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Illinois governor signs law prohibiting book bans in public libraries

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Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a first-of-its-kind bill into law on Monday which eliminates book bans, requiring public libraries in the state to ensure they offer a diverse range of materials. In Illinois, we are showing the nation what it really looks like to stand up for liberty.”

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Leaving Your Firm? Aim for a Joint Notice to Clients

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99-414 for more details and suggestions on drafting the notice to clients. Be sure to examine your own jurisdiction’s rules, ethics opinions, and case law, and look for any templates that may help you draft your notice. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. Again, see ABA Formal Op.

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Ethics Reminders for Lawyers Texting Clients

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Client communication and information-sharing (documents, pleadings, contract drafts and the like) must be protected, and our ethics rules require “reasonable efforts to prevent the inadvertent or unauthorized disclosure of, or unauthorized access to, information relating to the representation of a client” ( ABA Model Rule 1.6(c)

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Paralegal Career Choice: Public Service or Private Practice

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Here in Illinois, www.2.illinois.gov At the Federal level, the position can be classified as a Paralegal Specialist, whereas working for the State of Illinois Attorney General’s office can be classified as Paralegal I or Paralegal II. Paralegal Career Choice. How to Find a Government Job. Bureau of Labor Statistics (bls.gov).

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Ethical Considerations for Flat Fee Billing

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The ‘Reasonable Test’ Remains Universal Resources About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. For an example, see Illinois State Bar Association Professional Conduct Advisory Opinion No. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. Table of contents What Are Lawyer Flat Fees?

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Building a Better Law Practice: 7 Reasons to Specialize

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Abraham Lincoln, licensed to practice law in 1837 in Illinois, may be the archetypal general practice attorney. Now, repetitive document drafting is being replaced by automated tools and templates, saving even more time. Law specialization has become increasingly common — almost a necessity. .

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My Clear Add-On Winner for Workplace Efficiency

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For example, say I’m drafting a motion for summary judgment. I might have a primary drafting Word document open on my main horizontal screen with a wide, two-page view. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. 1-2-3 Dual Monitors Setup.