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Ethics in Collections: Rules v Practice is the fifth course in the series on monetary judgments. This panel discussion addresses a series of issues on the professional ethics involved in collection of monetary judgments. In each case, a situation is presented, along with accompanying questions. The panel then provides their perspective on the issue along with reference to the relevant rule of professional conduct.

Replevin, Detinue & Attachment, the fourth course in the monetary judgments series, introduces the principles and practices associated with Replevin, Detinue, and Attachment. Included is a discussion of the nature and application of each process, along with the advantages and disadvantages of each, both in legal and practical terms.

Secrets of the Citation Act and Wage Deductions and Garnishment, the second and third part of the monetary judgments series, the discussion turns to Citations to Discover Assets, along with Wage Deduction and Garnishment (Non-Wage). Topics covered include: The shift away from use of deductions and garnishment and toward use of citations, what a citation to discover assets is and what it can do, limitations on their use, and how and when deductions and non-wage garnishment can still be effective.

Introduction to Judgments is the first in a series of courses on monetary judgments. This module provides an overview of the subject. Topics covered include introducing what a monetary judgment is, the forms judgments can take, and how each form can be enforced.

This series of courses addresses topics around obtaining, enforcing, and collecting monetary and non-monetary judgments from the perspective of creditors' attorneys and creditors' rights under Illinois law.

The Northwest Housing Preservation Ordinance changes the process for selling multi-unit and rental properties in a portion of Chicago. What is this new law, what difficulties does it pose for real estate investors and lawyers, and what is being done about it?

This course provides an overview of eligibility for the VA Veterans Pension Program and Survivor’s Benefits.

This course provides an overview of the activities that occur before a personal injury case ever gets to trial.

This course explores how your expertise as a real estate attorney can be transformed into powerful, engaging content that builds your personal brand and grows your practice.

This course examines how arbitration clauses have evolved over the years, specifically how the enforceability of arbitration clauses has fallen under increased scrutiny. The trends are examined from a federal level as well as state level, in terms of specific legislation and court decisions that have influenced the enforceability of arbitration clauses.

This course addresses the issues faced by attorneys when they are required to obtain court approval of a settlement involving a minor. The presentation will cover the interplay between common law, local court rules, and the Probate Act.

Recent changes in independent contractor law, including stricter penalties for misclassification and evolving rules on restrictive covenants, could significantly impact businesses. The program explores these developments and their real-world implications for employers, emphasizing the importance of compliance.