Programs

Judges answer practice‑focused questions from the day’s topics—financial caselaw, business valuation, family‑owned businesses, management interviews, fee enforcement, AI and tech, and civility in the courtroom—to highlight what persuades from the bench and how to avoid missteps.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Incivility in and around the courtroom is on the rise, making professionalism more important than ever. This session offers practical skills for navigating difficult situations while maintaining proper etiquette before the judge, with opposing counsel, and in all professional interactions—helping to foster civility, protect mental health, and strengthen your advocacy.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Securing an attorney fee judgment is only half the battle—collecting on it is where the real work begins. Join us for a practical overview of the enforcement of judgments, with a focus on attorney fee judgments in domestic relations matters. You’ll learn key strategies and procedures for turning a paper judgment into actual recovery, including the use of citations to discover assets, wage and bank garnishments, and liens. We’ll also address best practices for efficient and effective judgment enforcement. Whether you’re new to post-judgment practice or need a refresher on the essentials, this session will cover the fundamental steps and tactical insights you need to collect what you—or your firm—is owed.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Join us for a lively discussion on the latest legal and practical updates on AI and technology in the courtroom, focusing on new caselaw, ethical considerations, and practical tips for effective use - both in litigation and daily practice. Gain valuable insights from panel members whose real-world experience spans multiple disciplines, helping you navigate best practices.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Get hands-on strategies for preparing your client to handle management interviews in business valuation cases. Learn to set expectations, ensure clarity in responding to financial and operational questions and help your client communicate with credibility.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Understanding the basics of business valuation is critical when financial issues head to court. This session breaks down the key factors behind conclusions of value and explains essential terminology so you can confidently question experts, interpret reports, and present valuation issues effectively.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

2025 delivered major financial and tax shifts. This popular annual session delivers the must-know updates that could shape arguments and outcomes in your next case.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

Learn practical strategies for litigating family-owned businesses, from dividing non-transferable interests to structuring buyouts and securing payouts. Gain courtroom-ready insights on constructive ownership and the IMDMA.
Originally presented as part of Business Valuation, Financial & Tax Issues in Divorce 2026: Courtroom Skills and Practice.

This program provides real estate professionals with a grounding in the do's and don’ts of using Artificial intelligence (AI) in practice. Starting with a reality check on AI capabilities, this program also shares guidance and expectations provided by the State of Illinois. Understand where AI can fail in a real estate workflow and learn a set of practical guard rails for using AI in a real estate business.

A summary of recent Illinois case law and Public Access Counselor (PAC) opinions regarding the Open Meetings Act (OMA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). (December 2025)

Help your clients protect their intellectual property from the harmful impacts of the ecpanding global business of counterfeit and infringing goods via ecommerce platforms by learning about the mechanisms intellectual property owners have for stopping it.

In today’s hyper-connected world, a single tweet or Facebook post can end a career overnight. From viral videos of employee outbursts to heated political rants on personal accounts, social media has blurred the lines between our private opinions and professional lives. Employers are increasingly faced with difficult questions: Can we fire someone for what they say online? And employees are asking: Do we have any right to speak our minds without risking our jobs?