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Week of November 12, 2007
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Black & White Suits in Support of Pakistani Lawyers, THIS Wednesday, November 14
Members of the Austin Bar Association received an e-mail letter on Friday from President Jo Ann Merica asking all Austin attorneys to wear black suits and white shirts in support of the lawyers in Pakistan who have risked their lives to preserve democracy and the rule of law.
To view Merica’s statement, please visit www.austinbar.org.
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Criminal Law Retreat THIS Weekend, Register Today!
Date: Friday, Nov. 16 through Saturday, Nov. 17
Location: Fredericksburg Inn & Suites, 201 South Washington
CLE: 6.5 hours
Don’t miss this opportunity to combine CLE, relaxation, and camaraderie in Fredericksburg, Texas. Earn 6.5 hours CLE and participate in the Wine & Biergarten Crawl and Homemade Peach Ice Cream Social.
There are still a few spots left! For the brochure, with the schedule, cost, and registration information, please click here. Fax the registration form to 473-2720. Contact Michelle McFadyen at 472-0279 for more information.
Registration deadline is Wednesday, Nov. 14. Don’t miss out!
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Memorial Service in Honor of Larry Langley, November 13
Larry Langley, Austin Bar President from 1986 - 1987, passed away Nov. 8 surrounded by family at his home. A memorial service has been planned for Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 3:00 p.m. at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 3003 Northland Drive.
Larry attended Texas A & M University, but received his undergraduate and law degrees from the University of Texas.
After graduation from law school, Larry accepted a job as an undercover special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Throughout his career, he was a partner with the law firms of Jackson Walker (formerly Small, Craig and Werkenthin) and Akin, Gump, Strauss, Hauer & Feld. He served as director of the State Bar of Texas. The Austin Bar Association recognized his commitment to the legal community by presenting him the 2004 Professionalism Award.
Friends and colleagues may also pay their respects to Larry and his family at www.wcfish.com
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Ethics at the Alamo, THIS Thursday, November 15
It’s here! Ethics at the Alamo, starring MC Claude Ducloux and an exciting array of Austin celebrities for the most fun you'll have earning Ethics CLE.
Confirmed contestants/expert panelists:
Judge Andrew Austin
Judge Suzanne Covington
Judge Elisabeth Earle
Sam Johnson
Jeff Jury
Patrick Keel
Judge Orlinda Naranjo
David Sheppard
Warren Vavra
Judge Lee Yeakel
Time: 3 to 5 p.m.
Location: The NEW Alamo Drafthouse Downtown, 320 E. 6th Street
Cost for Austin Bar Civil Litigation Section Members: $110
Cost for AYLA members: $125
Cost for General Registration: $140
CLE: Application for two hours of ethics CLE credit will be submitted.
Register today! Visit http://www.asaustin.org/site/PageServer?pagename=caalp_ethics2007 to register.
Ethics at the Alamo is sponsored by AYLA and Capital Area AIDS Legal Project.
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Breakfast with the Judiciary, November 15
Jumpstart your day with Judge David Phillips and a hot breakfast at the Bar.
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Cost: $20 (includes breakfast and parking validation)
RSVP: Advance reservation and pre-payment are required. Reserve your spot by contacting Michelle McFadyen at michelle@austinbar.org or 472-0279. Please send your check to Michelle McFadyen at the Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700, Austin, Texas 78701.
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AYLA Members Only: Don't Miss the AYLA Evening with the Judiciary, November 15
All AYLA members are invited to attend the 9th annual Evening with the Judiciary. This is an excellent opportunity for young lawyers to interact with various judges.
Money will be collected for Holiday Baskets. Please bring cash or check to donate to this worthy cause.
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Four Seasons Hotel, 98 San Jacinto Blvd.
For more information, please contact Debbie Kelly at 472-0279
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Free THIRD Friday, November 16
Time: noon
Location: Austin Bar Association, 816 Congress Ave., Suite 700
Speaker: Todd Smith
Topic: Appellate Issues
CLE: 1.0 hours
Join the Bar for a free hour of CLE and lunch. This month’s Free Fourth Friday has been moved due to Thanksgiving.
RSVP to Michelle McFadyen at michelle@austinbar.org.
Thank you to our sponsor Print Logics.
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Volunteer Attorneys Needed to Give Advice on Debt Issues
Volunteer Legal Services needs volunteer attorneys to give advice on debt matters at their Monday and Wednesday night legal advice clinics. The clinics begin at 6 p.m. and typically end by 8:00 p.m. Volunteers need some experience in debt and bankruptcy law matters. Please contact Anna K. Meyers at 476-5550, ext. 304 or at akmeyeres@vlsoct.org to volunteer or if you have any questions.
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Upcoming Meetings
SECTIONS:
Tuesday, -Real Estate Section CLE
Wednesday, - Oil, Gas & Mineral Law Section CLE
Thursday, - Alternative Dispute Resolution Section CLE
Thursday, -Construction Law Section CLE
Monday, -Administrative Law Section CLE
Tuesday, -CAFA DVD’s
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, Nov. 13 - People’s Law School Committee Meeting
Friday, Nov. 16 - Women’s Resource Fair Committee Meeting
Wednesday, Nov. 21 - Publications Committee Meeting
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