Advanced DUI & Traffic Law Program

                           Presented by the ISBA Traffic Law & Courts Section



3.25 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: April 26, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 17, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)

Don’t miss this annual discussion that explores the increasingly complex issues occurring in DUI court, and the new case law and legislation mandated by the Illinois General Assembly. State’s attorneys, public defenders, and attorneys with intermediate to advanced levels of practice experience who attend this seminar will gain a better understanding of:

  • The admissibility of chemical blood tests in DUI cases;
  • How prescription drug use may impact your client’s case;
  • The discovery issues that can arise in Statutory Summary Suspension Hearings; and
  • What happens when a traffic offense triggers discretionary or mandatory action against a driving record


Program Coordinator:
J. Brick Van Der Snick, Van Der Snick Law Firm, Ltd., St. Charles

Program Moderator:
Ted Harvatin, Harvatin Law Offices, Springfield

8:55 – 9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions
Ted Harvatin, Harvatin Law Offices, Springfield

9:00 – 9:30 a.m. People v. Deroo and the Illinois Rules of Evidence
This segment offers an in-depth look at People v. Deroo[1] and the Illinois Supreme Court’s March 24, 2022 opinion regarding the admissibility of chemical blood tests, the Illinois Rules of Evidence, and Section 11-50-1.4(a) of the Vehicle Code.
Terry D. Slaw, The Law Office of Terry D. Slaw, Rolling Meadows

9:30 – 10:30 a.m. DUI & Prescription Drugs
Gain a better understanding of how prescription drug use can impact your clients facing DUI charges.
Ronald E. Henson, Beron Consulting of Illinois Inc.,, Peoria

10:30 – 10:45 a.m. Break

10:45 – 11:30 a.m. Post-Kladis and Updated Discovery Issues in Statutory Summary Suspension Hearings
This presentation offers an in-depth look at People v. Kladis [2] and discusses the discovery issues that can arise in Statutory Summary Suspension Hearings. A discussion on post-Kladis case law is also included.
David B. Franks, Franks Kelly Matuszewich & Andrle P.C., Lake of the Hills

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Post Traffic/DUI Court Collateral Consequences, Impacts, and Secretary of State
Don’t miss this review of statutory consequences for offenses that triggered discretionary or mandatory action against a motor vehicle record by the Illinois Secretary of State.

Hon. Charles D. Johnson, Nineteenth Judicial Circuit, Waukegan

Alan E. Jones, Alan Jones Attorney at Law, P.C., Waukegan

[1] https://ilcourtsaudio.blob.core.windows.net/antilles-resources/resources/f4c3f159-385d-4813-80d1-30bc87967979/People%20v.%20Deroo,%202022%20IL%20126120.pdf

[2] https://www.illinoiscourts.gov/Resources/72e39182-217f-4bb2-a05c-1551c67f3e18/110920.pdf


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $97.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $162.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

Anatomy of an Audit Trail

Presented by ISBA Tort Law Section


2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours approved Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit


Original Program Date: April 27, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: May­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ 30, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)
Testimonial:
The ISBA CLE program "Anatomy of an Audit Trail" was a fabulous program. All plaintiff's trial lawyers should see this;
especially if you concentrate in medical & hospital negligence cases. -- Martin Glink, attendee at April 27, 2023 live webcast
Audit trails can be complex and overwhelming, but they are an 
invaluable source of information that can help your client!
Have you ever thought changes were made to a medical record or chart? Are there different versions of the same note? Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a plaintiff’s attorney, judge, and audit trail expert as they walk you through the anatomy of an audit trail. The program starts with a look at property requests and motions for the audit trail, what to look for when examining the trail, when to hire an expert, and when to request a hospital visit to examine the original computer records. A discussion on how different versions of the note are updated and saved is included. Additional topics include: when to request an audit trail; how to examine an audit trail v. an audit log; and how to obtain and analyze the audit trail.

Program Coordinator:
Karen A. Enright, Costello McMahon Burke & Murphy Ltd., Chicago

Program Moderator:
Brion W. Doherty, Robert J. Napleton & Associates, Chicago

Program Speakers:
Hon. Elizabeth M. Budzinski, Circuit Court of Cook County, Chicago
Benjamin A. Crane, Coplan & Crane Ltd., Oak Park
Benjamin F. Klimek, Stamos & Trucco LLP, Chicago
Saira Pasha, Audit Trail Pro LLC, Chicago


Program Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $60 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $100
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

ISBA Releases Judicial Advisory Poll Results for the 2023 Reappointment of Associate Judges

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

Associate judges are subject to reappointment every four years. The reappointment is accomplished through the casting of secret ballots by circuit court judges in their circuit. Successful candidates receive votes that tally three-fifths (60%) or greater in favor of their reappointment. Voting concludes prior to the beginning of the new associate judge terms. The new term of office for each reappointed associate judge will begin on July 1, 2023, and terminate on June 30, 2024.

The Basics of Law Office Accounting

ISBA’s Practice Toolbox Series
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association


1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour approved Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit


Original Program Date: April 25, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 30, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Even a brief exposure to the business side of law, and law is a business, makes clear the substantial difference between being a good lawyer and running a well-oiled, profitable practice. While there are some “money things” one can outsource, such as payroll mechanics, it’s critical that you understand core financial concepts and their associated reports from your practice management system. You will learn what information is critical to know and how to find it. We also review who should have access to this information, and how you can share it.


Program Speaker:
Jeffrey Schoenberger, Affinity Consulting Group

About the Speaker: Jeff’s unique role at Affinity involves managing our Practice Management Advisory program. Prior to joining the Affinity family, Jeff practiced law with Legal Aid in Cincinnati, Ohio. He learned about Affinity and consulting as a career path through some of partners Paul Unger’s and Barron Henley’s CLE courses. Jeff’s describes his superpower as his ability to “get the podcast done.” His favorite part of his job is discovering new tech and techniques to help attorneys.

Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $30 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

Employment Investigations: The Roles of Lawyers, Consultants, Private Investigators, and Forensic Computer Specialists Investigating Harassment, Fraud, and Misconduct

Presented by the ISBA Labor & Employment Law Section


2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours approved Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit


Original Program Date: April 19, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 30, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Every employer is challenged with investigating and making decisions regarding alleged employee misconduct, which can range from alleged harassment and violations of company policies to embezzlement and fraud. Employers and their counsel must decide whether to conduct the investigations using the company’s internal resources, the company’s outside counsel, or third-party consultants who specialize in conducting investigations. But there are risks that come with conducting these investigations and making decisions about them, including discrimination complaints, privacy violations, and defamation suits. Don’t miss this online seminar that explores the roles of lawyers, consultants, private investigators, and forensic computer specialists. Labor and employment lawyers, corporate law counsel, general practitioners, and business advice attorneys with intermediate practice experience who attend this program will better understand:
  • When and how to make decisions regarding employee misconduct investigations;
  • The litigation risks involved in conducting internal investigations (and how to minimize those risks);
  • The privacy laws and best human resource practices your clients need to be aware of; and
  • How to utilize the services of outside, third-party investigators.

Program Coordinator/Moderator:
Alan M. Kaplan, Attorney at Law, Deerfield

Program Speakers:
Rachel B. Ablin, Ablin Law, P.C., Chicago
Daniel S. Jerger, Quest Consultants International, Ltd., Oak Brook
Robert Scigalski, Quest Consultants International, Ltd., Oak Brook

Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $60 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $100
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

The Illinois Practitioner Order for Life-Sustaining Treatment Form and Its Purpose: A Primer for Attorneys

Presented by the ISBA Elder Law Section


1.0 hour MCLE credit


Original Program Date: April 18, 2023
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 17, 2025 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for a comprehensive overview of the Illinois Practitioner Order for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), as well as a look at how to approach this topic with clients when talking about health care advanced directives. Elder law attorneys, health care counsel, senior lawyers, and trusts and estate practitioners with all levels of practice experience will better understand:
  • The Illinois POLST Model;
  • The purpose of the Illinois POLST form; and
  • Statements regarding the POLST which attorneys may wish to include during conversations with clients.

Program Coordinator:
Dolores A. Wigman, Prairie State Legal Services, Inc., Woodstock

Program Moderator:
Constance B. Renzi, Mickey Wilson Weiler Renzi Lenert & Julien P.C., Sugar Grove

Program Speakers:
Janet Chaney, Purdue University Northwest, Indiana
Constance B. Renzi, Mickey Wilson Weiler Renzi Lenert & Julien P.C., Sugar Grove
Dr. Jacob Varney, SIU Medicine, Springfield


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $30 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

Creating and Managing Your Firm’s Budget

Posted on May 2, 2023 by Celeste Antoinette Niemann

In the Illinois Bar Journal’s May cover story, “Creating and Managing Your Firm’s Budget,” Jeffrey Krause, attorney and senior consultant with Affinity Consulting Group, says “too many firms—too many households for that matter—they create a budget as this thing that they want to do, and then never follow through on it. They don’t actually make it a working document that they have to use in their business. You have to refer to it all the time—and stick to it. If you’re not looking at it to see whether you’re on track, you’re probably off track. It sounds so common sense, but if you don’t look at it until next year, that doesn’t accomplish anything.”