- Posts by Irina Y. DmitrievaPartner
Irina Y. Dmitrieva is a highly experienced appellate litigator with more than 20 years of success at the federal and state appellate court levels. She has represented both private clients and governmental entities. Clients and ...


Analyzes recent Illinois appellate court ruling regarding the date jurisdiction revests in the circuit court after appellate court issues its mandate.

Summarizes U.S. Supreme Court ruling that ends use of “background circumstances” rule in reverse discrimination cases in employment law. Explores concurring opinion written by Justice Thomas that questions the McDonnell Douglas framework.

Examines Illinois appellate court ruling on whether not offering non-pattern jury instruction on sole proximate cause warranted reversal or new trial. Offers tips for medical malpractice defense attorneys on what to request in jury instructions.

Describes an Illinois Supreme Court case where legal arguments have been made for and against the retention of Illinois’ intra-state forum non conveniens doctrine.