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CBA Welcomes New Admittees I n May, approximately 500 new attor- neys were admitted to practice law in the state of Illinois. To help introduce newadmittees to the legal profession, the CBA offers free membership and free CLE for one year. Other benefits include job search resources, how-to seminars, par- ticipation in committee activities, career

development services, legal resource guides, networking opportunities, social events and much more. If you know a new lawyer who has not yet activated his or her complimentary membership, please encourage them to do so. Call 312/554-2133 for more infor- mation.

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The CBA Needs Your Email Address We need your email address! By providing us your email address, you will: –Receive the CBA eBulletin every Thursday containing a list of the fol- lowing week’s committee meetings and speakers noting free MCLE credit, upcoming seminars, networking events and important news about the Association. –Receive timely notices of your committee meetings, topics and speakers. –Cut down on the amount of mail and faxes the CBA sends which helps lower these expenses and saves trees! To notify us of your email address, call 312/554-2135 or send an email to info@chicagobar.org including your name, phone, email address and CBA member number. Please note that the CBA does not provide or sell member email addresses to outside entities nor will we bombard you with unnecessary emails. Thank you! CBA Resources for New Lawyers J ust getting started in the practice of law in Chicago? The CBA offers many resources and programs to help new lawyers. See our comprehensive list and links including MCLE requirements, start up law firmboot camp, career services, mentoring programs, seminars for new lawyers, practice area pointer videos, volunteer opportunities and more. For more information, go to www.chicagobar.org Members Save15%onOn-demandLegal Researchand Writing Services from LegalResearch.com W ith more than four decades of success providing expert level research, case-specific analysis and accurate writing solutions to attorneys nationwide, the team of experienced attorneys at LegalResearch.comnowoffers discounted services to CBA members–on your terms, your schedule and your budget. Visit www.legalresearch.com/CBA for more information or call 844- 638-6733 for a free consultation.

Last Call for Membership Dues Don’t forget to renew your CBA membership this summer. Dues must be received by August 31st to maintain all savings and benefits including: free CLE, free noon hour committee meetings live and web- cast, low cost businessmanagement and technology skills training, free solo small firm resource portal, client development workshops, complimentary hands on job search/career advancement programs, free judicial roundtables, joint events with other professional groups, leadership training, affordable practice management consulting, pro bono legal and community service volunteer opportunities, members only discount programs, and much more. There is no doubt that these are challenging times for the legal profession. Budgets are tight and time is a precious commodity. The CBA is aware of this, is working hard to meet your needs and has not raised dues in over 11 years. Keep up with the latest legal developments. Network with the brightest legal minds in Chicago. Meet future employers, mentors, business contacts and friends. Get job search help. The CBA is where you belong. Make connections, grow you business and enrich your professional future. Renew today viawww.chicagobar.org, USmail or call 312/554-2020. Special Billing Notes: Reduced dues are available for unemployed members and those with financial hardships. Call 312/554-2131 or see dues hardship form at www.chicagobar.org. For dues installment plan, call 312/554-2020. If you do not wish to renew for thismembership period, please call 312/554-2135 or email kbryan@chicagobar.org to resign yourmem- bership and avoid reinstatement fees in the future.

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