Civil Practice Basics Series - Part 1: Drafting the Complaint

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Presented by the ISBA Civil Practice and Procedure Section and the ISBA Young Lawyers Division


1.50 hours MCLE credit, including 1.50 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention


Original Program Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: May 20, 2026(You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss this introductory look at drafting the complaint for your next civil practice case. Civil practice attorneys, new lawyers, and general practitioners with basic practice experience will learn the valuable techniques needed to draft an effective complaint, as well as the relevant statutes and Supreme Court rules that may impact your client.

Program Coordinator:
Joseph A. Souligne , Webber & Thies, P.C., Urbana

Program Chat Moderator:
Samantha A. Bobor, Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes, P.C., Springfield

Program Speaker:
Joseph A. Souligne , Webber & Thies, P.C., Urbana


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 $52.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $105
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

10 Tips for Illinois Attorneys: Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain in Real Estate

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Presented by the ISBA Real Estate Law Section
Co-sponsored by the ISBA Standing Committee on Legal Technology


1.50 hours MCLE credit, including 1.50 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, or Legal Ethics credit, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit


Original Program Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 20, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss this opportunity to get the top ten tips you need regarding artificial intelligence and blockchain issues that may impact your real estate practice! Intellectual property lawyers, real estate law attorneys, legal technology practitioners, and civil practice lawyers with basic to intermediate practice experience who attend this online program will better understand:
  • How to use AI and blockchain for faster, more secure title transactions;
  • How technology can help automate routine tasks, reduce errors, and prevent delays;
  • How AI can help with due diligence, including finding hidden risks and identifying undervalued properties;
  • How AI and blockchain can help mitigate the risk of non-compliance;
  • How AI-powered legal chatbots can improve customer service and client satisfaction;
  • How to stay up-to-date on emerging technologies to future-proof your practice;
  • The ethical issues to be aware of when using AI and blockchain in your practice;
  • How to bridge the gap between law and technology to create new revenue streams and contribute to a more efficient real estate market;
  • The Illinois laws and regulations pertaining to AI and blockchain in real estate;
  • The real-world examples that showcase successful implementation of AI and blockchain in Illinois real estate transactions; and
  • Much more!


Program Coordinator/Moderator:
Laura L. Lundsgaard , Laura L. Lundsgaard, Attorney and Counselor at Law, LLC, Inverness

Program Speakers:
Mazyar M. Hedayat , M. Hedayat & Associates, P.C., Romeoville
Parsia Hedayat , Data Engineer, 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 $52.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $105
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Former Williamson County State's Attorney sentenced in federal case

A former Williamson County state's attorney in southern Illinois was sentenced on Wednesday, nearly two months after he pleaded guilty to a federal charge.

From: 
WSIL

Bill providing free state IDs to people leaving prison, jail heads to Pritzker's desk

Incarcerated people who previously held a state ID or driver's license could be able to submit a form to the Secretary of State's office to get a new ID. Applicants would need a photo taken by the correctional facility and must provide proof of residency upon discharge.

From: 
WAND

Gerald Reed's decadeslong Chicago double murder case ends with not-guilty finding

Reed won a new trial in 2021, the year Gov. J.B. Pritzker commuted his life sentence because of coronavirus pandemic health concerns. “It’s been a long, long process to get vindication,” says Elliot Zinger, his lawyer.

From: 
Chicago Sun-Times

Federal judge overseeing Chicago Police Department reforms won’t ban no-knock warrants or tighten restrictions on raids

The federal judge overseeing efforts to reform the Chicago Police Department declined Wednesday to ban no-knock warrants or tighten restrictions on when – and how – officers can raid Chicagoans’ homes, according to a new ruling.

From: 
wttw

Former Marine still proclaims innocence, despite legal setbacks and 25 years in prison

Of the nearly 30,000 people serving sentences in Illinois’ prisons, there are some who proclaim their innocence. In the last 20 years, the state has released a spate of mostly men who were wrongfully convicted, some after it was determined they were tortured into giving confessions.

From: 
wttw

Ex-Savanna woman gets 3 years in prison for harassing witness in race-based case

Cheryl Hampton also is defendant in state’s 1st civil hate-crime suit for related actions.

From: 
Shaw Local News Network

Applying Artificial Intelligence Tools in Your Practice

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
just use the green button next to the “Add to Cart” button below!
Master Series presented by the Illinois State Bar Association


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


Original Program Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­May 20, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from our highly-popular speaker, Drew Vaughn , as he offers this one-hour primer on artificial intelligence, including the ethical considerations you need to be aware of and the practical examples of what it can actually do for you and your law practice.


Program Speaker:
Andrew G. Vaughn, Deviant Marketing, Chicago
About the Speaker: Drew Vaughn is a lawyer who understands marketing and, as an Artificial Intelligence Consultant for law firms, understands today’s technology. He is the Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Deviant Marketing, LLC , as well as the Founder of Tin Foil Hat Tech, which specializes in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and privacy issues. Additionally, Drew created NuVorce – the only law firm ever named a finalist for the prestigious Chicago Innovation Awards, and also created the second most effective Facebook ad in history (a Facebook ad with a 27,000% rate of return). In 2017, Drew created the ad that won the 2017 Legal Ad of the Year. Drew is also a Professor at Loyola University Chicago School of Law.


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 $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

LIVE - Niching Down in Sports & Entertainment Law

September 6, 2024
Presented by the ISBA Sports & Entertainment Law Section*

Friday, September 6, 2024
Wintrust Arena
200 E. Cermak Road, Chicago
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Chicago Sky v. Los Angeles Sparks WNBA Game
Friday, September 6, 2024
Wintrust Arena, 200 E. Cermak Road, Chicago
8:30 p.m.

Tickets may be purchased individually or in combination with this CLE program for a discount. If you are interested in purchasing the CLE & Chicago Sky Ticket Combo, please purchase the Chicago Sky Tickets first, after which you will receive a discount code to register for the "Niching Down in Sports & Entertainment" CLE Seminar at a discounted rate.
  • Chicago Sky Tickets Only - $70
  • CLE & Chicago Sky Ticket Combo - $100/Members; $150/Non-Members

1.0 hour MCLE credit

Join us for an illuminating exploration into the intersection of law, sports, and the entertainment industry. Whether you're an intellectual property lawyer intrigued by the complexities of entertainment or a business attorney seeking to leverage contract negotiation principles in sports broadcasting, film, speaking agreement, or more, this seminar is tailored to empower you with the insights and strategies you need to thrive in this dynamic field of law. Through engaging discussions, expert panels, and real-world case studies, we'll delve into the intricacies of sports and entertainment law, uncovering untapped avenues for legal practitioners – from navigating the legal landscape of athlete endorsements to understanding the nuances of content licensing in the digital age! Topics include:
  • Identifying lucrative opportunities within the sports and entertainment industry that align with your legal expertise;
  • Understanding how various legal specialties, such as intellectual property and contract law, intersect with sports and entertainment;
  • The emerging trends and challenges shaping the future of sports and entertainment law;
  • The practical strategies for building a successful practice and establishing yourself as a trusted advisor in the industry;
  • Understand how your expertise aligns with professionals currently in the sports and entertainment industry; and
  • The importance of networking with fellow legal professionals and industry insiders to expand your professional connections and opportunities for collaboration.

Program Coordinators:
Sivonnia DeBarros , SL DeBarros Law Firm LLC, Woodstock
Charles Harrington , Chiii Law, Chicago

Program Speaker:
Jason Campbell , Brand B Sports, Chicago
*Join the NEW ISBA Sports & Entertainment Law Section for FREE through June 2025 and receive a $10 section member discount on CLE programming sponsored by the section!
www.isba.org/sections/sportsentertainment
By registering for and attending this ISBA event or program I affirm that:
  • I will comply with all state and CDC guidance related to hand sanitation, social distancing, and use of face coverings as appropriate for my vaccination status;
  • If applicable, I will follow more stringent local or venue requirements regarding hand sanitation, distancing, vaccination, testing, and face coverings in place at the location, and at the time of, the meeting.
  • I will not attend the event or program if I have tested positive for COVID-19, am experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, or have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19. If at any time I begin to experience symptoms of COVID-19, or am in contact with someone experiencing symptoms, I will immediately leave the event or program;
  • I understand that there is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 in any public place or gathering, and that recommended safety protocols continue to evolve. I agree to waive and release any and all claims I, or my guests, may have against the ISBA arising out of or connected in any way with exposure to Covid-19 (and its variants) at the event or program.

Program Information

  • An additional $15 fee is charged for registrations on or after Thursday, August 29, 2024
  • Please Note: MCLE credit is available to registrants only on the day of this live event – and you must attend the entire program to earn MCLE credit. All registrants will receive access to a recording of the event a few days after the program, but credit is NOT available for the recording.
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