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Ongoing Association News
House of Delegates to Consider 6 Resolutions at June 7 Meeting
Posted: 5/15/2012
The LSBA’s House of Delegates will consider six resolutions, seat eight members to two committees and handle other business at its meeting on Thursday, June 7, in conjunction with the LSBA’s Annual Meeting at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Fla. To review the agenda and all resolutions online, go to: http://www.lsba.org/InsideLSBA/HOD.asp.
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Annual Meeting, Summer School: Great Registration Rates Through May 29
Posted: 5/1/2012
LSBA members may still take advantage of great registration rates through May 29 for the 71st LSBA Annual Meeting and the 2012 joint LSBA/Louisiana Judicial College (LJC) Summer School. The Summer School is June 3-6 and the Annual Meeting is June 6-8, both at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Fla. Special registration rates are available for judges, lawyers employed full-time by local, state or federal government, and lawyers employed full-time by legal aid agencies or indigent defense agencies. Register for both events and save! To register online, to download registration forms and for information on the schedules and speakers, go to: http://www.lsba.org/annualmeeting/.
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Annual Meeting/Summer School: Housing Reservations Based on Availability
Posted: 5/1/2012
The deadline has expired to reserve rooms in the LSBA block for the Annual Meeting and Summer School. However, Sandestin is still accepting reservations based on availability and we understand that accommodations are still available. LSBA members should mail or fax the Housing Request Form directly to Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy. West, Sandestin, Fla. 32550; fax (850)267-8221. Only reservations submitted on the Housing Request Form will be accepted. To download a Housing Request Form, go to: http://www.lsba.org/annualmeeting/.
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Louisiana Bar Center to Close for Memorial Day
Posted: 5/15/2012
The Louisiana Bar Center will be closed on Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day. The office will reopen for business at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 29.
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Update Your Member Record: LADB Assessment, LSBA Dues Notice Being Mailed in May
Posted: 5/15/2012
The 2012-13 Attorney Registration Statement/Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board Assessment and Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA) Membership Dues Notice will be mailed in May. Members should advise the LSBA Membership Department of any changes to their membership information to ensure receipt of the material. Members may download the Membership Information Update Form at http://www.lsba.org/MemberInfoUpdate and mail or fax to Membership Department, Louisiana State Bar Association, 601 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70130; fax (504)566-0930; or log in to their online Member Account and select “Update Membership Profile.”
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Renew Your LSBA Law Student Membership or Join the Group by July 1
Posted: 5/15/2012
For only $40 annually, law students may become part of the LSBA’s Law Student Membership and obtain the same benefits offered to Louisiana lawyers. The deadline for submitting the membership application with payment is July 1. For more information on benefits and payment procedures, go to: http://www.lsba.org/yld.
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Last Call: Register for May 18 Diversity Roundtable
Posted: 5/15/2012
The Diversity and Inclusion Roundtable Discussion CLE is set for this Friday, May 18, at the Louisiana Bar Center, 601 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans (approved for 1.5 credit hours, all professionalism). The CLE is free for signatories of the LSBA Statement of Diversity Principles and $20 for all other members. For more information, go to: http://www.lsba.org/cle.
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July 31 is Deadline for “Who’s Who in ADR” 2012 Directory
Posted: 5/15/2012
It’s time to book a listing in the LSBA’s “Who’s Who in ADR 2012” directory. The directory will be mailed with the October/November 2012 Louisiana Bar Journal, then uploaded to the LSBA’s home page for a full year of access. The directory offers advertising space to arbitrators and mediators (individuals only) for profiles, photographs and contact information. The deadline to submit profiles and photos is July 31. The cost is $125 per listing. Firms booking three or more individual listings receive a free firm listing. For more information, go to: http://www.lsba.org/adr.
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July 31 is Deadline for Crystal Gavel Awards Nominations
Posted: 5/15/2012
The LSBA’s Crystal Gavel Awards Committee is seeking nominations for 2012-13 Crystal Gavel Awards. The nomination deadline is July 31. For more information and a nomination form, go to: http://www.lsba.org/GoTo/CrystalGavel.
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Nominations Sought for Members of 2012-13 Leadership LSBA Class
Posted: 5/3/2012 ; Revised: 5/3/2012
LSBA President-Elect John H. Musser IV is currently seeking candidates for the 2012/2013 Leadership LSBA Class. Deadline for return of nominations is Friday, June 15.
This program was created in 2002 by LSBA President Larry Feldman, Jr. and provides exposure to how the LSBA functions as well as the pressing issues that face the Association and the legal profession. It also provides participants with general information on the responsibilities of volunteer leaders. Through at least one project (previous projects included a high school art contest, a “Coming of Age” brochure for high school seniors, a series of pro bono CLEs, and a 5K fundraiser for the Lawyers Assistance Program), the program strives to further develop young attorneys’ leadership skills and to provide them with opportunities for statewide networking. Prior classes have ranged in size from 5 to 12.
Candidates should be sure that they have the time and ability to commit to the completion of the class requirements. By conclusion of FY 2012/2013 (which ends in June 2013), participants will be required to:
- Attend one meeting of the Board of Governors;
- Attend one meeting of the House of Delegates;
- Attend one meeting of the Young Lawyers Section Council;
- Attend one Budget Committee meeting;
- Attend one meeting of the Access to Justice Committee;
- Attend one meeting of an LSBA committee of their choice;
- Work with their class to develop and implement a class project with the help of staff and other young leaders; and
- Commit to serve on an LSBA committee for 2013/2014
For the above events and other activities (with the exception of the Annual Meeting in Sandestin), the LSBA will reimburse expenses in accordance with existing policies. At the conclusion of the year, class members who have completed all requirements will be recognized at the LSBA Annual Meeting.
So that President Musser may make these appointments by mid-July, candidates should send their completed application (see below) along with a resume or CV, no later than Friday, June 15, to:
Danielle Boveland
Communications Coordinator – Online Media
601 St. Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70130
FAX (504)566-0930
danielle.boveland@lsba.org
2012-13 Leadership LSBA Class Application
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2012 Legislative Session: Board of Governors Takes Positions on 32 Bills
Posted: 5/1/2012
Following the April 14 and April 21 meetings of the LSBA’s Legislation Committee and the Board of Governors, respectively, positions were taken on several bills under consideration in the 2012 legislative session. The LSBA is supporting seven bills and opposing 25 others. To review all bills and reasons for the positions, go to: http://www.lsba.org/NewsResources/newsresources.asp?NewsID=880. For more information on the legislative process, click on the “Legislative Advocacy” link online under “Member Services” on the LSBA home page, http://www.lsba.org.
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Important Reminder: Lawyer Advertising Filing Requirement
Posted: 4/3/2012
Per Rule 7.7 of the Louisiana Rules of Professional Conduct, all lawyer advertisements and all unsolicited written communications sent in compliance with Rule 7.4 or 7.6(c) - unless specifically exempt under Rule 7.8 - are required to be filed with the LSBA Rules of Professional Conduct Committee, through LSBA Ethics Counsel, prior to or concurrent with first use/dissemination. Written evaluation for compliance with the Rules will be provided within 30 days of receipt of a complete filing. Failure to file/late filing will expose the advertising lawyer(s) to risk of challenge, complaint and/or disciplinary consequences. The necessary Filing Application Form, information about the filing and evaluation process, the required filing fee(s) and the pertinent Rules are available online at: http://www.lsba.org/LawyerAdvertising. Inquiries, questions and requests for assistance may be directed to LSBA Ethics Counsel Richard P. Lemmler, Jr., RLemmler@LSBA.org, (800)421-5722, ext. 144, or direct dial (504)619-0144.
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Free Fastcase CLE Webinars Are Back for 2012!
Posted: 2/8/2012
The LSBA is again offering free Fastcase CLE webinars throughout 2012. Earn up to three free CLE credits with Fastcase's three-session live webinar Internet courses, "Introduction to Fastcase," "Boolean (Keyword) Search for Lawyers" and "Advanced Tips for Enhanced Legal Research on Fastcase." To take advantage of this offer, you must register through the LSBA website by using your LSBA log-in information; finding the link for the date and session that suits you; and following the instructions. CLE credit will be issued when your attendance is confirmed after the webinar. For more information, go to http://www.lsba.org and click on "Fastcase" under "Member Services" on the left of the home page.
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Lawyers’ Assistance Program Offers Services to LSBA Members and Their Families
Posted: 8/2/2011 ; Revised: 1/6/2012
The Lawyers’ Assistance Program, Inc. provides confidential assistance to LSBA members and their families with problems such as alcoholism, substance abuse, mental health issues, gambling and all other addictions. To review all services and to read the latest LAP newsletter, go to: http://www.lsba.org/lap.
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