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september 12, 2022 |
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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 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 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 |
MCBA SCHOLARSHIPIf 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.
Click on the image above to submit an application. swearing-in dON KNAPPNew Circuit Judge
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
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wednesday september 28
3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
open to everyone & free
RECEPTION TO HONOR
JUSTICE HOLDER WHITE & JUSTICE GARMAN
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.”
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.
The Central Illinois Chapter of the
American Civil Liberties Union
presents
American Civil Liberties Union
presents
The Serpent Beguiled Me:
Criminal Justice, Prisons, and the Illusion of Originalism
Criminal Justice, Prisons, and the Illusion of Originalism
Justice James Knecht
Appellate Judge
Fourth District of Illinois
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.
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
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
NEWly formed
criminal law committee
[clc]
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
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
MCLEAN COUNTY NURSING HOME RESIDENT
ADOPTIONS WILL OPEN IN OCTOBER OR NOVEMBER!
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
Tuesday - September 20: Noon - Guardianship
Wednesday - November 2: Noon - Bond Reform Nuts & Bolts
Tuesday - November 15: Noon - Ethics
click on the flyer for registration
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
[Up to 2 Hours General CLE Credit Approved]
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.
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.
“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
Amanda L. Willette, Law Office of Patrick J. O’Rourke
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.
friday breakfast with the bar
join us this friday
8:00 am- 9:00 am
Shannon's Café - Downtown Bloomington
career opportunities
office space available
DOWNTOWN OFFICE BUILDING
FOR SALE OR LEASE
DOWNTOWN - BLOOMINGTON
FOR SALE OR LEASE
DOWNTOWN - 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
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