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Week of May 18, 2009
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Drum Roll Please: Winners of the Austin Bar and Austin Young Lawyers Associations' Elections
The Austin Bar Association and the Austin Young Lawyers Association announce the results of the recent elections:
Austin Bar Association:
- President-Elect: David Whittlesey
- Secretary: David Chamberlain
- Treasurer: Lance Sharp
Directors:
- Judge Elisabeth Earle
- Jeff Rose
- Judge Eric Shepperd
- Amy Welborn
The new Board along with incoming President Ann Greeberg will take office July 1, 2009.
Austin Young Lawyers Association:
- President-Elect: Mike Golden
- Treasurer: Adam Schramek
- Secretary: Kennon Peterson
Directors:
- Nicki (Grodner) Glauser
- Lauren Kleine
- Adam Loewy
- Jessica Mangrum
The new Board, along with incoming President Chris Popov, will take office July 1, 2009.
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Last Chance to Participate in Leapholes, May 21
If you missed out in participating in Leapholes last year, here's your last chance to take part this year. In this short and easy-to-read novel, James Grippando educates young readers not only about the legal system but about the changes the legal system creates in society and invites young readers to analyze the benefits and detriments of historical legal precedent.
Be a part of legal history now by volunteering this Thursday, May 21, from 10:09 to 11:40 a.m. at Covington Middle School (3700 Convict Hill Road). We do all of the work for you, all you have to do is curl up with a good book!
To volunteer this Thursday, please contact Brooke Williams at Brooke@austinbar.org or 472-0279 x108.
If you have questions about the project, please contact Law Related Education Co-Chair, Rob Robinson, at Robert.Robinson@oag.state.tx.us or Brooke Williams at Brooke@austinbar.org or 472-0279 ext. 108.
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Breakfast with the Judiciary, May 21
Date: Thursday, May 21
Time: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Cost: $25 for breakfast and a parking validation
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at Michelle@austinbar.org or 472-0279 x111.
The Austin Bar invites you to join Judge Julie Kocurek of the 390th Criminal District Court at this month's Breakfast. Rise and shine a little earlier on Thursday for a hot breakfast and great start to your workday.
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Members' Free Fourth Friday CLE, May 22
Date: Friday, May 22
Time: noon
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Topic: Counsel Preparation for Mediation from a Mediator's and Lawyer's Perspectives
Speakers: Tom Collins and David Boyce
CLE: 1 Hour
RSVP to Mollie Gallagher at Mollie@austinbar.org or 472-0279.
Everything is better when free and CLE is no exception to the rule. Take advantage of one of the great perks to being a member of the Austin Bar: Free Fourth Friday CLE. RSVP today to make sure your seat is reserved!
Thank you to T-Mobile USA for providing lunch!
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Robert W. Calvert Chapter of American Inns of Court Accepting Applications Through Friday, May 22
The Robert W. Calvert Chapter of the American Inns of Court is accepting applications for new members through May 22. The American Inn of Court movement is modeled after the English Inns of Court system and is composed of over 30,000 members in 48 states and the District of Columbia. 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 LLP, 300 W. 6th St., Suite 2100, Austin, TX 78701 or by e-mail to jscheske@akingump.com.
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Members' Happy Hour Mixer with the Family Law Section, May 27
Date: Wednesday, May 27
Time: 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Host: Family Law Section
Cost: Free for and open only to Austin Bar members
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at Michelle@austinbar.org or 472-0279 x111.
The Family Law Section invites members of the Austin Bar Association to join them for a mid-week Happy Hour. Get to know the members of this section and see how they can help you.
Reservations are limited to the first 30 attendees. Please RSVP to ensure your spot.
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40-Hour Basic Mediation Course, June 3
Date: Begins Wednesday, June 3
Location: Austin Dispute Resolution Center, 5407 N. IH-35 #410
Register by Wednesday, May 20.
This 5-day course is designed to give individuals the skills and credentials they need to serve as a mediator in the State of Texas. Individuals actively participate in practice mediation following each lecture session, and certificates are provided to participants upon completion of the course.
For more information and to register for the course, please click here.
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Featured Member Benefit: Austin Bar Association Career Center
Austin Bar Association Career Center can help you find the perfect employer or employee. Just register with our virtual recruiting office to take advantage of an extensive resource center that allows you to post/edit your confidential resume online, research potential employers, post jobs, view online resumes of qualified candidates, and receive online tips for resume writing and interviewing.
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Upcoming Meetings
SECTIONS:
Thursday, May 21 - Civil Appellate Law Section Meeting
Thursday, May 21 - Construction Law Section Meeting
Thursday, May 28 - Solo/Small Firm 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 Mollie@austinbar.org or call 472-0279 with your name and the name of the committee.
Wednesday, May 20 - Law Day Committee Wrap-Up Meeting
Tuesday, May 26 - Judicial Affairs Committee Meeting
Wednesday, May 27 - People's Law School Committee Meeting
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