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A collection of my articles, written primarily for the Chicago Daily Law Bulletin and reprinted here with its permission.


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Sole Speak

Reprinted with permission from Law Bulletin Media

Meeting CLE requirement a click away
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, April 9, 2018

Solos are not alone when it comes to ethics resources; how to be trouble-free
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, February 5, 2018

Social media has benefits, but take care, opinions can get you in trouble
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, December 6, 2017

Protecting your website and online visitors important shield for solos
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, October 12, 2017

Clients with diminished capacity require attention and respect
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, August 3, 2017

High-tech security devices abound; make sure your clients are protected
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, July 6, 2017

A solo who learned from his mistakes, becomes go-to-sports attorney
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, May 1, 2017

Electronic Age brings out-of-state opportunities, but know the risks
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, March 27, 2017

New mandatory rule for solos looks to help those without malpractice
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, February 1, 2017

From atheism to Zappa, attorney continues fight for civil liberties
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, January 12, 2017

Six free Google services that can give your solo practice a boost
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, December 8, 2016

In re Himmel: Solo discusses the seminal case that bears his name
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, November 14, 2016

Giving your clients more choices by taking credit card payments
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, October 12, 2016

Your firm may be small, but don’t think you are safe from cybercrime
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, September 9, 2016

Recalling a sole practitioner; he gave to others and loved the law
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, August 10, 2016

Several suggestions on making CLE more workable for solos
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, July 27, 2016

Keep an eye on your support staff; their miscues could cost you big time
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, June 15, 2016

Barter transactions may benefit solos but know the risks involved first
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, May 18, 2016

ARDC looks to  stay ahead of curve
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, April 4, 2016

Getting online quick way to make a sole practitioner an army of one
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, March 3, 2016

Being proactive best way to avoid malpractice claims and headaches
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, February 4, 2016

New e-mail, advertising rule changes require attention from solos
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, January 6, 2016

Before you fire off a stinging e-mail, consider what happens next
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, December 9, 2015

The Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act and your Web identity
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, November 5, 2015

Keeping a solo Rose fresh for 35 years
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, October 6, 2015

Convert your old smartphone into an office webcam for free
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, September 10, 2015

Cost and time savings with e-mail service in state courts
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, August 12, 2015

The fantastic journey of the state’s first female attorney
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, July 9, 2015

Review your letterhead to stay out of trouble
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, June 11, 2015

Going solo and building a practice in the Big Apple
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, May 13, 2015

For sole practitioners, a new method of support
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, March 26, 2015

Useful and free online resources for the sole practitioner
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, March 2, 2015

Lawyers’ Assistance Program offers help with work, life issues
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, February 11, 2015

Reaching the summit: Two solos who prevailed at the Supreme Court
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, January 7, 2015

Navigating Rule 1.3, Comment 5 to develop and attorney succession plan
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, December 17, 2014

Building the foundation for a successful solo practice
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Sole Speak,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, October 13, 2014

Bank Beat

Reprinted with permission from Law Bulletin Media

Cannabis companies need financial services; D.C. says don’t bank on it
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Bank Beat,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, May 15, 2017

While banks many times on the hook in check fraud cases, there are outs
Heilizer, Glenn E., “Bank Beat,” Chicago Daily Law Bulletin, February 8, 2017

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