22nd Annual Environmental Law Conference - Part 4
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Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Environmental and Natural Resources Law Section, The Chicago Bar Association Environmental Law Committee, and The Chicago Bar Association Young Lawyers Environmental Committee
2.75 hours MCLE credit
Original Program Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024 – Friday, May 10, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: July 11, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)
This program gives you the updates you need on the jurisdiction of WOTUS, the current trends in Illinois’ lead poisoning litigation, the enforcement provisions found in the Illinois’ Lead Poisoning Prevention Act; and the recent federal and state cases and state regulations, rulemakings, and legislation.
WOTUS Federal Jurisdiction and State Initiatives
The scope of federal jurisdiction associated with Waters of the United States (WOTUS) is fast-evolving, with more rapids, unexpected twists, turns, impediments, and floods than any known stream. Don’t miss this discussion on the recent developments associated with jurisdiction of WOTUS as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court, as well as the recent rules promulgated by President Biden. A look at the current initiatives in state and local government is also included.
Moderator/Speaker: William J. Anaya, UBGreensfelder, LLP, Chicago
Vince Mosca, Hey & Associates, Chicago
Prof. Robert A. Weinstock, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, Chicago
Lead Enforcement
This session provides a comprehensive overview of current trends in the State’s lead poisoning litigation, including the concerns associated with lead poisoning, the Illinois Department of Public Health’s detection of lead poisoning and subsequent referrals for litigation, the enforcement provisions found in the Illinois’ Lead Poisoning Prevention Act, and common litigation scenarios.
Moderator: Jane E. McBride, Attorney at Law, Springfield
Natalie Long, Illinois Attorney General’s Office, Springfield
The Year in Review: Case Law and Statutory Update
Don’t miss this comprehensive summary of recent federal and state cases and state regulations, rulemakings, and legislation.
Moderator/Speaker: Alex Garel-Frantzen, ArentFox Schiff, Chicago
Sophie Grueterich, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region V, Chicago
Sarah L. Lode, ArentFox Schiff, Chicago
Arielle B. McPherson, Lathrop GPM, Chicago
Steve Sylvester, Illinois Attorney General’s Office, 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 $96.25 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
- Non-Member Price $192.50
- New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
- Law Students – Free