The Chicago Chapter of the Federal Bar Association is offering members a private lunch with the Northern District’s Judge John F. Kness on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm CT. 

This event is limited to FBA members and will be capped at twelve people.  Lunch will be held in Judge Kness’s Jury Room on the 21st Floor of the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse, located at 219 S. Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60604.

Attorneys who currently have active matters before Judge Kness are not eligible to attend.  Click here to reserve your spot. 

While the event is complimentary, there is a $25 fee to cover lunch from Inspiration Kitchen.