CBA Public Education Programs
The Chicago Bar Association is pleased to present the following public education programs available free of charge for our attorney members and members of the public (no IL MCLE credit).
Friday, January 29, 2021 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. via Zoom and YouTube Live
Insights and Implications from Recent Pappas Tax Studies featuring Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas
Join CBA President
Maryam Ahmad for a conversation with Cook County Treasurer
Maria Pappas. During the webinar, Treasurer Pappas will present the findings from all five of her “Pappas Studies.“ These studies thoroughly examine a multitude of issues including scavenger sales, our 20-Year property tax history, top 50 largest tax increases, voter turnout and taxing district debt.
Treasurer Pappas will discuss the following studies: • Scavenger Sale Study •
20-Year Property Tax History • Top 50 Largest Tax Increases since 2000 by Chicago ward and suburb •
Voter Turnout 2011-2020 • Debt Study
Copies of these studies can be found on
cookcountytreasurer.com.
After a 60-minute presentation, Treasurer Pappas will take questions from the audience. This webinar is open to the public. Attendees must register ahead of time.
Come back to this page on January 29 to access the program through a YouTube Live link.
Thursday, February 18, 2021 from 2:00-3:30 p.m. via Zoom and YouTube Live
Go Fund Me CANNOT Replace Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Family and Your Assets
While the COVID-19 pandemic continues, we see how it is disparately affecting communities of color and older residents. Many in these communities do not have access to lawyers who can provide information and advice on estate planning. All too often, families depend on raising money through Go Fund Me to cover expenses related to the sudden death of a loved one. Go Fund Me is a place for charitable fundraising but should not replace a will or estate plan. The conversation will be hosted by CBA President
Maryam Ahmad and will include a diverse set of experts from across Chicagoland including
Deborah Cole of Hoogendoorn & Talbot,
Leynee Cruz Flores of Chuhak & Tecson,
Eric Huang of Kozuco, Harris, Duncan,
Kerry Peck of Peck Ritchey, and
Mitha Rao of Rao Legal, LLC.
Panelists will provide critical information on how to start estate planning, discuss the various forms of trusts, living wills and power of attorney instruments. Attendees will learn about preparing for incapacity and healthcare directives, planning for guardianship of minor children, and providing for the care of loved ones. It is important to have your estate planning affairs in order in any stage of life. Estate plans ensure your family is cared for should a catastrophe strike. Older members of our community often find comfort in knowing a plan is in place should they pass. There will be 30 minutes for attendees to ask questions.
Click here to register for Zoom access.
Come back to this page on February 18 to access the program through a YouTube Live link.