Ahead of their August 15, 2026 preseason matchup with the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field, the Cleveland Browns made a special stop on Chicago’s South Side, holding a closed walkthrough practice at Joseph D. Parente Field at De La Salle Institute.

The Browns used the field for a walkthrough and final preparation before taking on the Bears, bringing an NFL organization to a place that holds special significance for The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C. and the firm’s founder, Joseph D. Parente.

A Special Connection to De La Salle Institute

For Joe Parente, the Browns’ visit was about more than professional football taking the field at De La Salle. It was another memorable moment in his longstanding relationship with an institution that has played an important role in Chicago for generations.

Joe has remained a dedicated supporter of De La Salle Institute and its mission of educating and preparing young people for their futures. His relationship with the school reflects a broader commitment to giving back to the communities and institutions that have helped shape Chicago.

That connection is proudly represented by Joseph D. Parente Field, where De La Salle student athletes compete and where, for one day this summer, NFL players prepared for their own game just a few miles away at Soldier Field.

Having the Cleveland Browns utilize the field ahead of their matchup with the Bears provided a unique intersection of professional sports, Chicago tradition and the De La Salle community.

Supporting a Chicago Institution

Founded in 1889, De La Salle Institute has been part of Chicago for more than a century, educating generations of students and building a strong community of alumni, families, educators and supporters.

Joe Parente’s relationship with De La Salle has continued well beyond the classroom. Through the years, he and Parente & Norem have supported the school and its community, including events and initiatives that help De La Salle continue its educational mission.

The relationship is one rooted not simply in sponsorship, but in a shared belief in the importance of opportunity, education, athletics and community.

From De La Salle to Soldier Field

The Browns’ closed walkthrough at Joseph D. Parente Field came as the team prepared for its August 15 preseason meeting with the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field.

While the practice itself was focused on football, giving players and coaches an opportunity to walk through their preparations before game day,the location made the occasion particularly meaningful for the De La Salle community..

For Parente & Norem, it was also an opportunity to celebrate De La Salle Institute and shine a spotlight on a school that has been serving Chicago students and families for generations.

A Relationship Built to Last

At The Law Offices of Parente & Norem, P.C., our connection to Chicago extends beyond the work we do for our clients. We believe being part of this community means supporting the institutions and organizations that make it stronger.

Joe Parente’s longstanding relationship with De La Salle Institute embodies that commitment.

From supporting the school and its students to seeing Joseph D. Parente Field welcome an NFL team preparing to take the field at Soldier Field, the Browns’ visit was another memorable chapter in a relationship that continues to mean a great deal to Joe, our firm and the De La Salle community.

We are proud to support De La Salle Institute and look forward to continuing that relationship for years to come.