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Week of August 25, 2008
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There’s Still Time to Take Part in the Austin Bar’s Second Annual ALS Fundraiser
The Austin Bar’s Second Annual ALS Fundraiser was a homerun! However, the Austin Bar still has a few auction items left, meaning you still have time to join the fight against ALS. Please join the Austin Bar in combating ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease) on behalf of Nancy Matchus and the family of Austin attorney Michele Morgan.
Visit the Austin Bar Web site for pictures of the auction items. We know you’ll find something there that will make a great accessory in your office, game room, or even as a Christmas present.
Contact Debbie Kelly regarding the items at 472-0279 x105 or Debbie@austinbar.org.
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TOMORROW! Client Development: How to Use the Internet to Find and Attract New Clients, August 26
Date: Tuesday, Aug. 26
Time: noon
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
CLE: .5 hours ethics
Cost: FREE
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at Michelle@austinbar.org
Lexis Nexis would like you to enjoy a complimentary lunch and learn about the latest developments in internet marketing strategies and search engine optimization. Presented by Brian Farrell, this free CLE promises to be both interesting and beneficial to your practice.
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Recent Supreme Court Cases Likely to Have a Practical Impact in Federal
District Court, September 4
Date: Thursday, Sept. 4
Time: noon
Location: Intercontinental Stephen F. Austin Downtown, 701 Congress Ave.
CLE: 1.0 hours
Cost: $20 per person for FBA members, $25 for nonmembers
Join Judge Sam Sparks for a CLE lunch as he discusses recent, precedent-setting Supreme Court cases.
Please register with Beverly Waak at bwaak@fulbright.com. Pre-payment is required by Thursday, Aug. 28, and should be sent to:
Bevery Waak
Fulbright & Jaworski
600 Congress Ave., Suite 2400
Austin, TX 78701
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The Ultimate Trial Notebook Seminar, September 5
Date: Friday, Sept. 5
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.; Happy Hour following directly after
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
CLE: 5.5 hours
Cost: Section Members $125, Austin Bar Members $150, Non-Members $175
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at 472-0279 x111 or Michelle@austinbar.org
Because watching Law & Order isn't the best way to refresh your courtroom and trial knowledge, the Austin Bar Association and the Civil Litigation Section bring you the next best entertaining, and more beneficial, source.
The Ultimate Trial Notebook Seminar will feature nine topics and 20 knowledgeable speakers. Topics range from Conducting a Voir Dire to Direct & Cross Examination to Closing Arguments, and many others. For more information on topics and speakers, please visit the Civil Litigation Section’s page on the Austin Bar Web site.
Don’t miss this great CLE opportunity; sign up today!
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Let’s Celebrate “State Bar President Silver Medalist”…Claude Ducloux, September 6
Date: Saturday, Sept. 6
Time: 6:30 p.m. registration and cocktails; 7:15 p.m. program begins
Location: Renaissance Hotel, 9721 Arboretum Blvd.
He's made us all laugh for years. Let's return the favor. Join JoAnn Merica as emcee and many special celebrity guests including the Bar & Grill Singers, Senator Kirk Watson, Tom Kite, Dicky Grigg, Former State Bar President Martha Dickie, Don Carnes and other surprise guests as they roast the man who has had such a positive influence on the legal profession and the Central Texas community.
All Proceeds designated for Family Eldercare’s Capital Campaign & Endowment Fund. Please click here to view an invitation and for an RSVP card.
For more information, please contact, Amanda Lynch at 512/483-3561 or alynch@familyeldercare.org
For the best seats, reserve your tickets today!
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Make a Difference While You Shop, September 6
Date: Saturday, Sept. 6
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: The Domain, 11410 Century Oaks Ter
Cost: purchase a Bingo card for $25 or buy four and get one free
What could be more fun than a day of shopping with your friends at The Domain? How about a day of shopping that gives you the chance to win $10,000 in prizes and benefits the Center for Child Protection?
It’s simple. Merely purchase a Bingo card, visit participating merchants at The Domain, and have your card stamped. At every store you visit, you’ll be entered to win fabulous merchandise and gift cards. Visit all of the participating stores for a chance to win the Grand Prize, a $1,500 Simon Gift Card.
To purchase your Bingo card and for more information, click here. You may also purchase your card the day of the event at The Domain.
Not able to shop that day? You can still play and enter to win a $500 Simon Gift Card. Click here to enter.
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Settlement Week, September 15 – 19
Travis County Settlement Week is a partnership between the Dispute Resolution Center, the Travis County Judges, and the Austin Bar Association. This fall's Settlement Week will be held Sept. 15 - 19.
Settlement week packages are available below and at the following locations:
- Information desk on the first floor of the Courthouse;
- Dispute Resolution Center, 5407 North IH-35, Suite 410;
- Austin Bar Association office at 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700;
- Bold Journeys Conflict Resolution Services, 701 Brazos St., Suite 500; and
- Jason Snell, The Snell Law Firm, Chair of Settlement Week Committee, 818 W. 10th St.
For questions about Settlement Week forms, please contact Rita Rancken at the Dispute Resolution Center at 512/371-0033.
The completed case submission sheet must be submitted to the Dispute Resolution Center (5407 North IH-35, Suite 410, Austin, TX 78723) no later than 4:00 p.m., Monday, Sept. 8, 2008. The forms must be received by 4:00 p.m. to be assigned.
Settlement Week package: Click here for Informational Letter and Click here for Submission Sheet.
If you would like to serve as a mediator for Settlement Week, please click here for a sign-up form.
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Notice of Public Hearing Committee: Jurisprudence, September 17
Date: Wednesday, Sept. 17
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Location: Texas Tech Law School, Hunt Court Room
The Senate Jurisprudence Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss the following interim charge: (Charge 5) Study practices intended to enhance the jury experience and increase jury participation, including:
- allowing jurors to ask questions of witnesses by submitting them to the judge in writing;
- allowing lawyers to periodically summarize testimony for the jury;
- allowing jurors to take notes during trial; and
- allowing jurors to discuss evidence among themselves during trial.
Contact Stephanie Hoover at 512/463-0395 with any questions.
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Nominate an Outstanding Colleague by September 22
The Austin Bar Association will be presenting the David Walter Community Excellence Award and the Distinguished Lawyer Awards at the 2009 Austin Bar Foundation Gala.
The Austin Bar is currently accepting nomination for these prestigious awards. All nominations must be submitted by Monday, Sept. 22, to the Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700, Austin, Texas 78701 or e-mailed to DeLaine Ward at Delaine@austinbar.org.
The David Walter Community Excellence Award is presented to an Austin Bar member who has recently made a significant impact in the community and, at the same time, raised the profile of the profession.
Past winners include:
2004 - Given to David Walter posthumously
2005 - Denise Hyde
2006 - Todd Wong
2007 - Clarke Heidrick
2008 - Cindi Lazzari (posthumously)
The 2009 Austin Bar Distinguished Lawyer Award recognizes the dedication and hard work of an attorney who has practiced for 30 years or more and has significantly contributed to the profession and the community.
Past winners include:
2001 - Judge Tom Blackwell, Judge Mace Thurman, and Will Davis
2002 - Jack Eisenberg, Dick McCarroll, and Sam Perry
2003 - Tom Davis, Pam Giblin, Judge Pete Lowry, and Broadus Spivey
2004 - Mike Cook and Larry Temple
2005 - Shannon Ratliff, Bill Whitehurst, and Larry York
2006 - Tim Herman and Pat English
2007 - Richard Pena and Fred B. Werkenthin
2008 - Tom Ausley and Myra McDaniel
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16th Annual Land Development Seminar, September 26
Date: Friday, Sept. 26
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Omni Austin Hotel, 700 San Jacinto Blvd
CLE: 6.5 hours
Cost: $135 for Section Members, $150 for Austin Bar/AYLA Members, $160 for Non-Members
Save the date to join the Real Estate Section as they explore nine interesting topics at the 16th Annual Land Development Seminar. RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at Michelle@austinbar.org.
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Regina Rogoff to be Honored at 2008 Rostow Awards Dinner, October 16
Date: Thursday, Oct. 16
Time: 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. Reception; 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Location: Four Season Hotel – Austin, Grand Ballroom, 98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Cost: $150 for an individual ticket; sponsorships are available
The Austin Project invites you to their 2008 Rostow Awards Dinner where longtime Executive Director of Legal Aid of Central Texas, Regina Rogoff, will be honored with the Leadership Award. Rogoff has a long record of service to the Austin community in both the legal and healthcare areas, and is being recognized for the profound impact and contribution she has made through her work with People’s Community Clinic, legal aid, and in her many other leadership roles.
For more information on purchasing tickets or becoming a sponsor, please contact Christine Gaussiran at Christine@theaustinproject.org.
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Register Now for Race for the Cure and Win Big Bucks
Over 660 participants have already registered for the 2008 Race for the Cure sponsored by Komen Austin!
Their goal is to pump up registration by adding 50 new registrants per day through the end of August. Anyone who registers for the Race by August 31 will be entered in a drawing to win a $100 gift card from Academy Sports & Outdoors. Spread the word to friends and family about the Race and encourage them to register and win.
Register now by clicking here.
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Featured Corporate Partner: ABA Law Practice Management Books
ABA Law Practice Management Books are 20 percent off for Austin Bar members through
LPM. Click here for more information.
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Proud corporate sponsors of the Austin Bar Association
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