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KSN Celebrates 30th Anniversary
May 1, 2013
KSN Celebrates our 30th Anniversary today. Thank you to our team, our clients and our business partners for your support and we look forward to many more years together!
Who is a “No Nonsense Guy Amid Much Bumping and Jostling?”
January 25, 2013
Bob Nesbit is featured in an article in the January, 2013 edition of Leading Lawyers Magazine.
KSN Super Lawyers 2013
January 8, 2013
David M. Bendoff, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2013. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Bryant Gomez, Katharine W. Griffith, Michael G. Kreibich, Nicholas R. Mitchell, Christopher E. Ralph, and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2013 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Chicagoland Apartment Association CAMME Award
October 26, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is proud to announce that we were awarded the Chicagoland Apartment Association (CAA) CAMME award for Community Service on October 26th, 2012.
KSN Launches New Collection Status Online (CSO) for Associations
September 12, 2012
The new Association Collection Status Online (CSO) is now available to Property Managers and clients to view status on active collection and/or foreclosure matters beginning September 12, 2012. You may access the CSO from the home page of www.ksnlaw.com at the link on the top of the page labeled, "Client CSO Login" where you will find the CSO link and information on how to obtain a username and password.
MCD Media Awards Jordan Shifrin their Lifetime Achievement Award
July 18, 2012
Congratulations to Jordan Shifrin who has been awarded the Condo Lifestyles Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented at a luncheon to celebrate this achievement on August 2nd in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Community Involvement - KSN Blood Drive
June 26, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit sponsored a blood drive on June 21st with the help of Life Source. Over 50 patients will benefit from these life-saving donations and we thank all who participated. Did you know that there is a high level of need for blood donors during the summer months? If you missed our blood drive but would still like to contribute, please visit www.lifesource.org to find an upcoming donor event near you.
Community Involvement - KSN Blood Drive
June 21, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and Hamilton Partners will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, register online at www.lifesource.org. Use sponsor code 164D. Or call 1-877-543-3768.
Community Involvement - KSN Food Drive
May 2, 2012
The Community Involvement Committee of Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit coordinated a successful April Food Drive. KSN employees donated food items to the Wheeling Food Pantry to be distributed to area families in need as well as pet food and supplies to the Buddy Foundation, a local non-profit that cares for shelter animals.
Community Involvement - Children's Memorial Hospital
March 13, 2012
For the second year, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees donated supplies, as well as time and funds, to assemble 120 arts and crafts activity packets for the patients at Children's Memorial Hospital.
Jordan Shifrin Named in Leading Lawyers Top Ten List
March 5, 2012
Jordan I. Shifrin has been named No. 3 in the Top Ten Suburban Real Estate Related Attorneys in Illinois by Leading Lawyers Magazine.
2011 Giving Tree Program
January 12, 2012
2011 marked the sixth anniversary of the Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit Giving Tree, providing an opportunity for its employees to donate holiday gifts to those in need. As part of our Community Involvement programs in 2011, we provided gifts for over 70 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
KSN Super Lawyers 2012
January 10, 2012
David M. Bendoff, Richard W. Hillsberg, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2012. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Michael G. Kreibich, Nicholas R. Mitchell, Christopher E. Ralph, Michael J. Shifrin and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2012 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Manager License Application Now Available
November 11, 2011
The application for the Community Association Manager License is now available.
Condo Talk Debuts in Daily Herald
November 5, 2011
David M. Bendoff debuts the Condo Talk column in the Daily Herald, read his first article here and find it every week in the Daily Herald and in the KSN Knowledge Center.
Manager Licensing
October 1, 2011
The Community Association Manager Licensing and Disciplinary Act was adopted July 1, 2010. The Rules implementing the Act were adopted October 1, 2011.
Changes to Illinois Common Interest Community Association Act
August 26, 2011
Public Act 97-0605 was signed into law on August 26, 2011, providing many important amendments to the Common Interest Community Association Act. Client Alert.
Diane Silverberg Selected for the Litigation Counsel of America
August 8, 2011
Diane J. Silverberg has been selected for Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America, whose membership is limited to less that one half of one percent of American attorneys. Fellows are selected based upon excellence and accomplishment in litigation and superior ethical reputation.
Successful Significant Real Estate Tax Reduction for Lake County Condo Association
July 13, 2011
Our office, in conjunction with co-counsel, Elliott & Associates, obtained a significant reduction in the assessed value for one of our Lake County Condominium Association clients resulting in huge savings for the owners. Historically, it has been difficult to obtain a tax reduction in the collar counties, but we were able to obtain a reduction of over $1.6 million, resulting in potential tax savings of over half a million dollars for the owners. For details on having your Condominium Association's property taxes reduced, in the collar counties or Cook County, contact our property tax paralegal Sheila Bell, sbell@ksnlaw.com or 847-777-7267.
KSN Launches New Website
April 11, 2011
KSN launches www.ksnlaw.net to serve its Business, Estate Planning, and Commercial Real Estate clients.
FHA Certification Webinar
February 23, 2011
Kerry T. Bartell presented a webinar on FHA Certification for Associations.
New Principals Named
February 3, 2011
Julie A. Jacobson and Jessica L. Ryan were recently named as principals of KSN.
Robert A. Sternberg Receives Award
February 3, 2011
Robert A. Sternberg has been awarded two 2010 Collaboration Awards by Midwest Business Brokers & Intermediaries (MBBI), one of the largest associations of Merger and Acquisition advisors in the Midwest.
KSN Super Lawyers 2011
January 4, 2011
David M. Bendoff, Richard W. Hillsberg, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2011. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Christopher E. Ralph and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2011 Illinois Rising Stars list.
2010 Giving Tree Program
December 30, 2010
For the fifth year in a row, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees have given holiday gifts to those in need. In 2010 we provided gifts for approximately 60 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
CSO
December 16, 2010
KSN announces the launch of its newly designed and enhanced Collection Status Online (CSO) which will make it easier for our clients to find information and updates on pending collection matters. Read more >
Dual Point of Contact Roll Out
November 15, 2010
In response to feedback from Property Managers and Association clients, KSN implemented the Dual Point of Contact (DPC), which channels all Collections-related client communications through two primary KSN contacts: an account representative and court file representative. Read more >
Jordan I. Shifrin selected as 2010 honoree in Business Ledger Awards
August 17, 2010
Jordan I. Shifrin was selected as a 2010 honoree in The Business Ledger's 11th annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards program in the Lifetime Achievement category.
2010 Race Judicata
July 21, 2010
As part of the firm's community involvement, we participated in Race Judicata, a 5K Run/Walk benefiting Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. CVLS provides free legal representation to struggling families in Chicago dealing with common civil issues such as foreclosure, bankruptcy or adoption. You can visit www.cvls.org to learn more about CVLS and the great work they do. This is the fourth year in a row we have participated in this event.
Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Conference
April 22, 2010
Robert A. Sternberg participated in a panel delving into current issues impacting real estate and related legal considerations at the Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Conference.
2010 Food Drive
April 6, 2010
The firm's Community Involvement Committee organized the Second Annual KSN Food Drive to benefit the Vernon Township Food Pantry. The Pantry collects dry goods and canned foods to benefit approximately 200 families in the Lake County portion of Buffalo Grove and surrounding area. The food drive ran from March 15 to March 31, 2010. Firm employees donated over 150 items and the firm added $5 per item for the first 100 items.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Top 100 Real Estate attorneys
March 9, 2010
For the second year in a row, Jordan I. Shifrin was named one of the Top 100 Real Estate attorneys in Illinois by the Leading Lawyers Network.
KSN Super Lawyers 2010
January 19, 2010
David M. Bendoff, John H. Bickley III, Richard W. Hillsberg, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, Gerald J. Smoller, and Robert A. Sternberg were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2010. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Julie A. Jacobson, Michael G. Kreibich, and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2010 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Jordan I. Shifrin will write another chapter for Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
January 7, 2010
Jordan I. Shifrin has been engaged to write another chapter for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, for its soon to be published handbook on not-for-profit-corporations. This will be Mr. Shifrin’s fourth chapter for IICLE. He has already written chapters on condominium and homeowners association law for IICLE’s Condominium Law, Real Estate Transactions, and Real Estate Litigation handbooks.
Gifts given to residents of WINGS
December 30, 2009
For the fourth year in a row, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees have given holiday gifts to those in need. In 2009 we provided gifts for approximately 60 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
Leading Lawyers in Illinois named
November 30, 2009
Alan D. Kovitz, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, and Robert A. Sternberg have again been named as Leading Lawyers in Illinois (see our recent firm profile from Leading Lawyer magazine).
KSN Super Lawyers 2009
November 30, 2009
David M. Bendoff, John H. Bickley III, Richard W. Hillsberg, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, Gerald J. Smoller, and Robert A. Sternberg were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2009. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Michael G. Kreibich and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2009 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Benefit for Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation
June 16, 2009
On July 30, 2009 we again participated in Race Judicata, a 5K Run/Walk benefiting Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. This was our third year as a proud supporter of this event.
KSN donates to Lake County PADS
December 30, 2008
The firm is committed to giving back to our community and we participate in a variety of charitable events throughout the year, including our Holiday Giving Tree - for the past three years, we have worked with a Lake County homeless shelter to make the holidays a little brighter for those in need by donating gifts. In 2008 we provided gifts for residents of Lake County PADS (see Thank You Letter).
KSN participates again in Race Judicata
August 15, 2008
On August 14, 2008, 23 attorneys and staff members of the firm participated in the Race Judicata® 2008 Sprint for Justice, a 5K Run and Walk sponsored by and benefiting the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. This was our second year participating in this great event!
Robert P. Nesbit and Michael P. Rhoades were quoted in Lake Forester
July 4, 2008
Robert P. Nesbit and Michael P. Rhoades were quoted in the July 3, 2008 issue of the Lake Forester reflecting on the firm's celebration of its 25th anniversary.
Jordan I. Shifrin's article cited in Indiana State supreme court decision
May 16, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin's article on leasing restrictions was recently cited in the Indiana State supreme court decision of Villas West II of Willowridge Homeowners Association, Inc. v. Edna McGlothin, No. 34S02-0805-CV-266, filed May 15, 2008 (see case decision).
Jordan I. Shifrin spoke at the Community Associations Institute's 57th National Conference and Exposition
May 3, 2008
On May 2nd, 2008, Jordan I. Shifrin spoke at the Community Associations Institute's 57th National Conference and Exposition in Orlando Florida on the topic "COLLECTING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; WEATHERING THE STORM".
Jordan I. Shifrin named to CAI's Distinguished Speaker's Bureau.
April 30, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named to CAI's Distinguished Speaker's Bureau.
On April 20, 2008, Robert P. Nesbit appeared on the radio show "Uncommon Law" on WCPT 820 AM to speak about the current state of condominiums.
April 20, 2008
Diane Silverberg recognized as a Top Attorney
April 10, 2008
Diane Silverberg was recognized as a Top Attorney in Business Litigation in the Corporate Counsel Edition of Super Lawyers, 2008.
Diane J. Silverberg published in GRC Journal
April 9, 2008
"Steps for Aligning Information Management and E-Discovery", co-written by Diane J. Silverberg, was published in the first quarter 2008 edition of the GRC Journal, a magazine devoted to issues of governance, risk and compliance in the management of people, process and technology.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Super Lawyer
April 8, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named a Super Lawyer for 2008 by the Law & Politics Magazine and publishers of Chicago Magazine.
David M. Bendoff quoted in Chicago Magazine
March 5, 2008
David M. Bendoff was quoted in the January 2009 edition of Chicago Magazine in an article concerning allegations of condominium management fraud by forty condominium associations in Chicago.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Chairman of the Illinois Condominium Advisory Council
March 4, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named Chairman of the Illinois Condominium Advisory Council. The council was created by legislation enacted by the Illinois legislature in August 2007 and is charged with the responsibility of identifying issues facing condominium owners as well as study the Condominium Act and other laws in order to make recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly.
Jordan I. Shifrin profiled in Leading Lawyers Network Magazine
March 3, 2008
Jordan I. Shirfin was profiled in the January, 2008 edition of Leading Lawyers Network Magazine (see article).
KSN Celebrates 30th Anniversary
May 1, 2013
KSN Celebrates our 30th Anniversary today. Thank you to our team, our clients and our business partners for your support and we look forward to many more years together!
Who is a “No Nonsense Guy Amid Much Bumping and Jostling?”
January 25, 2013
Bob Nesbit is featured in an article in the January, 2013 edition of Leading Lawyers Magazine.
KSN Super Lawyers 2013
January 8, 2013
David M. Bendoff, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2013. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Bryant Gomez, Katharine W. Griffith, Michael G. Kreibich, Nicholas R. Mitchell, Christopher E. Ralph, and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2013 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Chicagoland Apartment Association CAMME Award
October 26, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit is proud to announce that we were awarded the Chicagoland Apartment Association (CAA) CAMME award for Community Service on October 26th, 2012.
KSN Launches New Collection Status Online (CSO) for Associations
September 12, 2012
The new Association Collection Status Online (CSO) is now available to Property Managers and clients to view status on active collection and/or foreclosure matters beginning September 12, 2012. You may access the CSO from the home page of www.ksnlaw.com at the link on the top of the page labeled, "Client CSO Login" where you will find the CSO link and information on how to obtain a username and password.
MCD Media Awards Jordan Shifrin their Lifetime Achievement Award
July 18, 2012
Congratulations to Jordan Shifrin who has been awarded the Condo Lifestyles Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented at a luncheon to celebrate this achievement on August 2nd in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Community Involvement - KSN Blood Drive
June 26, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit sponsored a blood drive on June 21st with the help of Life Source. Over 50 patients will benefit from these life-saving donations and we thank all who participated. Did you know that there is a high level of need for blood donors during the summer months? If you missed our blood drive but would still like to contribute, please visit www.lifesource.org to find an upcoming donor event near you.
Community Involvement - KSN Blood Drive
June 21, 2012
Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and Hamilton Partners will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
To schedule an appointment, register online at www.lifesource.org. Use sponsor code 164D. Or call 1-877-543-3768.
Community Involvement - KSN Food Drive
May 2, 2012
The Community Involvement Committee of Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit coordinated a successful April Food Drive. KSN employees donated food items to the Wheeling Food Pantry to be distributed to area families in need as well as pet food and supplies to the Buddy Foundation, a local non-profit that cares for shelter animals.
Community Involvement - Children's Memorial Hospital
March 13, 2012
For the second year, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees donated supplies, as well as time and funds, to assemble 120 arts and crafts activity packets for the patients at Children's Memorial Hospital.
Jordan Shifrin Named in Leading Lawyers Top Ten List
March 5, 2012
Jordan I. Shifrin has been named No. 3 in the Top Ten Suburban Real Estate Related Attorneys in Illinois by Leading Lawyers Magazine.
2011 Giving Tree Program
January 12, 2012
2011 marked the sixth anniversary of the Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit Giving Tree, providing an opportunity for its employees to donate holiday gifts to those in need. As part of our Community Involvement programs in 2011, we provided gifts for over 70 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
KSN Super Lawyers 2012
January 10, 2012
David M. Bendoff, Richard W. Hillsberg, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2012. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Michael G. Kreibich, Nicholas R. Mitchell, Christopher E. Ralph, Michael J. Shifrin and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2012 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Manager License Application Now Available
November 11, 2011
The application for the Community Association Manager License is now available.
Condo Talk Debuts in Daily Herald
November 5, 2011
David M. Bendoff debuts the Condo Talk column in the Daily Herald, read his first article here and find it every week in the Daily Herald and in the KSN Knowledge Center.
Manager Licensing
October 1, 2011
The Community Association Manager Licensing and Disciplinary Act was adopted July 1, 2010. The Rules implementing the Act were adopted October 1, 2011.
Changes to Illinois Common Interest Community Association Act
August 26, 2011
Public Act 97-0605 was signed into law on August 26, 2011, providing many important amendments to the Common Interest Community Association Act. Client Alert.
Diane Silverberg Selected for the Litigation Counsel of America
August 8, 2011
Diane J. Silverberg has been selected for Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America, whose membership is limited to less that one half of one percent of American attorneys. Fellows are selected based upon excellence and accomplishment in litigation and superior ethical reputation.
Successful Significant Real Estate Tax Reduction for Lake County Condo Association
July 13, 2011
Our office, in conjunction with co-counsel, Elliott & Associates, obtained a significant reduction in the assessed value for one of our Lake County Condominium Association clients resulting in huge savings for the owners. Historically, it has been difficult to obtain a tax reduction in the collar counties, but we were able to obtain a reduction of over $1.6 million, resulting in potential tax savings of over half a million dollars for the owners. For details on having your Condominium Association's property taxes reduced, in the collar counties or Cook County, contact our property tax paralegal Sheila Bell, sbell@ksnlaw.com or 847-777-7267.
KSN Launches New Website
April 11, 2011
KSN launches www.ksnlaw.net to serve its Business, Estate Planning, and Commercial Real Estate clients.
FHA Certification Webinar
February 23, 2011
Kerry T. Bartell presented a webinar on FHA Certification for Associations.
New Principals Named
February 3, 2011
Julie A. Jacobson and Jessica L. Ryan were recently named as principals of KSN.
Robert A. Sternberg Receives Award
February 3, 2011
Robert A. Sternberg has been awarded two 2010 Collaboration Awards by Midwest Business Brokers & Intermediaries (MBBI), one of the largest associations of Merger and Acquisition advisors in the Midwest.
KSN Super Lawyers 2011
January 4, 2011
David M. Bendoff, Richard W. Hillsberg, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, and Gerald J. Smoller were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2011. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Christopher E. Ralph and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2011 Illinois Rising Stars list.
2010 Giving Tree Program
December 30, 2010
For the fifth year in a row, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees have given holiday gifts to those in need. In 2010 we provided gifts for approximately 60 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
CSO
December 16, 2010
KSN announces the launch of its newly designed and enhanced Collection Status Online (CSO) which will make it easier for our clients to find information and updates on pending collection matters. Read more >
Dual Point of Contact Roll Out
November 15, 2010
In response to feedback from Property Managers and Association clients, KSN implemented the Dual Point of Contact (DPC), which channels all Collections-related client communications through two primary KSN contacts: an account representative and court file representative. Read more >
Jordan I. Shifrin selected as 2010 honoree in Business Ledger Awards
August 17, 2010
Jordan I. Shifrin was selected as a 2010 honoree in The Business Ledger's 11th annual Entrepreneurial Excellence Awards program in the Lifetime Achievement category.
2010 Race Judicata
July 21, 2010
As part of the firm's community involvement, we participated in Race Judicata, a 5K Run/Walk benefiting Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. CVLS provides free legal representation to struggling families in Chicago dealing with common civil issues such as foreclosure, bankruptcy or adoption. You can visit www.cvls.org to learn more about CVLS and the great work they do. This is the fourth year in a row we have participated in this event.
Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Conference
April 22, 2010
Robert A. Sternberg participated in a panel delving into current issues impacting real estate and related legal considerations at the Legal Issues Impacting Real Estate Conference.
2010 Food Drive
April 6, 2010
The firm's Community Involvement Committee organized the Second Annual KSN Food Drive to benefit the Vernon Township Food Pantry. The Pantry collects dry goods and canned foods to benefit approximately 200 families in the Lake County portion of Buffalo Grove and surrounding area. The food drive ran from March 15 to March 31, 2010. Firm employees donated over 150 items and the firm added $5 per item for the first 100 items.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Top 100 Real Estate attorneys
March 9, 2010
For the second year in a row, Jordan I. Shifrin was named one of the Top 100 Real Estate attorneys in Illinois by the Leading Lawyers Network.
KSN Super Lawyers 2010
January 19, 2010
David M. Bendoff, John H. Bickley III, Richard W. Hillsberg, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, Gerald J. Smoller, and Robert A. Sternberg were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2010. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Julie A. Jacobson, Michael G. Kreibich, and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2010 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Jordan I. Shifrin will write another chapter for Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
January 7, 2010
Jordan I. Shifrin has been engaged to write another chapter for the Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education, for its soon to be published handbook on not-for-profit-corporations. This will be Mr. Shifrin’s fourth chapter for IICLE. He has already written chapters on condominium and homeowners association law for IICLE’s Condominium Law, Real Estate Transactions, and Real Estate Litigation handbooks.
Gifts given to residents of WINGS
December 30, 2009
For the fourth year in a row, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit and its employees have given holiday gifts to those in need. In 2009 we provided gifts for approximately 60 residents of WINGS, a shelter for battered women and children.
Leading Lawyers in Illinois named
November 30, 2009
Alan D. Kovitz, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, and Robert A. Sternberg have again been named as Leading Lawyers in Illinois (see our recent firm profile from Leading Lawyer magazine).
KSN Super Lawyers 2009
November 30, 2009
David M. Bendoff, John H. Bickley III, Richard W. Hillsberg, Robert P. Nesbit, Jordan I. Shifrin, Diane J. Silverberg, Gerald J. Smoller, and Robert A. Sternberg were named by Illinois Super Lawyers magazine as being among the top attorneys in Illinois for 2009. Only 5% of the lawyers in the state are named by Super Lawyers.
Michael G. Kreibich and Ryan H. Shpritz were selected to the 2009 Illinois Rising Stars list. Less than 2.5% of Illinois lawyers under 40 years of age are included in this list.
Benefit for Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation
June 16, 2009
On July 30, 2009 we again participated in Race Judicata, a 5K Run/Walk benefiting Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. This was our third year as a proud supporter of this event.
KSN donates to Lake County PADS
December 30, 2008
The firm is committed to giving back to our community and we participate in a variety of charitable events throughout the year, including our Holiday Giving Tree - for the past three years, we have worked with a Lake County homeless shelter to make the holidays a little brighter for those in need by donating gifts. In 2008 we provided gifts for residents of Lake County PADS (see Thank You Letter).
KSN participates again in Race Judicata
August 15, 2008
On August 14, 2008, 23 attorneys and staff members of the firm participated in the Race Judicata® 2008 Sprint for Justice, a 5K Run and Walk sponsored by and benefiting the Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. This was our second year participating in this great event!
Robert P. Nesbit and Michael P. Rhoades were quoted in Lake Forester
July 4, 2008
Robert P. Nesbit and Michael P. Rhoades were quoted in the July 3, 2008 issue of the Lake Forester reflecting on the firm's celebration of its 25th anniversary.
Jordan I. Shifrin's article cited in Indiana State supreme court decision
May 16, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin's article on leasing restrictions was recently cited in the Indiana State supreme court decision of Villas West II of Willowridge Homeowners Association, Inc. v. Edna McGlothin, No. 34S02-0805-CV-266, filed May 15, 2008 (see case decision).
Jordan I. Shifrin spoke at the Community Associations Institute's 57th National Conference and Exposition
May 3, 2008
On May 2nd, 2008, Jordan I. Shifrin spoke at the Community Associations Institute's 57th National Conference and Exposition in Orlando Florida on the topic "COLLECTING SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS; WEATHERING THE STORM".
Jordan I. Shifrin named to CAI's Distinguished Speaker's Bureau.
April 30, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named to CAI's Distinguished Speaker's Bureau.
On April 20, 2008, Robert P. Nesbit appeared on the radio show "Uncommon Law" on WCPT 820 AM to speak about the current state of condominiums.
April 20, 2008
Diane Silverberg recognized as a Top Attorney
April 10, 2008
Diane Silverberg was recognized as a Top Attorney in Business Litigation in the Corporate Counsel Edition of Super Lawyers, 2008.
Diane J. Silverberg published in GRC Journal
April 9, 2008
"Steps for Aligning Information Management and E-Discovery", co-written by Diane J. Silverberg, was published in the first quarter 2008 edition of the GRC Journal, a magazine devoted to issues of governance, risk and compliance in the management of people, process and technology.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Super Lawyer
April 8, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named a Super Lawyer for 2008 by the Law & Politics Magazine and publishers of Chicago Magazine.
David M. Bendoff quoted in Chicago Magazine
March 5, 2008
David M. Bendoff was quoted in the January 2009 edition of Chicago Magazine in an article concerning allegations of condominium management fraud by forty condominium associations in Chicago.
Jordan I. Shifrin named Chairman of the Illinois Condominium Advisory Council
March 4, 2008
Jordan I. Shifrin was named Chairman of the Illinois Condominium Advisory Council. The council was created by legislation enacted by the Illinois legislature in August 2007 and is charged with the responsibility of identifying issues facing condominium owners as well as study the Condominium Act and other laws in order to make recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly.
Jordan I. Shifrin profiled in Leading Lawyers Network Magazine
March 3, 2008
Jordan I. Shirfin was profiled in the January, 2008 edition of Leading Lawyers Network Magazine (see article).
