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The role of Congress in the regulation of all paid tax return preparers By James Creech Federal Taxation, May 2013 The author argues that regulating all paid tax return preparers will benefit both taxpayers and the government.
RSI publishes study on foreclosure mediation and provides suggestions for improvement By Casey Harter Alternative Dispute Resolution, May 2013 Although a number of different goals exist when it comes to foreclosure mediation, a common problem is that most programs aren’t tracking whether these goals are being achieved.
Rule changes clarify judges’ ability to be speakers or guests of honor at fundraising events By Steven P. Pflaum & Katherine Getz Bench and Bar, May 2013 The Supreme Court’s recent revisions to the Code of Judicial Conduct have provided much-needed guidance regarding both judges’ ability to participate in, and the permissible publicity for,  fundraising events.
S. Bill 744: Benefits & limitations for foreign national entrepreneurs By Himani Bhardwaj & Tejas Shah International and Immigration Law, September 2013 While current immigration laws include options for entrepreneurs and/or investors through the E-2 visa and the EB-5 permanent residency program, U.S. Senate Bill 744, which recently passed the U.S. Senate, significantly decreases barriers for the founders of new businesses seeking immigration status in the U.S.
Sales and excise tax legislation State and Local Taxation, December 2013 Recent legislation of interest.
Save the Date!!! From Myra Bradwell to Us: Rise Up and Reach Back Women and the Law, December 2013 Be sure to mark your calendar for this important event!
Save the Date: YLD’s 5th Annual Soiree coming in April By Gina Rossi Young Lawyers Division, February 2013 Mark your calendar now so you don't miss out on this popular event!
Save the Date—March 6, 2013 Senior Lawyers, February 2013 Reserve your seat now for the upcoming program, "Taking Charge of Your Retirement."
SEC v. A Chicago Convention Center, et al.: A brief introduction By Peter Y. Qiu International and Immigration Law, June 2013 According to a three-count complaint filed by the SEC, the defendants allegedly committed fraud or otherwise made untrue or misleading statements to approximately 261 Chinese investors in the course of soliciting their business in violation of §17(a) of the Securities Act of 1933 and § 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
The Section Council’s focus on “mean seeds” By David H. Hopkins Animal Law, October 2013 The Animal Law Section Council resolved in June to explore with appropriate Illinois officials the ultimate question presented by a recent study: Should the “mean seeds” species be banned from future Conservation Reserve Progarm plantings in Illinois?
SENATE BILLS—Criminal, Juvenile & Traffic By Steve Baker Criminal Justice, January 2013 Recent legislation of interest to criminal law practitioners.
SENATE BILLS—Criminal, Traffic & Juvenile from the 98th General Assembly By Steve Baker Criminal Justice, December 2013 Recent legislation of interest to criminal law practitioners.
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Senior lawyers: Paying it forward By Leonard F. Amari Senior Lawyers, June 2013 The author shares his thoughts on the value of mentoring younger attorneys.
Service by e-mail approved by the Illinois Supreme Court By J.A. Sebastian Administrative Law, February 2013 Effective January 1, 2013, Supreme Court Rules 11, 12, and 131 were amended.
Service by e-mail approved by the Illinois Supreme Court By J.A. Sebastian Bench and Bar, February 2013 Effective January 1, 2013, Supreme Court Rules 11, 12, and 131 were amended.
Setting up in Flanders—Part 4 By Ian Robberechts International and Immigration Law, February 2013 Some points for a foreign investor to consider when starting commercial operations in Belgium.
Seven mistakes expert witnesses make By Thomas M. McCauley Civil Practice and Procedure, August 2013 In determining the facts in their areas of expertise, expert witnesses must guard against making the following seven mistakes.
Seventh Circuit addresses trademark confusion in movie title By Steve Mandell, Steven L. Baron, & Elizabeth Morris Intellectual Property, June 2013 The Seventh Circuit recently affirmed a Northern District of Illinois court’s dismissal of a trademark case where a movie title allegedly infringed upon the name of a musical group.
Shareholder disputes: What is the appropriate standard of value? By Brian R. Potter Business and Securities Law, May 2013 Shareholder and partner disputes can arise for a variety of reasons. Parties to these disputes should be cognizant of the nuances that may be involved in the valuation of interests in closely held businesses in such matters, including the appropriate standard of value to be applied.
Sharing fees, ownership of law firms with non-lawyers By Richard L. Thies Senior Lawyers, February 2013 An example of how the ISBA has been influential in defeating proposals from within and outside the profession that would have a damaging effect on the public and the profession.
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The shoe-string law firm By Charles G. Wentworth Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, April 2013 Opening an office takes at least as much—if not more—business experience as it does legal knowledge, and lawyers have to be both smart and creative about how they spend their money and time when building a practice on a shoe-string budget.
Significant amendments to Rule 45 of the Federal Rules Of Civil Procedure are in effect as of December 1, 2013 By Patricia S. Smart Federal Civil Practice, December 2013 The amendments create significant changes to federal subpoena practice.
Six tips for assisting the commercial driver with a traffic ticket By Jeremy J. Richey Traffic Laws and Courts, March 2013 Some helpful advice for the practitioner to consider when accepting the commercial driver as a client.
Slovinski and Lawlor: An examination of remittitur when punitive damages exceed compensatory damages By Matthew J. Adair Tort Law, June 2013 The author takes a look at the cases of Slovinski v. Elliot and Lawlor v. North American, the Court’s two most recent opinions addressing remittitur of punitive damages, and explains why the Court reduced punitive awards in each case to an amount equal to the compensatory damages awarded.
Snowbirds fly free of Illinois tax By Steven E. Siebers & Emily Schuering Jones Elder Law, September 2013 In a surprisingly taxpayer-friendly decision, Cain v. Hamer provides a judicial road map for Illinois residents who spend a portion of the year out of state.
Snowbirds fly free of Illinois tax By Steven E. Siebers & Emily Schuering Jones Agricultural Law, March 2013 In a surprisingly taxpayer-friendly decision, Cain v. Hamer provides a judicial road map for Illinois residents who spend a portion of the year out of state.
Snowbirds fly free of Illinois tax By Steven E. Siebers & Emily Schuering Jones Trusts and Estates, February 2013 In a surprisingly taxpayer-friendly decision, Cain v. Hamer provides a judicial road map for Illinois residents who spend a portion of the year out of state.
So you want to go into the insurance business? Really???? By Geoff Bryce Construction Law, October 2013 A look at what happens if no insurance is provided, or if the insurance provided does not match what is required by the construction contract.
Social media and employer liability under the NLRA By Michael K. Chropowicz Labor and Employment Law, March 2013 Over the past year, the National Labor Relations Board has provided some degree of guidance on application of the National Labor Relations Act to employer social media policies. This brief article illustrates the Board’s position, giving management and their counsel notice of the types of policies that will be found unlawful.
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Social security safari By Loren S. Golden Senior Lawyers, June 2013 Some advice for navigating social security applications.