Jessica Marshall Receives Award as ISBA Young Lawyer of the Year



On July 18, 2018, members and guests gathered for the Illinois State Bar Association’s (ISBA) Annual Awards Ceremony and Reception at the Roanoke Restaurant in Chicago. This was an exciting evening for our firm as our colleague and friend, Jessica Marshall, received the her award as the ISBA Young Lawyer of the Year for Cook County for 2017-2018. 

During the award presentation, the ISBA recognized Jessica for her important role “mentoring other associates and staff focusing on the importance of civility in the practice of law” and participation in the ISBA Standing Committee on Women in the Law. 

With this prestigious award, the ISBA honors the extraordinary commitment and dedication of a young lawyer who has provided outstanding service to the Illinois population. Each year only two outstanding lawyers are chosen to receive this honor – one from Cook County and the other from any of the other Illinois counties. 

We’re thrilled for Jessica and know this award is well-deserved. On behalf of the entire Anderson & Boback team, we offer our heartfelt congratulations to Jessica!

Jessica is a Senior Associate at Anderson & Boback where she focuses her practice on divorce and family law.  From contested divorce and child custody matters to military divorce, Jessica is a passionate advocate with an unwavering commitment to her clients.  If you need a compassionate and personable attorney dedicated to solving family law problems, contact Jessica Marshall.

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