Law firms do not need to start every efficiency project by shopping for new software. Most practices already have recurring bottlenecks in intake, document collection, rekeying information, draft review, client communication, matter visibility, and file closing. This program gives lawyers a practical framework for identifying one high-impact workflow problem and improving it over a ninety-day cycle. Attendees will learn how to map the work as it actually happens, use tools they may already own more effectively, evaluate when a new product is justified, and apply artificial intelligence as necessary. The session will focus on manageable changes that reduce friction, improve consistency, strengthen client service, and preserve lawyer attention for the work that truly requires judgment.
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Join the CBA Legal Aid Committee and the CBF Patton Legal Aid Training Academy for a special Legal Aid Mixer to kick off the new bar/academic year! We'll be camping out at Sterling Food Hall on Thursday, September 10 (the same day as the September Legal Aid Committee meeting) from 4:30-6:30 PM, so drop in when you can to enjoy great food, drink, and company! RSVP required. RSVP Now!
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This hybrid event begins at 12:15 PM. Topic: Legal Aid and Voter Engagement: What Nonprofits Can and Can't Do Legal aid and other nonprofits are trusted sources of nonpartisan resources and have an important role to play in promoting voting as a way to strengthen our communities. Join the Legal Aid Committee and the Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights to talk about how legal aid organizations can integrate voter engagement into their work - and, just as importantly, how to remain nonpartisan and abide by 501(c)(3) requirements while doing so. Speakers: Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights REGISTRATION CBA Members: Registration link You must register in advance to attend committee meetings. To register, click on the link above, sign into the website, click on ‘Register Myself’ and then ‘Proceed to Checkout’. Select ‘YES’ if you plan to attend in-person or ‘NO’ if you plan to attend virtually. You must ‘Submit Order’ in your shopping cart to complete your registration. You will receive a confirmation email when your registration is complete. Non-CBA Members: To attend via Zoom, register here. To attend in person, please email Sarah Blair at sblair@chicagobarfoundation.org While you're already downtown, join the CBA Legal Aid Committee and the CBF […] |
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A Discussion of Erin Clifford’s Wellness Reimagined: A Holistic Approach to Health, Happiness and Harmony Our speaker will share her holistic, flexible approach that integrates nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, mindful living, and intentional self-care. You’ll learn how to create a lifestyle that aligns with your personal values and helps you thrive, not just survive. (IL Mental Health/Substance Abuse PR-MCLE credit for live program only. No MCLE credit for on demand webcast.) |
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As legal aid staff members, we care deeply about our clients - but this compassion, along with our own identities as "helpers," can make it challenging for us to set consistent, healthy, and sustainable boundaries. This two-part series will combine lecture, interactive discussions, group exercises, and role-playing scenarios to help attendees develop the skills they need to set and maintain healthy boundaries. |
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Thank you to Pincus Professional Education for generously offering scholarship slots for the Live Webcast to PLATA participants. Where: Virtual. When: Tuesday, September 22, from 1:00-4:45 PM About the Event: Summary judgment can end a case—or save one—but only if it’s handled strategically. This focused program is designed to give you a clear, practical understanding of how to approach summary judgment motions in both Illinois state and federal courts, with an emphasis on what actually works in practice. Whether you are bringing or opposing a motion, this program will leave you better equipped to build a stronger record, craft more persuasive arguments, and avoid the procedural traps that can derail your case. This is a virtual training with the Live Webcast option open to PLATA participants. Event URL: Pincus Event Page. Registration: Please pre-register no later than Friday, September 11. Following this deadline, pre-registrants will be sent instructions to finalize their registration through the Pincus portal. Pre-Register Now! |
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Legal aid and self-help centers are stretched thin, while a growing ecosystem of tech tools remains disconnected from the front lines of service. Legal tech tools are a growing and important segment of the ecosystem, and integrating them into existing resource and referral systems can increase access to legal help for people who need it. Participants will walk away with real-world case studies, practical integration blueprints, and actionable lessons learned from pioneers who have already done it.
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Would you like to know how you can play a role in crafting Illinois legislation that can have a meaningful impact on your practice area? The Chicago Bar Association offers opportunities for practitioners to draft, review and present legislation through our legislative program. Attend this seminar to learn more about this process, including the type of legislation that is typically proposed, how to gage its impact on your practice area, and how to present proposed legislation for review to the CBA’s Legislative Committee. You will be given an overview of the legislative process in Illinois and learn more about how you can contribute to the debate in Springfield by becoming a CBA Legislative Liaison. |
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Program faculty will address the unique regulatory issues that impact the nonprofit sector and the ways in which charitable goals can be achieved through innovative mechanisms that either border or mirror for-profit activities or systems. Expert faculty will discuss the complex rules governing the nonprofit sector and new ways to achieve charitable and philanthropic goals. |
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As legal aid staff members, we care deeply about our clients - but this compassion, along with our own identities as "helpers," can make it challenging for us to set consistent, healthy, and sustainable boundaries. This two-part series will combine lecture, interactive discussions, group exercises, and role-playing scenarios to help attendees develop the skills they need to set and maintain healthy boundaries. |
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