Remember back in 2023 when everyone like me posted about the Mata v. Avianca case, which seemed to be the first (or at least, the first to earn national attention) case in which lawyers filed briefs with citations hallucinated by generative artificial intelligence. The lawyers ended up sanctioned, some of my nerd friends got a
Three Commissioners on the Evolution of Legal Professionalism, Generational Change, and the Enduring Power of a Lawyer’s Word
Our Commissioner Spotlight series highlights the Illinois judges, lawyers, and educators who have been appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court to serve as Commissioners for the Commission on Professionalism.
These individuals are selected for their commitment to professionalism and contributions to the bar and their communities. During their term, they provide essential support and guidance
In Defense of the Handwritten Card
The image on the front of the card was a white lighthouse beaming against an orangey sunset and darkening lake. Although metaphors associated with lighthouses can seem almost overused, they capture the role this person played during an important
Ethical Considerations for Lawyers Using AI-Generated Audio to Summarize Documents
Picture a tool that can quickly summarize dense, voluminous documents in short soundbites. Got your attention?
Recently, a growing number of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms have begun experimenting with turning written content into highly tailored audio. For lawyers, these tools can transform long case opinions, pleadings, or appellate briefs, for example, into audio formats that
Clio Legal Trends Report Outlines Ways Technology Helps Firms Earn More From Clients and Cases
What do growing law firms in 2025 have in common? They use AI in their practices, according to a 2025 report on technology use in law firms from legal software provider Clio.
The report found that growing law firms have nearly doubled their revenue over the past four years, with only a 50% increase in
ARDC’s Guide for Illinois Lawyers on Implementing AI Responsibly
Illinois lawyers are increasingly asked to navigate the risks and benefits posed by artificial intelligence (AI) in their practices. While AI tools are abundant, resources outlining their implementation are limited and may not be objective when tied to a specific platform.
Thankfully, the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC) recently released “The Illinois
5 Social Media Metrics That Actually Matter for Lawyers
AI Usage Could Save U.S. Legal Industry $20 Billion Annually, Survey Finds
A recent report from Thomson Reuters found that using AI could unlock $20 billion annually for the legal profession, saving professionals five hours per week and equating to an annual value of $19,000 per employee.
Thomson Reuters’ annual Future of Professionals study explores how AI is impacting professionals in the legal, risk, compliance, accounting, audit,
Upcoming Legal Events in Illinois to Catch This Summer
Hello, summer! Warmer weather means new opportunities to spend time with friends, family, and your colleagues in the Illinois legal community.
Lawyers and judges can nurture existing relationships and build new ones at events hosted by bar and judicial associations in Illinois.
From golf outings to family picnics and paper-shredding to clambakes, these events can
Commission on Professionalism Chief Counsel Mark Palmer to Present at Legal Geek North America
The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism is pleased to announce that Chief Counsel Mark C. Palmer will present a session on “AI, Legal Advocacy, and the Power of Words” at Legal Geek North America, a leading legal innovation conference.
The presentation, which will be held on June 17, 2025, in Chicago, will explore