Federal Civil Practice

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The mission of ISBA Federal Civil Practice Section

  • to enhance knowledge and professional capabilities of lawyers who practice civil law in the United States District Courts in Illinois;
  • to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas among and between practitioners and federal judges;
  • to review and make recommendations concerning federal legislation and proposed changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and federal district court rules that affect federal civil practice;
  • to promote communication through seminars and newsletters.

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    Civil Procedure  |  N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
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  • Federal 7th Circuit / Civil

    Civil Procedure  |  N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
    Kondilis v. City of Chicago, No. 24-2029 (December 2, 2025) (KOLAR) Affirmed.

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    Sanctions  |  N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
    Girard v. Girard, No. 24-1854 (November 25, 2025) (SYKES) Motion granted.

  • Federal 7th Circuit / Civil

    Federal Jurisdiction  |  N.D. Ill., Eastern Div.
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