Local Government Attorney's Guide to What Not to Do in Employment Law

The Courts, the Illinois General Assembly, and the US Congress have been very busy in 2025 on multiple critically important matters related to governmental bodies at all levels. We’ll cover the most important judicial and legislative activities from 2025 and their impacts on Illinois local government.
Originally presented as part of Local Government Law Institute 2025.

Managing public spaces means balancing free speech rights with practical concerns. This session explores how the First Amendment applies to government property—like meeting rooms, parade routes, and protest areas—and offers guidance on handling controversial users, First Amendment audits, and forum classifications. Learn how to navigate these issues while maintaining compliance and public trust.
Originally presented as part of Local Government Law Institute 2025.

Hear from an engaging panel of faculty members for a wide-ranging conversation on federalism and how it shapes the everyday work of local government attorneys.
Originally presented as part of Local Government Law Institute 2025.