ABC Networking Mixer with Risk Management Association - October 12
Meet members of the RMA and the Illinois CPA Society on Wednesday, October 12, 2011, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at English, 444 N. LaSalle. See registration fax form.
YLS October Social - October 12
Join the YLS on October 12 from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at Cactus Cantina, 410 S. Wells. Includes free admittance and one drink. Drink specials available.
YLS Lunch with a Judge - October 18
All members are invited to have lunch with the Hon. James D. Egan, Motions Section, Circuit Court of Cook County, on Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at the CBA, from 12:15-1:30 p.m. The Judge will discuss courtroom decorum and how young lawyers can practice successfully in Court. Pizza lunch provided. Limited to 100 persons. Please register in advance online.
CBA/CBF Pro Bono Week - October 24 to 28
The Chicago Bar Foundation and Chicago Bar Association's Annual Pro Bono Week will be held from Monday, October 24, to Friday, October 28, 2011. See schedule at www.chicagobar.org/probonoweek.
Pro Bono Week: YLS Pro Bono and Community Service Fair - October 25
Meet with representatives from 50 of Chicago’s legal aid, pro bono and community service organizations to network with likeminded professionals and uncover the volunteer opportunity you have been seeking. The complimentary event will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kirkland & Ellis LLP, 300 N. LaSalle St., Chicago. Refreshments will be served. Register Now.
Anti-Terrorism and the Rule of Law with Chief Justice of Canada Beverly McLachlin - October 26
Join the CBA and the John Marshall Law School in welcoming Chief Justice of Canada Beverly McLachlin to Chicago on Wednesday, October 26, 2011, at 11:30 a.m., at the Standard Club. The Chief Justice's keynote address will center on anti-terrorism and the Rule of Law. Cost is $55 per person. Register with Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057.
Pro Bono Week: Breakfast with a Judge - October 28
Members of the judiciary will lead conversations about pro bono in our community and all participants will have the opportunity to contribute their thoughts and ideas. The complimentary event will be held at 8:00 a.m. at the CBA Building. Register now.
Sampling of the Music of George and Ira Gershwin - October 28
Join the CBA Barristers Big Band on October 28 at 6:00 p.m. for a fabulous romp through some of the best known and loved works of George and Ira A Gershwin. The free concert will highlight many gems from the numerous Broadway musicals scored by the Gershwin brothers. The concert will be held at the Harold Washington Library Center, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, 400 South State St., Chicago. Admission is FREE!
