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September 8

Administrative Law Judges Committee
Commander Flores and John Mack, IL State Police, on “Security in Administrative Hearings and Safety for Administrative Law Judges.”

Commercial Litigation Committee
Business meeting for subcommittees to report on their work and make subcommittee assignments for the upcoming year.

State & Local Tax Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Paul Caselton, Illinois Department of Revenue Deputy General Counsel Income Tax Policy, and Louise Calvert, Illinois Department of Revenue Program Administrator, will discuss the status of recently proposed income and sales tax regulations, some of which may become effective during the 2008 tax year.

Unauthorized Practice & Multidisciplinary Practice (IL MCLE Credit)
John O'Brien, the 2nd Vice President of the ISBA, will discuss the current status of UPL issues in Illinois.

September 9

Adoption Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Gloria Contreras, County Division Adoption Coordinator, and several Judges from the County Division, will provide tips on how best to practice in Adoption Court. Also a planning and subcommittee sign up meeting.

Criminal Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Edwin Burnette, Public Defender, with issues involving the Public Defenders Office.

Trade & Professional Associations Law (IL MCLE Credit)
Steven Pflaum, McDermott Will & Emery, will discuss his experiences as counsel to the Association.

YLS Estate Planning Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Lisa C. Williams and Michael A. Passananti of Handler Thayer & Duggan LLC will present, "Pre and Post Marital and Asset Protection Planning."

YLS Insurance Coverage Committee
Meeting cancelled.

September 10

Financial Institutions Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Kenneth D. Segal, Howe Barnes Hoefer & Arnett, on "Riding Out the Storm: Managing Bank Loan Portfolios in a Challenging Environment."

Labor & Employment Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
John Hendrickson (EEOC Regional Attorney) regarding the EEOC's E-RACE initiative.

September 11

Federal Taxation, Exempt Organizations Division H (IL MCLE Credit)
Sally Wagenmaker, Mosher & Associates, on "Identifying, Reporting, & Correcting Automatic Excess Benefits Transactions for Nonprofits."

Real Estate Taxation, Tax Sale Tax Deed Subcommittee (IL MCLE Credit)
Discussion of the results of the newly automated Cook County tax sale, status of the committee's FOIA to the Treasurer's office, Treasurer's legislative proposals, and more.

YLS Corporate Practice Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
William Hartgering, a JAMS mediator and arbitrator, will present, "Issues in Arbitration and Meditation of Securities Claims.”

September 12

Law Practice Management & Technology Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Catherine Sanders Reach, American Bar Association, on "Paperless Communication With Clients Clients." 1 hour IL ethics/professionalism MCLE applied for.

Executive Compensation Institute
September 9/9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m./$160 Member/$280 Nonmember/$120 Gov't Member

Zoning and Eminent Domain Issues in Chicago
September 10/3:00 - 6:00 p.m./$60 Member/$95 Nonmember/$45 Gov't Member

Understanding Financial Statements
September 11/3:00 - 5:00 p.m./$80 Member/$140 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

9th Annual Justice John Paul Stevens Award Luncheon - September 11
Join the CBA and CBF as they honor the lawyers and judges whose careers emulate the integrity and spirit of Justice Stevens. The program will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2008, in the Grand Ballroom at The Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Ct., at Noon. We are delighted to announce that U.S. Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens will again be in attendance to provide the keynote address for this year’s Award Ceremony. Honorees include Illinois Supreme Court Justice Thomas R. Fitzgerald, John B. Simon of Jenner & Block LLP, and U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Ann C. Williams. Tickets are $65 per person or $650 for a table of ten. For more information or to make reservations, please contact Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057.

Careers in Intellectual Property Law - September 16
The YLS Intellectual Property Law Committee is sponsoring a complimentary luncheon on "Careers in Intellectual Property Law" on September 16, 2008, from 12:15-1:15 p.m., at the CBA Building. Speakers will discuss career paths, how to get a job in IP, what day-to-day practice is like, and more. View complete details. RSVP to yls@chicagobar.org (space is limited).

YLS Meet the Committee Night & Social Hour - September 18
Attend the Young Lawyers Section's "Meet the Committees Night & Social Hour" on Thursday, September 18, 2008, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Association Headquarters, to learn how YLS committees can advance your career and improve your legal practice. At the event you will meet and mingle with Young Lawyers Section members and leaders, gather info on future topics/speakers scheduled for upcoming meetings, sign up for the committees of your choice at the event, and enjoy complimentary cocktails and appetizers. The event is open to non-CBA members, but non-members may not join CBA committees. RSVP to yls@chicagobar.org.

BeBop and Beyond: Barristers Big Band September Concert - September 19
Join the CBA's Barristers Big Band for "BeBop and Beyond" on September 19, 2008, 6:00 p.m., at the Pritzker Auditorium, Harold Washington Library, 400 S. State Street, Chicago. The Band is a twenty-five piece jazz ensemble composed judges, lawyers and other members of the legal community. Admission to the concert is free and open to all.

CLE in London - October 3-7
The CBA is pleased to announce a special CLE seminar in London, England, October 3-7, 2008. It is anticipated that attendees will earn approximately 7 hours of IL MCLE. Highlights include an opening reception at The Royal Courts of Justice, dinner at the Lincoln's Inn, and a closing reception at Reed Smith LLP's London Offices. Click here for complete travel information and a registration form. Register now! Hotel and air reservations still available. Speakers announced!

New Guide Aims to Improve Your Real Estate Practice
The Young Lawyers Section has just published "A Young Lawyer’s Guide to Real Estate Practice." Cost is $30 (plus tax and shipping). Order online, call 312-554-2130, or avoid shipping costs and stop by the CBA Legal Bookstore, 321 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago (Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

New Member Benefit! RPost Registered E-mail Service
Introducing a new member benefit - RPost, advanced e-mail liability protection for attorneys, clients and firms. RPost provides attorneys with legally verifiable and admissible proof that an e-mail was delivered, proof of official delivery time, and proof of the content that was sent and received (including attachments). RPost is offering CBA members a free trial offer as well as special discounts. To learn more, visit www.rpost.com/partners/chicagobar or 1-888-468-3315.

CBA Member Discount for ABA State & Local Government Event
CBA members may register at the ABA Section Member rate of $300 ($200 for judges and government employees) for the ABA Section of State and Local Government's 2008 Fall Meeting. The event will be held September 17-21 at the Hotel Sax in Chicago. More information is available at www.abanet.org/statelocal/home.html or call 1-312-988-5652.

Access CBA Information with New PDA-Friendly Site
When you're on the go, access important CBA information with our new PDA-friendly mobile site, http://m.chicagobar.org. The site contains the latest CBA news as well as a schedule of upcoming seminars and committee meetings.

New Member Benefit! CBA Placement Center Now Available
The CBA is pleased to announce a new member benefit, the CBA Placement Center. The CBA Placement Center brings legal employers and professionals together in a confidential manner. Services include career counseling, confidential networking, and professional placement assistance. Visit the CBA Placement Center to learn more.

CBA Membership Visa Credit Card - Earn 1% Cash Back and 12,500 Bonus Points with Your First Purchase!
The CBA Membership Visa Credit Card is the only credit card that also doubles as your membership card! Plus, the Card allows you to earn triple reward points on CBA purchases, including your membership dues, special events, lunch charges, seminars and more. And, you'll earn free special bonus points for attendance at specific CBA activities, including committee meetings and seminars. To sign up for the card or learn more, visit www.chicagobar.org/visa. Visa representatives will be in the CBA's lobby during committee meetings on September 9 and 10 with special giveaways, stop by and learn more about the Card's special benefits!

Lawyers Needed to Judge Annual Moot Court
The Young Lawyers Section will host its 27th Annual Moot Court Competition on November 13-15, 2008, at the Dirksen Federal Building in Chicago. The YLS needs attorneys to act as competition judges and brief graders. Volunteer brief graders are asked to review and critique approximately 4-5 briefs near the middle of October and volunteer competition judges are needed on the evenings of November 13 and 14 (5:30 or 7:30 p.m.) and the morning of November 15. Competition judges will receive one hour of Illinois MCLE credit for each round judged. (Please note, the MCLE Board requires a $20 fee from attorneys reporting MCLE credit for non-traditional MCLE activities such as judging the CBA's moot court competition. This fee is paid directly to the MCLE Board at the end of your MCLE reporting period). To volunteer, contact Jenni Bertolino at 312-554-2031 or jbertolino@chicagobar.org and indicate your volunteer preference.

CBF Pro Bono Support Program
Pro bono can fit anyone’s schedule and interests! Opportunities are available in virtually every area of law and range from commitments of one or two hours to extended trial and appellate work. The CBF Pro Bono Support Program serves as a clearinghouse for attorneys to find pro bono opportunities. General information on existing pro bono opportunities is available at www.chicagobarfoundation.org, www.illinoisprobono.org, or contact Dina Merrell at (312) 554-1206.