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We monitor legal developments to provide timely, insightful guidance, keeping our clients informed of the latest changes in laws, regulations, and industry trends. Our team stays engaged in the evolution of the law, enabling us to proactively address emerging issues and offer strategic counsel for both current and future challenges.

Latest Updates & News

2025 ED-RED & Lake ROE Mini-Summit Recap

Recap of 2025 ED-RED & Lake ROE Mini-Summit.

Cook County Bar Association Minority Law Student Job Fair

2025 Cook County Bar Association Minority Law Student Job Fair

Helsinki, Finland - July 1, 2019: Shelf with LGBTQ awareness books at the Oodi Helsinki Central Library.

LGBTQ+ Books in Schools and Religious Rights Under Review by SCOTUS

The U.S. Supreme Court will be weighing in on an important case, Mahmoud v. Taylor, concerning parental rights to the free exercise of religion and the authority of school districts over curriculum content and required instruction in the classroom.

Supreme Court Reverses “Reverse Discrimination” Employment Law Standard

On June 4, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court released its decision in the case of Ames v. Ohio Dept. of Youth Services.

2025 ED-RED & Lake ROE Mini-Summit

Join us at the 2025 ED-RED & Lake ROE Mini-Summit.

A multiracial group of elementary age girls sit together on a school bus and smile directly at the camera.

Bill Requiring Seat Belts on School Buses Goes to Governor for Signature

The Illinois General Assembly recently passed Senate Bill 191, which would add Section 12-826 to the Illinois Vehicle Code, requiring seat belts to be installed on each newly purchased school bus.

Apr 25, 2025 | Our Firm Community

Join Robbins Schwartz Attorneys at IASBO’s 2025 Annual Conference

Join Robbins Schwartz Attorneys as they present at IASBO's 2025 Annual Conference.

Apr 24, 2025 | Our Firm Community

Administrative Professionals Day

Thank you to our dedicate team for all that you do!

Apr 21, 2025 | Law Alerts, News

Available Now: Frequently Asked Questions (“FAQ”): Termination of Legal Status of F-1 Visa International Students

In recent weeks, colleges nationwide discovered that some international students' legal status was terminated, raising questions about what it means, how to support students, and potential institutional risks. Robbins Schwartz has created an FAQ to help schools navigate this evolving issue.

Apr 16, 2025 | Our Firm Community

NEF Building a Passion Breakfast

Our team enjoyed attending the NEF Building a Passion Breakfast!

Apr 15, 2025 | Our Firm Community

Associate Darts Tournament

A little friendly competition for our Associate Attorneys!

Apr 15, 2025 | Our Firm Community

Join Holly E. Jacobs at AERA’s 2025 Annual Meeting

Join Robbins Schwartz Attorney Holly E. Jacobs at AERA's 2025 Annual Meeting.

Apr 9, 2025 | Our Firm Community

Meet Michael!

Meet Michael, a talented attorney in our student group!

Apr 7, 2025 | Law Alerts

Seventh Circuit Sides with Professor in Academic Freedom Case

On March 12, 2025, the Seventh Circuit revived a lawsuit by UIC Law Professor Jason Kilborn, who claims the school retaliated against him for protected speech. Read more in our latest law alert.