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MCBA Newsletter                                         september 16, 2019


2019
September Events
9/17/19 (Tues.)
CLE Luncheon

9/20/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

30th Annual Legal Education Seminar - Co-Sponsored with CIPA


9/24/19 (Tues.)
CLE Committee Meeting

9/27/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

YLD-"Happy Hour" at Nightshop
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October Events
10/4/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

10/8/19 (Tues)
BOG Meeting

10/11/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

10/14/19 (Mon.)
Columbus Day-Law & Justice Center Closed
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CLE Box Lunch


10/15/19 (Tues.)
CLE Luncheon

10/18/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

YLD-CLE Meet the Judge


10/25/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

YLD-"Happy Hour" at Nightshop
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10/26/19 (Sat.)
Legal Advice Fair

10/29/19 (Tues.)
CLE Committee Meeting

November Events
11/1/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

11/8/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

11/12/19 (Tues)
BOG Meeting

11/15/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

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Scholarship/Community Relations Committee Meeting

11/19/19 (Tues.)
CLE Luncheon

11/22/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

11/26/19 (Tues.)
CLE Committee Meeting

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11/28/19 (Thurs.)
Thanksgiving Day-Law & Justice Center Closed

11/29/19 (Fri.)
Thanksgiving Break-Law & Justice Center Closed

“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

YLD-"Happy Hour" at Nightshop

December Events
12/6/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

12/10/19 (Tues)
BOG Meeting

12/13/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

12/17/19 (Tues.)
Annual Holiday Luncheon

12/20/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's

12/25/19 (Wed.)
Law & Justice Center Closed
 
12/27/19 (Fri.)
“Breakfast with the Bar” at Scout's​

YLD-"Happy Hour" at Nightshop
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2020
1/1/20 (Wed.)
Law & Justice Center Closed

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​As the years pass by, so do our leaders. Our current MCBA President is Joe Foley (left) who took over for Judge Lawrence (Right). Judge Lawrence followed Gina Wood. Gina followed Ryan Gammelgard. Ryan followed Tim Kelly and so on. Thank you to those who serve whether you hold an office on the Board of Governors or contribute to a committee or give of your time/talent in other ways.
This organization is stronger because of your contributions!

Thank you!


MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Happy Monday, all !

This week, we have our CLE luncheon entitled Pro Bono Boot Camp tomorrow, September 17th. We still have a few seats available if you would like to register for tomorrows event. [Please see the registration LINK below.] If you cannot make it, no worries. We have another opportunity on Friday, September 20. The Central Illinois Paralegal Association is presenting their Legal Education seminar to obtain 5 hours of CLE. Registration is below.
 
This Saturday, September 21st, you have the opportunity to serve Team MCBA to help raise awareness and money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. See the important information below.
 
Thank you to all who completed the survey regarding a proposed evening Holiday celebration. Additional details will be available soon. We have confirmed our MCBA Holiday luncheon at the Bloomington Country Club on Tuesday, December 17. The McLean County Nursing Home residents and staff were so grateful and overwhelmed by the MCBA generosity last year, we are adopting them again this year! As we draw closer, we will supply a link to register.
 
Lastly, you all know that the application process for the annual MCBA scholarship opportunity is ongoing. Law students who are in their second or third year (or equivalent) have this opportunity. Please share this information with qualifying students. Once again, the deadline is October 31st. Please see the application LINK.

Have a great week !
​​Joe Foley



​Please share my story, but please leave it authored anonymous...
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When my daughter was seven weeks old she had a fever and I took her to the local the ER. They tested her blood count and discovered that it had dropped. Upon follow up with the pediatrician later that day, we were sent to St. Jude in Peoria. While in the clinic, my daughter became unresponsive. She would no longer open her eyes. A pediatric emergency response team flooded our exam room and hooked her up to an IV. Dr. Ross immediately admitted my daughter. I held her as they wheeled me in a chair to her room. During this transport, she finally re-opened her blue eyes again, and I could see her looking up at me. Over the next 48 hours, the doctors at St. Jude administered two treatments of a blood transfusion and tested my infant daughter trying to figure out the cause of her symptoms. They administered a spinal tap, a cranial ultrasound, and a myriad of blood tests. At last, they discovered that she had contracted viral meningitis. The blood transfusion took and her blood count came back to an acceptable number. My husband and I stayed at the hospital for three days while friends and family took care of our other child and pets. Today, my daughter is 15 months old and has not had a significant health scare since.                                          St. Jude saved my daughters life!

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St. Jude saved my cousins life!
In 1981, my Aunt and Uncle took my 12 year old cousin to our local small town Doctor Oyer. He recognized her symptoms and they packed a bag to drive to Tennessee. St. Jude Children's Hospital diagnosed her with stage 4 Hodgkin Lymphoma. She went through the treatments and continues to help give feed back with her 'graduation class.' She is a mom of four with the last two being twins!! 

keg Grove brewery 

to offer Free Beer to Team participants after the run/walk!


​team - mcba

Team MCBA Registration
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On Saturday, September 21, there is a local fund raiser for the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Michael Butts, a local MCBA member, has initiated the TEAM-MCBA. He is listed as captain. There is a $10.00 donation participate in the walk/run. To join the team, please click on the Registration button above. There is an after party at Keg Grove Brewery. ​For more information on St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, please click on the logo above.
Your Experience
​Please click on the button below to the left if you would like to share your experience on how St. Jude has touched your friends and/or family. 

still room to come!

tuesday - september 17
CLE LUNCHEON & more

pro bono boot camp
[​Up to 3 hours of general CLE credit [approved]

The McLean County Bar Association cordially invites you to attend a three hour 'boot camp' which will address three areas of Pro Bono service. The first hour will be the tradition CLE luncheon with the topic of 'A Rapid Primer on Family Law Practice for ProBono Attorneys.' The second hour will address Veterans issues. The third hour is entitled 'Basics of Family-Based Immigration Law.' More information will be available soon. You are welcome to attend all or one session of your choice.
Registration

mcba scholarship

​If you know any second or third year law students, please inform them about the 2019 MCBA Community Service Scholarship. The scholarship application link can be found below. The scholarship has been increased to $2,500. The 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, 2019.
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Click on the image above to submit an application.

MCBA SCHOLARSHIP recipients

Where are they now?
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​2011
recipient

emily petri

More About Emily Here

Attorneys on the move...updated


Amelia S. Buragas has joined Bolen, Robinson & Ellis, LLP as a partner. Amelia will practice out of the firm's Bloomington office, which is located at 308 East Washington Street, Suite B. She also will continue to be of counsel with Dorris Law Firm, P.C.

As of September 11, Mr. Michael Herzog has moved to the Cook County PD. His last day in McLean County was September 11.

Ms. Rachael Moore Perry has moved to Pioletti, Pioletti & Nichols. Her new address is: 121 N. Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701.

Mr. John Yoder has moved to a new office location. His new address is: 108 W. Monroe Street, Bloomington, IL 61701.

Mr. James Bass has moved to a new office location this week. His new address is: 407 West Front Street, Bloomington, IL 61701. It is located between the Brucker Law Office and the Schwulst and Roseberry Law Office. [Mr. Bass suggests his office is a rose between two thorns!]

The Chicago Title Company will reopen in its new location on Friday, September 20. Offices will be closed on Tuesday, September 17. There will be limited availability on Wednesday & Thursday, September 18 & 19. The new location information is: 201 North Prospect Road, Ste 1, Bloomington, IL 61704.   Phone numbers: MAIN - 309.828.5097 & FAX - 309.828.3249 FAX

former local court reporter
​in the news...

article here

isaiah roberts


young lawyer division (yld)

Upcoming Activities
​Thursday, September 26 - noon-1.oo pm YLD Committee Meeting
​Friday, September 27 from 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm Happy Hour at Nightshop

[The YLD Monthly Happy Hour is held on the last Friday of each month.]
All are welcome to attend.

​mcba t-shirt sale

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Click on the MCBA logo above for more details.

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friday, september 20

CIPA is proud to announce the
30th annual Legal Education Seminar.
This Event Includes Continuing Legal Education for Attorneys.

Five hours of general CLE including
1 hour mental health professional responsibility [approved]
registration
Program Information
Registration is coordinated through CIPA at the link above. 

monday - octoBER 14
CLE LUNCHEON

expungements
1 HOUR OF GENERAL CLE CREDIT [APPROVAL PENDING]

The McLean County Bar Association cordially invites you to attend an hour luncheon which will address expungement. This luncheon will be located on the fifth floor of the Law and Justice Center on Monday, October 14 (Columbus Day.) More details will be available by the middle of September and registration will open at that time.

The  Central Illinois Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union presents
Free Speech and Free Press in the Trump Era
The traditional roles of a free press in our democracy,
historic efforts to undermine a free press,
and our President's charge that
the press is the enemy of the people
Donald Craven First Amendment Attorney, Springfield, Illinois
 
When?  Wednesday, October 2, 2019 - 7:00 p.m.
Where?  Normal Public Library - Community Room - 206 W College Avenue
More Information Here

2019 BLOOMINGTON CANNON ESTATE PLANNING
TELECONFERENCE SERIES PROGRAM
​HOSTED BY PNC WEALTH MANAGEMENT


Date:              Thursday, October 3
Topic:             Contemporary Uses for Life Insurance in Estate Planning

Date:              Thursday, October 31
Topic:             Unmaking Messes

Date:              Thursday, November 14
Topic:             Estate Planning for Professionals

Date:              Thursday, December 19
Topic:             Client or Non-Client?

Please RSVP with the list of names and email addresses of those who will be attending to Peggy Barnes at Margaret.Barnes@pnc.com
Time:             11:30am - 12:30pm.
Location:        PNC Bank
                       202 E Washington St - Wealth Management Conference Room
                       Bloomington, IL 61701
There is not a cost for the seminar or lunch except we request you stay for a brief presentation by Wealth Management. The entire program will conclude by 1:00 p.m. Earn 1.5 hours of Continuing Legal Education Credit for Illinois and other states. Continuing Education Credit also given for CPA, CTFA, CFP, CLU, ChFC.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES


​STATE FARM INSURANCE ​

seeks
information
Posted Sept. 9 - End Date Sept 30

​​COUNSEL POSITION


thomson & weintraub llc

​​​seeks
information
Posted: Sept. 2 - End Date Sept 30


​ATTORNEY


brady, connolly & masuda PC

​​​seeks
information
Posted: Sept. 2 - End Date Sept 30

worker's comp defense attorney


ROBERT VARNEY & ASSOCIATES

seeks
information
Posted: Sept. 2 - End Date Sept 30

associate attorney



bar committee activities

Continuing Legal Education Committee Meeting - September 24 12:00 noon ​
​Criminal Law Committee Meeting - September 24 12:00 noon ​​

​​​​Board of Governor's Committee Meeting - October 8 12:00 noon
GAL Committee Meeting - October 23 12:00 noon

Scholarship Committee Meeting - November 15 12:00 noon 
​​​Board of Governor's Committee Meeting - November 12 12:00 noon

save the dates

october 15 -cle luncheon
october 18 -yld cle - meet the judge
november 19-cle luncheon-the underwood             
​                                  committee - An opioid update

december 17 -annual holiday luncheon
2020
january 21 -state of the circuit
october 2020 -gal conference


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MCBA Breakfast with the Bar
Remember to have “Breakfast with the Bar” every Friday morning between 8:00 am and 9:00 am. It’s a great way to meet and talk with your fellow attorneys in an informal setting. Stay for 10 minutes and have a cup of coffee or stay for an hour and have a full breakfast before court. Grab an associate, partner or friend and come.      See you Friday!


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

​Find a Lawyer Disclaimer:
The intention of the MCBA"Find a Lawyer"search is only to refer members of the public requiring legal services to members of the MCBA who have indicated that they wish to receive referrals in a particular area of the law.

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