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Billie Constant Receives Chair Certificate of Appreciation Law Related Education for the Public, March 2024 Judge O’Gara recently presented Billie Constant with the 2022-2023 Chair Certificate of Appreciation.
A Preferred Path to a Profession as a Legal Practitioner By Daniel A. Silver, J.D. Law Related Education for the Public, November 2023 A perspective on the preferred path from high school to the substantially wide array of career choices in the legal field.
Redlining in Florida By Madonna T. Lechner Law Related Education for the Public, November 2023 Redlining is an illegal practice in which lenders avoid providing credit services to individuals living in or seeking to live in, communities of color because of the race, color, or national origin of the residents in those communities.
Preferential Treatment at Harvard By Madonna T. Lechner Law Related Education for the Public, August 2023 In July 2023, the Chica Project, African Community Economic Development of New England, and Greater Boston Latino Network filed a complaint  with the U.S. Department of Education alleging that Harvard University violated Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Why I Chose to Take a Gap Year Before Law School By Isabella Provinzino Law Related Education for the Public, August 2023 A look at the benefits of taking a gap year between college and law school.
A Reflection on Life Before and After the Advent of Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 By Madonna T. Lechner Law Related Education for the Public, January 2023 A member's reflections on life before and after Title IX was signed into law.
Class Dismissed: University Professor Fired Over Claims of Harsh Grading By Brittany Shaw Law Related Education for the Public, October 2022 Recently, an 84-year-old college professor was fired after more than 80 of his 350 students signed a petition alleging that the number of withdrawals from the course was indicative of a failure by the university’s chemistry department to provide them with the tools and resources necessary to succeed.
A Look into Legal Mutualism: The Loyola Law Federal Tax Clinic By Amanda Hovde Law Related Education for the Public, October 2022 A look at how law school tax clinics can assist the public with federal tax issues.
In the Company of Attorneys: Alternative Careers in the Legal Profession By Madonna T. Lechner Law Related Education for the Public, September 2022 A look at careers that are closely aligned with the legal field.
You Have the Right to Remain Silent, But Not to Sue By Brittany Shaw Law Related Education for the Public, July 2022 A look at the U.S. Supreme Court's recently ruling in Vega v. Tekoh.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022: A Different Perspective on the ‘Legacy’ of MLK Jr. From Civil Rights Attorney Vernon Jordan By Sharon L. Eiseman Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, May 2022 While it is important to honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his accomplishments and celebrate his storied career as a civil rights activist, we must continue to work to keep his dream alive.
Boy Scout Merit Badges: What They Are, How to Get Them, and How to Give Them By Melissa Olivero Law Related Education for the Public, April 2022 Looking for a way to share your passion for the law and civics education with the leaders of tomorrow? You can volunteer as a merit badge counselor with the Boy Scouts of America.
How the Illinois CROWN Act, If Passed, Can Protect Employees and Students From Race-Based Hair Discrimination By Sharon L. Eiseman Law Related Education for the Public, April 2022 If the CROWN Act is passed in Illinois, the state will join a growing number of states banning natural hair discrimination.
Civics Education Continues During Year Two of the Pandemic By Judge Michael Chmiel Law Related Education for the Public, December 2021 An overview of the Law Related Education Committee's efforts to expand opportunities to educate the public about civics.
Criminal Records Relief By Brittany Shaw Law Related Education for the Public, December 2021 An overview of the options available to individuals in Illinois seeking relief from the burden of a criminal record.
Judicial/Legal Outreach By Judge Ann Breen-Greco Women and the Law, December 2021 Connecting with youths who are interested in learning more about the legal profession can be one of the most gratifying aspects of the profession.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2022: A Different Perspective on the ‘Legacy’ of MLK Jr. From Civil Rights Attorney Vernon Jordan By Sharon L. Eiseman Law Related Education for the Public, December 2021 While it is important to honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his accomplishments and celebrate his storied career as a civil rights activist, we must continue to work to keep his dream alive.
‘[BLEEP] School…’ By Judge Justin Hansen & Judge Jennifer Johnson Law Related Education for the Public, September 2021 A recent U.S. Supreme Court case has proven to be a great vehicle to explain how a fundamental principle of our government and our judiciary affects students and community members.
Local Government Administrative Hearings: What Are They, How Do They Operate, and Does Your Community Have Such a Process? By Jeffrey D. Greenspan Law Related Education for the Public, September 2021 An overview of local government administrative hearings.
What I Have Learned About Myself During the Pandemic Shutdown Through Communication With Family, Friends, Neighbors, & Strangers By Sharon L. Eiseman Law Related Education for the Public, September 2021 Reflections from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The 2021 Annual ‘Women Everywhere’ Education Day Courtroom Tours for High School Students Were a Virtual & Real Success By Sharon L. Eiseman Law Related Education for the Public, July 2021 An overview of the Women Everywhere Education Day courtroom tours.
‘[BLEEP] School…’ By Judge Justin Hansen & Judge Jennifer Johnson Law Related Education for the Public, July 2021 A recent U.S. Supreme Court case has proven to be a great vehicle to explain how a fundamental principle of our government and our judiciary affects students and community members.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A Different Perspective on the ‘Legacy’ of MLK Jr. From Civil Rights Attorney Vernon Jordan By Sharon L. Eiseman Law Related Education for the Public, January 2021 While it is important to honor Martin Luther King Jr. for his accomplishments and celebrate his storied career as a civil rights activist, we must continue to work to keep his dream alive.
New and Not-So-New January Holidays By Sandra Sweeney Law Related Education for the Public, January 2021 A list of January holidays you may consider celebrating in 2021.
Life as a Rural Public Defender By Christine Zeman Law Related Education for the Public, November 2020 Reflections from a public defender in a rural Illinois county.
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What Is the Electoral College and What Does It Do? By Nancy Easum Law Related Education for the Public, November 2020 A look at the history and function of the U.S. Electoral College.
Expungement Summits Provide a Free Path to Erase or Seal One’s Criminal Record By Christine Zeman Law Related Education for the Public, June 2020 A look at the Expungement and Record Sealing Summit that was held on October 19, 2019.
ISBA Civics Education Awards 2020 By Judge Michael Chmiel Law Related Education for the Public, June 2020 A spotlight on the recipients of the 2020 ISBA Civics Education Award.
What Is the Electoral College and What Does It Do? By Nancy Easum Law Related Education for the Public, June 2020 A look at the history and function of the U.S. Electoral College.
What Is the Electoral College and What Does It Do? By Nancy Easum Senior Lawyers, June 2020 A look at the history and function of the U.S. Electoral College.
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