The Decalogue Society of Lawyers
Justice, Justice Shall You Pursue

Welcome to the new website for The Decalogue Society of Lawyers.  For over eighty years, Decalogue has supported Jewish lawyers and the legal community in Chicago and throughout Illinois.  Our improved website provides better tools and information to serve our communities.  We have quite a bit planned so come back often to see all that Decalogue has to offer!

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Services Decalogue Provides

The Decalogue Society of Lawyers was founded in 1934 to promote justice in society and to advance and improve the law, administration of justice and legal profession.
Judicial Evaluation
The Judicial Evaluation Committee is member of the Alliance of Bar Associations for Judicial Screening, providing fair and impartial reviews of judicial candidates.
Legal Education
The Decalogue Society of Lawyers is an accredited MCLE provider hosting more than 12 classes during the year.
Events
During the year, Decalogue hosts many events including our Annual Meeting, Judicial Reception, along with working with other organizations to develop relationships within the legal community.
Employment
We strive to help our members develop their careers by offering them unique job opportunities.
Member-to-Member Referrals

Did you know that member-to-member referrals are one of the benefits of your Decalogue membership? Here’s our latest success story:

“Former Decalogue President Joel Chupack recently referred a federal criminal investigation to another former Decalogue President, James A. Shapiro, a former federal prosecutor. Pursuant to ethical guidelines, a referral fee was paid. So far, the representation has been very successful, with the avoidance of the client waiving his Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights by speaking to federal agents without counsel.”

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The Cook County Sheriff’s office has launched a reporting hotline for discrimination and hate crime incidents for anyone who feels they are being threatened or targeted as a result of their religion, race, nationality and/or sexual orientation.

Those who call the 24/7 hotline will receive a direct response to their incidents by Sheriff’s Office staff, who will help connect callers to other agencies, Sheriff’s detectives, or legal assistance if the matter would be best addressed by external resources.

Decalogue was represented at the announcement by 1st Vice President Mitchell Goldberg and Treasurer Jonathan Lubin, pictured below with Sheriff Tom Dart, members of the Sheriff’s Advisory Council on Islamic Affairs, and other community representatives.

View the press conference video

Decalogue seeking volunteers for the JUF Legal Service program

The Decalogue Society of Lawyers is seeking volunteers for the 

JUF Legal Service program.  
 
The JCLS has over 600 requests for legal services; 
to date only about 60 clients have been assigned an attorney. 

 Decalogue has committed to recruit more attorneys as part of our Social Action program 

and to fulfill the mitzvah of Tikkun Olam.
 

Insurance Coverage Attorney

Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP seeks associate with 2-3 years of litigation experience, a commitment to exceptional client service, top quality writing skills and strong academic credentials for the Chicago office.

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