March 26, 2012

Upcoming Special Events at the CBA

Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth Spring Awards Dinner - April 18
The Barristers Philanthropic Award will be presented to Jesse H. Ruiz of Drinkle Biddle & Reath LLP and Michele I. Ruiz of Sidley Austin LLP at the Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth Spring Awards Dinner on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at the Four Seasons Hotel, 120 East Delaware Place. Tickets are $200. For more information, visit www.lawyerslendahand.org.

Networking Mixer with RMA and Illinois CPA Society - April 18
Get to know members of the Risk Management Association and the Illinois CPA Society on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at Bar Louie River North. $65 per ticket. Details and the reservation form can be found at www.chicagobar.org, or call the RMA at 815-464-1439.

Conquer Your Law School Debt and Achieve Financial Health - April 19
Gain an understanding of how to repay your student loans and manage your finances after law school on Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 12:00-2:00 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary for CBA members. Register now at www.chicagobar.org.

11th Annual Barristers Big Band Benefit Ball - April 21
All members of Chicago's legal community are invited to attend the 11th Annual Barristers Big Band Benefit Ball on Saturday, April 21, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at The Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Court. The fun and affordable evening will be filled with great food, fantastic company, the Barristers Big Band’s swinging sound, dance lessons, a dance contest, and lots of dancing. Tickets are only $50. Contact Tamra Drees, CBA Events Coordinator, at 312-554-2057. Dress for dancing!

Vanguard Awards - April 24
The CBA and many local bar associations will honor the individuals and institutions who have made the law and legal profession more accessible to and reflective of the community at large. The event will be held on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Standard Club. $65 per person. For reservations, contact Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057. More information about the honorees is available at www.chicagobar.org.

Association Luncheon with Meet the Press Moderator David Gregory - April 25
All members are cordially invited to an Association Luncheon featuring David Gregory, moderator of “Meet the Press,” on Wednesday, April 25, 2012. The event will be held at The Standard Club, 320 S. Plymouth Ct., and will feature a reception at 11:30 a.m. followed by a 12:00 p.m. luncheon. $65 per person. To make a reservation, contact Tamra Drees, CBA Events Coordinator, at 312-554-2057.

Justice Thomas Fitzgerald Appreciation Day at the White Sox - May 26
The White Sox have designated Sunday, May 26, 2012 Justice Thomas Fitzgerald Appreciation Day. On this special day, the White Sox will offer CBA members specially priced tickets. Tickets priced at $44, $40, and $26 are available for $34, $30, and $13. Additionally, if you are able to book a group of 20 or more, you will receive a free Scoreboard Message for your group. Be sure to arrive early to cheer on Justice Fitzgerald as he throws out the ceremonial first pitch! Printable order forms are available at www.chicagobar.org. Order must be received by April 20.