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  • April 3, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Register now for YLD Soiree and help raise funds for Children's Assistance Fund

    The ISBA Young Lawyers will host the annual Soiree on April 25 at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. The evening will include an Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing, Casino Games, and Raffle. Proceeds benefit the YLD Children's Assistance Fund.

    WHEN: Friday, April 25, 2014, 8–11 p.m.

    WHERE: Hard Rock Hotel, 230 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago

    WHAT: Event will include open bar, hors d’ oeuvres, dancing, and raffle.  This year the Soiree will also feature blackjack, craps, and roulette casino games for guests to enjoy.  Cocktail/Semi-formal attire preferred.

  • March 25, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    ISBA Intellectual Property Law Section to host "Become a Professional Writer: Industry Tips & Tricks"

    The ISBA Intellectual Property Law Section will host "Become a Professional Writer: Industry Tips & Tricks," a networking event on April 23, 2014 at the ISBA Chicago Office, 20 S. Clark, Ste. 900. The event begins with registration and sign in from noon-12:15 and luncheon and panel from 12:15-1:15 p.m. Cost is $10 for ISBA members/$20 for non-members. Register at www.isba.org/sections/ip/2014networkingevent

  • March 18, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Young Lawyers to host Soiree on April 25

    The ISBA Young Lawyers will host the annual Soiree on April 25 at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. The evening will include an Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing, Casino Games, and Raffle. Proceeds benefit the YLD Children's Assistance Fund.

    When: Friday, April 25, 2014, 8:00 – 11:00 p.m.
    Where: Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, 230 N. Michigan Avenue, Chicago (map and directions)
    What: Event will include Open Bar, Hors d'oeuvres, Dancing, Casino Games, and Raffle.
    Cost: $85 per ticket.
    Deadlines: All sponsorships and advertisements must be purchased by Monday, April 14, 2014. Tickets must be purchased in advance by Monday, April 21, 2014 at www.isba.org/sections/yld/soireereg

    Cocktail/Semi-formal Attire Preferred.

    The YLD Children's Assistance Fund is a special fund of the Illinois Bar Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable entity.

    Sponsorship opportunities:
    $1,250 – Casino Table Sponsor (8 tickets)
    $950 – Platinum Sponsor (6 tickets)
    $650 – Gold Sponsor (4 tickets)
    $350 – Silver Sponsor (2 tickets)

    Ad Book:
    $100 – Full Page
    $50 – Half Page
    $25 – Quarter Page

    For more information, contact Lynne Davis or Rachel McDermott

  • March 13, 2014 | Events | ISBA News
    St. Charles North High School wins ISBA Mock Trial Championship

    Hinsdale Central and Chicago Christian take 2nd, 3rd Place

    St. Charles North High School, in St. Charles, placed first in the 32nd annual Illinois State Bar Association High School Mock Trial Invitational held at the University of Illinois College of Law in Champaign March 8 and 9, 2014.

    Hinsdale Central High School in Hinsdale came in second place, and third place went to Chicago Christian High School in Palos Heights. Hinsdale Central also received the highest team average on the Written Law Exam which was administered in conjunction with the Invitational. Teams from 44 Illinois high schools traveled to Champaign to participate in the program. St. Charles North will represent Illinois at the National High School Mock Trial Championship in Madison, Wisconsin.

    “The mock trial competition lived up to its billing this year, with solid competition from throughout the State,” says Hon. Michael J. Chmiel, of Woodstock, chair of the ISBA’s Standing Committee on Law Related Education for the Public, which conducts the program. “The student competitors were well-prepared and very civil, and all augurs well for the legal profession in the future.”

  • March 8, 2014 | Events
    Phi Alpha Delta Law to honor John K. Norris at St. PADdy's Day Luncheon

    The Chicago Alumni Chapter of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International, will host its annual St. PADdy's Day Luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at Petterino's Restaurant located at 150 N. Dearborn Street in the banquet facility (basement entrance on Randolph Street).  The event begins at 11:30 a.m. and ends by 1 p.m.  John K. Norris will receive the Mary Ann G. McMorrow Service to the Legal Profession Award at the luncheon. 

    Fill out and return the registration form to attend the event.

  • March 6, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Still time to register for "Celebrating Women in the Profession" luncheon - and a thank you to sponsors

    Joan C. Williams, a law professor and prolific author on work and family issues, will be the keynote speaker at a “Celebrating Women in the Profession” luncheon hosted by the Illinois State Bar Association on Thursday, March 13, at the Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson, Chicago.

    ISBA would like to thank sponsors for this program, including:

    Gold

    • Burke Wise Morrissey & Kaveny
    • Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education

    Silver

    • ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
    • Winston & Strawn LLP

    Bronze

    • North Shore LAW
  • February 28, 2014 | Events
    Register by March 4 for YLD Bean Bag Party and Tournament

    Please join us at the 7th Annual Bean Bag Tournament and show your support for the IBF/ YLD Children’s Assistance Fund. The Children’s Assistance Fund has distributed grants in excess of $285,000 over the past fifteen years, due to the widespread support of our donors and participation in events like the Bean Bag Tournament.

    • When:  Saturday, March 8, 2014, Noon - 4 p.m.
    • Where: Mahoney's Pub and Grille, 551 N. Ogden, Chicago, IL 
    • What:  Open bar, warm appetizers and an afternoon full of friends and competition!
    • Cost: $35.00 per person/per wristband or $100.00 per two-member team (team fee includes two wristbands and entry in the Bean Bag Tournament). You must be 21 or older to participate. 

    Championship team will receive $350 and runner up will walk away with $150!

    Register now! 

    All teams must be registered by Tuesday, March 4, 2014. Wristbands can also be purchased online through March 4, or purchased at the door the day of the event. No refunds will be given after March 4.

    Questions? Email Marron Mahoney, marron.mahoney@gmail.com or Tony Bruno, lawyerbruno@gmail.com

  • February 24, 2014 | Events
    Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon to play Lawyers Rock Legends

    Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon will make a guest appearance at the IBF’s Lawyers Rock Legends on Thursday, February 27, 2014. Lt. Gov. Simon will perform with the 5-thirty band; which consists of lawyers John Locallo, Carlos Vera, and Thomas Battista among other talented musicians. Lawyers Rock Legends is the IBF’s second largest fundraiser of the year. Proceeds from this event go towards helping lawyers in need and ensuring access to justice. Tickets for the event are still available. Doors open at 6:30 pm.

    Learn more and register at www.illinoisbarfoundation.org or by calling the Illinois Bar Foundation at 312.726.6072.

    Proceeds from this event benefit the charitable programs of the IBF.

  • February 21, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Registration now open for "Celebration of Women in the Profession" luncheon

    Joan C. Williams, a law professor and prolific author on work and family issues, will be the keynote speaker at a “Celebration of Women in the Profession” luncheon hosted by the Illinois State Bar Association on Thursday, March 13, at the Union League Club, 65 W. Jackson, Chicago.

  • February 20, 2014 | ISBA News | Events
    Volunteers needed for ISBA Mock Trial Invitational

    Are you interested in sharpening your trial skills from different perspective, improving the public image of attorneys in Illinois, performing an important public service, evaluating a group of talented and hard-working students in a state-wide competition or just doing something different on the weekend?

    If so, this year’s ISBA High School Mock Trial Invitational is for you!  It will take place on Saturday and Sunday, March 8th and 9th, 2014, at the University of Illinois School of Law in Champaign, Illinois.