November 23, 2011

News and Announcements from the CBA

Profiles in Diversity Award Winners Video
The CBA recently recognized several legal professionals for their outstanding efforts on behalf of women and minority attorneys in our legal community. On November 4, 2011, at the Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges Conference, "Profiles in Diversity" awards were presented to the Hon. Leonard Murray of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Azam Nizamuddin of the Law Office of Azam Nizamuddin P.C., Z. Scott of Kaye Scholer LLP, and Ted Yi of Quarles & Brady LLP. They were honored for not only breaking barriers, but for building bridges and holding the door open for others. View a video of their reflections on what Breaking Barriers, Building Bridges means to them.

New Member Benefit: OfficeMax® Partner Advantage
With OfficeMax® Partner Advantage, you'll get incredible members-only savings, while enjoying award-winning personalized customer service. CBA members receive reduced pricing on more than 25,000 products, exclusive pricing on copies and more, free next-day delivery on orders of $50 or more, and flexible ordering options. Click here to complete your profile and an Office Max representative will respond within 24 hours with your customized CBA savings plan and instore Retail Connect card or call 800-248-6343 to sign up now.

2012 CBA Court Calendar Available
The CBA's 2012 Court Calendar, a leather-bound book designed to keep track of appointments and track billable time in hourly increments, is now available. It includes phone numbers and addresses for judicial circuit courthouses/clerks, other frequently called legal numbers, and CBA member information. $21.69 a copy. Order through the CBA Legal Bookstore at 312-554-2130 or online.

CBA Barrister's Big Band Presents A Tribute to Glenn Miller and the Andrews Sisters (CD)
The Barristers Big Band transports you back to 1942 with a tribute to Glenn Miller and the Andrews Sisters. The performance includes hits such as American Patrol, Tuxedo Junction and St. Louis Blues March. $12 per CD. Order online or call 312-554-2130.