Message from the ChairBy Lynne R. OstfeldInternational and Immigration Law, January 2015A message from Section Chair Lynne Ostfeld.
A message from the Chair…By Tracy S. DaltonTrusts and Estates, September 2015A message from Section Chair Tracy Dalton.
A message from the EditorBy Adam B. WhitemanReal Estate Law, May 2015A personal invitation from Editor Adam Whiteman to join your fellow Real Estate Section members for the upcoming program, "Residential Real Estate Transactions from Listing through Closing" on May 7th in Lombard.
A message from the EditorBy Adam B. WhitemanReal Estate Law, April 2015A personal invitation from Editor Adam Whiteman to join your fellow Real Estate Section members for the upcoming program, "Residential Real Estate Transactions from Listing through Closing" on May 7th in Lombard.
Michigan enacts Uniform Collaborative Law ActBy Jonathon KingzetteAlternative Dispute Resolution, May 2015Michigan Governor Rick Snyder signed the Uniform Collaborative Law Act into law in June 2014 and it took effect starting in December, making Michigan the 10th state in the country to enact the legislation.
Model Illinois GovernmentBy Hon. Edward J. Schoenbaum, Jr.Law Related Education for the Public, June 2015This spring nearly 300 students participated in the Model Illinois Government simulation, and gained more experience in a weekend than they could have in a semester of classes.
A modest proposal for a better rule 30(b)(6) depositionBy Hon. Iain D. JohnstonFederal Civil Practice, June 2015The next time “your friend” encounters this type of distasteful circumstance, consider the advice in this article.
Monitoring your USA property while living abroadBy Karen A. YarbroughInternational and Immigration Law, March 2015An overview of the Cook County Recorder of Deeds’ Free Property Fraud Alert system.
Mortgagees beware: Rents and profits ruleBy R. Stephen ScottCorporate Law Departments, December 2015With defaults continuing on commercial property mortgage notes in many sectors of the United States, it is worth reminding mortgagees and loan servicers that the “Rents and Profits Rule” continues in effect in Illinois.
Mortgagors and mortgagees in the pleading gameBy Michael J. MaslankaReal Estate Law, December 2015Must a loan modification agreement must be attached to and pled in a foreclosure complaint?
Movement to raise the age of juvenile court to 21By Elizabeth E. ClarkeChild Law, December 2015A new report, introduced by U.S. Assistant Attorney General Karol Mason, the report, Community-Based Responses to Justice Involved Young Adults, recommends raising the age of juvenile court to 21.
“Mr. Turner” and the issue of rapeBy Alexandra MartinezWomen and the Law, February 2015The author shares her thoughts on the film "Mr. Turner and the issues it raises about rape and consent.
My former client called and wants his file—What do I have to give him?By Joseph HarvathLaw Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, September 2015The question of whether a client is entitled to receive his or her file relating to the representation by an attorney is a fact specific question, depending on the types of documents sought, whether the attorney has a lien on the property, and whether the attorney should exercise the lien.
Myths about the ERA debunkedBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, November 2015Common questions regarding the Equal Rights Amendment and a discussion of the recent efforts to restart the ratification process.
Navigating the choppy waters of foreign trade—Chraca v. U.S. Battery Manufacturing CompanyBy Hon. Daniel T. Gillespie & Aaron McKerryCivil Practice and Procedure, March 2015In this recent case, the appellate court held that, under section 2-621, subsection (b)(3) of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure (735 ILCS 5/2-621(b)(3)), a plaintiff is entitled to reinstate an action against a product distributor where he can show the product manufacturer is not subject to the personal jurisdiction of the court.
The need for pro bono & how you can helpBy Michael G. Bergmann & Karen MunozElder Law, December 2015In 2003, low-income Illinoisans attempted to resolve approximately 875,000 legal problems on their own. Given the challenging economic times and the significant cuts in federal and state funding to legal aid since 2003, there is little doubt that these problems have been exacerbated rather than reduced.
The need for pro bono & how you can helpBy Michael G. Bergmann & Karen MunozCommercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy, December 2015In 2003, low-income Illinoisans attempted to resolve approximately 875,000 legal problems on their own. Given the challenging economic times and the significant cuts in federal and state funding to legal aid since 2003, there is little doubt that these problems have been exacerbated rather than reduced.
The need for pro bono & how you can helpBy Michael G. Bergmann & Karen MunozReal Estate Law, November 2015In 2003, low-income Illinoisans attempted to resolve approximately 875,000 legal problems on their own. Given the challenging economic times and the significant cuts in federal and state funding to legal aid since 2003, there is little doubt that these problems have been exacerbated rather than reduced.
The need for pro bono and how you can helpBy Michael G. Bergmann & Karen MunozChild Law, December 2015In 2003, low-income Illinoisans attempted to resolve approximately 875,000 legal problems on their own. Given the challenging economic times and the significant cuts in federal and state funding to legal aid since 2003, there is little doubt that these problems have been exacerbated rather than reduced.
Negotiation hooksBy Iryna SokhatskaYoung Lawyers Division, December 2015Some rules and techniques to remember to achieve your desired outcome.
Networking DOs and DON’TsBy Natali Marquez-PonceYoung Lawyers Division, December 2015Follow these guidelines to ensure you make a good impression.
The new and improved UFADAABy Patrick D. OwensTrusts and Estates, August 2015A primer on the Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act.
New business opportunities in CubaBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, January 2015Many foreign investors are taking advantage of the friendlier business climate in Cuba.
New Class 7c tax incentive provides opportunities for newly constructed or vacant commercial propertiesBy Kevin FanningState and Local Taxation, May 2015The newly minted 7c classification was created with an eye towards grocery stores and food deserts, but its broad-ranging eligibility requirements provides strong potential for other commercial properties throughout Cook County looking to expand or rehabilitate.
