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Skokie hires Elrod Friedman LLP as corporation counsel; trustees discuss hybrid model, retainer and conflicts checks
Summary
Trustees voted to retain Elrod Friedman LLP and Steven Elrod as corporation counsel effective Jan. 1, 2026; trustees raised questions about hourly rates, transition to a retainer, budget impact and potential conflicts of interest given the firm's municipal practice.
Mayor recommended the appointment of Elrod Friedman LLP with Steven Elrod to serve as Skokie's corporation counsel effective Jan. 1, 2026. The mayor said a committee had reviewed 37 individual applicants and seven firms and forwarded finalists for consideration.
The motion to retain Elrod Friedman LLP was moved by Trustee Schechter and seconded by Trustee Lisa Levy. Trustees discussed the…
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