The Utah Chapter of the Federal Bar Association is composed of federal judges and lawyers who practice in Utah federal courts. Participation in the FBA gives lawyers the opportunity to network with local attorneys and judges. In addition, the FBA provides many substantive CLE programs on federal practice and the latest developments in the law. These valuable programs are offered to our members at a discount rate!
Annual Ronald N. Boyce Federal Court Litigation Practice Seminar. This popular, full-day seminar features presentations by our local federal judges and magistrates. The speakers cover subjects of particular interest to federal lawyers such as changes to the federal rules, evidence issues, pretrial practice, the appellate process, ethics, and recent developments in federal law. This year, the seminar will be held on November 6 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. See Calendar of Events.
Annual Criminal Law Seminar. The Utah Chapter offers a full-day seminar designed for prosecutors and criminal defense lawyers. The seminar generally features presentations by local federal judges and other experts in criminal law. The afternoon breakout sessions will allow prosecutors and defense counsel to met separately to discuss issues of particular concern to each group. This year, the Criminal Law Seminar was held on Friday, May 15, at the Hotel Monaco in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Tri-State Conference. The Utah, Idaho and Wyoming Chapters of the Federal Bar Association have joined forces to present a unique regional CLE conference focusing on timely federal law issues. This one-day conference was held in Jackson Hole in 2005, Sun Valley in 2006, Park City in 2007, and Jackson Hole again in 2008. This year, the Tri-State Conference will be held again in Sun Valley on October 8, 9, and 10. See Calendar of Events.
“Side Bar” CLE Luncheons. The Utah Chapter's "Side Bar" Series of CLE luncheons is a unique opportunity for federal practitioners to interact with our local federal judges. The Side Bar luncheon begins with remarks from the judge, but the majority of the time is devoted to questions from the attendees. This is a perfect opportunity to ask questions and learn about the featured judge's preferences and insights into federal practice. Because this is a limited seating event, invitations are extended first to our members -- just one of the benefits of membership in the Federal Bar Association.
Social and Special Events. The FBA sponsors social and special events, including our Annual Awards Dinner at which we honor an outstanding federal judge and lawyer. We also co-sponsor special events with the Tenth Circuit Historical Society. These events are a great opportunity to get to know who’s who in the legal community.
Informative Publications. Members receive the Utah Chapter’s quarterly newsletter on events and developments of interest to local federal practitioners. In addition, members receive The Federal Lawyer, published monthly by the national Federal Bar Association.