This represents upcoming FBA events. We strongly encourage FBA chapters, circuits, divisions, and sections to let us know which of their upcoming events they would like to see publicized in this section. You may submit event information online using the section/division event form or the chapter event form. You can contact us by phone at: (571) 481-9100 or by e-mail at: fba@fedbar.org
In addition to the events listed below, the Federal Bar Association is pleased
to offer online educational opportunities to FBA members as an exclusive member
benefit through LegalSpan, “The Leader in Online Education.” To
earn your CLE online, go to the LegalSpan Web site, www.legalspan.com.
Click on CLE catalogs, then click “Federal Bar Association” for
instructions and course selections.
July 8, 2009
Meet & Greet Luncheon with Judge Houck
Time:
12:00 noon
Location: The offices of Mark C. Tannenbaum, P.A., 241-243 East Bay
St., Charleston.
Cost: $10, includes lunch.
Registration:
Please call
Mia Maness at 843.577.5100 for further details.
July 8, 2009
A Luncheon with Kathleen McCleery (Dep. Exec. Producer) and Caroline Nathan Horn (Dep. Sen. Producer, Politics),
"The Newshour With Jim Lehrer"
Presented by the Capitol Hill Chapter of the FBA
Time: Nnoon – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Montpelier Room, 6th Floor, SW Corner, Madison Building, Library of Congress
Cost of lunch: $15 for Members; $20 for non-members. (The program is free for members who bring lunch.)
Reservations: May be made by e-mail (preferred) or U.S. Mail by Monday, July 6. Please contact Tony Ogden by e-mail at togden@gpo.gov or use the reservation form. Please indicate if you are an FBA member. Lunches are ordered based on reservations, so if you are unable to attend, please provide advance notice.
July 9, 2009
Summer Law Clerk Program Employment Roundtable
Presented by the Younger Lawyers Division of the FBA
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Location: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces (450 E St., NW, Washington, DC 20442)
July 13, 2009
FBA Awards Deadline
View the awards page for applications and to nominate a person or chapter today!
July 14, 2009
FBA Diversity Committee event hosting the Minnesota Hispanic Bar Association and the Hispanic National Bar Association
Presented by the Minnesota Chapter of the FBA
Time: 5:00 pm – Appetizers and Cash Bar; 5:30 pm – Presentations by Magistrate Judge Jeanne Graham, Minnesota Hispanic Bar Association, Hispanic National Bar Association, and Second Judicial District Court Judge Hon. Salvador M. Rosas
Place: U.S. Courthouse, 316 North Robert St., St. Paul, Minn. 55101
July 14, 2009
E-Discovery:
Identifying Issues and Sharing Practical Solutions
A CLE Presentation and Interactive Workshop Featuring:
Hon. John F. Anderson, U.S. Magistrate Judge;
Patrick Oot, Director of Electronic Discovery and
Senior Litigation Counsel, Verizon Communications;
Anne M. Devens, Reed Smith LLP;
Charles F. B. McAleer Jr., Miller & Chevalier Chartered.
Presented by the Northern Virginia Chapter of the FBA
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location:
Albert V. Bryan Courthouse,
401 Courthouse Square,
Alexandria, VA,
Jury Assembly Room, Third Floor
CLE:
2 hours of CLE credit pending
Cost: $70 for FBA members,
$90 for Non-members
Registration: View form
July 16, 2009
Summer Law Clerk Program Department of Justice Roundtable
Presented by the Younger Lawyers Division of the FBA
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Location: George Washington University Law School room Lis201 (Lisner Hall) of the Student Conference Center, 2000 H Street, NW,
Washington, DC 20052
July 17, 2009
Summer Law Clerk Program Department of Defense Roundtable
Presented by the Younger Lawyers Division of the FBA
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: U.S. Army Legal Services Agency (901 N. Stuart St., Arlington, VA [Ballston Metro])
July 23, 2009
Review of Major Supreme Court Decisions—October Term 2008
Presented by the Tidewater Chapter of the FBA
Guest Speakers: Hon. Tommy E. Miller, Magistrate Judge;
Professor James Duane, Regent University School of Law;
L. Steven Emmert, Esquire
Time: 1:00 pm
Location:
Walter E. Hoffman U.S. Courthouse,
Courtroom 1, Third Floor,
600 Granby Street,
Norfolk, VA 23510
Cost:
$35.00 (FBA Members),
$45.00 (Non-FBA Members)
CLE Credits: 3 hours (1 hour of ethics credit)
Registration: Register NO LATER than July 21, 2009. Seating is limited to 100 – First Come, First Served. View form
July 23, 2009
Broward Chapter Monthly Luncheon Featuring Guest Speaker Magistrate Judge Lurana Snow
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Riverside Hotel, Fort Lauderdale
Cost: If paid by July 17: FBA members $30, Nonmembers $35, Government attorneys $25, Judiciary & Judicial Law Clerks $15. After July 17: FBA members $35, Nonmembers $40, Government attornets $25, Judiciary & Judicial Law Clerks $20.
Registration: RSVP to lwilliams@bergersingerman.com.
Please make checks payable to “FBA Broward Chapter” and mail to Treasurer Lorianne Williams, Esq., Berger Singerman, 350 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 1000, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Your check must be received no later than July 17, 2009 to obtain the prepaid discount.
July 24, 2009
Summer Law Clerk Program Congressional Roundtable
Presented by the Younger Lawyers Division of the FBA
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
July 25, 2009
Lake Presidential First Annual Golf Clinic & Cocktail Reception
Presented by the DC Chapter of the FBA
Quality group instruction and individual attention for golfers of every level (clubs can be rented). Perfect for the first-time golfer or the avid player who wants to pick up a few tips on the swing!
Location: 3151 Presidential Golf Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 (301) 627-8577 // (301) 298-9999
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Golf Clinic) and 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM (Cocktail Reception)
Cost: $50.00 – includes the cost of the clinic, two hour open bar cocktail reception and light canapés.
Reserve your place today by contacting Kelly Loughery at Kelly.Loughery@smiths.com.
August 28, 2009
CARDS and A CRUISE: Silent Auction to Benefit The DC Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Sponsored by the DC Chapter of the FBA
Cruise the Potomac, enjoy a grand buffet and open bar while relaxing under the stars.
Location: Spirit of Washington Cruises 600 Water Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024
Times: Cantina Marina (6:00PM), Board (7:30 PM), Cast Away (8:00PM), Dock (11:00PM)
View Flyer for more information. View Terms & Conditions.
Future
Highlights
September 10–12, 2009
Annual Meeting and Convention
The Skirvin Hilton,
One Park Avenue,
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Rooms are guaranteed at a special rate of $169.00 per night until August 19, 2009
Make reservations by calling 1.888.490.6546 and request the Federal Bar Association rate.
View the Save the Date Flyer
September 24, 2009
5th Annual Judith N. Keep Federal Civil Practice Seminar—A Half-Day Seminar on Federal Civil Practice
Time: 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Location:
Federal Jury Assembly Room,
880 Front Street,
San Diego, CA 92101
Featuring panels of judges from the District Court on the following topics:
Opening Statements Panel: "Caution: Dangerous Curves Ahead"
Motion Panel: "Riding Down Rule 56"
Settlement Panel: "Rules of the Road in ENEs"
Clerk's Update: "Navigation Tips for CM/ECF"
Event speakers: Chief Judge Irma E. Gonzalez, Judge Marilyn L. Huff,
Judge Barry T. Moskowitz, Judge Jeffrey T. Miller,
Judge John A. Houston, Judge Roger T. Benitez, Judge
Janis L. Sammartino, Judge Michael M. Anello, Judge
Ruben B. Brooks, Judge Louisa S. Porter, Judge Anthony
J. Battaglia, Judge Nita L. Stormes, Judge Jan M.
Adler, Judge William McCurine, Jr., and Judge Cathy Ann
Bencivengo
Cost: FBA member: $30, nonmember: $40
October 9–10, 2009
Tri-State Federal Bar Conference
Location: Sun Valley, Idaho
Registration: View Flyer for conference details. If
you have questions or comments, please contact
Wendy Olson at (208) 334-9125 or
Susie Headlee at (208) 334-9373 or Susie_Boring-Headlee@id.uscourts.gov
April 8–9, 2010
35th Indian Law Conference
Location: Hilton Buffalo Thunder, Santa Fe, N.M.
A block of rooms is being held at the special conference rate of $140/night. Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-Hiltons.
March 5, 2010
34th Annual Tax Law Conference
Location: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Washington, D.C.
June 3–4, 2010
22nd Annual Insurance Tax Conference
Location: J.W. Marriott, Washington, D.C.
A block of rooms is being held at the special conference rate of $275.00/night. Reservations can be made by calling 1 (800) 228-9290.
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