CBA Record November-December 2024

THE YOUNG LAWYERS SECTION

February 19 – Navigating Career Transitions: Not in love with your current day-to-day work? The Committee is collabo rating with the YLS Tort Law Committee to explore strategies for successfully navigating career transitions. This session will be particularly valuable for those considering a change in practice area because it will highlight transferable skills and feature case studies of successful career pivots. February 25 – Building Your Legal Brand: This two-hour comprehensive seminar will cover defining your unique value proposition, creating a cohesive professional image, and leverag ing various platforms to establish yourself as a thought leader in your field. April 2 – Work-Life Balance and Stress Management: Burn ing the candle at both ends? In April, we’ll address a topic that is increasingly important in our profession: work-life balance and stress management. We’ll be joined by a mental health special ist who will provide insights and strategies for maintaining well being in the demanding legal environment. June 4 – Financial Planning for Young Lawyers: A financial planning expert will guide you through the basics of managing student loans and planning for your financial future, which will

help you build a solid foundation for long-term success. The committee is committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive in your legal career. We encour age you to take full advantage of these resources and attend our upcoming events. Your active participation not only benefits your own career but also contributes to the vibrant community of young lawyers within the CBA. As we continue to develop our programming, we welcome your input and suggestions. If there are specific topics or issues you would like us to address, please do not hesitate to reach out. Your career journey is unique, and the CBA is here to support you every step of the way. We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming events and hearing your success stories!

Olivia Crooks is tax associate at Phillips Lytle LLP and the Chair of the YLS Career Assistance Committee.

Young Lawyers Section Holiday Party

Celebrate the holidays with the YLS on Thursday, December 5, 2025, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the CBA Building, 321 S. Plymouth Ct., Chicago, IL.

Live music, libations, appetizers, and mingling! Sign up for the free social at www.chicagobar.org.

Legal Accounting 101: Essential Financial Tips for Long-term Success December 4, 2024 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. | Live Webcast Free for Members | 1 IL MCLE Credit | Register at Learn.ChicagoBar.org Are you or your colleagues spending too many hours managing your firm’s finances? You’re not alone. Budgeting, billing, and bookkeeping can all feel overwhelming, taking up more time than your actual legal work. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or part of a larger legal team, mastering trust and legal accounting practices is crucial for streamlining operations and staying compliant. Walk away from this CLE with techniques to manage your books with accuracy and efficiency and tools and technologies for performing legal accounting with confidence. Sponsored by CBA Member Benefit Provider Clio.

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