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2022 Divorce Laws Impact Chicagoans

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In addition to allowing parties file motions requesting that their spouses cover their attorney fees, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act also brings changes that impact couples with minor children.

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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. The paper trail revealed scores of cases involving debt collection, business partnerships, estate settlements, divorce and real estate litigation. All this, and he did it without a computer! Ways Law Firms Win.

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Situations When You Need a Family Lawyer by Your Side in Illinois

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Now, be it a happy or devastating event, every family goes through a these times.

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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. This model is typically used when the anticipated work is predictable, such as simple estate planning, uncontested divorce and personal bankruptcy. About the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

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Self-Help Information by the Courts in 2021

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Colorado courts have a dedicated page for "Efiling for Non-Attorneys" at: [link] There are links to forms and video/written tutorials listed. Guide & File is designed for parties who are not represented by an attorney at: [link] These services are being rolled out statewide.

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This Was Not Your Grandparents’ ABA TECHSHOW

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Reardon, former executive director of the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism. The legaltech visionaries panel was moderated by Jack Newton of Clio and featured Kimberly Bennett of Fidu, Jazz Hampton of TurnSignl and Erin Levine of Hello Divorce.

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