Slow change at the topBy Cindy G. BuysEmployee Benefits, June 2018Over the past decade, women have made strides in the legal profession. However, the numbers show that progress is slow.
Refugee resettlement 2017By Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, March 2018In September 2017, President Trump issued his most recent determination capping refugee admissions for FY 2018 at 45,000, an all-time low in the history of the U.S. refugee resettlement program.
Temporary protected status (TPS)By Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, March 2018Pursuant to INA 244, (8 U.S.C. 1254), the Secretary of Homeland Security may designate a foreign country for TPS due to conditions in the country that temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely, or in certain circumstances, where the country is unable to handle the return of its nationals adequately.
“Travel ban” litigation 2017By Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, March 2018A look at the various lawsuits filed against President Trump's Executive Orders limiting entry into the United States.
Slow change at the topBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, January 2018As of 2017, the legal profession is 64% male and 36% female, meaning that there are 5% more women practicing law today than in 2009. Women make up approximately 22% of the partners in private law firms, but only 18% of equity partners. Women also account for approximately one-third of the judiciary, ranging from 33-35% of federal judges and 29-35% of state court judges. These numbers show some improvement in some categories, but the upward movement is small.
ISBA Career Panel at Southern Illinois UniversityBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, May 2017Four members of the International and Immigration Law Section Council participated in a career panel discussion at the Southern Illinois University School of Law in April, 2017.
MemoBy Patrick M. Kinnally & Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, October 2016The International and Immigration Law Section Council has approved and urges the Illinois State Bar Association to support an amendment to 725 ILSC 5/113-8 relating to guilty pleas to improve compliance with judicial notification of the immigration consequences of guilty pleas.
Spotlight on Kelly Thames BennettBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, October 2016Learn more about this dynamic member of the Women & The Law Committee, who has followed an interesting and unusual path to law.
Legislative reportBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, June 2016The ISBA's International & Immigration law Section Council has reviewed pertinent legislation currently before the Illinois General Assembly.
Myths about the ERA debunkedBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, November 2015Common questions regarding the Equal Rights Amendment and a discussion of the recent efforts to restart the ratification process.
Illinois adopts new law to better implement consular notification and accessBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, October 2015Public Act 099-0190 clarifies who is responsible in the Illinois criminal justice system to provide consular notice to foreigners who are arrested or detained in Illinois, when such notice must be given, and what happens if notice is not given.
Welcome from The Catalyst editorsBy Cindy G. Buys & Kelly ThamesWomen and the Law, July 2015Learn more about this newsletter and how to submit articles.
New business opportunities in CubaBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, January 2015Many foreign investors are taking advantage of the friendlier business climate in Cuba.
Women in conflict—A UN responseBy Cindy G. Buys & Julia Kaye WykoffInternational and Immigration Law, June 2014Rather than conventional war tools such as guns, tanks, and bombs, raping and abusing women seemingly became a favorite tactic in many war-torn countries.
Women in conflict—A UN responseBy Cindy G. Buys & Julia Kaye WykoffWomen and the Law, April 2014Rather than conventional war tools such as guns, tanks, and bombs, raping and abusing women seemingly became a favorite tactic in many war-torn countries.
Rebels at the Bar, by Jill NorgrenBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, February 2014Committee member Cindy Galway Buys reviews this thought-provoking book.
Right to counsel for immigrants: Franco-Gonzalez v. HolderBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, July 2013Experienced immigration practitioners know that while noncitizens enjoy a statutory right to counsel in immigration-related proceedings, there is no right to government-appointed counsel if the noncitizen cannot afford an attorney.
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Vienna Convention on Consular RelationsBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, June 2013To commemorate the occasion, the Mexican Consulate hosted an all-day event at the Chicago Cultural Center on May 3, 2013 to consider the history of the Convention and what the future might hold.
Female judges in Illinois: Where are we now?By Cindy G. Buys & Stephanie MacuibaWomen and the Law, May 2013This article examines some of the statistics relating to females in the judiciary in Illinois and includes interviews with several female judges examining the role and experiences of these female judges.
Is reform a reality for women in Saudi Arabia?By Cindy G. Buys & Stephanie MacuibaInternational and Immigration Law, July 2012This article provides some background on the Saudi Arabian political and legal systems and on the possibilities for future reforms to expand women’s rights.
Is reform a reality for women in Saudi Arabia?By Cindy G. Buys & Stephanie MacuibaWomen and the Law, June 2012This article provides some background on the Saudi Arabian political and legal systems and on the possibilities for future reforms to expand women’s rights.
50 best law firms for womenBy Cindy G. BuysWomen and the Law, November 2011Seven Illinois firms made the annual NAFE/Flex-Time Lawyers list published in the September 2011 issue of Working Mother.
Can corporations be held liable for international torts under the Alien Tort Statute?By Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, October 2011The Seventh Circuit recently answered this question in the affirmative in Flomo v. Firestone Natural Rubber Co. But because the Second Circuit reached the opposite conclusion, it'll be up to the U.S. Supreme Court to ultimately resolve the issue.
ISBA General Assembly votes in favor of two measures involving international lawBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, January 2011The two measures are the Proposed Legislation on Consular Notification and the Resolution Urging U.S. Ratification of the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women. The sentiments of the ISBA will now be conveyed to appropriate members of the Congress and the President.
CLE on cross-cultural communicationBy Cindy G. BuysInternational and Immigration Law, October 2010A recap of the program presented at the ISBA's Annual Meeting in June, intended to raise awareness about the need for cultural sensitivity when interviewing clients and how that will make you a more effective lawyer.
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