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  • April 1, 2019 | Practice News
    Illinois Supreme Court Amends Rule 274
    The Illinois Supreme Court on March 29 announced the amendment of Rule 274that pertains to multiple final orders and postjudgment motions. The amended rule states: “A party may make only one postjudgment motion directed at a judgment order that is otherwise final and appealable. The motion must be filed either within 30 days of that judgment order or within the time allowed by any extensions.” (New language bolded.)
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    April 1, 2019 | ISBA News
    YLD Yoga & Brunch
    The ISBA Young Lawyers Division hosted a yoga and brunch event on Saturday, March 30 at the Chicago Regional Office.
  • April 1, 2019 | Practice News
    Two Cook County Circuit Court Judicial Vacancies Announced
    Applications are now being accepted for judicial vacancies in the Tenth and Eighth Subcircuits of Cook County, according to an announcement made by the Illinois Supreme Court. The vacancy of the Tenth Subcircuit judicial position was created by the retirement of Judge Thomas Allen. The vacancy of the Eighth Subcircuit judicial position was created by the retirement of Judge John Fleming.
  • March 28, 2019 | CLE
    CLE: Make Every Day Law Day—Family Law Basics
    You’ve been there: You mention you’re an attorney to a new acquaintance and suddenly you’re peppered with child custody and visitation questions. Don’t miss this live webinar on April 18 that’s designed to give attorneys who don’t practice in the family law arena a primer on parental responsibilities, parenting time, and child support. Learn the basics of family law and get a toolbox of go-to resources for help. Discover how you can put your newfound knowledge to immediate use—and for the greater good of the public—with pro bono opportunities.
  • March 27, 2019 | Practice News
    Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Pretrial Practices Releases Preliminary Report
    The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Pretrial Practices released its preliminary report concerning pretrial reform in the Illinois criminal justice system today. A final report with recommendations regarding the administration of pretrial justice in Illinois will be released in December. The commission also announced that public hearings regarding pretrial justice will be held throughout the state in the coming months.
  • March 27, 2019 | ISBA News
    Voting Underway in 2019 ISBA Election
    Voting is now underway in the 2019 ISBA Election. ISBA's election provider Election America emailed e-ballots to members with valid email addresses and mailed paper ballots to members without valid email addresses today, Wednesday, March 27. The deadline for voting is Tuesday, April 30, 2019 at 4:30 p.m.  Only attorney members who have paid their dues by March 1, 2019 are eligible to vote. 
  • March 27, 2019 | Practice News
    Best Practice Tips: Hiring Lawyers Who are Children of Law Firm Partners
    Asked and Answered  By John W. Olmstead, MBA, Ph.D, CMC Q. I am an associate attorney in a nine-attorney firm in Orlando, Florida. There are five partners and four associates in the firm. I have been with the firm for four years and I am the senior associate. I am concerned about my future. Recently one of the partners announced that he was bringing his son, who recently graduated from law school, into the firm as an associate. Other partners have children in law school. I have hopes of becoming a partner in the firm in the next few years. I am afraid that with partners’ children in the firm, this may not happen. What are your thoughts on this matter?
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    March 26, 2019 | ISBA News
    ISBA YLD's Free Pizza Lunch
    The Illinois State Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division hosted a free lunch and learn on Tuesday, March 26 at the Chicago Regional Office. Panelists included ISBA Third Vice President Anna Krolikowska, ISBA Board of Governors Members Bridget Duignan and Daniel Saeedi, Karen VanderMeer, Kelly Bennett, and Judy Conway. Topics included networking, how to attract clients, how to make the most of networking, and expanding business opportunities.  
  • March 26, 2019 | Practice News
    Quick Takes for Your Practice: Five Things Lawyers Can Do to Improve Their Social Media Presence
    Attorney Marie Sarantakis discusses five things lawyers can do to improve their social media presence. Tips include creating shareable content, posting early and often, asking for reviews, taking advantage of existing networks, and finding what works for you.  
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  • March 25, 2019 | Practice News
    Defusing the Courtroom
    In a profession that requires people to argue all day, in an era when arguing easily turns to shouting, it’s time for some self-reflection. April’s Illinois Bar Journal asks judges throughout the state and at all levels whether we’re all doing enough to keep calm. It turns out things aren’t all that bad, even if we can always do better.