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1. The Substance of the Case: From Planning to Implementation
   It takes planning to develop the theory of the case, and smooth implementation to communicate your theory to the trier of fact. Through lecture, demonstrations, and critique, this program will improve your opening statement and witness examinations.
   Author: The American College of Trial Lawyers
   Updated: 05/16/2013
2. Evidence in the Courtroom
   This training focuses on: foundations and objections, making the record, best evidence rule, various authentications, the most common “form-of-the-question” objections, substantive objections, and e-evidence issues.
   Presenter(s): LAF (Legal Assistance Foundation)
   Updated: 04/26/2013
3. Soft Tissue Superstars
   From discovery responses to depositions to gearing up for trial, Soft Tissue Superstars has the answers to your trial preparation questions.
   Presenter(s): Chicago Bar Association
   Updated: 02/26/2013
4. Disability Rights Consortium at Equip for Equality: Civil Rights Class Actions
   This consortium discusses the current state of the law with respect to class actions in civil rights cases with a focus on special education and disability rights.
   Presenter(s): Equip for Equality - Northeastern Illinois Office
   Updated: 06/17/2012
5. Contempt of Court
   Find out information about the law of contempt including the limits of what you can do in representing your client as well as what the court can do in terms of preserving its ability to function and its decorum throughout the litigation process.
   Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation
   Updated: 06/14/2012
6. Mediation Seminar: Using Mediation to Resolve LGBTIQ Disputes
   This webcast provides an introduction to mediation including: what it is,its benefits,and why it is an excellent method for resolving disputes in the LGBTIQ community.
   Presenter(s): Center on Halsted Legal Program
   Updated: 06/11/2012
7. Selected Statutes of Limitations
   Information about time limits to bring suit in 20 areas of law
   Author: Attorney Desk Reference Manual
   Updated: 04/12/2012
8. Effective Oral Advocacy in the Appellate Courts
   Through this webcast, you will learn how to prepare for and present oral arguments in the appellate courts. This includes how to prepare an outline for your argument and how to respond to questions from the court.
   Presenter(s): Appellate Lawyers Association
   Updated: 03/01/2012
9. TRO's, Preliminary Injunctions & Declaratory Judgments
   TRO’s, injunctions and declaratory judgments are extraordinary remedies that most attorneys who litigate run into from time to time. This webcast serves as a refresher by summarizing the law for these remedies.
   Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
   Updated: 03/01/2012
10. Civil Practice (Illinois)
    Information on Illinois Civil Procedure that includes how to file a complaint to post-trial motions in non-jury trials to enforcement of judgments.
    Author: Revisions contributed by Cathy Schneider, CARPLS
    Updated: 08/31/2011
11. A Guide to Illinois Civil Appellate Procedure
    This article provides information for lawyers engaged in the appellate process on how to get an appeal to a decision on the merits.
    Author: The Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 06/15/2011
12. CBA Legal Aid Committee Meeting- Issues Involved in Representing Youth (Age 16-24)
    The panel will provide an overview of certain specific legal issues related to youth age 16 - 24 such as matters related to benefits, family and education, and will focus on ethical and counseling considerations in representing these youth.
    Presenter(s): The Chicago Bar Foundation
    Updated: 06/10/2011
13. Appellate Advocacy Seminar
    Training on Illinois appeals advocacy
    Presenter(s): Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 04/29/2011
14. Discovery Training
    Training focused on taking discovery
    Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation
    Updated: 04/21/2011
15. What's the Standard of Review Got to Do With It?
    Webcast on the Standard of Review in appellate practice
    Presenter(s): Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 04/11/2011
16. CBA Legal Aid Committee Meeting- 2010 Highlights from the Field
    Overview of the 2010 accomplishments of some of Chicago legal aid programs
    Presenter(s): The Chicago Bar Association & The Chicago Bar Foundation
    Updated: 03/01/2011
17. Family Defense Center Training for Pro Bono Attorneys
    Training on representing wrongfully accused parents and child care professionals in administrative hearings for neglect or abuse cases
    Presenter(s): Family Defense Center
    Updated: 12/03/2010
18. Appellate Lawyers Association: Lawyers Beware!: New Burdens and Boundaries From The United States Supreme Court
    Discusses practice before the US Supreme Court
    Presenter(s): Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 09/24/2010
19. CBA Legal Aid Committee Meeting - The “Seven Cs” of Settlement
    Explains the importance of settlement consideration to prevent unnecessary litigation
    Presenter(s): Chicago Bar Association
    Updated: 09/20/2010
20. Federal Practice Manual For Legal Aid Attorneys
    A 2006 manual covering all areas of federal practice for legal aid attorneys
    Author: Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law
    Updated: 09/13/2010
21. The Americans with Disabilities Act and Age Discrimination in Employment Act: A Guide for Appointed Attorneys in the Northern District
    A manual for attorneys that contains a summary of the ADA (with its 2008 amendments) and the ADEA as well as summaries of employment discrimination cases decided by the Supreme Court and the Seventh Circuit through July 2008.
    Author: Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law
    Updated: 08/02/2010
22. Self-Help Manual for DCFS Administrative Expungement Hearings
    A guidebook explaining how to file an appeal with DCFS in an abuse or neglect case.
    Author: Family Defense Center
    Updated: 07/28/2010
23. Appellate Practice Seminar with Illinois Appellate Court Justices, First District
    Discusses interlocutory appeals, certified questions, plain error, expedited child custody appeals, first district settlement program, effective oral arguments, preservation of the record, and drafting the statement of facts
    Author: Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 07/21/2010
24. Shriver Center Dialogue: Reports from the Frontlines in Springfield and Washington,D.C.
    Join us for three insiders’ perspectives on the Illinois General Assembly’s spring session 2010 and an update on what is happening in Congress.
    Presenter(s): Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law Illinois Legal Aid Online
    Updated: 06/08/2010
25. Appellate Practice Seminar
    The Appellate Lawyers Association presents a training that covers topics such as Brief Writing, Oral Argument, Supreme Court Practice, and Appellate Jurisdiction and Procedure.
    Presenter(s): The Apellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 06/08/2010
26. First District Luncheon with Justice Robert R. Thomas, Supreme Court of Illinois
    The Appellate Lawyers Association welcomes Justice Robert R. Thomas of the Supreme Court of Illinois as the featured speaker for its May 2010 luncheon.
    Presenter(s): The Apellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 06/08/2010
27. Appellate Lawyers Association: Appellate Practice Seminar with Appellate Court Justices, First District
    The Association presents a unique Appellate Practice Seminar featuring five current Justices of the Appellate Court for the First District.
    Presenter(s): The Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 04/19/2010
28. Illinois Appellate Lawyers Association Luncheon: Petitions for Leave to Appeal
    Two highly experienced Supreme Court practitioners describe how to successfully petition for, and defend against, leave to appeal to our state’s highest court.
    Presenter(s): The Apellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 03/15/2010
29. Attorney's Guide for Employment Discrimination Cases
    A guide for appointed attorneys on Title VII and Section 1981 cases in the Northern District of Illinois
    Author: Laurie Wardell and Michael K. Fridkin, Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
    Updated: 01/27/2010
30. Statewide Sexual Assault Civil No Contact Order: Petition, Summons, and Order
    Fill-able court forms for Sexual Assault Civil No Contact Order for statewide use, except in Cook County. Includes Summons, Petition, and Order.
    Author: Conference of Chief Judges
    Updated: 01/08/2010
31. Special Education Training
    This seminar will cover, eligibility, FAPE, LRE, IEPs, Transition Planning, Accommodations and Modifications, Related Services, Placement, Legal Standards, and Advocacy Tips.
    Presenter(s): Equip for Equality
    Updated: 11/04/2009
32. Discovery Packet
    HotDoc interview to create: Subpoena, Requests to Produce, Requests to Admit Facts, Interrogatories, Notice of Deposition, Rule 201K Letter, and Motion to Compel
    Author: Illinois Legal Aid Online
    Updated: 11/02/2009
33. Institutional Litigants in the Appellate Courts: Strategy and Ethics
    A panel discussion at the Appellate Lawyers Association Luncheon on dealing with institutional litigants
    Presenter(s): The Apellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 10/30/2009
34. Illinois State Court Practice Training
    This webcast provides an introduction to basic State Court Practice in Illinois
    Presenter(s): Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 10/21/2009
35. Alternative Support for Veterans: The Role of Mediation in Issues Confronting Veterans
    A training that discusses basic mediation resources available to veterans
    Presenter(s): Association for Conflict Resolution - Chicago Chapter
    Updated: 10/16/2009
36. Cross Examination of Vocational and Medical Experts
    A training on how to cross examine vocational and medical experts for social security cases.
    Presenter(s): Prairie State Legal Services
    Updated: 10/05/2009
37. Mediation Training
    A training that presents basics on mediation.
    Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
    Updated: 09/24/2009
38. Civil Procedure Packet
    HotDoc interview to create: Notice of Appearance, RCLSP/In Forma Pauperis, Notice and Consent to representation by student, and Motions to Substitute Judge, to Withdraw, to Continue, to Amend, to Vacate default, and to Transfer
    Author: Illinois Legal Aid Online
    Updated: 09/02/2009
39. Special Districts 2009 Edition
    Information on Illinois rules and regulations governing special districts, including cemetery maintenance, soil and water conservation, drainage, fire protection, forest preserve, and sanitary districts, and tax-supported libraries
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 08/26/2009
40. Civil Discovery Practice (Illinois) 2009 Edition
    Information on discovery rules, limitations, interrogatories, production of documents, oral and written depositions, physical and mental exams, remedies for noncompliance, and special considerations for certain types of cases
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 08/25/2009
41. Chancery and Special Remedies 2009 Edition
    Information on special performance, rescission, interpleader, shareholder derivative suits, quo warranto and mandamus, guardians and receivers, administrative review, non-compete covenants and constructive trusts
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 08/11/2009
42. Collection Defense 2008
    Defines the creditor and debtor rights and describes the court procedures including pleadings regarding debt collection
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 07/08/2009
43. Simplified Divorce Affidavit - Will County
    Use this affidavit with the Joint Petition for Simplified Dissolution of Marriage in Will County
    Author: Circuit Clerk of Will County
    Updated: 07/07/2009
44. Wage Deduction Order/Turnover Order
    Prepare this Wage Deduction Order for the court to use in your case in Cook County.
    Author: Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County
    Updated: 06/16/2009
45. Citation to Discover Assets to Third Party
    File the Citation to Discover Assets to a Third Party to reach the defendant's assets in your case in Cook County.
    Author: Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County
    Updated: 06/16/2009
46. Appellate Practice Seminar
    All day training on tips for appellate lawyers.
    Presenter(s): The Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 06/08/2009
47. Bankruptcy Law
    A training on Bankruptcy Law issues.
    Presenter(s): Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/09/2009
48. Mediation: What Works and What Doesn't
    An Appellate Luncheon training on Mediation by mediators in the 7th Circuit.
    Presenter(s): The Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 04/09/2009
49. Apellate Practice Seminar
    Judges in the Fourth District of The Appellate Court of Illinois will discuss tips on appearing in court.
    Presenter(s): The Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 04/09/2009
50. Domestic Violence and Civil Orders of Protection
    A training that provides basics on orders of protection
    Presenter(s): The Young Lawyers Section of the Chicago Bar Association
    Updated: 03/04/2009
51. Basic Motion Practice in Divorce Cases
    An overview of pleadings and common motions used in the litigation of divorce cases.
    Presenter(s): Darryl Apperton, Cabrini Green Legal Aid
    Updated: 12/05/2008
52. The LAF Guide to Relevant Statutes of Limitations and Other Time Deadlines
    Tables and materials summarizing statutes of limitations in various types of actions, including bankruptcy, civil procedure, employment, family, housing, social security, and welfare
    Author: LAF
    Updated: 11/21/2008
53. ESI Files: How To Get Electronically Stored Information And Use It Effectively
    This session will discuss various examples of ESI and explore how to use discovery tools to obtain ESI related to your case.
    Presenter(s): Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois
    Updated: 11/19/2008
54. Navigating the Alphabet Soup of Government Benefits
    This informative and interactive workshop will focus on government benefit eligibility.
    Presenter(s): Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois
    Updated: 11/19/2008
55. Settling Your Case: Pros and Pitfalls
    This session will address several aspects of settling cases
    Presenter(s): Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois
    Updated: 11/19/2008
56. Appellate Lawyers Association Luncheon
    A luncheon program featuring the Honorable Richard Posner, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit.
    Presenter(s): Apellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 11/19/2008
57. How to Present Your Case Effectively at an Administrative Hearing
    Training session for advocates on how to conduct a successful hearing before an administrative agency, such as Social Security Administration and Illinois Department of Human Services.
    Presenter(s): Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois
    Updated: 11/19/2008
58. Turn that Paper into Real Protection: Enforcing Orders of Protection
    This session will teach you how to effectively use the civil and criminal courts to enforce orders of protection.
    Presenter(s): Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois
    Updated: 11/19/2008
59. Use of Digital Video Depositions in Court: Direct and Cross
    In this second seminar presented by FTI, the presenter talks about best ways to produce video depositions.
    Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
    Updated: 11/07/2008
60. Trafficking of Women and Girls: Forced Labor, Forced Prostitution, and Hope
    Jane Tafel talks about Hagar, U.S.A.'s work in the recovery and empowerment of victims of human rights abuses. Martina Vandenberg addresses human trafficking in the United States.
    Presenter(s): Save Our Sisters; The Jenner & Block Women’s Forum; LexisNexis; PriceWaterhouseCoopers
    Updated: 10/07/2008
61. Appellate Lawyers Association Luncheon: Amicus Briefs
    Illinois Solicitor General Michael Scodro opens the Appellate Lawyers Association's program year to speak on amicus briefs
    Presenter(s): Appellate Lawyers Association
    Updated: 10/02/2008
62. How to Defend a Collection Case
    A archived webcast of the training How to Defend a Collection Case recorded by Chicago Volunteer Legal Services on April 23, 2008
    Presenter(s): Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
    Updated: 05/29/2008
63. Appellate Advocacy Training
    This Appellate Advocacy Training covers Brief Writing, Oral Arguments, and Appellate Procedure and Jurisdiction.
    Presenter(s): Land of Lincoln Legal Assistance Foundation-East. St. Louis Office
    Updated: 05/27/2008
64. Drafting an Order
    Explains how to draft an order for State Court, with example.
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
65. List of Materials for State Court
    Lists which documents are needed for State Court practice
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
66. Outline for State Court Practice
    Explains the procedures to follow and resources needed for practicing in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
67. Answer, Affirmative Defense and Counter Claim
    Answer, affirmative defense and counter claim form for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
68. Motion to Quash
    Motion to Quash for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
69. Motion to Consolidate
    Motion to Consolidate for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
70. Subpeona for Depostion, with Rider
    Subpeona for Depostion, with Rider, for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
71. Subpoena for Deposition - Documents in Lieu of Deposition
    Subpeona for Depostion - Documents in Lieu of Deposition for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
72. Motion to Compel
    Motion to Compel for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
73. Motion for Sanctions
    Motion for Sanctions for use in State Court
    Author: Vivian Hessel, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/08/2008
74. Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage by Publication
    Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage by publication for use in Cook County
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 04/07/2008
75. Motion to Quash Service and Vacate Ex-Parte Judgment
    Sample Motion to Quash Service and Vacate Judgment for use in Cook County
    Author: Alan Alop, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 03/28/2008
76. Motion for Leave to File Amended Complaint
    Sample Motion of Leave for use in Cook County
    Author: Alan Alop, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 03/28/2008
77. Appearance and Motion to Transfer Venue
    Appearance and Motion to Transfer Venue for use in Cook County
    Author: Alan Alop, Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 03/28/2008
78. Filing an Internet Appeal with Social Security
    Explains the Social Security Administration's online appeal process if a claimant's application is denied.
    Author: Social Security Administration
    Updated: 02/14/2008
79. Subpoena in a Civil Matter
    Use this Subpoena to demand testimony or documents in a civil case in Cook County
    Author: Illinois Legal Aid Online
    Updated: 01/29/2008
80. Homeless Persons and Social Security Claims: A Primer
    Advice for attorneys who wish to help the homeless, but whose practice area is not poverty law
    Presenter(s): Law Project of Chicago Coalition for the Homeless
    Updated: 01/15/2008
81. Affidavit for Service by Publication
    An affidavit for service of summons by publication
    Author: Circuit Court of Cook County
    Updated: 12/19/2007
82. Motion to Strike and Dismiss Complaint
    Sample form to strike and dismiss a complaint for Cook County
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 12/13/2007
83. Defendant's Interrogatories to Plaintiff
    Sample defendant interrogatories to plaintiff in response to subsidized housing termination in Cook County
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 11/28/2007
84. Subpoena for Documents - Bank Records
    Sample subpoena for bank records in the Domestic Relations Division of Cook County
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 11/28/2007
85. Appearance and Jury Demand
    Appearance and Jury Demand for use in the Municipal Department, Cook County
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 11/19/2007
86. Trial Practice in Municipal Court Transcript
    Explains basic municpal court practice
    Presenter(s): Janet Hermann, Chicago Volunteer Legal Services
    Updated: 11/14/2007
87. Subpoena for Documents - Employment, Income
    Sample form of subpeona for documents
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 10/15/2007
88. Letter to Client Regarding Mediation Order
    Sample letter to a divorce client for mediation of custody and/or visitation issues
    Author: Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago
    Updated: 09/10/2007
89. Evidence Issues for Electronic Discovery
    Explains the new rules of civil procedure regarding electronic discovery and how they affect attorney/client privilege
    Presenter(s): Curt Benson, Professor, Thomas M. Cooley Law School
    Updated: 06/27/2007
90. Representation by Civil Legal Services Provider
    Court form certifying eligibility for civil legal services
    Author: Cook County Circuit Court
    Updated: 06/06/2007
91. Civil Trial Evidence (Illinois) 2004 Edition, Updated 2006
    Information on sources, preparation, sufficiency of proof, questions and objections, hearsay, privileges, physical objects, demonstrative evidence, motions, and misconduct
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 06/04/2007
92. Class Actions 2007 Edition
    Information on Rule 23, investigation, discovery, notice, pleadings, motions, orders, settlement, shareholder derivative suits, and attorneys' fees
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 06/04/2007
93. Causes of Action (Illinois): Estate, Business & Non-Personal Injury Actions 2008 Edition
    Manual on pleadings, consumer fraud, debt collection, debt, action to foreclose lien or mortgage, action to recover property, breach of contract or warranty, forcible entry and detainer, lis pendens, partnership dissolution, tortious interference
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/31/2007
94. Civil Procedure/Administrative Law Resources
    Links to the ABA administrative procedure database, CFR, federal register, federal rules of civil procedure and evidence, federal practice manual for legal aid attorneys
    Author: Sargent Shriver National Center on Poverty Law
    Updated: 05/31/2007
95. Civil Practice: Trying the Case - 2009
    Information on juries, opening statements, testimony, preserving the record, motions, instructions, special interrogatories, closing arguments, and verdicts
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/30/2007
96. Civil Practice (Illinois): Opening the Case - 2009 Edition, Updated 2006
    Information on attorney-client relationships, development of the case, settlement, subject matter jurisdiction, venue, pleadings, interpleader, third-party practice, affidavits, orders and new parties
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/30/2007
97. Civil Practice (Illinois): Preparing for Trial - 2009 Edition, Updated 2006
    Information on deposition, discovery, protecting litigation rights, tax aspects, injunctions, declaratory relief, dismissal, default, summary judgment, pretrial conferences and motions
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/30/2007
98. Business and Commercial Litigation 2007 Edition
    Information on causes of action, pleadings, motions, discovery, document production, trial techniques, damages, and arbitration
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/29/2007
99. SmartEvidence: Commercial Litigation 2006 Edition
    Manual on evidence rules for commercial litigation including hearsay, admissions, best evidence, parol evidence, computer records and e-mail, relevance, impeachment, privilege, testimony, experts, opening and closing arguments, etc.
    Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
    Updated: 05/22/2007
100. Product Liability Practice (Illinois) 2006 Edition
     Manual on product liability including negligence and warranty theories, parties, defenses, investigation, discovery, expert or opinion witnesses, pleadings, motions, third-party practice, trials, insurance coverage, and damages
     Author: Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education
     Updated: 05/09/2007

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