Bar Foundation update
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
December 2014
An overview of the IBF and its goals.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
June 2014
A final message from Outgoing Chair Jean Kenol.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
April 2014
As I write this article and reflect on this YLD year, I am so proud or what we have been able to accomplish so far and amazed at how quickly it is winding down. Last month we concluded our final installment of our Professional Development Series. We had three distinguished speakers discussing their journey of taking a non-traditional path in their legal careers. Michael Negron, Tarek Fadel and Elizabeth Ellis Simek spoke candidly and provided insight and inspiration for the attendees looking for guidance on alternative career choices with a J.D.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
February 2014
A message from YLD Chair Jean Kenol.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
December 2013
A message from YLD Chair Jean Kenol.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
October 2013
A message from YLD Chair Jean A. Kenol.
From the Chair
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
August 2013
A message from YLD Chair Jean Kenol.
Seeking wisdom
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
February 2010
The single best (and most memorable) piece of advice that I received came from a professor of mine during my junior year of college. He told me to always “seek wisdom.” In his explanation of this advice he told me to seek advice from trusted people who have been down the paths I will take throughout my life. Basically, find a mentor. This advice never became more valuable than when I started my legal career.
YLD lends a hand
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
April 2009
On February 21, 2009, approximately 25 YLD members and ISBA Third Vice-President Candidates John Thies and Richard Felice volunteered their time and talents to Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Making it rain
By Jean A. Kenol
Young Lawyers Division,
June 2008
One of the most intimidating and daunting thoughts for any lawyer who decides to embark on a solo or small practice is wondering where the clients will come from.
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