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November 17

Administrative Law Judges Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
John P. Schmidt, Illinois Attorney General’s Office, with “Preserving the Administrative Record for Administrative Review.”

Committee for LGBT Rights (IL MCLE Credit)
Michael R. Jarecki will speak about issues surrounding the immigration of HIV-positive individuals and more.

Corporation and Business Law (IL MCLE Credit)
Robin Heiss, Reed Smith, on "Corporate Documentation: Forms and Best Drafting Practices."

Real Estate Taxation, Assessment & Appeals Subcommittee (IL MCLE Credit)
Scott Kozlov and Albert Krawczyk, Illinois ARDC, will discuss will the attorney disciplinary process and more.

Senior Lawyers Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Felice Eckhouse, ElderSpace Inc., with resources in the senior home environment.

YLS Mental Health & Disability Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
John F. Costello Jr., Office of the Illinois Attorney General, with an overview of veterans benefits.

November 18

Continuing Legal Education Committee
Meeting cancelled.

CyberLaw and Data Privacy Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Julie E. Land, Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP, with "Identity Theft Prevention and the FACTA Red Flags Rule."

Federal Taxation, Partnership Division B (IL MCLE Credit)
Mark Luscombe, CCH, with "2008 Partnership Tax Law Update."

Government Service Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Probate Practice Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Real Property Law, Condominium Subcommittee
Alan Lev, Belgravia Group Ltd., will speak.

YLS Creative Arts Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Jerry Glover, The Entertainment & Intellectual Property Group LLC, on legal representation of TV producers.

November 19

Antitrust Law Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Asset Protection Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Michael Zolno, Zolno Consulting, on client service issues, such as responsiveness, managing service expectations.

Corporation & Business Law, Pass Through Entities Subc. (IL MCLE Credit)
Hon. Alexander P. White, Cook County Circuit Court, on creditor's rights with respect to pass through entities.

YLS Career Assistance Committee
Natalie Kijurna, Valparaiso University, and Erin Majka, Tressler Soderstrom Maloney & Priess LLP, on job search correspondence.

November 20

Animal Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Marcia Kramer, AnimalLaw.com, with a legislative roundup.

Commercial Finance & Transactions Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Customs & US International Trade Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Michelle Welsh and Karen Lobdell, both of Drinker Biddle & Reath, with a CBP Trade Symposium recap.

Immigration & Nationality Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Eleni Wolfe-Roubatis, National Immigrant Justice Center, on "Immigration Consequences of Certain Criminal Offenses."

Social Security Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Eric Schnaufer will address the issues of reopening, res judicata, administrative finality, and collateral estoppel.

YLS Labor & Employment Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Jeremy Glenn, Meckler Bulger Tilson Marick & Pearson LLP, on the Employee Free Choice Act.

November 21

Securities Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Adam Warren and John Levitske from Duff & Phelps will provide an explanation of the credit market meltdown.

New Trends for Old Debt
November 17/12:00-2:00 p.m./$50 Member/$100 Nonmember/$35 Gov't Member

Ethics Boot Camp for Transactional Attorneys (Video Room Only)
November 18/1:00-5:30 p.m./$100 Member/$200 Nonmember/$80 Gov't Member

Probate Practice Part 2
November 19/3:00-6:00 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

Reduction in Force: How to Implement and Challenge a RIF
November 20/3:00-6:00 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

YLS Social Hour - November 20
The Young Lawyers Section will hold its November Social on Thursday, November 20, 2008, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at Jimmy Fig's, 180 N. Franklin. Admittance includes one complimentary drink and appetizers.

Alliance for Women Mentoring Circles Meeting - November 25
The Alliance for Women's newest initiative, Women's Mentoring Circles, will hold its next meeting on November 25, 2008, at 12:00 p.m., at the CBA. At this meeting, we will review Mentoring Circles Fundamentals with the assistance of expert life coach Jenna Streeter. The deadline for Circle enrollment is November 21. Fill out an online application at www.chicagobar.org. Questions? Contact Rachael Pontikes or Jennifer Escalante.

CBA Family Holiday Festival at Navy Pier - December 7
Bring your family and join the CBA for the all new "Family Holiday Festival" at Navy Pier's Winter Wonderfest on Sunday, December 7, 2008, from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Enjoy a special private holiday reception, with family-friendly food and beverages, in the Lakeview Terrace. Then enjoy the WonderFest which includes inflatables, carousel, climbing wall, ferris wheel, ice skating, cookie decorating, face painting and live entertainment by the CBA Chorus and the CBA Barristers Big Band. $40 per person, $10 for children under 12 (cost includes family-friendly food and beverages and unlimited access to all Winter WonderFest activities, including ice-skate rental). Proceeds from the event will benefit the Sun-Times Judge Marovitz Lawyers Lend-a-Hand to Youth Program. Sponsored by Clifford Law Offices, CBA Administrators Inc., and LexisNexis. For tickets, contact Tamra Drees, CBA Events Coordinator, at 312-554-2057 or order online at www.chicagobar.org.

YLS Lunch ‘n’ Learn with a Judge – December 8
Members are invited to have lunch with the Hon. Michael J. Howlett, Jr., Juvenile Justice Division, Circuit Court of Cook County, on Monday, December 8, 2008, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the CBA. Judge Howlett will provide an overview of the juvenile justice system. Event includes free pizza lunch. You must be a CBA member to attend this event and you must register in advance of the lunch. RSVP at 312-554-2032, yls@chicagobar.org, or online.

Christmas Spirits 2008 Tickets - December 9 to 13
The CBA's Christmas Spirits team is currently gearing up for its December 9-13 performance of "The Jury Boys" at the Merle Reskin Theatre. The Committee has posted highlights from past performances on YouTube. View the video now. Order tickets for the 2008 Christmas Spirits Show now online at www.chicagobar.org (print fax form) or email Awilda Reyes at areyes@chicagobar.org.

CBA and ISBA to Honor Illinois Supreme Court - December 12
The CBA and the Illinois State Bar Association will honor the Justices of the Illinois Supreme Court with a dinner and reception on Friday, December 12, 2008. The event will feature Justice Lloyd A. Karmeier from the Fifth District as the keynote speaker. A reception will be held at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner and remarks at 7:00 p.m. The Sheraton is located at 301 E. North Water Street, Chicago. Black tie optional. Tickets are $110 each. For reservations, contact JoAnn Hibbs at 1-800-252-8909.

YLS Texas Hold'em Tournament - January 23
Join the Young Lawyers Section at its third annual Texas Hold’em Tournament for the benefit of The Chicago Bar Foundation on Friday, January 23, 2008, at The Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Court. Check in begins at 5:00 p.m. and play begins at 6:00 p.m. The $150 entrance fee includes a casual buffet dinner and drinks and prizes will be awarded to top players. The tournament allows for rebuys and add-ons. A special refresher course will be held prior to the tournament start at 5:15 p.m. to remind novice players of the basic rules of play and how to properly bet. To register, call the Young Lawyers Section at 312-554-2031 or download the fax form. View event flyer.

Volunteers Needed to Evaluate Judges
The Judicial Evaluation Committee is looking for volunteers to serve in its Investigation Division. The Committee evaluates candidates for the bench and sitting judges seeking retention. You must be a CBA member with a few years of practice experience to apply. If you are a current JEC member there is no need to reapply. Submit a membership application to Therese Kurth via fax 312-554-2054 or email.

CBA Singers Available for December 2008
Select ensembles of the CBA Chorus are ready to entertain at your next business social or holiday event. For details contact Jennifer Widmer or Terry Kennedy. Proceeds benefit the CBA Chorus

Member Benefit: FindLaw Marketing Services
FindLaw helps law firms use the Internet to connect with more well-qualified clients. As a division of West, FindLaw creates Web sites and other online marketing strategies that combine technological expertise with a deep knowledge of the legal industry. FindLaw’s Web specialists and local Chicago consultants provide the service and innovative solutions to make every firms stand out from the crowd. CBA members are eligible for several discounts and benefits. To learn more, visit the special CBA site at http://cba.lawyermarketing.com.

CBA Night with the Chicago Bulls - December 9 and December 13
Half price tickets are available to CBA members on December 9 and 13. Download an order form by December 1.

CBA Membership Visa Credit Card - Earn 1% Cash Back and 12,500 Bonus Points with Your First Purchase!
The CBA Membership Visa Credit Card is the only credit card that also doubles as your membership card! Plus, the Card allows you to earn triple reward points on CBA purchases, including your membership dues, special events, lunch charges, seminars and more. And, you'll earn free special bonus points for attendance at specific CBA activities, including committee meetings and seminars. To sign up for the card or learn more, visit www.chicagobar.org/visa.

All You Need is (g)Love Children's Winter Coat Collection - Through November 21
The YLS is participating in the All You Need is (g)Love Children's Winter Coat Drive that is sponsored by Lawyers Lend-A-Hand. Drop off clean, gently used winter coats and other items in the CBA lobby through November 21. Monetary donations for the purpose of purchasing new coats are also being accepted. Learn more or make a donation.

YLS Children’s Book Drive -Through December 12
The Young Lawyers Section will collect new and gently used children’s books from November 10 to December 12, 2008. All books will be donated to homeless shelters, 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.).

Dear Santa Letters
Help a child enjoy the holidays...answer a Dear Santa Letter! The YLS will be distributing “Dear Santa” letters from disadvantaged Chicago youth provided by the Chicago Post Office. Simply select a letter, purchase a few items the child has requested, and mail the package. Letters will be available at the CBA (321 S. Plymouth Ct.) in early December or if you would like to distribute letters at your firm, contact Jenni Bertolino at 312-554-2031 or yls@chicagobar.org. Complete instructions will be attached to the letter.

CBF Pro Bono Support Program
Pro bono can fit anyone’s schedule and interests! Opportunities are available in virtually every area of law and range from commitments of one or two hours to extended trial and appellate work. The CBF Pro Bono Support Program serves as a clearinghouse for attorneys to find pro bono opportunities. General information on existing pro bono opportunities is available at www.chicagobarfoundation.org, www.illinoisprobono.org, or contact Kelly Tautges at (312) 554-8356.