IOLTA Rule A lawyers duties in holding client funds are defined in the Illinois Supreme Courts Rules of Professional Conduct, Article VIII, Rule 1.15, which includes the language that is commonly referred to as the "IOLTA Rule." To access the text of the rule, click here. Rule 756 The Supreme Court recently amended Rule 756 to require attorneys to disclose certain information about their client trust accounts as part of the annual attorney registration process. Click here to see a copy of the amended rule. ARDC Client Trust Account Handbook The Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission has prepared a helpful guide that gives detailed information on how to properly manage your client trust accounts. The handbook includes answers to many frequently asked questions. Click here to link to the handbook's table of contents. Lawyer Enrollment in IOLTA The lawyer or law firm enrolls in the IOLTA program by completing a sign-up form ("Notice to Financial Institution to Establish IOLTA Account") and submitting the form to his/her bank. The enrollment form instructs the bank to establish an IOLTA account for the attorney. Click here to download sign-up forms, or call the Lawyers Trust Fund at 312.938.2906 or 800.624.8962 to request additional copies. Two Prudential Plaza   180 North Stetson Ave.   Suite 820   Chicago, IL 60601   (312) 938-2906 [Main]   (312) 938-3091 [Fax]    1-800-624-8962 [Toll Free]