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General Assembly in Veto Session Modifies Local ROT Again By Stanley R. Kaminski State and Local Taxation, December 2019 An overview of the changes to the Retailers Occupation Tax that will take effect on Jan. 1, 2021.
The Germanic system of justice: Learning about an approach focused on human dignity By Elizabeth Clarke International and Immigration Law, July 2019 An overview of Germany's approach to juvenile justice and how it compares to Illinois'.
The Germanic system of justice: Learning about an approach focused on human dignity By Elizabeth Clarke Child Law, April 2019 An overview of Germany's approach to juvenile justice and how it compares to Illinois'.
Get to know the appellate court justices of the Workers’ Compensation Commission Division By Richard D. Hannigan Workers’ Compensation Law, April 2019 Biographies of Justice Thomas Hoffman and Hon. Donald C. Hudson.
Getting ‘put on papers:’ The case against informal support arrangements By Sherlyn Smith Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, January 2019 Despite the frustrations and inadequacies of the legally enforceable child support system, there are several substantial drawbacks to informal child support arrangements.
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Getting to Know Jennifer Luczkowiak By Margie Komes Putzler Women and the Law, September 2019 A spotlight on Jennifer Luczkowiak, including her career path, biggest influences, and best advice to new lawyers.
Getting to know Maria M. L. Schwartz By Kelly R. Giraudo Women and the Law, June 2019 A spotlight on Maria M. L. Schwartz, a new member of the Standing Committee on Women and the Law.
Good news column Women and the Law, April 2019 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Good news column Women and the Law, February 2019 Uplifting updates from various members of the Standing Committee on Women & the Law.
Google ends mandatory arbitration in response to employee discord By Samantha Hasiewicz Alternative Dispute Resolution, May 2019 In November, 20,000 Google employees walked out in protest to draw attention to how the company handles sexual misconduct claims.
Google Reviews: How Many Reviews Does Your Law Firm Need and Why Are They Important? By Barry Zlotowicz Law Office Management and Economics, Standing Committee on, September 2019 A discussion on the important of Google reviews for law firms.
Government IRAs: An introduction to myRA and Illinois Secure Choice Savings Program By Laura L. Pautz Employee Benefits, July 2019 Recently, both the federal and Illinois governments created new retirement savings programs to address the needs of individuals without access to employer-sponsored retirement savings plans.
Governor’s Pritzker’s commission appointments By Richard D. Hannigan Workers’ Compensation Law, April 2019 Recent appointments to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission.
Grantor Trust Administration in Illinois: A Primer (Part 1) By Colleen L. Sahlas Trusts and Estates, May 2019 What to do when you represent the successor trustee of a grantor trust and the grantor has passed away, resigned, or been declared disabled for purposes of acting as trustee.
Grantor Trust Administration in Illinois: A Primer (Part 2) By Colleen L. Sahlas Trusts and Estates, June 2019 The second part of a three-part series outlining the role and duties of the acting successor trustee in Illinois trust administration of a self-declaration of trust where the grantor/settlor has become disabled or is deceased.
Grantor Trust Administration in Illinois: A Primer (Part 3) By Colleen L. Sahlas & Emily Vivian Trusts and Estates, July 2019 The third part of a three-part series outlining the role and duties of the acting successor trustee in Illinois trust administration of a self-declaration of trust where the grantor/settlor has become disabled or is deceased.
The Great Lakes Legacy Act: History and implementation 2002-2018 By Emma Geiger Environmental Law, March 2019 The history and implementation of the Great Lakes Legacy Act over the past 16 years, from its inception to present day.
Guide to Collecting Personal Information Under the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 By Donata Kalnenaite Corporate Law Departments, November 2019 A guide to help attorneys understand how their clients can collect the personal information of Client consumers through their websites while remaining in compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act.
Happenings Alternative Dispute Resolution, December 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happenings Alternative Dispute Resolution, October 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happenings Alternative Dispute Resolution, August 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happenings By Raine Odom Alternative Dispute Resolution, July 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happenings By Raine Odom & Reagan Quynn Alternative Dispute Resolution, May 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happenings By Raine Odom Alternative Dispute Resolution, April 2019 Recent ADR events and updates from around the country.
Happy March, and almost spring! (Hopefully.) By Heather Hurst Family Law, March 2019 A word about the 2019 ISBA Election from the chair, Heather Hurst.
Has Missouri v. McNeely Been Overruled by Mitchell v. Wisconsin? By Larry A. Davis Traffic Laws and Courts, August 2019 In Mitchell v. Wisconsin, the U.S. Supreme Court held that a Wisconsin statute providing for a warrantless blood draw from an unconscious DUI suspect is always constitutional, except in the rarest of circumstances, pursuant to the “exigent circumstances” exception to the Fourth Amendment’s warrant requirement.
Health and wellness for a new lawyer: A challenge to build healthy habits By Samantha Dudzinski Young Lawyers Division, February 2019 Ten small challenges to help the new lawyer develop healthy habits.
Hello Dubai By Hon. Patrick J. Leston, (ret.) Bench and Bar, March 2019 Hon. Patrick J. Leston's account of his recent trip to Dubai.
Hello Dubai By Hon. Patrick J. Leston, (ret.) Senior Lawyers, March 2019 A note from the chair, Hon. Patrick J. Leston (ret.).
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Help is on the way By E. Kenneth Wright, Jr. Bench and Bar, May 2019 A look at Judge John Pavich's life and unique path from CIA officer to judge.