Improv for Lawyers

No Upcoming Classes • Starting from $50.00

Earn CLE hours in a fun, unique way!


This seminar is APPROVED for 1.5 hours of Illinois MCLE credit, and is APPROVED for 1.5 hours of Illinois PMCLE credit. This seminar will teach you the fundamentals of improvisation and how to apply those fundamentals to the successful practice of law. Improvising is all about learning the same skills that can help a lawyer at any level of practice to be a better client advocate. Improvisation will help you to:

  • Think more quickly on your feet
  • Create a more positive work environment for your firm
  • Improve your active listening skills
  • Collaborate in a group
  • Build trust within your firm
  • Communicate more effectively
  • Problem-solve more creatively
  • Laugh more
  • Reduce stress
  • More fully enjoy interacting with clients, judges, and fellow lawyers

Several faculty members at Northwestern’s Pritzker School of Law swear by the study of improv furthering their careers. And it’s a heck of a lot more fun than another PowerPoint presentation.

This seminar is led by Michael Bradt, a former high school teacher and practicing real estate attorney who has been licensed in Illinois since 2005. Throughout his career, he has advocated successfully for his clients while utilizing the improv skills he has honed for nearly two and a half decades.

This is an interactive presentation. Attendees are encouraged to participate in the various improv exercises and activities we will be undertaking. There is not a strenuous degree of physical activity required, but participants will be encouraged to participate in mildly physical activities.

You are invited to stick around after the CLE to enjoy a drink and a performance of our hilarious, fully-improvised courtroom show, Mocked Trial! Simply select that ticket option at checkout!

  • The class will start on time. If you need to be late, there's no need to apologize or explain. Please enter the space quietly and take a minute to arrive and take in what's going on. We'll incorporate you as soon as we can.

  • We don't believe that money should stand in the way of you starting your improv journey. If you're interested in a class and cannot afford it, please reach out to us so that we can assist you.
  • Class registrations are subject to close approximately 72 hours before the start of the class, so please sign up early if you're interested! Registrations are final.
  • If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us through our website.
  • Please wear comfortable clothes appropriate for light physical activity.
  • The only thing you need to bring to class is a willingness to be brave and participate.
  • Unless otherwise indicated in the class description, the theater opens 15 minutes prior to the start of your class time.
  • By your participation in a class or workshop, you agree to our terms and conditions.
  • One of the most effective ways to learn improv is to watch improv. As long as you are an active student within our community, attendance at shows is free to you. We do ask that if there are paying customers, you give up your seat to accommodate them.
  • We are always looking to make our curriculum more comprehensive, so if there's a course that you think will help you with your improv journey, please don't hesitate to contact us. 
  • All classes and workshops at The Bit are contingent on a minimum number of student registrations.
  • Instructors are subject to change due to scheduling conflicts and restrictions.
  • By your registration for a class, you are opting into communication from The Bit about upcoming classes. You may opt out of this communication at any time.
  • Our processing fees go directly to our ticket processing provider. We do NOT take a portion of the fee for ourselves.
Location

The Bit Theater - 4034 Fox Valley Center Drive, Aurora, IL 60504

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