News
Catching Up With the Evolving Legal Industry
At this celebratory time of year, it’s important to reflect on our future, both personally and professionally. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the pressure of family and client needs; not to mention staying on top of the continuously evolving…
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ABA Opinion 483: Navigating Electronic Data Breaches
Last month, the American Bar Association issued Formal Opinion 483 addressing a lawyer’s obligation after an electronic data breach or a cyberattack. Under the opinion, a data breach “involves the misappropriation, destruction or compromise of client confidential information, or a…
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Press
2Civility Names Laura Bagby as Communications Director
2Civility – Illinois Spreme Court Commission on Professionalism is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura Bagby as Communications Director. In this newly created position, Ms. Bagby will lead communications strategy to advance 2Civility’s mission of fostering increased civility, professionalism,…
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Commissioner Spotlight
James DeAno
I developed a curiosity for the law when I was in high school. I remember having classes where we held mock debates and trials. I personally loved making arguments and enjoyed the process of crafting a counterpoint to address the opposing arguments. …
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Lawyer Spotlight
Missy Greathouse: Dispute Resolution Institute, Inc.
My primary practice area is nonprofit management and alternative dispute resolution, specifically mediation. I found this practice area after being exposed to the ADR field in law school. Unlike most of my classmates, I did not plan to practice law….
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History Project
Jill Wine-Banks: Hopeful Solutions for Change
Jill Wine-Banks shares unique perspectives gained from decades of experience as a lawyer. She started her legal career at a time when help wanted ads were divided by gender and people generally stayed at one firm for thirty years…
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