISBA offices.
Spotlight on Kristen PrinzBy Erin WilsonWomen and the Law, July 2014An interview with Committee member Kristen Prinz, an employment lawyer and owner of Prinz Law Firm.
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