Illinois Government Bar Association
A shared commitment to public service.
A professional community for attorneys in or involved with state, federal, and local government practice in Illinois.
Established 1987
Serving the Interests of Lawyers Dedicated to Government Service.
Connected by a common purpose.
Founded in 1987, the Illinois Government Bar Association advances the professional interests of attorneys whose work involves government practice. Our history reflects a commitment to professional connection, legal education, and public service.
Professional Connection
A shared professional community for attorneys whose work involves state, federal, and local government.
Legal Education
Our history includes support for legal education, including the 2013 ISBA–JTBF Law and Leadership Institute.
Public Service
Serving the interests of lawyers dedicated to government service has been part of the association’s longstanding identity.
Membership and association updates.
Welcome to ILGovBar.org, our new online home. Membership information, event announcements, and association contacts are being updated. During this transition, please refer to recent association communications for current details.
A tradition of government service.
1987
2013
Supporting legal education
The association is recognized among the supporters of the ISBA–JTBF Law and Leadership Institute.
2022
Celebrating 35 years
The association celebrates its 35th anniversary with a Springfield gala featuring Illinois Supreme Court Justice Lisa Holder White as keynote speaker.