Illinois Bar Journal | March 2021 | Illinois State Bar Association

March 2021 • Volume 109 • Number 3

March 2021 Illinois Bar Journal Issue Cover

Practice News

LawPulse | By Pete Sherman & Rhys Saunders

Illinois Law Update

Adjunct instructors may not replace laid-off faculty; no tolling power for postjudgment motion attacking complaint; ineffective assistance of counsel for attorney mentioning race in closing arguments; unemployment claims during COVID-19 pandemic; and more.

See cases, legislation, and administrative agencies.

Articles

Law Practice & Office Management | By Ed Finkel

The COVID-19-Era Firm

The challenges of starting and running a firm during a pandemic.

Law & Technology | By Daniel C. Katzman

Are E-Signatures E-nough?

Examining the legal enforceability of electronic signatures in different areas of law and the importance of implementing this technology for attorneys.

Real Estate Law | By Philip J. Vacco

A Promise of Clear Title

Transferring marketable title using special warranty deeds for residential real estate transactions.

Juvenile Justice | By Joseph T. Moran

Juvenile Life Sentences After Miller

Illinois courts must consider youth and attendant circumstances before issuing life sentences to juvenile offenders.