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Ed Finkel
What’s in Your Retainer?
By Ed Finkel
April
2025
Cover Story
, Page 18
Lawyers and risk-management experts say lawyers should freshen up their retainer agreements at least every year or two. Plus, guidance on disclosing use of AI in your work.
How Cyber-Secure Are You?
By Ed Finkel
March
2025
Cover Story
, Page 26
Cybercriminals use many tools to access your accounts and data. Make sure you stay at least a step ahead.
It’s Time To Start Using It
By Ed Finkel
February
2025
Cover Story
, Page 18
Tips for AI beginners and power users.
The Procrastination Puzzle
By Ed Finkel
January
2025
Cover Story
, Page 20
Attorneys need to better understand this bad habit to overcome it.
1 comment
(Most recent January 8, 2025)
Been Bullied?
By Ed Finkel
December
2024
Cover Story
, Page 22
Chances are you have or know a lawyer who has, according to a report by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
1 comment
(Most recent December 20, 2024)
City Limits
By Ed Finkel
November
2024
Cover Story
, Page 24
You
can
fight city hall, but it’s complicated.
Representing Evil
By Ed Finkel
October
2024
Cover Story
, Page 20
Illinois attorney Karen Conti, who represented serial killer John Wayne Gacy, is finally ready to tell her story nearly 30 years after the case.
Collaborative Practice
By Ed Finkel
September
2024
Cover Story
, Page 20
An amicable approach to divorce, and more.
1 comment
(Most recent September 6, 2024)
A Giant Leap Forward
By Ed Finkel
August
2024
Cover Story
, Page 24
Legal research giant vLex Fastcase, whose database and tools are free to ISBA members, to implement AI across its products by the end of 2024.
Up and Running
By Ed Finkel
July
2024
Cover Story
, Page 24
Sonni Choi Williams, the first woman of color to serve as ISBA president, has traveled an arduous but inspiring road to leadership.
Fertile Ground
By Ed Finkel
June
2024
LawPulse
, Page 12
ISBA launches new Rural Practice Section.
Firm for Sale?
By Ed Finkel
June
2024
Cover Story
, Page 20
The ISBA’s new Law Firms for Sale service connects sellers and prospective buyers.
Remote Opportunities
By Ed Finkel
May
2024
Cover Story
, Page 20
Can remote court and legal services help increase access to justice?
Behind the Curtain
By Ed Finkel
April
2024
Cover Story
, Page 18
When banks deny access to those with powers of attorney, and what to do about it.
1 comment
(Most recent June 1, 2024)
Being a Pronoun Pro
By Ed Finkel
March
2024
Cover Story
, Page 22
Respectful pronoun usage in the legal sector is a matter of professionalism, courtesy, respect, and competence.
Artificial Intelligence and the Authentic Attorney
By Ed Finkel
February
2024
Cover Story
, Page 18
Dipping your toes into AI? Don’t lose the human touch.
The Limitless Uses of Limited Scope
By Ed Finkel
January
2024
Cover Story
, Page 18
An overview of a two-part ISBA webinar that provides practitioners with the ins-and-outs of limited scope representation.
A Change at the ARDC
By Ed Finkel
December
2023
LawPulse
, Page 10
After 16 years leading the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, Jerry Larkin passes the baton to Lea Gutierrez.
Writing Matters
By Ed Finkel
November
2023
Cover Story
, Page 22
Lawyers and jurists on the art of writing well.
Let’s Get Legal!
By Ed Finkel
October
2023
Cover Story
, Page 18
ISBA members go live on ISBA-sponsored WGN Radio show, Let’s Get Legal.
Saving Face in Cyberspace
By Ed Finkel
September
2023
Cover Story
, Page 20
This year’s Solo and Small Firm Conference explores how firms can protect their cyber assets, and much more.
Boon or Bust
By Ed Finkel
August
2023
Cover Story
, Page 18
Generative artificial intelligence holds much promise for lawyers, but hazards are everywhere. Proceed with caution.
Learning From Experience
By Ed Finkel
July
2023
Cover Story
, Page 18
New ISBA President Shawn S. Kasserman overcame adversity, helps others do the same.
Continuing Excellence
By Ed Finkel
June
2023
Cover Story
, Page 20
Behind the scenes of the ISBA’s member-driven CLE programming.
Creating and Managing Your Firm’s Budget
By Ed Finkel
May
2023
Cover Story
, Page 20
Plant your firm’s financial footing in fertile soil.
When Something’s Not Right
By Ed Finkel
April
2023
Cover Story
, Page 20
Lawyers, consultants, and private investigators dig into employee harassment, fraud, and misconduct.
Afraid to Ask?
By Ed Finkel
March
2023
Cover Story
, Page 24
ChatGPT won’t replace you, but it just might be of assistance.
1 comment
(Most recent April 3, 2023)
Making Things Right, or Better
By Ed Finkel
February
2023
LawPulse
, Page 10
Love of public policy has guided Illinois Supreme Court Justice Mary Kay O’Brien’s career.
Serving, Learning, and Growing
By Ed Finkel
February
2023
LawPulse
, Page 10
Justice Elizabeth M. Rochford’s passion for public service led her to the bench.
How to Keep Those Plates Spinning
By Ed Finkel
January
2023
Cover Story
, Page 18
Two new ISBA CLE programs offer a wealth of time-management and productivity tips for starting the new year off strong.
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