Opportunities with the City of Chicago Department of Law

The Law Department serves the Mayor, City Departments, Boards and  Commissioners and the City Council administering policies and programs to benefit Chicago residents.   Hear about the City's:
Externship Program
Summer Volunteer Program
Law Clerk Program (paid and volunteer)
Entry-level Attorney Program

Learn about Law Department Opportunities and what it’s like to manage and practice law at one of

CBA Volunteer Opportunities

Adopt-a-Beach-October 4
Join the YLS Environmental Law Committee, in association with the Alliance for the Great Lakes, and participate in an Adopt-a-Beach clean-up event on October 4, 6:00-7:00 p.m., at Oak Street Beach, 1000 N. Lake Shore Drive. Volunteers will work in groups of three to collect, sort, and classify the items found on the beach using Adopt-a-Beach worksheets. Volunteers will also remove litter and

CBA Volunteer Opportunities

Adopt-a-Beach-October 4
Join the YLS Environmental Law Committee, in association with the Alliance for the Great Lakes, and participate in an Adopt-a-Beach clean-up event on October 4, 6:00-7:00 p.m., at Oak Street Beach, 1000 N. Lake Shore Drive. Volunteers will work in groups of three to collect, sort, and classify the items found on the beach using Adopt-a-Beach worksheets. Volunteers will also remove litter and complete a beach health assessment form. Supplies for the clean-up will be provided. Wear closed-toed shoes and bring water. To volunteer, email Joey Barnett.

Wills for Heroes

CBA YLS is seeking additional volunteers for the Wills for Heroes event this Saturday, September 29, 2012.  If you are able to volunteer for this event please RSVP by clicking on this link and entering your information:   http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WFH092912 
 
Through the events coordinated by the committee, volunteer lawyers create free wills and other estate planning documents for local emergency first responders and their spouses or partners. Since November 2001, the Wills for Heroes program has prepared more than 7,000 estate-planning documents for first responders. 
 
You do not need to be an attorney to volunteer, nor do you need to have any estate planning experience.  If you know of someone else who is interested please pass along this email.  If you have any questions, please email Alexis Bettis at bettis [at] gmail.com.
 
Additional Event Information:
 
Date:           Saturday, September 29, 2012

Time:          8am- 2pm
(8-9am hotdocs training, 9am-2pm document preparation)

Location:  Chicago Police Department Headquarters
3510 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
(Plenty of Free Parking is available)

NY Pro Bono Requirment Update

For applicants to the New York State Bar beginning in January 2015, 50 hours of pro bono service will be required.  Participation in law school clinics will count toward meeting the requirment.  Thanks to PSJD for providing these details and materials:

A couple of important points:

•    “The...requirement will take effect immediately for first- and second-year law students, who will have up to 34 months to fulfill the mandate. Current third-years are exempt....  Starting Jan. 1, 2015, every applicant to the bar will be required to fulfill the requirement.

Explore the Possibilities: Public Interest & Pro Bono Opportunities

Explore the Possibilities: Public Interest & Pro Bono Opportunities
Sponsored by the Public Interest Law Initiative, the Chicago Area Law School Consortium, and Phi Alpha Delta
Saturday, September 29, 2012
8:30 a.m. – Breakfast and Registration
9:00 a.m. to Noon – Program
Chicago-Kent College of Law, 565 West Adams Street
RSVP by Monday, Sept 24 by emailing rsvp@pili-law.org

Agenda:
A Panel Discussion on Internships & Fellowships Opportunities

CBA Volunteer Opportunities

CBF Pro Bono Support Program

Pro bono programs in and around Chicago have a variety of opportunities for you to help, and the CBF is available to help you find a pro bono opportunity that fits your skills, interests and availability. The CBF Pro Bono Opportunities Guide is designed to help you find a pro bono program that fits your needs. For a hard copy of the Guide or for more information on pro bono opportunities, contact CBF Pro Bono Director Kelly Tautges at ktautges@chicagobar.org or visit www.chicagobarfoundation.org.

9/29: Explore The Possibilities: Pro Bono & Public Interest Law Opportunities

The Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI), the Chicago Area Law School Consortium (CALSC) and Phi Alpha Delta (PAD) has organized a law student program,  Explore The Possibilities: Pro Bono & Public Interest Law Opportunities. The program will take place on Saturday, September 29th from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Chicago-Kent College of Law.  Advance registration is required by September 24th for this complimentary program by email to rsvp [at] pili-law.org. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. Thank you for helping us spread the word about this event.

CBA Volunteer Opportunities

CBF Pro Bono Support Program

Pro bono programs in and around Chicago have a variety of opportunities for you to help, and the CBF is available to help you find a pro bono opportunity that fits your skills, interests and availability. The CBF Pro Bono Opportunities Guide is designed to help you find a pro bono program that fits your needs. For a hard copy of the Guide or for more information on pro bono opportunities, contact CBF Pro Bono Director Kelly Tautges at ktautges@chicagobar.org or visit www.chicagobarfoundation.org.

9/6: Gaining Experience: PBCSI Fall Activities Fair

Are you looking to gain experience and become more involved in both the law school and local community? Join the Pro Bono & Community Service Initiative (PBCSI) tomorrow, Thursday, September 6th at 11:50 a.m. in Room 905 for their Fall Activities Fair. PBCSI’s partner organizations will be there, along with other legal aid and service organizations. Lunch will be served.
No RSVP required. Please email PBCSI Director, Cheryl Price at cprice13 [at] depaul.edu for more information.

Upcoming CBA Volunteer Opportunities

CBF Pro Bono Support Program
Pro bono programs in and around Chicago have a variety of opportunities for you to help, and the CBF is available to help you find a pro bono opportunity that fits your skills, interests and availability. The CBF Pro Bono Opportunities Guide is designed to help you find a pro bono program that fits your needs. For a hard copy of the Guide or for more information on pro bono opportunities, contact CBF Pro Bono Director Kelly Tautges at ktautges@chicagobar.org or visit www.chicagobarfoundation.org.

CBA News and Announcements

Support Lifting to Lend-A-Hand
On Saturday, July 28, 2012, Dan Cotter, incoming CBA Second Vice President, will participate in an amateur powerlifting competition to raise money for Lawyers Lend-A-Hand to Youth and its mentoring programs. This summer marks the tenth year of Lifting to Lend-A-Hand. Donations can be made at

Upcoming CBA Volunteer Opportunities

Alliance for Women - Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Project - June 22
The Alliance for Women is gathering volunteers for the Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Day on June 22. Volunteers will be pre-assigned to assist community service agencies in activities such

Upcoming CBA Special Events

CBA Annual Meeting - June 21
The CBA will host its 139th Annual Meeting on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at The Standard Club (320 S. Plymouth Court). Robert A. Clifford, President 2011-2012, will preside over the meeting. Incoming President Aurora Abella-Austriaco will also make remarks. The 11:30 a.m. reception will be followed

Upcoming CBA Volunteer Opportunities

Alliance for Women - Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Project - June 22
The Alliance for Women is gathering volunteers for the Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Day on June 22. Volunteers will be pre-assigned to assist community service agencies in activities such as gardening, painting, building, cleaning, and legal education projects. Half and full day opportunities. Visit www.wechicago.org for details and a sign up form.

Upcoming CBA Special Events

YLS Business Development Series: How to Obtain New Business using LinkedIn - June 4
TEKWORKING was created by Steve Fretzin, President of Sales Results, Inc. Over the past four years, Mr. Fretzin has developed strategies and customized solutions that have helped hundreds of attorneys to actually find and obtain business through effective use of LinkedIn. Event takes place on Monday, June 4, 2012 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the CBA. Complimentary for members/$25 Nonmember. See details and register at www.chicagobar.org.

Volunteer for the City of Chicago Department of Law

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Did you know that you can volunteer for the the City of Chicago Department of Law?  The way to apply is to find the Law Department’s page on the City’s website, www.cityofchicago.org.  It’s under Chicago Government (in the amber bar).  Then find Department Directory, and scroll down to Law.  This page will take you to careers, and then the Department of Law Volunteer Program.  This offers you a step-by-step guide on how to volunteer, which you should follow to the letter. When you apply, specify which Law Department divisions interest you.

Upcoming CBA Volunteer Opportunities

Alliance for Women - Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Project - June 22
The Alliance for Women is gathering volunteers for the Women Everywhere: Partners in Service Day on June 22. Volunteers will be pre-assigned to assist community service agencies in activities such as gardening, painting, building, cleaning, and legal education projects. Half and full day opportunities. Visit www.wechicago.org for details and a sign up form.

CBF Pro Bono Support Program
Pro bono programs in and around Chicago have a variety of opportunities for you to help, and the CBF is available to help you find a pro bono opportunity that fits your skills, interests, and availability. The CBF Pro Bono Opportunities Guide is designed to help you find a pro bono program that fits your needs. For a hard copy of the guide or for more information on pro bono opportunities, contact CBF Pro Bono Director Kelly Tautges at ktautges@chicagobar.org or visit www.chicagobarfoundation.org.

Upcoming CBA Special Events

YLS Lunch with a Judge - May 31
CBA members are invited to have lunch with the Hon. Michael Panter of the Circuit Court of Cook County on Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 12:15-1:30 p.m. at the CBA. Judge Panter will provide helpful practice tips for young lawyers and give insight into some of the unique programs

Upcoming CBA Special Events

YLS Business Developments Series: Surviving and Thriving in a Recession - May 22
Get practical and common sense ways to help your firm succeed during the toughest of times. On Tuesday, May 22, 2012 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the CBA, Steven Fretzin of Sales Results will teach you how to drive new business development, where to cut costs, and how to get the