Wen Ho Lee Case Revisited at 25th Anniversary Legal Program

Wen Ho Lee Case Revisited at 25th Anniversary Legal Program

On May 29, 2025, the Federal Bar Association Chicago Chapter partnered with the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and the Asian American Bar Association of Greater Chicago (AABA Chicago) to present United States v. Wen Ho Lee – 25 Years Later. Held on the 25th floor of the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse, the program marked the culmination of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. It brought together judges, attorneys, and legal scholars for a thought-provoking exploration of a landmark federal case.

Read More
From Federal Judge Back to Litigator Recap
Event, Webinar, CLE Rick Young Event, Webinar, CLE Rick Young

From Federal Judge Back to Litigator Recap

On October 30, 2024, the Federal Bar Association Chicago Chapter hosted an engaging and insightful Zoom webinar featuring former U.S. District Judge Gary Feinerman in conversation with Judge Sunil R. Harjani. This virtual event, which offered one hour of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit, provided attendees with a unique opportunity to gain practical advice from two highly experienced legal professionals. The conversation spanned topics such as effective advocacy, litigation strategies, client communication, and the lessons Feinerman has carried into private practice from his years on the bench.

Read More
2024 Annual Meeting & Installation Luncheon Recap
In-Person, Event Rick Young In-Person, Event Rick Young

2024 Annual Meeting & Installation Luncheon Recap

The Federal Bar Association (FBA) Chicago Chapter hosted its 2024 Annual Meeting and Installation Luncheon on Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Union League Club in Chicago. The event drew a large crowd of federal judges and hundreds of legal practitioners from Chicago and surrounding areas, underscoring the chapter's prominent role in the legal community.

Read More