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As a member of IDC you become part of the only statewide community of defense attorneys dedicated to improving the Illinois judicial system and the practice of law. Join Today!

Membership brings you opportunities to...

• Expand your experience and knowledge base
• Stay abreast of changes to the law
• Develop business opportunities for your practice
• Hone your skills as an attorney
• Make key contacts within the legal community
• Obtain current information on legislative developments and participate in impacting the law
• Give back to the profession and share your knowledge with others
• Access news and insights you won't find anywhere else

Membership is for Defense Attorneys Who...

• are committed to improving the judicial system and the practice of law.
• believe that maintaining their professional competence and expertise is essential.
• want to experience remarkable and worthwhile individual and collective opportunities for professional development and growth.

"In July of 1999, I began my civil defense practice in Illinois at Craig & Craig. The Partner who hired me, Steve Corn, encouraged me to join Illinois Defense Counsel. IDC ever since has been a guiding force in my practice. During this journey through IDC (my involvement in the Fall Conference Committee, the IDC Quarterly, the Amicus Committee, the Board and now the Executive Committee), I have been mentored by many of the great attorneys in the Illinois Civil Defense Bar. IDC is truly an exceptional organization." John F. Watson Craig & Craig, LLC

How Can the IDC Assist You?

IDC fosters our member’s growth through our highly-respected publications, the IDC Quarterly, the IDC Survey of Law, our committee newsletters, our quality CLE programs, networking and social membership meetings.

IDC specialty practice groups are an invaluable resource for the professional development of our members. Each of these groups works to further the knowledge and skills of the defense bar in that area of practice. As a member of the IDC, you are invited to join any of our practice specific groups:

• Construction Law
• Construction Law
• Employment Law
• Insurance Law
• Medical Malpractice / Healthcare Law
• Tort Law
• Toxic Tort Law
• Trucking & Transportation Law
• Workers' Compensation

Membership is for Defense Attorneys Who...

• are committed to improving the judicial system and the practice of law.
• believe that maintaining their professional competence and expertise is essential.
• want to experience remarkable and worthwhile individual and collective opportunities for professional development and growth.

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"IDC has always held a special place in my professional career. As a young attorney, I found that IDC provided the best CLE, programs that were directly related to my practice and what I needed to learn to grow as an attorney. Over the years, I have continued to find that the quality of IDC’s publications and programs are unmatched – I always come away impressed by the depth and breadth of the talent IDC’s membership across Illinois, and I always learn something valuable. Even more recently, I have had more than one occasion when participation in IDC has provided insight that had a direct benefit to me, to my law firm, and to our clients. One of my reasons for participation in IDC is the opportunity to impact the law that faces our clients. In addition to IDC’s wonderful CLE and publications, participation in amicus and legislative development has provided, and continues to provide, particular satisfaction. Even when we have not been able to prevail fully, especially given the political climate of our State, I can say with confidence that IDC’s participation has made a difference." David Levitt Hinshaw & Culbertson, LLP

Joining the IDC is simple - just follow this link to apply. After your application is received, it will be presented to the IDC Board of Directors for approval. Once approval has been granted, you will have full access to all member benefits.