Stephen Komie

Over 40 Years of Experience Serving the ISBA, Public Trial Bar & Legal Profession

Dear ISBA Members,

I respectfully ask for your support in my candidacy for ISBA 3rd Vice President. As a lifetime active member of the ISBA, I have been an elected member of the Assembly since 1985 and the Board of Governors for 23 years, serving as both Secretary and Treasurer of the ISBA. I have been appointed as Chair and member of multiple Section Councils, Committees, and Special Task Forces.

Throughout my legal career, I have represented clients and built professional relationships across the entire State of Illinois. I understand the issues that Illinois attorneys face every day, whether they are beginning their legal career or have been practicing law for years; whether as a sole practitioner in a small town or practicing with a law firm in a major city. For more than 40 years, I have met the demands of running a small law office, including payroll, bills, taxes, and coping with the stress of day-to-day operations and clients. I have also raised five children, giving me an understanding of the challenges faced by parents who must also devote time and energy to managing busy careers. I am proud that two of my children are currently attending law school and pursuing careers as attorneys.

I am dedicated to protecting the rights and interests of our lawyers and our profession. With your vote, I can help the ISBA provide the benefits, services, and opportunities that Illinois lawyers need throughout their careers.

Meeting the Needs of Lawyers Throughout Illinois

As ISBA 3rd Vice President, I am committed to:

• Address issues related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI).
• Improving the perception of the legal profession.
• Promoting and defending the rule of law.
• Protect against the unauthorized practice of law by nonlawyers and internet services who are not licensed in Illinois.
• Provide technical training for lawyers while working to correct problems with the e-filing system used in Illinois courts.
• Provide high quality CLE for attorneys in both upstate and downstate Illinois, including options for attending programs in-person and through Zoom.
• Advance the interests of women lawyers in Illinois.
• Recruit new lawyers to the ISBA.
• Promote mentorship of young lawyers, helping them become practice ready and competitive.