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Benfield and Johnson-Monfort Featured Authors in ISBA Tort Trends Vol. 61 No. 2

Posted on October 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM by Mark Benfield, Kathryn Johnson-Monfort

We are proud to celebrate the publication of a new article, “Sounding in Healing Arts Malpractice: Which Allegations Are Noisy...

Mike Schag Returns to Midwest Asbestos Conference to Tackle Key Jurisdiction Issues

Posted on September 9, 2025 at 2:15 PM by Michael Schag

We are pleased to announce that on September 8, 2025, Mike Schag, Co-Chair of the Toxic Tort and Asbestos Practice...

Illinois Workers’ Compensation Law, 2025-2026 ed. (Vol. 27, Illinois Practice Series) – Now Available!

Posted on August 26, 2025 at 10:56 AM by Bruce Bonds

Stay ahead with the definitive resource for Illinois workers’ compensation law. This updated edition, released August 22, 2025, delivers expert...

Minuteman Alert: Illinois Personal Jurisdiction Update

Posted on August 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM by Michael Schag

Heyl Royster is monitoring recent legal developments affecting out-of-state defendants. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has enacted new legislation that may...

Heyl Royster Attorneys Enhance Federal Litigation Skills at CLE Session

Posted on July 18, 2025 at 10:00 AM by Kristina Bitzer, Christopher Drinkwine, Jacquelin Pulak, Emma Grace Redmond-Mattucci, Michael Verbic, Nicholas Zammuto

Attorneys and Summer Associates from Heyl Royster's Rockford office recently participated in a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) session at the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Western Division. The seminar was presented by U.S. District Court Judge Iain Johnston and U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael Iasparro, focusing on Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 30(b)(6) regarding Corporate Representative Depositions. This topic is particularly relevant to our attorneys' federal civil defense practices.

Tobin Taylor Joins the Heart of Illinois United Way Board of Directors

Posted on June 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM by Nikki Cole

Tobin Taylor, Managing Partner at Heyl Royster, has been elected to the Heart of Illinois United Way Board of Directors. Since its inception in 1921, the Heart of Illinois United Way has united leaders from various backgrounds to address local challenges and ensure that resources remain within the community. Their essential work advocates for those in need and drives meaningful change. At Heyl Royster, there is a strong emphasis on community engagement, encouraging attorneys and staff to participate in service and leadership roles. Tobin's election to the board reflects this commitment, and the firm takes pride in his leadership.