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New IAALS Effort Aims to Build a Better Bar Exam
In the U.S., the bar exam has determined the fate of eager would-be lawyers since 1738. The exam is aimed at sorting out those who have the skills to practice law from those who don’t. However, state regulators haven’t agreed on a definition of the minimum competence needed to practice law. This begs the question, “Does the bar exam accura...Read More
Justice Entrepreneurs Project Seeks Applicants for 2019 Class
Are you a lawyer early in your career who’s passionate about addressing access to justice issues in Chicago? If so, consider applying for the Chicago Bar Foundation’s Justice Entrepreneurs Project (JEP). The JEP is a small business incubator that helps newer lawyers start “innovative, socially conscious law practices serving low and middle...Read More
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Illinois Law Students to Participate in Annual Professionalism Orientation
Each year, Illinois law schools welcome hundreds of new students to the legal profession. The Commission on Professionalism is privileged to once again facilitate a professionalism orientation for incoming students at each of Illinois's nine law schools. The professionalism orientation is designed to introduce first-year law students to the core...Read More
Commissioner Spotlight
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. As I continued my education, I grew interested in the idea of being in a courtroom. To me i...Read More
Lawyer Spotlight
Lawyer Spotlight: Eileen Letts of Zuber, Lawler & Del Duca LLP
Eileen Letts is a Chicago-based equity partner at Zuber, Lawler & Del Duca LLP where she specializes in personal injury law. What drew you to personal injury law? I started practicing personal injury defense work when I was with the City of Chicago. I enjoyed it and have continued to practice in the area ever since. How has your practice evo...Read More
