Bankruptcy Basics: From the Creditor's Perspective

Presented by the ISBA Commercial Banking, Collections, and Bankruptcy Section


4.0 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: November 18, 2022
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­November 17, 2024 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)




Join us online for this introductory look at bankruptcy from the creditor’s perspective. Bankruptcy lawyers, new attorneys, and general practitioners with basic practice experience who attend this seminar will better understand:
  • How to analyze the creditor’s position with respect to the automatic stay;
  • The criteria for dismissing a bankruptcy case;
  • How to represent your Chapter 11 client;
  • How divorce and bankruptcy intersect;
  • How a divorce judgment may be a fraudulent transfer;
  • How to represent creditors in Subchapter V cases; and
  • Much more.


Program Coordinators:
Samuel H. Levine, Bryce Downey & Lenkov LLC, Chicago
Julia J. Smolka, Robbins DiMonte Ltd., Park Ridge
 
Program Moderator:
Samuel H. Levine, Bryce Downey & Lenkov LLC, Chicago


Representing the Consumer Creditor
Get the information you need regarding representing the consumer creditor, including: analyzing the creditor’s position with respect to the automatic stay; the criteria for dismissal; examining the authority for corporate filing; confirmation issues; mortgage indebtedness concerns; and miscellaneous issues concerning proofs of claim.
Paul M. Bach, Bach Law Office, Northbrook

Representing the Commercial Creditor
This segment discusses important aspect of representing commercial creditors – from analyzing a Chapter 11 plan and disclosure statement, balloting and voting, and the dismissal of Chapter 11, to examining the authority for corporate filing, confirmation issues, and commercial lease concerns.
Steve Jakubowski, Robbins DiMonte Ltd., Chicago
Cornelius F. Riordan, Robbins DiMonte Ltd., Chicago
Julia J. Smolka, Robbins DiMonte Ltd., Park Ridge

Bankruptcy and Divorce
Discover the unseen hazards of failing to consider the interplay of an Illinois divorce and bankruptcy in the often seen scenario where a couple may want to sever ties with each other and their creditors at or about the same time. Topics include: timing; discharge; the impact of entireties property; how the divorce judgment may be a fraudulent transfer; and the process and forms for a much needed reorganization.
Paul A. Osborn, Ward, Murray, Pace & Johnson, P.C., Sterling

Bankruptcy Creditor Potpourri
This presentation explores a number of bankruptcy topics, including how to handle Chapter 12 cases and how to represent creditors in Subchapter V cases.
Sumner A. Bourne, Rafool & Bourne, P.C., Peoria

Program Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $120 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $200
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free

Illinois Supreme Court Announces E-Filing Expansion to Include Quasi-Criminal Cases and E-Citations

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

The Illinois Supreme Court today announced the expansion of e-filing to include quasi-criminal cases and electronic citations (e-Citations). This expansion beyond civil, criminal, and juvenile cases furthers the Supreme Court’s objective to utilize technology to reduce and streamline processes. It will be done in a permissive manner initially so counties can join as their technology allows. 

Law Practice Succession, Transition, and Exit Strategies

Posted on January 31, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

Join us for an in-depth look at how to create a law practice succession plan, transition out of a practice, and/or create an exit strategy that benefits everyone involved. Topics include: opportunities for younger attorneys; setting goals and timelines; how to properly valuate a practice; finding candidates and opportunities; and the ethical issues to consider.

Illinois Supreme Court Appoints Jennifer Barron as Circuit Judge in DuPage County

Posted on January 27, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

Justice Mary K. O’Brien and the Supreme Court of Illinois have announced the appointment of Jennifer L. Barron as a Circuit Judge in the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit, DuPage County. 

Ms. Barron is being appointed to fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Judge Linda E. Davenport to the Third District Appellate Court. The appointment takes effect on February 15, 2023, and will conclude December 2, 2024, following the November 2024 general election. 

Illinois Supreme Court Access to Justice Commission Announces Disability Access Committee

Posted on January 26, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

The Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Access to Justice (ATJ Commission) this week announced the formation and inaugural roster of the new Disability Access Committee (Committee). 

The purpose of the new Committee is to guide the ATJ Commission in the development of policies and programming addressing the barriers to equitable access to our courts faced by individuals with disabilities. 

The Do’s and Don’ts of Practicing Law in States Where a Lawyer Is Not Licensed

Posted on January 25, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

In Illinois, multi-jurisdictional practice is primarily governed by Supreme Court Rule 5.5. With the advent of the internet, social media, Zoom, and other advanced communication methods, multi-jurisdictional representation has flourished and opened new and exciting avenues for legal practice. Under Rule 5.5, in certain circumstances, lawyers not licensed in Illinois may practice in Illinois without obtaining local counsel or an Illinois license.

Court Operations Resume at Michael A. Bilandic Building Following Elevator Repairs

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Timothy A. Slating

The Michael A. Bilandic Building is re-opening today as the elevators were returned to service following repairs over the weekend. The State Fire Marshal inspected the site this morning and certified the elevators now meet all code and safety requirements. 

Civil Procedures and Family Law

Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section
1.0 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: November 17, 2022
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 1, 2024 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Program Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago

Program Moderators:
Hon. Arnold F. Blockman, University of Illinois School of Law, Champaign
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago


Learn how the Code of Civil Procedure can help you streamline you next family law trial by limiting or resolving issues before the trial starts, as well as the ethical considerations you need to be aware of regarding dispositive motions.
Lane Harvey, Harvey & Baker, Mt. Vernon
Hon. Mark J. Lopez (ret.), Circuit Court of County, Chicago


*Originally presented as the ISBA’s Live Event “It’s Never Just Family Law.” Find more sessions in this series in the ISBA on-demand catalog.


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • 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

It's Never Just Family Law - Part 2

Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section
3.25 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: November 17, 2022
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 1, 2024 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss Part 2 of this two-part program that explores the various disciplines that intersect with family law, how they impact the practice, and the risks associated with failing to understand how these other areas may impact your case. Family law attorneys, general practitioners, and child law lawyers with all levels of practice experience who attend this program will better understand:
  • How to help your client through a family law case that is simultaneously facing a related criminal case (such as domestic violence or child abuse);
  • What to do when your client is criminally sentenced while their family law case is still pending;
  • How to identify personality disorders and what you can do the help your client avoid self-sabotage; and
  • Much more.

Program Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago

Program Moderators:
Hon. Arnold F. Blockman, University of Illinois School of Law, Champaign
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago


The Intersection of Criminal Law and Family Law
When a family law case involves elements of criminal law, such as domestic violence, child abuse, restraining orders, or alcohol (DUI) and drug offenses, the case becomes exponentially more complicated for the family law practitioner. This panel presentation addresses this common intersection and the steps you should take to lessen the negative impact on your client, including the proceedings changes taking place simultaneously with their family law case. The ethical conundrums arising for the family law practitioner when faced with these overlapping disciplines are also explored.
Juliet E. Boyd, Boyd & Kummer LLC, Chicago
Robert A. Fisher, FisherLevine Law Group LLP, Chicago
Hon. Mark J. Lopez (ret.), Circuit Court of County, Chicago
Lena Goretsky Winters, Winters Family Law, LLP, Chicago

Family Law and the Prison System
Take advantage of this opportunity to listen as a retired General Counsel of the Illinois Department and Corrections and a family law practitioner explain the steps you need to take when your client is criminally sentenced while evidentiary matters in your family law case are still pending. Topics include: securing their testimony; determining the parenting rights of an incarcerated parent; gaining access to your imprisoned client; and how the prison system relates to client representation in family law.
Wes Cowell, Cowell Family Law P,C,, Oak Park
Robert L. Fanning, Chief Legal Counsel Illinois Department of Corrections, Springfield

The Intersection of Immigration and Family Law
The rise in migrating populations around the world has increased the number of marriages between U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. This segment addresses the impact of the immigrant experience and the challenges faced in family law court, including the challenges facing the immigrant’s counsel. Topics include: how the allegations in pleadings can become critical in immigration proceedings; how foreign decrees are enforced under principals of comity; how using the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act in matters involving foreign custody orders and immigration status can impact the IRC 1040 tax free exchange of property in dissolution of marriage; and the malpractice pitfalls and ARDC discipline risks to avoid when dealing with an immigration divorce.
Hon. Anna M. Benjamin, Sixth Judicial Circuit Court, Urbana
Tejas N. Shah, Barnes & Thornburg, LLP, Chicago



*Originally presented as the ISBA’s Live Event “It’s Never Just Family Law.” Find more sessions in this series in the ISBA on-demand catalog.

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

It's Never Just Family Law - Part 1

Presented by the ISBA Family Law Section
3.75 hours MCLE credit, including 0.75 hour approved Professional Responsibility in the following category: Mental Health and Substance Abuse credit


Original Program Date: November 17, 2022
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 1, 2024 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss Part 1 of this two-part program, that explores the various disciplines that intersect with family law, how they impact the practice, and the risks associated with failing to understand how these other areas may impact your case. Family law attorneys, general practitioners, and child law lawyers with all levels of practice experience who attend this program will better understand:
  • The legislative changes and case law that may impact your family law practice;
  • How the Code of Civil Procedure can help you with you next family law trial;
  • The challenges facing U.S. citizens who are married to foreign nationals; and
  • How the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act may affect your client’s case


Program Coordinator:
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago

Program Moderators:
Hon. Arnold F. Blockman, University of Illinois School of Law, Champaign
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich, LLP, Chicago


Family Law Update
The program opens with a comprehensive look at the critical cases and legislative changes over the past year that impact your family law practice. Cases involving the intersection of multiple disciplines in family law are highlighted.
Hon. Arnold F. Blockman, University of Illinois School of Law, Champaign
Hon. Anna M. Benjamin, Sixth Judicial Circuit Court, Urbana

Civil Procedure and Family Law
Learn how the Code of Civil Procedure can help you streamline you next family law trial by limiting or resolving issues before the trial starts, as well as the ethical considerations you need to be aware of regarding dispositive motions.
Lane Harvey, Harvey & Baker, Mt. Vernon
Hon. Mark J. Lopez (ret.), Circuit Court of County, Chicago

Practice Management of the Self-Defeating Client*
Ever wondered why your client won’t listen to you, and why they don’t understand how they may be hurting their own case? Then join us for this segment that helps you better understand your clients, and offers specific recommendations for working with clients with personality disorders. Learn how to identify personality disorders, the strategies that work best for different types of personality disorders, and how to coach clients who use text and email with their partners.
Dr. Sol R. Rappaport, Clinical Psychologist, Libertyville

The Impact of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to Family Law Practice
With the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, attorneys must now deal with the changes this brings to the family law practice. Don’t miss this discussion on how this may affect your next client, as well as how the revised IRC will impact the practice of family law.
Courtney Viamille, Cohn Reznick, Chicago

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 $112.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit
    • Non-Member Price $187.50
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students - Free