Avoiding & Mitigating Conflicts of Interest
Chicago, IL | Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 1 Hour of MCLE | ISBA Mutual Insurance Company Office
Avoiding & Mitigating Conflicts of Interest Event Details
Date and Time: Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
In-Person: ISBA Mutual Insurance Company, 20 S Clark St #800, Chicago, IL 60603
Remote: Attend via Zoom
Conflicts of interest can be one of the most challenging ethical dilemmas faced by attorneys. Many legal practitioners find the rules governing conflicts to be confusing, and applying these rules in real-life scenarios can often prove difficult. However, the consequences of failing to properly identify and manage conflicts can be severe, with potential repercussions including legal malpractice claims, disciplinary actions, and even criminal charges. Lawyers may also face disqualification, and fees earned from conflicted engagements may need to be forfeited.
ISBA Mutual’s November event, Avoiding & Mitigating Conflicts of Interest, is designed to help Illinois lawyers understand and navigate these complex issues. By attending, participants will learn how to identify potential conflicts, implement effective conflict-check procedures, and utilize conflict waivers to minimize risks.
Download the Mitigating Conflicts Risk Management Guide & CLE Presentation
As part of the “Avoiding & Mitigating Conflicts of Interest” hybrid session, attendees will gain access to two valuable resources designed to reinforce best practices in conflict management.
First, participants can download the "Avoiding and Mitigating Conflicts of Interest" Practice Guide, which outlines practical strategies for identifying and managing conflicts of interest in legal practice. The guide includes sections on conflict waivers, client intake procedures, and common traps to avoid, along with sample letters and forms that promote compliance with Illinois ethical standards.
Attendees will also be able to download the MCLE event presentation, which features key discussion points, case examples, and checklists to help integrate conflict-avoidance strategies into their everyday firm operations. Together, these resources offer clear and actionable insights to help attorneys strengthen their conflict management framework and safeguard their professional practice.
Be sure to download both materials following the session to apply these lessons directly to your firm’s risk management efforts.
Attendees Will Learn About…
During this hybrid session, attendees will learn about:
Understanding Conflicts of Interest: Learn to recognize when a potential conflict of interest may arise and understand how Illinois conflict rules apply in different scenarios.
Conflict Check Procedures: Gain insights into best practices for establishing a thorough conflict-check system to prevent conflicts from going unnoticed.
Using Conflict Waivers: Explore how conflict waivers can help avoid the serious consequences of engaging in conflicted matters, including when and how to use them effectively.
Real-Life Application: Practical tips for applying conflict rules in real-world situations to mitigate the risk of disqualification or other penalties.
Featured Speaker
Amir R. Tahmassebi
Partner at Konicek & Dillon, P.C.
Amir R. Tahmassebi is a partner at Konicek & Dillon, P.C. and focuses his practice on professional negligence, legal ethics, commercial litigation, casualty, and sports law. He has successfully defended and prosecuted numerous professionals, including lawyers, accountants, architects, and engineers, across the country and has tried dozens of cases to verdict.
Mr. Tahmassebi has extensive experience handling legal malpractice cases, recently obtaining a defense verdict in a case seeking over ten million dollars in damages. He represents attorneys, accountants, and other professionals in civil and administrative hearings before the Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC) and the Department of Professional Regulation.
Licensed in multiple states, Mr. Tahmassebi has tried cases in federal and state courts across Illinois, Indiana, Florida, New York, Wisconsin, and California. He also represents professional athletes, including NFL and PGA professionals, in litigation and contract negotiations.
A leader in legal ethics, Mr. Tahmassebi serves as Co-Chair of the Chicago Bar Association’s Committee for Professional Responsibility and is a member of the Judicial Evaluation Committee. He regularly speaks on legal ethics and risk management for attorneys, helping legal professionals avoid malpractice and ethical pitfalls. Recognized for his expertise, he was honored in the Super Lawyers Publication from 2012 to 2019 in the area of legal malpractice.
Register for the Avoiding & Mitigating Conflicts of Interest MCLE Event
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge of conflicts of interest and protect your practice from the risks of improper conflict management. Secure your spot today to stay ahead of potential pitfalls, ensure compliance with ethical standards, and earn 1 hour of MCLE credit.
Note that attendees who have previously attended this session as a webinar are not eligible to receive MCLE credit again.
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