Hinshaw Attorneys Contribute Six Chapters to the 2025 Edition of the "Attorneys’ Legal Liability" IICLE Handbook

June 12, 2025

A team of Hinshaw attorneys collaborated to contribute six chapters to the newly released 2025 edition of the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education (IICLE) "Attorneys' Legal Liability" handbook. IICLE, the leading provider of continuing legal education in Illinois since 1961, publishes resources designed to support and educate Illinois attorneys on the latest developments in the legal profession.

Edited by former Hinshaw partner Thomas McGarry, "Attorneys' Legal Liability" is an invaluable handbook that describes the critical legal and ethical responsibilities that every Illinois attorney must navigate to protect their livelihood. The guide delves into key topics, including professional standards, duties to clients, malpractice, attorney-client privilege, conflicts of interest, and duties to the court. It also provides practical insights on liability insurance, risk management, and the essential strategies to prevent legal pitfalls.

Individual Chapter Contributions

The following chapters were authored and co-authored by Hinshaw attorneys, covering a range of insights on ethical duties, legal liability, and risk management:

Handbook authors also acknowledged the contributions of Hinshaw associates Camille Evans, Margaret Hayes, and Matthew Pagano in the preparation of individual chapter content.

The guide is available for purchase on the IICLE website.

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