Downey & Lenkov celebrated their 25th anniversary in style at Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox. For 25 years, our foundation has been built on the dedication of our incredible team and our strong relationships, exceptional advocacy and an unwavering commitment to our clients. Thank you for being […]

Liston Abramson Partner Catherine Christian weighs in on Luigi Mangione’s decision not to assert a psychiatric defense at his murder trial. Gambling Law Expert Professor I. Nelson Rose explains gambling prediction markets.  National Center for LGBTQ Rights Vice President of Legal Shannon Minter discusses his victory against Trump’s transgender military […]

Tech Justice Law Director and Founder Meetali Jain discusses the latest in a wrongful death lawsuit filed against ChatGPT. Northwestern Pritzker School of Law Professor Matthew Kugler joins Legal Face Off to discuss the latest in the class action facial recognition lawsuit against Disney. Harvard Law School Professor Rebecca Tushnet joins […]

On 5/31/26, the Illinois General Assembly passed HB5228, amending several provisions of the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Act. Governor Pritzker has 60 days to approve, sign or veto the bill. Independent Medical Examinations If an IME opined on the reasonableness and necessity of treatment instead of utilizing the UR process, the […]

We are pleased to announce that Abigail Iliovici has been named an Income Member! Since joining the firm, Abby has consistently demonstrated dedication to our clients, exceptional legal ability, professionalism and a strong commitment to our collaborative firm culture. She frequently steps up to mentor and train new associates, while exhibiting a willingness […]

Carlton Fields Shareholder and former Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Eastern District of Virginia Tax Division Gene Rossi weights in on the legal authority of the Trump anti-weaponization fund. University of Minnesota Law Professor and former Bush chief White House ethics lawyer Richard Painter discusses Trump’s IRS settlement agreement. New […]

Case Western Reserve University School of Law Professor Atiba Ellis discusses gerrymandering in the wake of the Supreme Court decision in Louisiana v. Callais. University of Pennsylvania Law School Professor Jill Fisch joins Legal Face Off to discuss the latest developments in the Sam Altman trial. Illinois State Senator Sue […]

Congratulations to Margery Newman on receiving the ASA Chicago Lifetime Achievement Award! Of Counsel Margery Newman has been nominated to receive the ASA Chicago Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement Award is a prestigious recognition presented by the Association of Subcontractors & Affiliates (ASA) Chicago to a dedicated member who […]

Please welcome our new Associates, Austin Andreas and Sophia Ateyea!   Austin Andreas, Indiana: Austin is a dedicated attorney who is known for his strategic and detail-oriented approach. He works closely with employers, insurance carriers and third-party administrators to develop efficient and effective litigation strategies. Before joining Downey & Lenkov, Austin gained […]

Gibson Dunn Partner and Former Legal Director of Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press Katie Townsend discusses a court striking the Pentagon’s new restrictive press policies. South Texas College of Law Houston Professor of Law and Centennial Chair of Constitutional Law Josh Blackman weighs in on Supreme Court Justice […]