CBA Record October 2017

2017 Pro Bono Week Oct 23-27 For the Sake of the Community The Chicago Bar Association & The Chicago Bar Foundation’s

Co-Chairs

Lawyers, law students, and other legal professionals from all backgrounds are welcome. All events are complimentary and open to the legal community.

Community Development Through Pro Bono Monday, October 23 3:00-5:00 pm followed by kick-off reception Ropes &Gray LLP Justice: An Evening of Stories and Community Tuesday, October 24 6:00-8:00 pm Revolution Brewing How Pro Bono Contributes to a Successful Career Wednesday, October 25 12:00-1:00 pm The Chicago Bar Association 24th Annual Pro Bono and Community Service Fair Thursday, October 26 5:00-7:00 pm Kirkland & Ellis LLP Effective Representation of Individuals with Mental Health Conditions Friday, October 27 12:00-2:00 pm Holland & Knight LLP

Pro bono does more than help individuals—it also helps communities. Small businesses, creative professionals, and entrepreneurs are vital parts of every community, but they can face legal challenges when launching a business, protecting a creative work, or navigating rules and regulations. Learn how to use your transactional skills to strengthen communities and empower individuals and businesses through pro bono. Two hours of PR CLE credit subject to approval. Get to know your fellow justice-minded colleagues while listening to stories shared by volunteers from the audience. Interested in telling a story? Come prepared with a five-minute story related to the theme (justice) to share with attendees from the Chicago legal community. Those who volunteer to tell stories will be entered in a prize raffle. Storytellers and listeners alike are encouraged to attend! Pro bono work provides lawyers with opportunities to give back to the community, but there are other career benefits as well. Newer lawyers can gain experience, confidence, and connections both inside and outside their firms. More experienced attorneys can gain greater visibility as well as case-management and leadership skills. This panel discussion will help you discover how pro bono work can be an essential part of your career development. One hour of PR CLE credit subject to approval.

Jan Feldman Lawyers for the Creative Arts

Trisha M. Rich Holland & Knight LLP

Presented by the CBA Young Lawyers Section Co-sponsored by the CBF and Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Learn more and register: www.chicagobar.org/ probonoweek

Meet with representatives from 40+ of Chicago’s legal aid, pro bono, community service, and mentoring organizations to find an opportunity that fits your schedule, interests, and goals.

Mental health conditions can impact any individual, community, or legal case, but they are often ignored or misunderstood. Learn how to better advocate for and empower your pro bono clients by acknowledging both their legal and non-legal needs. This session will cover how to recognize and address challenges that may be rooted in mental health conditions, as well as best practices, strategies, and resources for addressing them in an effective and compassionate manner. Two hours of PR CLE credit subject to approval.

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