Chicago
December 10 - 12, 2009
(CLE Fest December 10 - 11)
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers
301 East North Water Street
Chicago, IL 60611
(map and directions)
Deadlines
- December 2: Advance Registration for Midyear Meeting
- December 4: Hotel Reservations
- December 6: Advance Registration for CLE Fest
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Chicago
Thursday-Friday, December 10-11, 2009
Sheraton Hotel
301 East North Water Street
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Give yourself the gift of peace of mind this December by completing up to 12 hours of MCLE credit well before the next MCLE reporting deadline. Over the course of two days, you will be able to learn the latest in a variety of legal areas – choosing from more than 24 hours of programming. You can purchase CLE in two-hour segments and will have the opportunity to earn all 4 hours of professional responsibility MCLE credit by selecting from a wide variety of professional responsibility topics, including several that address the new Supreme Court Rules of Professional Responsibility, effective January 1, 2010.
Save $15 if you register before December 7 and get a discount for each additional 2 hours of CLE you purchase! Please note: Choose one program per session. Lunch will not be served. Please plan accordingly.
Note: Lawyers who register only for Winter CLE Fest and not the ISBA Midyear Meeting are not subject to payment of the Midyear Meeting registration fee. However, participation in any Midyear Meeting function does require payment of the Midyear Meeting
registration fee.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. (Choose One)
[T1A] For Experienced Lawyers: The Basics of Elder Law (Part 1)
Sponsored by the ISBA Senior Lawyers Section
Co-Sponsored by the ISBA Elder Law Section
2.0 hour MCLE credit
- Fundamentals of Social Security and Medicare
This segment explains the fundamentals of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance, and Medicare benefits, including eligibility and full retirement versus early retirement, as well as the various parts of Medicare. Long term insurance (and who needs it) is also discussed.
Ford C. June, June, Prodehl & Renzi, LLC, Joliet
- Medicaid: What It Is and Who Is It For?
This segment provides an overview of the state and federal laws, planning techniques, spousal impoverishment, and financial protection of disabled children/grandchildren. Understanding who pays for the nursing home is also discussed.
Constance B. Renzi, Mickey, Wilson, Weiler & Renzi, P.C., Aurora
- Experienced Lawyers Helping Seniors
There are plenty of opportunities for senior lawyers to provide pro bono assistance to other seniors. This segment explores the reporting requirements and practice rules of pro bono work under Supreme Court Rule 756(b) and 756(j).
Richard J. Hess, Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago, Chicago
Michael T. Roth, Center for Disability and Elder Law, Chicago
M. Catherine Taylor, Center for Disability and Elder Law, Chicago
[T1B] Ethical Considerations for the Tort Lawyer (Part 1)
Sponsored by the ISBA Tort Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours PMCLE credit*
- Pitfalls for the Tort Lawyer
This segment examines the various ethical dilemmas experienced by tort lawyers by providing an Attorney Registration and Discipline Commission point of view. The New Illinois Supreme Court Rules of Professional Responsibility, effective January 1, 2010 are also discussed.
Wendy Muchman, Litigation Group Manager, ARDC, Chicago
- Responding to ARDC Complaints
This segment examines a practitioner’s options when faced with a letter from the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission.
Joan M. Mannix, William J. Harte, Ltd., Chicago
10:00 – 10:10 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. (Choose One)
[T2A] For Experienced Lawyers: The Basics of Elder Law (Part 2)
Sponsored by the ISBA Senior Lawyers Section
Co-Sponsored by the ISBA Elder Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit
- Adult Guardianship and Alternatives
This segment discusses the fundamentals of adult guardianship, powers of attorney, advance directives, living wills, types of guardianships, the guardianship process, powers and duties of guardians, and tax issues for disabled adults. The Healthcare Surrogate Act is also discussed.
Kerry R. Peck, Peck, Bloom, Austriaco & Mitchell, LLC, Chicago
- Avoiding The Nursing Home
This panel discussion examines the physical, mental, and financial issues involved in avoiding the nursing home. Topics include housing alternatives, community resources, long-term care insurance, reverse mortgages, viatical settlements, and much more!
Richard J. Hess, Legal Assistance Foundation of Chicago, Chicago
Ford C. June, June, Prodehl & Renzi, LLC, Joliet
Kerry R. Peck, Peck, Bloom, Austriaco & Mitchell, LLC, Chicago
Constance B. Renzi, Mickey, Wilson, Weiler & Renzi, P.C., Aurora
Michael T. Roth, Center for Disability and Elder Law, Chicago
M. Catherine Taylor, Center for Disability and Elder Law, Chicago
Susan Dawson-Tibbits, Law Office of Susan Dawson-Tibbits, Peoria
[T2B] Ethical Considerations for the Tort Lawyer (Part 2)
Sponsored by the ISBA Tort Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours PMCLE credit*
- Ethical Considerations for Plaintiff Lawyers
This segment addresses the ethical issues that plaintiff lawyers must consider during practice. Topics include referral fees, multiple plaintiffs, advertising issues, and representing a minor.
John P. Scanlon, The Healy Law Firm, Chicago
- Ethical Considerations for Defense Lawyers
This seminar examines the various ethical issues defense lawyers face when representing a client. Topics include conflicts, referral fees, and Olympia Fields issues.
Robert W. Smyth, Jr., Donohue, Brown, Mathewson & Smyth, Chicago
Friday, December 11, 2009
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. (Choose One)
[F1A] Family Law Essentials (Part 1)
Sponsored by the ISBA Family Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours PMCLE credit*
- From Interview to Case Closure and the New Rules Impacting the Practice
This segment discusses the new Supreme Court Rules on Professional Responsibility, the red flag requirements regarding identity theft, and the impact of both on the family law practitioner—from the initial client interview to proper case closure.
Ross S. Levey, Yavitz and Levey, LLP, Chicago
- Payment for Services Rendered – Ethical Considerations
This segment examines the critical provisions for the family law engagement agreement, interim fees, contribution toward fees, and final fees—all in an effort to secure your payment. A review of Dowling and its impact on attorney fee collections is also provided.
William J. Scott, Beck, Houlihan, and Scott, Wheaton
[F1B] Illinois’ New Rules of Professional Conduct (Part 1)
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours approved Professional Responsibility MCLE credit
- Rule 1.1 – Rule 2.4
On July 1, 2009, the Supreme Court adopted a number of changes to the Rules of Professional Conduct! These changes are effective January 1, 2010. This program provides a comprehensive overview of those changes, and includes a discussion on how these changes will affect the practice of Illinois attorneys.
Melinda J. Bentley, First Assistant Counsel, Illinois State Bar Association, Springfield
Gawain Charlton-Perrin, CNA Insurance, Chicago
Charles J. Northrup, General Counsel, Illinois State Bar Association, Springfield
Sari W. Montgomery, Adjunct Professor, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Attorney at Law, Riverwoods
10:00 – 10:10 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. (Choose One)
[F2A] Family Law Essentials (Part 2)
Sponsored by the ISBA Family Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit
- The Devil’s in the Details: A Review of Specific Support-Related Topics
This segment provides a detailed analysis of three distinct support-related issues: (1) medical expenses, including medical support orders, drafting provisions in agreements and orders, state funded children’s medical programs, private insurance, and out-of-pocket contributions; (2) withholding notices, including understanding the State Disbursement Unit and suing employers for failure to withhold; and (3) tax attributes for child-dependent deductions, including child tax credits, earned income credit eligibility, Hope and Lifetime Learning Credits, and what to do when the wrong parent claims the deduction.
Michael C. Craven, Beerman Swerdlove, LLP, Chicago
Hon. Pamela E. Loza, Circuit Court of Cook County, Chicago
Gregory A. Scott, Scott & Scott, P.C., Springfield
- Statutory Update
This segment forearms family law practitioners by providing a review of the new rules and statues that impact family law so they can better represent their clients.
Richard W. Zuckerman, Attorney at Law, Peoria
[F2B] Illinois’ New Rules of Professional Conduct (Part 2)
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours approved Professional Responsibility MCLE credit
- Rule 3.1 – Rule 8.5
On July 1, 2009, the Supreme Court adopted a number of changes to the Rules of Professional Conduct! These changes are effective January 1, 2010. This program provides a comprehensive overview of those changes, and includes a discussion on how these changes will affect the practice of Illinois attorneys.
Melinda J. Bentley, First Assistant Counsel, Illinois State Bar Association, Springfield
Gawain Charlton-Perrin, CNA Insurance, Chicago
Charles J. Northrup, General Counsel, Illinois State Bar Association, Springfield
Sari W. Montgomery, Adjunct Professor, Loyola University Chicago School of Law, Attorney at Law, Riverwoods
12:10 – 12:20 p.m. Break
12:20 – 2:20 p.m. (Choose One)
[F3A] Family Law Essentials (Part 3)
Sponsored by the ISBA Family Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit
- Case Law Update
This segment—presented by master litigator, Enrico Mirabelli—provides a family law update and an insightful discussion behind the opinions and current trends of the family law courts.
Enrico J. Mirabelli, Nadler, Pritikin & Mirabelli, LLC, Chicago
- Strategic Strike-Properly Using Motions
This segment examines the proper use of motions, including motions to dismiss, summary judgment, declaratory judgment, and judgment on the pleadings.
Pamela J. Kuzniar, Attorney at Law, Chicago
Rory T. Weiler, Weiler & Lengle, P.C., St. Charles
[F3B] Profession Under Pressure: Managing Professional and Personal Challenges (Part 1)
Sponsored by the ISBA Civil Practice and Procedure Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours PMCLE credit*
- Trends in Lawyer Discipline
In this segment, the speaker examines the various issues and trends that are currently affecting the legal profession.
Christine P. Anderson, Attorney Registration & Disciplinary Commission, Chicago
- Legal Malpractice Issues
This portion of the program provides a brief overview of the various legal malpractice issues that every attorney should be aware of.
Joseph R. Marconi, Johnson & Bell, Ltd., Chicago
- Avoiding ARDC Issues
The speaker analyses “problem clients” and examines other issues that commonly result in ARDC action.
TBD
2:20 – 2:30 p.m. Break
2:30 – 4:30 p.m. (Choose One)
[F4A] New Laws for 2009-2010
Sponsored by the ISBA Standing Committee on Legislation
2.0 hours MCLE credit
- Local Government and Freedom of Information Act Issues
The speakers examine the changes recently made to the Freedom of Information Act, as well as other recently enacted legislation affecting local government.
John H. Brechin, Law Offices of John H. Brechin, Addison
Donald M. Craven, Donald M. Craven, P.C., Springfield
- Family Law
This segment discusses the family law issues that are changed by the General Assembly.
Adrienne W. Albrecht, Kankakee County Courthouse, Kankakee
- Criminal Law and Juvenile Justice
In this segment, the speaker provides a brief overview of the 2009-2010 criminal law changes. Juvenile justice issues are also discussed.
Stephen W. Baker, Bar Association Attorney, Oak Forest
- Other New Laws
This segment covers the legislative changes relevant to general practitioners. Topics will include civil practice and tort issues.
Margaret C. Benson, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services, Chicago
[F4B] Profession Under Pressure: Managing Professional and Personal Challenges (Part 2)
Sponsored by the ISBA Civil Practice and Procedure Law Section
2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 2.0 hours PMCLE credit*
- Striving for Balance in a High-Stress Job
Stress got you down? Worried about the economy? Fretting over the future? Then take a deep breath and join us for expert advice for keeping yourself calm, managing stress, alleviating anxiety, staying focused, insomnia…and more!
Susan C. Riegler, Clinical Director, Lawyers’ Assistance Program, Inc., Chicago
- Beyond the Billable Hour
This segment discusses how to take control of your life and live beyond your legal profession!
Ellen Ostrow, Ph.D., CMC, Washington, D.C.
*Professional Responsibility Credit subject to approval.
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