9/11 CLE Programming: Focus on Deployment Issues/Gitmo/Patriot Act and More - September 8 and 9
- A two-day program commemorating the ten-year anniversary of September 11 and both its impact on the legal profession/changes in the law flowing from these attacks and recognizing the sacrifices of America’s soldiers, sailors, Marines, and first responders. Register at www.chicagobar.org/remembersept11. MCLE Credit will be awarded. $25 Member/Free CLEAdvantage Member for both days (one-day registration also available).
Free Passport Photos from AAA - September 13
- On Tuesday, September 13, AAA Chicago will be at the CBA Building from 11:00 am-1:30 pm offering free passport photos, insurance quotes (auto, home, renters and condo) and travel tips to members. Also learn about CBA discounts on AAA membership and special partner offerings such as 50% off remaining White Sox Games (select dates and seating), 15% off select performances through Broadway in Chicago, and more. Visit aaa.com/savings for details on these offers and more.
Alliance for Women Kickoff Reception - September 13
- The AFW invites you to join us for a reception to kick-off the new bar year on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at the CBA. Mix and mingle over complimentary cocktails and appetizers, join an Alliance sub-committee, and be inspired by speaker Mary L. Smith, a former Associate Counsel to the President and the highest-ranking Native American in the U.S. Department of Justice. Nonmembers and law students are welcome. RSVP to afw@chicagobar.org requested, but not required, by September 7.
YLS Meet the Committees Night - September 15
- Come out to the CBA and meet the Young Lawyer Section's 27 practice and specialty committees - everything from Bankruptcy to Estate Planning to Women in the Law - on Thursday, September 15, 2011, from 5:00-7:00 p.m., at the CBA. Meet and mingle with YLS leaders, enjoy complimentary appetizers and cocktails, and sign up for committees. RSVP to yls@chicagobar.org. Nonmembers and law students welcome.
My Hero Awards - September 22
- The Sun Times Judge Marovitz Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth Program’s 8th Annual My Hero Awards Luncheon will be held on September 22. Details at www.lawyerslendahand.org.
Re-Trial of Lincoln Assassination "Conspirator" Mary Surratt - September 23
- On July 7, 1865 a woman was among four people executed for conspiring to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln. Now, 146 years later, she will finally get a new trial. The re-trial of Mary Surratt featuring well-known Illinois attorneys and a judge will be held Friday, September 23 at 5 p.m. in the Pritzker Auditorium at the Harold Washington Library, 400 South State Street in Chicago. Tickets are $25 per person. To make a reservation, contact Tamra Drees at tdrees@chicagobar.org.
CBA Golf Outing - September 26
- The CBA will host its annual Golf Outing on Monday, September 26, 2011, at Ridgemoor County Club. See details and a fax form or email Angie Cruz for sponsorship opportunities and registration.
