Illinois State Bar

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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🎉 The Illinois State Bar Association celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month! We honor the rich history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities and celebrate their impact on our legal profession and communities. ⚖️🌎

#HispanicHeritageMonth #ISBA

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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! 🌟

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