Adam C. Toosley, Thompson Coburn LLP,Chicago
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Our March FLASHPOINTS Author Spotlight recognizes Adam C. Toosley, who most recently served as a contributing author of CONSTRUCTION LAW DISPUTES (IICLE®, 2025).
The IICLE Online Library is “an indispensable part” of Toosley’s legal practice: “Whether I need a quick refresher on a familiar issue or am tackling a subject for the first time, [the Online Library is] always my starting point. [Its] depth, clarity, and practicality make [it] an unmatched research tool for any Illinois practitioner.” Those very qualities are why he has “fully integrated [the IICLE Online Library] into the training of young associates” at his firm. “When an associate is assigned to a matter in an unfamiliar area of law, I consistently recommend the relevant IICLE chapters so they can quickly build a strong foundational understanding through a concise, accessible format.”
In addition to his work on CONSTRUCTION LAW DISPUTES (IICLE®, 2025), Toosley has also recently served as a contributing author of CAUSES OF ACTION: CONTRACT AND BUSINESS DISPUTES (IICLE®, 2024), MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE: CORRESPONDING ISSUES (IICLE®, 2024), and REPRESENTING THE PARTIES TO A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT (IICLE®, 2024). As to why he became an IICLE author, Toosley explained: “Most importantly, I believe strongly in giving back to the profession. I benefited tremendously from exceptional teachers and mentors early in my career, and contributing to IICLE allows me to support and educate the next generation of attorneys. In addition, authoring chapters sharpens my own practice. It forces me to stay current with evolving caselaw and statutes, rather than relying solely on past experience, serving as a valuable reminder that the law is constantly changing. Finally, I genuinely enjoy legal writing beyond traditional pleadings, and my work with IICLE provides a meaningful outlet for that passion.”
Adam C. Toosley is a Partner at Thompson Coburn LLP in Chicago, where he focuses his practice on business litigation. He has been recognized as a Leading Lawyer and a Super Lawyer in both Illinois and Michigan. Toosley received his BA from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and his JD from the University of Illinois College of Law.