Illinois Bar Journal

Illinois Bar Journal | December 2023 Table of Contents

December 2023 • Volume 111 • Number 12

Practice News

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LawPulse | By Ed Finkel & Amelia Buragas
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Illinois Law Update

Maintenance award upheld to support spouse’s standard of living; odor of cannabis sufficient for probable-cause vehicle search; defendant’s proximity to crime scene not enough to warrant Terry stop; amended appeals process for denied Firearm Owner’s Identification Card; and more.

See cases, legislation, and administrative agencies.

Articles

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ISBA
Looking Back at 2023, Looking Ahead to 2024

ISBA sections summarize highlights in their practice areas from 2023 and contemplate anticipated developments in 2024.

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Trial Practice & Procedure | By Gino L. DiVito
What I Learned From Teaching Trial Advocacy: The Direct Examination

Part Three of our five-part series, which focuses on tips and pointers for direct examination.

Columns

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President’s Page | By Shawn S. Kasserman
Holiday greetings from the ISBA’s 2023-24 officers

Wishing you a safe and happy holiday season on behalf of the officers and staff of the Illinois State Bar Association.

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President-Elect Message | By Sonni Williams
Ready to Lead?

Nominate yourself for an ISBA committee or section council.

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Pointers From Practice HQ | By Danielle DavisRoe
The Power of e-Newsletters

Why and how to create one for your firm.

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LAP and Well-Being | By Joe Scally
Life’s Next Phase

Retirement: Planning for satisfaction.

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Feedback Loops | By Patrick Barry
More Valuable Than Money

Developing a habit of expressing thanks is well worth the time and effort.

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Your Life's Work | By Karen Erger
Safety in Numbers

Staying alive in mass gatherings.

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Your ISBA
2023’s Class of Distinguished Counselors

The ISBA honors members who have been licensed for 50 years.