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March 8

Administrative Law Judges Committee
Meeting cancelled.

Commercial Litigation Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Jeffrey W. Jacobs and Adam Bottner, both of Daticon EED, with “Ethical Issues in eDiscovery.”

State & Local Tax Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Michael J. Wynne, Reed Smith LLP, with new Illinois sales factor rules.

Trust Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Robert E. Hamilton, Hamilton Thies Lorch & Hagnell LLP, on "Heckerling: Recent Developments 2009."

Unauthorized Practice and Multidisciplinary Practice Comm (IL MCLE Credit)
Michael J. Rooney, IL Dept. of Financial Institutions, with issues of concern to attorneys handling real estate matters.

March 9

Adoption Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Ofc. Dominguez, USCIS, on USCIS agency procedures in control of international adoption.

Civil Practice Committee
Discussion of courtroom security.

Criminal Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
Jack Blakey, Cook County States Attorneys Office, on the investigation and prosecution of public corruption.

Local Government Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Larry Bury, Northwest Municipal Conference, on the Pension Fairness for Illinois Communities Coalition.

Trade & Professional Associations Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Jed R. Mandel and Kimberly A. Pendo, both of Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP, with current issues for not-for-profit lawyers.

YLS Insurance Coverage Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
James T. Nyeste Esq. with "Illinois Coverage Decisions 2009: A Year in Review-A Policyholder’s Perspective."

March 10

Federal Taxation, Corporations Business Taxation Division C
Meeting cancelled.

Labor & Employment Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit, Webcast)
William D. Goren, South Suburban College, with the Americans with Disabilities Act and its amendments.

Tort Litigation Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Michael Gill, Pfaff & Gill, with developments in product liability from Plaintiff’s perspective.

YLS Family Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Hon. Edward Jordan, Cook County Domestic Relations Division, with The Nuts and Bolts of Contempt Proceedings in Family Law Cases."

March 11

Federal Taxation, Exempt Organization Division H (IL MCLE Credit)
Renee Wells and Fred Kluss, both of the IRS, with "Current Examination Activities and Initiatives in IRS Exempt Organizations."

Legal Aid Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Chris Clark, Lambda Legal, and Ann Hilton Fisher, AIDS Legal Council of Chicago, with "The Rights of the Unmarried: Part I-A Brief Overview on Issues of Inheritance, Powers of Attorney and Health Care." RSVP to bchasnoff@chicagobar.org by March 8.

Securities Law, Investment Management Subcommittee (12:00 p.m.)
Special Location: Kirkland & Ellis LLP, 300 N. LaSalle St. RSVP to elizabeth.elliott@kirkland.com by March 9.

March 12

Election Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
Adam W. Lasker will discuss legislative proposals of the 96th session of the General Assembly.

International & Foreign Law Committee (IL MCLE Credit)
David Laverty and Tom Holden, both of InternationalCounsel, with cross-border agency and distribution agreements.

Human Trafficking and the Trial of Guantanamo Detainees
March 9/9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

Futures and Derivatives Law: Keeping Up with the Changes - Negotiation and Regulation
March 10/3:00-6:00 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

Trust Law: Circular 230, Return Preparer Penalty Provisions and Tax Opinions
March 11/2:00-5:00 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

Document Management & Rention Policies for Clients and Law Firms
March 12/8:15 a.m.-4:30 p.m./Chicago-Kent College of Law/$150 Member/$225 Nonmember/$120 Gov't Member/$50 CLEAdvantage

Title IV-D Child Support Program: Debunking the Myths Regarding Child Support Enforcement
March 12/2:00-5:00 p.m./$80 Member/$160 Nonmember/$60 Gov't Member

Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth's Barrister Big Band Benefit Ball - March 13
Join Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth at its 9th Annual Barrister Big Band Benefit Ball on Saturday, March 13, 2010, at 6:00 p.m., at the Chicago Hilton. Event features Art Norman as the Master of Ceremonies and will honor Jim Tyree, Chairman & CEO of Mesirow Financial and Chairman of Sun-Times Media. View details and order tickets.

Free Practice Pointers Available for Members
Members have access to free practice tips webcasts at www.chicagobar.org (under Webcasts). "Top 10 Defamation Tips, Part 2" with Kenneth E. Kraus, Schopf & Weiss LLP, is now available. View online .

Members Needed for Judicial Evaluation Committee
The CBA Judicial Evaluation Committee is looking for members to serve in its Investigation Division. The Committee evaluates candidates for the bench and sitting judges seeking retention. CBA members with a few year of practice experience are encouraged to apply. If you are a current JEC member there is no need to reapply. Applications are available at www.chicagobar.org (under JEC). Applications should be returned to Therese Kurth via fax 312-554-2054 or tkurth@chicagobar.org.

Young Lawyers Section Announces 2010-11 Officers and Directors
The YLS is pleased to announce its slate of candidates for election for the 2010-11 bar year. View the Slate.

CBA Night with the Bulls
Members can purchase special half-price Chicago Bulls tickets for March 22 and 30. View details.

Free Webinars from LexisNexis
Members can view complimentary legal Webinars from LexisNexis during the month of March. View details.

Photos Available Online from the Earl B. Dickerson Award Luncheon
You can order photos taken at CBA events by going to the CBA account on Shutterfly at http://chicagobar.shutterfly.com/.

Leigh Bienen to Speak on Florence Kelley, Early Chicago Reformer, at Northewestern School of Law
The CBA will co-sponsor a lecture on early Chicago reformer Florence Kelley by Leigh Bienen, Senior Lecturer, Northwestern University School of Law on April 15, 2010, at 5:00 p.m., at Northwestern School of Law, Lincoln Hall, 357 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago. Although unknown to many, Florence Kelley was an early force in Illinois to protect children from long and dangerous work. Complimentary admission. Cookies and coffee after the lecture.

Bin Donated Collection Program
The YLS Health & Wellness Committee is teaming with Bin Donated, a new Chicago-based, charitable organization. Bin Donated provides collection points throughout the City for in-kind donations such as clothes, books, toys, school supplies and more. Items are then distributed to the homeless and those seeking shelter from abuse. To learn more about the program, to host a barrel collection at your office, or donate to the program, visit the YLS event's page at www.chicagobar.org.

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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