2002 Articles

Whither estate-planning practice?

By Helen W. Gunnarsson
December
2002
LawPulse
, Page 628
Demographic trends and tax-law changes may generate some short-term business, but they'll mean less work for estate-planning lawyers in the long run. Are you ready to adjust your practice?

Will prosecutors pass on the Sexually Dangerous Persons Act?

By Helen W. Gunnarsson
January
2002
LawPulse
, Page 10
Because of a recent Illinois Supreme Court decision, more state's attorneys will pass up the Sexually Dangerous Persons Act in favor of criminal prosecution, a downstate prosecutor opines.

Will “reform” drive lawyers out of bankruptcy practice?

By Helen W. Gunnarsson
May
2002
LawPulse
, Page 226
Proposed requirements of debtors' lawyers in HR 333 could make petitioners' practice more trouble than it's worth.

Write for Success in Discovery

By Maureen B. Collins
March
2002
Column
, Page 149
Don't underestimate the importance of interrogatories and other forms of written discovery as a way to glean information that can strengthen your case.

You Can’t Take It with You (and You Can’t Sell It, Either)

By Karen J. Dilibert
April
2002
Column
, Page 213
Given that Illinois sole practitioners can't sell their practices, how can they prepare for death or retirement? This article discusses the problem and outlines a few steps solos can take on behalf of clients and family.

…and to secretary of state’s office

By Helen W. Gunnarsson
June
2002
LawPulse
, Page 282
You can now file articles of incorporation by fax, with more soon to come.