CBA Record September-October 2022

Second Vice President John Sciacotta , Partner, Aronberg Goldgehn

What do you appreciate most about the CBA? I appreciate the vast array of opportuni f ties it provides to attorneys and judges to learn, network, grow, and share. I am also grateful for the leadership and visibility it provides for attorneys who identify as minorities. What would someone be surprised to learn about you? Those things that would surprise others are best kept close to the vest. While I am seen as an extrovert, I am most content when left alone with a book of history or PO*)/+OWsL uW)O/0 s0V s 0OWU pPO*MUne The greatest challenge lawyers face is the ability to connect with others, due in large part to the effects of the pandemic. I am hopeful the CBA will continue to play a leading role in bringing lawyers back together as we move forward. Connec f tion is vital to our satisfaction as lawyers. 0=3< 3AB %"9 (3<#=:$@ "$ ,B<.:'1 I recently watched a few episodes of Stranger Things pO)P 2n )pO0 KJfnUs+f/LV daughters. As someone who grew up in the 1980s, the soundtrack made me smile. If you ’ re not watching, what are you reading? Big Potential by Shawn Achor. He spoke s) 2n Lsp u+25* s00(sL +U)+Us) s0V O* s _s+'s+Vf)+sO0UV *WOU0)O*) pP/*U +U*Us+WP focuses on happiness. This book explains how to bring out the best in others and ourselves. It is more relevant than ever for leaders in the legal profession. What do you think is the greatest challenge law yers face in 2022? What is your best advice for young lawyers just starting out? Avoid credit card debt. Live within your means. Focus on paying off student loans. That will make your life much easier down the road. Where is your favorite vacation spot? Anywhere on the European coast of the Mediterranean, with a special love for Spain.

What do you think is the greatest challenge law yers face in 2022? Staying connected virtually and maintain f ing and establishing relationships. Also, mentoring has become more of a chal f lenge due to the virtual/hybrid nature of working remotely.

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If you are not watching, what are you reading? Leadership in Turbulent Times by Doris Kearns Goodwin. What is your best advice for young lawyers just starting out? Learn your trade and become the best lawyer you can be. Also, get involved at the CBA and in your communities. Join organizations that will allow you to meet people and mentors in the profession. Always try to make friends in the practice of law and establish relationships. Where is your favorite vacation spot? Anywhere in Italy and Hawaii. Runners (-B Z/0V/0 s0V @s+O*e Secretary Kathryn Carso Liss , Executive Director, Schiller DuCanto and Fleck Family Law Center, DePaul University College of Law

What are your primary areas of practice? Commercial/business litigation, business divorce disputes, and arbitration and mediation. I am also an arbitrator and mediator. What motivated you to serve on the CBA board? The CBA has always been an important part of my legal career. I have made countless friends and have established cherished relationships. Giving back by *U+'O0Q s* s0 /SuWU+ s0V 2U2rU+ /S )PU Board of Managers has been extremely +Ups+VO0Q s0V S(LuLLO0Qe What do you appreciate most about the CBA? The opportunities it provides to establish meaningful friendships and relationships and to become better lawyers through the vast array of CLE programs. The CBA experience will enhance your career, enrich your life, and better our legal pro f fession. My family (great uncle) owned and oper f s)UV )PU u+*) W/22U+WOsL +U*)s(+s0) O0 !POWsQ/ )Ps) *U+'UV -Ommse `+s0s)/5* @Omf zeria opened in 1924 at 907 West Taylor St. in Chicago. My family (four genera f )O/0*k sL*/ /p0UV )PU @s-s YOLs0/5* s0V YOLs0/5* ^)sLOs0 +U*)s(+s0)* O0 !POWsQ/ S+/2 KCJCfJccEe What would someone be surprised to learn about you?

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