February 22, 2012

News and Announcements from the CBA

How New IRS Requirement Affects Lawyers Processing Credit Card Transactions
CBA Member Benefit Provider LawPay has provided members with a synopsis of the newest IRS requirement, Section 6050W, and how it affects lawyers who are processing credit card transactions. Read it online now.

CBA Member Discount Code for ABA Tech Show
Learn and network with legal technology experts from across the country, March 29-31, 2012, at the Hilton Chicago. Visit www.techshow.com for up-to-date information on ABA TECHSHOW 2012, the best event for bringing lawyers and technology together. As a member of CBA, you can save on registration for the ABA TECHSHOW. The standard registration for ABA TECHSHOW costs $1,050, but our discount automatically decreases the price to $895. Simply download this registration form and include this unique Event Promoter Discount Code, EP1228, to receive the rate.

Bring a Guest to a February Committee Meeting
Committee meetings and expert speakers are one of our strongest and most unique membership benefits. To encourage new members to join the CBA, please invite a colleague(s) to attend your February committee meeting with you. Your guest(s) will receive free Illinois MCLE credit (if applicable) and the opportunity to meet and network with members of your committee. Members that bring a guest will be entered into a drawing to win a $100 Lettuce Entertain You restaurant gift card (perfect for taking a potential client out for lunch). See a list of upcoming meetings.