The Chicago Bar Association is celebrating Member Appreciation Week the week of May 9th with a slew of extra events which means more opportunities for career development, CLE, and networking. Additional special events for May are also included below. Check out the various activities and programs today!
May 10
Financial Power Lunch - 401K Kung Fu (The Asset-Allocation Investment Process)
Members are invited to attend a special Financial Power Lunch on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., at the CBA. Dan Furhman, CFP®, Vice President - Investments, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, will speak on the asset-allocation investment process. RSVP for the
Members are invited to attend a special Financial Power Lunch on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., at the CBA. Dan Furhman, CFP®, Vice President - Investments, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, will speak on the asset-allocation investment process. RSVP for the
complimentary event online. Bring your own lunch or purchase it at the CBA servery.
Young Lawyers Section Social Hour
All members are invited to join the YLS at Theory, 9 W. Hubbard St., Chicago, from 5:30-7:30
p.m. Drink specials to be announced.
May 11
Achieving Success and Satisfaction in the New Economy Seminar
Back by popular demand! All members are invited to attend "Achieving Success and Satisfaction in the New Economy" on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at the CBA. This presentation is designed to assist lawyers in changing how they view and approach their everyday life and to help them achieve and succeed professionally while at the same time adding satisfaction back into their lives. During this program, you will learn: How to get beyond mere survival in a law firm environment and make your practice flourish; How much your attitude affects success; How to achieve long term strategic goals for enhancing your career; and more. Fred A. Smith, Sedgwick Detert Moran & Arnold LLP, and Steve Beck, Beck & Associates, will speak. 2 IL MCLE Credit. Register for this complimentary event online.
Back by popular demand! All members are invited to attend "Achieving Success and Satisfaction in the New Economy" on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at the CBA. This presentation is designed to assist lawyers in changing how they view and approach their everyday life and to help them achieve and succeed professionally while at the same time adding satisfaction back into their lives. During this program, you will learn: How to get beyond mere survival in a law firm environment and make your practice flourish; How much your attitude affects success; How to achieve long term strategic goals for enhancing your career; and more. Fred A. Smith, Sedgwick Detert Moran & Arnold LLP, and Steve Beck, Beck & Associates, will speak. 2 IL MCLE Credit. Register for this complimentary event online.
Alliance for Women Annual Awards Luncheon
The AFW will honor two outstanding women attorneys at its Annual Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, 12:00 p.m., at The Standard Club. Patricia Costello Slovak of Schiff Hardin will receive the Founder's Award and Marcia Owens of Wildman Harrold will receive the Alta May Hulett Award. Tickets are $50 per person. For reservations, contact Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057. See details in PDF.
The AFW will honor two outstanding women attorneys at its Annual Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, 12:00 p.m., at The Standard Club. Patricia Costello Slovak of Schiff Hardin will receive the Founder's Award and Marcia Owens of Wildman Harrold will receive the Alta May Hulett Award. Tickets are $50 per person. For reservations, contact Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057. See details in PDF.
May 12
Free Passport Photos at CBA
All members are invited to stop by the CBA Building from 11:30-1:30 p.m. to receive a free passport photo courtesy of Member Benefit Provider AAA.
All members are invited to stop by the CBA Building from 11:30-1:30 p.m. to receive a free passport photo courtesy of Member Benefit Provider AAA.
May 13
Social Media for Lawyers and Vendor Meet and Greet
Nancy Roberts Linder, Nancy Roberts Linder Consulting, and William Hornsby, American Bar Association, will speak on the ethics and practice of using social media for lawyers at a special joint meeting of the Law Practice Management and Technology and Solo/Small Firm Committees on Friday, May 13, at 12:15 p.m., at the CBA Building. IL professional responsibility credit to be applied for. Register for this complimentary event online. Before and after the meeting, stop by the 2nd floor of the CBA to enjoy a lunch snack and meet with the vendors that offer member discounts on their products and services. Member Benefit Providers in attendance will include: AAA, Avis/Budget, Carr Workplaces, Club Quarters Hotels, ESQ Law Firm Web Sites, LawPay Credit Card Processing, LexisNexis, and UPS. Additional information will be available from RPost Email Service, CBA Magazine Program, and CBA Membership Rewards Visa Card. All members are welcome to attend (even if you don't attend the joint meeting).
Nancy Roberts Linder, Nancy Roberts Linder Consulting, and William Hornsby, American Bar Association, will speak on the ethics and practice of using social media for lawyers at a special joint meeting of the Law Practice Management and Technology and Solo/Small Firm Committees on Friday, May 13, at 12:15 p.m., at the CBA Building. IL professional responsibility credit to be applied for. Register for this complimentary event online. Before and after the meeting, stop by the 2nd floor of the CBA to enjoy a lunch snack and meet with the vendors that offer member discounts on their products and services. Member Benefit Providers in attendance will include: AAA, Avis/Budget, Carr Workplaces, Club Quarters Hotels, ESQ Law Firm Web Sites, LawPay Credit Card Processing, LexisNexis, and UPS. Additional information will be available from RPost Email Service, CBA Magazine Program, and CBA Membership Rewards Visa Card. All members are welcome to attend (even if you don't attend the joint meeting).
May 21
YLS "We are Family" Adventuring Networking Event
Are you tired of the same old networking events? Have fun, enhance your communication skills, and network with CBA members. Join the YLS at Camp Manitoqua in Frankfort, Illinois, on Saturday, May 21, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Good Team LLC will utilize a series of physically demanding and mentally challenging components, including a 30’ high ropes obstacles course to help you learn techniques to overcome your typical reactions to stress. $39 per person. Get details and a registration information.
Are you tired of the same old networking events? Have fun, enhance your communication skills, and network with CBA members. Join the YLS at Camp Manitoqua in Frankfort, Illinois, on Saturday, May 21, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Good Team LLC will utilize a series of physically demanding and mentally challenging components, including a 30’ high ropes obstacles course to help you learn techniques to overcome your typical reactions to stress. $39 per person. Get details and a registration information.
May 25
YLS Open House
You are cordially invited to attend the Young Lawyers Section Annual Open House on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at Association Headquarters. The cocktail reception is held each year in appreciation of the judges, lawyers, and other persons who have volunteered their time and effort in support of the YLS during the past year. Complimentary cocktails and appetizers will be provided. RSVP to yls@chicagobar.org.
You are cordially invited to attend the Young Lawyers Section Annual Open House on Wednesday, May 25, 2011, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at Association Headquarters. The cocktail reception is held each year in appreciation of the judges, lawyers, and other persons who have volunteered their time and effort in support of the YLS during the past year. Complimentary cocktails and appetizers will be provided. RSVP to yls@chicagobar.org.
June 5
CBA Symphony Celebrates 25 Years at Orchestra Hall
Join the Chicago Bar Association Symphony Orchestra & Chorus, Chicagoland’s unique all-lawyer ensemble, and founding music director David Katz, for Carl Orff’s scintillating choral masterwork, Carmina Burana. More than 300 musicians, including The Naperville Chorus and Young Naperville Singers, celebrate the CBASO’s 25th anniversary in this mesmerizing musical description of life, love and the power of fate. The verdict will be unanimous: spectacular! Order tickets online.
