Immigrant and Non-Immigrant Visa Options: What You Need to Know When Representing Artists, Athletes, Entertainers, and Clients Working in STEM Fields

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Presented by the ISBA International & Immigration Law Section
Co-sponsored by the ISBA Labor & Employment Law Section and ISBA Education Law Section


1.0 hour MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Friday, November 15, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­November 25, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Get the guidance you need to represent highly achieved clients in the arts, sciences, education, business, and athletics, as well as individuals working in national interest areas. Immigration attorneys, labor and employment lawyers, education counsel, and practitioners working in the sports and entertainment area with all levels of practice experience who attend this online program will better understand:
  • The best practices for intake and analyzing non-immigrant and immigrant visa options;
  • P-1 non-immigrant visas for internationally recognized athletes and entertainers;
  • O-1 non-immigrant visas for clients with extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, education, business, and athletics;
  • Q-1 non-immigrant visas for individuals participating in certain international cultural exchange programs;
  • Recent changes and current developments in the law, including opportunities for clients working in STEM fields;
  • Employment-based immigrant visa options for permanent residence in the U.S.;
  • How your clients can apply for immigration to the U.S., via the National Interest Waiver; and
  • Much more!

Program Coordinator/Chat Moderator:
Angela E. Peters , Buffalo Grove Law Offices, Arlington Heights

Program Speakers:
Williams B. Schiller , Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago
Ian D. Wagreich , Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago



Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Judicial Panel Discussion: The Latest on Criminal Appeals

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Presented by the ISBA Criminal Justice Section
Co-sponsored by the ISBA Traffic Law and Courts and the ISBA Cannabis Law Section


1.50 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­November 25, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from our judicial panel as they discuss their perspectives on criminal appeals, the appellate procedure you need to know in criminal practice, and the issues that you may face throughout the process. Although the focus of this program is criminal appeals, attorneys from all practice areas can benefit from the best practice tips provided regarding appeals.

Program Coordinator/Chat Moderator:
Sara Vig, Vig Law P.C., Springfield

Program Moderator:
Prof. Julia Wykoff, Law Clerk to Justice Amy Sholar, Springfield

Program Speakers:
Hon. Judy Lynn Cates, Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court, Fifth District
Cortney Kuntze, Clerk of the Illinois Appellate Court, Fifth District
Hon. Amy Sholar, Justice of the Illinois Appellate Court, Fifth District


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $52.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $105
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

The Basics of Online Practice Management: A New View Into Case Information

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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ISBA’s Practice Toolbox Series
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association


1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit


Original Program Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 2, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


It’s hard to believe that lawyers have had access to online practice management programs for 15 years or more. One of the significant innovations of these web-first programs compared to their traditional, desktop-based rivals is offering everywhere-access for case look-up, document access, and new features like client portals, where people outside the firm can see and interact with their own client file. Of course, the firm remains in control of who can see and modify what. But, just as the word “car” means everything from an econobox to a luxury sedan, different products’ offer different features. This seminar walks through the key features of online practice management, how they work, what you can use them for, and how different vendors’ products compare.


Program Speaker:
Jeffrey Schoenberger, Affinity Consulting Group
About the Speaker: Jeff’s unique role at Affinity involves managing our Practice Management Advisory program. Prior to joining the Affinity family, Jeff practiced law with Legal Aid in Cincinnati, Ohio. He learned about Affinity and consulting as a career path through some of partners Paul Unger’s and Barron Henley’s CLE courses. Jeff’s describes his superpower as his ability to “get the podcast done.” His favorite part of his job is discovering new tech and techniques to help attorneys.
Pricing Information
  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Tort Law Toolkit: Navigating Medical Malpractice and Premises Liability Claims

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Presented by the ISBA Tort Law Section


2.0 hours MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­November 25, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Get the tools you need to advise your clients on medical malpractice claims and premises liability cases with this informative online seminar. Tort law attorneys, general practitioners, health care counsel, and insurance law lawyers with basic to intermediate practice experience who attend this program will better understand:
  • The recent developments in medical malpractice law;
  • How to effectively vet potential cases and evaluate the extent of injuries and damages;
  • The strategies to identify and select appropriate expert witnesses to support claims in medical malpractice cases;
  • The procedural timelines that govern medical malpractice cases;
  • How to assess premises liability cases, including insurance implications; and
  • The differing standards that apply to various defendants (such as governmental entitles vs. private owners).
The program includes case studies and hypothetical situations to show attendees how to apply these principles to real world scenarios.

Program Coordinators and Chat Moderators:
Josh Rohrscheib, Onward Injury Law, Bloomington
Judith Conway, Cooney & Conway, Chicago

Program Speaker:
Mark Benfield, Heyl, Royster, Voelker, & Allen P.C., Champaign
Alex Blair, MG+M The Law Firm, Chicago
Judith Conway, Cooney & Conway, Chicago
Sarah F. King, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago
Hon. Marguerite A. Quinn (ret.), ADR Systems, Chicago
Craig J. Squillace, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $70 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $140
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Mental Health 101: Strategies for Thriving, Not Just Surviving

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Presented by the ISBA Young Lawyers Division


1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour  Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Mental Health and Substance Abuse


Original Program Date: November 5, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 2, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


As attorneys, we work long hours, juggle multiple cases simultaneously, spend a large amount of time researching case law and preparing legal documents, and have strict deadlines that must be remembered (and met!) – all while staying up to date on the ever-changing laws and regulations that will impact our clients and practice. These mental demands can take its toll and leave us feeling deflated, burnt out, and running on fumes. Join us for this online seminar that teaches you how to create a better work-life balance, while still meeting your professional and personal goals. Topics include:
  • Positive strategies to enhance your self-care;
  • How to practice mindful stress management;
  • Tactics for building your resilience and mental fitness; and
  • How to find your perfect mental health space.

Program Coordinator:
Jason R. Blumenthal, Donahue & Rose P.C., Rosemont

Program Chat Moderator:
Courtney A. Berlin, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago

Program Speaker:
Erin Clifford, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Collateral Consequences of Criminal Charges and Artificial Intelligence

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Presented by the ISBA Traffic Laws & Courts Sections


2.0 hours MCLE credit, including 1.0 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit


Original Program Date: November 1, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: December 2, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for a discussion on the collateral consequences stemming from a DUI or criminal charge and how that may impact your client’s professional licensing, driving privileges, FOID card, and conceal carry license. Additional topic includes the ethical issues to consider when using artificial intelligence in your traffic law practice.


Program Coordinator:
J. Brick Van Der Snick, Van Der Snick Law Firm, Ltd., St. Charles

Program Moderator:
Adam M. Miller, Van Der Snick Law Firm, Ltd., St. Charles

8:55 – 9:00 a.m. Welcome and Introductions
Adam M. Miller, Van Der Snick Law Firm, Ltd., St. Charles

Artificial Intelligence*
Don’t miss this comprehensive look at artificial intelligence, including the ethical considerations to be aware of and how it can help (or hinder) your traffic law practice.
Melissa Smart, Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission, Chicago

Collateral Consequences of Criminal Charges: Professional Licenses, FOID, & CCL
Gain a better understanding of the consequences facing your client’s criminal charges, including the responses you can expect from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, the Illinois State Police, and the Concealed Carry Licensing Review Board.
Fred Nickl, Williams & Nickl, LLC, Chicago


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $70 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $140
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Issues in Pre-Trial Detention

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Presented by the ISBA Criminal Justice Section


1.0 hour MCLE credit


Original Program Date: Thursday, October 31, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­November 25, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Tens of thousands of people await trial from the confines of jail each year in Illinois, with the most common reason being their inability to post bail. But pre-trial detention can cause many issues – most notably the loss of wages or employment of those being detained. Join us for this in-depth look at the pros and cons of pre-trial detention, as well as:
  • The most common issues being seen w by courts across the State;
  • The questions to ask regarding the pre-trial detention of a defendant; and
  • How to best preserve issues for appeal.

Program Coordinator/Chat Moderator:
Sara Vig , Vig Law P.C., Springfield

Program Speaker:
David J. Robinson, Chief Deputy Director, Illinois State’s Attorney Appellate Prosecutor’s Office, Springfield

Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $35 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $70
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

International Commercial Arbitration Series Part 3 - Initiating Arbitration Proceedings, Including Dispositive Motions

ISBA Members: Use your 15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program –
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Presented by the ISBA International & Immigration Law Section
Co-sponsored by the ISBA Alternative Dispute Resolution Section, ISBA Federal Civil Practice Section, ISBA Construction Law Section, and the ISBA Diversity Leadership Council


1.50 hours MCLE credit, including 1.50 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category: Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit


Original Program Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Accreditation Expiration Date: ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­December 2, 2026 (You must certify completion and save your certificate before this date to get MCLE credit)


Join us for Part 3 of the International Commercial Arbitration Series as we discuss initiating arbitration proceedings, responding to arbitration claims, and tackling jurisdictional challenges. International and immigration law attorneys, alternative dispute resolution counsel, federal civil practitioners, and construction lawyers who attend this online program will better understand:
  • The concepts of evidence and document production;
  • The role of arbitrators and parties in shaping the proceedings;
  • The procedural rules and guidelines you need to be aware of; and
  • Much more.

Program Coordinator:
Angela Peters, Buffalo Grove Law Offices, Arlington Heights

Program Moderator:
H. Vincent Draa III , FCIArb, Kochhar & Co., Chicago

Program Chat Moderator:
Angela Peters, Buffalo Grove Law Offices, Arlington Heights

Program Speakers:
H. Vincent Draa III, FCIArb, Kochhar & Co., Chicago
Harshitha Ram, FCIArb, Lex Apotheke, Michigan
Sarah Reynolds, FCIArb, Goldman, Ismail, Tomaselli, Brennan & Baum LLP, Chicago


Pricing Information

  • Please Note: You must attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this seminar.
  • ISBA sponsoring section members get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your cart when you log in to register).
  • Fees:
    • ISBA Member Price of $52.50 is displayed below when you login and program is eligible for Free CLE member benefit.
    • Non-Member Price $105
    • New Attorney Member (within the first five years of practice) - $25
    • Law Students – Free

Collecting Judgments & Bankruptcy Issues Series: Understanding the Issues That Can Arise During Judgment Enforcements

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Timothy A. Slating

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.

Justice Joy V. Cunningham Announces 3 Subcircuit Vacancies in Cook County

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Timothy A. Slating

Supreme Court Justice Joy V. Cunningham has begun an application process for three judicial vacancies in the subcircuits of Cook County. 

The subcircuit vacancies are for the seats of Judge Thomas W. Murphy (3rd Subcircuit, vacant effective July 3, 2024), Judge Callie L. Baird (16th Subcircuit, vacant effective April 16, 2024), and Judge John A. Fairman (19th Subcircuit, vacant effective April 29, 2024).