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Week of March 3, 2008
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Have You Paid Your Bar Dues? Deadline THIS FRIDAY
This Friday is the deadline for all outstanding Austin Bar dues. Please contact Carol Tobias, Membership Director, if you have questions concerning your membership status at 472-0279 ext. 106 or Carol@austinbar.org.
Pay your dues today and don’t miss out on the fun!
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Kick-Off AYLA Poker Tournament Committee Meeting, March 4
Date: Tuesday, March 4
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: Giordani, Schurig, Beckett & Tackett, 100 Congress Ave., 14th Floor
Participate in organizing the best AYLA party of the year! The annual AYLA Poker Tournament is a fun way for AYLA members to raise money and awareness for projects such as Holiday Baskets, Christmas for Kids, and They Had a Dream Too. Lots of volunteers are needed to make this event the success it has been in the past.
Snacks and adult beverages will be provided for all that attend.
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Volunteer for LegalLine, March 4
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Lawyer Referral Service of Central Texas, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Volunteer to answer phones for the AYLA/LRS LegalLine program. Held the first Tuesday of every month between 5:30 and 7:30, LegalLine is a legal resource hotline. The commitment is small, just over two hours on a Tuesday night (volunteers are asked to arrive at 5:15 pm for a short orientation). All calls are anonymous, so your commitment ends when you hang up the phone.
Contact Jeannie Rollo at 472-1311 or Jeannie@austinbar.org to volunteer.
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ProDoc eFiling Basics CLE, March 7
Date: Friday, March 7
Time: noon
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Cost: FREE and lunch is included
CLE: 1.0 hours
Join the Bar for a FREE hour of CLE and learn how to make your practice more efficient with eFiling. This seminar, taught by Tom Schoolcraft, will cover subjects such as documents to eFile, eFiling fees, and even how to handle an eFiling mistake. Schoolcraft will also give an eFiling demonstration to help you better understand the process.
To RSVP for ProDoc’s eFiling Basics CLE, contact Michelle McFadyen at 472-0279 ext. 111 or Michelle@austinbar.org.
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SXSW Film Explores Rule of Law in Brazil, Beginning March 9
Date: March 9, 10, and 14
Time: 1:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
Location: Austin Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St.
Cost: $10 at the door
On February 12th, 2005, Sister Dorothy Stang, a Catholic nun from Dayton, Ohio, was shot six times and left to die on a muddy road in the Brazilian Amazon. Who was this woman? Why was she killed? And what will be done about it?
"They Killed Sister Dorothy" will premiere in competition on March 9 and 10 at the South by Southwest Film Festival. This feature-length documentary tracks the events following Stang's murder in Brazil. Produced by Oscar-winner Nigel Noble and narrated by Martin Sheen, “They Killed Sister Dorothy" captures the trial and the search for justice of those close to Stang.
For more information, visit the SXSW Web site.
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2008 AYLA Service Awards - Nominations Due March 14
Each year at the Law Day Banquet, the Austin Young Lawyers Association presents two awards for outstanding community and professional service. Here is your chance to help recognize deserving individuals for the Outstanding Young Lawyer and the Liberty Bell award. Those awarded will represent AYLA in the statewide Texas Young Lawyers Association award competition. Nomination forms are due to AYLA on March 14. For a nomination form, please visit http://www.ayla.org/.
Petition for AYLA Board Nominations - Due March 14
AYLA is seeking attorneys interested in serving on its board of directors for the 2008-2009 bar year. Serving on the board is a great way to gain leadership skills, increase your network, and become more active in the community.
To be eligible for a board position, you must be a current AYLA member and be 36 years of age or under as of July 1, 2008, or licensed to practice law in Texas for less than three years. If you would like to be placed on the ballot, submit a nominating petition signed by five current AYLA members to Debbie Kelly at Debbie@austinbar.org or fax to 473-2720. Nomination petitions are due Friday, March 14.
Nominations for AYLA Outstanding Alumnus and Outstanding Mentor Awards - Due March 14
Do you know a lawyer who is truly spectacular and committed to making a difference? Nominate him or her for the AYLA Outstanding Alumnus or Outstanding Mentor awards. The Outstanding Alumnus award is given to an attorney over the age of 36 who was actively involved in the AYLA as an officer, director, committee chair, or committee member, and who has significantly distinguished himself or herself in the profession as an alumnus of our organization. The Outstanding Mentor award is an attorney of any age who has consistently demonstrated a firm commitment to successfully mentoring young lawyers in the Austin area legal community. For a nomination form, please visit www.ayla.org.
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Smile and Say Cheese! 2008-2009 Membership Directory Headshots, March 17 – 21
Date: March 17 - 21
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
It’s that time of year again…
The Austin Bar is working with a new photographer for the 2008 – 2009 Membership Directory. Matthew Lemke is a professional commercial and portrait photographer in Austin, and specializes in corporate headshots and executive portraits, as well as family portraits. For examples of his work, click here.
Each 15 minute session will cost $15 and is payable upon arrival with cash, check, or credit card. Also, although there is no obligation, participants will have a range of options for purchasing digital files for their own use.
Though we will try to accommodate walk-ins, it cannot be guaranteed and scheduling an appointment is highly recommended. Call Matthew Lemke Photography at 512/970-2633 or e-mail Matt@MatthewLemke.com to schedule your sitting.
The schedule will fill up fast so please make your appointment soon!
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TYLA’s National Trial Competition Coming to Austin, March 27 – 28
Date: March 27 – 28
We all know that some of the best trial lawyers in the country are right here in Austin. In less than a month, 28 teams comprised of some of the best future trial lawyers will be in Austin and are looking for your assistance.
The Texas Young Lawyers Association and American College of Trial Lawyers are recruiting 168 judges to umpire and score the final rounds of the 33rd Annual National Trial Competition. Attorney participants can earn up to five hours of self-study CLE credit while helping the next generation obtain valuable experience and skills.
To participate as a judge, please contact Laura Miles-Valdez at 512/475-4151 or laura.miles-valdez@oag.state.tx.us.
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What Happens in Vegas...Stays in Vegas, April 5
CLE Cost Through March 5: $165 for AYLA members; $175 for non-AYLA members
CLE Cost After March 5: $195
Hotel Cost Through March 5: $139 per night
Austin Young Lawyers Association and the Amarillo Area Young Lawyers Association are hosting the Ninth Annual Las Vegas CLE on Saturday, April 5. This annual pilgrimage to Las Vegas gives lawyers of all ages the chance to earn approximately 5.5 hours (pending approval) of quality CLE, plus the opportunity to win back your registration fee at legitimate games of chance (not a likely occurrence).
Even if the gambling scene isn't for you, the Las Vegas CLE is the perfect opportunity to get quality CLE at an affordable price, expand your network of lawyer contacts from around the state, see great shows, enjoy fabulous shopping, and play unbelievable golf courses. Speakers this year include Texas Supreme Court Justice Paul Green, Justices Brian Quinn and Mackey Hancock of the Amarillo Court of Appeals, and Austin’s own Patrick Keel.
Hotel rooms are available at the Golden Nugget for $139 per night. This price is only guaranteed through Wednesday, March 5 so make plans early by calling 1-888-404-6441 and mentioning "Amarillo Area Young Lawyers CLE" to receive the discounted rate. In addition, AAYLA and AYLA will sponsor a happy hour on Friday, April 4.
Please click here to download the registration form.
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Volunteer Legal Services Needs Your Help!
Date: every Monday and Wednesday
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Location: Monday clinics take place at Martin Middle School, 1601 Haskell St.; Wednesday clinics take place at Webb Middle School, 601 E. Saint Johns Ave.
This is a perfect opportunity for attorneys looking for a short term pro bono commitment. VLS needs attorneys to give one-on-one advice at their twice weekly legal clinics.
Monday night clinics are at Martin Middle School. Wednesday night clinics are at Webb Middle School. Clinics begin at 6 p.m. and usually wrap up between 8:00 or 8:30 p.m.
Decide how often you wish to be scheduled and contact Anna K. Meyers at 476-5550 ext. 304 or akmeyers@vlsoct.org.
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Travis County Courts Ask for Feedback on E-Courtroom System
The Travis County Courts would appreciate your feedback about the E-Courtroom system in the courtrooms. Click here to find the survey.
The Travis County Courts want to hear about your experience with the E-Courtroom system and what changes would be most beneficial to you. Please fill out the survey and return it to ecourtroom@co.travis.tx.us at your earliest convenience.
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Upcoming Meetings
SECTIONS:
Wednesday, March 5 - Family Law Section Meeting
Wednesday, March 5 - Labor & Employment Law Section Meeting
Thursday, March 6 - Environmental Law Section Meeting
Tuesday, March 11 - Technology & Computer Law Section Meeting
Tuesday, March 11 - Real Estate Law Section Meeting
Thursday, March 13 - Financial Institutions 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 to receptionist@austinbar.org or call 472-0279 with your name and the name of the committee.
Tuesday, March 4 - Settlement Week Committee Meeting
Thursday, March 6 - Women’s Resource Fair Committee Meeting
Friday, March 14 - Nominating Committee Meeting
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