Several attorneys spoke at the Illinois Association of Fire Protection Districts Annual Conference held June 19-22, 2008, at the Prairie Capital Convention Center in Springfield, Illinois. Karl Ottosen, Thomas Gilbert, Stephen DiNolfo, and Shawn Flaherty participated in a “Legal Open Forum – Panel of Attorneys.” In addition, Shawn Flaherty spoke on “Discipline: Career vs. Volunteer / Part-Time / POC.” Carolyn Welch Clifford conducted an “Update on Pension Issues.” Thomas Gilbert and David Zafiratos spoke on the topic, “Did you know you’re a fiduciary?” Robert Britz and Brian O’Connor gave a “Legal Update.” Stephen H. DiNolfo addressed “Liability in the Fire Service and Using Insurance to Cover the Risks.” OBKC&G, Ltd. attorneys presented a “Mock Disciplinary Proceedings” skit entitled “Crime and Punishment: The Darren Ridgewood Story.”