CBA Record July-August 2021

1. Be kind to each other and yourself. 2. Ensure civility is part of each legal action, deed, or communication. 3. Defend the rule of law. 4. Commit to racial justice and equality for all. 5. Support improved access to justice. 6. Give back to the community and the profession. 7. Advocate for legal reform and innova- tion. 8. See something, say something. 9. Lead with empathy. 10. Support the CBA and the organized bar. In the 2021-2022 bar year, we look

forward to building upon existing col- laborations and partnerships with other bar associations, legal organizations, and community groups. We will launch the Diversity, Inclusion, Culture, Equity and Engagement Initiative (DICE); expand legal education for public outreach; and showcase new programming centered on more financially viable law practices and career planning for all lawyers to enhance the traditional lineup of the CBA’s offering of CLE programs. The critically important work of the CBA’s committees will con- tinue along with the extraordinary efforts underway with the CBA/CBF Task Force on the Sustainable Practice of Law &

Innovation, Mediation Service, @theBar podcasts, and the Task Force on Sexual Harassment & Assault, among others. As always, we know the CBA’s Young Lawyers Section will have another fabulous year under the leadership of YLS Chair, Tracy Brammeier. As we look to the celebration of the CBA’s 150th anniversary in 2024, this is a perfect year to work together to secure the CBA’s future and continued success as one of the country’s leading urban bar associations. Please join me as we lend our combined strength, leadership, and resolve to ensure that we all enjoy more kindness, civility, and overall well-being.

Taking and Defending Depositions in State and Federal Court Tuesday, July 13, 2021/2:00-5:00 p.m. $0 CLE Advantage Plan & Law Student/$90 Member/$180 Non-Member 2.75 IL PR-Credit (subject to approval). Register at learn.chicagobar.org.

Sharpen your deposition skills by attending this seminar. Expert attorneys who practice in state and federal court will instruct you on both preparing for and controlling depositions, followed by a live demonstration of common ethical pitfalls with rulings by Judge Larsen. Attorneys with little or no experience in taking depositions, as well as lawyers wanting to improve their skills will benefit from this seminar. Can’t make the live version? Watch it on demand.

INTRODUCING Ambassador Robert C. O’Brien

MEDIATION FOR: + Business & commercial contracts + Class actions + Complex litigation + Employment + Securities

EXCLUSIVELY AT SIGNATURE RESOLUTION.

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