Illinois Judicial Speakers Bureau

              Illinois Judicial Speakers Bureau
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Welcome from the Chief Justice
Dear Citizen,
Thank you for your interest in the Illinois Judicial Speakers Bureau. As a community
leader, family member or fellow citizen, you may have questions about how the
judicial system works in Illinois.
The Illinois Judicial Speakers Bureau was designed to educate citizens about the
critical roles played by judges and the courts in everyday life. Through the Bureau,
judges and other court personnel are available to speak to your group or
organization on a variety of topics.
Cook County is the seat of the largest unified court system in the world. The Cook
County Circuit Court encompasses many specialized courts, such as the probate
courts, family or juvenile courts, traffic courts, criminal courts, drug courts and
many others. Although contrary to public perception, conducting trials is an
important function of the judiciary, it is not the sole function. The judicial system
affects society in many very meaningful ways.
Please take a few moments and look over this brochure; it addresses many
questions you may have about what the Speakers Bureau has to offer. If you have
additional questions, or would like to request a speaker, contact the Supreme
Court’s press office at (312) 793-0870.
I am committed to educating citizens about our judiciary, and its role in your
community. The Speakers Bureau is a wonderful resource, and I encourage you to
take advantage of it. Our court system belongs to you, the citizens of Illinois. We
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