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  • December 20, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: 25th Annual Agricultural Law Conference

    For 25 years, the ISBA Agricultural Law Section has been providing top-notch and timely continuing legal education seminars for Illinois attorneys – and it’s that time again. Join us Feb. 1, 2019 in Bloomington for this full-day seminar that updates you on a number of important agricultural law issues. Learn how agriculture law affects other practice areas, including: real estate, trusts and estates, business advice, general practice, and state/federal tax. Attorneys with intermediate practice experience who attend this seminar will better understand: how the past year’s federal estate tax cases have impacted the agricultural community; how the 2018 federal and state income tax changes are affecting agricultural producers; which federal and state income tax changes to be concerned about in 2019; how your clients might be affected by the Clean Water Act and Endangered Species Act; the record-keeping requirements for agents, trustees, executors, and other fiduciary agents; how to negotiate and draft solar array options and easement agreements; and how to appeal an adverse wetlands determination.

  • December 17, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: 2019 Federal Tax Conference

    Don’t miss the ISBA’s annual Federal Tax Conference on Feb. 1, 2019, in Chicago or via live webcast. The conference features a wealth of information and updates for tax lawyers, business law attorneys, and trusts and estates practitioners. Attorneys with basic practice experience who attend this conference will obtain a better understanding of: the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, including changes affecting 2018 tax returns; the updates in corporate tax and partnership tax, including new code Section 199A; the new developments affecting non-profit organizations and tax exempt entities; the cases and rulings influencing estate and gift tax planning; the ethical issues for Illinois tax attorneys; recent tax scams and frauds; and the tax issues that can arise with Bitcoin and virtual currencies.

  • December 12, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Restorative Justice Fundamentals—The Circle Process for Practitioners

    Join us Jan. 14-16, 2019 in Chicago for this interactive three-day workshop on the fundamentals of restorative justice and to experience circle practice, an approach to more effectively work with clients and colleagues on improving communication, supporting accountability, and addressing issues and concerns in a more humanized and enduring way. Help clients and others who may contribute to or are impacted by a problem to explore and create workable courses of action, to the benefit of all, including colleagues and collaborators.

  • December 10, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Don’t Miss These Two Upcoming Live Webcasts on Jan. 23, 2019

    The ISBA will host two CLE webcasts on Jan. 23, 2019.

    Environmental Law for the General Practitioner: Environmental Issues in Real Estate Transactions

    Join us for part seven of the Environmental Law for the General Practitioner Series, which will be of particular interest to attorneys needing information on the environmental concerns to be aware of during a real estate transaction.

    11 a.m. – noon | 1.0 hour MCLE credit

  • November 29, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Technology and Business Planning for a Law Firm (Live Webinar)

    Simply fixing or replacing technology that breaks will never improve your practice. Most lawyers often feel technologically adrift although they have a general idea of problems they need to fix and new initiatives they want to launch. This lack of direction can be remedied with a technology plan. Don’t miss this online program on Dec. 18 that shows how to build a technology plan that identifies problems, addresses inefficiencies, and proactively improves your practice. A business plan also provides direction and continuity for your overall business objectives. Find out why every law firm needs a business plan and how to build one yourself.

  • November 26, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Family Law Update 2019—A French Quarter Festival

    The ISBA’s Family Law Update in the French Quarter is back. The conference is open to ISBA members and limited to the first 150 registrants.

    Join us in New Orleans April 4-5, 2019, for this highly popular biennial event featuring two days of premium family law presentations, a complimentary reception to network with friends and colleagues, 12.25 hours of MCLE credit, and many opportunity to enjoy the area’s food and fun. Family law attorneys, general practitioners, and lawyers working in the child law area who attend this conference will better understand: the rights of unmarried people living together in Illinois; how to secure your fees as a family law practitioner; the caselaw updates and changes you need to be aware of; how to analyze a forensic mental health report; how judgment and bias are used throughout the decision-making process; the Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Confidentiality Act; how family law issues are impacted when individuals file for bankruptcy; how the newly revised IRC affects the practice of family law; how maintenance is calculated and what impacts the bottom line; the necessary evidence in presenting a child support hearing; and the science behind relocation. The conference closes with an interactive segment that lets you show off how well you know the Illinois Rules of Evidence and the Code of Civil Procedure.

  • November 16, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Immigration Law Update Fall 2018—Reviewing the Second Half of 2018 under the Trump Administration (Live Webcast)

    Immigration continues to be at the forefront of the Trump Administration’s agenda, with many updates on executive actions, legislation, and caselaw. Join us on Dec. 6 for this online seminar that examines the ongoing issues and changes, as well as their impact on the immigration environment.

  • November 14, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Open Source Investigations—Free Techniques to Discover More than You Ever Thought Possible About Anyone

    Back by popular demand, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to listen as Michele Stuart, a nationally renowned speaker, show you how to gather intelligence for free during your next online investigation during this Dec. 6 seminar in Chicago.

    Learn how to use open sources and social media to identify actionable intelligence, personal identifiers, and the physical location of individuals, as well as how to pull information from social media in ways that far exceed normal search methods.

  • November 9, 2018 | CLE
    CLE: Illinois Uniform Powers of Appointment Act

    Gain a better understanding of the Illinois Uniform Powers of Appointment Act with this half-day seminar in Chicago or via live webcast on Dec 13. Attorneys in the practice areas of estate planning, probate, tax planning, trust construction, tax preparation, trust and estate administration, beneficiary and fiduciary representation, and chancery who attend this program will gain a better understanding of: the Illinois Uniform Powers of Appointment Act; powers of appointment; the background of the Uniform Act and the Illinois Act; the provisions under the Illinois Act; changes to the Uniform Act; and drafting powers of appointment, including modifications.

  • November 6, 2018 | CLE
    ISBA Hosts CLE Event Focused on Branding for Female Attorneys
    (L-R) Shira Truitt, The Truitt Law Firm, LLC; Carol Jones, Jill M. Metz & Associates; ISBA Board of Governors Member Ava George Stewart; ISBA Third Vice President Anna Krolikowska; Masah SamForay, The Foray Firm; and Annemarie Kill, Avery | Kill, LLC.

    Several ISBA leaders recently attended a CLE event focused on personal branding for female attorneys.

    "Advancing Your Firm: Personal Branding for the Female Lawyer" was held Nov. 1 at the ISBA Regional Office in Chicago. The half-day seminar detailed traditional and modern business branding and ethical marketing strategies for reaching diverse populations.