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A Welcome Message From the Chicago Lawyer Chapter

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On behalf of the Chicago Lawyer Chapter of ACS, welcome to our website.

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Board of Directors

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A Thank You To Our 2007-2008 Sponsors

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A Special Thank You To The 2007-2008 Chicago Lawyer Chapter Sponsors...

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Upcoming Events

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September 5, 2008: Supreme Court 2008-9 Term Preview, Noon, Chicago Bar Association (co-sponsored with the Chicago Bar Association's Constitutional Law and Civil Rights Committee), check with security for room number. Lunch available for purchase from the CBA servery.

September 18, 2008: Program on the Illinois Constitutional Convention Proposal featuring Dawn Clark Netsch, 2006 Chicago Lawyer Chapter Legal Legend, former Illinois State Senator and Comptroller; Lt. Gov. Pat Quinn, 2008 Legal Legends Lunch Keynote speaker and former Illinois State Treasurer; Illinois House of Representatives Member Mike Fortner (R-IL 95th); and Prof. Ronald Smith, Director, Center for Advocacy and Dispute Resolution, John Marshall Law School. The program will be moderated by Wayne Whalen, Managing Partner, of Chicago Lawyer Chapter Sponsor Skadden, Arps, Slate Meagher & Flom LLP (Chicago) and held at noon at John Marshall Law School (315 South Plymouth Drive) Room 300.

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds Program on Supreme Court Hot Topics

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From Left to Right: Professor Richard A. Epstein, Professor Geoffrey R. Stone, and moderator Alison Cuddy

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds Clerkship Event

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Panelists (L to R): Jack Theis, Michael Fridkin, Melissa Dorsey, Georgia Alexakis, and Michael Grossman

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds Free Speech and Academic Freedom Discussion

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On Tuesday, July 22, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter sponsored a noon-time discussion on "Free Speech and Academic Freedom", featuring Barry Sullivan, former Dean of Washington and Lee Law School and Partner at Chapter Sponsor Jenner & Block LLP, as discussion leader. This event was hosted by Chapter Sponsor Levin & Perconti LLP. A dozen participants exchanged views on whether academic freedom protects the faculty or the university, and the tension between academic freedom and the First Amendment. Distinctions between academic and clinical faculty were explored, as well as free speech limitations that a university can lawfully place on each.

Free speech as it affects government employees was also examined, particularly in light of Garcetti v. Ceballos, 547 U.S. 410 (2006). It became apparent that there are circumstances when the unfettered right of free speech must yield to the greater good of the whole.

The Chicago Lawyer Chapter's next discussion is planned for September.

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds A Discussion of CBOCS West, Inc. v. Humphries

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On July 1, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter held a brown bag luncheon discussion of the Supreme Court's decision in CBOCS West, Inc. v. Humphries, led by Cynthia Hyndman, the lawyer who won the case. The case holds that the Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits retaliation against workers who complain about racial discrimination. A dozen lawyers gathered for the discussion, which covered such subjects as why the Court took the case at all when every circuit to address the issue had agreed that the statute prohibited retaliation, how the case was briefed and the argument prepared, and why the opinion was written the way it was.

To see Chicago Daily Law Bulletin click here.

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds 5th Annual U.S. Supreme Court Term Review

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts "Safeguarding Seniors" Event

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On June 19, 2008, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter presented a panel entitled "Safeguarding our Seniors: Perspectives on Elder Law and Nursing Home Litigation," co-sponsored by the Public Interest Law Initiative. The panel featured Professor Marguerite Angelari who is the Goedert Professor of Law and Director of the Elder Law Initiative at Loyola University Law School, Steven Levin, of Levin & Perconti, and Kathleen Swanson who is the supervisory attorney of the Suburban Seniors and Ombudsman projects for the Legal Assistance Foundation of Metropolitan Chicago. Susan Feibus, a partner at Ungaretti & Harris moderated the panel and her firm hosted the event.

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts Summer Kickoff with Dean Koh

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On June 10, 2008, approximately 60 members and supporters of ACS'
Chicago Lawyer Chapter attended a summer kick-off event featuring Dean
Harold Hongju Koh of Yale Law School. Judge Peter Flynn made
introductory remarks, and chapter board member G. Marc Whitehead
introduced Dean Koh. The event was held at the offices of Mayer Brown
LLP.
In addition to serving as Dean of Yale Law School, Dean Koh is also
Gerard C. and Bernice Latrobe Smith Professor of International Law.
Dean Koh's remarks focused on the importance of a change in U.S.
international affairs and in the way U.S. courts view international law.
Dean Koh also stressed the importance of the next president's power to
nominate justices to the Supreme Court, and the importance of joining
and supporting organizations like ACS. Following Dean Koh's remarks,
attendees enjoyed refreshments.

To see Chicago Daily Law Bulletin click here.

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Holds Its Third Annual Legal Legends Luncheon

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ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts Newton Minow

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On May 28, 2008, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter joined with Sidley Austin LLP to host Newton N. Minow, Former Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Senior Counsel, Sidley Austin, and recent co-author of “Inside the Presidential Debates: Their Improbable Past and Promising Future.” Addressing an audience of 80 lawyers, summer associates, and ACS supporters, Minow provided an in-depth look at the legal issues related to the broadcasting of presidential debates framed in the fascinating context of cases significant in deciding both the extent of their role in American electoral politics and the rules which will continue to determine their impact for the foreseeable future. The event featured introductory remarks by Charles W. Douglas, a partner at Sidley Austin, highlighting Minow’s many career accomplishments. Attendees received .75 hours of CLE credit. ACS extends its thanks and gratitude to long-time supporter and sponsor Sidley Austin LLP for hosting this highly successful program.

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The California Supreme Court's Gay Marriage Decision: What Does It Mean and What's Next?

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On May 23, 2008, two dozen attendees participated in a discussion on the May 15, 2008 California Supreme Court ruling on gay marriage. The discussion was led by John Knight, Director, AIDS and Civil Liberties/Gay and Lesbian Rights Projects, American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois and Senior Staff Attorney, Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender & AIDS Project, American Civil Liberties Union. The discussion, which was organized by the Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society, was hosted by Chapter sponsor Miller Shakman & Beem LLP. Miller Shakman & Beem LLP partner Edward Feldman introduced Mr. Knight. The discussion centered on the rationale behind the court's decision, litigation on this issue pending in other states, and the issue of constitutional amendments on
gay marriage.

To see Chicago Daily Law Bulletin article click here.

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts Anthony Lewis

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On May 1, 2008, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society For Law & Policy, the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom and the McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum welcomed two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Anthony Lewis for an immensely enjoyable evening’s discussion on the 1st Amendment.

Mr. Lewis is one of the country’s most esteemed experts on the First Amendment and the author of the classic Gideon’s Trumpet. He came to share his latest work, Freedom for the Thought That We Hate: A Biography of the First Amendment, which traces the First Amendment from its early origins and engages such contemporary issues as hate speech and journalists' claim of a right to conceal confidential sources.

His biography includes:

1969-2001 Columnist for the New York Times op-ed page, including covering the U.S. Supreme Court.

Since the mid 1970’s Lewis has taught at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosts "Forum on Police Accountability: Meaningful Change or Work in Progress"

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts Prayer in Public Schools Event

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Hosts Congressman John Conyers, Jr. for Health Care Discussion

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On April 11, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter joined with the Northwestern School of Law ACS Chapter, Northwestern University School of Law, the Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University, the American Medical Students' Association, the Advocates for Reproductive Freedom and the Program on Global Health Law and Policy to host nearly 500 people to hear Congressman John Conyers, Jr., Chairman, Committee on the Judiciary, U.S. House of Representatives address the subject "Ending the U.S. Health Care Crisis: Reforming Health Care in 2008."

To see Chicago Daily Law Bulletin article click here.

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Equalitarian vs. Libertarian Constitutionalism: How Do They Differ, Should We Be Concerned?

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter held its monthly discussion group on the topic of “Equalitarian vs. Libertarian Constitutionalism: How Do They Differ, Should We be Concerned?” The lively discussion was moderated by two professors from John Marshall Law School, Walter Kendall, a progressive, and William Ford, a conservative. Participants delved into the legacy of historical theorists such as James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Locke, as well as the positions of modern-day advocates Cass Sunstein and Roger Pilon. Among the factors cited in favor of the progressive approach were the development of technology and the growth of international commerce, both of which have given rise to issues which the Founding Fathers never anticipated. Professors Kendall and Ford are working to develop a law school course that will further expand on upon this topic. Discussion participants actively contributed their ideas and suggested readings for the course.

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Due Process: Disgrace at Guantanamo Bay and Illinois Death Penalty Reforms

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On January 22, 2008 the Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society and The John Marshall Law School Faculty hosted an event entitled "Due Process: Disgrace at Guantanamo Bay and Illinois Death Penalty Reforms." The event featured Thomas P. Sullivan, a former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois and Partner at Jenner & Block LLP, and Professor Micheal Seng of The John Marshall Law School.

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Chicago Charlie Savage Event

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society, in collaboration with the Chicago Bar Association's Committee on Constitutional Law and Civil Rights, hosted Pultizer Prize winning journalist Charlie Savage on December 3, 2007. Savage, author of the book "TAKEOVER: The Return of the Imperial Presidency and the Subversion of American Democracy," spoke to a large crowd who gathered to hear his cautionary remarks regarding the dangers of the power grab being orchestrated by the Executive branch. Jeffrey E. Martin, a partner at Levin & Perconti, introduced Savage by highlighting his remarkable accomplishments and the glowing reviews that the book has garnered. An intense question-and-answer period followed Savage's prepared remarks.

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Chicago Caucus and Primary Program

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On Wednesday November 28, 2007, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted an event entitled "The Early Caucus and Primary System: Should Voters in Iowa and New Hampshire Be Picking the Presidential Candidates?". The discussion featured Ed Fallon, Jr., Former Seven-term Iowa State Representative; 2006 Candidate for the Democratic Nomination for Governor of Iowa; Co-founder of the Progressive Organization I'm for Iowa; Iowa Consultant with the Edwards for President Campaign; and Alan Gitelson, Professor and Former Chair of the Political Science Department at Loyola University of Chicago; Frequent Commentator on Election Issues. The event was moderated by Amy M. Gardner, Associate, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP; Former Iowa Political Campaign Staffer. The disscussion was co-sponsored by the DePaul University College of Law Student Chapter of the American Constitution Society. To view the event announcement, click here.

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Republic 2.0: Featuring Cass Sunstein

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Republic 2.0

On October 10, 2007, nearly 50 Chicago ACS members and supporters attended "Republic 2.0", featuring author and professor Cass Sunstein, of the University of Chicago Law School. Professor Sunstein, in a program led by former Chicago Public Radio host Gretchen Helfrich, discussed his recent book, Republic.com 2.0, and the importance of exposure to opposing viewpoints in ensuring moderation in legal, public policy, and other decision-making. The Chicago Lawyer Chapter co-sponsored the event with the McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum.

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The Impact of 9/11 on Immigration Policy

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter 9.11 Panel

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Wins National Chapter of the Year Award

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From Left: David Austin, Ruth Goldman, and Amy Gardner

The American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (ACS) honored its Chicago Lawyer Chapter last week with its 2007 Lawyer Chapter of the Year Award. ACS’ Lawyer Chapter of the Year Award is given to the ACS lawyer chapter which has distinguished itself by hosting a large number of quality substantive legal events, forming partnerships with a diversity of bar associations and other legal organizations and reaching out to diverse new members and law students.

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The First Amendment: A Debate on Current Issues Facing the U.S. Supreme Court

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The ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted "The First Amendment: A Debate on Current Issues Facing the U.S. Supreme Court" on July 12, 2007. The event, held at the McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum, featured a discussion regarding the Supreme Court rulings on several key First Amendment issues this term including items related to Teacher Union dues (freedom of assembly) and the prominent "Bong Hits 4 Jesus" case. The featured panelists included Richard Epstein, the James Parker Hall Distinguished Service Professor of Law, Faculty Director for Curriculum, and Director of the Law and Economics Program at University of Chicago Law School; Geoffrey Stone, the Harry Kalven, Jr. Distinguished Service Professor of Law at University of Chicago Law School; and was moderated by Donald Downs, Professor of Politics at the University of Wisconsin.

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The 2006-07 Supreme Court Term - The Relationship between the Justices' Views about Discrimination and The Opinions

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On July 9th, the ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted "The 2006-07 Supreme Court Term - The Relationship between the Justices' Views about Discrimination and The Opinions". The event featured a discussion with Carolyn Shapiro Assistant Professor of Law, Chicago Kent College of Law; former clerk, Justice Stephen G. Breyer, and centered on Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Inc; Gonzales v. Carhart; Parents Involved in Community Schools v. Seattle School District No. 1; and Meredith v. Jefferson County Board of Education.

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Presents "Fourth Annual U.S. Supreme Court Term Review"

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On June 26, 2007, the ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted its Fourth Annual U.S. Supreme Court Term Review. In the immediate wake of the Term's conclusion, the panel of distinguished constitutional law professors and practitioners analyzed some of the Court’s key decisions and their potential impact on law, business and society. This discussion, sponsored by Mayer Brown Rowe & Maw, featured panelists: Susan Bandes, Distinguished Research Professor, DePaul University College of Law, and Visiting Professor, University of Chicago Law School; Leah Bartelt, Reproductive Rights Staff Counsel, ACLU of Illinois; David Franklin, Assistant Professor of Law, DePaul University College of Law; Jeffrey W. Sarles, Partner, Mayer Brown Rowe & Maw LLP;Barry Sullivan, Partner, Jenner & Block and Former Dean, Washington & Lee University School of Law; and was moderated by Steve Sanders, Associate, Mayer Brown Rowe & Maw LLP.

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Presents "Women of Color in the Legal Profession: Success Strategies for Law Firms"

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Tuesday, June 19, 2007 the Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted an event entitled "Women of Color in the Legal Profession: Success Strategies for Law Firms".

The event was hosted by Jenner & Block, and co-sponsored by the ABA Commission on Women in the Profession as well as other prominent organizations and law firms. The discussion featured: Paulette Brown, Partner, Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge LLP and Chair, ABA Commission on Women in the Profession - Women of Color Committee; Gregory S. Gallopoulos, Managing Partner, Jenner & Block LLP; Susan R. Lichtenstein, Corporate Vice President and General Counsel, Baxter International, Inc.; Pamela J. Roberts , Partner, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP and Chair, ABA Commission on Women in the Profession; Vincent A.F. Sergi, National Managing Partner, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP; Christina M. Tchen, Partner, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates; and Charlotte L. Wager, Director of Professional Development and Partner, Jenner & Block LLP.

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Presents "Police Oversight in Chicago"

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Thursday, June 7, 2007 the Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted an event entitled "Police Oversight in Chicago: Should the Office of Professional Standards be Changed or Replaced?".

A sell-out crowd of more than 80 lawyers, law students, and judges attended to hear the panel, consisting of Locke Bowman (Clinical Associate Professor Law and Director of the MacArthur Justice Center, Northwestern University School of Law), Craig Futterman (Clinical Professor of Law, Mandel Legal Aid Clinic, University of Chicago Law School), and Mara Georges (City of Chicago Corporation Counsel) discuss the Mayor's proposed ordinance to change the Office of Professional Standards. The panel was moderated by Scott Lassar (Partner, Sidley Austin LLP; Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Illinois) and was co-sponsored by the Chicago Council of Lawyers. Sidley Austin LLP, one of the Chicago Lawyer Chapter's sponsors, hosted the event.

The program was recorded by CAN TV and will broadcast at a later date.

View Event Announcement Here

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Presents Its 2007 Chicago Legal Legends Luncheon

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Keynote speaker Judge David S. Tatel

On Thursday, May 31, 2007, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society (ACS) hosted its annual Legal Legends Luncheon. This spectacular event honored The Honorable Mary Ann McMorrow, Ronald S. Miller, James D. Montogmery, and The Honorable Milton I. Shadur. In addition to remarks from all of the 2007 Honorees, the event also featured introducations by Professor Geoffrey Stone, welcoming remarks from ACS Executive Director Lisa Brown, and a keynote address by Judge David S. Tatel.

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Chicago Legal Legends Luncheon

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter of the American Constitution Society presents its

2008 Chicago Legal Legends Luncheon

Friday, June 6, 2008
12:00 p.m.
The University Club of Chicago
Cathedral Hall
76 East Monroe St.
Chicago, Illinois

Featuring Keynote Address by:

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn

Honorees include:

The Honorable James B. Moran
The Honorable Ilana K. D. Rovner
Lowell E. Sachnoff
Thomas P. Sullivan

And the first recipient of the Ruth Goldman Award:

Colleen K. Connell

With remarks by: Professor Geoffrey R. Stone and Lisa Brown

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Discussion Group

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Please join the Chicago Lawyer Chapter for a brown bag lunch series of participatory, small group discussions.

The group meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 12:15 at John Marshall Law School- located at 315 S. Plymouth Court (next door to the Chicago Bar Association). Guests and prospective ACS members are always welcome.

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter Presents "Storming the Court"

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Brandt Goldstein, author of "Storming the Court: How A Band of Yale Law Students Sued the President and Won", speaking to the Chicago Lawyer Chapter

On February 8, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted Brandt Goldstein, the author of "Storming the Court: How a Band of Yale Law Students Sued the President and Won". Goldstein told the story of his classmates at Yale Law, who fought for the release of Haitian refugees held as prisoners at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

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The Myth of Judicial Activism, ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter

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Kermit Roosevelt, III, author of The Myth of Judicial Activism, signing his book

In January, the Chicago Lawyer Chapter hosted Kermit Roosevelt, who spoke about "The Myth of Judicial Activism." Kermit Roosevelt is an Assistant Professor of Law at the University of Pennsylvania Law School and he spoke to chapter members about his new book: The Myth of Judicial Activism: Making Sense of Supreme Court Decisions. The event was co-sponsored by the DePaul College of Law ACS Student Chapter. Chapter members enjoyed hearing Kermit speak about his study of many Supreme Court Justices and their decisions.

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Murders that Weren't

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The Chicago Lawyer Chapter discussion "Murders that Weren't: Cases of Wrongful Convictions where no Crime was Committed" on August 1, 2006 was a success! The event hosted Skadden Chicago managing partner Wayne Whalen introducing Rob Warden, Executive Director of the Northwestern Center on Wrongful Convictions.

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Chicago Lawyer Chapter Honors Legal Legends

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The ACS Chicago Lawyer Chapter held a luncheon last week honoring Chicago Legal Legends Hon. George Leighton, Hon. Newton Minow, Hon. Dawn Clark Netsch and Hon. Abner Mikva. The keynote speaker was Congresswoman Jan Schakowsy. ACS Executive Director Lisa Brown and Professor Geoffrey Stone also made remarks at the event, which drew over 160 attendees. Above (from left to right): Prof. Geoffrey Stone; Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky; Hon. George Leighton; Hon. Dawn Clark Netsch; Hon. Abner Mikva; Hon. Newton Minow; Hon. Lisa Madigan and ACS Executive Director Lisa Brown.

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Chicago Legal Legends Luncheon

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Event Description:

The American Constitution Society

cordially invites you to a luncheon honoring legal legends:

The Honorable George N. Leighton

The Honorable Abner J. Mikva

The Honorable Newton N. Minow

The Honorable Dawn Clark Netsch

Keynote Speaker

Jan Schakowsky

Representative, 9th Congressional District of Illinois

With remarks by:

Lisa Brown, ACS Executive Director

Geoffrey R. Stone, Harry Kalven, Jr. Distinguished Service Professor of Law at the University of Chicago Law School and ACS Board Member