MCBA NEWSLETTER |
june 23, 2025 |
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MCBA Events 2025
June 6/24 (Tues.) CLE Committee Meeting 6/26 (Thurs.) Annual Meeting 6/27 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar GAL Planning Committee Meeting July 7/4 (Fri.) Courthouse Closed 7/8 (Tues.) BOG Meeting 7/11 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 7/17 (Thurs.) 3rd Thursday Social - Crafted 7/18 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 7/22 (Tues.) CLE Committee Meeting 7/25 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar August 8/1 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/8 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/12 (Tues.) BOG Meeting 8/15 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/21 (Thurs.) 3rd Thursday Social - Mystic Kitchen 8/22 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar 8/26 (Tues.) CLE Committee Meeting DEIA Committee Meeting 8/29 (Fri.) Breakfast with the Bar September 9/3 (Wed.) Quarterly Family Law Bench/Bar Listening Session 9/26 (Fri.) CIPA Annual Educational Seminar - CLE Event October 10/22-23 (Wed. - Thurs.) GAL Certification Seminar November 11/5 (Wed.) An Afternoon of PR CLE & Attorney Self-Care December 12/3 (Wed.) Quarterly Family Law Bench/Bar Listening Session 12/17 (Wed.) Holiday Luncheon |
annual meeting 2025Thursday, June 26
two voting opportunities
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jaime ganschow
‘20 Stars for LIFE’
2Civility Professionalism Spotlight
Great Plains LIFE Foundation
“…Keeping Kids in School and Keeping America Strong.”
456 Wylie Drive, Normal, IL 61761 Phone: 309-828-3406
JULY 17th
“…Keeping Kids in School and Keeping America Strong.”
456 Wylie Drive, Normal, IL 61761 Phone: 309-828-3406
JULY 17th
Paul Segobiano Email: [email protected] Liz Skinner
Director of Development Director of Public Relations
May 28, 2025 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
To Represent the McLean County Bar Association at
Great Plains LIFE Foundation
‘20 Stars for LIFE’
Great Plains LIFE Foundation
‘20 Stars for LIFE’
Jamie Ganschow will be representing the McLean County Bar Association at the Great Plains LIFE Foundation’s annual 20 Stars for LIFE to be held on Thursday evening, July 17th, at the Parke Regency Hotel in Bloomington. The event is open to the public and tickets may be purchased online or from any of the stars. Admission includes a buffet from Outback Steakhouse, beverages, and dancing.
In addition to Ms. Ganschow, the 2025 Galaxy of Stars includes: Ashley Brownfield – RE/MAX Rising, Adam Campbell – Heartland Community College, Tom Chiodo – Illinois State University, Ray Crotts - Livingston/McLean Building & Trades, Wesley Donovan – Jason’s Deli, James Gaston – Jazz UpFront, Anthony Grant – McLean County Government, Fire Chief Mick Humer – Town of Normal, Ben Jeffreys – Arthur J. Gallagher: Insurance Risk Managers, Christina Mables – McLean County Unit School District #5, Mitch Neally – McLean County Athletic Directors, Brian O’Kraski – Regional Office of Education #17, Jason Pascal – Great Plains Laborers’ District Council, Micheal Rhoda – McLean County Agriculture, Megan Schilkoski – The Picklr, Eric Stegemann – Unit Five Education Association, Allyssa Svob – Bloomington School District #87, Dylan Toth – Bloomington Education Association, and Asst. Police Chief Chad Wamsley – City of Bloomington.
Major sponsors for the evening are: Cloud Nine Bridal Boutique, Lamar Advertising, LiUNA Midwest Region, Office Depot, Outback Steakhouse, Parke Regency Hotel, The Pantagraph, Tony Jones Media, and Vrooman Mansion.
All Proceeds will benefit the “Stay 4” Project©; a local initiative designed to address the high school drop-out crisis and help low-income students that demonstrate the ability to succeed, yet are at risk for dropping out.
For more information, go to www.stay4.org or call (309) 828-3406.
In addition to Ms. Ganschow, the 2025 Galaxy of Stars includes: Ashley Brownfield – RE/MAX Rising, Adam Campbell – Heartland Community College, Tom Chiodo – Illinois State University, Ray Crotts - Livingston/McLean Building & Trades, Wesley Donovan – Jason’s Deli, James Gaston – Jazz UpFront, Anthony Grant – McLean County Government, Fire Chief Mick Humer – Town of Normal, Ben Jeffreys – Arthur J. Gallagher: Insurance Risk Managers, Christina Mables – McLean County Unit School District #5, Mitch Neally – McLean County Athletic Directors, Brian O’Kraski – Regional Office of Education #17, Jason Pascal – Great Plains Laborers’ District Council, Micheal Rhoda – McLean County Agriculture, Megan Schilkoski – The Picklr, Eric Stegemann – Unit Five Education Association, Allyssa Svob – Bloomington School District #87, Dylan Toth – Bloomington Education Association, and Asst. Police Chief Chad Wamsley – City of Bloomington.
Major sponsors for the evening are: Cloud Nine Bridal Boutique, Lamar Advertising, LiUNA Midwest Region, Office Depot, Outback Steakhouse, Parke Regency Hotel, The Pantagraph, Tony Jones Media, and Vrooman Mansion.
All Proceeds will benefit the “Stay 4” Project©; a local initiative designed to address the high school drop-out crisis and help low-income students that demonstrate the ability to succeed, yet are at risk for dropping out.
For more information, go to www.stay4.org or call (309) 828-3406.
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continuing legal EDUCATION
mcba continuing legal EDUCATION
2025
A case review from the bench
Tuesday, July 15
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
CLE Hour of General CLE Credit Pending Approval
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
CLE Hour of General CLE Credit Pending Approval
Retired Judges Donald Bernardi and Charles Feeney have each selected two cases from their time on the bench that present interesting legal issues. These cases are both civil and criminal and include a variety of issues, including legal malpractice and the use of the involuntary intoxication defense in criminal cases.
cle recording opportunities
CLE
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Ends, March 1, 2027
Small Law Office Efficiency - AI
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Ends, March 1, 2027
Small Law Office Efficiency - AI
Presented by: Drew Vaughn
[Up to 1 hour general CLE - Approved]
Please join the McLean County Bar Association in welcoming Mr. Drew Vaughn. He will be teaching about how Artificial Intelligence works, the ethical implications of its use, and practical applications of Artificial Intelligence that you can implement today.
Learning Objectives:
1. Foundations of Artificial Intelligence [A.I.]
2. Ethical Implications of the use of AI
3. Practical AI Application
Learning Objectives:
1. Foundations of Artificial Intelligence [A.I.]
2. Ethical Implications of the use of AI
3. Practical AI Application
CLE
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Ends, August 1, 2026
IRS Taxes Discharged in Bankruptcy
Presented by: Robert Schaller, JD
[Up to 1 hour general CLE - Approved]
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Ends, August 1, 2026
IRS Taxes Discharged in Bankruptcy
Presented by: Robert Schaller, JD
[Up to 1 hour general CLE - Approved]
You can become the client’s hero by eliminating IRS back taxes. Learn how to spot opportunities for IRS tax resolution. The focus of the seminar is how to eliminate IRS back taxes thru bankruptcy. The presentation will discuss Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 basics and the bankruptcy adversary proceeding process.
Learning Objectives:
1. Learn how to spot IRS tax resolution opportunities.
2. Learn how to eliminate IRS back taxes thru bankruptcy.
3. Learn Bankruptcy Code basics: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 and adversary proceedings.
Learning Objectives:
1. Learn how to spot IRS tax resolution opportunities.
2. Learn how to eliminate IRS back taxes thru bankruptcy.
3. Learn Bankruptcy Code basics: Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 and adversary proceedings.
CLE
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Traffic Stops & Motor Vehicles Searches
Presented by: Hon. David Butler (Ret.) & Matthew Butler
[up to 1.5 hours general CLE - Approved]
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Traffic Stops & Motor Vehicles Searches
Presented by: Hon. David Butler (Ret.) & Matthew Butler
[up to 1.5 hours general CLE - Approved]
RECORDING ENDS June 25, 2026
Evidence of a crime is often found by police during the search of a vehicle that was stopped for a traffic violation. Items found during the search may be illegal contraband, such as drugs or weapons, or evidence of another crime. What starts out as a minor traffic violation can turn into a search of the vehicle to investigate evidence of crimes unrelated to the traffic stop. This CLE program presents an examination of the various legal bases for the police to conduct a motor vehicle search and the possible legal challenges to the search. Attorneys who either defend or prosecute criminal cases involving the possession of contraband will be better able to recognize evidentiary issues related to criminal charges arising out of traffic stops and motor vehicle searches.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED ARE:
Lawful basis of traffic stops
“Out of the Car” Drivers and Passengers
Search of Persons in the Vehicle
Search of Vehicles
Probable Cause Searches
Dog Sniffs
Odor of Cannabis
Search Incident to Arrest
Parole Searches
Inventory Searches
Consent Searches
Motions To Suppress Evidence
The cost is $20.00.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED ARE:
Lawful basis of traffic stops
“Out of the Car” Drivers and Passengers
Search of Persons in the Vehicle
Search of Vehicles
Probable Cause Searches
Dog Sniffs
Odor of Cannabis
Search Incident to Arrest
Parole Searches
Inventory Searches
Consent Searches
Motions To Suppress Evidence
The cost is $20.00.
CLE
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CYBER RISK & CYBER LIABILITY INSURANCE
presented by
Scott Dunton & Adam Czerwinski
[up to 1 hour general CLE - Approved]
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
CYBER RISK & CYBER LIABILITY INSURANCE
presented by
Scott Dunton & Adam Czerwinski
[up to 1 hour general CLE - Approved]
RECORDING ENDS February 12, 2026
This CLE will provide a basic understanding of the cyber risks facing law firms and why firms must care. Real-life examples will be shared. Attendees will leave this course with a better understanding on how to mitigate your firm's cyber risk and avoid cyber losses.
Below are comments shared from attendees evaluations...
It was an excellent presentation highlighting pitfalls for the unwary.
With ISBA insurance withdrawing their cybersecurity coverage, I will need to look into other insurance. This presentation assisted in learning areas of inquiry when looking for this kind of insurance.
With ISBA insurance withdrawing their cybersecurity coverage, I will need to look into other insurance. This presentation assisted in learning areas of inquiry when looking for this kind of insurance.
CLE
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Filing & Defending Civil Pre-Trial Motions
presented by
Hon. David Butler, Ret and Thomas McClure, JD
[up to 1.5 hours general CLE - Approved]
Originally Recorded
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Filing & Defending Civil Pre-Trial Motions
presented by
Hon. David Butler, Ret and Thomas McClure, JD
[up to 1.5 hours general CLE - Approved]
RECORDING ENDS August 30, 2025
Many civil lawsuits are won or lost without a trial. This CLE program presents an in-depth examination of pre-trial motion practice. Some critical aspects of pre-trial Motions To Dismiss and Motions For Summary Judgment will be discussed. This program will help attorneys to recognize various legal bases for the dismissal of a civil lawsuit filed against their client. In addition, learn how to respond to Motions To Dismiss and Motions For Summary Judgment.
Topics to be covered are:
Motions To Dismiss Based on the Pleadings (Sec. 2-615 Motions)
Involuntary Dismissals Based on Certain Defects or Defenses (Sec. 2-619 Motions)
Motions For Summary Judgment
Pre-Trail Motions in Small Claims Cases
Topics to be covered are:
Motions To Dismiss Based on the Pleadings (Sec. 2-615 Motions)
Involuntary Dismissals Based on Certain Defects or Defenses (Sec. 2-619 Motions)
Motions For Summary Judgment
Pre-Trail Motions in Small Claims Cases
Below are comments shared from attendees evaluations...
Clearly very knowledgeable & did a great job reviewing these litigation basics.
Thank you for providing so much substantive material.
Both Presenters are knowledgeable, engaging, and good at explaining concepts.
What is one of your take aways? What did you learn today?
* Clearer difference between types of motions
* Best practices for Affidavits
Thank you for providing so much substantive material.
Both Presenters are knowledgeable, engaging, and good at explaining concepts.
What is one of your take aways? What did you learn today?
* Clearer difference between types of motions
* Best practices for Affidavits
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