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P.O.Box A3782
Chicago, IL 60690
aabachicago@yahoo.com
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FEATURED EVENT(S)
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AABA 2008-2009 Elections
Please join us for a Meet the Candidates Forum to meet all the candidates running for positions
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Sidebar Grille
221 N. LaSalle Street
Chicago, Illinois
(Southeast corner of LaSalle and Wacker)
Please RSVP Emily Riojas at eriojas@chicagobar.org
2008 VANGUARD AWARDS
Please also join us for the 2008 Vanguard Awards
Thursday, May 15, 2008
11:30 a.m. Reception and 12:30 p.m. Lunch
Standard Club
320 S. Plymouth Court - Grand Ballroom
Chicago, Illinois
Sponsored by
The Asian American Bar Association
The Chicago Bar Association
The Cook County Bar Association
The Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois
The Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago
The Puerto Rican Bar Association
Awardees this year:
Anita Alvarez - Hispanic Lawyers Association
Mark DuPont - Lesbian and Gay Bar Association
Calvin Manshio - Asian American Bar Association
Patricia A. Rangel - Puerto Rican Bar Association
Ronald S. Samuels - Cook County Bar Association
William A. Von Hoene, Jr. - Chicago Bar Association
Tickets are $65 and there are still seats available at the AABA table.
Please join us in celebrating all the honorees.
RSVP to Emily Riojas at eriojas@chicagobar.org
Checks should be made payable to Asian American Bar Association and sent to
Asian American Bar Association
P.O. Box A3782
Chicago, IL 60690
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AABA's 20th Anniversary Celebration on February 28, 2008
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The Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area
Cordially Invites You to Celebrate
AABA's 20th Anniversary
Thursday, February 28th, 2008
5:00 p.m. Registration & Cocktails
6:30 p.m. Dinner
Hotel Intercontinental
505 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois
Special Guest Speaker
Frank H. Wu
Dean, Wayne State University Law School
Author of “Yellow: Race in America Beyond Black and White”
Please RSVP by February 21, 2008
to Emily Riojas at (312) 554-2081
or e-mail: eriojas chicagobar.org
The AABA Public Service Committee will be sponsoring a fundraiser on behalf of
KAN-WIN and Apna Gar at the event and envelopes will be available for donations
that will directly benefit these organizations.
Apna Ghar is the Midwest's first domestic violence shelter for Asian
American families.
KAN-WIN is the region's domestic violence prevention nonprofit assisting
Korean Americans.
For more information please visit www.aabachicago.com=============================== Reply Card: Thursday, February 28, 2008 Name:_________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________ _____________________________________________ Phone Number:_________________________________ E-Mail:________________________________________ Yes, I am attending and would like to purchase the following ___ tickets x____at $100.00 for members ___ tickets x____at $150.00 for non-members ___ table of 10 x____at $1,000.00 ___ No, I cannot attend, enclosed is my contribution of $________ ___ Enclosed is my membership renewal for 2008-2009: __$35(0-3years) __$50.00(4-7 years) __$75.00(8 to 15 years) __$100.00(15 or more years) Dues are based upon calendar year and you are joining for the 2008 calendar year which ends on December 31, 2008. AABA welcomes all lawyers and law students to be members. You may renew your membership with your RSVP and receive the member rate. Please make checks payable to Asian American Bar Association.
Thanks for your support!
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=============================== * Frank H. Wu is one of only three Asian American law school deans in the United States. He was previously the first Asian American law professor at Howard University in Washington, D.C., one of the nation's leading historically black schools (from 1995-2004). In 2004, Wu returned to his hometown of Detroit, Michigan to serve as the ninth Dean of Wayne State University Law School; he will be completing his tenure this academic year. In the 2008-2009 academic years, Wu will be a Visiting Professor at the University of Maryland and George Washington University. Dean Wu also serves as a Trustee of Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C., the only university in the United States serving primarily deaf and hard of hearing, and he became Vice-Chair of the Board in 2006. He has been an adjunct professor at Columbia University in New York, a visiting professor at the University of Michigan, and a teaching fellow at Stanford University in California. Wu also taught over several short periods at Deep Springs College, a highly-selective full-scholarship all-male liberal arts college which enrolls twenty-six students, located on a cattle ranch and alfalfa farm, near Death Valley in C alifornia’s High Desert. “Yellow: Race in America Beyond Black and White,” argues for a new paradigm of civil rights that includes people of all backgrounds rather than relying on a black-white paradigm and that addresses forms of racial discrimination that are not obvious but subtle. ( www.wikipedia.com) Born in Cleveland, Ohio and the son of Chinese immigrants to the United States, Wu has made extensive media appearances, including on C-SPAN, and he has been a regular on the lecture circuit, coming to attention for his debates on affirmative action. Wu’s media appearances have included, “ The Oprah Winfrey Show,” “Now” with Bill Moyers, Lehrer “Newshour,” “O’Reilly Factor,” “Book Notes” with Brian Lamb, “Talk Back Live” on CNN, National Public Radio, Voice of America, FOX Movie Channel with George Takai, and the Al Franken show. He has also hosted episodes of the “Asian America” PBS-syndicated television show. (Eneri Communications)
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25th Annual Lunar Year Celebration on January 26, 2008
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To AABA:
You are cordially invited to the 25th Annual Lunar Year Celebration dinner hosted by the Asian American Coalition. AABA has nominated Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County, the Honorable Judge Timothy Evans, to receive the prestigious Grand Asian Award. AABA has reserved a table for its members to be present to honor Judge Timothy Evans by attending this ceremony.
In addition,The Asian American Coalition is hosting a political forum for all judicial and candidates for other races from 5- 6.30 p.m. This is a good opportunity to meet the judges and other candidates. The reception and open microphone and exhibits begin at 5 p.m.; opening ceremonies are at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner, entertainment, cultural program and awards ceremonies until approximately 10 p.m. The event is black-tie optional.
The Asian American Coalition of Chicago
25th Anniversary Annual Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Rosemont Convention Center
5555 North River Road
Rosemont, Illinois.
An event held on this grand of a scale only once a year, Lunar New Year is traditionally the single largest organized annual event in Chicago's Asian American community. According to the latest Census, the Asian Pacific American population in Illinois numbers approximately 428,213 (or 3.4% of the statewide population. Numerous dignitaries traditionally attend the festivities, including the Asian consular corps, elected and appointed governmental officials, political candidates, top business and corporate leaders, decision-makers at Chicago's major media press outlets, and everyone who considers himself or herself a mover and shaker in and around, or for, the Asian Pacific American national movement.
TICKETS
Tickets are $70.00 each.
Contact Pamela Leeming at AACCDINNER@GMAIL.COM, OR CALL 312-603-0625.
FOR MORE INFORMATION see website www.aacchicago.org
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"Finding Iris Chang"on January 17, 2008
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FROM AABA's PUBLIC SERVICE COMMITTEE:
Thank you to everyone who attended our event last Thursday, January 17, 2008. We had a really strong turnout with at least 45 people braving the cold winter night for Paula Kamen's reading in downtown Chicago. Paula began our event with a brief story of her relationship with Iris Chang and the reasons why she wrote "Finding Iris Chang." She provided an opportunity to raise and discuss the meaningful issue of mental health awareness in the APA community through her personal friendship with Iris Chang and her discoveries afterward.
Joanna Su and Aruna Jha both from AASPI spoke about their organization and shared stories specific to lawyers. They offered the opportunity for people to contact them and join them for an informal dinner afterwards.
Paula graciously signed books for attendees and continued to engage in one-on-one conversation.
Many thanks to the Public Service Committee for their work with this event with special mention to Myron Quon, Jude Soundararajan, and Jen Wu.
Members of the Public Service Committee also include: Michael Cho, Karen Cheng, Kimberly Robinson, Steven Wu, Peter Yuh, Richard Lee,
I also welcome you to view Paula's opening comments about her book: http://www.youtube.com/view_play_list?p=4736B777B13C3837.
Kind Regards,
Betty Jang
Public Service Committee, AABA
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Finding Iris Chang
A Reading By Paula Kamen
January 17, 2008
6 P.M. Thursday
Barnes & Noble
1 East Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL
Sponsored by the
Asian American Bar Association (AABA) Community Service Committee
Light refreshments served
The Community Service Committee of AABA presents a book reading by Paula Kamen. In this intimate and inquisitive biography, Kamen examines letters, diaries, archives, and personal correspondence to shed light on the enigmatic life and death of a brilliant Asian American woman in the prime of her career. As an Illinois native, Iris' internal struggles resonate with Chicagoland's Asian Americans.
For more information, contact Betty Jang, 630.207.8088
Cosponsors: Asian American Suicide Prevention Initiative
Asian American Bar Association of Greater Chicago
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All Bar Association 2007 Family Holiday Festival on December 9, 2007
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All Bar Association
2007 Family Holiday Festival
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2007
GRAND BALLROOM, NAVY PIER 2:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Reservations Strongly Suggested:
Prior to Nov. 26: $25 for adults & teens • Children under 12 free
After Nov. 26: All tickets $25
Attendees are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item or cash donation for the Greater Chicago Food Depository
For more information or to make reservations, contact Tamra Drees at 312-554-2057 or tdrees@chicagobar.org.
PROGRAM
Welcome Remarks and Reception (2:00-3:45 p.m.) Mingle and enjoy face painting, temporary tattoos and balloon animals for children. The award winning Oak Park/River Forest Children’s Chorus will provide musical offerings during the festivities.
Greetings from Holiday Favorites (2:00-3:45 p.m.) Visit with holiday favorites including Frosty the Snowman and Santa. Photo opportunities will be available.
Holiday Music Concert (3:45-5:30 p.m.) Holiday performances from the CBA’s Symphony Orchestra, Chorus and Barristers Big Band. The Oak Park/River Forest Children’s Chorus will also participate in the performance. Kid-friendly, light refreshments will be served.
Co-Sponsors Advocates Society • Appellate Lawyers Association • Asian American Bar Association • Black Women Lawyers Association • Chicago Bar Association • Chicago Council of Lawyers • Cook County Bar Association • Decalogue Society of Lawyers • Federal Bar Association • Filipino Bar Association • Hellenic Bar Association • Hispanic Lawyers Association of Illinois • Illinois Judges Association • Illinois Native American Bar Association • Illinois Trial Lawyers Association • Indian American Bar Association • Justinian Society of Lawyers • Korean American Bar Association • Lesbian & Gay Bar Association of Chicago • Muslim Bar Association • North Suburban Bar Association • Northwest Suburban Bar Association • Pakistani American Bar Association • Puerto Rican Bar Association • Seventh Circuit Bar Association • Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
All proceeds will benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository and be given to Chicago area law schools for need-based scholarships.
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Organization of Chinese Americans Annual Gala on November 17, 2007
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OCA Chicago is 30 years old!!
We’ll be celebrating our 30th Anniversary at the Annual Gala: on:
Saturday, November 17, 2007
(Reception: 6:00 - 7:15 pm; Dinner & Program 7:15 - 9: 30 pm; 9:30 p.m. - midnight: Entertainment and dancing)
at:
Marriott Chicago Downtown
540 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
To help celebrate this important milestone, Chinese American award-winning filmmaker Eric Byler and Marine Corps Capt. Bruce Yamashita will delivery keynote speeches. We will show excerpts from one of Mr. Byler’s upcoming feature films and from Capt. Yamashita’s documentary.
For ticket and sponsorship information and registration online, visit http://www.ocachicago.org. We hope to see you on November 17!
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Workplace Enforcement and Immigration Seminar on November 14, 2007
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What You Should Know About Workplace Enforcement and Immigration
Location: Northwestern University School of Law,
Thorne Auditorium Arthur Rubloff Building,
375 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60610
Date: November 14, 2007
Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
CLE: 7.25 Hours
Co-Sponsored by Federal Bar Association, Chicago Chapter and Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education
An estimated 12 million people live and work in the US illegally. As the immigration debate rages, the focus is on the so-called "illegals" but US employers are supplying the jobs. Since 1986, when Congress passed the Immigration Control and Reform Act (IRCA) it has been illegal to knowingly employ unauthorized workers. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is now the agency responsible for ensuring that employers comply with the law, and it has issued new priorities and regulations in workplace enforcement.
This program will focus on US employers and their role in the immigration issue. It will examine pitfalls that await an employer who seeks to comply with the law. It will also discuss the risks of employers who discriminate against workers because they appear foreign, who use subcontractors to avoid the reach of the law, who violate employment, criminal and other workplace laws.
The program will examine the civil and criminal tools that are being used against employers and investigate some of recent cases that have been brought against employers employing unauthorized workers.
Program Chair and Moderator: Margaret H. McCormick, Federal Bar Association, Board of Directors Chicago Chapter
The Federal Bar Association is dedicated to promoting the welfare, interests, education and professional development of attorneys involved in federal law. Our members are attorneys practicing federal law in small and large law firms, corporations and government agencies and members of the judiciary. The FBA facilitates communication between the bar and the bench and public and private sectors. The Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education is an independent, self-supporting, Sec. 501 (C)(3) not-for-profit corporation whose sole purpose since 1961 has been to provide the highest quality, career-long practice guidance and tools to Illinois lawyers and judges.
Tuition: $400 for non-FBA members; $250 for FBA members
Registration fees above are valid until November 7th. After November 7th, tuition will increase $50. Register online at: https://www.iicle.com/booksandproducts/courses.asp
For other questions or registration information, please contact: IICLE Customer Service 1-800-252-8062 (M – F 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM)
Join the Federal Bar Association for a reduced registration fee. Application can be found at http://www.fedbar.org/join/
Minimum CLE/CPE Accreditation: IICLE has been granted Accredited CLE Provider status by the Illinois Supreme Court's MCLE Board. Workplace Enforcement and Immigration is accredited for 7.25 hours of MCLE credit. For questions on symposium content, please contact: Margaret H. McCormick mmccormick@mmhpc.com 312.427.6163 Fax: 312.427.6513
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John Marshall Law School Novemberfest on November 9, 2007
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The John Marshall Law School
Asian Pacific American Law Student Association
invites you to
NOVEMBERFEST: Celebrating Asian Americans in the Law
“Inspiring the Future of Asian American Lawyers”
featuring guest speaker:
Assistant United States Attorney
Edmond E. Chang
Friday, November 9th, 2007
at The John Marshall Law School
in Sargis-Miner Student Lounge
from 6:00p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Please join the Asian Pacific American Law Student Association for an evening of fine cuisine from all parts of Asia, including: China, Japan, Thailand, India, Korea, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
A cocktail reception and entry into a raffle drawing is included.
Tickets are $7.00 in advance and $10.00 at the door*
E-mail Teresa Do: 5do@stu.jmls.edu to reserve your ticket.
*All APALSA members will receive a complimentary ticket to the event.
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Guide to the Alliance Judicial Evaluation Process on October 17, 2007
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THE ALLIANCE OF BAR ASSOCIATIONS FOR JUDICIAL SCREENING
cordially invites potential judicial candidates to attend a complimentary program
“A GUIDE TO THE
ALLIANCE JUDICIAL EVALUATION PROCESS”
on
WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 17, 2007
5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
at
THE CHICAGO REGIONAL OFFICE OF THE
ILLINOIS STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
20 SOUTH CLARK STREET – SUITE 900, CHICAGO, IL
Welcoming Remarks by the Honorable Timothy C. Evans
Chief Judge - Circuit Court of Cook County
A panel of Alliance bar representatives will explain each aspect of the Alliance judicial evaluation process, give guidance on how candidates may most effectively present their credentials, and answer questions.
Presented by:
Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area
Black Women Lawyers’ Association of Greater Chicago
Chicago Council of Lawyers
Cook County Bar Association
Decalogue Society of Lawyers
Hellenic Bar Association
Illinois State Bar Association
Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago
Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois
Women’s Bar Association of Illinois
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Please register for this program by contacting Joyce Williams, Illinois State Bar Association
(phone) 312-726-8775 (fax) 312-726-9071 (e-mail) jwilliams@isba.org
Please print name _____________________________________________
Phone number _____________________________________________
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Chicago Committee Summer Soiree on June 28, 2007
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CHICAGO COMMITTEE SUMMER SOIREE
In place of its annual Reception for Summer Associates, the Chicago Committee will be hosting its first ever Summer Soireé! The Summer Soireé will bring together attorneys from different areas of the Chicago legal community: law firms, government, not-for-profit, law students, academia, etc. Come relax and network with a wide variety of attorneys.
Additionally, the celebratory event will feature remarks by Norman Y. Mineta, the 14th United States Secretary of Transporation. Mr. Mineta was previously the highest ranking Asian-American official in the U.S. government and has served under both the Clinton and Bush administrations. This will certainly be an event to remember!
Chicago Committee Summer Soireé
Thursday, June 28, 2007
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
5:30 Cocktail Reception
6:30 Welcome & Presentations
Hosted by Seyfarth Shaw LLP
131 South Dearborn Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60603
ALL ARE WELCOME
Space is limited, so please RSVP by Thursday, June 21 to Christina Harris at charris@chicagocommittee.org.
www.chicagocommittee.org
PLEASE DO NOT RSVP TO AABA.
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AABA Installation Ceremony on June 12, 2007
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Asian American Bar Association of Greater Chicago
Cordially Invites You to the Annual Installation Reception
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
DLA Piper
203 North LaSalle St., 17th Floor
Chicago, Illinois
Special Keynote Speaker
Tina Tchen
Swearing in by:
Honorable Maria Kuriakos Ciesel
Honorable Neera Lall Walsh
Please RSVP to Emily Riojas
(312)554-2081
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Expungement Summit on Saturday June 9, 2007
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EXPUNGEMENT SUMMIT
VOLUNTEER ATTORNEY TRA IINIING
Summit Sponsored By
THE HONORABLE DOROTHY BROWN
CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY
Along with the Honorable Richard Devine, Cook County State’s Attorney; Edwin Burnette, Cook County Public Defender; Baptist Ministers Conference of Chicago; Cabrini Green Legal Aid Clinic; CAPS; Chicago Police Department; Chicago Public Schools; Cook County Bar Association; Illinois Department of Employment Security; Illinois Prisoner Review Board; Illinois State Appellate Defender; Illinois State Police; NAACP; Partners United for Change; Safer Foundation; and Westside Ministers Coalition.
THE EXPUNGEMENT SUMMIT WILL BE HELD ON
SATURDAY ,, JUNE 9,, 2007
AT CHICAGO VOCATIONAL CAREER ACADEMY, 2100 E. 87 th STREET
Volunteer attorneys are needed to advise Expungement Summit attendees whether criminal records qualify for adult or juvenile expungement or sealing and to assist in filling out court forms. Attorneys will also learn to advise attendees about Executive Clemency/Pardons, Identity Theft Petitions in the Circuit Court, Certificates of Good Conduct issued by the Prisoner Review Board, and Certificates of Relief from Disabilities issued by the Circuit Court and the Prisoner Review Board.
VOLUNTEER ATTORNEY TRAINING SESSIONS ARE SCHEDULED FOR:
June 5, 2007
3:00-5:00 p.m.
Richard J. Daley Center
Room 1001
Please RSVP by e-mail to mrnoel@cookcountycourt.com.
June 6, 2007
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Lord Bissell & Brook
111 S. Wacker, 41st Floor
Please contact Marlene Noel at mrnoel@cookcountycourt.com or (312) 603-6565 with any questions.
Training provided by Cabrini Green Legal Aid Clinic and the Office of the Cook County Public Guardian.
Midday box lunches provided at Expungement Summit. Application for MCLE Credit pending.
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Cook County State's Attorney & Asian Pacific American Advisory Council Luncheon on May 23, 2007
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In Recognition of
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Richard A. Devine
Cook County State’s Attorney
&
The Asian Pacific American Advisory Council
request the pleasure of your company at the
ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY & RECEPTION
Honoring
Israel Desierto
Associate Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County
and
Gene Lee
Deputy Chief of Staff
City of Chicago
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Reception 5:30 p.m. - Program 6:30 p.m.
Three Happiness Restaurant
2130 South Wentworth Avenue
Chicago, Illinois
Mistress of Ceremonies
Rose Tibayan, Senior Producer, Medialink Worldwide
R.S.V.P. by May 18, 2007 (312) 603-8724
Thanks to State Farm
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