Young Lawyers Section Career Month Events:
February is your chance to explore career opportunities in a variety of areas of law and practice settings. All events and meetings take place at the CBA Building (321 S. Plymouth Ct.). Registration is required for some events. More events are included after the jump!
YLS Lunch with a Judge - February 3
You’re invited to have lunch with the Hon. William D. Maddux Presiding Judge, Law Division, Circuit Court of Cook County, on Thursday, February 3, 2011, at 12:15 p.m., at the CBA. The Judge 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.
You’re invited to have lunch with the Hon. William D. Maddux Presiding Judge, Law Division, Circuit Court of Cook County, on Thursday, February 3, 2011, at 12:15 p.m., at the CBA. The Judge 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.
Diversity Committee - February 3
Speaker Jasmin N. French with “What You Won’t Find on Your Associate Evaluation: A Lesson in Personal Branding.”
Speaker Jasmin N. French with “What You Won’t Find on Your Associate Evaluation: A Lesson in Personal Branding.”
Alternative Legal Careers/Using Your JD Outside of the Law - February 15
Members are invited to hear attorneys currently pursuing alternative legal careers share their stories and offer advice to those seeking to do something other than practicing law with their law degrees. Event will take place from 12:00-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary. Register now.
Achieving Success and Satisfaction in the New Economy - February 17
Members are invited to learn how to achieve career success, longevity and satisfaction. This presentation will focus on strategies attorneys can employ to become the best they can be and regain satisfaction in their careers. Event will take place from 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary. Register now.
Members are invited to hear attorneys currently pursuing alternative legal careers share their stories and offer advice to those seeking to do something other than practicing law with their law degrees. Event will take place from 12:00-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary. Register now.
Achieving Success and Satisfaction in the New Economy - February 17
Members are invited to learn how to achieve career success, longevity and satisfaction. This presentation will focus on strategies attorneys can employ to become the best they can be and regain satisfaction in their careers. Event will take place from 12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary. Register now.
Law Student Speed Interviewing Workshop - February 22
Prepare yourself for one of life’s most important first impressions...the job interview! CBA law student members are encouraged to register for the YLS Speed Interviewing Workshop on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the CBA. Attendees will participate in several mock interviews with practicing attorneys. There is no cost to participate in the event, but you must be a law student member. Bring your resume and dress is business casual. Space is limited to 25. To register, email yls@chicagobar.org (include your name, address and phone).
Prepare yourself for one of life’s most important first impressions...the job interview! CBA law student members are encouraged to register for the YLS Speed Interviewing Workshop on Tuesday, February 22, 2011, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the CBA. Attendees will participate in several mock interviews with practicing attorneys. There is no cost to participate in the event, but you must be a law student member. Bring your resume and dress is business casual. Space is limited to 25. To register, email yls@chicagobar.org (include your name, address and phone).
Get to know the YLS and network with practicing attorneys!
Attend a committee meeting or seminar in February. See a full schedule of upcoming committee meetings or seminars.
Attend a committee meeting or seminar in February. See a full schedule of upcoming committee meetings or seminars.
NOTE: Most seminars have a fee (law student members may attend for half price). Non-members are welcome at YLS committee meetings during February.
