DCBA Docket for 8/12/21 - New Eviction Mediation Training Announced

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By Robert Rupp

Aug 13, 2021

DuPage Bar Association issued the following announcement on Aug. 12

Basic Computer and Security Workshop - The Law Practice Management and Technology Committee holds an informal Zoom meeting for DCBA members at noon on the fourth Friday of every month. The meetings are led by Aaron Brooks, LPMT committee chair and qualify for CLE credit.

The topic for the August workshop will be encryption, including sending and receiving encrypted messages, as well as encryption for storing confidential information.

However, attendees are encouraged to ask any questions they might have about using computers in the practice of law. You can email questions in advance of the meeting to bar@dcba.org.

Basic Computer and Technology WorkshopNew 18th Judicial Circuit Eviction Mediation Program - Mark your calendars for a two-part series of trainings to become an Eviction Mediator for the 18th Judicial Circuit Court. The first session will take place September 9, 2021 from 1:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. This session is for all interested attorneys who do not hold a Mediation Certificate and covers the basic skills required of a mediator and the roles the mediator plays. Our second session will take place September 23, 2021 from 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. This session is required of all attorneys wanting to serve in the 18th Circuit as an Eviction Mediator, including those with Mediation Certificates. In Part II, you will learn how to effectively and efficiently mediate residential eviction cases for the 18th Judicial Circuit Court to help tenants and landlords reach agreements and help the court efficiently manage an expected surge of eviction filings.

Mediation Program RegistrationGolfer Registration Has SOLD OUT – Huge thanks to all those registering and sponsoring the 2021 Golf Outing. With 152 golfers registered, the outing is sold out. Tickets remain, however, for those wishing to come out for the post-round awards reception beginning at 6:00 PM on August 25 at Naperville Country Club. Visit the website through the button below to purchase reception tickets as well as tickets for the annual DBF Raffle to support the Ambassador Scholarship Fund.

Golf Outing Reception Tickets Bar Foundation Raffle TicketsDCBA President’s Trip to Napa This September - Join 2021-2022 DCBA President Kiley Whitty for three luxurious days in Napa, California, at the award-winning Meritage Resort and Spa. Our three-day program, September 23 to 26, will feature a welcome reception, winery tours, wine lovers CLE, and an exclusive wine cellar dinner. Take advantage of our discounted room rate by reserving before August 24th and start planning your get away today.

President’s Trip to Napa

Call for Pro Bono Award Nominations - The Eighteenth Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Service Award will be presented to one or more lawyers practicing in the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit who have provided outstanding pro bono services to low-income individuals or charitable organizations in the last year. Nominations for these awards are now open and are due September 7, 2021. Recipients will be honored at the 18th Circuit Pro Bono Breakfast on October 25th.

Read More and NominateUpcoming Volunteer Opportunity for 2021 DuPage County Expungement Clinic – On Saturday, October 2nd, the DuPage Expungement Clinic will provide free legal assistance to individuals seeking to clear their criminal record.

Volunteer lawyers (as well as law students, paralegals, or paralegal students) are invited to sign up using the button below. The clinic will be held at the DuPage County Administration Building, 421 North County Farm Road, Wheaton.

If you are an attorney who plans on volunteering, save the date for a training session from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on September 15th. Look for more details in the Docket as we draw closer to the event.

We hope to see you there!

Clinic Information and Volunteer Registration

Masking Requirements Return for All Entering the Courthouse - Chief Judge Kenneth L. Popejoy of the 18th Judicial Circuit issued an administrative order requiring all individuals to wear a mask in the courthouse regardless of vaccination status. The order took effect on Tuesday, August 3rd. To read the full order click the button below.

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Parking Garage Access to be Limited During Construction - Beginning Monday August 9^th, there will be significant construction on Ring Road on the north side of the County Campus adjacent to the railroad tracks. The construction will happen in several phases. The first phase will close the North Entrance and the portion of the road between County Farm and the first stop sign at the 479 parking garage adjacent to the jail. Access to and egress from the courthouse parking garage will be through the Main or South Entrances. Please view the map linked below for more detail.

Parking Constuction Map Enjoy a Special August Offer from DCBA Affinity Partner LawPay LawPay’s online payment solution allows you to offer clients a secure, convenient payment experience that helps you get paid faster and more reliably. Sign up for LawPay by August 31 and you’ll pay no monthly fee for 3 months and receive a $150 processing creditThe information above is a paid advertisement. If you would like to advertise your services or firm news in the Docket, then contact the DCBA at 630-653-7779.

Upcoming Events

Please remember to sign in to your DCBA account before registering for an event or purchasing tickets to take full advantage of member rates and benefits.

August 16

Labor and Employment Section Planning Meeting - noon, Zoom

August 17

Estate Planning and Probate Section Meeting - 3p.m., Zoom

August 19

Justinian Society of Lawyers 2021 Installation – 6 p.m., Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook

August 25

2021 DCBA Golf Outing - noon to 7 p.m., Naperville Country Club

August 27

Basic Computer and Security Workshop, Noon, Zoom

September 1

Civil Law Section PRMCLE Program - Adapting Advocacy for the Post-Pandemic Courtroom - noon to 1 p.m., link will be provided by email

September 9

Eviction Mediation Program Session One - 1:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m., link to be provided by email.

September 13

Law in Literature: Book Selection - 6 p.m., Rayme's, Lisle

September 16

Law In Literature - Book Discussion - God's Shadow – 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., ARC

September 23

Eviction Mediation Training Session Two - 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. , link to be provided by email.

President's Trip - Napa Experience at The Meritage Resort, Napa, California

October 2

2021 DuPage County Expungement Clinic - 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., 421 North County Farm Road

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Help Plan the 2021-22 DCBA CLE Calendar - All DCBA members are welcome to take part in planning our CLE programs for the upcoming year. Labor and Employment will gather at noon on Monday, August 16th, Estate Planning and Probate meets at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 17th and the Paralegal Division gathers at noon on Wednesday, August 18th. All meetings will be held on Zoom, and you should register through the website to receive the meeting link if you would like to participate. Many more meetings are planned through August, so visit the calendar on the DCBA website or review the links at the end of this newsletter for dates and details.