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At ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, we've designed our online platform with simplicity and ease of use in mind. This ensures that reporting a claim or making payments is straightforward and hassle-free. Whether you need to initiate a claim or manage a payment, our user-friendly interface provides clear, step-by-step guidance.

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Complete our Notice of Potential Claim, Claim, Suit, ARDC or Subpoena Report to file a claim with ISBA Mutual.

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We protect you and your law firm, so you can protect your clients.

ISBA Mutual Insurance Company was founded by lawyers, so we understand that running a law firm entails risks. Even meritless claims take time and money to defend – time that could be better spent serving your clients. The good news is that when addressed early, most claims can be resolved reasonably.

Proudly Supported Organizations

  • Illinois State Bar Association ISBA Mutual Insurance Company

    The Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) offers affordable practice resources, including free Fastcase legal research and online MCLE.

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  • Illinois Bar Foundation ISBA Mutual Insurance Company

    The Illinois Bar Foundation (IBF) enhances legal aid, promotes pro-bono work, educates on legal rights, and supports colleagues in need.

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  • Illinois Lawyers Assistance Program ISBA Mutual Insurance Company

    The Illinois Lawyers’ Assistance Program helps legal professionals with substance use, addiction, and mental health problems.

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Take A Minute To Learn About Liability 

Informative alerts are essential tools that provide valuable guidance to safeguard your clients, your practice, and your bottom line from potential risks and uncertainties. Stay informed and proactive with our alerts to ensure comprehensive protection for your law firm.

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Ethical Management in Illinois Law Firms: Successfully Leading Staff & Associates
Ethical Management in Illinois Law Firms: Successfully Leading Staff & Associates

The significance of ethical management in the legal profession cannot be overstated. It is the bedrock of maintaining client trust and upholding the integrity of our profession.

Financial Mastery: Budgeting and Financial Planning for Illinois Legal Practices
Financial Mastery: Budgeting and Financial Planning for Illinois Legal Practices

Financial mastery is crucial for the success of any legal practice, particularly for those in Illinois, where unique market dynamics and regulatory requirements must be considered.

Retroactive Dates & Extended Reporting Periods in Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance
Retroactive Dates & Extended Reporting Periods in Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance

Regarding professional liability insurance for lawyers, two key concepts that every attorney should understand are the Retroactive Date and Extended Reporting Period (ERP). These terms are crucial in claims-made and reported policies, such as those offered by ISBA Mutual Lawyers Professional…

ARDC Complaints: How to Handle Them as an Illinois Lawyer
ARDC Complaints: How to Handle Them as an Illinois Lawyer

ARDC complaints can happen, and knowing how to handle them is crucial. At ISBA Mutual, we have consulted with our ARDC counsel to create a comprehensive guide on what to do if you receive one. Follow these steps to manage an ARDC complaint properly and protect professional integrity. An ARDC…

Zoom Court: Diving into Best Practices for Remote Legal Work
Zoom Court: Diving into Best Practices for Remote Legal Work

Professionalism takes on new importance in the era of Zoom court hearings. As we move further into 2024, virtual court proceedings have become a staple of our judicial system. Understanding how to conduct yourself properly in Zoom court is essential to avoid embarrassment and ensure your client's…

Illinois Senate Bill 2179: Statute of Repose for Estate Planning
Illinois Senate Bill 2179: Statute of Repose for Estate Planning

On August 13, 2021, Governor Pritzker signed Illinois Senate Bill 2179 into law, amending 735 ILCS 5/13-214.3. This vital legislation establishes a six-year statute of repose for claims against attorneys related to preparing an estate plan. ISBA Mutual Insurance Company delves into the details of…

Rule 756(e): The Need for Adequate Professional Liability Coverage
Rule 756(e): The Need for Adequate Professional Liability Coverage

Under Illinois Supreme Court Rule 756(e) (Disclosure of Malpractice Insurance), Illinois lawyers who represent at least one private client and do not report that they maintain malpractice insurance are required to complete the Proactive Management Based Regulation (PMBR) Self-Assessment Program…

Vicarious Liability: Protection Against Legal Malpractice Within the Firm
Vicarious Liability: Protection Against Legal Malpractice Within the Firm

Vicarious liability is a critical concern for legal professionals, especially when protecting against legal malpractice committed by other lawyers within a firm. Understanding the intricacies of vicarious liability and how to safeguard against it is essential for maintaining a reputable and secure…

Illinois Lawyers Practicing in Indiana: How to Avoid Malpractice
Illinois Lawyers Practicing in Indiana: How to Avoid Malpractice

With the City of Chicago and its southern suburbs bordering the Indiana state line and the Indiana cities of Terre Haute and Evansville so close to Illinois, it is commonplace for Illinois attorneys—either with a dual license or pro hac vice—to find themselves representing clients in Indiana courts…

Legal Malpractice Repose Periods: Insights from Snyder v. Heidelberger
Legal Malpractice Repose Periods: Insights from Snyder v. Heidelberger

Defense counsel provided by ISBA Mutual Insurance Company (ISBAMIC) successfully achieved a pivotal interpretation of the legal malpractice repose periods under Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, specifically §735 ILCS 5/13-214.3. In the landmark case, Snyder v. Heidelberger, the Illinois Supreme…

What Our Policyholders Say

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  • I had a wonderful experience obtaining professional liability coverage from the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company. Reputable company and friendly agents. My emails were responded to quite quickly.

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ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
20 South Clark Street
Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60603-1826

Phone: (312) 379-2000
Fax: (312) 379-2049
Email: insure@isbamutual.com