Join us from 1 until 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, for the ISBA's hot-topic seminar that offers a basic overview of how COVID-19 has impacted the construction industry. Topics include: force majeure case law, force majeure clauses in construction contracts, coverage for potential COVID-19 personal injury claims, and the impact the pandemic has had on employment related policies and procedures.
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July 13, 2020 | CLE
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June 30, 2020 |
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Attorneys with a June 30, 2020 MCLE compliance deadline are allowed to choose a three-month extension at no cost if they select that option by July 31, 2020.
To do so, Illinois attorneys must report “Not Yet Complied” on the MCLE Board’s website by July 31, 2020.
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June 24, 2020 | CLE
Technology advances quickly and it's not easy to keep up with it while also trying to practice law. This seminar, held from noon until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, defines and explains the technologies that can help any lawyer solve problems, improve client service, and make life easier. Learn about the essential software and hardware tools that can help you protect client confidentiality, organize case information, manage your practice more efficiently, and improve profitability.
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June 22, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from noon until 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 30 for an in-depth look at why members of the legal community are particularly vulnerable to mental health and substance abuse issues, as well as the strategies that can help achieve a life of balance, health, service, and success. Attorneys who attend this online program will better understand: the declining health issues facing the legal profession, as well as the prevalence of suicide among practicing lawyers and law students; the common problems and susceptibilities arising from industry demands and cultural expectations; how stress can impact an attorney’s competency; the definition of “well-being” and “mindfulness;” how to access and sustain well-being through mindfulness; the mindful tools for a balanced life, including meditation; how mindfulness practices can minimize stress and improve concentration and clarity, and other scientifically proven benefits; and a review of the findings of the National Task Force on Lawyer Well-Being Report.
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June 15, 2020 | CLE
On May 6, 2020, the Department of Education released new Title IX regulations governing how schools must handle claims of sexual harassment and assault. Join us from 11 a.m. until noon on Friday, June 19 for an online presentation that covers the key aspects of these new regulations and how the regulations impact students and higher education institutions, as viewed from varying perspectives, including an attorney for respondent students, an attorney for colleges and universities, and a retired judge and independent adjudicator. Education law attorneys, family law practitioners, and child law counsel who attend this online seminar will better understand: when and how institutions are required to respond to claims of student-on-student sexual harassment and assault; the procedures institutions must follow when investigating and adjudicating complaints of sexual harassment and assault; and how the new regulations balance the interests of complainants and respondents in sexual misconduct cases.
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June 9, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from 11 a.m. until noon Thursday, June 18 to learn how to make your law firm thrive during the pandemic. Most law firms have responded to the crisis well, going virtual quicker than they thought possible and learning to manage a team remotely. They are surviving, which is good, but other firms are doing substantially better than surviving. In fact, some are now thriving and growing, despite operational limitations they couldn’t have imagined just three months ago. One of the differences between the surviving and the thriving law firms is that many of the thriving firms are using professional law firm coaches. This webinar will feature professional practice advisors who can discuss what the thriving firms are doing to position themselves for the recovery and what they’re doing to create competitive advantages for sustaining their growth in the near future. You will leave the program with specific actions your firm can take right now.
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June 4, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from 2 until 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 17 for Reverse Mortgages—Origination, Foreclosure Prevention, and the Rights of Heirs. Matt Hulstein of CVLS and Michelle Weinberg of Legal Aid Chicago have litigated numerous reverse mortgage foreclosures. They will outline the basics of origination and how the loans work. They will also talk through various ways to avoid foreclosure if the loan is ever in default. Finally, they will outline options for the inevitable death or incapacity of the borrower. Attendees will learn: the mechanics of reverse mortgages; how to cure an alleged default of the mortgage loan; and how to plan for incapacity or death of the mortgagor.
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June 1, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from noon until 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 to learn about limited scope representation and how it can help both your law practice and your clients. Attorneys with basic to intermediate practice experience who are interested in learning more about limited scope representation should attend this online seminar for a better understanding of: the rules that govern limited scope representation; how to address problems that may arise; how to manage expectations from the client and the court; and how limited scope representation may increase your business.
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May 27, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 12 to learn about negotiation strategies for attorneys.
You negotiate every day. In fact, your ability to effectively negotiate may be the most critical skill you possess, yet most negotiate instinctively or intuitively. This Master Series seminar trains you to approach negotiations with a strategic mindset, allowing you to become a more effective lawyer. And make no mistake – no matter how much you’ve negotiated, you can still learn. Adding that one new tactic may be the difference between winning and walking away empty-handed. Topics include: the golden rules of negotiation; gaining leverage with alternatives; using objective criteria and timing to your advantage; techniques for gathering information; generating creative solutions; dealing with “negotiation games”; ethical considerations; and much more.
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May 21, 2020 | CLE
Join us online from 1 until 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9 to gain a better understanding of the function, process, and makeup of the Illinois Educational Labor Relations Board. Education law attorneys, general practitioners, and labor and employment lawyers with all levels of practice experience who attend this online seminar will learn: what information is needed when filing a petition; how to handle an unfair labor practice charge; and how to present other matters before the Illinois Education Labor Relations Board, including employee strikes.