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  • January 9, 2017 | Practice News
    Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis announces vacancy in Second Subcircuit of Cook County

    Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Jane Theis has begun an application process for a judicial vacancy in the Second Judicial Subcircuit of Cook County.

    The vacancy will be created by the upcoming retirement of the Hon. Camille E. Willis, effective January 29, 2017.

    Under the Illinois Constitution, judicial vacancies are filled on an interim basis by Supreme Court appointment. Justice Theis will make a recommendation to the Supreme Court after applicants undergo a screening and evaluation process.

  • January 5, 2017 | Practice News
    Two Illinois associate judges appointed in the Ninth Judicial Circuit

    Michael J. Tardy, Director of the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts, announced today that the Ninth Judicial Circuit judges voted to select James G. Baber and Anthony W. Vaupel as associate judges of the Ninth Judicial Circuit.

    Mr. Baber received his undergraduate degree in 1983 from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL and his Juris Doctor in 1986 from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL. Mr. Baber is currently affiliated with Whitman & Baber in Monmouth, IL.

  • January 5, 2017 | Practice News
    Quick Takes for Your Practice: Recent Changes in Illinois Mental Health Law

    Clinical Professor of Law Mark Heyrman of the University of Chicago Law School discusses recent changes in Illinois mental health law.

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  • January 3, 2017 | Practice News
    Supreme Court appoints Charles C. Hall as circuit judge in Fifth Judicial District

    Justice Rita B. Garman and the Illinois Supreme Court have announced the appointment of Charles C. Hall as a Circuit Judge in the Fifth Judicial Circuit.

    Mr. Hall has been appointed to fill the vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Claudia Anderson. His appointment takes effect on March 1, 2017, and concludes on December 3, 2018, when the position will be filled by the 2018 General Election.

  • January 3, 2017 | Practice News
    Best Practice: Law Practice Management - Goals for 2017

    Happy New Year and Best Wishes for a Personal and Professional 2017

    By John W. Olmstead, MBA, Ph.D, CMC

    As 2016 comes to an end we begin with a clean slate for 2017. As with anything new - the uncertain future can be scary and exciting at the same time. Year-end provides an opportune time for reflection on the past year and setting goals for the next year - both personal and professional. Goal setting can improve your personal life and your practice.

  • December 21, 2016 | Practice News
    Quick Takes for Your Practice: The Benefits of Mentorship

    Illinois attorney Elizabeth Garlovsky of Robbins, Salomon & Patt, Ltd. shares the benefits of mentorship.

  • December 21, 2016 | Practice News
    Best Practice: Law Firm Succession Planning - Selling My Stock to Several Associates

    Asked and Answered

    By John W. Olmstead, MBA, Ph.D, CMC

    Q. I am the sole owner of a five attorney personal injury plaintiff firm in the Dallas suburbs. Over the years I have built a sustainable brand through advertising. I have helped my associates develop their reputations, handle substantial cases, and be involved in various areas of firm management. I am planning on retiring in five years and I would like to begin the transition early next year by selling some stock (minority interests) to deserving associates with the remainder of my shares to be purchased upon my retirement. Originally, I had through about selling shares to two associates that have been with the firm for over fifteen years - now I am thinking about selling shares to all four associates. I think it would be easier for the four to come up with the required money. I welcome your thoughts.

  • December 19, 2016 | Practice News
    Supreme Court Justice Anne Burke announces vacancy in second subcircuit of Cook County

    Illinois Supreme Court Justice Anne M. Burke has begun an application process for a judicial vacancy in the Second Subcircuit of Cook County.

    The vacancy was created by the resignation of Circuit Judge James L. Rhodes. Judge Rhodes had served as a judge since 1996. His resignation took effect December 6, 2016.

  • December 19, 2016 | Practice News
    Justice Kilbride announces upcoming vacancy in Twelfth Judicial Circuit

    Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas L. Kilbride has announced an application process for appointment to an at large circuit judge vacancy in the Twelfth Judicial Circuit.

    The vacancy will be created by Circuit Judge Daniel J. Rozak's retirement, effective at noon on January 16, 2017. The term of office is until December 3, 2018, when the position will be filled by the November 2018 election.

  • December 19, 2016 | Practice News
    Career opportunity: Marine Corps Judge Advocate

    Full-time opportunities exist to pursue a career as a Marine Corps Judge Advocate. Marine Corps Judge Advocates are immediately given the responsibilities of maintaining their own caseloads and advising Marines on legal issues. Additionally, they are trained as Marine officers.