Practice resources

These resources are written for legal professionals doing legal aid or pro bono work. If you do not have legal training, they may be difficult to understand. Visit resources from the main menu for legal information written and designed for the public. Note: IICLE resources are only available to legal aid employees.

Other business and work issues Resources
Business and commercial litigation
A lawyer resource on business and commercial litigation, offering guidance on pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial practice. 2026 Edition.
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Business Bankruptcy Practice
Attorney resource for business bankruptcy including rules, alternatives, and representing secured and unsecured creditors. 2026 edition.
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Business Law: Choice of Entity
A lawyer resource on business law that guides attorneys in selecting the appropriate entity type for clients, including tax considerations, fiduciary duties, and formation of Illinois corporations. 2024 Edition.
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Causes of Action: Contract and Business Disputes
A lawyer resource that covers common causes of action in contract and business disputes, explaining breach of contract, debt recovery, specific performance, shareholder suits, and more. 2024 Edition.
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Contract Law
A lawyer resource on contract law, covering contract formation, performance, modification, and breach. 2023 Edition.
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Elements of Illinois Law: Environmental Law
A lawyer resource that provides a basic overview of common environmental law issues, including relevant federal, state, and local laws. 2023 Edition
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Estate Administration: Business and Tax-Related Issues
A lawyer resource on estate administration focusing on managing a decedent's business and related federal and Illinois estate and income tax issues. 2025 Edition.
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Intellectual Property Law
A lawyer resource on intellectual property law, addressing key issues in patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, licensing, and artificial intelligence. 2025 Edition
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Representing the Parties to a Construction Project
A lawyer resource for attorneys representing various parties in construction projects, including architects, private owners, public entities, contractors, and lenders. 2024 Edition.
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