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Week of May 24, 2010
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Memorial Day Closing Notice
Austin Bar staff members will be taking a much needed day off next Monday to celebrate Memorial Day. We hope that all Austin Bar members are able to do the same to enjoy friends and family. Have a safe and fun holiday weekend!
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Family Law Seminar - Austin Style, May 26
Date: Wednesday, May 26
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
CLE: 6 hours of CLE with 1.75 hours of ethics
Cost: $140
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at Michelle@austinbar.org
The Family Law Section would like you to join them this Wednesday for their annual Family Law Seminar. This year's event will feature talks titled The Details on Drug and Alcohol Testing, Managing the Family Law Firm, and Current Ethical Questions.
The seminar is open to both members and nonmembers of the Family Law Section. To view the list of topics and speakers and for a registration form, please click here.
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Texas House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee Meeting, May 26
Date: Wednesday, May 26
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Texas Capitol Extension, 1600 Smith Road, E2.010
The Texas House Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee will conduct an interim hearing on two issues, barratry and evidence standards in mesothelioma lawsuits.
The Judiciary and Civil Jurisprudence Committee has broad jurisdiction over legislation pertaining to civil law, probate, and guardianship matters. The committee has jurisdiction over all appellate courts in the state including the Texas Supreme Court and the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
Committee members will discuss current barratry laws in Texas and their adequacy in protecting citizens from unscrupulous attorney behavior. The burden of proof and damage calculations related to mesothelioma lawsuits and false advertising claims are also on the agenda.
Invited and public testimony will be taken at the hearing. The hearing will also stream live.
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Austin Lawyers Support Group, May 27
Date: Thursday, May 27
Time: noon to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., 3rd Floor, Longhorn Room
Speaker: Sharyn Reynolds, Stress Reduction Clinic and Weavings Wellness Group
A monthly education and support group for lawyers, judges, and law students seeking help or support while healing from depression, addiction, job stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
This month's meeting will feature Sharyn Reynolds, founder of the Stress Reduction Clinic and Weavings Wellness Group in Austin. Reynolds will be discussing the benefits of Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction to improve health and well being in the midst of a chaotic world.
Meetings are confidential and held monthly on the last Thursday of each month. For more information, call Texas Lawyers Assistance Program at 800/343-8527.
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Members Only Free Fourth Friday, May 28
Date: Friday, May 28
Time: noon to 1:00 p.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Topic: FLSA Wage and Hour Pitfalls: When Pinching Pennies Costs You Dollars
Speakers: Tiffany Hildreth and Francine Breckenridge, both of Strasburger & Price
RSVP to Marissa Lara-Arebalo at Marissa@austinbar.org
A true member favorite, Free Fourth Friday is your chance to earn a free hour of CLE and enjoy a lunch with colleagues. RSVP to Marissa Lara-Arebalo at Marissa@austinbar.org today to secure your spot.
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Two Inn of Court Chapters Seeking Applications
Both the Robert W. Calvert Chapter and Lloyd Lochridge Chapter are accepting applications for new members. Hop to it before the opportunity passes you by!
The Robert W. Calvert Chapter of the American Inn of Court is accepting applications for new members through tomorrow, May 25. The Calvert chapter meets monthly to examine issues related to ethics and professional conduct in the field of law. Applicants should send a letter requesting membership, along with a current resume and two reference letters, to the nominations committee c/o Jody Scheske, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, 300 W. 6th St., Suite 2100, Austin, TX 78701 or by e-mail to jscheske@akingump.com.
Applications are also being sought for the Lloyd Lochridge American Inn of Court for lawyers with between one and eight years of experience. The Lloyd Lochridge chapter meets monthly throughout the school year, with each meeting including dinner and a presentation by chapter members or guest speakers on a legal issue through which you earn CLE credit. To apply, e-mail a letter stating your interest in joining the chapter, your resume, and two letters of recommendation. Applications are due by Monday, June 14 at 5:00 p.m. Send your application materials to the membership committee, c/o Dirk Jordan at dirk@dirkjordan.com, or call him with any questions at 697-0020.
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Call to Austin Bar Association Members for Business Awards, June 11
Attorneys and law firms in the area make up a substantial part of the business community. The Austin Chamber of Commerce is inviting members of the Austin Bar Association to (1) nominate their law firms for one of the six categories of business awards and/or (2) nominate their clients.
The Greater Austin Business Awards will recognize small, medium, large, and not-for-profit businesses in the categories of Innovation, Customer Service, Education, Community Relations, Take on Traffic, and Environment. Deadline for nominations is June 11 at 5 p.m. Visit the Austin Chamber of Commerce website for details. When you win or your client wins, enjoy the glory at the awards banquet on Sept. 1.
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Batter Up! AYLA Foundation's 14th Annual Charity Softball Tournament, June 19
Date: Saturday, June 19
Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: S.E. Metropolitan Park, 5411 Hwy 71 E.
Cost: $300 per team
Register by downloading a form here. The entry form and entry fee are due on Friday, June 4. Please mail to AYLA Foundation, Attention: Debbie Kelly, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700, Austin, TX 78701. Spaces are guaranteed for the first 16 teams who submit their entry fee by the deadline.
It's time to dust off the cleats and oil up the glove because the AYLA Foundation's 14th Annual Charity Softball Tournament is back to raise funds for the Foundation's many philanthropic causes. Teams are open to Austin attorneys, legal professionals, staff, and spouses or significant others.
Register today to ensure that you and your team have a place in the bracket. See you all at the yard!
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Featured Corporate Sponsor: Law Firm Merchant Account from Affiniscape
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Upcoming Meetings
SECTIONS:
Thursday, May 27 - Solo/Small Firm Section Meeting
Wednesday, June 2 - Labor & Employment Law Section Meeting
COMMITTEES:
The following Austin Bar Committees are meeting at the Austin Bar office, 816 Congress, Suite 700.
Parking is available in the adjacent garage, accessible from 9th Street. Please feel free to attend any that interest you.
Since lunch is provided, please RSVP by noon the previous day to Marissa@austinbar.org or call 472-0279 with your name and the name of the committee.
Thursday, May 27 - Veterans Committee Meeting
Friday, June 4 - Women's Resource Fair Committee Wrap-up Meeting
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