Legal News & Updates

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

Shari Leming Has Achieved the Certified Legal Manager (CLM) Designation

Shari Leming Has Achieved the Certified Legal Manager (CLM) Designation. Please join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement!

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Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month – May 2025

Learn more about Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month through our latest DEI Spotlight.

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Meet Aidan!

Today, we spotlight Aidan!

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Spring Outing

We kicked off the spring season with a relaxing afternoon at Porter Kitchen & Deck. It was a great opportunity for our team to connect outside the office and enjoy…

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Thank you, Andrea!

Today marks the last day of Andrea Macias’ internship with us, and we are incredibly grateful for the time she has spent as part of our team.

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Catherine R. Locallo Has Been Named President of the Justinian Society of Lawyers

Join us in congratulating Catherine R. Locallo for her well-deserved installation as President of the Justinian Society of Lawyers.

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DEI Updates: Understanding the Pending Litigation and New OCR FAQs

The DEI landscape has changed once again. In the past two weeks, a federal judge issued a preliminary injunction temporarily halting certain provisions of the Trump Administration’s executive orders related to DEI.

Black History Month – 2025

Learn more about Black History Month in our latest DEI Spotlight.

Investing in Our Future Scholarship Gala

Robbins Schwartz proudly sponsored the "Investing in Our Future Scholarship Gala." Learn more about the event here.

Federal Government Issues New Guidance on DEI Enforcement

On February 14, 2025, the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), released a Dear Colleague letter to state and local educational institutions. The guidance and important implications are analyzed below. 

Now Available: 2025 Title IX Toolkit for Higher Educational Institutions

Robbins Schwartz is proud to offer our 2025 Title IX Toolkit for Higher Educational Institutions to assist institutions in implementation of the 2020 Title IX regulations. Learn how to purchase the toolkit here.

Meet Dan!

Today, we spotlight Dan Noonan!

Northwestern Law Panel – LGBTQ+ Student Organization

Learn about Associate Aaron Kacel's time serving on a panel at Northwestern Law.

Federal Government Issues Executive Order on Student Athletics and Sues Chicago, Cook County and Illinois Over Immigration Enforcement 

Read our latest law alert summarizing new executive order developments and their implications for institutions, including key timelines to note.