April 2, 2012

Upcoming Special Events at the CBA

YLS Lunch with a Judge - April 4
You're invited to have lunch with the Hon. James N. O'Hara of the Circuit Court of Cook County. The Judge will give helpful tips on what young lawyers should know before entering the courtroom. The complimentary event will take place on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 12:00-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Lunch will be provided and is sponsored by Corboy & Demetrio P.C. You must be a CBA member or law student member to attend and you must register in advance. Limit 100 persons. Register online at www.chicagobar.org.

Opportunity Quest with Career Counselor Sheila Markin Nielsen - April 12
Ms. Nielsen will share her methods for creating opportunities for jobs, developing clients, or finding new purpose in your career on Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 4:00-5:30 p.m. at the CBA. The presentation will be followed by a networking reception. This event is complimentary for CBA members. Register online at www.chicagobar.org.

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 Illinois CPA Society on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at Bar Louie River North. $65 per ticket. Get details and a reservation form 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 repaying your student loans and managing 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. This 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. Learn more about the honorees 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 Court, 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.

Rainmaker Retreat - April 27 & 28
Over 8,000 attorneys from hundreds of law firms across the country have discovered how to generate more referrals and find new clients fast by applying the Rainmaker System. If you're struggling to build your legal practice or want to learn more about a proven law firm marketing system for landing more and better clients and creating a financially successful and personally satisfying legal practice, you owe it to yourself to discover the Rainmaker System. Join us at the CBA on April 27 & 28 and learn 65 proven strategies to grow your law firm. See registration and MCLE details at www.rainmakerretreat.com.