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Encouraging Leadership

By enhancing mentorship programs, experienced attorneys should help new lawyers prepare for successful healthy careers.

Promoting Diversity

The ISBA must strive to ensure that people of all races, genders, and sexual orientations are represented in the legal profession.

Building Community

We should help attorneys connect with each other and build strong relationships through technology and personal contact.

Setting Out to Make a Difference for Illinois Lawyers

Shawn Kasserman believes that by working together, the members of the ISBA can overcome the challenges facing those in the legal profession. By emphasizing respect and professionalism, we can demonstrate our integrity and our willingness to give back to our communities. We can also bring the legal community together, building relationships through both technological resources and face-to-face contact. The life-long friendships and partnerships can be leveraged to not only enhance the practice of law, but to improve the public good.

It is also imperative for the ISBA to improve leadership development. By implementing mentorship programs at law schools throughout the state of Illinois, we can help new lawyers build rich relationships with those who are more experienced, ensuring that they are prepared for a successful legal career. We can also take steps to promote diversity in the legal profession, encouraging attorneys of every race, gender, and sexual orientation in their practice and ensuring that all Illinois citizens are represented. By building strong relationships and encouraging leadership, we can ensure that Illinois lawyers are prepared to meet the challenges of the future.

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My Friends,

Today I announce my candidacy for 3rd Vice President of the Illinois State Bar Association. The ISBA has benefited me immeasurably since I joined the Young Lawyers Division in 1991. It is time for me to give back. My pledge is to highlight, enhance, and build upon the foundation the ISBA has proudly established over the last 142 years.

Times change, but values do not. My objective is to help membership foster the innovations rapidly headed our way through technology while assuring that we continue to cherish the relationships that are the heart of the ISBA. I believe that the privilege of being an ISBA member comes with a responsibility to mentor, assist, and promote other lawyers – of every gender, race, and sexual orientation. I have tried to hold true to that maxim my entire career, and it drives my decision to run for this office.

I am excited to travel across Illinois to meet old friends and make new ones, but most importantly, to hear what ISBA members feel their Statewide Bar Association can to do for them. I would love to interact with you in person, by phone (312-605-8812), or by email.

Very truly yours,

Shawn Kasserman

Upcoming Events Throughout the State

Shawn Kasserman is honored to have the chance to meet with attorneys throughout the state of Illinois at a variety of events. He values any opportunity to speak about the challenges we face, the issues that the ISBA should address, or the ways lawyers can connect with each other and work together. Shawn hopes to be at many of the upcoming events, and if you would like to suggest an event that you would like Shawn to attend, please contact us.

Events Recently Attended:

3/1/20 - Took a break to babysit TKK’s newest family member, Lincoln Vienna Grim
2/28/20 - DuPage County Bar Association Judges’ Night – Flying Too Close to the Sun
2/28/20 - ISBA Speed Networking/Wine Tasting
2/28/20 - ISBA Bench & Bar Meeting
2/27/20 - Decalogue Society of Lawyers Reception Honoring the Judiciary
2/27/20 - Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago Board Swearing Ceremony
2/27/20 - Center for Disability and Elder Law – Light Up the Loop
2/27/20 - Earl Burrus Dickerson Award Luncheon
2/26/20 - Cook County Bar Association – A Legend’s Luncheon
2/25/20 - McHenry County Bar Association General Meeting
2/24/20 - Advocates Society Installation Dinner
2/24/20 - ISBA Mutual Lunch & Learn – Avoiding Conflicts of Interest
2/20/20 - Chicago Bar Association YLS Casino Night
2/20/20 - DCBA February Unwind Event
2/20/20 - Form the Women Everywhere
2/13/20 - Justinian Children’s Endowment Foundation and Windy City Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club Casino Night
2/13/20 - North Suburban Bar Association All Bar Networking Social
2/8/20 - Society of Trial Lawyers Gala
1/30/20 - Women’s Bar Association of Illinois New Year, New Members & New Bar Admittees Reception
1/24/20 - DuPage County Bar Association Memorial Program
1/23/20 - St. Clair County Bar Association Casino Night
1/22/20 - Arab American Bar Association Board of Directors Reception Honoring the Honorable Rouhy J. Shalabi
1/18/20 - Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Association Installation Dinner
1/16/20 - DePaul Alumni Boards Reception
1/3/20 - Puerto Rican Bar Association Three Kings Party & Scholarship Fundraiser
12/19/19 - DuPage Bar Foundation Holiday Breakfast
12/13/19 - ISBA Young Lawyers’ Division Holiday Party
12/11/19 - Champaign County Bar Association Holiday Dinner
12/6/19 - Illinois Supreme Court Dinner
12/5/19 - 12/7/19 - ISBA Joint Midyear Meeting
12/4/19 - West Suburban Bar Association Holiday Party
12/4/19 - ISBA Diversity Reception
12/4/19 - Stephen Komie's Christmas Party
12/4/19 - Public Interest Law Initiative Annual Awards Luncheon
12/4/19 - ISBA Diversity Reception
12/3/19 - Diversity Scholarship Foundation & John Marshall Law School Unity Award Dinner
11/25/19 - Senator Dick Durbin Event
11/21/19 - Justinian Society of Lawyers Past President & Scholarship Dinner
11/21/19 - Megan Kathleen Mulay Event
11/21/19 - Advocates Society Annual Scholarship and Fundraiser
11/21/19 - American Board of Trial Advocates Judge of the Year Luncheon
11/20/19 - Arab American Bar Association Judicial Reception
11/19/19 - Chris Stacey for Judge Event
11/18/19 - West Suburban Bar Association Meeting
11/18/19 - Justice Jesse Reyes Reception
11/16/19 - South Asian Bar Association of Chicago Gala
11/15/19 - Lawndale Christian Legal Clinic Board of Directors Retreat
11/14/19 - Illinois Lawyers’ Assistance Program Annual Dinner
11/14/19 - ISBA Distinguished Counsellors Luncheon
11/13/19 - Peck and Wright Holiday Reception for Friends
11/13/19 - Law Bulletin’s 10th Annual Symposium with the Judges
11/12/19 – DeKalb County Bar Luncheon
11/9/19 – Misericordia Heart of Mercy Ball
11/6/19 – American College of Trial Lawyers Fall Fellows Dinner
11/6/19 – West Suburban Bar Association Judge’s Night
11/5/19 – Alvarez and Marsal Event
11/4/19 – Judge Lynn Weaver Boyle Event
11/2/19 – Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois Foundation Scholarship Ball
11/1/19 – Lawndale Christian Legal Center Gala
10/25/19 – Girls in Crisis Part II
10/25/19 – ISBA Bench & Bar Section Council Meeting
10/24/19 – Women’s Criminal Defense Bar Association Fall Fundraiser
10/24/19 – Justinian Society of Lawyers and National Italian American Bar Association Cocktail Reception
10/24/19 – 10th Annual JVR Awards for Trial Lawyer Excellence
10/23/19 – North Suburban Bar Association Meeting
10/18/19 – Illinois Bar Foundation Gala
10/17/19 – Advocates Society Judges’ Night
10/17/19 – DuPage County Bar Association Happy Hour
10/16/19 – Illinois Workers’ Compensation Attorneys Meeting
10/16/19 – Women’s Bar Association of Illinois’ 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment Luncheon
10/15/19 – Kids In Danger Annual Fall Wine Tasting
10/15/19 – Clark Hill’s Autumn on the Terrace
10/14/19 - Peoria County Bar Association Professional Responsibility Seminar With Jeffrey Corso, Kathryne Hayes, and Melissa Smart
10/11/19 - Lawyers Trust Fund Board Meeting
10/11/19 - ITLA Update and Review Seminar at the J.W. Marriott
10/10/19 - Will County Bar Association Gala at the Renaissance Center of Joliet Celebrating 150 Years of Legal Excellence
10/10/19 - Women's Bar Foundation 2019 Scholarship Award Luncheon
10/9/19 - Lesbian and Gay Bar Association of Chicago Bring Your Authentic Self to Work Seminar at Hinshaw & Culbertson
10/7/19 - West Suburban Bar Association Meeting at the Clubhouse in Oak Brook
10/3/19 - ATG's 2019 Top Member Event at Rockwell on the River
10/3/19 - Congresswoman Robin Kelly's Delicate Balance Luncheon Featuring Guest Speaker Mayor Lori Lightfoot
10/2/19 - DePaul College of Law Alumni Reception at W Chicago-City Center Hotel
10/2/19 - Fischel Kahn Open House Celebrating 100 Year Firm Anniversary
10/1/19 - Catholic Lawyers Guild of Chicago Red Mass & Reception
9/27/19 - ITLA Southern Illinois Judicial & Legislative Night, St. Louis
9/26/19 - ISBA Solo and Small Firm Conference, Springfield
9/25/19 - Illinois Judge’s Annual Reception
9/24/19 - North Suburban Bar Association Dinner
9/19/19 - ITLA Cook County Judicial & Legislative Reception
9/17/19 - Asian American Bar Association Installation and Awards Ceremony
9/12/19 - Justinian Society of Lawyers Annual Installation and Awards Dinner
9/11/19 - Chicago Bar Association Golf Outing Dinner
9/4/19 - Myles Jacobs Memorial Reception
8/28/19 - American Board of Trial Advocates Cocktail Event
8/23/19 - ITLA Northern Illinois Golf Outing
8/15/19 - DuPage County Bar Association Happy Hour
8/9/19 - Women’s Bar Association of Illinois Golf Outing
7/11/19 - ISBA Awards Ceremony
6/27/19 - Lawyers’ Trust Fund Reception
6/25/19 - Hosted DePaul Alumni Event
6/20/19 - ITLA Southern Illinois Golf Outing
6/7/19 - ITLA President’s Reception
6/4/19 - NIJC Human Rights Awards

Experience and Leadership for the ISBA

Shawn Kasserman has had a respect for the law since an early age due to his relationship with his grandfather, Illinois Appellate Court Justice George Kasserman. He has worked as a trial lawyer for nearly 30 years, and he understands the issues and challenges that Illinois attorneys face. He understands the importance of strong relationships, mentorship, and community service, and he believes that the ISBA can provide attorneys with the resources and relationships they need to succeed.

Shawn has been actively involved in the ISBA throughout his career, including serving as President of the Illinois Bar Foundation, Treasurer of the Board of Governors, and the chair of the Young Lawyers Division. He is prepared to lead the ISBA into the future and ensure that it continues to meet the needs of Illinois attorneys.

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VOTE SHAWN KASSERMAN FOR ISBA THIRD VP

Improving Leadership Development

Mentorship programs at law schools can help new lawyers prepare for the practice of law.

Promoting Diversity

The ISBA should value and promote diversity in race, gender, and sexual orientation among attorneys.

Utilizing Technological Resources

The ISBA can leverage online tools to help lawyers connect with each other and enhance their legal practice.

Face-to-Face Contact

We can provide opportunities to build and enhance personal relationships in the legal community.

Community Service

We can encourage pro bono work and other ways of giving back to the community.

Respect and Professionalism

The ISBA can help demonstrate that Illinois attorneys are trustworthy, empathetic, and responsive to people's needs.

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