Gain practical insight into the evolving risks, delays, and uncertainties affecting tax buyers, municipalities, and property owners. This program examines the sweeping impact of Tyler v. Hennepin County on Illinois tax sale and tax deed practice, including how the Supreme Court’s takings analysis has disrupted long-standing enforcement procedures. It also analyzes the implementation failures of the Tyler Technologies tax system in Cook County and their consequences for tax collection, distribution, and real estate transactions.

Use these litigation-tested strategies to advise cannabis business clients on commercial and governance matters with clarity on regulatory touchpoints, contract enforceability, and risk management.

Taking a common‑problems approach, Danya Shakfeh examines the governance breakdowns that most often derail family business transitions, guiding attorneys through real‑world issues of ownership versus control, outdated governing documents, succession confusion, and buyout disputes.

As family‑owned entities mature, evolve, and sometimes fracture, governance failures often surface at the point of exit, requiring attorneys to create a soft landing for the estate planning objectives of the family with attention to governance, fairness, and family dynamics.

This program provides an overview of the problems and difficulties that can arise in real estate transactions, along with potential solutions.

This program provides an introduction and overview of the additional insured endorsement forms and scope of coverage available for construction projects.

When a client has ties to both Illinois and Florida, the choice of jurisdiction can significantly affect divorce timelines, leverage, and overall outcomes. This program compares key aspects of Illinois and Florida divorce law—including jurisdiction and residency requirements, property division, alimony or maintenance, parenting and custody, and child support—to help family law attorneys advise clients strategically from initial intake through final resolution.

For new lawyers and lawyers new to real estate practice, the course provides a selection of tips and guidance on how to improve your workflow and your clients’ experience.

A practical, authoritative guide for Illinois practitioners, this handbook addresses every phase of trust practice from creation and administration to litigation and termination while exploring trustee duties, taxation and investments, charitable trusts, court involvement, and compliance under the Illinois Trust Code.