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Programs and CLEs:
*** Practicing With Professionalism
Here is a schedule of the upcoming, mandatory "Practicing With Professionalism" courses. You can take this course up to one calendar year before you are admitted to practice law. Register online or call (303) 860-0608. Click here for more information.
- Live — 9 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., Feb. 25
- Live — 9 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., May 7
- Live — 9 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., May 12
- Video Replay — 9 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., March 10
- Video Replay — 9 a.m. – 2:45 p.m., April 14
*** Student Debt Relief: Income-Based Repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Feb. 8
Learn about the most significant law affecting public service in a generation — the College Cost Reduction and Access Act. Whether you are interested in lowering your monthly student loan payments or learning how you can afford a career in public service, this presentation shows you how to do it. The program is Monday, Feb. 8, from 8:30–10 a.m., at CLE in Colorado, 1900 Grant St., third floor, in Denver. Attend a live program or view the webcast. Cost is $12 for CBA members. Sponsored by the CBA's Economic Task Force.
*** Spring into Your Career: Resume Workshop, Feb. 9
We all know that a well-polished rèsumè is critical for getting your foot in the door, but often we struggle with how to frame our experience in the limited, one-dimensional space of a rèsumè. Attend this focused workshop, led by veteran career consultant, Julie Carroll, who has spent years reviewing resumes and opening doors for job searchers. The program is Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 8–9 a.m., at CLE in Colorado, 1900 Grant St., third floor, in Denver. Attend the live program or view the webcast. Cost is $10 for CBA Young Lawyers, $19 for CBA members and $29 for non-members.
*** 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 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. Sponsored by the CBA Economic Task Force.
*** Free Financial Planning Seminar, Feb. 19
Are you curious about self-employment financial issues? Do you have questions about investment opportunities in the present economy? Attend the free financial planning seminar co-sponsored by the CBA Young Lawyers Division and the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors. The program is Friday, Feb. 19, at 4 p.m., at CLE in Colorado, 1900 Grant St., third floor, in Denver. Please RSVP to Leia Ursery. Light refreshments will be served at the seminar.
*** Professionally Facilitated Telephone Peer Support Groups
A confidential, professionally facilitated telephone peer support group for Colorado attorneys across the state. It provides a confidential venue of validation and support for attorneys who may be struggling with the stressors and isolation tied to the practice of law. The peer support group is managed by Peer Assistance Services, Inc. Issues that are appropriate to discuss in the group include, but are not limited to: stress management, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, life balance and the pressures of work. Call Jen Place at (303) 369-0039, ext. 209 for more information.
Events:
*** Barristers Benefit Ball, May 1
The Ball benefits Metro Volunteer Lawyers (MVL). MVL recruits and coordinates volunteer lawyers to perform free and low-cost legal services for people with no or very low income who live and work in Adams, Broomfield, Arapahoe, Elbert, Douglas, Jefferson, and Denver Counties. 2010 Barristers Benefit Ball is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center. Please remember, MVL relies on us in times like these! Early bird pricing non-lawyers (including students) and young lawyers is $90 through Feb. 1. Contact Dana Collier Smith at (303) 824-5318 to purchase your ticket.
*** Spring Swearing-In Ceremony, May 17
The spring swearing-in ceremony is May 17 at 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. Questions? Contact Heather Clark at 303-824-5350.
Volunteer Opportunities:
*** DPS Substitue Teacher Project
Denver Public Schools needs 400 substitute teachers a day: Denver Bar Association now partners with DPS to place attorneys in the classroom as guest teachers. There are only two opportunities coming soon; Tuesday, Jan. 26, 7 a.m.- noon, and Thursday, Jan. 28, all day. For information contact Meghan Bush.
*** CBA Young Lawyer's Division — Christmas in February
We are looking for donations of new and gently used toys. This a great opportunity to donate unused toys to children who are very deserving and very much in need. Donations can be dropped off at the CBA offices in Denver. To arrange for an alternative drop-off, or to ask any questions, or to participate in the event, e-mail Leia Ursery. If you wish to donate financially, please make check payable to CBA YLD with “Christmas in February” in the memo line and mail to: CBA YLD, 1900 Grant Street, 9th Floor, Denver, Colorado 80203. The event benefits Realities for Children organization in Fort Collins, a non-profit which attempts to meet the needs of abused and neglected children in Larimer County.
*** Colorado State High School Mock Trial Tournament
The CBA High School Mock Trial Program affords an excellent opportunity to be involved in a rewarding and fun learning experience for our young people. Be a part of this incredible educational experience for the high school students of our state by volunteering as a scoring panelist. The CBA would love to have a law student be part of it! There is a 3 to 4 hour time commitment for volunteers on the scoring panels. Scoring panelists review the presentation and NOT the legal merits of the team’s case. However, substance of the presentation is important. The scoring panelists will also complete “a performance rating” score sheet. Please visit www.coloradohighschoolmocktrial.com and download a volunteer sign up sheet under the “Volunteer Opportunities” section. For information contact Meghan Bush.
*** 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 go to www.denbar.org and click on Committees.
*** Discounts on all CBA-CLE and American Bar Association Publications
CBA Continuing Legal Education and the ABA offer valuable publications for students and recent grads on Ethics, Law Practice Management Skills, and more!
*** Costco Membership
Join as a new business member and receive two free business membership cards – a $40 value. Costco Business Members have access to thousands of business and office products at great prices at hundreds of warehouse locations or at Costco.com where you can order for delivery. Click here to join as a new business member or join Costco as a new Gold Star Member and receive coupons and free products worth more than $50.
*** Discounts at OfficeMax
Through a special partnership with CBA, OfficeMax offers you members-only pricing, significant discounts on more than 12,000 items, free delivery with no minimum order size and discount pricing on our ImPress Print and Document Services. Contact Joe Don Fennell at joedonfennell@officemax.com for more information.
Articles of Interest:
*** Subscribe to CBA-CLE's The Learned Lawyer Blog
*** View CLE in Colorado's Law School Bookmarks
*** Study for the Bar Exam on Your iPhone
By Samuel Axon
*** Going to law school? Proceed with caution
The National Law Journal
*** Law Firms Expected to Start Hiring
Denver Business Journal
*** Municipal Courts in Colorado: Practice and Procedure
The Colorado Lawyer
*** Law Firms Rethink Way They Use New Associates
San Francisco Business Times
*** Power of the Press Lands Job for Newly Minted Lawyer
Boston Business Journal
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