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Illinois State Bar Association is the premier legal association in the state helping members practice smarter and stay abreast of the law and legal community.

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📢 Our ISBA #WomenAndTheLaw Committee is collecting donations for @RMHGlobal to help provide meals for families facing critical childhood illnesses.

📅 Donate by Oct. 9, 2026
➡️ https://t.co/EiDKoTBUpW

#ISBA #WATL #RonaldMcDonaldHouse

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On 9/16/26, the Illinois Bar Foundation hosted its Presidents’ Reception at Chicago’s Hubbard Inn, honoring ISBA President 2025–26 Hon. Bridget Duignan & IBF President 2025–26 Lauren Tuckey for their dedicated service to the ISBA, IBF, & the legal community. Congratulations! 👏👏

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Panelists Jim Doppke, Robinson, Stewart, Montgomery & Doppke, LLC, Ann Pieper, ARDC, & Paige Tungate, Downey Law Group, present “Referral Services and ARDC Rules for Intermediary Services” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026 in Peoria, IL.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Stuart Teicher, Attorney at Law, presents “Bumps, Bruises & Battle Wounds: Lessons from the Past to Shape the Future” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026 in Peoria, IL.

Special thanks to moderator Linda Watson, Watson Law.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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During our Plenary Luncheon, Judicial Panel: Best Practices in the Courtroom, attendees heard from panelists Hon. Kevin T. Busch (ret.), Hon. Tamika R. Walker, & Hon. Russell W. Hartigan (ret.).

Special thanks to moderator Howard E. Zimmerle, Zimmerle Law, P.C.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Dr. Cortney Bindrich, Bindrich Consulting, PLLC, presents “Wellness in the Legal Profession/Stress/Trauma in the Workplace” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026 in Peoria.

Special thanks to moderator Debra L. Thomas @TrialLawyersChi.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Aaron W. Brooks, Holmstrom Kennedy P.C., presents “ARDC AI Implementation Policy” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026 in Peoria.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Linda Watson, Watson Law, and Staci L. Vazquez, Vazquez Law PLLC, presents “Recruiting and Developing Law Students and New Associates” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Special thanks to moderator Genevieve Miller, Attorney at Law.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Jeffrey Schoenberger, Affinity Consulting, presents “Legal Tech 101: Building a Smarter Law Practice” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026. @affinitylegal

Special thanks to moderator Elisabeth A. Ritter, Ritter Law Offices.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Jeff Krause, Affinity Consulting, presents “Growing Pains: Challenges in Teaching Our Team” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026. @jskrause @affinitylegal

Special thanks to moderator Trent S. West, Law Offices of West & Ginos, LLC.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Jonathan D. Steele, Beermann LLP, presents “Cybersecurity Essentials for the Small Firm (No IT Department Required)” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Special thanks to moderator Pamela Kuzniar, Haid & Teich LLP.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Nerino J. Petro, Jr., NerinoPetro, LLC, presents “Document Automation in Action” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Special thanks to moderator Howard E. Zimmerle, Zimmerle Law, P.C.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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📢 Our ISBA #WomenAndTheLaw Committee is collecting donations for @RMHGlobal to help provide meals for families facing critical childhood illnesses.

📅 Donate by Oct. 9, 2026
➡️ https://t.co/EiDKoTBUpW

#ISBA #WATL #RonaldMcDonaldHouse

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Andrew G. Vaughn, Deviant Marketing, presents “Marketing: How and Where People are Finding Law Firms and Lawyers” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026 in Peoria.

Special thanks to moderator Pamela Kuzniar, Haid & Teich LLP.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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New release!📓 A succinct guide to trial practice, including trial preparation and filing motions in limine, jury selection and opening statements, direct and cross-examination of witnesses, preparing and utilizing jury instructions, & closing statements.

https://t.co/EvkGGK65T1

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Lisa Lilly, Kelly Law Partners, LLC, presents “Winning With Storytelling for Lawyers” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026. @lisamlilly

Special thanks to moderator Debra L. Thomas @TrialLawyersChi.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Aaron W. Brooks, Holmstrom Kennedy P.C., presents “10 Tips in 60 Minutes: 10 Ways for Lawyers to Use Al” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Special thanks to moderator Genevieve Miller, Attorney at Law.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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Michael L. Raff, Law Offices of Michael Raff, LLC, & Philip D. Speicher, Mathis Marifian & Richter Ltd., present “Law Firm Tax & Entity Selection” during the ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2026.

Special thanks to moderator Pamela Kuzniar, Haid & Teich LLP.

#ISBA #SSFC26

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ISBA President Perry Browder @SimmonsLawFirm & Conference Chair Rachel Hernandez, Legal Solutions Collaborative Family Law, LLC, welcomed attendees to #ISBA #SSFC26 at the Peoria Marriott Pere Marquette! 🌟

Remember to tag ISBA on social media. 😉

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“Every person we deal with matters. Engage everyone.” -Hon. Vincent F. Cornelius

#ISBA Past President (2016–17) Judge Cornelius shared valuable lessons from his experience hanging his shingle and opening his own law firm with attendees at this morning’s #SSFC26.