All Sponsorship Opportunities
Get started on a relationship path with our Chapter. We have three well-designed Premier Sponsorship packages that provide a variety of benefits to our Sponsors. We also have a la carte opportunities that might be a good fit for your organization. See below to find out about the options and how we design our packages.
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Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Webinar Program (1 credit hour)
Optional suburban repeat program
Half-Day Program (3 credit hours)
Single-Track Session
✔ Professional Responsibility Seminar Panel
✔ Celebration Event (15 tickets)
✔ Host a Roundtable Discussion
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Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner/Webinar Program (1 credit hour)
Optional suburban repeat program
✔ Celebration Event (10 tickets)
✔ Host a Roundtable Discussion
✔ (2) Thought Leadership Articles
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Breakfast/Lunch/Webinar Program (1 credit hour)
Optional suburban repeat program
✔ Celebration Event (5 tickets)
✔ (1) Thought Leadership Article
Search a la Carte Opportunities
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Sponsor the Beverage Station
Sponsor the Ball Launcher
Sponsor the Driving Range
Sponsor the Cantigny Pro Demonstration
Sponsor the Teebox or Contest Hole
Sponsor the Reception Entertament
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✔ Sponsor a Panel Presentation
✔ Sponsor the Reception
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✔ Host a Signature Event
✔ Host a Career Development Event
✔ Sponsor the Annual Golf Event
✔ Become the official "Women in the Law" Affinity Sponsor
Platinum Gold Silver
MCLE Programming
Let your expertise shine while getting to know our members
Submit up to three topic ideas. A Board Liaison and our Content Advisory Council can help to craft an appealing, practical and substantive class experience.
Breakfast/Lunch Program
Platinum Gold Silver
60 minutes of substantive legal programming eligible for IL MCLE credit
30 minutes of Networking/Meal
Optional Suburban Repeat Program held in the same week
Dinner Program
Platinum Gold
60 minutes of substantive legal programming eligible for IL MCLE credit
75 minutes Networking Reception/Meal instead of Breakfast/Lunch Event
Optional Suburban Repeat Program held in the same week
Half-Day Program
Platinum
In addition to Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner event
3 hours of substantive legal programming eligible for IL MCLE credit
Morning or afternoon program and typically includes a meal or heavy hors d’oeuvres
Webinar
Platinum Gold Silver
Can be used instead of an in-person program
Typically 60-75 minutes of substantive legal programming eligible for IL MCLE credit
Instead of the Suburban Repeat Program, you can design a 2-part series with both sections held in the same week
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Panel must include an In-House Counsel Moderator or Panelist
Educational handout materials are required (digital or paper)
Suburban Repeat Program is to be conducted in the same week as the downtown program and regardless of whether the initial program is a breakfast, lunch or dinner program, the repeat program must be consistent with the sponsorship level.
Venue, AV, food and beverage expenses are the responsibility of the Sponsor.
✔ Career Development
✔ MCLE Credit
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
a la carte options noted below
Annual Golf Event
Sponsor Foursome
$2,500 | 13 available *
Green fees, cart rental, and locker/locker room access for 4 golfers
Foursome be sponsor representatives, but may invite non-ACC member clients to complete the foursome; sponsor reps paired with ACC members or non-ACC member sponsor clients, as applicable)
Attendance for 4 the golfers at pre-golf meal and post-golf reception
Reception signage
Sponsor Twosome
$1,800 | 26 available *
Green fees, cart rental, and locker/locker room access for 2 sponsor representative golfers
Sponsor reps paired with 2 ACC members
Attendance for the 2 sponsor representative golfers at pre-golf meal and post-golf reception
Reception signage
Beverage Station Sponsor
$2,000 | 3 available
Up to 2 sponsor representatives visit with golfers as Cantigny bartender provides drinks
Beverage cart signage
Attendance for the up to 2 sponsor representatives at pre-golf meal and post-golf reception
Reception signage
Contest Hole Sponsor
$2,000 | 4 available
Tee box signage and table with up to 2 sponsor representatives (sponsor can provide sponsor swag if desired) host a raffle or contest, etc.
Attendance for the up to 2 sponsor representatives at pre-golf meal and post-golf reception
Reception signage
ACC Chicago to provide prize for contest hole winners
Ball Launcher Sponsor
$2,000 | 1 available
Up to 2 sponsor representatives interact with golfers at the hole to run a raffle, etc. (sponsor can provide swag)
Attendance for 2 sponsor representatives at the pre-golf and post-golf reception
Tee box and reception signage
(ACC Chicago will sell ball launcher shots to benefit charity)
Driving Range Sponsor
$1,000 | 1 available
Attendance for 2 sponsor representatives at the post-golf reception
Driving range and reception signage
Tee Box Sponsor
$500 | 11 available
Attendance for a sponsor representative at the post-golf reception
Tee box and reception signage
Reception Entertainment Sponsor
$2,000 | 1 available
Name and logo incorporated into the reception entertainment
Attendance for 2 sponsor representatives at post-golf reception
Signage at the reception
Cantigny Pro Demonstration Sponsor
$1,000 | 1 available
Cantigny professional to provide putting and/or chipping demonstration and provide Q&A session for golfers
Attendance for 2 sponsor representatives at post-golf reception
Practice are and reception signage
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* Combined maximum number of sponsor representative golfers for all sponsors is 72
^ Maximum number of Tee Box Sponsorships is subject to the number of Contest Hole Sponsorships
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
Platinum and a la carte options noted below
The Summit
This event will be held in September of 2026 features a full day of MCLE programming, along with breakfast, lunch, and a reception, as well as numerous networking opportunities for members and sponsors.
One Single-Track MCLE Panel Session
Platinum
a la carte $12,000 (multiple available)
Sponsor one MCLE session during the event with up to 4 participants and 2 additional all-day tickets. The single track has no competing panel at the same time.
One Dual-Track MCLE Panel Session
a la carte $7,000 (multiple available)
Sponsor one MCLE Session during the event with up to 4 participants and 2 additional all-day tickets. These panels have one other competing panel at the same time.
Sponsor & Moderate the GC Panel Session
a la carte $5,000 (one available)
Sponsor and provide moderator for the GC Panel at the Summit. Receive full access tickets for the moderator and 3 additional people.
Reception Sponsor
a la carte $3,000 (multiple available)
Sponsor the reception at conclusion of event and includes 2 all-access tickets
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Venue is chosen by the Chapter. Event expenses (venue, AV, food and beverages) are included in the sponsor fee.
Topics presented at the Summit will be selected by ACC Chicago from sponsor submissions. The committee will work with sponsors to design panels that will be of most interest and value to our members.
Panels will be composed of no more than four panelists and one of the panelists MUST be an in-house counsel. All panels will be submitted for Illinois MCLE credit approval. Substantive educational handouts will be required to be developed by sponsors.
Two additional tickets provided to each sponsor for a total of six guests. All sponsors will receive recognition in marketing materials for the Summit and will be permitted to distribute promotional items, contribute raffle items and provide one pop-up sign to be placed by ACC Chicago staff at event.
ACC Chicago reserves the right to modify the structure and scheduling of this event.
The sponsorship fees for the Summit are only for sponsorship rights. Necessary hotel arrangements and travel expenses for Sponsor personnel are not included in sponsorship fees.
✔ MCLE Credit
✔ Career Development
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Social & Networking
Platinum Gold Silver
2026 Celebration Event
Highly attended unique networking experience with Sponsor recognition
With the success of our 2025 Celebration Event, ACC Chicago is thrilled to host the 2026 In-House Counsel Celebration Event. This event is to celebrate our members and sponsors. It is an opportunity to network, socialize and enjoy a unique experience.
Sponsors are invited to the evening event which includes a presentation of the Chapter’s Thurgood Marshall Award of Excellence and a Member of the Year Award.
Premier Sponsors will receive recognition as ACC Chicago Sponsors and tickets to the evening Celebration Event as noted below and in the chart on the Premier Sponsorship Opportunities page.
Gold
10 tickets
Silver
5 tickets
Platinum
15 tickets
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The seminar held prior to the Celebration Event is a benefit included in the Diamond and Platinum Sponsorship Packages.
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
a la carte $15,000
Women in the Law Affinity Sponsor & Events
You’ll be recognized as the official ACC Women in Law Sponsor!
Sponsor may choose two affinity events at time of application for sponsorship:
(2) one-hour in-person CLEs,
(2) social events, -or-
(1) one-hour in-person CLE and (1) social event
ACC Chicago Board Member will be assigned as a liaison.
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Venue must be approved by the Chapter. All venue, AV, food and beverage are the responsibility of the Sponsor
Panels must include an In-House Counsel Moderator or Panelist
For MCLE credit educational handout materials will be required (digital or paper)
✔ Career Development
✔ MCLE Credit
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
Platinum Gold
Social Events
Host a casual networking event in a unique venue
Interactive events, such as cooking classes, service activities, ping pong and other table games, are particularly well received. Platinum Sponsors will have first choice of month, then each sponsor will choose a month (first come, first served). Raffle prizes are permitted, and sponsors may collect member contact information for such raffles! Social events are to be held outside of the Sponsor offices.
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Venue/activity choice is up to the sponsor in consultation with our Membership Committee.
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
a la carte $9,000 (3 available)
Signature Event
A customized opportunity to interact with ACC Chicago members over the course of several hours, in a unique setting, outside of the sponsor office space. An ACC Chicago Board Member will be assigned as a liaison.
Sponsors are only limited by their creativity:
Combine education with a social or wellness event (for example CLE and Spa/Golf)
Host the education at a destination (for example CLE at Sea or Sporting Event)
Watch a legal movie and do a panel and discussion groups
Combine education with social and service!
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Venue must be approved by the Chapter. All venue, AV, food and beverage are the responsibility of the Sponsor
Panels must include an In-House Counsel Moderator or Panelist
For MCLE credit educational handout materials will be required (digital or paper)
✔ Career Development
✔ MCLE Credit
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
Platinum Gold
Roundtables
Niche legal discussions for targeted audiences
Present a more targeted topic than an MCLE presentation to a small group of in-house counsel who specialize in that area of law. Roundtables are facilitated discussions rather than a lecture or presentation. The typical roundtable discussion includes 2-3 sponsor attorneys and 5-15 in-house counsel getting to know each other over breakfast or lunch.
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MCLE credit not provided
Venue, AV, food and beverages are the responsibility of the Sponsor
We are flexible in exchanging this benefit for a webinar
✔ Career Development
✔ Social & Networking
Platinum Gold
Host a Board Meeting
Present to the ACC Chicago Board of Directors
Platinum and Gold Sponsors have the opportunity to host an ACC Chicago Board meeting and present to the Chapter’s Board of Directors for 15 minutes before the board meeting commences. Sponsors are invited to share information about their firms or particular practice areas. For in-person Board Meeting hosts, we ask sponsors to provide a light/working dinner for the board members in attendance.
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Typically Board Meetings are held in Sponsor Offices or on Zoom
Board Alumni Social Gathering venue to be chosen by the Chapter
✔ Social & Networking
✔ Brand Exposure
Platinum Gold Silver
Community Outreach & Pro Bono Events
Traditional and innovative opportunities for impactful collaboration
ACC Chicago is committed to serving our community. We are always interested in new opportunities and appreciate our sponsors’ various commitments to pro bono and community outreach events. All Premier Sponsors will have an opportunity to share their existing pro bono and community outreach opportunities in which ACC Chicago members can attend and get involved.
Platinum
2 blast invitations
Silver
1 blast invitation
Gold
1 blast invitation
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Each event will be promoted on our listserv twice and on our social media platforms.
✔ Community Outreach
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Pro Bono
Platinum Gold Silver
Thought Leadership Articles and Client Alerts
Alert ACC Chicago members to best practices and cutting-edge information
Premier Sponsors have the opportunity to engage our members via our broadcast email system during the year with written articles and/or practice related alerts.
Platinum
3 articles
Silver
1 articles
Gold
2 articles
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Each article notice will be sent once to our email listserv and featured once on our social media platforms.
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Career Development
a la carte $6000 (2 available)
In-House Career Development Event
Design and present on In-House Attorney Career Development
ACC Chicago welcomes programs that explore current trends and soft skills needed throughout the career of an in-house attorney. The Chapter is happy to explore and collaborate on topics that serve our members in these ways. Follow up the program with a related article blasted to our membership. An ACC Chicago Board Member will be assigned as a liaison.
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Optional: Submission for MCLE credit in Illinois.
Venue, AV and food and beverage costs are the responsibility of the Sponsor
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Career Development
Platinum Gold
a la carte $4,000 (2 available)
Summer Internship Program Sponsorship
Empowered students and networking opportunities
ACC Chicago conducts a Summer Internship Program, which has been a model for other ACC Chapters, and places Rising 2-L students in Chicago-area in-house legal departments to introduce them to the practice of law from an in-house perspective.
In addition, the program offers both individual and group mentoring programs focused on the “soft” and other skills critical to success in today’s professional world. Summer Internship Sponsors will have the opportunity to host a social/career development seminar with the interns and in-house counsel from host corporations.
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Sponsors may have a reasonable number of attendees at these events. Food and beverage costs are included in the sponsor fee.
✔ Career Development
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Community Outreach
a la carte $4000 (2 available)
Street Law Initiative Sponsorship
Legal pipeline development and meaningful connections with in-house counsel
ACC Chicago conducts an award-winning program with Street Law, Inc. through which ACC Chicago member volunteers lead engaging legal workshops in Chicago and Northwest suburban public high schools in an effort to encourage high school students to explore legal topics, role play and develop interest in legal careers.
In connection with the Street Law program, sponsors may elect to support either the Chicago or Northwest suburban program which would include multiple opportunities to engage with our membership.
Sponsors will participate in classroom visits with our member volunteers and host (or subsidize) a one-day conference with our member volunteers and students.
This program is a great way to demonstrate your firm’s commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of high school students.
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Please inquire with the Chapter to discuss our plans and facility needs for the upcoming year.
✔ Brand Exposure
✔ Career Development
✔ Community Outreach
Platinum Gold Silver
Tiered Brand Promotion
ACC Chicago recognizes our Premier Sponsors to our In-House Community
✔ Website Thank You for all Premier Sponsors (Logos)
✔ Platinum and Gold Sponsor Logos on website rotating banner signs (per tier)
✔ Use of ACC Chicago e-Badge for Sponsor websites, attorney profiles and firm social media posts
✔ Celebration and summit event marketing materials and onsite tiered logo promotion for all Premier Sponsors
✔ All Premier Sponsors will have a designated ACC Chicago Board Member Liaison
✔ Sponsored events will each have two ACC Chicago generated social media posts prior to event
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E-badges are designed by the Chapter and provided to Sponsors at the beginning of the Program Year. Celebration Marketing materials are typically digital. Onsite tiered logo promotion may be signage and/or onscreen.
✔ Brand Exposure
Other Events
It should be noted, as provided above, that there are a few remaining one-off programs to which ACC Chicago has previously committed that may be periodically scheduled during the Program Year.
In addition, we may from time to time agree to co-sponsor events with other organizations whose purposes are consistent with the goals and values of the Chapter and ACC Global, in accordance with established guidelines. Sponsors of a la carte events will not be recognized as 2026 ACC Chicago Premier Sponsors and will not receive the full package of sponsorship benefits.