In April, Sidebar with Judge Kim focuses on best practices in federal court for effective motion practice. Judge Kim will moderate an in-depth discussion of this topic with Judges Shah, Hunt, and McShain, all of the Northern District of Illinois. The webinar will be held on April 17, 2026, 12:00-1:00 p.m. This complimentary event is open to all and directed in particular for junior attorneys and law students.

Illinois general CLE credit will be sought for practicing attorneys. 

Note:  To facilitate an open and frank discussion with the panel and to encourage active audience participation, this program will not be recorded.  Register today.

The Asian American Bar Association of the Greater Chicago Area will be hosting its 38th Annual Awards Ceremony & Reception on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at The Exchange at 5:30 pm. This annual event recognizes esteemed colleagues in our legal community as well as our officers, board of directors, and honorary board.

Our 2026 award recipients are Uma Amuluru (In-House Counsel Leadership Award), Jason C. Kim (Law Firm Partner Leadership Award), and Kim Leung (Justice Award).

For nearly forty years, AABA Chicago has played a pivotal role in encouraging diversity, promoting the area’s vibrant legal community, and representing the interests of thousands of community stakeholders. Our 2025-26 year has been one of our most active and impactful programming years! In large part, we are able to pursue and advance our mission due to your generous support. As AABA Chicago hosts its 2026 Awards Ceremony, we hope that you will support us by sponsoring and attending this event.

Validated on-site parking available at Millennium Garages, Grant Park South Garage, with pedestrian access just steps from the front entrance.

Contact chicago.aabachicago@gmail.com or tkim@chuhak.com for a sponsorship packet or with any questions.

Please register by Monday, April 27, 2026.  

Business Attire | Cultural Attire Optional

Schedule
Cocktail Reception: 5:30-6:45
Seated Dinner Begins: 6:45
Program: 7:00-7:45
Dessert, Cocktails and Snacks, Networking: 7:45-10:00
(timing subject to change)