Illinois State Bar Association President's Page

06/22/2026

06/21/2026

“Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August.” –Jenny Han, The Summer I Turned Pretty ⛱ ☀️ 🍉

06/21/2026

Today, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who guide, support, and inspire us every day. Thank you for the values you instill, the sacrifices you make, and the example you set for future generations. 👔🩶

From all of us at the Illinois State Bar Association, we wish you a happy and meaningful Father's Day.

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

Announcing the Illinois State Bar Association 2027 President’s Club with Perry and Michelle Browder!

🚢 8-NIGHT ITALY + DALMATIAN COAST CRUISE

📅 May 25 — June 2, 2027

⚓ Learn more about this exciting ISBA President's Trip 🔗
https://web.cvent.com/event/63d3f3e8-d6b2-4b7e-be01-b26a044d10e1/summary

06/16/2026

Simmons Hanly Conroy Partner Perry Browder has been inaugurated as President of the Illinois State Bar Association, a role that places him at the forefront of one of the nation's most respected and influential legal organizations.

Throughout his career, Perry has dedicated himself to serving clients, advancing the practice of law, and mentoring the next generation of attorneys. His inauguration is a testament to the leadership, integrity, and commitment to justice that have defined his career.

Join us in congratulating Perry on this remarkable and well-deserved honor! Read more: https://bit.ly/4xv0CBz

06/11/2026

Welcome to the 2026 ISBA Annual Meeting in St. Louis!

06/10/2026

Our 2026 ISBA Annual Meeting Starts TOMORROW, June 11!

✨ Ritz-Carlton | St. Louis ✨

Onsite registration is available.

isba.org/annual

Meet us in St. Louis!

06/10/2026

The ISBA 2026–27 Executive Officers were officially sworn in on June 4, 2026, at the Supreme Court of Illinois Building in Springfield. ⚖️

Congratulations to our new leaders as they embark on their term of service!

✨ President-Elect Sarah E. Toney
✨ 2nd Vice President Heather A. McPherson
✨ 3rd Vice President Emily N. Masalski
✨ Ex-officio Bridget C. Duignan

[1st Photo L-R: Duignan, Masalski, McPherson, Toney]

We’re excited to celebrate with our members and their guests during in St. Louis, happening this Thursday, 6/11, and Friday, 6/12. Walk-in registration is available.

🔗 isba.org/annual

📷: Kari Bedford Photography

06/09/2026

📣 It's ISBA Member Appreciation Month! 🎉

Renew your ISBA membership by June 30, 2026 to be entered into a drawing to win 1 of 5 pairs of Sony WH-1000XM6 Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones (or cash-equivalent VISA gift card). 🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧

[If you opt to pay your membership dues by check, your mailing must be postmarked by June 30 to be entered in the contest.]

🔗 Visit isba.org/thanks to view our Member Appreciation Month free CLE, contests, discounts, & giveaways!