Legal News and Developments
Selected news, informational articles, videos, and other media on legal system developments shared for public awareness and educational purposes.
Illinois Supreme Court Appoints Judge Michael Cabonargi To Ninth Subcircuit Of Cook County
The Illinois Supreme Court has announced the appointment of Cook County Circuit Court Judge Michael Cabonargi to the Ninth Subcircuit of Cook County. Judge Cabonargi is being appointed to fill the vacancy created by [...]
Illinois Supreme Court Appoints Hon. Timothy Evans To First District Appellate Court
The Illinois Supreme Court has announced the appointment of Cook County Circuit Judge Timothy C. Evans to the First District Appellate Court. Judge Evans is being appointed to fill the vacancy created by the [...]
Chief Justice P. Scott Neville To Receive Prestigious Hastie Award
July 29, 2026 Illinois Supreme Court Chief Justice P. Scott Neville, Jr., will be honored today, July 29, as the recipient of the William H. Hastie Award by the National Bar Association (NBA) at [...]
Rep. Delia Ramirez Raises Concerns Following Congressional Visit to Kentucky ICE Detention Center
U.S. Rep. Delia Ramirez (IL-03) joined fellow members of Congress in conducting an oversight visit to the Campbell County Detention Center in Newport, Kentucky, where she met with constituents being held in ICE custody. [...]
Why Victims Often Struggle to Find Justice in Illinois
Many people know about Miranda Rights, but far fewer understand the rights available to crime victims or the legal barriers that can prevent accountability when constitutional rights are violated. In the video discussion below, [...]
Illinois Supreme Court Hires First Title II ADA Compliance Attorney
June 23, 2026 The Illinois Supreme Court and Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) today announced the hiring of Anna Hurst as the AOIC’s Title II ADA Compliance Attorney, a newly created position [...]
Jerome Galang Named Director of Illinois Judicial College
June 18, 2026 The Illinois Supreme Court and the Administrative Office of the Illinois Courts (AOIC) are pleased to announce the selection of Jerome Galang as the new Director of the Illinois Judicial College [...]
Examining Voting Rights And Supreme Court Reform
A recent Chicago Sun-Times op-ed by Chicago Council of Lawyers Board Member Robert Lehrer explores the implications of recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions affecting the Voting Rights Act and the broader debate surrounding judicial reform. [...]
Robert Held on Accountability, Due Process, and Speaking Out
In this powerful video, Chicago Council of Lawyers Board Member Robert Held reflects on his experience being arrested on felony aggravated battery charges and the importance of due process, independent courts, and civic engagement. [...]
Calls Grow for Increased Accountability in ICE Agent Battery Case
A Chicago Tribune article examines the ongoing case involving ICE agent Adam Saracco, who faces misdemeanor battery charges following an alleged December attack on Chicago attorney, activist, and Chicago Council of Lawyers Board Member Robert [...]