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One week ago, we came together for the Chicago Council of Lawyers’ More Perfect Union Fund Luncheon. Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and helped make this year’s event such a meaningful success. If you weren’t able to attend or if you’d like to continue supporting our mission, you can still get involved by joining or renewing your membership, making a charitable donation, and more by visiting our website chicagocouncil.org. (Link in bio!) We’ll be sharing more videos highlighting inspiring moments and conversations from our program soon. Thank you for standing with the Chicago Council of Lawyers and for helping us build a more perfect union.
We look forward to seeing everyone today at the Chicago Council of Lawyers’ More Perfect Union Fund Luncheon at the University Club of Chicago. Although registration is now closed, you can still support by making a charitable donation that reflects your commitment to advancing justice, accountability, and the rule of law. Visit our website to learn more: https://chicagocouncil.org/event/more-perfect-union-fund-luncheon/ (Link in bio!) We are grateful for your commitment to our mission and ongoing work to strengthen democratic institutions, promote judicial integrity, and advance equal access to justice! Stay tuned for more highlights from the event, and if you’re attending, be sure to share your photos and reflections from the luncheon and tag us!
Is money in politics a threat to American Democracy? What is money’s role in politics? Has it gotten out of hand, and if so, what might we, as voters or states, with policymakers, do? Join us at 11:30 AM CT Friday, 6/26, at the Union League Club of Chicago for a lively discussion of some competing views and proposed answers to these and other questions. https://chicagocouncil.org/event/civil-disagreements-is-money-in-politics-a-threat-to-american-democracy/ (Click ‘Upcoming Events’ in link in bio!)
Join the Chicago Council of Lawyers on June 23rd at the University Club of Chicago for the More Perfect Union Luncheon. This year's program features Liam Connell of the Patriotic Millionaires discussing economic inequality and the reforms needed to build an economy that works for everyone. The event will also feature a conversation between Cara Hendrickson, Executive Deputy Attorney General of Illinois, and Professor Sharon Fairley on federal accountability, civil rights, and the rule of law. Together, these discussions will explore some of the most important legal, economic, and civic challenges facing our communities today. Learn more and reserve your seat today! (Link in bio!)
The Chicago Council of Lawyers is working to strengthen its impact at a critical moment for the rule of law and access to justice. David Melton, the Acting Executive Director, encourages you to join us on June 23rd at the University Club of Chicago to support the Council’s ongoing work and help build a stronger future for the organization. Learn more & support: https://chicagocouncil.org/event/more-perfect-union-fund-luncheon (Link in bio!)
The IL Supreme Court is seeking applicants to serve on the IL State Public Defender Commission, a body charged with strengthening public defense services across the state. This is an important opportunity to help shape the future of indigent defense in IL. Learn more: https://chicagocouncil.org/il-supreme-court-seeks-applicants-for-il-state-public-defender-commission/ (Click ‘Latest News’ in link in bio!)
At a time when the rule of law is under real strain, supporting fairness, equality, and accountability matters more than ever. Join the Chicago Council of Lawyers on June 23rd for the More Perfect Union luncheon to support CCL’s ongoing work to promote judicial integrity, transparency, and access to justice. Learn more and support: https://chicagocouncil.org/event/more-perfect-union-fund-luncheon (Link in bio!)
Yesterday, David Melton, Acting Executive Director of the Chicago Council of Lawyers, attended the swearing-in ceremony for the new Circuit Court of Cook County Associate Judges. Through its judicial evaluation work, CCL remains committed to promoting fair, qualified, and accountable judges who uphold the rule of law and serve the public with integrity. Visit chicagocouncil.org to learn more about our judicial evaluations, advocacy efforts, and how you can get involved & support!
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