Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
1.0 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: Thursday, September 19, 2024 Accreditation Expiration Date: -------------------------November 11, 2026 (You
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
1.0 hours MCLE credit, including 1.0 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category:Diversity & Inclusion credit
Original Program Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024 Accreditation Expiration Date: November 11, 2026 (You
must certify completion and save your certificate before
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
1.0 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: Thursday, September 19, 2024 Accreditation Expiration Date: -------------------------November 11, 2026 (You
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
1.0 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: Friday, September 20, 2024 Accreditation Expiration Date: -------------------------November 11, 2026 (You
Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
1.0 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: Thursday, September 19, 2024 Accreditation Expiration Date: -------------------------November 11, 2026 (You
The Innovative Lawyer: Smart Strategies for Small Firms in the Age of AI Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
Pre-order the SSFC Bundle! Get access to the complete conference via our On-Demand Catalog no more than four weeks after the conference to earn 15.00 hours MCLE credit, including 12.0 hours Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following categories:
The Innovative Lawyer: Smart Strategies for Small Firms in the Age of AI Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
ISBA Members: Use your
15 hours of Free CLE credits to order this program – just use the green button next
to the “Add to Cart” button below!The Innovative Lawyer: Smart Strategies for Small Firms in the Age of AI Presented by the Illinois State Bar Association Sponsored by the ISBA Mutual Insurance Company
15.0 hours General MCLE credit, including 12.0 hours of Professional Responsibility MCLE credit in the following category:
10.0 hours Professionalism, Civility, Legal Ethics credit, or Sexual Harassment Prevention
1.0 hour Mental Health and Substance Abuse credit
1.0 hour Diversity and Inclusion credit
Original Program Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025 – Friday, September 26, 2025 Accreditation Expiration Date: November 26, 2027 (You
must certify completion and save your certificate before
this date to get MCLE credit)
Get the practice tips and technology
tools you need to run your small firm professionally, ethically, and
efficiently in the new age of artificial intelligence. Attorneys with all
levels of practice experience who attend this online program will better
understand:
How
to use artificial intelligence ethically to market your law firm;
How to unlock AI’s potential for
your practice;
The myths about managing
employees and what you need to know;
How proper incident planning can
help thwart the cyber threats facing your practice;
The essential law firm
housekeeping tasks that can save you time, money, and stress;
How AI can help you eliminate
tasks you don’t want to do;
The future of limited scope
representation;
How to manage a team and assign
tasks with clarity;
Why creating a succession plan
for your law firm is so important;
How the ARDC is handling
AI-related complaints;
How to use legal research tools
in conjunction with new AI-tools;
The best strategies for building
an effective hiring process;
The importance of diversity in
your law firm; and
How to create a better work-life
balance, while still achieving your goals.
Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, and Marketing 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Attorneys and law firms use social media, websites, and other electronic means
to market themselves and solicit potential clients. But these platforms are
using generative artificial intelligence more and more frequently to target and
appeal to particular audiences or demographics, which may sometimes result in
unintended consequences. Don’t miss this presentation that explores the ethical
and professional issues that arise when using digital media and artificial
intelligence to market your services, including your responsibility to vet your
digital providers, safeguard client and prospective client information, and
ensure that the content generated by these tools complies with the ethical
rules. Moderator: Rachel Hernandez, Bruckner Hernandez Legal Solutions, LLC,
St. Charles Sari Montgomery, Robinson, Stewart, Montgomery & Doppke, LLC,
Chicago
Getting Started with Artificial Intelligence for Law Firms 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Learn how to unlock AI’s potential for your practice with this informative
presentation. Topics include: how to use AI effectively, safely, and ethically;
how to leverage AI and what questions to ask before using it; and the
fundamental concepts of AI, including machine learning and natural language
processing. The presentation also includes an interactive component to show
users how to train their AI tool to deliver the desired information. Moderator: Genevieve E. Miller, Beattie|Onorato Family Law LLC,
Chicago Jeffrey Schoenberger, Affinity Consulting, Ohio
Dispelling Myths in Managing Employees: How to Avoid Stubbing Your
Proverbial Toe 1.0 hour MCLE credit
Please join us as our speaker discusses the latest legal mandates that all
employers (particularly private law firms and legal departments) must navigate
when managing personnel. Key topics include: managing the medical issues,
accommodations, and leave entitlements of employees; complying with wage and
hourly mandates and avoiding liabilities; complying with workplace
anti-harassment and discrimination laws; managing employee performance,
productivity, and work quality; avoiding the problematic employee; and the art
of coaching, correcting and disciplining employee misconduct. Moderator: Rachel Hernandez, Bruckner Hernandez Legal Solutions,LLC,
St. Charles Jeffrey A. Risch, Amundsen Davis LLC, St. Charles
Cybersecurity and Data Protection: From Coverage and Claims to Threat
Awareness and Incident Prevention 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Get the information you need to advise your clients on cyber insurance policies
and coverage with this informative presentation. Topics include: the current
threats and trends in cybersecurity and date protection; how cyber liability
claims are affecting Illinois law firms and the broader legal community; the
short- and long-term impacts of cyber incidents on firm operations,
professional liability exposure, and client trust; the most common cyber
incidents (and motivations) behind these actions; the privacy and security
issues you need to be to be aware of; the applicable reporting laws and
regulations; and the individual, regulatory, and contractual notice
requirements. Moderator: Elisabeth A. Ritter,Ritter Law Offices, Chicago Adam Czerwinski,Sidebar Insurance Solutions, Inc., Chicago Joseph M. Fusz, Wilson Elser, Chicago 5 Year-End Tasks Every Small Firm Should Know 1.0 hour MCLE credit
Taking a moment to address essential law firm housekeeping tasks can save you
time, money, and stress in the long run. While often overlooked, these tasks
are crucial for maintaining a well-organized and compliant practice. Join us
for a look at the five most important year-end tasks every lawyer should
review, including: reviewing and cleaning up your IOLTA accounts; familiarizing
yourself with upcoming labor law changes; dealing with uncollectable accounts
receivable; auditing your payroll expenses; and reviewing your software
subscriptions. Moderator: Genevieve E. Miller, Beattie|Onorato Family Law LLC,
Chicago Diane Camacho, DLC Consulting Services, California
Artificial Intelligence for Lawyers 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professionalism, Civility,
Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Learn how artificial intelligence works, how to use it ethically, how it can
help you get rid of tasks you don’t want to do, and how it can help you get
(and keep) more clients with this informative presentation. Moderator: Bryan M. Sims, Sims Law Firm Ltd., Naperville Andrew G. Vaughn, Deviant Marketing, Chicago
Future of Limited Scope Representation 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Limited scope representation is here to stay. This session explores emerging
trends, potential pitfalls, and practical strategies for attorneys navigating
the opportunities and challenges ahead. Moderator: Genevieve E. Miller, Beattie|Onorato Family Law LLC,
Chicago Eleanor Endzel, Endzel Law LLC, Chicago
Don't Leave It to Chance: Communicating Effectively When You Delegate 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Delegation can make or break the success of a solo or small law firm – but most
attorneys were never trained on how to do it effectively. In this engaging
session, you’ll learn why clarity and ownership are essential when assigning
tasks. Whether you’re managing a team or considering your very first hire,
you’ll walk away with practical strategies to communicate clearly, avoid
dropped balls, and create a more reliable, efficient practice. Moderator: Bryan M. Sims, Sims Law Firm Ltd., Naperville Melanie Leonard, Clio, Naperville
Succession Planning for Solo and Small Law Firms 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professionalism, Civility,
Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Attorneys play an irreplaceable role in the neighborhoods they serve, often
acting as trusted legal advisors and community pillars. Without a succession
plan, when a solo or small firm attorney retires, the community may lose access
to critical legal resources. Don’t miss this session that explains why
succession planning is so important – for you, for your clients, and for your
community – and how to create a succession plan for your practice. Moderator: Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich LLP, Chicago Constance R. Sherrod, The Sherrod Law Firm Ltd., Chicago
ARDC and Handling of AI-Related Complaints 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit Don’t miss this practical guide on how to increase efficiency while
maintaining you ethical obligations. A discussion on how the Illinois Rule of
Ethics has changed due to AI-related complaints is also included. Moderator: Elisabeth A. Ritter, Ritter Law Offices, Chicago Anisa L. Jordan, Illinois Attorney Registration & Disciplinary
Commission, Chicago
Your Research Toolkit, Upgraded: AI Tools for Better and More Efficient
Legal Research 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Professionalism, Civility,
Legal Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Listen as our speaker showcases the newest artificial intelligence features on
a variety of legal research platforms, including vLex Fastcase, Westlaw
Precision, and Lexis+ AI. Learn how you can use these features to supplement
traditional research and maximize your efficiency. Moderator: Rachel Hernandez, Bruckner Hernandez Legal Solutions, LLC,
St. Charles Jesse Bowman, Associate Law Librarian for Technology Initiatives and
Instruction, Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, Chicago
Strategies for Recruiting & Retaining Law Firm Employees 1.0 hour MCLE credit
Join us for a timely discussion on the challenges smaller law firms face in
hiring and retaining attorneys and legal professionals. Listen as our panelists
share strategies for building an effective hiring process – from job design to
onboarding—as well as best practices for integrating virtual legal staff. The
speakers also address the legal desert issue in Illinois and explore solutions
to attract and retain legal talent in rural areas, including an overview of the
ISBA Rural Practice Fellowship Program. Moderator: Diana C. Servos, ST Legal Group. Deerfield Diane L. Camacho, DLCS Consulting Services, LLC, California Constance R. Sherrod, The Sherrod Law Firm Ltd., Chicago Sarah J. Taylor, Barrett Twomey Broom Hughes & Hoke LLP,
Carbondale Staci L. Vazquez, Geiger Vazquez LLC, Morris
Law Firm Diversity 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0 hour Diversity & Inclusion credit Enhance your understanding of the impact of cognitive bias, especially
as it relates to race, gender, and other “identity markers” with this
informative segment. Moderator: Pamela J. Kuzniar, Haid and Teich LLP, Chicago Prof. Sacha M. Coupet, Loyola University Chicago School of Law,
Chicago
How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Run Your Small Law Office
Efficiently 1.0 hour MCLE credit, including 1.0* hour Professionalism, Civility, Legal
Ethics, or Sexual Harassment Prevention credit
Artificial intelligence can help you run your law firm and free up some of your
time in the process, but there are many things to consider before using this
technological advancement. Don’t miss this online program that discusses the
key issues to consider when using AI, including: How AI can complement your own
legal research; the importance of always double-checking case citations
generated by AI; the necessity of reading all cases to confirm that the holding
is as represented; explaining to your client why your law firm uses AI and how
it can help achieve their objective; how to establish an AI policy for your law
practice to ensure the ethical use of generative AI resources; and the
professional liability issues to be aware of when using AI in your law firm. Moderator: Hon. Donald Bernardi (ret.), Bloomington Andrew G. Vaughn, Deviant Marketing, Chicago
Mental Health 101: Strategies for Thriving, Not Just Surviving 1.0 hour Mental Health & Substance Abuse 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. Moderator: Courtney A. Berlin, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago Erin Clifford, Clifford Law Offices, Chicago
*Originally presented
as part of the ISBA’s Solo & Small Firm Conference 2025: The Innovative Lawyer: Smart Strategies for Small Firms in the Age of AI. Find more sessions in this series
in the ISBA On-Demand CLE catalog.
Pricing Information
Please Note: You must
attend the entire program in order to earn MCLE credit for this
seminar.
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get a $10 registration discount (which is automatically calculated in your
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