Programs

Divorce Boot Camp provides attorneys with an introduction to a variety of topics in Divorce Law. Experienced practitioners present on topics ranging from how to begin cases, to guidance on how to prepare for a conduct hearings and trials. A round table discussion at the end of Day 2 provides participants an opportunity to ask questions and discuss topics with the presenters.

Real estate attorneys work with deeds every day. Attorneys for sellers of land prepare deeds for their closings. Attorneys may think that “deeds” are a fairly mundane topic, but Dick Bales hopes to prove otherwise. Dick has put together a comprehensive handout discussing virtually every facet about deeds, including such matters as the Doctrine of After Acquired Title, Dresser Drawer Deeds, Signature by Mark, and Underwriting Wild Deeds. Public Act 102-927 recently amended 765 ILCS 5/8, the statute on special warranty deeds. This new legislation has resulted in some controversy. Dick has attempted to study the issues from all angles, and he hopes to provide some thoughtful commentary on this very topical subject.

How has the practice of law changed over the last 50 years and do older and younger attorneys see the practice differently? What can younger and older attorneys learn from one another to be more effective advocates? Are we listening to one another or are we talking over each other? Is anybody right or wrong and does it matter?

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

Viewpoints from the perspective of decision makers at arbitration and the Appellate Court.

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

Master delegation techniques so you can decrease attention on administrative tasks and instead focus on building your business through legal advocacy and representation.

A comprehensive guide to establishing and admitting evidence effectively in workers' compensation cases. This session will focus on the admissibility of various types of evidence, including text messages, emails, business records, medical records, medical bills, audio recordings, photographs, videos, medical reports, and peer-reviewed articles. Learn best practices for gathering, presenting, and challenging evidence to strengthen your cases.

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

An in-depth examination of the latest developments and best practices in Medicare Set-Aside (MSA) arrangements in workers' compensation cases. This session will cover recent regulatory changes, key compliance considerations, and effective strategies for ensuring proper funding and management of MSAs. What do attorneys need to know to protect their clients?

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

This course describes the following Illinois Department of Human Services benefits: 1) Aid for the Aged, Blind, Disabled (AABD) Cash assistance and 2) Medicare Savings Programs. These two benefits are highly underutilized but provide very valuable benefits to low-income, vulnerable older adults. The training will describe how to apply for the benefits, eligibility criteria, and how to maximize benefits.

The so-called “gig” economy has more and more companies classifying workers as independent contractors. Are these workers employees? What factors are considered in making the determination? How do attorneys prove and disprove an employee-employer relationship?

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

Has McAlister changed how we determine whether an accident arises out of one’s employment? Has the case changed how we prosecute and defend cases where there is a an “arising out of” issue? Is this a new landscape or simply new terminology?

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

Explore the variety of issues employees and employers face when an injury impacts employment status. Key topics include retaliatory discharge, wrongful termination, FMLA, ADA, and resignation agreements.

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.

New decisions by the Appellate Court and the Workers’ Compensation Commission that may impact your practice.

Originally presented as part of the Workers' Compensation Institute 2025.