Live Seminars

Below is a list of live upcoming seminars. Those that are taking place in-person, or hybrid are labeled below. All others will take place via live webcast only. A list of in person seminars is available here: Chicago Bar Association Learning: In Person Seminar.

To attend a live webcast you must have Zoom Desktop Client (https://zoom.us/support/download) on your PC or Mac.  For more information, please see the FAQs.

You can search for a seminar by category or by keyword (click on "Advance Search This List.")  After you register, you can access the webcast by going to "My Dashboard."  You must be logged with your CBA username and password to see your dashboard.

Please note: 
You MUST have an email address in your CBA account to register for and view seminars or meetings.  To add an email to your account, click here.

Search by Category
Search by Format
Search by Type
Sort By
Search by Favorites

14 Results

  • How to Excel as a Mediator or Arbitrator (05/20/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    From the Neutral’s Chair: How to Excel as a Mediator or Arbitrator (Live Webcast, 1.00 IL PR MCLE Credit) CLE IL 1.00 0.00

    Michael Zuckerman, a seasoned mediator and arbitrator, visiting law school faculty, and former business litigation attorney, will share his expertise on how to excel as a neutral mediator or arbitrator.

  • Running for Public Office: Keys to Success (05/21/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Running for Public Office: Keys to Success (Live Webcast, 2.75 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 2.75 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 05-21-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    The seminar is geared towards candidates of the 2026 General Election and those individuals who will be running for office for the 2027 municipal election cycle, as well as the attorneys who will be representing them. (HYBRID SEMINAR)

  • Deconstructing Stress (05/28/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Deconstructing Stress (Live Webcast, 1.00 IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-MCLE Credit ) CLE IL 1.00 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 05-28-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    Join certified coach, attorney, and well-being expert, Jonathan Beitner, as we breakdown the definition of stress to help reconceptualize how to identify, articulate, and (most importantly) implement strategies and techniques for better managing stress.

  • When the Voice on the Call Isn’t Your Client (06/02/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    When the Voice on the Call Isn’t Your Client (Live Webcast, 2.75 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 2.75 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 06-02-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    This workshop will be an interactive one, with a focus on deepfake risk, corporate fraud, and the evolving advisory duty of business lawyers. We will cover five segments/scenarios. (Hybrid Seminar)

  • Practical Tech Tips for Lawyers (06/03/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Practical Tech Tips for Lawyers (Live Webcast, 1.00 IL PR MCLE Credit) CLE IL 1.00 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 06-03-2026 at 10:30 AM (CDT)

    This fast-paced, practical session focuses on technology tips lawyers can put to work immediately. Expect practical demonstrations, pros and cons, and guidance on what’s worth adopting now versus what can safely be ignored—all with a focus on getting better ROI from your existing technology.

  • Futures & Derivatives Law in 2026 (06/04/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Futures & Derivatives Law in 2026 (In Person, 3.00 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 3.00 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-04-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    Join us for a series of speakers and panels discussing the latest developments in futures and derivatives law. (IN PERSON SEMINAR)

  • Federal Court Walk-Through (06/08/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Federal Court Walk-Through (In Person, 2.50 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 2.50 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-08-2026 at 10:45 AM (CDT)

    The YLS invites you to learn the ins and outs of the Federal Courthouse with our walk-through! Meet with a variety of judges and clerks and hear from attorneys who regularly practice in the Federal Building to see what it’s like to practice in the courthouse. (IN PERSON SEMINAR)

  • The Future of BIPA After Amendment (06/08/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    The Future of BIPA After Amendment (Live Webcast, 1.00 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 1.00 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 06-08-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    Join us for a panel discussion about the ways that BIPA litigation has changed and continues to evolve over the past several years.

  • Self-Defense & Mental Well-Being for Legal Professionals (06/09/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Self-Defense & Mental Well-Being for Legal Professionals (In Person, 1.00 IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-MCLE Credit) CLE IL 1.00 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-09-2026 at 3:00 PM (CDT)

    Legal professionals often find themselves involved in matters which can lead to threats, intimidation, and even physical violence. This course equips attorneys and judges with essential knowledge and skills to enhance their personal safety, both inside and outside of the office and courtroom. (IN PERSON SEMINAR)

  • 39th Annual Conference on Not-For-Profit Organizations (06/11/26)
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-11-2026 at 8:30 AM (CDT)

    The Chicago Bar Association’s Federal Taxation – Exempt Organizations Committee is proud to be a sponsor of the 39th Annual Conference on Not-For-Profit Organizations, a long-standing gathering of attorneys, accountants, advisors, and not-for-profit organization leaders.

  • Trial Superstars on Presenting Your Case (06/11/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Trial Superstars on Presenting Your Case (In Person, 6.50 IL MCLE Credit, including 1.75 IL PR MCLE Credit) CLE IL 6.50 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-11-2026 at 8:30 AM (CDT)

    Trial Superstars on Presenting Your Case will feature top trial lawyers, judicial voices, and jury experts sharing practical strategies for persuading jurors, presenting evidence effectively, and winning high-stakes cases. (IN PERSON SEMINAR)

  • Pressure Points & Remedies in Commercial Litigation (06/17/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Disputed Deals: Pressure Points & Remedies in Commercial Litigation (Live Webcast, 2.00 IL MCLE Credit) CLE IL 2.00 0.00
    Includes a Live Web Event on 06-17-2026 at 2:00 PM (CDT)

    This seminar is designed for commercial litigators seeking a deeper, practice-oriented understanding of how internal and external disputes originate, evolve, and ultimately resolve.

  • Building Practical Lawyer Skills Through Improv (06/24/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Building Practical Lawyer Skills Through Improv (In Person, 1.00 IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-MCLE Credit) CLE IL 1.00 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 06-24-2026 at 12:15 PM (CDT)

    Join the CBA’s Well-being and Mindfulness Committee and Media and Entertainment Law Committee for an interactive session in partnership with members from Wolf Town Improv, focused on building practical lawyering skills through improv techniques. (IN PERSON SEMINAR)

  • Paws & Presence: The Power of Connection (07/21/26)
    Includes Credits
    Component Credit Type State/Medical Type Available Credits Earned Credits
    Paws & Presence: The Power of Connection for Lawyer Well-Being (In-Person, 1.50 IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-Credit) CLE IL 1.50 0.00
    Includes a Live In-Person Event on 07-21-2026 at 12:00 PM (CDT)

    Join the CBA’s Animal Law and Well-being and Mindfulness Committees for a unique program focused on therapy animals and how they can reduce stress and improve well-being. (IN-PERSON SEMINAR)