In just two weeks, the Commission will host its annual Future Is Now: Legal Services conference, showcasing key issues at the forefront of legal professionalism.
If you are one of the more than 600 lawyers already registered for the virtual conference, we look forward to engaging with you on Thursday, April 24.
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Professionalism Spotlight: Diana M. Law, Law Hesselbaum LLP
By 2civility
Our Professionalism Spotlight series highlights Illinois legal professionals who demonstrate in their careers the ideals of professionalism and a commitment to equitable, efficient, and effective justice.
In this Professionalism Spotlight, we spoke to Diana M. Law, a Partner at Law Hesselbaum LLP in Aurora, Ill. Diana has concentrated her career in estate planning, guardianship, and…
How Generations Show Up Differently in Legal Workplaces
Imagine this scenario: Margaret, a seasoned lawyer with 35 years of experience, is assigned to co-lead a litigation case with a younger associate named Alex, who recently passed the bar.
During a strategy meeting, Margaret suggests conducting in-person depositions and client meetings. She values detailed research memos and prefers printed case files for review. On…
Understanding How Vicarious Trauma Impacts Lawyers
As an attorney, how often do you think about how a case impacts you mentally and emotionally? Do you take time to move beyond the outcome to consider how you may have internalized all that happened during the case?
From my experience, lawyers are focused on their clients and don’t often see the traumatic…
East Central Illinois Women Attorneys Association President Shares Advice for Women Lawyers
Women’s History Month is an opportunity to celebrate the contributions and achievements of women throughout U.S. history. Each year during March, bar associations and other legal organizations across the state honor Women’s History Month by recognizing the important work of women lawyers, who make up 40% of the Illinois legal profession.
During Women’s History Month,…
CBA President Draws on Childhood to Fight Domestic Violence
By Laura Bagby
Discuss GenAI Opportunities and Ethical Concerns with Fellow Lawyers at the Future Is Now Conference
Count the legal profession among those industries on the brink of a technological revolution, thanks to generative AI (GenAI).
Legal services provider Clio reports that 79% of lawyers are using AI and roughly three-quarters of hourly billable tasks have the potential to be automated by AI.
Last year, the Illinois Supreme Court announced a…
Access to Justice Commission Requests Public Feedback on New Complaint or Petition Form Set
By 2civility
The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice requests public comment on a new Complaint or Petition form set. The public comment period lasts until Thursday, April 3, 2025.
Public feedback can be provided on the Illinois Courts’ website or emailed to forms@illinoiscourts.gov.
The form titles include:
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Illinois Supreme Court Requests Public Comments on Proposed Rule Changes Related to Bar Admissions, Appellate Processes
By Marin McCall
The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee is accepting public comments on six proposals that will be discussed at an upcoming public hearing. Four of the proposals relate to bar admissions, and two proposals relate to the administrative process in the appellate courts.
A public hearing about all proposed changes is scheduled for 10 a.m. on…
Erika Harold Presents Lewis H. Gold ’62 Lecture on Ethics & Professional Responsibility at Villanova Law
By 2civility
Erika Harold speaking at the Lewis H. Gold ’62 Lecture on Ethics & Professional Responsibility at Villanova Law (Photo credit: Villanova Law)
Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism Executive Director Erika Harold was selected to present the 2025 Lewis H. Gold ’62 Lecture on Ethics & Professional Responsibility at Villanova University Charles Widger School of…