Implicit and Unconsious Bias (FCST)

Attorney Monica Khetarpal will lead this training on unconscious and implicit bias. The training will cover what diversity, equity and inclusion really mean; what unconscious bias is; why it matters in Collaborative divorce and you; and how this fits in the legal framework. REGISTER 

Motivational Interviewing (FCST)

Richard Rutschman, an educator and professional development facilitator with expertise in motivational interviewing, will lead this training. Participate and learn what motivational interviewing is, how it can be used in the Collaborative process, and strategies for implementing this technique with your own clients. Zoom program. REGISTER

Western Suburbs Practice Group Meeting

Western Suburbs Practice Group Meeting (Zoom) Fellows Brandi Ruffalo and Nancy Chausow Shafer will present Avoiding the Top Ten Tax Mistakes. Tax mistakes in divorce calculations can result in bad settlements for clients. We will illustrate the use of the powerful tax engine built into Family Law Software to avoid these mistakes and to support the mission [...]

North Shore Practice Group Meeting

North Shore Practice Group Meeting (Zoom) Zoom meeting. Questions? Contact Rita Ghose (rita@rmgfamilylaw.com) or Rachel Moore (rachel@rachelmoorelaw.com).

Loop Practice Group Meeting

The Group will discuss “lessons learned” (positive or negative) from past experiences. They will also discuss the transition of the Group's Co-Leader roles to James Feldman and Jody Schneiderman. Questions? Contact Gabriela Asrow (gasrow@hoffenbergandblock.com) or Aubrey Parker (aparker@aparkerlegal.com).

Lake Co. Practice Group Meeting

We will be having a discussion this month about cases and challenges that you may be experiencing. Questions? Contact Ellene Lammers (ellenelammers@gmail.com).

Fellows Collaborative Skills Training (FCST)

This training will have a financial focus and will be presented through Zoom. Presenters are all CDI Fellows and include: Kim Grady (financial) Eva Kogut (attorney) Jeff Kostis (financial) Theresa Beran Kulat (attorney) Brandi Ruffalo (financial) Anne Schmidt More information coming soon.

Town Hall

Town Hall meeting by Zoom with CDI President Lydia Richardson and other members of the Board of Directors. Contact the CDI administrator for more information.