Madison County Bar Association
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Todd Sivia named to Rising Stars list
EDWARDSVILLE – For a fourth consecutive year, Todd Sivia has been named to the Super Lawyers list of 2017 Rising Stars. -
Lavite’s ban from admin building becomes political issue; Federal suit questions use of veterans’ funds
EAST ST. LOUIS – Madison County judges proposed to fly themselves and others to California with money that veteran assistance superintendent Brad Lavite raised for veterans, according to a lawsuit Lavite filed against the county on Aug. 5. -
Edwardsville-based Sivia Law commemorates 10-year mark
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Law Day 2016 reveals children's side of Miranda rights
Some of the detainees in the Madison County Juvenile Detention Center say they learned too late the cost of not understanding or not embracing their right to stay silent during a police interrogation. -
Steven Wallace joins HeplerBroom
Attorney Steven Wallace has joined HeplerBroom’s banking and financial services team in its Edwardsville office. -
Rest in peace, champion of the forgotten
With the Oscar nominations being announced today, it seems only fitting that the first column of 2016 deals with subject matter that gave rise to an award winning performance. -
Madison County lawyers volunteer to help residents through pro bono work
The Third Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Committee continues to provide valuable service to Madison County residents in need of legal advice. -
Meghan Kane joins HeplerBroom as associate
Meghan C. Kane has joined HeplerBroom in its Edwardsville office as an associate attorney. Kane focuses her practice on complex business litigation matters, including toxic torts. -
Madison County to recognize volunteers during National Pro Bono Week Oct. 26-30
"Jennifer Shaw, who is receiving a pro bono award, while serving as a guardian ad litem for free, went above and beyond her duties," said Circuit Judge Barbara Crowder, who heads the Pro Bono Committee. "She took a trip to another state regarding an investigation, and due to her hard work, the case was heard smoothly and successfully." -
Troy Walton selected as an 'Emerging Lawyer'
Attorney Troy Walton of Schoen Walton Telken & Foster in Edwardsville has been selected as an “Emerging Lawyer” by the Leading Lawyers in the State of Illinois. Walton will be recognized in the October 2015 Top Settlements issue of Chicago Lawyer magazine. -
Hightower brings both civil and criminal experience to the bench
Jennifer L. Hightower, 32, will take the bench in Madison County with a resume that includes roles as asbestos litigator and prosecutor which she says have helped prepare her for her new role as judge. -
Choosing the next associate: 'Do the Right Thing'
(Editor's note: This commentary written by Alton attorney John J. -
HeplerBroom expands Edwardsville office with new associate attorney
Defense attorney Sheina R. Franco joins HeplerBroom’s Edwardsville office as an associate attorney. -
MCBA and Granite City attorney recognized for pro bono work
The Illinois State Bar Association will award the Madison County Bar Association and a Granite City attorney the 2015 John C. McAndrews Pro Bono Service Award. -
MCBA and Granite City attorney recognized for pro bono work
The Illinois State Bar Association awarded the Madison County Bar Association and a Granite City attorney the 2015 John C. McAndrews Pro Bono Service Award.