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Showing posts with label Illinois. Show all posts

Saturday, August 1, 2026

August 6: Restrictive Covenants and Trade Secret Misappropriation in the Health Care Industry

Title:
Restrictive Covenants and Trade Secret Misappropriation in the Health Care Industry

Description:
Cozen O’Connor invites you to attend a weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, August 6, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas; Approval Available in New Jersey through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • James A. Gale is Co‑Chair of Intellectual Property Litigation at Cozen O’Connor. He advises health care organizations on restrictive covenant enforcement, trade secret protection, and litigation strategies involving competitive risk and proprietary information.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.


Upcoming Sessions in This Series:

August 13: Hiring Foreign Nationals and Retail Leasing in Health Care & Life Sciences

Title:
Hiring Foreign Nationals and Retail Leasing in Health Care & Life Sciences

Description:
Cozen O’Connor invites you to attend a weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, August 13, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas; Approval Available in New Jersey through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Kelli Natrin is Associate at Cozen O’Connor. She advises employers on immigration compliance, hiring foreign nationals, and navigating federal vetting and visa‑processing requirements.
  • Elizabeth A. Olivera is Associate at Cozen O’Connor. She counsels organizations on employment‑based immigration strategy, regulatory obligations, and workforce planning involving foreign national talent.
  • Matthew I. Weinstein is Associate at Cozen O’Connor. He focuses on retail leasing considerations for health care and life sciences property managers, including regulatory constraints, operational requirements, and risk management in specialized facilities.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Upcoming Sessions in This Series:

August 20: AI Is Creating Data Faster Than Organizations Can Manage It: Discovery, Litigation, and Governance Lessons for Legal Leaders

Title:
AI Is Creating Data Faster Than Organizations Can Manage It: Discovery, Litigation, and Governance Lessons for Legal Leaders

Description:
Cozen O’Connor invites you to attend a weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, August 20, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas; Approval Available in New Jersey through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Nicole Marie Gill is Chair of CODISCOVR. She advises legal leaders on discovery strategy, information governance, and risk management in environments where AI‑generated data is expanding rapidly.
  • Nicholas Berenato is Associate Attorney & Information Governance Principal at CODISCOVR. He focuses on litigation readiness, data lifecycle management, and governance frameworks for organizations adapting to accelerated AI‑driven data creation.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Upcoming Sessions in This Series:

September 10: Winning Payor Contracting Strategies for Providers

Title:
Winning Payor Contracting Strategies for Providers

Description:
The is the finale of Cozen O’Connor's weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, September 10, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in CLE is approved in PA, NY, CA, TX, IL, and NV and available in NJ through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Christopher Raphaely is Member of Cozen O’Connor. He provides strategic guidance to health care providers on payor contracting, reimbursement structures, and negotiation strategies.
  • Luisa Contreiras is President of CorroHealth. She advises providers on optimizing payor relationships, contract performance, and financial outcomes in complex health care markets.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

High Performance Without Burnout: Practical Well-Being Strategies for Lawyers [On Demand]


Description:
Today's legal workforce is stretched thin. The cost of chronic stress and burnout shows up in productivity, retention, engagement, client service, and overall firm performance.

In a profession built on precision, judgment, and sustained intellectual output, diminished well-being carries professional consequences. This program explores how burnout and disengagement develop within high-demand legal environments and how lawyer behavior — particularly among those in leadership roles — directly shapes morale, psychological safety, and performance outcomes.

Participants will examine why boundaries, resilience, and self-leadership are not personal luxuries, but business and professional imperatives.

Attendees will leave with practical strategies to embed sustainable performance practices into daily legal work, helping lawyers and legal teams perform at a high level without eroding long-term effectiveness.

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify the drivers of burnout and disengagement in legal practice.
  • Understand why boundaries, resilience, and self-leadership are professional imperatives.
  • Evaluate the impact of leadership behavior on legal teams.
  • Develop strategies to embed sustainable performance practices.
  • Analyze the business case for investing in lawyer well-being.
Speakers:
  • Erin Clifford, Managing Director, Clifford Law Offices; Founder, Erin Clifford Wellness; Best Selling Author, *Wellness Reimagined: A Holistic Approach to Health, Happiness, and Harmony*.
Credit:
  • Illinois: This program has been approved by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism for 1.00 hours of professional responsibility credit in mental health/substance abuse.
  • Other Jurisdictions: You may check with your credit-granting authority to see how to apply for credits.
By:
Clifford Law Offices

August 27: Navigating U.S. Medical Device Reimbursement

Title:
Navigating U.S. Medical Device Reimbursement

Description:
Cozen O’Connor invites you to attend a weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Navigating U.S. Medical Device Reimbursement – Christopher Raphaely and Danielle Sapega.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, August 27, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas; Approval Available in New Jersey through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Christopher Raphaely is Member of Cozen O’Connor. He advises health care innovators and providers on reimbursement strategy, payor relationships, and regulatory considerations affecting medical device commercialization.
  • Danielle Sapega is Member of Cozen O’Connor. She focuses on regulatory compliance, reimbursement pathways, and legal risk management for medical device companies navigating U.S. health care markets.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.


Upcoming Sessions in This Series:

September 3: FDA Medical Device and Commercialization Strategies for Health Care Innovators

Title:
FDA Medical Device and Commercialization Strategies for Health Care Innovators
Health Care & Life Sciences Outlook: A Weekly Briefing

Description:
Cozen O’Connor invites you to attend a weekly webinar series exploring key issues impacting the health care and life sciences sector. Join us for an engaging series that will provide practical guidance and timely insights to help health care and life sciences companies stay ahead of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and industry trends.
This week's program provides an overview of regulatory pathways, commercialization considerations, and strategic planning for innovators developing medical devices in the health care sector.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, September 3, 2026
1 PM ET | 12 PM CT | 11 AM MT | 10 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour approved in PA, NY, CA, TX, IL, and NV and available in NJ through reciprocity. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • John Shire is Co-Chair of Health Care & Life Sciences at Cozen O’Connor. He advises innovators and health care organizations on regulatory strategy, commercialization pathways, and compliance considerations for medical device development.
  • Aselle Kurmanova is Member of Cozen O’Connor. She counsels clients on FDA regulatory requirements, product development strategy, and market entry planning for emerging medical technologies.
  • Danielle E. Sapega is Member of Cozen O’Connor. She focuses on regulatory compliance, commercialization strategy, and legal risk management for medical device innovators and health care companies.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.


Upcoming Sessions in This Series:

Sunday, July 19, 2026

August 19: Premises Liability, Coast to Gulf: a California–Texas Dialogue on Time & Notice, Contractors, Immunity, and Assumption of Risk

Title:
Premises Liability, Coast to Gulf: a California–Texas Dialogue on Time & Notice, Contractors, Immunity, and Assumption of Risk

Description:
Join Steven Moreno and Evan Schweitzer for a comparative analysis of California and Texas premises liability law, highlighting how similar factual scenarios can lead to significantly different outcomes depending on the jurisdiction.

Through a practical, claims-focused discussion, they will explore key issues including premises duties and entrant classifications, actual versus constructive notice, slip-and-fall claims, independent contractor liability, governmental immunity, recreational-use statutes, and assumption-of-risk defenses.

The presentation will also review recent significant decisions shaping premises liability claims, including H-E-B, L.P. v. Peterson and JMI Contractors, LLC v. Medellin in Texas, as well as California cases such as Ortega v. Kmart and the Privette line of cases.

Webinar Date+Time:
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET | 10:30–11:30 AM CT | 9:30–10:30 AM MT | 8:30–9:30 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas; Approval Pending: Minnesota. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Steven Moreno is Member of Cozen O’Connor.  
  • Evan Schweitzer is Member of Cozen O’Connor.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

July 22: Offers of Judgment: Benefits, Pitfalls, Responses, and Court Application

Title:
Offers of Judgment: Benefits, Pitfalls, Responses, and Court Application

Description:
This webinar will explore the important consequences and effects of CCP § 998 Offers to Compromise, highlighting their role as strategic litigation tools that foster early case settlements, but present significant risks to unwary recipients.

The presentation will go beyond basic statutory requirements, to examine how courts interpret and apply § 998 offers.

The presenters will also address the heightened scrutiny that courts apply regarding the validity, good faith, and the strategic timing of offers.

Webinar Date+Time:
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET | 10:30–11:30 AM CT | 9:30–10:30 AM MT | 8:30–9:30 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois, Nevada, and California; Approval Pending: Minnesota. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:
  • Kelsey Maxwell is Member of Cozen O’Connor. 
  • David A. Shimkin is Member of Cozen O’Connor.  
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

July 14: The Evolving Landscape of Third-Party Liability in Sexual Abuse & Trafficking Litigation

Title:
The Evolving Landscape of Third-Party Liability in Sexual Abuse & Trafficking Litigation
Date And Time:
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–Noon MT | 10–11 AM PT
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:
  • Meredith Drukker Stratigopoulos, Esq., Guerra LLP.
  • JoDee Neil, Esq., Neil Now Legal, PLLC.
CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (pending). You may be able to self-apply in other states.
By:
Perrin Conferences.

Sunday, July 12, 2026

August 12: Review of Significant D&O Cases for the First Half of 2026

Title:
Review of Significant D&O Cases for the First Half of 2026

Description:
Are your D&O risk and claims strategies keeping up with the latest courtroom battlegrounds?

Join Gary Glassman and Rafael Rivera as they examine significant D&O coverage decisions of 2026 so far, and discuss exactly how they shape your current exposures.

The presentation will also highlight key takeaways from these significant cases to assist in the handling of D&O insurance claims.

Webinar Date+Time:
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET | 10:30–11:30 AM CT | 9:30–10:30 AM MT | 8:30–9:30 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania and Texas; Approval Pending: Minnesota. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.
Speakers:
  • Gary L. Gassman is Member of Cozen O’Connor and serves as Co-Vice Chair of the Global Insurance Department and Co-Chair of Professional Liability Insurance Coverage. He will review significant D&O coverage decisions from the first half of 2026 and discuss their implications for current exposures and claims handling.
  • Rafael Rivera, Jr. is Member of Cozen O’Connor and Co-Chair of Professional Liability Insurance Coverage. He will examine key D&O cases from 2026 so far and highlight practical takeaways for managing D&O insurance claims.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Friday, June 19, 2026

August 19: Finding Coverage for Legacy Environmental Claims

Description:
Environmental claims involving PFAS, solvents, landfills, manufacturing operations, and other legacy contamination frequently implicate insurance policies issued decades ago. 
This session will examine the practical challenges of identifying historical insurance coverage and leveraging legacy insurance assets to help fund environmental investigation, defense, and remediation efforts.
Title:
Finding Coverage for Legacy Environmental Claims
Date And Time:
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–Noon MT | 10–11 AM PT
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:
  • Kristen Drake, President, PolicyFind.
  • Rebecca Du Boff, Executive Claims Specialist, Environmental Claims.
  • Edward (Ned) B. Witte, Esq., Partner, Witte Davis Law LLP.
CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (pending). You may be able to self-apply in other states.
By:
Perrin Conferences.

Thursday, June 18, 2026

June 18: Virtual Pro Bono CLE Series: AI Tools and Technology for Legal Aid and Pro Bono

Description:
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping the legal technology landscape, with new tools and platforms making significant claims about their potential to improve legal practice. For those working in legal aid and pro bono, these developments raise important questions about which tools are truly useful, how they can be implemented effectively, and what ethical obligations apply.
This program will explore the potential uses of AI in legal aid and pro bono, practical considerations for implementing AI tools, key legal ethics issues implicated by AI use, and how legal professionals can build the knowledge and skills needed to use AI responsibly and effectively in their work.
This program is also being offered as part of PILI’s Summer Educational Series for our Law Student Interns and Graduate Fellows.
Date And Time:
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Noon–1 PM ET | 11 AM–Noon CT | 10–11 AM MT | 9–10 AM PT
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Lisa Colpoys, Senior Consultant, AI Initiative, Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois.
Credit:
Attendees will receive 1.0 hour of Illinois MCLE Professional Responsibility Credit subject to approval. Advance registration is required.
You may be able to self-apply in other states.
Cost + Commitment:
These Virtual Pro Bono CLE Series programs are free, but advance registration is required, and we ask that you do at least one of the following over the next 12 months:
  • Answer two Illinois Free Legal Answers questions for every hour of CLE Credit.
  • Sign up for one shift at a Self-Represented Litigant Help Desk (Third, Sixth & Tenth Circuits).
  • Take one pro bono case through PILI with the Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network or Conflict of Interest Referral Panel.
  • Take one pro bono case through Land of Lincoln, Prairie State or other local legal aid organization.

Monday, June 15, 2026

July 15: A Quarter for Your Thoughts: New York Employment Law Q2 2026 Developments and Trends

Title:
A Quarter for Your Thoughts: New York Employment Law Q2 2026 Developments and Trends

Description:
Join Michael Schmidt, Janice Sued Agresti, and Jamie Ansorge as they host the latest installment in this quarterly webinar series.

In this webinar, Mike, Janice, and Jamie will discuss the most recent employment law developments attorneys need to be aware of, as well as what’s coming next in terms of legislation and proposed bills that employers should be watching.

Webinar Date+Time:
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–Noon MT | 10–11 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Credit:
1 credit hour in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois, Nevada, and California; Approval Pending: Minnesota. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.
Speakers:
  • Michael C. Schmidt is Vice Chair, Labor & Employment Department. He will lead discussion on recent New York employment law developments and upcoming legislative trends.
  • Janice Sued Agresti is Member of Cozen O’Connor. She will provide analysis of key regulatory updates and employer compliance considerations.
  • James L. Ansorge is Senior Principal, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies. He will address political and policy developments affecting New York employers.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Friday, June 12, 2026

August 12: New York’s AVOID Act: Practical Implications and Defense Strategies

Description:
Join us for this complementary CLE webinar on August 12, 2026 from 2:00-3:00 PM ET.
Title:
New York’s AVOID Act: Practical Implications and Defense Strategies
Date And Time:
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
2–3 PM ET | 1–2 PM CT | 12–1 PM MT | 11 AM–Noon PT
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:
  • Justin Waytowich, Esq., Segal McCambridge.
  • Additional Speaker Coming Soon.

CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (pending). You may be able to self-apply in other states.
By:
Perrin Conferences.

Thursday, June 11, 2026

June 11: AI and Legal Ethics: Judicial Scrutiny, Professional Judgment, and Career Impact

Description:
AI is rapidly transforming legal practice, and courts are beginning to scrutinize how attorneys use these tools. This program examines the ethical implications of AI in litigation, including professional judgment, disclosure obligations, and the risks of overreliance on automated systems.

Panelists will discuss recent judicial responses to AI‑generated filings, the evolving expectations for attorney oversight, and how AI may reshape legal careers. The session is designed for litigators, in‑house counsel, and claims professionals navigating the intersection of technology, ethics, and professional responsibility.

Title:
AI and Legal Ethics: Judicial Scrutiny, Professional Judgment, and Career Impact

Date And Time:
Thursday, June 11, 2026
1–2:30 PM ET | Noon–1:30 PM CT | 11 AM–12:30 PM MT | 10–11:30 AM PT

Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speakers:
  • Moderator: Jennifer Hightower, Esq., The Cook Group, New York, NY.
  • Lakeshia Ekegigwe, Founder & CEO, Leader Thinking Global, Dallas, TX.
  • Hon. Senior Judge Phil Gilbert, United States District Court, Southern District of Illinois.
  • Kevin Hannemann, Esq., The Cook Group, New York, NY.
  • John Storino, Esq., Jenner & Block LLP, Chicago, IL.
CLE Credit:
Complimentary registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
You may be able to self-apply in other states.

By:
Perrin Conferences.

Friday, June 5, 2026

June 10: Identifying Maritime Claims: Vessels, Passengers, Seamen & the Statutes that Govern Them

Title:
Identifying Maritime Claims: Vessels, Passengers, Seamen & the Statutes that Govern Them

Description:
This webinar will provide a practical framework for identifying often-overlooked maritime personal injury claims at intake, and explain how early recognition can impact exposure, reserves, venue, and defense strategy.

Through a real-world case study, the presenters will highlight the costs of missing a maritime issue and outline the three primary types of claims most commonly encountered.

The session will also cover key U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their application in federal courts, and share practical tips for spotting claims early, asking the right intake questions, and properly reserving and investigating maritime exposures.

Webinar Date+Time:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET | 10:30–11:30 AM CT | 9:30–10:30 AM MT | 8:30–9:30 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Credit:
1 credit hour in New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois, Nevada, and California; Approval Pending: Minnesota. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.
Speakers:
  • Christopher Tramonte is a Member of Cozen O’Connor.  
  • Nicole Connors is a Member of Cozen O’Connor. 
  • Evan Schweitzer is a Cozen O’Connor Associate. He will cover key U.S. Supreme Court decisions, their application in federal courts, and practical guidance for spotting claims early, asking effective intake questions, and properly reserving and investigating maritime exposures.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

Monday, June 1, 2026

June 3: Vicarious Trauma in Pro Bono Work

PILI Logo Vicarious Trauma in Pro Bono Work
PILI Virtual Pro Bono CLE Series
Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT.
Register Now!

Those working in legal aid and pro bono are often tasked with processing the intense pain, trauma, and challenges facing their clients. Despite available resources, many legal professionals lack adequate support for managing the vicarious trauma that can arise from this work. This program will explore the nature of vicarious trauma and provide strategies for addressing its impact within the legal field.

Credit:
Attendees will receive 1.0 hour of Illinois MCLE Mental Health & Substance Abuse Credit, subject to approval. Advance registration is required.
Cost + Commitment:
These Virtual Pro Bono CLE Series programs are free, but advance registration is required, and we ask that you do at least one of the following over the next 12 months:
  • Answer two Illinois Free Legal Answers questions for every hour of CLE credit.
  • Sign up for one shift at a Self-Represented Litigant Help Desk (Third, Sixth & Tenth Circuits).
  • Take one pro bono case through PILI with the Illinois Armed Forces Legal Aid Network or Conflict of Interest Referral Panel.
  • Take one pro bono case through Land of Lincoln, Prairie State, or another local legal aid organization.
Speakers:
  • Helen Skinner, JD, LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
  • Tatiana Duchak, JD, Licensed Clinical and Professional Counselor.

 

Saturday, May 9, 2026

June 9: The Verdict Is In: How Social Inflation Is Reshaping Insurance Risk

Description:
Social inflation has moved past isolated cases or a short-term trend. It’s now a constant force influencing claim outcomes, pricing decisions and capacity. The Verdict Is In: How Social Inflation Is Reshaping Insurance Risk will examine how broader cultural shifts, changing juror expectations and modern trial tactics are contributing to larger verdicts (and settlements) and the effects on both insurers and policyholders.
This webinar will look at nuclear verdicts, the growing role of punitive damages and the growing presence of third-party litigation funding. We’ll discuss how these developments affect loss severity, underwriting assumptions, risk transfer strategies and more.
The Verdict Is In: How Social Inflation Is Reshaping Insurance Risk is designed for professionals working across underwriting, claims and risk management. This webinar offers counsel and carrier perspective on how social inflation is changing the risk landscape and what those changes mean for primary insurers and reinsurers alike.
Title:
The Verdict Is In: How Social Inflation Is Reshaping Insurance Risk
Date And Time:
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
1–2 PM ET | 12–1 PM CT | 11 AM–12 PM MT | 10–11 AM PT
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:
  • John DeLascio, Esq., Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, Chicago, IL.
  • Roberta Fitzpatrick, Managing Attorney, Arbella Mutual Insurance Company, Wakefield, MA.
  • Jonathan Gordon, Director of Reinsurance Services, Alan Gray, Plymouth, MA.
  • Brooke Skolnik, Vice President, Specialty Casualty Claims, Sompo, New York, NY.
  • Craig Thompson, Esq., Venable LLP, Baltimore, MD.

CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (Pending).
You may be able to self-apply in other states.
By:
Perrin Conferences.

June 9: The Evolving Landscape of Tax-Exempt Compliance: Treasury’s Form 990 Transparency Initiative in Context

Title:
The Evolving Landscape of Tax-Exempt Compliance: Treasury’s Form 990 Transparency Initiative in Context

Description:
Join Sean Clerget of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies, former chief tax counsel and former chief oversight counsel at the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee, for a timely examination of the evolving regulatory environment for tax-exempt organizations.

Drawing on his experience as the committee’s lead investigator on all tax-exempt matters and his role shaping key policy initiatives, this session explores the recent history of congressional oversight, policy development, and the Trump administration’s heightened scrutiny of the sector.

The webinar will then provide an in-depth look at the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s new Form 990 Transparency Initiative and its practical implications.

Attendees will gain valuable insights to help navigate compliance risks and prepare for potential policy shifts impacting the future of tax-exempt operations.

Webinar Date+Time:
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
2–2:45 PM ET | 1–1:45 PM CT | 12–12:45 PM MT | 11–11:45 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Texas, Illinois and Nevada; Approval Pending: Minnesota and New Jersey. You may be able to self‑apply for credit in some other states.
Speakers:
Sean Clerget is Member of Cozen O’Connor. He brings extensive experience as former chief tax counsel and chief oversight counsel at the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee, where he led investigations and shaped policy on tax‑exempt matters. His practice focuses on congressional oversight, regulatory developments, and advising clients on compliance risks and policy shifts affecting tax‑exempt organizations.
By:
Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.