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  • March 28, 2014 | People
    James R. Brumund 1948-2014

    He created and coached the successful Joliet J’s girls softball team for numerous years. He was an assistant softball coach at Joliet Township where he helped coach the 2000 girls state softball championship team. He was presently an assistant coach for the varsity softball team at Joliet West. He was a mentor to his son, Danny, in baseball, football, and wrestling. He coached St. Joe’s Baseball, the Joliet Lightning, and the Channahon Excavators. He presently played senior softball throughout the country and Joliet Park District softball. Jim was part owner of Aux Sable Farms (The Property) where he spent many enjoyable hours hunting, fishing, and relaxing time with his family. Jim was a diehard Sox and Bears fan.

    Jim was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, attorney, coach, and friend. Although law was his livelihood, sports was his passion.

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  • March 28, 2014 | People
    Eugene J. Korst 1927-2014

    Eugene J. Korst, age 86, passed away at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home on March 7, 2014, surrounded by his loving family.

    Born in Joliet, Gene graduated from St. John 's Grade School, Joliet Catholic High School, Joliet Junior College, University of Illinois and the John Marshall Law School. Gene served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, being stationed in Germany. Gene 's law practice in Lockport began in 1960, which included representation of the City of Lockport, Valley View School District 96 and Kelvin Grove School District 91, and he practiced in Lockport until 2006, when he moved his practice to Joliet, retiring at the end of 2013. He was a member of the Illinois State Bar Association and the Will County Bar Association, and was a member and past president of the Lockport Lions Club.

    Gene often said if he knew he could have made enough money to support his family, he would have given up his law practice to solely be a professional trumpet player. Gene learned to play the trumpet at age 8, playing in the Joliet Catholic High School Band from the 6th grade at St. John 's until graduation from the Hill. He played professionally on the road from 1945-51, played in the U.S. Infantry, 28th Division Army Band, and later played with the Hot Peppers of Jazz Band, Dixieland All Stars, Gene Victor, Roy Gordon, Guy Mau and others. He also played in the Joliet Junior College Community Band, Lewis University Jazz Ensemble, Moraine Valley Community Band, the American Legion Band, Bicentennial Park Summer Band and Brass Tracks Jazz Orchestra.

  • March 28, 2014 | Practice News
    Chief Judge Evans releases names of 26 associate judge candidates for Cook County

    Circuit Court of Cook County Chief Judge Timothy C. Evans and the Nominating Committee of the Circuit Court of Cook County today announced the names of the 26 candidates that they selected to appear on the ballot from which the circuit judges will vote to fill 13 associate judge vacancies.

  • March 25, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    ISBA Intellectual Property Law Section to host "Become a Professional Writer: Industry Tips & Tricks"

    The ISBA Intellectual Property Law Section will host "Become a Professional Writer: Industry Tips & Tricks," a networking event on April 23, 2014 at the ISBA Chicago Office, 20 S. Clark, Ste. 900. The event begins with registration and sign in from noon-12:15 and luncheon and panel from 12:15-1:15 p.m. Cost is $10 for ISBA members/$20 for non-members. Register at www.isba.org/sections/ip/2014networkingevent

  • March 24, 2014 | Practice News
    Illinois Supreme Court to hold public hearing on proposals to amend rules on discovery, juror questions and interlocutory appeals

    The Illinois Supreme Court Rules Committee will seek comment at a public hearing Friday, April 4 in Chicago on a proposed change to address the scope of electronically stored information, limitations on its use, production, and how such information is managed.

    Proposal 14-01 is presented in the form of amendments to Supreme Court Rules 201, 204, 214, 216, 218 and 219. A copy of this and other proposals are available on the Supreme Court website at: http://www.illinoiscourts.gov/SupremeCourt/Public_Hearings/Rules/default.asp

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  • March 24, 2014 | CLE
    CLE: Social Media and Litigation

    Learn how to admit social media into evidence with this half-day seminar! The social media landscape is dynamic and complex – and is often accompanied by privacy concerns and ethical issues. Join us in Chicago or via live webcast on Friday, April 4th for the opportunity to update your knowledge on social media and the law! Attorneys with all levels of practice experience attending this seminar will gain a better understanding of: What social media is and how to use it; how social media differs from other forms of communication; privacy and security settings; how to use social media as a news outlet; how to preserve social media evidence; the ethical issues that emerge with the use of social media; and how to argue for (or against!) allowing social media into evidence during litigation.

    The program is presented by the ISBA Standing Committee on Legal Technology and qualifies for 4.0 hours MCLE credit, including 3.0 hour Professional Responsibility MCLE credit (subject to approval).

    Click here for more information and to register.

  • March 20, 2014 | People
    Keith Roberts 1928-2014

    ISBA Laureate Keith E. Roberts Sr., 85, passed away on March 15, 2014.  An ardent though frustrated Cubs fan, and a trial lawyer who gave generously of his time and talents to train other lawyers in the fine art of gentlemanly advocacy in the courtroom. Recipient of the Laureate award from the ISBA Academy of Illinois Lawyers in 2004. The tribute from his induction is below.

    Beloved husband of the late Marthan Roberts (nee Dusch); loving father of Chuck (Linda) Roberts; dear grandfather of Beth, Rick and Sara.

    Visitation Thursday, March 20, from 3:30 to 8 p.m. at Williams-Kampp Funeral Home, 430 E. Roosevelt Road (one block east of Naperville Road), Wheaton. Funeral Service Friday, March 21, 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment private. Information at www.williams-kampp.com or 630-668-0016. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to DuPage County Bar Foundation.

  • March 18, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Young Lawyers to host Soiree on April 25

    The ISBA Young Lawyers will host the annual Soiree on April 25 at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. The evening will include an Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing, Casino Games, and Raffle. Proceeds benefit the YLD Children's Assistance Fund.

    When: Friday, April 25, 2014, 8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
    Where: Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, 230 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago (map and directions)
    What: Event will include Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing, Casino Games, and Raffle.
    Cost: $85 per ticket.
    Deadlines: All sponsorships and advertisements must be purchased by Monday, April 14, 2014. Tickets must be purchased in advance by Monday, April 21, 2014 at www.isba.org/sections/yld/soireereg

    Cocktail/Semi-formal Attire Preferred.

    The YLD Children's Assistance Fund is a special fund of the Illinois Bar Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable entity.

    Sponsorship opportunities:
    $1,250 – Casino Table Sponsor (8 tickets)
    $950 – Platinum Sponsor (6 tickets)
    $650 – Gold Sponsor (4 tickets)
    $350 – Silver Sponsor (2 tickets)

    Ad Book:
    $100 – Full Page
    $50 – Half Page
    $25 – Quarter Page

    For more information, contact Lynne Davis or Rachel McDermott

  • March 18, 2014 | CLE
    CLE: Exempt Offerings: Regulation D to Crowd Funding

    Attorneys representing small to mid-size business that need access to investor capital need to be aware of the various multifaceted legal issues that can arise when funding a business, including the securities laws, rules and regulations that may affect the transaction, Don’t miss this opportunity on April 3rd to update your knowledge on a number of key areas, including: an overview of Regulation D; the changes to Regulation D brought about by the JOBS Act; crowd funding as an alternative option when Regulation D doesn’t work for the offering being contemplated; the steps to a crowd funding offering, including issuer requirements, funding portal requirements, and when an offering can commence; how monetary limits change based on the investor profile; the risks associated with crowd funding; the type of malpractice insurance necessary before engaging in securities work, as well as how insurance will be affected in the future; the necessary due diligence when considering potential securities clients; the Illinois state law considerations that should be taken into account when considering an exempt offering; and much more! For those unable to attend the on-site program in Chicago, the seminar will also broadcast via the Internet as a live webcast.

    The seminar is presented by the ISBA Business and Securities Law Section and qualifies for 2.25 hours MCLE credit, including 0.50 hour Professional Responsibility MCLE credit (subject to approval).

    Click here for more information and to register.

  • March 17, 2014 | People
    Hon. Michael J. Howlett Jr. 1948-2014

    Hon. Michael J. Howlett, Jr., 65, passed away on March 16. Beloved husband of Kathleen Howlett nee Fitzgerald; loving father of Elizabeth (Jon, Jr.) Bogie, Melissa Howlett (Sean Kelly) and Catherine Howlett; dear grandfather of Lily Rose and Elloway Bogie and Michael Howlett Kelly; devoted son of Helen nee Geary and the late Secretary of State Michael J. Howlett, Sr.; fond brother of Robert (Karen) and Edward Howlett, Catherine (Albert) Childress, Mary Christine Howlett and Helen Cashman; many nieces and nephews & great nieces and nephews.

    Visitation is Wednesday, March 19, 2014, 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Funeral will be Thursday, March 20, 2014, 9:15 a.m. from Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Blvd. at Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077 to SS. Faith, Hope & Charity Church, 191 Linden Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Sacred Heart Cemetery, Northbrook.

    In lieu of flowers memorials to, Rush University Medical Center, c/o Dr. Nina Paleologos Neuro Oncology Fund, 1700 West Van Buren, Suite 250, Chicago, IL 60612, would be appreciated. Info: www.donnellanfuneral.com or 847-675-1990.