The LCA Annual Luncheon and Awards Benefit is a much-anticipated afternoon celebrating Chicago artists, lawyers, and their contributions to the local artistic landscape. Enjoy lunch, an inspiring program, incredible networking, and exhilarating entertainment at the Palmer House. Informal Social Half-Hour: 11:30AM - 12:00PM Program: 12:00PM - 1:30PM This Year’s Benefit theme is Literary Arts in Illinois. We’ll present awards to: - Chicago’s Inaugural Poet Laureate, avery r. young, - New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Makkai, - author, poet, and Editor of Poetry Magazine Adrian Matejka, - and LCA Board Member, DJ, and Seyfarth partner Bart Lazar. We’ll celebrate LCA’s acquisition of the programs of the Arts & Business Council of Chicago and recognize those who contributed to making 2024 another record-setting year for LCA.