Cincinnati 2004

Mark Your Calendar! Make Your Plans!

Don’t Miss the Federal Bar Association’s
2004 Annual Meeting and Convention
October 2–5, 2004 in Cincinnati!

Whether we are listening to the administration discussing a new world order or to parents and kids discussing symbols on the new $20 bill, freedom is a cornerstone concept of our daily lives. As lawyers, we are responsible for defining and defending that concept. With the opening of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in mid-summer 2004, the 2004 FBA Annual Meeting and Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio, is a unique setting to analyze freedom from a past, present, and future perspective. A wide array of speakers and CLE programs at this year’s convention will focus on the multiple layers of freedom.

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Social Events and Meetings

Social Events

Sunday, October 3
Foundation of the Federal Bar Association Fellows Luncheon.12:30–2 p.m. The Foundation of the Federal Bar Association will induct its 2004 Fellows.

Reception at the National Underground Freedom Center. 7–10 p.m. This event will be held at the newly opened National Underground Freedom Center, a museum that encourages everyone to celebrate the ongoing quest for freedom. Attendees will be able to explore the museum and experience inspiring and heroic stories of courage, cooperation, and perseverance through the museum’s exhibits. Entertainment will be provided by the Phil DeGreg Trio. Roundtrip transportation for this event will be provided, departing the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Hotel. Attire: Business casual.

Monday, October 4
Younger Federal Lawyers Award Luncheon. Noon–1:30 p.m. The luncheon will include the Younger Federal Lawyer Awards presentation. The awards are bestowed upon outstanding federal attorneys nominated by U.S. agency heads, general counsels, judge advocates general, administrative judges, and fellow attorneys.

Reception at the Newport Aquarium. 7–10 p.m. Please join us for a tour of the world’s marine life at the Newport Aquarium. This state-of-the-art facility is home to 7,000 marine animals that represent more than 600 species. Roundtrip transportation for this event will be provided, departing the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Hotel. Attire: Business casual.

Tuesday, October 5
FBA Awards Luncheon. 11:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m. This annual event recognizes the outstanding service and achievements of Federal Bar Association members, sections, divisions, and chapters. Join us in honoring recipients of the following distinguished awards: Special Recognition Awards, Section and Division Leadership Awards, Vice Presidents for the Circuit Awards, Chapter Activity Awards, and FBA Newsletter Awards.

Reception and Presidential Installation Banquet. 6–10 p.m. The banquet marks the formal installation of Thomas R. Schuck as the Federal Bar Association national president for the fiscal year 2005. The banquet will also feature the presentation of the Elaine R. "Boots" Fisher Public Service Award, the Ilene and Michael Shaw Public Service Grants, the President’s Award, the Sarah T. Hughes Civil Rights Award, and the Earl W. Kintner Award. The Post-Banquet Party will commence at the conclusion of the banquet. Entertainment will be provided by the Blue Wisp Band.

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Continuing Legal Education Credit

If you would like your attendance at the annual convention's CLE programs to be reported to any state agencies with mandatory CLE requirements, please be sure to bring your state bar identification numbers with you to the convention. The appropriate paperwork will be available at the FBA registration desk.

CLE Schedule

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About the Hotel

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this Art Deco landmark is across from Fountain Square in the heart of downtown Cincinnati. The hotel is part of the Carew Tower complex that also houses Tower Place Mall, with over 70 upscale shops and restaurants. The city's famous skywalk system connects the hotel to the Dr. Albert Sabin Convention Center and several offices. The hotel is within walking distance to Cincinnati's Backstage Entertainment District, Paul Brown Stadium, The Great American Ballpark, US Bank Arena, Music Hall, and theaters. It is just minutes away from the Newport on the Levee Entertainment Complex.
Rooms are available at a special group rate of $130 per night plus tax, single or double occupancy. A government rate of $80 per night plus tax, single or double occupancy, is available with a government ID. Please contact the hotel directly at (513) 421-9100 or contact Hilton Reservations at
1-800-HILTONS (445-8667). Be sure to mention the Federal Bar Association when booking a room in order to receive the group rate. Reservations must be made by Sept. 1, 2004, to receive group rate.

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Transportation

Airline — Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport is located 15 miles from the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza and is a 20-minute ride by car.

United Airlines • (800) 521-4041, Meeting ID Code – 556AM
Delta Airlines • (800) 241-6760, Meeting ID Code – 195114A. Larger discounts apply if ticketed 60 days in advance.

Car Rental — Special discounted car rental rates for this conference are available through AVIS at (800) 331-1600. Be sure to mention our AVIS Worldwide Discount Number A974699 to qualify for these savings.

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Area Attractions

A timeline through classical music, the American Classical Music Hall of Fame is a 9,000-square-foot facility that houses a variety of engaging displays including a rare collection of vintage recording donated by the world-renowned collector of classical music, Jack Saul.

A fantastic way to see Cincinnati, BB Riverboats offers a variety of siteseeing and themed cruises daily.
Just across the Ohio River in Kentucky, the Newport’s Levee is a 10-acre entertainment district that combines entertainment, dining, and shopping.

The Cincinnati Fire Museum displays over 200 years worth of firefighting history and honors firefighters past and present. The museum’s collection includes Cincinnati’s oldest surviving fire truck, leather fire buckets, and a Hunneman hand pumper.

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is the nation’s second oldest zoo and is a national historic landmark. The zoo’s 75 acres house more than 500 animal species and 3,000 plant varieties. The Cincinnati Zoo is ranked as one of the top zoos in the country.

The World Peace Bell is the world’s largest swinging bell with symbols of human achievements designed into the bell. This bronze bell rings for world peace.

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