RULE 718 PROVISIONS OF LEGAL SERVICES FOLLOWING DETERMINATION OF MAJOR DISASTER

 

For Out-of-State Lawyers

Under Supreme Court Rule 718, out-of-state lawyers may practice in Illinois following the determination of a major disaster in this state, or within the US jurisdiction in which the lawyer primarily practices.

Attorneys applying for authorization subject to Supreme Court 718 must complete a statement pursuant to Rule 718(h).  Sample statements are provided below.

Completed statements may be returned via email, regular mail or facsimile to:

ARDC Registration Department
One Prudential Plaza
130 E. Randolph Dr., Suite 1500
Chicago, IL 60601-3219
FAX:  (312) 565-0997
Email: registration@iardc.org

     Supreme Court Rule 718(b) Sample Statement - Statement for providing legal services following a major disaster in Illinois.

     Supreme Court Rule 718(c) Sample Statement - Statement for providing legal services following a major disaster in your primary practice jurisdiction.

If you have any questions, please contact our Registration Department at registration@iardc.org or by telephone at (312) 565-2600 or, from within Illinois, at (800) 826-8625. You can also reach the Registration Department by facsimile at (312) 565-0997.