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Current Newsletter — August 2026
- Reflections of a Judicial Extern
- Recent Appointments and Retirements
- Are Civil Petitions for Rule to Show Cause Filed in Domestic Relations Matters Pleadings or Motions?
- Legislation, Litigation, and Looking Ahead: Discussing Internet Usage Trends and How to Protect the Privacy of Minors and Prevent Their Exploitation
- Editor’s Note: Register for the Solo & Small Firm Conference
- 2026 Annual Meeting Photos
Upcoming CLE
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September 9Online
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September 10Chicago
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September 29Online
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October 2 to October 3Nashville, TN
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October 12Online
Video
Watch Judge's Dissolution of Marriage Boot Camp, a video for the public produced by the Bench and Bar Section Council featuring Al Durkin, Hon. Stacy L. Campbell, and Hon. Rossana Fernandez.
Tools and Resources
- Bench & Bar discussion group is available to section members via the Bench & Bar community in ISBA Central
- The Bench & Bar Section directory is available to all ISBA members
- Useful links
- Resources for Judicial Candidates
- Courtroom 21 Project
- Report and Recommendations of the ISBA’s Special Committee on Judicial Disqualification Standards
Leadership
