December 2024 Law Related Education for the Public Newsletter

By Zachary T. Jones

For most students, the journey into the career field may be challenging, but not impossible. One of the biggest misconceptions about the legal career is how daunting the practitioners can be. If you have family, friends, or mentors who are in the legal profession, the first thing you should do is speak to them. When you have the idea that you want to pursue law, speak to someone who pursued that career.

By Hon. Michael J. Chmiel

To some extent, the fury involved with Artificial Intelligence has slowed, but be advised AI continues to evolve and impact the fray of legal practice in Illinois and beyond.

By Jessica R. Durkin

At least twice a year at ISBA Annual and Midyear Meetings, we are pitched by colleagues and the Illinois Bar Foundation to become a “Champion.” But what is a Champion really, and what’s in it for us?