b'ATTORNEY REGISTRATION AND DISCIPLINARY COMMISSION of the SUPREME COURT OF ILLINOIS One Prudential Plaza3161 West White Oaks Drive, Suite 301 130 East Randolph Drive, Suite 1500Springfield, IL 62704 Chicago, Illinois 60601-6219(217) 546-3523(800) 252-8048(312) 565-2600(800) 826-8625 Fax (217) 546-3785Fax (312) 565-2320Dear Colleagues and Stakeholders, We are pleased to introduce the ARDCs Strategic Plan, a forward-looking roadmap designed to guide the organization as we work to preserve and advance the integrity of the legal profession in Illinois. This plan reflects our commitment to addressing the evolving needs of attorneys and the public while strengthening the ARDCs role as a leader in legal regulation.The legal profession is undergoing significant change, driven by technological advancements, shifting client expectations, and a growing need for transparency and accountability. At the same time, we face challenges related to declining public trust in the legal system and increased pressure to support attorneys in navigating a complex and dynamic landscape. This strategic plan is our response to those challenges and opportunities. It outlines a path forward that is grounded in three key areas of focus: evolving and enhancing our programs, services, and reputation; elevating confidence in the legal profession; and building an innovative and adaptive organization.Our revised mission, vision, and values reflect a balanced approach to regulationone that emphasizes proactive and restorative services while maintaining a steadfast commitment to ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct. Discipline remains a necessary tool, but it is a last resort, reserved for situations where it is necessary to protect the public and uphold the integrity of the profession. Additionally, we are committed to enhancing our attorney registration function by ensuring the process is user-friendly and used to collect meaningful data that helps both the profession and the ARDC better carry out our functions. This data will be key in identifying trends, providing valuable insights to lawyers, and informing future regulatory and educational efforts.We are grateful for the collaborative efforts of our Board of Commissioners, staff, stakeholders, and the Illinois Supreme Court, whose guidance and support have been instrumental in shaping this plan. We look forward to working together in the coming years to implement these initiatives and ensure that the ARDC remains a trusted and transparent organization, committed to fostering an ethical and dynamic legal profession.Sincerely,Lea S. Gutierrez Timothy L. Bertschy Administrator, ARDCChair, ARDC Commission4895-0744-3693, v. 120252029 Strategic PlanARDCi i'