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Sarah King to Present on Cross Examination Techniques at ITLA Seminar

Sarah King to Present on Cross Examination Techniques at ITLA Seminar

Sarah F. King, a partner at Clifford Law Offices, is set to present at the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) Trial and Practice Tips Seminar. The event, scheduled for May 8, will feature King discussing 'Utilizing Demonstratives in Cross Examination.' King is recognized for her legal expertise, having recently secured a record $7.5 million verdict. She also serves on the ITLA Board of Managers and is Co-Editor of the ITLA Trial Notebook. The seminar will be held at the Westin Chicago River North and will include a roundtable discussion with Judges Sharon Johnson, Maire Dempsey, and Elizabeth Walsh from the Cook County Circuit Court, focusing on 'Motion Call Practice.' The program offers 4 hours of continuing legal education credit for Illinois attorneys.
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Sarah King to Present at Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Seminar

Sarah King to Present at Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Seminar

Sarah F. King, a partner at Clifford Law Offices, is set to present at the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA) Trial and Practice Tips Seminar. She will discuss the use of demonstratives in cross-examination, sharing insights from her experience, including a recent record verdict. The seminar will feature multiple speakers, including judges from the Cook County Circuit Court, and will provide continuing legal education credits for attendees. The event aims to enhance the skills and knowledge of legal professionals through expert presentations and discussions.
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Steptoe LLP Expands with Acquisition of Chicago Litigation Group

Steptoe LLP Expands with Acquisition of Chicago Litigation Group

Steptoe LLP Expands with Acquisition of Chicago Litigation Group
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Drake Law School Closes Wrongful Convictions Clinic Amid Fund Misappropriation Allegations

Drake Law School Closes Wrongful Convictions Clinic Amid Fund Misappropriation Allegations

Drake University Law School has shut down its Wrongful Convictions Clinic following allegations of fund misappropriation against Erica Nichols Cook, the professor who founded and led the clinic. Nichols Cook was terminated after a dispute over a $154,000 check from the estate of Bill Amor, a former client. The check was intended for Nichols Cook personally, but the law school claimed entitlement to the funds. The closure has disrupted the education of law students and halted ongoing cases aimed at overturning wrongful convictions.
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Steptoe LLP Expands Chicago Office with Four New Litigation Partners

Steptoe LLP Expands Chicago Office with Four New Litigation Partners

Steptoe LLP Expands Chicago Office with Four New Litigation Partners
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ABA Settles Lawsuit, Alters Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund Criteria

ABA Settles Lawsuit, Alters Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund Criteria

The American Bar Association (ABA) has settled a lawsuit with the American Alliance for Equal Rights regarding its Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund (LOSF). The settlement requires the ABA to offer the scholarship on a race/ethnicity-neutral basis, removing any eligibility criteria based on group identities. This change follows a broader trend of legal challenges to diversity initiatives in education, particularly after the Supreme Court's decision in SFFA v. Harvard. The ABA will now focus on applicants' commitment to enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the legal profession, without considering demographic information as part of eligibility.
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American Bar Association Settles Lawsuit Over Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

American Bar Association Settles Lawsuit Over Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund

The American Bar Association (ABA) has settled a lawsuit with the American Alliance for Equal Rights (AAER) regarding its Legal Opportunity Scholarship Fund (LOSF). The settlement requires the ABA to offer the scholarship on a 'race/ethnicity-neutral' basis, removing any eligibility criteria based on group identities such as race or ethnicity. This decision follows a Joint Stipulation of Dismissal filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois Eastern Division. The ABA will now apply eligibility requirements for the LOSF without considering demographic information, which will be used solely for data-tracking purposes.
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Above the Law Reveals Most Prestigious Biglaw Firms in Chicago for 2027

Above the Law Reveals Most Prestigious Biglaw Firms in Chicago for 2027

Above the Law Reveals Most Prestigious Biglaw Firms in Chicago for 2027
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Utah State Bar Celebrates Law Day 2026 with Focus on Rule of Law and American Dream

Utah State Bar Celebrates Law Day 2026 with Focus on Rule of Law and American Dream

The Utah State Bar, in collaboration with its Young Lawyers Division and Utah Law Related Education, is hosting a Law Day celebration on May 1, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City. The event, themed 'The Rule of Law and the American Dream,' aims to highlight the essential role of law in ensuring opportunity, fairness, and justice. The celebration will include networking, a plated lunch, and a continuing legal education program. Awards will be presented to recognize excellence within Utah's legal community, including the Young Lawyer of the Year and the Liberty Bell Award.
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Steptoe Expands Chicago Presence with New Litigation Group

Steptoe Expands Chicago Presence with New Litigation Group

Steptoe Expands Chicago Presence with New Litigation Group
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Roger Williams University School of Law Launches $4M Trial Advocacy Center to Enhance Courtroom Skills

Roger Williams University School of Law Launches $4M Trial Advocacy Center to Enhance Courtroom Skills

Roger Williams University School of Law has announced the establishment of the Mandell Trial Advocacy Center, a new initiative aimed at enhancing students' trial practice skills. This center is made possible by a $4 million donation from trial attorney and author Mark Mandell. The program will integrate coursework, simulations, competitions, and direct engagement with experienced trial lawyers to prepare students for real-world legal challenges. The center will incorporate Mandell's case-framing methodology into its curriculum, offering a unique, methodology-driven, and values-centered program. The law school plans to expand access through scholarships and financial support to reduce participation barriers. The center will also offer continuing legal education and skills training for practicing attorneys.
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Utah State Bar Hosts Law Day 2026 to Highlight Rule of Law and American Dream

Utah State Bar Hosts Law Day 2026 to Highlight Rule of Law and American Dream

The Utah State Bar, in collaboration with its Young Lawyers Division and Utah Law Related Education, is organizing a Law Day celebration on May 1, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City. The event, themed 'The Rule of Law and the American Dream,' aims to emphasize the critical role of law in ensuring opportunity, fairness, and justice. The celebration will feature networking opportunities, a plated lunch, and a continuing legal education (CLE) program. Attendees can earn one hour of professionalism and civility CLE credit, pending approval. The event will also include an awards presentation recognizing excellence within Utah's legal community, with honors such as Young Lawyer of the Year and the Liberty Bell Award. The program will feature a panel discussion with notable figures like the Honorable Samuel Alba and Tyler Young, focusing on the enduring importance of the rule of law.