MCBA NEWSLETTER |
june 26, 2023 |
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2023
JUNE EVENTS 6/27/2023 (Tues.) CLE Committee Meeting 6/30/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar GAL Planning Committee Meeting JULY EVENTS 7/4/2023 (Tues.) Courthouse Closed 7/7/2023 (Tues.) Breakfast with the Bar 7/11/2023 (Tues.) BOG Meeting 7/12/2023 (Wed.) DEIA Committee Meeting 7/14/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 7/21/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 7/25/2023 (Tues.) CLE Committee Meeting 7/28/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar AUGUST EVENTS 8/2/2023 (Wed.) Quarterly Family Law Bench/Bar Listenting Session 8/4/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/11/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/18/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/25/2023 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar Upcoming Save-The-Dates 9/22/2023 (Fri.) CIPA Legal Education Seminar 10/19/2023 (Wed.) 6th Annual Behavioral Health Community Forum 10/25 & 10/26 (Wed. & Thurs.) MCBA Biennial GAL Conference 12/19/2023 (Tues.) Holiday Luncheon 2024 Court Holidays All Court Holidays & Closures 1/1/2024 (Mon.) 1/15/2024 (Mon.) MLK Day 2/12/2024 (Mon.) Lincoln's Birthday 2/19/2024 (Mon.) Presidents' Birthday 5/27/2024 (Mon.) Memorial Day 6/19/2024 (Wed.) Juneteenth 7/4/2024 (Thurs.) 9/2/2024 (Mon.) Labor Day |
ANNUAL MEETING
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FRIDAY, JULY 7 and MONDAY, JULY 10
There will be two options this year for the Composite. The first option includes your photo in this years composite with your own personal size composite copy. This choice has a cost o $75.00 associated with it. The second choice includes your photo in this years composite with your own personal size composite copy AND a digital headshop copy. This choice costs $100.00.
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mcba softball
next games
Monday, june 26 @ 6:00 pm
monday, july 10 @ 6:00 pm
monday, july 17 @ 7:00 pm
what gen z attorneys want in a workplace
By Laura Bagby, Monday, June 5, 2023 9:15 AM
Fewer aspiring Gen Z attorneys desire to work at a BigLaw firm, according to a 2023 survey from Major, Lindsey & Africa that explored the perspectives, thoughts, and attitudes of Gen Zers on law firm life.
The “Gen-Z: Now Influencing Today’s Law Firm Culture” survey found a 20% decrease in the number of Gen Z law students who said that they wanted to work in BigLaw after graduation compared to the 2020 survey (39% in 2023 vs. 59% in 2020). Twenty-three percent of respondents said they would like to go to a midsize firm and 16% identified government as their ideal career path.
The “Gen-Z: Now Influencing Today’s Law Firm Culture” survey found a 20% decrease in the number of Gen Z law students who said that they wanted to work in BigLaw after graduation compared to the 2020 survey (39% in 2023 vs. 59% in 2020). Twenty-three percent of respondents said they would like to go to a midsize firm and 16% identified government as their ideal career path.
ethical considerations for lawyers
regarding email encryption
By Mark C. Palmer, Friday, June 23, 2023 10:25 AM
Email is a convenient and efficient way for lawyers to communicate with clients, but it also poses ethical challenges and security risks.
For example: When should lawyers use encryption to secure emails or other electronic communications with clients? What discussions should lawyers have with their clients about sharing communications and files? And are there better alternatives to emailing clients when privacy and security are paramount?
I’ve previously detailed the long history of ethical opinions focused on email communication by lawyers. It started in 1999 with ABA Formal Opinion 99-413 allowing email...
For example: When should lawyers use encryption to secure emails or other electronic communications with clients? What discussions should lawyers have with their clients about sharing communications and files? And are there better alternatives to emailing clients when privacy and security are paramount?
I’ve previously detailed the long history of ethical opinions focused on email communication by lawyers. It started in 1999 with ABA Formal Opinion 99-413 allowing email...
Rachel Brandt
is the 2023 MCBA representative for the “20 Stars for Life” fundraiser!
JULY 20
The fundraiser benefits the Life Foundation’s “Stay 4” Project. https://www.stay4.org/ This program identifies low income students at risk for dropping out of school and links them with educational opportunities and scholarships. It also provides the students with a minimum $1,000 grant once the student enrolls in trade school, community college or a 4 year university. This includes most area high schools including my alma mater, Bloomington High School.
The fundraising event with dinner, drinks and entertainment is on July 20 at the Park Regency Hotel in Bloomington. With the purchase of each ticket, you will be helping at risk kids finish high school and continue their education. Each ticket is $50.
Here is the link to purchase tickets online :
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/20-stars-for-life-tickets-657788100917?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
Here is the link for donations, only: https://www.stay4.org/20-stars-donations-2022 and hit donate under “Rachel Brandt” so MCBA is recognized for its contribution.
Thank you for your support!
The fundraising event with dinner, drinks and entertainment is on July 20 at the Park Regency Hotel in Bloomington. With the purchase of each ticket, you will be helping at risk kids finish high school and continue their education. Each ticket is $50.
Here is the link to purchase tickets online :
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/20-stars-for-life-tickets-657788100917?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb
Here is the link for donations, only: https://www.stay4.org/20-stars-donations-2022 and hit donate under “Rachel Brandt” so MCBA is recognized for its contribution.
Thank you for your support!
free cle - click on the picture below.
recording opportunities
Save the Date
Friday, September 22 - Central Illinois Paralegal Association Legal Education Seminar
Wednesday, October 19 - 6th Annual Behavioral Health Community Forum
Wednesday & Thursday, October 25 & 26 - MCBA Biennial GAL Conference
Wednesday, October 19 - 6th Annual Behavioral Health Community Forum
Wednesday & Thursday, October 25 & 26 - MCBA Biennial GAL Conference
Christopher J. Spanos
Corporation Counsel
City of Bloomington
115 E. Washington Street, Ste 403
Bloomington, IL 61701
Phone: (309) 434-2562
cspanos@cityblm.org
City of Bloomington
115 E. Washington Street, Ste 403
Bloomington, IL 61701
Phone: (309) 434-2562
cspanos@cityblm.org
new to your office?
or maybe an attorney/staff 'on the move'?
If your office has new attorneys and staff, then we would like to update membership on your additions! Maybe you have an attorney making moves within your office. Please click on the link below to submit a little about the new addition and feel free to add a photo as well.
free - a few items remain
used office furniture for the taking
*Round conference table
72” diameter, wood grain laminate top, chrome base
*(3) U-Shaped Secretarial Desk Sets
72” wide x 104” deep, wood
- (1) with right pedestal desk, left bridge, left pedestal credenza
- (2) with left pedestal desk, right bridge, right pedestal credenza
Contact: cathy@prattandprattpc.com
72” diameter, wood grain laminate top, chrome base
*(3) U-Shaped Secretarial Desk Sets
72” wide x 104” deep, wood
- (1) with right pedestal desk, left bridge, left pedestal credenza
- (2) with left pedestal desk, right bridge, right pedestal credenza
Contact: cathy@prattandprattpc.com
career opportunities
office space available
121 main STREET, BLOOMINGTON
office suite - 2nd floor - lease
Second floor office suite available for lease. The full floor is available for a single tenant. Previously occupied as an attorney’s office, the space has a perimeter of private office spaces and conference room, open/work area/reception, two (2) restrooms, breakroom, data storage and secured storage areas inclusive in suite. Building has elevator access. Parking adjacent to building.
posted May 2023
306 E grove street, bloomington
freestanding building - FOR SALE
We are pleased to present the former Yoder Law Office Building, now Murphy Building, in Downtown Bloomington for sale. The current business will be relocating, making this unique freestanding office building available. This property has unique characteristics, lots of natural lighting, large private offices with windows, conference rooms, break room and updated mens and womens restrooms, as well as a large storage room. The property has been well maintained and with the adjacent parking lot, this presents a great opportunity for a new or expanding business in Bloomington. Please call to schedule a tour today.
posted May 2023
105 n. center street - downtown blooomington
office - for sale
Downtown Bloomington is home to over 100 shops, restaurants, and services ready to provide you with distinctive merchandise and friendly small town customer service. You can be apart of what makes Downtown great in owning this spectacularly cared for former law office. The property has three stories and a full basement, private offices, conference rooms, storage, vaults, restrooms, library and more.
posted February 2023
Office Space Available
Located one block from the McLean County Law & Justice Center, two offices (209 sq. ft. & 108 sq. ft.) available for rent. The offices are ideal for a single office user or a professional with an administrative assistant. Both offices are newly painted, fully furnished, and move-in ready. Offices have access to kitchen/break room. Conference room available for reservation. Parking included.
For more information, call or text (708) 831-2733.
For more information, call or text (708) 831-2733.
posted January 2023
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE
2nd Floor
121 N Main St., Bloomington, IL
3,625 sq. ft. Total. Smaller space units available.
Parking on site
Call or Text 309-868-1604
posted November 2022
2nd Floor
121 N Main St., Bloomington, IL
3,625 sq. ft. Total. Smaller space units available.
Parking on site
Call or Text 309-868-1604
posted November 2022
bar committee activities
2023
CLE Committee Meeting - June 27 noon
GAL Committee Meeting - June 30 12.15 pm
BOG Meeting - July 11 noon
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility [DEIA] Committee Meeting – July 12 noon
Underwood Committee Meeting - July 21
Quarterly Family Law Bench/Bar Listening Session - August 2 3.30 pm
CLE Committee Meeting - June 27 noon
GAL Committee Meeting - June 30 12.15 pm
BOG Meeting - July 11 noon
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility [DEIA] Committee Meeting – July 12 noon
Underwood Committee Meeting - July 21
Quarterly Family Law Bench/Bar Listening Session - August 2 3.30 pm