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From the editor By James K. Weston, Sr. Mineral Law, June 2005 This edition includes an article authored by our friend and council member Craig Hedin of Mt. Vernon.
From the editors Trusts and Estates, June 2005 In this month's newsletter, we lead off with an article by fellow Section Council member Guy E. Williams and his colleague Scott E. Garwood on Circular 230, which includes an update for the guidance released May 18, 2005.
Inside Administrative Law, June 2005 Section Council Chair begins this issue with a biography of Ann Breen-Greco. Ann is a respected Administrative Law Judge as well as a tireless volunteer and writer
Voice of the co-editor By Vickie Gillio Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, June 2005 The true richness in both talent and concern for women and minority and issues close to their hearts is demonstrated in this issue.
Editor’s column: ISBA responds to bottom line issues with “Don’t Just Survive-Thrive” conference By John T. Phipps General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, May 2005 The practice of law is constantly changing and some of those changes are resulting in more and more demands on lawyers.
Editor’s comments By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, May 2005 This issue leads off with Section Council Chair Professor Mark E. Wojcik's comments on international law in the U.S. Supreme Court entitled, "International Law and the U.S. Supreme Court: Tales of Foreign Cruise Ships, Consular Notification, and the Juvenile Death Penalty."
A note from the co-editor State and Local Taxation, May 2005 Associate Editor Julie-April Montgomery wrote the first article in this edition of Tax Trends, entitled "The Administrative Process for Protesting Tax Assessments and Refund Denials
Voice of the co-editor By Vickie Gillio Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, May 2005 This edition of "The Challenge" is a more personal focus on outreach by committee members to women and minority law students and the description of how one lawyer has formatted her practice to fit the contours of her life.
Editor’s column: Computers-Is it time to upgrade? By John T. Phipps General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, April 2005 Lately I have been amazed to learn in personal computer magazines, newspaper ads and trips to various computer stores at how excellent computers, flat-panel monitors, printers and accessories can be obtained at incredibly low prices.
Editor’s note Criminal Justice, April 2005 This edition of the Criminal Justice Newsletter includes Steve Baker's legislative update
Editor’s notes April 2005 This issue leads off with a look at developments in the area of merger enforcement actions in light of two recent federal court decisions: Federal Trade Commission v. Arch Coal, Inc. and United States v. Oracle Corp.
Editor’s notes Business Advice and Financial Planning, April 2005 This month we are soliciting and seeking something very special.
From the Co-editors By Catherine M. Ryan & Nancy Hablutzel Child Law, April 2005 Recently, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled in favor Oak Park and River Forest High School District No. 200 in a case of first impression in Illinois.
Inside Administrative Law, April 2005 As usual, this issue of the Newsletter begins with the Chair’s Corner. In her article this time, Terry Shafer Hoffman profiles Jewel Klein, a long-time member of the Section Council and contributor of many articles to the Newsletter.
A note from the co-editor By Mary Ann Connelly State and Local Taxation, April 2005 A message from Co-Editor Mary Ann Connelly.
Editor’s column: GP Solo & Small Firm Section Council responds to the continuing evolution of the law By John T. Phipps General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, March 2005 The legal stage is changing yet again. It is no wonder they call what we lawyers do "the practice of law" because lawyers are faced with the constant challenge to adapt to ever-changing laws.
Editor’s comments By Lewis F. Matuszewich International and Immigration Law, March 2005 I appreciate the members of the Section Council and others who continue to contribute a significant number of articles covering a wide range of practice areas and topics.
Editor’s note By John L. Nisivaco Tort Law, March 2005 An introduction to the issue from Editor John Nisivaco.
Editor’s note Real Estate Law, March 2005 Jack Murray, one of the most prolific real estate authors in Illinois and perhaps the nation and a frequent contributor to this publication, has teamed with Greg Thorpe in presenting an article that clarifies the subtle distinction between an equitable mortgage and a sale-leaseback.
Editor’s notes By Richard D. Hannigan Workers’ Compensation Law, March 2005 If you blinked you may have missed the flurry of activity at the Commission.
From the editor By James K. Weston, Sr. Mineral Law, March 2005 This edition includes a second article authored by our friend and council member John C. Robison, Jr. of Fairfield.
Inside Administrative Law, March 2005 Following Terry Hoffman’s “Chair’s Corner,” this issue con- tains a somewhat satirical, but very astute, article by Section Council member Jewel Klein concerning one possible explanation for judicial cita- tions of older—sometimes ancient— court opinions. 
A note from the co-editor By Mary Ann Connelly State and Local Taxation, March 2005 This edition of Tax Trends features an article entitled "The Streamlined Sales Tax Amnesty: To Wait or Not to Wait, That is the Question" written by Associate Editor Stanley Kaminski.
Editor’s column: Indirect consequences of pleas indicates growing concern for lawyers and clients By John T. Phipps General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm, February 2005 Jack Carey's article, "When is "not a conviction under this Act" a conviction?," highlights an area of growing concern for general practice lawyers as more and more indirect consequences for pleas for Court supervision or first offender probation are being created.
Editor’s note Real Estate Law, February 2005 This issue features the annual report of IRELA, the Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association, and two timely articles, one on the recent amendments to the Illinois Real Estate Transfer Tax Law and amendments to the Department of Revenue's rules, and the other on many of the unresolved issues with tenancies by the entirety.
Editor’s notes By William T. Kaplan Business Advice and Financial Planning, February 2005 We continue to encourage a "Prod and Nod" column in this newsletter where you may vent or praise any State of Illinois agency with which you recently interacted.
From the Editor By Susan M. Brazas Racial and Ethnic Minorities and the Law, February 2005 In this issue we feature an article about newly appointed Magistrate Judge Donald Wilkerson, the first minority to serve on the Southern District of Illinois judiciary. T
Inside Administrative Law, February 2005 Following Section Council Chair Terry Hoffman’s column continuing her biographical series concerning Section Council members, you will find a short article about an upcoming seminar that is of potential interest to many lawyers and others who practice in the administrative law arena.
A note from the co-editor By Mary Ann Connelly State and Local Taxation, February 2005 This edition of Tax Trends features 2003-2004 State and Tax legislation summary, part two.
Editor’s column Family Law, January 2005 This issue contains a letter to the Chair in response to her column concerning same-sex marriage, a summary of the new Gestational Surrogacy Act, and a summary of recent case law, including the latest case on grandparent visitation.

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