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  • January 10, 2025 | CLE
    Inside the League: Key Legal Issues Shaping the Future of Pro Sports

    Register Early! Space is limited to the first 20 people! Don’t miss this informative program that explores the most pressing legal challenges faced by major sports leagues today – from negotiating high-stakes broadcasting rights and navigating complex contract negotiations, to the critical legal issues shaping professional sports. This is a must-attend event for anyone looking to understand the evolving legal landscape of professional sports and the strategies used by leaders at the forefront of the industry.

  • January 7, 2025 | CLE
    Artificial Intelligence in Personal Injury Law

    Learn how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing personal injury law – from adding efficiency to your law firm practice and delivering excellent results for clients, to streamlining legal research and creating trial exhibits and infographic documents.

  • January 2, 2025 | CLE
    Advocating for Nursing Facility Residents

    Learn how to effectively advocate for your clients residing in nursing facilities with this informative online seminar. Elder law attorneys, family law practitioners, trusts and estate counsel, and senior lawyers with basic practice experience who attend this program will better understand: what you need to know about nursing facility law; the advocacy options you have for nursing facility residents, including administrative remedies and litigation; how to identify important provisions of federal nursing facility law; and how to spot issues in common nursing facility disputes.

  • December 17, 2024 | CLE
    Collecting Judgments & Bankruptcy Issues Series: What You Need to Know about Cryptocurrency

    Join us for Part 2 of this three-part series as we discuss collections in bankruptcy and the issues that can arise with cryptocurrency. Listen as our cybercurrency and forensic accounting expert offers information and strategies for collecting judgments and handling bankruptcy claims against cybercurrency assets.

  • December 12, 2024 | CLE
    Family Law 101

    Do you want to help clients navigate emotionally complex situations while making a meaningful impact in their lives? Are you interested in being the voice for children in a divided family? If so, family law may be the ideal practice area for you, as it offers a unique opportunity to combine a compassionate approach while still being a zealous advocate for your client during what are often very challenging times. Don’t miss this comprehensive introduction regarding the fundamentals of the family law practice!

  • December 9, 2024 | CLE
    Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about SALT (State and Local Taxation) but Were Afraid to Ask

    Don’t miss this nuts-and-bolts discussion regarding the state and local taxation practice. Topics include: the current state of the tax law practice; a review of Illinois taxes; how to represent your client in a tax forum; an overview of the Illinois Department of Revenue; how to contest a property tax dispute before the Cook County Assessor’s Office or the Cook County Board of Review; and how virtual hearings can help the tax appeal process.

  • December 2, 2024 | CLE
    Overview of the International Court of Justice’s Proceedings in South Africa v. Isreal

    Don’t miss this comprehensive overview of the roles, jurisdiction, and authority of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), as well as the laws it interprets and applies.

  • November 22, 2024 | CLE
    Collecting Judgments & Bankruptcy Issues Series: Understanding the Issues That Can Arise During Judgment Enforcements

    Join us for Part 1 of this three-part series as we discuss collections in bankruptcy, the issues that can arise in post-judgment collections, and potential resolutions to the conflicts your clients may face. Attorneys with intermediate practice experience who attend this online program will better understand the bankruptcy and collection process, as well as the options that are available to creditors when a debtor files bankruptcy, including actions seeking to dismiss the bankruptcy, deny discharge to the debtor, or file an adversary complaint against the debtor.

  • November 19, 2024 | CLE
    60 Artificial Intelligence Tips in 60 Minutes

    Join us for this entertaining and educational session focused on the safe and efficient use of artificial intelligence in your practice. Our presenters will give you 60 rapid-fire practical tips and tricks for using several popular artificial intelligence tools and techniques in your daily workflow. Topics include: ChatGPT, privacy and security issues to be aware of, tech support, and more.

  • November 15, 2024 | CLE
    Recent Amendments to the Illinois Power of Attorney Act: Unreasonable and Reasonable Refusal to Honor Property Powers

    On August 9, 2024, Governor Pritzker signed Illinois Public Act 103-0994 into law, which amended the Illinois Power of Attorney Act to provide a statutory framework for when it would be reasonable for a third-party to refuse recognition of a financial Power of Attorney, as well as when it would be unreasonable for a third-party to not honor an otherwise properly executed Power of Attorney for Property.

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