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November 23

Elder Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Kathleen Swanson with "A Family Caregivers Guide to Nursing Home Care."

Trust Law, Uniform Trust Act Subcommittee (IL MCLE Credit)
Lyman Welch on a number of select provisions of the Uniform Trust Code, as modified by a number of states that have adopted the Code.

November 24

Alliance For Women Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Federal Taxation Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
Robert E. McKenzie, Arstein & Lehr LLP, with a 2009 IRS representation update.

Intellectual Property Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
James B. Coughlan, Perkins Coie LLP, on intellectual property litigation at the U.S. International Trade Commission

YLS Real Estate Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
Fredric Prohov, Prohov & Associates Ltd., on the U. S. Green Building Council's Certification Process for Green Buildings and caselaw on related liability issues.

November 25

Asset Protection Committee
William Ensing Jr. will speak.

Class Litigation Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Human Rights Committee
Committee will meet.

Real Property Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
Joshua Glazov, DLA Piper, with "D'Oench, Dhume, Section 13(e) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act and its implications for real estate workouts."

Television Committee
Meeting cancelled.

November 26

CBA will be closed for the holiday.

November 27

CBA will be closed for the holiday.

Cy Pres Distributions: What to Do with Leftover Funds in Class Actions?
December 2/3:00-5:00 p.m./$50 Member/$100 Nonmember/$35 Gov't Member

Advanced Legal Writing
December 3/12:00-2:00 p.m./$50 Member/$100 Nonmember/$35 Gov't Member

Christmas Spirits Production: I'm a Lawyer - Get Me Out of Here - December 8 to 12
The CBA's Entertainment Committee is now accepting reservations for its 86th Annual Christmas Spirits Production, "I'm a Lawyer - Get Me Out of Here," running from December 8 to 12, 2009, at DePaul's Merle Reskin Theatre. Purchase tickets and view details at www.chicagobar.org or call 312-554-2000. Presented by Hudson Legal.

CBA & ISBA 2009 Illinois Supreme Court Reception and Dinner - December 11
Join us in honoring the Justices of the Illinois Supreme Court on Friday, December 11, 2009, at 6:00 p.m., at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, 301 E. Water Street. Chief Justice Thomas R. Fitzgerald will provide the keynote address. $120 per person. Black tie requested. For more information and reservations, contact JoAnn Hibbs at 1-800-252-8908.

Young Lawyers Section Lunch with a Judge - December 16
The Hon. Richard A. Posner of the United States Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals will discuss courtroom decorum and how young lawyers can practice successfully in court. Event includes free pizza lunch. You must be a CBA member or law student member to attend and you must register in advance of the lunch. Limit 100 persons. Register now.

Opening a Law Firm - January 14 to 16
Learn what you need to know before starting your own firm. Click here for details and registration.

CLE in Cancun, Mexico - February 12-15
Join the CBA in sunny Cancun, Mexico President's Day Weekend 2010 and earn up to 7.5 hours of IL MCLE credit. Speakers and topics now announced. View details and registration form.

Video Conferencing Services Now Available at Association Headquarters
Save money on travel for your depositions and meetings - video conferencing services are now available at Association Headquarters. Members receive discounted pricing. View reservation information.

Christmas Carol CD Now Available
The CBA's Symphony Orchestra's recording of Charles Dicken's "A Christmas Carol" is now on sale for $12. Order online or pick up a copy in the CBA's Legal Bookstore (312-554-2130).

Free Practice Pointers Available for Members
Members have access to free practice tips webcasts at www.chicagobar.org (under Webcasts). "Income Tax Issues for Employers" by Barry Kozak, The John Marshall Law School, is now available. View the webcast.

Discounted Chicago Bull Tickets
The Chicago Bulls are offering members discounted tickets for December 8 and 21. View purchase form .

Member Benefit: Magazine Discounts
CBA members can save up to 50% off basic rates on magazines for office or personal use. To order, call 800-289-6247.

Young Lawyers Section Children’s Book Drive - Until Dec. 11
The YLS is collecting new and gently used children’s books until December 11, 2009. All books will donated to the children’s waiting room at the Daley Center, the Cook County Juvenile Justice Center, and the William C. Goudy Elementary School (the CBA’s adopted school). Donations may be dropped off in the CBA lobby (321 S. Plymouth Ct.).

Young Lawyers Section Blood Drive - December 15
The YLS will host a blood drive at CBA Headquarters on December 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment contact Katie Liss or register online and use sponsor code 391E. View details in PDF.

CBF Pro Bono Support Program
As a result of the current economy, pro bono and legal aid programs face many challenges as they work to meet a high level of need with extremely limited resources. Pro bono attorneys are an important supplement to these efforts. The CBF encourages attorneys to be flexible and patient in approaching pro bono opportunities. The Pro Bono Opportunities Guide is designed to help you find a pro bono program that fits your needs. For more information on pro bono opportunities, contact CBF Pro Bono Director Kelly Tautges at ktautges@chicagobar.org or visit www.chicagobarfoundation.org.

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