In Brief
We cultivate a collaborative, inclusive culture where our team shares knowledge and stays informed on legal developments. We value diversity, as different perspectives strengthen our ability to solve problems and advocate effectively. Beyond our legal services, we prioritize building relationships through internal events that promote camaraderie and a positive environment. This culture empowers us to deliver exceptional legal services and contributions to our clients and communities.
In Brief
Four Key Labor and Employment Law Developments for 2023
By Maritza Guevara |
Another year means another round of changes to labor and employment laws in Illinois of which all employers should be aware. Read our In-Brief on the updates below!
Race-Conscious Measures to Achieve Student Diversity Are in Jeopardy after Supreme Court Arguments
By Maritza Guevara |
The dust and ashes have settled from October 31, 2022’s five hours of fiery oral argument before the Supreme Court (the “Court”) on challenges to Harvard’s and the University of North Carolina’s (the “UNC”) use of race-conscious measures in student admissions.
2023 Consolidated Election Calendar
By Maritza Guevara |
This 2023 Consolidated Election Calendar has been prepared to provide key dates during the election cycle and information for boards, local election officials, and candidates.
Room Scans During Remote Examinations Violate Constitution, Ohio Federal District Court Says
By Maritza Guevara |
Last week, a federal district court in Ohio held that a university’s use of room scanning technology in the administration of an examination was unconstitutional and barred by the Fourth Amendment’s prohibition on unreasonable searches.
Public Access Counselor Clarifies That FOIA Protects Employee Information When a Request Targets a Bargaining Unit
By Maritza Guevara |
On June 30, 2022, the Illinois Attorney General’s Public Access Counselor (PAC) took the rare step of issuing a binding opinion that upheld a denial of a FOIA request for certain information about public employees.
ISBE and IDPH Release Updated COVID-19 Guidance Documents for the 2022-2023 School Year
By Maritza Guevara |
Without much fanfare, on June 30, 2022, three documents were issued to provide guidance to districts for the upcoming school year.
Court Lifts Stay of OSHA ETS Requirements for COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing
By Maritza Guevara |
Read our In-Brief!