The NIU Law Student Bar Association will host Casino Night, an annual tradition that brings together alums, students and community members for a night of
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Jill Konen (’02) Sworn-In as Associate Judge
The Honorable Jill K. Konen (’02) was sworn-in as an associate judge in the 23rd Judicial Circuit on September 23, 2022 at the DeKalb County
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NIU Law Launches new Business Law Clinic with Reception on Sept. 28
The Northern Illinois University College of Law is excited to announce that it will launch a new Business Law Innovation Clinic (BLIC) starting in August
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NIU Law to Honor Award Recipients on Sept. 13
Northern Illinois University College of Law Dean Cassandra Hill and the NIU Law Alumni Council will honor seven outstanding alumni and friends of the school
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NIU Law to Host Race and the Law Conversation on Housing & Racial Disparities
Join the NIU College of Law for the next Race and the Law Conversation, “Housing & Racial Disparities” on Wednesday, August 31 at 6:00 p.m.
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Beverly Jones (’15) Honored with CCBA Presidential Award
Beverly Jones (’15) received a Presidential Award at the Cook County Bar Association’s (CCBA) 108th Annual Installation and Awards Banquet on June 24, 2022. CCBA’s
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Judge Eugene Doherty (’89) Appointed to the Illinois Appellate Court
The Honorable Eugene Doherty (’89) was appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court to the Illinois Appellate Court, Fourth Judicial District, effective July 14, 2022. Judge
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2022 Award Nominations Now Being Accepted
The NIU College of Law Alumni Council is seeking nominations for its 2022 Awards Program. Nominate an exceptional NIU Law graduate for their outstanding achievements
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Louis G. Apostol (’78) Reappointed Public Administrator and Elected to CBA Board
Hon. Louis G. Apostol (’78) was reappointed Public Administrator of Cook County by Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker in 2022. Prior to this appointment, he served
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NIU Law to Host Annual Golf Outing on June 3
We are excited to host our 17th Annual Golf Outing! Alumni and friends are invited to join us to help close the course and raise
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Amber Bishop (’12) Promoted to Partner at SmithAmundsen
Amber Bishop (’12) was recently promoted to partner in banking and financial institutions in the Crystal Lake office of SmithAmundsen. Amber serves as corporate counsel
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NIU Law & ACS to Host Illinois Supreme Court Candidate Forum
The NIU College of Law and The Chicago Lawyer Chapters of the American Constitution Society (ACS) present the Illinois 2nd District Illinois Supreme Court Democratic
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