Mon Aug 24, 2026 ‐ Firm News
KTJ Attorneys Secure Seventh Circuit Affirmation: Municipal Lease Decisions Are Not Subject to “Class-of-One” Equal Protection Review
On July 29, 2026, the United States Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit issued a decision of real practical value to Illinois municipalities that own airports, lease municipal property or otherwise contract with competing private businesses. KTJ attorneys Carmen […]Mon Aug 10, 2026 ‐ General
Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins Seeks Litigation Associate for Westmont, Chicago or Orland Park Office
Klein, Thorpe & Jenkins, Ltd. is seeking a Litigation Associate with one to three years of experience to join our municipal litigation practice. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to build a sophisticated civil litigation practice […]Thu Aug 6, 2026 ‐ Municipal Law News
Geofence Warrants: The Tension Between Technological Progress and the Fourth Amendment
A modern tool in police investigations, “geofence warrants”, were challenged in Chatrie v. United States, 609 U.S., No. 25-112 (2026). The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision, written by Justice Kagan, limits law enforcement’s ability to obtain an individual’s cell phone records, […]Mon Aug 3, 2026 ‐ Labor & Employment Law News
Strickland v. City of Markham: What the 7th Circuit’s Split Decision on Claim Preclusion Means for Employers and Employees
Overview The Seventh Circuit affirmed in part and vacated in part the district court’s summary judgment ruling in favor of the City of Markham and Fire Chief Anthony Mazziotta in a civil rights action brought by former firefighter Vairrun Strickland. […]