Comments from Counsel: Quarterly Newsletter from WilliamsMcCarthy LLP

Comments from Counsel – December 2021

In this issue:

Client Spotlight: Rockford Local Development Corporation (RLDC)

Rockford Local Development Corporation (RLDC) helps local small businesses turn dreams into
realities with SBA small business loans. Learn more about their work and partnership with
WilliamsMcCarthy LLP in this Client Spotlight. Read publication.

IFWA Expands Noncompete and Non-Solicitation Restrictions
Amendments to the Illinois Freedom to Work Act (IFWA) will expand restrictions on noncompete and non-solicitation agreements in employment contracts starting January 1, 2022. Here’s what you need to know. Read publication.

“Build Back Better” Could Impact Your Estate Plan

In this article published on November 16, we outline potential ways in which the infrastructure plan could impact your estate planning. Learn more about how you should plan ahead. Read publication.

Welcome Our Newest Attorney – Monique M. Langrehr
We’re proud to introduce our newest associate, Monique M. Langrehr. Monique’s practice will focus on family law and civil litigation. Before joining WilliamsMcCarthy LLP, Langrehr served as an Assistant State’s Attorney for Winnebago County, trying both bench and jury trials and drafting, filing, and arguing numerous motions. Welcome to the team, Monique!WilliamsMcCarthy LLP Among “Best Law Firms” for 2022
We have earned a ranking from U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers© in the 2022 edition of “Best Law Firms” for the eighth consecutive year. WilliamsMcCarthy LLP received the “Best Law Firms” metropolitan tier one ranking in the field of commercial litigation for the Chicago region.
READ MOREAdam M. Fleming Honored with Prairie State Legal Services Distinguished Pro Bono Advocacy Award Adam M. Fleming was recently honored with the 2021 Distinguished Pro Bono Advocacy Award from Prairie State Legal Services. The award is presented annually to an individual for his/her exceptional commitment to pro bono services.
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WilliamsMcCarthy In The Community

WilliamsMcCarthy LLP is pleased to support organizations throughout our community. Recently, we raised more than $5,000 for United Way of Rock River Valley.