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Lucy Park has been a longtime volunteer and supporter of CDEL. She served on CDEL’s Governing Board for twelve years from 2010 until 2022. She and her firm, Perkins Coie LLP, have been dedicated supporters of CDEL for many years. Please read CDEL’s feature on Lucy and her work with CDEL and stay tuned throughout 2024 to learn more about CDEL’s rich history. |
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Answering the Call to Serve CDEL
Around 2005, Lucy saw an email request asking for help with the preparation of a will for a CDEL client. She had been interested in pro bono work, but there were not many pro bono projects that Lucy had heard about where an estate attorney like Lucy could assist. “When I saw the email, I jumped on the opportunity. It was a very rewarding and meaningful experience and I was hoping there would be more opportunities.” It wasn’t long before Lucy was a regular CDEL volunteer and her hope to serve in a larger capacity was answered.
Lucy joined CDEL’s Governing Board in 2010. While on the Board, Lucy helped develop new programs like CDEL’s Senior Center Initiative (SCI) and Power of Attorney (POA) Workshops. “It was a thrill to be able to contribute my legal knowledge to the development of programs that eventually became mainstays of CDEL,” said Lucy. Lucy and her firm would also bring Summer Associates to volunteer at SCI Workshops. “The Summer Associates told me that volunteering with CDEL is the best client work they get to do all summer!” shared Lucy enthusiastically. In 2021, Lucy and her Perkins Coie colleagues helped CDEL move its fundraising to another level by helping CDEL expand and develop the giving section on CDEL’s website. They assisted by drafting language to denote different planned giving options CDEL has to offer.
CDEL has influenced Lucy in many ways in her practice. “I believe CDEL has made me a more humane lawyer,” stated Lucy. “Through programs like the SCI and POA workshops, I have been able to expose fellow Perkins Coie LLP colleagues to CDEL’s work and see their appreciation for what CDEL does every day. It has been a great bonding opportunity for me and my colleagues.” Personal Motivation to Support CDEL
Lucy has an autistic son and when she joined CDEL’s Board, he was still receiving school services. “I was and am still very aware that our son had access to therapy and support since he was a small child that others do not. It has been important to me and my husband to support organizations like CDEL that provide services to people with disabilities and those in need.”
Lucy retired from the CDEL Board in 2022, but remains an active and passionate supporter. “CDEL is on a great path. It has a well thought out Strategic Plan in place, terrific Board and Staff leadership and many stakeholders committed to its growth. I am proud to be one of them!” CDEL is proud and grateful to claim Lucy Park as a treasured and respected volunteer whose service and contributions are deeply appreciated.
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CDEL Welcomes Russ Molter as its New Governing Board President |
This past June, CDEL transitioned the role of President of the CDEL Governing Board from Theresa Jaffe of Theresa Jaffe Consulting to Russ Molter of Cornerstone Research. Both Theresa and Russ have dedicated many years of leadership and service to CDEL and its mission. |
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At CDEL's Appreciation Event in June, Russ spoke about his and Theresa's service to CDEL over the years:
"I am excited to move into the role of CDEL’s Governing Board President, and I look forward to working with the Board, staff, and the many partners and friends of CDEL. For the past eight years I have served on the Executive Committee of the Board with Theresa. Thank you to Theresa for her remarkable leadership all these years, in particular the last two as President. Her outstanding contributions and unwavering commitment to CDEL’s mission have set a high bar for the rest of us." - CDEL Governing Board President Russ Molter
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Please join all of us at CDEL in thanking and congratulating both Theresa and Russ for their years of dutiful and committed service to CDEL and its mission! |
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CDEL Welcomes Five New Board Members |
In June, CDEL welcomed five new board members to the CDEL Board of Directors. They are: Randall Fearnow, Douglas Graham, Beatrice James-Moore, Peter A. James, and Ken Johnston. Read below to learn more about our new members! |
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Randall Fearnow, Quarles & Brady LLP: Randall Fearnow is a Partner at Quarles & Brady LLP where he is a counsel on administrative matters that impact health care providers. He has been certified as a health care arbitrator by the American Health Law Association and can serve as an arbitrator in health law disputes. Why Randall Joined CDEL’s Board: “A legal career in long term care, along with service on the Board of the Chicago Bar Foundation, has prepared me for this opportunity. I look forward to sharing my expertise and knowledge to improve the lives of seniors and at-risk individuals.” |
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Douglas Graham, LanzaJet, Inc: Douglas Graham is a Vice President and General Counsel at LanzaJet, Inc. He focuses on intellectual property, international commercial transactions, and construction contracting.
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Why Douglas Joined CDEL’s Board: "I'm delighted to be joining the board to assist in the critical work that CDEL is doing for the Greater Chicago area. I've been aware of CDEL's work for years and have long admired what they have managed to do with limited resources and a small staff. I'm especially interested in elder care issues, particularly the legal challenges that this population struggles with, and what their families who are supporting their efforts to maintain independence encounter."
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| Peter A. James, PhD; HCG Consulting Solutions, Inc: Peter James is the President and CEO of HCG Consulting Solutions, Inc. He is the owner and entrepreneur of a global management consulting, corporate and leadership coaching organization. Why Peter Joined CDEL’s Board: “Throughout my life, I have always desired to serve my neighbors; particularly those who have faced marginalization due to various circumstances. Serving as a board member with CDEL, I now realize that I can take this commitment to new heights. Thanks so much for the opportunity to serve.” |
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Beatrice James-Moore, Retired: Beatrice James-Moore retired in December 2022, after a 35+ year career as a commercial attorney in corporate America, with most of her career spent as an in-house counsel with AT&T and its predecessor companies.
Why Beatrice Joined CDEL’s Board: “I was initially introduced to CDEL through the AT&T Legal Department Pro Bono Committee volunteer program. More recently, I learned more about CDEL through my friend, CDEL Board Member Diane Bonina. After engaging with the organization’s mission and meeting numerous board members, the Executive Director, and other CDEL staff, I felt compelled to support CDEL and its mission. I am honored to join the CDEL Board and look forward to working to advance CDEL’s mission.”
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Ken Johnston, AT&T: Ken Johnston is an Assistant Vice President – Senior Legal Counsel for AT&T. He has worked at AT&T his whole career on both the business and legal sides of the company including as a legal counsel, negotiator, and contract administration and development. He is also the chair of AT&T’s Midwest Region Pro Bono Committee.
Why Ken Joined CDEL’s Board: “I’m excited to join the governing board of CDEL and to be a part of furthering CDEL’s mission. Helping the elderly and those with disabilities gain access to legal resources is important to me, and CDEL has a long track record of providing this access. While I will continue to aid CDEL in pro bono efforts with their constituency, I look forward to providing leadership and guidance on an organizational scale.” |
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Please join us in welcoming Randall, Douglas, Peter, Beatrice, and Ken to CDEL's Governing Board! |
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CDEL Recognized By AgeOptions
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CDEL was honored to be recognized by AgeOptions at its 50th Anniversary Symposium & Recognition Luncheon Celebration. CDEL was among many distinguished funded partners recognized for its years of service.
Congratulations to AgeOptions on 50 years of innovation, partnership, and advocacy! |
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CDEL Holds POA Workshop with DWF Claims and Federal Signal Corporation Volunteers |
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In June, CDEL held a POA workshop with Metropolitan Asian Family Services and Universal Metro Asian Services in Niles. CDEL was joined by seven volunteers from DWF Claims and Federal Signal Corporation as well as three Hindi interpreters who were able to assist 11 clients with their documents.
Thank you to the volunteers and interpreters for joining us and to community partners Metropolitan Asian Family Services and Universal Metro Asian Services for hosting us! |
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Thank you to all of our pro bono and community partners who have volunteered with us in June. Because of you, we are able to reach and serve more of our clients in the communities they live. Thank you to our Pro Bono Partners:
Accenture
DWF Claims
Federal Signal Corporation
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Pro Bono Network
Salesforce, Inc.
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP
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Thank you to our community partners listed below, for allowing us to continue to conveniently and accessibly serve our clients in the communities in which they live. |
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Bloom Township Senior Services
BUILD, Inc.
Center on Addison
EZRA Multi-Service Center
Greater Auburn Gresham Development Corporation
Metropolitan Asian Family Services
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| Pullman Christian Reform Church
Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center
Solutions for Care Southside Occupational Academy
St. Francis of Assisi University of Chicago Law School Universal Metro Asian Services
West Suburban Senior Services |
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