Join us for an overview on how intellectual property matters in the nature of trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets intertwine with all areas of law. 

Presenters:
Kenneth Matuszewski, Rozier Hardt McDonough PLLC,  YLS Chair 
Deepa Singh, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, YLS Program Officer

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Legal careers are not always linear trajectories.  We step away — whether to move to another job, for family or health or other reasons — and can come back to the same workplace or choose a new one, charting our course successfully…despite incurring the once-dreaded resume gap or taking the risk that our former job was our best job. 

Hear from our featured legal career counselor Kathy Morris of Under Advisement, Ltd. and her panel of guest attorneys for information and inspiration as you anticipate your options and obligations for the coming year to manage the life and work that’s right for you. 

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You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

System requirements for Mac & PC can be found here. System requirements for mobile devices can be here.  

Please note that audience members do not need video or audio access.  Audience members are able to submit questions via the chat or Q & A features of Zoom. 

Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

This is a hybrid event with an in-person and a webinar option. Please select the appropriate button when registering if you plan to attend in-person at the Chicago Bar Association.

This course is for new lawyers only. The CBA's Basic Skills Course for Newly Admitted Attorneys will satisfy the Supreme Court of Illinois' MCLE Rule 793 Requirement for Newly Admitted Attorneys 6.00 hours of basic skills course requirement which includes Professional Responsibility, 1.00 Diversity / Inclusion & 1.00 Mental Health / Substance Abuse PR-MCLE Credits. 

8:40 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Opening Remarks                                                          
Kenny Matuszewski, Chair of the CBA YLS 
                                                                                          
8:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Part 1: MCLE Requirements                                       
Karen Johnson, Director, Illinois MCLE Board  

9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  Part 2: Ethics for New Attorneys                                           
Mary Andreoni, Ethics Education Counsel, Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission of the Supreme Court of Illinois (ARDC)   
                                                                                          
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Part 3: Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession               
Sandra Yamate, Chief Executive Officer, Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession 
                                                                                          
11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. BREAK                                                                           

11:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Part 4: Pro Bono:  Supreme Court Rules and Opportunities 
Bob Glaves, Executive Director, The Chicago Bar Foundation   
                                                                                          
11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Part 5: Your First Court Appearance
Christopher Mackey, O’Hagan Meyer
                                                                                          
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.  LUNCH BREAK                
                                                                                          
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Part 6: Taking and Defending Depositions             
Elizabeth Kaveny, Kaveny and Kroll
                                                                                          
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Part 7: Legal Research: Mining the Web for Information  
Catherine Sanders Reach, Director of the Center for Practice Management, North Carolina Bar Association 

2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. BREAK                                   

2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.  Part 8: Enhance Legal Work with GenAI          
Mathew Kerbis, The Subscription Attorney                                                                   

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Part 9: Wellness and Mental Health for New Attorneys                                  
Karen Munoz, Partner, Dolan Law & Well-being Advocate
Gina Crumble, Supervising Attorney, Cook County State’s Attorney                    
                                                                                          
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Part 10: Civility in the Profession . . . How to Play Nice    
James Campbell, Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd, LLC
Bianca Ciarroni, Taft     
Andre Hunter, Associate, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP
Pam Sran, Fox Rothschild          
Moderator:  Hon. Nichole C. Patton, Circuit Court of Cook County  

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Legal Accounting 101: Financial Tips for Long-Term Success

Are you or your colleagues spending too many hours managing your firm’s finances? You’re not alone. Budgeting, billing, and bookkeeping can all feel overwhelming, taking up more time than your actual legal work. In fact, our Legal Trends Report found that nearly two-thirds of a lawyer’s workday is dedicated to administrative duties like accounting. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or part of a larger legal team, mastering trust and legal accounting practices is crucial for streamlining operations and staying compliant. Join us for a webinar where experts will unpack essential tips tailored specifically for legal professionals.

In this program, you’ll discover:
- How to measure and improve your firm’s financial health
- Techniques to manage your books with accuracy and efficiency
- Tools and technologies for performing legal accounting with confidence 

The CLE will be followed by a Clio Accounting Showcase from 3:00pm-3:15pm. 

SPEAKERS:
Joshua Lenon, Lawyer in Residence, Clio, Vancouver, British Columbia
Joshua Lenon is the Lawyer in Residence at Clio. An attorney admitted to the New York Bar, Joshua brings legal scholarship to the conversations happening both within Clio and with its customers. Joshua has worked extensively to educate lawyers on technology’s capability to enhance their practice, while also teaching tech companies about the unique needs of the legal system. 

Sania Saeed, Solutions Engineer, Clio, Vancouver, British Columbia
Sania Saeed is a Solutions Engineer at Clio. She specializes in empowering attorneys to unlock the full potential of Clio through her expertise in the software’s features, integrations, and new releases. Sania has helped hundreds of small to mid-sized law firms successfully transition to Clio over the last 3 years, whether they were just starting out or migrating from an existing system.

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You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

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Topic: LGBTQIA+ Legal and Policy Updates: Reviewing 2024 and Previewing 2025

Speakers: Aisha Davis, Senior Policy Counsel, ACLU of Illinois
Nora Huppert, Staff Attorney, Lambda Legal 
Michael Ziri, Director, Public Policy at Equality Illinois

(IL Diversity-Inclusion PR-MCLE credit for live webcast only. No IL Diversity-Inclusion PR-MCLE credit for on demand webcast.)

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Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

Topic: Strategic Business Planning for Law Firm Success - Building a Profitable and Sustainable Practice

Speakers: Darren P. Wurz, Managing Partner, Wurz Financial Services, Host of The Lawyer Millionaire Podcast, Author of The Lawyer Millionaire

Description: This presentation offers law firm owners a comprehensive approach to building and executing a strategic business plan tailored to the unique challenges of running a law practice. Attendees will learn how to define and align their firm's core values with business goals, establish a long-term vision, and set clear objectives to drive growth and profitability.

(IL Professionalism PR–MCLE credit for live webcast only. No MCLE credit for on demand webcast.)

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You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

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Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

Mastering Leadership Through Rainmaking: Strategies to Build a Lucrative Client Base and Inspire Your Firm

In the competitive world of law, leading by example often means excelling as a rainmaker. Join Steve Fretzin, a renowned business development coach and four-time author, for an engaging and interactive presentation on how to excel in rainmaking while shaping your firm's culture. Discover why business development is crucial for lawyers and learn actionable strategies to: 

- Craft a time-efficient plan for substantial business growth
- Demonstrate leadership through effective client acquisition
- Foster a culture of excellence and leadership within your firm 

This session promises to deliver not just insights, but practical tools to enhance both your personal success and your firm's future. Don’t miss this opportunity to blend leadership and business development for unparalleled growth.

Speaker: 
Steve Fretzin, Four-Time Author, Podcast Host of BE THAT LAWYER and Legal Business Development Coach for Lawyers 

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Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

Topic: The Impact of an Attorney’s Substance/Alcohol Use on Family Dynamics and Children & Support Systems

Speaker: Kevin Kelly, Markoff Law, Illinois Lawyers Assistance Board Member

(IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-MCLE credit for live webcast only)

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You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

System requirements for Mac & PC can be found here. System requirements for mobile devices can be here.  

Please note that audience members do not need video or audio access.  Audience members are able to submit questions via the chat or Q & A features of Zoom. 

Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

This is an in-person program at the Richard J. Daley Center, Courtroom 1307 (50 W Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602).

Topic: Tips for Motion Practice in the Law Division and Recent Updates Including: Requests to Admit, Apparent Agency, and FNC motions

Speakers: Judge Maureen O. Hannon, Circuit Court of Cook County, Motions Section, Law Division
Christopher M.  Daddino, Partner, Cassiday Schade, LLP
Cameron J. Tober, Associate Attorney, Taxman, Pollock, Murray & Bekkerman, LLC

(IL MCLE credit for live meeting only. No MCLE credit for on demand webcast.)

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Live CBA Committee meetings and seminars will take place via Zoom webinar.  You will click on "view video" and be directly connected to the meeting/seminar on Zoom.  (You will not receive a Zoom link.)

You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

System requirements for Mac & PC can be found here. System requirements for mobile devices can be here.  

Please note that audience members do not need video or audio access.  Audience members are able to submit questions via the chat or Q & A features of Zoom. 

Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live. 

Topic: Addressing Assistance Animal Requests: Illinois Condominium Association Policies and Pitfalls

Speaker: Sabina Arutyunyan, Attorney, Kovitz Shifrin Nesbit 

(IL MCLE credit for live webcast only. No MCLE credit for on demand webcast.)

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You MUST have Zoom Desktop Client on your Mac or PC to view a live program. If using a mobile device, you must have the Zoom App (available in the App Store or Google Play).

System requirements for Mac & PC can be found here. System requirements for mobile devices can be here.  

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Chat: Open in-meeting chat, allowing you to send chat messages to and send a message to the host, panelists, and attendees (if permitted). Question & Answer: Open the Q&A window, allowing you to ask questions to the host and panelists. They can either reply back to you via text in the Q&A window or answer your question live.