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ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2025


  • Embassy Suites by Hilton Chicago 1823 Abriter Court Naperville, IL, 60563 United States (map)

ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2025

The ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2025 returns to Naperville on September 25–26, 2025, at the Embassy Suites, 1823 Abiter Court, Naperville, IL 60563.

Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association and sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, this two-day program brings solo and small firm attorneys together to learn, earn CLE credit, and build connections with colleagues and sponsors.

This year’s conference focuses on practical, real-world strategies for running a modern small practice in an AI-enabled landscape. You will explore how to use emerging tools responsibly, strengthen firm operations, reduce risk, and prepare for the future while expanding your professional network in a collegial setting.

Solo & Small Firm Conference Attendees Will Learn…

Across sessions and discussions, the program highlights issues that matter most to small firms today, with actionable takeaways you can apply immediately. Topics include:

  • How to use artificial intelligence ethically to market your law firm

  • The myths about managing employees and what you need to know

  • How proper incident planning can help thwart the cyber threats facing your practice

  • The future of limited scope representation

  • Why creating a succession plan for your law firm is so important

  • How the ARDC is handling AI-related complaints

  • How to use legal research tools in conjunction with new AI tools

  • And much more

ISBA Mutual is a Diamond Sponsor of the conference and is sponsoring the Conference Exhibitor Reception. Jeff Strand, President & CEO of ISBA Mutual, will take part in the Welcome and Introductions and will also present later on Risk Management, offering practical guidance to help firms reduce exposure and improve day-to-day decision-making.

Sign up for ISBA Solo & Small Firm Conference 2025

The conference takes place September 25–26, 2025, at the Embassy Suites, 1823 Abiter Court, Naperville, IL 60563.

Attend live onsite and earn up to 12.5 hours MCLE credit, including up to 10.0 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following categories:

  • 8.0 hours Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment credit

  • 1.0 hour Mental Health & Substance Abuse credit

  • 1.0 hour Diversity & Inclusion creditProgramming is designed to help you earn CLE credit while enhancing your knowledge and networking with colleagues.


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