Government & Legislative Law

Materials from the 2018 program, 6th Annual Local Government Law Institute

The Local Government Law Institute offers more than 6 hours of updates and information on crucial issues for lawyers who work with and for units of local government.

If your practice involves working for or with units of local government, you can't miss the Annual Local Government Law Institute. With a carefully crafted agenda presented by a committee of experienced Illinois attorneys, this program is the best opportunity for comprehensive, practical guidance on local government law issues, including a host of timely and relevant topics along with crucial updates on statutory changes and case law.

Hear from the PAC’s staff to learn how they process inquiries and analyze matters that come before them. Understand some of their recent decisions. Originally presented as part of the 7th Annual Local Government Law Institute, available in its entirety as P9017-19U.

Learn best practices for handling social media issues in the context of local government practice.

Learn tips and guidance on how to deal with difficult situations and officials, while not losing your cool. Originally presented as part of the 7th Annual Local Government Law Institute, available in its entirety as P9017-19U.

Complete guide about Illinois election law.

Practical guide for attorneys representing property owners or government entities in eminent domain proceedings.

Understand the most current issues concerning eminent domain law in Illinois. Originally presented as part of the 7th Annual Local Government Law Institute, available in its entirety as P9017-19U.

This handbook, updated by attorneys at the Illinois Farm Bureau, is a practical guide to environmental issues surrounding farming law.

Local governments must be aware of the constantly changing landscape on which they operate based on the decisions of legislators, regulators and the courts. Learn about legislation and relevant 2019 cases from federal and Illinois courts that have impacted Illinois local governmental units. Learn about both the practical and policy impacts of new legislation and case law to stay informed and take proactive measures for your clients in response to these changes.

Increase your understanding of how the executive and legislative branches really operate. Get practitioners’ pragmatic insights concerning conventional ways to access government on behalf of your clients with this three part web series.