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​​​MCBA NEWSLETTER

​​​​​ ​​september 12, 2022



2022
September Events
9/16/2022 (Fri.)
Breakfast with the Bar

9/16/2022 (Fri.)
CLE - Legal Ed Seminar

9/16/2022 (Fri.)
Don Knapp Swearing-IN 


9/20/2022 (Tues.)
CLE Event

9/23/2022 (Fri.)
Breakfast with the Bar

9/24/2022 (Sat.)
Family Bar Event

9/28/2022 (Wed.)
Criminal Law Committee Meeting

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9/28/2022 (Wed.)
Justice Reception

9/30/2022 (Fri.)
Breakfast with the Bar

October Events
10/5/2022 (Wed.)
Reception 

​10/14/2022 (Fri.)
ADR Committee Meeting

10/26/2022 (Wed.)
Bench/Bar Listening Session

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10/27/2022 (Thurs.)
Criminal Law Committee Meeting

November Events
11/2/2022 (Wed.)
CLE - Noon

11/30/2022 (Wed.)
Criminal Law Committee Meeting

​December Events
​12/9/2022 (Fri.)
ADR Committee Meeting

2023
January Events

1/4/2022 (Wed.)
Criminal Law Committee Meeting

the 2021 safe-t act 
information sources

Pretrial Fairness Act (PFA) - AOIC updates from Judge Costigan
ICJIA - Roles & Responsibilities - from attorney Brendan Bukalski

MCBA SCHOLARSHIP

If you know of any L2 or L3 law students, please inform them about the 2022 MCBA Community Service Scholarship. The $2,500 scholarship is open to second or third year law students with strong ties to McLean County, Bloomington-Normal, or its surrounding communities. Prime candidates will express and demonstrate a commitment to legal aid work, pro bono activities, or community service. The application deadline is October 31, 2022. Please see the link to the scholarship application below.
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Click on the image above to submit an application.

CLE

32nd Annual
Legal Educational Seminar
Central Illinois Paralegal Association (CIPA)


Friday, September 16, 2022
At the Doubletree Hotel – Bloomington, IL
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up to 5 cle hours including 1 hour pr-ethics

[This CLE Program is Pending MCLE Approval.]
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Registration

swearing-in     dON KNAPP

New Circuit Judge
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Friday, September 16, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. in Bloomington.
[He will not be having a Law & Justice Center reception after the swearing-in.]

CLE
tuesday - SEPTEMBER 20 - NOON

second presbyterian church
​Disabled Adults: Guardianship Cases from Start to Finish

[1 Hour General CLE Approved]
Please join the McLean County Bar Association in welcoming three of our own local professionals. Judge Rebecca Foley, Nargis Khokhar-JD and Robert Porter-JD will present a CLE that will address disabled adult guardianship cases from start to finish, including: an overview of the Probate Act, the petitioning process, the Guardian ad Litem investigation, courtroom procedures and post-hearing requirements. 
Registration

Volunteer Opportunity

​October 4, 5, & 6 from 3:30-6 p.m.

Attorneys needed to review unsigned leases for ISU students looking to move to off-campus rentals. 

Information

Family Law Practitioners! 

Brucker Law is hosting
Family Bar Cookout & Bonfire
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at the Brucker Family Homestead 
September 24, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. 

*Who: The entire McLean County Family Bar, especially you.
*What: A chance to get together with your family bar colleagues
     free from zoom hearings and litigation.
*When: September 24, 2022 starting at 4:00 p.m.
*Where: 16577 N. 800 East Road, Bloomington IL
     The Brucker Family Autonomous Zone.


Weather Permitting
​Give us a call if you have any questions.
Please RSVP by September 21
by emailing info@BruckerLaw.com



Hope to see you there!

wednesday september 28
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
open to everyone & free
RECEPTION TO HONOR
JUSTICE HOLDER WHITE & JUSTICE GARMAN

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Reception Information

Interesting information & tidbits about the guests of honor

new addition!

“I hope to leave a legacy of kindness, of integrity,” Justice Garman said in the interview. “And if I’ve maybe made the road or door a little wider open for people who are qualified to be considered for very important positions, I hope it’s known that I worked hard, did my best, and that I gave it my all.”  ​
Interview with Justice Garman - A Career to Remember
Justice Rita B. Garman: Blazing a Trail for Women in Law
Justice Lisa Holder White Swearing In Service

CLE
wednesday - november 2 - NOON
a hybrid event

bond reform nuts & bolts

[1 Hour General CLE Pending Approval]
​Bond reform, commonly known as the “Pre-Trial Fairness Act” or the “Safe T Act,” will take effect in 2023. The Act completely overhauls our system from arrest to pre-trial procedure. Its impact will be felt by everyone involved in our criminal courts: those accused, police, clerks, jails, prosecutors and defense attorneys. Understandably, there are lots of questions about it. This CLE will help answer many questions about the Act, and will inform attendees of its content, implementation, and discuss possible issues and/or concerns.
Registration will open in October

Law Day 2023
“Cornerstones of Democracy: Civics, Civility, and Collaboration.”


​WE INVITE ALL THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES TO JOIN US IN REBUILDING TRUST IN OUR INSTITUTIONS, RESPECT FOR ONE ANOTHER, AND OUR WILLINGNESS TO COLLABORATE TO ADDRESS THE CHALLENGES THAT FACE OUR NATION.
More Information

corporate law intership
summer 2023

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More Information

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The Central Illinois Chapter of the
American Civil Liberties Union
presents
The Serpent Beguiled Me: 
Criminal Justice, Prisons, and the Illusion of Originalism
Justice James Knecht
Appellate Judge
Fourth District of Illinois
 
Justice Knecht’s remarks will cover the deficits of the criminal justice system in dealing with mental health, race and economics; the overreliance on inadequate prisons and lengthy sentences; and the hypocrisy of originalism.
 
Judge Knecht is a Justice of the 4th District Appellate Court and has been a judge 47 years. He was an adjunct Professor at Illinois State for 27 years. He has a wealth of service and experience on local, state, and national boards on subjects of family violence, judicial education, and appellate practice, and has won numerous local and state awards for service.
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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
7:00 p.m.
ISU Alumni Center
1101 N Main St, Normal

 
To zoom the program, register using this link
Registrants will receive the Zoom link in the week preceding the program

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NEWly formed
criminal law committee
​[clc]
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Scheduled Meetings - ​Wednesdays
September 28 at 8:15 a.m.
October 27 at Noon
November 30 at 8:15 a.m.
January 4, 2023, at Noon

be a part of the conversation


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MCLEAN COUNTY NURSING HOME RESIDENT
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ADOPTIONS WILL OPEN IN OCTOBER OR NOVEMBER! 
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upcoming cle events

Friday - September 16: All Day - CIPA Educational Conference
Tuesday - September 20: Noon - Guardianship
​Wednesday - November 2: Noon - Bond Reform Nuts & Bolts
​Tuesday - November 15: Noon - Ethics

click on the flyer for registration

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recorded cle opportunities



"Abuse and Stalking and Assault, Oh My!":
Seeking or Defending against OPs and Other Protective Orders 


​ORIGINALLY POSTED - March 15

RECORDING ENDS - SEPTEMBER 30
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​[Up to 2 Hours General CLE Credit Approved]
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Please join the McLean County Bar Association in welcoming two of our own local Judges! Hon. David W. Butler (Ret.) and Hon. Scott Kording put together an update on Orders of Protections. Learn the purposes and differences of the four most common personal protective orders, including Orders of Protection (OPs), Stalking No Contact Orders (SNCOs), Civil No Contact Orders (CNCOs), and Criminal Protective Orders (CPOs); who can be protected by the orders; the procedures for the filing and hearing of Petitions for these orders, including how emergency orders (EOPs, ESNCOs, and ECNCOs) are handled; the protective-order remedies available to victims of abuse/stalking/assault; plus some advanced practice tips that should help both the “newbie” and the “old pro” attorneys alike.
Material Reference Page
Recording Registration


The Pantagraph's 2022
'20 Under 40'
Honorees

​2 LOCAL ATTORNEYS!

In early July, Pantagraph Media began taking nominations for its annual "20 under 40" program, which recognizes young professionals who excel in their career, are passionate about their community and are making a mark in Central Illinois. Almost 50 nominations were received, reflecting a cross-section of our area’s developing talent.
“This year’s class represents a diverse group of impressive men and women who come from varied backgrounds and are employed in a variety of workplaces, but have a singular commitment to making our community a better place to live,” said Jonell Kehias, Pantagraph marketing director. “We are proud to showcase these young leaders.”
Profiles of the honorees will be published in the October issue of Limited magazine and they will be honored at the McLean County Chamber of Commerce Leaders of Distinction Award Ceremony, along with the naming of the ATHENA Leadership award winner.
The Leaders of Distinction Award Ceremony will be held on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Epiphany Farms Estate, 23676 E. 800 North Rd, Downs. Tickets are $50 and include entry to the cocktail reception with heavy hors d’oeuvres and a hosted bar.
Read the rest of the article at this LINK.

​Taylor Williams, McLean County
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​Amanda L. Willette, Law Office of Patrick J. O’Rourke
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CONGRATULATIONS!

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. 
New to My Office!

​friday breakfast with the bar
join us this friday

8:00 am- 9:00 am

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Shannon's Café - Downtown Bloomington
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BLOOMINGTON CANNON ESTATE PLANNING
TELECONFERENCE SERIES PROGRAM
​HOSTED BY PNC WEALTH MANAGEMENT

2022 Schedule
Please contact​ Jennifer.julius@pnc.com if interested in attending.
If you have questions please call Jennifer at 309.655.5484

career opportunities


illinois state university

Information
Remove - October 7

asst. professor of legal studies


Kraft, Wood, & Kelly, LLC​

Details
Posted - September 12

legal assistant​


IL supreme court commission on profressionalism​ 

Information
Posted - August 30

diversity equity & inclusion (dei) manager


state farm insurance company's

Information
Posted - August 29

in-house privacy & Information security counsel


Jay d. reece, pc

Details
Posted - August 15

legal assistant


robert t. varney & associates​

Information
Posted - August 15

associate 
​attorney
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office space available


ILLINOIS HOUSE BUILDING

Seven (7) single room offices and common conference room under construction.
Both ideal for a sole practitioner and assistant.
Call or text 309-531-0445  

Call or text 309-531-0445
updated August 2022

DOWNTOWN LAW OFFICE BUILDING
​FOR SALE

UPDATED July 2022 - 105 N. Center Street - Bloomington

DOWNTOWN OFFICE BUILDING
​FOR SALE OR LEASE

DOWNTOWN - ​BLOOMINGTON
210 S. East Street - Bloomington

bar committee activities

2022
​​​​​CLE Committee Meeting - September 27 noon
​​​Criminal Law Committee [CLC] Meeting - September 28 8.15 am

​​​BOG Meeting - October 11 noon
Alternative Dispute Resolution Committee [ADR] Meeting - October 14 noon

Executive Committee 
President                            
​Kathleen Kraft

2nd VP
Judge Pablo Eves

Secretary
Nargis Khokhar
1st VP
​Nathan B. Hinch

Immediate Past President
Julia Davis

Treasurer
Calli Farrell
Disclaimer:
The McLean County Bar Association (MCBA) presents the information on this web site as an information service to our members and other Internet users. While the information on this site is about legal issues, it is not legal advice. The information is not intended to create, and receipt of the information does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Those using this information should not act upon this information without seeking professional legal counsel.
Board of Governors
John L. Pratt
Brendan Bukalski
Michael Butts
​Dean Davis


Administrative Assistant
Mary Sellmyer

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