November 2017 Bench and Bar Newsletter

By Hon. Edward J. Schoenbaum (Ret.)

An introduction to the issue from Editor Ed Schoenbaum.

By Zel M. Fischer

A reprint of Missouri Supreme Court Chief Justice's recent address in Kansas City.

By Hon. Alfred M. Swanson Jr. (Ret.)

Learn more about the new Director and the projects on her agenda.

By Jayne Reardon

Our democracy is complex and challenged regularly by controversies, complications. We should not allow the natural tendency to grab a headline or obtain a click, a retweet or retort, to undermine the need for thoughtful and respectful problem-solving.

By Hon. Debra B. Walker

With the Illinois legislature beginning to undergo sexual harassment training and apparently adopting legislation that would require all elected officials to be so educated, will this apply to the third branch of government?

By Hon. Richard L. Tognarelli

Under the guidance of the Vet Court, hundreds of veterans have been assisted over the past eight and a half years. The court is thriving, continues to expand its resources and treatment options, and currently has 45 veterans enrolled.

By Patricia Mathy

As with any amended Rule shortly after implementation, several open questions remain as to how the new Rule 37(e) will be interpreted and applied.

By Alissa Kelso & Rodney Perry

On October 27, 2017, the Illinois Appellate Court for the First Judicial District decided Williams Montgomery & John Limited v. Bret Broaddus.

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Changes to Illinois' Judiciary.