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Programs and CLEs:
*** Engergize Your Job Search! An Intensive Full Day Program on Nov. 14
Finding a job in the current market requires hard work, creativity and tenacity. This program will help you tap into the strengths and tools you need to land your next job. The day starts by helping you realistically evaluate your own inherent strengths and interests, and walks you through every important step on the way to your interview including the interview itself. Sign up in advance for a mock interview and a personalized, face-to-face evaluation. The program is at the CBA CLE offices on 1900 Grant St., 3rd floor from 9 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. Register now for either the LIVE or WEBCAST program. Tuition is $25, including lunch and snacks.
*** Young Lawyer Conference 2009: I'm a Lawyer... Now What? on Nov. 18
In this economy, it's more important than ever to be able to hit the ground running. Law school prepares you to think like a lawyer, but it doesn't always prepare you to actually be a lawyer. This conference will get you on the right track and allow you to provide your clients with the best service you can, whether you're navigating your new role as an associate, tackling your first trial, filing your first brief or simply trying to steer clear of the kind ethical pitfalls that will land you in the Office of Attorney Regulation. This program is hosted by the CBA YLD at the CBA CLE offices at 1900 Grant St., 3rd floor, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:05 p.m. Register now. Tuition is $95 for YLD members, $179 for CBA members, or $279 for non members, and includes six general CLE credits, including 1 ethics credit. Thanks to the generosity of the CBA Economic Task Force, tuition assistance may be available.
*** Free Program and CLE: Professional Peak Performance on Oct. 15
The ethical obligations all attorneys have to their clients is the subject of a talk by Woody Clouse. He will define specific ways for lawyers to perform at their peak during initial consultation and while litigating in court. One ethics credit. There is no cost to attend. Oct. 15, 5:30–7 p.m., at the DTC Colorado Athletic Club, 5555 DTC Pkwy., Greenwood Village. This program is sponsored by the CBA Economic Task Force. To register, call (303) 860-1115, ext. 727 or e-mail lunches@cobar.org.
*** Free Job Search and Career Transition Support Group
Attend one or all of the brown-bag group sessions from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 10, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 9, April 13, May 11 and June 8. Participate in a safe, confidential forum where you can share your experiences, network and gather practical information to enhance your job search or career transition efforts. To register, call (303) 860-1115, ext. 727 or e-mail lunches@cobar.org. Be sure to mention which date you will be attending. This program is sponsored by the CBA Economic Task Force.
*** Free CLE Movie Nights in November
*** CBA YLD CLE Movie Night Nov. 5
The CBA YLD, in partnership with the Boulder County Bar YLD and CU Environmental Law Society, will host a CLE Movie Night on Thursday, Nov. 5 at the University of Colorado Law School. Free pizza, beverages and CLE (credit applied for). Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m. for the 6:00 p.m. program, "An Introduction to Citizen Suits Under the CAA, CWA, CERCLA, and RCRA." Then from 7-9 p.m. is the movie "A Civil Action." RSVP to (303) 860-1115, x727 or e-mail lunches@cobar.org. Please be sure to mention that the RSVP is for the CU movie night.
*** DBA YLD CLE Movie Night Nov. 12
The DBA YLD will host a CLE Movie Night on Thursday, Nov. 12 at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law. Free pizza, beverages and CLE (credit applied for). Program starts at 6 p.m. with the CLE presentation and movie showing of "Showing Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room." RSVP to (303) 860-1115, x727 or e-mail lunches@cobar.org. Please be sure to mention that the RSVP is for the DU movie night.
*** CBA Economic Task Force Movie Night on Nov. 18
The CBA ETF will sponsor a CLE Movie Night on Wednesday, Nov. 18, following the Young Lawyer Conference at the CBA CLE offices on 1900 Grant Street, 3rd Floor. Pizza, beverages and CLE (ethics credit applied for). Program starts at 6 p.m. with the CLE presentation titled "Coping with the Rambo Lawyer" and movie showing of "Class Action." RSVP to (303) 860-1115, x727 or e-mail lunches@cobar.org. This program is free for members who are attending the Young Lawyer Conference, $5 for CBA members and $20 for non-CBA members. Please be sure to mention that the RSVP is for the ETF movie night.
Events:
*** Fall Swearing-In Ceremony on Oct. 26
The fall swearing-in ceremony is Oct. 26 at the Boettcher Concert Hall, located inside the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. and the ceremony begins at 3:30 p.m. If you have questions, please contact Heather Clark at hclark@cobar.org.
*** Practice Section Open House, Reception and Avalanche Game on Nov. 6
Please join the CBA YLD from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Warwick Hotel Millennium Room. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be available at no cost. The first drink is on the house, and there will be a cash bar. Representatives from the various practice sections of the CBA will be available to answer your questions. Follow up this great event with a post-reception Avalanche game. Please click here to purchase your Avs tickets. We have seating reserved at a per ticket price of $22 and $30. This is another great networking event brought to you by the CBA YLD. Please RSVP to Ben Currier at benc@m-s-lawyers.com.
*** Shoot Some Hoops! Register by Nov. 20
Lawyers League Basketball will kick off the 2010 season in January, continuing through early March with the division championships. Games will likely be played at the University of Denver. The team entry fee is expected to be between $600–750, pending final facility and insurance costs. Team captains from last year received registration and sign-up information in mid-October. If you are interested in registering a team or if you have any questions, contact Todd Jansen at (303) 337-0838 or Todd@ToddJansenlaw.com, or Rob Hooke at (303) 261-8196 or rob.hooke@eonbusiness.com.
Volunteer Opportunities:
*** Colorado State High School Mock Trial Tournament
Volunteer attorneys, law students, court staff, paralegals and community leaders are needed to help score or judge rounds! For more info and to volunteer click on www.coloradohighschoolmocktrial.com. The 2010 Tournament will be hosted by the El Paso County Bar Association and the El Paso County Combined Courts on March 12 & 13 at the El Paso County Combined Courts, 270 South Tejon, Colorado Springs.
*** CAN You?
Collect a few cans of food? Fill a backpack with supplies for school children? Ride a bike? Collect a few toothbrushes? Find a special toy for a child? Then you can join the Denver Bar Association Community Action Network Committee. To volunteer with the committee or for more information, contact Heather Clark at (303) 824-5350 or hclark@cobar.org. Or go to www.denbar.org and click on Committees.
*** Geico Insurance Discounts
Geico Insurance offers high-quality and trusted auto insurance. CBA Members can recieve up to an 8% discount depending on eligibility! Click here, or call (800) 368-2734 for a quote.
*** Economic Task Force's Career Assistance Center
Check out ETF's Career Assistance Center for tools, tips and news about assisting members during the economic slump. Come back often for updates on free and discounted CLE programs.
Articles of Interest:
*** The Colorado Lawyer
Where do you stand? “Raising the Bar: Eliminate the Guesswork to Measure the Substance” vs. “Lowering the Bar: Why We Should Test Skills, Not Abstracts.” Read two opinions in the upcoming November issue of The Colorado Lawyer. It will be available during the week of October 26. Watch for it at www.cobar.org/tcl. In the meantime, brush up on Government Law by reading articles in the October 2009 issue of The Colorado Lawyer.
*** How to Get Experience When You Can't Get Hired
ABA Young Lawyer's Division
Posted by Tiffany Davison
Learn how to effectively manage all aspects of your job search, from economic through emotional, and wind up on the other side in a better place. Read More »
*** Turning a 2L Summer Associate Job into a Golden Full-Time One
ABA Law Practice Today
By Meri J. Kahan
May 2009
In today's economy, your performance in your summer internship is more important than ever. If you want a full time position, read this timely article for critical tips about how to land a coveted job. Read More »
*** From the Front Lines: A Story by a Recent Law School Grad
The Docket
By by Kathryn Croco Michaels
September 2009
“…I added two new occupations (in addition to my retail work). I began volunteering for Metro Volunteer Lawyers’ Family Law Court Program and…” Read More »
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