Checkmate Your Competition: Lawyers Learn Chess Strategy from Grandmasters

ST. LOUIS - Aug. 7, 2024 - PRLog -- Can mastery of the chessboard correlate to legal victories? The Association of Corporate Counsel St. Louis Chapter is willing to put their skills to the test and find out. This fall, members will embark on a unique journey to master the art of strategy and outsmart the competition – all while earning valuable CLE credits.

The Chapter is partnering with the World Chess Hall of Fame to offer members three exclusive          chess classes taught by Grand Masters in Residence, culminating in a CLE event that explores the importance of strategy in litigation. Each class       will delve into the intricacies of chess, learning how to apply ancient wisdom to modern legal challenges.

"Chess is more than just a game; it's a mental workout," said Jennifer Denny, Senior Litigation Counsel at Cardinal Financial, and the organizer who is the Chair of the Chapter's Litigation Practice Area Network (PAN) group. "By understanding the strategic mindset of a Grand Master, lawyers can develop a sharper eye for detail, improve their decision-making, and ultimately achieve better outcomes for their employers."

Beyond the classroom, attendees will have the opportunity to watch nationally ranked players in action and explore the captivating exhibits at the World Chess Hall of Fame.

This innovative program builds on the St. Louis Chapter's reputation for cutting-edge legal education. In 2023, the Chapter was honored with the Innovative Programming Effort Award by the Association of Corporate Counsel.

About the St. Louis Chapter:

The Association of Corporate Counsel - St. Louis Chapter, the premier bar association for in-house counsel, was founded in 1987. The Chapter has more than 650 members who represent over 175 organizations. The St. Louis Chapter's commitment to its members and community has earned it an impressive list of accolades as a leader in the global network of chapters:

●        Chapter of the Year 2012 and 2015,

●        Gold Chapter of Distinction designation in 2019-23,

●        Best Diversity Initiative Award in 2021,

●        Innovative Programming Effort Award 2023, and

●        Best Partnership Program Award 2023.

To learn more, please visit, https://www.acc.com/chapters/stlouis/.