THE LOOKOUT
September 2025

Recently the Illinois Attorney General reached out to the IPA to make us aware of an investigation they are conducting regarding a complaint they received about a group that may be engaging in the unauthorized practice of law or UPL. As many of us know, there are serious consequences that can come about when a paralegal engages in UPL including fines and even jail time. We thought we would take the opportunity to bring you our version of the 10 Commandments as a reminder of some of the most important items to keep in mind.

One of IPA's purposes is to advance the paralegal profession. In so doing, we will be featuring articles to aid you in career development in this section of The Lookout.

• "Off the Record: Medicare Closes the Door on Reporting Certain Claims", by Michael Flower, ExamWorks Compliance Solutions
• "Stranger Things: When Mandatory MSA Reporting Gets Weird", by Marty Cassavoy, ExamWorks Compliance Solutions
• ABA Adopts Anti-Bullying Resolution Based on Commission’s ‘Bullying in the Legal Profession’ Report, by 2Civility
• Integrating AI-Assisted Review into Existing Legal Workflows, by reveal
• Generative AI Costs in Ediscovery: A Practical Guide to Pricing, ROI, and More, by Everlaw
  

• Illinois Pattern Criminal Jury Instructions
  

• NALA CLE Opportunities
  
  • The Science of Marijuana in Impairment Cases, October 7
  • The Science of Opioids for Legal Professionals, November 5

Are You Looking For A New Paralegal Position?

Are you aware that the IPA's website lists Employment Opportunities? Employers throughout the state post job listings on our website. New listings are added almost daily. If you are looking for a job, this is the first place you should look!

Is Your Firm Looking To Hire A Paralegal?

If your employer is seeking to hire a paralegal, please remind your HR department that listings can be placed on the IPA's website.  There is no fee to place a listing.

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