BCM Law, P.C. Civil Litigation Chair Jeffrey Clement Contributes to Civil Practice 2026 Edition

August 2026

BCM Law, P.C. Civil Litigation Chair, Jeffrey Clement contributed to the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education's Civil Practice: Opening the Case 2026 Edition.

His contribution to Chapter 10 - Third-Party Practice, provides practical guidance on a critical aspect of civil litigation that often arises after a case is filed. Building on the handbook's comprehensive approach to opening a civil case and navigating early litigation stages, the chapter helps attorneys evaluate when additional parties should be brought into an action, outlines the procedural requirements for third-party claims, and addresses strategic issues involving contribution, indemnification, and liability allocation.

IICLE is dedicated to supporting the professional development of attorneys by providing practical, informative peer-based education; this includes the publication of first-rate handbooks attorneys can rely on for comprehensive guidance.

The Civil Practice: Opening the Case 2026 Edition handbook is available for purchase on the IICLE website.

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