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The Hellenic Bar Association is the premier organization dedicated to promoting the welfare, interests, and professional development of attorneys of Greek descent. If you wish to advance your career and connect with colleagues who are committed to Hellenism and the future of the legal profession, please join us by becoming a member today.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

2026 VASILOPITA PARTY

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2026

The celebration will take place on January 28, 2026, from 5:30 PM-8:30 PM at Greek Islands Downtown Chicago (200 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60661).

This event is free for HBA members who renew their 2025 membership on or before the event! Non-members can attend for $25. Admission includes appetizers and vasilopita. Kindly RSVP by January 25, 2026.

 

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Membership in the Hellenic Bar Association of Illinois is an investment in your professional career that will provide you access to numerous opportunities. Join or renew your membership today and have access to:

  • Networking Events: Receive exclusive invitations to Judge’s Night, Career Corner, Scholarship Ball, Law Day, & more!
  • Professional Development: Attend a wide range of webinars, CLE events, and panels for free or at discounted rates.
  • Attorney Directory: Stay connected with other lawyers, judges, and law students of Hellenic descent.
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HELLENE OF THE YEAR

TASO PARDALIS

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

TINA MANIKAS

LAWYER OF THE YEAR

TINOS DIAMANTATOS

VISIONARY IMPACT AWARD

JIMMY SAMARTZIS

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I have found my experience with the HBA to be enriching on a personal and professional level. My own HBA journey includes gaining valuable practice tools from HBA-sponsored CLEs, sharpening my leadership skills as a member of the board and as an officer, and developing a vast network of colleagues

– Maria Z. Vathis, Past President

 

 

The Hellenic Bar Association has provided an excellent opportunity to meet mentors and colleagues who share our Hellenic background and values. It has been a highlight of my law school career to be involved in HBA, and I look forward to continuing my involvement throughout my legal career!

– Mary Fay Karras, 2018 HBA Scholarship Recipient