Utah State Bar News & Announcements

e.Bulletin for April 2004

Utah State Bar e.Bulletin for April 2004

2004 Annual Bar Awards Nominations Sought
Clothing Donations Needed for the Young Lawyers Annual 'Law Suit' Day
Spring CLE Lineup
50th Anniversary of Brown v Board Web Site Up
NAACP Brown v Board Events
CaseMaker Petition Approved
10th Circuit Court Conference
Web Conferencing Benefit Now Available

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2004 Annual Bar Awards Nominations Sought
The Bar Commission is seeking nominations for the 2004 Annual Bar Awards. These awards honor those whose professionalism and dedication have significantly enhanced the legal profession. The awards include: Judge of the Year, Lawyer of the Year and Section/Committee of the Year. Please submit award nominations in writing to: Maud Thurman, 645 South 200 East, SLC UT 84111 no later than April 23, 2004.

Clothing Donations Needed for the Young Lawyers Annual 'Law Suit' Day
April 5th through the 9th the Utah Law & Justice Center will be accepting gently used business and business casual clothing on behalf of the Annual Young Lawyer 'Lay Suit' Drive. For more information please contact either Kelly Latimer, 323-2243, klatimer@fabianlaw.com or Christina Micken, 544-4221, mickenc@aol.com or visit the following web-site address: http://www.utahbar.org/news/law_suit_day.html.

Spring CLE Lineup
A variety of annual Section CLE Seminars are coming up in April and May. These highly valued programs offer great CLE and excellent networking opportunities. To see these programs and all of the Bar's CLE offerings, go to www.utahbar.org/cle/Welcome.html.

50th Anniversary of Brown v Board Web Site Up
The Utah State Bar, in cooperation with the Commission on Racial and Ethnic Fairness, is helping coordinate and promote a variety of events celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Brown v. Board Decision. For more information and updates, check out www.utahbar.org/brownvboard.

NAACP Brown v Board Events
The Salt Lake Branch of the NAACP is holding Brown v Board 50th Anniversary celebration events as well. On April 27 is the Civil Rights Forum on Brown at 6:00 p.m. at the Law & Justice Center. On May 11 is a banquet at 6:00 p.m. at the Little America Hotel featuring Dr. Ernest L. Holloway, President of Langston University. For more information on these events, you can call 801.250.5088 or e-mail jdwnaacp@att.net.

CaseMaker Petition Approved
In the last e-Bulletin, we noted that a Petition had been filed requesting approval to proceed on the CaseMaker program. On March 1st the Utah Supreme Court approved this request. Now the Bar is securing this program to make it available for members later this year. If you would like more information about CaseMaker, please e-mail casemaker@utahbar.org.

10th Circuit Court Conference
Coming up in July, the 10th Circuit Court will be holding its annual conference in Utah. For more information about this conference, go to: www.ck10.uscourts.gov/judconf/.

Web Conferencing Benefit Now Available
The Bar has teamed up with LBC to bring web conferencing services to you. Web conferencing allows you to present information to your clients and others over the Internet while you talk with them on the phone. This technology can be very valuable in helping you better serve your clients. To find out more about this service, go to www.utahbar.org/members/member_benefits.html#Communications.

Utah Bar e.Bulletin for June 2004

Annual Convention Date Closing In
Bar Voting Deadline
Judicial Nominating Commission Applicants Sought
Bar Signs with Casemaker
New Admission Rule For Military Lawyers
Member Benefit Highlight ? Viking Office Products
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Annual Convention Date Closing In

This year?s convention includes an impressive list of keynote speakers including Michael Young, the recently appointed, incoming President of the University of Utah. To find out more about Mr. Young and the other featured speakers for the convention, check out www.utahbar.org/sites/annual/html/guest_lecturers.html. For complete convention information, along with registration information, check out www.utahbar.org/sites/annual/html/welcome.html.

Bar Voting Deadline

The deadline for voting for Bar Commissioners and President-Elect is approaching. All ballots need to be in the Bar offices by 5:00 p.m. on June 1st. Please contact Maud Thurman at 801.297.7031 or maud.thurman@utahbar.org with any questions about the vote. All active members of the Bar are encouraged to vote.

Judicial Nominating Commission Applicants Sought

The Bar is seeking applications for lawyers to serve on the trial court nominating commissions for the 5th, 6th and 7th judicial districts and for the Appellate Court Nominating Commission. Applicants for the district nominating commissions must reside in the respective districts. The commissions nominate candidates for the various judgeships in the district, juvenile and appellate courts. The Bar submits names to the Governor's Office, which makes the appointments. Send applications to John C. Baldwin, Executive Director, Utah State Bar, 645 South 200 East, SLC, UT 84111 or e-mail them to john.baldwin@utahbar.org. Applications must include political party affiliation and be submitted by June 30, 2004.

Bar Signs with Casemaker

On April 30th, the Utah State Bar signed to join the Casemaker Consortium. Casemaker is an online legal research tool that will be offered as a free member benefit. The Bar is now on a 6 to 9 month track for bringing this service online and making it available to the membership. You can find more information about Casemaker and updates on its progress at www.utahbar.org/news/casemaker.html.

New Admission Rule For Military Lawyers

The Utah Supreme Court has signed into effect Rule 11-303, of the Supreme Court Rules of Professional Practice-or ELAP-allowing qualified military lawyers who are stationed in Utah, but not licensed to practice law in Utah, to provide free legal services to military personnel and their dependents. The court approved the new rule under its emergency rule making authority, with an effective date of May 4, 2004. To see the complete rule - www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/comments/.

Member Benefit Highlight ? Viking Office Products

Viking Office Products is a Utah State Bar preferred vendor. As a Utah State Bar member you get an extra 10% off office products already discounted up to 69% off list. To take advantage of your discount call anytime (800) 421-1222 and mention code ?UT? or visit www.vikingop.com and enter ?UT? in the comments field at check out.

e.Bulletin September 2004

What Utah Judges Really Think about Daubert - Nov. 5, 2004
Casemaker Update
Award Nominations Sought for 2004 Fall Forum
Governmental Entity Database Now Available
New CyberLaw Section Forms

Fall Forum Approaching - October 22, 2004
Following on last year's first annual Fall Forum, the 2004 Forum is shaping up to be even better. If you want to; build your practice, become more efficient, make better use of technology and enjoy your practice more, you should attend this event. The keynote this year is Jim Calloway, the Chair of ABA TechShow 2005. In addition, there is a host of other excellent presenters and exhibitors demonstrating the latest in law office services and technology. To learn more and sign up for the Fall Forum go to www.utahbar.org/cle/events/Fall_Forum_final.pdf.

What Utah Judges Really Think about Daubert - Nov. 5, 2004
Listen in on the deliberations of a panel of noted Utah judges as they discuss whether expert opinions are admissible under the standards of Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals. The panel will consist of Federal court Chief Judge Dee Benson and Judge Paul Cassell along with Judge Deno Himonas from the Third District Court. The keynote luncheon speaker will be Stephen Calkins, Professor of Law, Wayne State University, noted antitrust scholar and former General Counsel, Federal Trade Commission. To sign up for this program, go to www.utahbar.org/cle/events/html/cle_events_9.html or call 801.297.7033

Casemaker Update
Training: The Bar has scheduled several Casemaker training sessions for the Fall for any Member who wants to attend. The sessions are free and provide one hour of CLE credit. The first two sessions are set for September 14, and October 12, 2004. These will start at 12:00 noon at the Law & Justice Center and last for an hour. To sign up, please send an e-mail to Casemaker@utahbar.org. For a description of Casemaker, check out www.utahbar.org/news/casemaker.html.

More States Join Casemaker: Earlier this month, the Colorado and Mississippi Bars signed on with the Casemaker Consortium. This brings the total to 19 member state bars, which means Utah Bar members will have free access to even more legal research content.

Award Nominations Sought for 2004 Fall Forum
The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking nominations for the 2004 Fall Forum Awards; Distinguished Community Member of the Year, Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year and Professionalism Award. These awards have a long history of honoring publicly those whose professionalism, public service and personal dedication have significantly enhanced the administration of justice, the delivery of legal services and the building up of the profession. Your award nomination must be submitted in writing to Maud Thurman, Executive Secretary, 645 South 200 East, Suite 310, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 no later than September 24, 2004.

Governmental Entity Database Now Available
The Division of Corporations and Commercial Code now has available an online listing of governmental entities in Utah. This list provides the name and address of the governmental entity, the office or agent designated to receive notice of a claim, and the address at which it is to be directed and delivered. This single location for these types of entities will be of benefit to many lawyers. To view and search this list, go to http://goventities.commerce.utah.gov.

New CyberLaw Section Forms
A new practice section of the Bar is forming. The CyberLaw Section will address emerging areas of law focused on e-commerce, Web IP issues and other legal issues arising out of new technologies. If you are interested in joining this section or finding out more about it, please contact John Rees at jhrees@cnmlaw.com or 801.530.7388.

e.Bulletin for May 2005

Ballots in the Mail May 2nd – Due by May 31st
President-Elect Candidates
Bar Commission Candidates
New Utah Laws
Admitted in New York?
Need to Make a Referral?

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2005 Annual Convention - July 13 to 16 in Sun Valley, Idaho.

Accommodation information is now available as a PDF document at the following address: http://www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/sun_valley_accomodations05.pdf

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Ballots in the Mail May 2nd – Due by May 31st

Ballots for Bar Commission seats and the President-Elect position have been mailed out this week. Instructions for voting are included with the ballots; instructions must be followed and ballots must be returned by May 31, 2005 to be counted. This is an opportunity to have a voice in the operations and policies of your Utah State Bar.

President-Elect Candidates

The two candidates running for President-Elect are E. Russell (Rusty) Vetter and Augustus (Gus) G. Chin. Mr. Vetter and Mr. Chin are both currently Bar Commissioners for the Third Division. The winner will serve one year as President-Elect (2005-2006), then serve the following year as Bar President (2006-2007). For more information on these candidates, go to: www.utahbar.org/elections/

Bar Commission Candidates

There are three seats in the Third Division and one seat in the First Division up for election. In the First Division, Herm Olsen is running uncontested. In Third Division, the following five candidates are running: Michael B. Bennett, Dale B. Kimsey, Lori W. Nelson, Stephen W. Owens (incumbent) and Rodney G. Snow. Commission positions are for three year terms (with some limited exceptions). For more information on these candidates, see the Mar/Apr 2005 edition of the Utah Bar Journal, or check online at: www.utahbar.org/elections/ .

New Utah Laws

Springtime brings into effect a number of new Utah laws passed in the last Legislative Session. Two laws of note are: 1) HB 235 – Insurance Arbitration Amendments that provides in part "that a plaintiff injured in a motor vehicle accident can compel arbitration to resolve claims even after a lawsuit has been filed and where amount in controversy is $25,000 or less" www.le.state.ut.us/~2005/bills/hbillenr/hb0235.htm; and (2) HB 4 – Divorce Mediation Program which creates a mandatory mediation program for divorce actions www.le.state.ut.us/~2005/bills/hbillenr/hb0004.htm. These new laws (and more) can be found on the Legislature’s web site at www.le.state.ut.us.

Admitted in New York?

For those Utah lawyers also admitted to practice in the State of New York, you may want to check on your registration status. Recently the New York Courts released a new policy on Delinquent Registration. For more information go to www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad1/delinquent-registration.shtml.

Need to Make a Referral?

For lawyers who field client requests outside their practice expertise, you should know about the Bar’s online referral service. Clients can go online to www.utahbar.org/public/lawyer_referral_service_main.html and follow the instructions, or call toll free 1-866-661-5342 for more information and assistance.

June e.Bulletin

2005 Annual Convention in Sun Valley – July 13-16
Licensing Season – Online Option
Bar Election Results
UMBA 'First 50' Dinner
E-Discovery Resource
Administrative Office Of The Courts RFP for non-profit legal assistance.
Member Benefit Highlight: T-Mobile Specials

2005 Annual Convention in Sun Valley – July 13-16

This year’s Annual Convention features some excellent keynote speakers. On Thursday morning we start off with Sean Carter, a lawyer turned legal humorist who will share his experiences about life in the law and the never-ending battle to find the work-life balance. Friday we will hear from the esteemed Kermit Hall, President, University of Albany, State University of New York (and former President of Utah State University). Mr. Hall will share with us his views on the assassination of John F. Kennedy, and the challenge of openness in the federal government. These session and many timely breakout programs and events make the Annual Convention a great CLE value and a fun getaway for you and your family. To sign up or read more about the Annual Convention go to: www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/welcome.html.

Licensing Season – Online Option

The last of the annual Licensing Forms will be mailed out June 13. On June 10th the online forms will be available for use. These online forms will allow you to complete your annual licensing over the Internet. You will need your login and password that you currently use for the Casemaker service. To secure a login and password you need to have an e-mail address on record with the Bar. You can provide or update address information with the Bar online at: www.utahbar.org/forms/member_address_change.html. If you have any difficulties accessing the online form from the web site (www.utahbar.org), you can contact the Bar at onlineservices@utahbar.org.

Bar Election Results

The Utah State Bar is pleased to announce the results of the recent elections for President-Elect and for Bar Commission seats in the First and Third Divisions. Augustus (Gus) Chin will assume the office of President-Elect for 2005-2006 and will be sworn in one year later as the Utah State Bar President for 2006-2007. Lori W. Nelson, Stephen W. Owens and Rodney G. Snow from the Third Division have each been elected to serve on the Bar Commission for three-year terms. Herm Olsen ran uncontested in the First Division and will assume the three-year seat for that Division in July.

UMBA First 50 Dinner

The Utah Minority Bar Association is proud to announce that it will host a gala dinner and program on the evening of October 15, 2005 at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City to honor the first fifty lawyers of color (the "First 50") to practice law in the State of Utah. This will take the place of the annual UMBA scholarship banquet. As this is a truly statewide celebration, UMBA is sending this announcement via the e-bulletin and Bar Journal to reach all members of the Bar. The First 50 honorees hailed from, and practiced in, many communities throughout Utah. The list compiled to date, along with other opportunities to participate, can be found at: http://www.utahbar.org/news/umba_first_50.htm Please visit the site and review the list to help us make sure that all are honored and assist us by providing us the name(s) of any honorees you believe we may have omitted.

For ticket prices, sponsorship opportunities, venue / lodging details, information on any of the First 50 honorees, or if you want us to send you or your business/organization an informational letter, please call, fax or e-mail Sean Reyes at sreyes@parsonsbehle.com (801) 536-6663 (direct line) 801-536-6111 (fax) or Cheryl Mori at Moric@sec.gov (801)524-3141 (direct line). Your attendance and participation will help us celebrate the contributions of these individuals who were/are pioneers in the legal field, minority communities, and Utah at large.

E-Discovery Resource

A great resource for lawyers dealing with e-discovery issues is available at: www.discoveryresources.org/index.html. This site includes news, articles and links to other e-discovery content. Currently included is a link to the Proposed Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. These proposed rules were posted on May 11, 2005 and include numerous modifications related to the discovery of electronically stored information.

Administrative Office Of The Courts RFP for non-profit legal assistance.

During the 2005 special session, the Utah Legislature passed H.B. 1003, which directs the Administrative Office of the Courts to solicit requests for proposals and award grants to nonprofit legal assistance providers to provide legal assistance throughout the state to: (1) low to moderate income victims of domestic violence; and(2) low to moderate income individuals in family law matters.

The Legislature appropriated $100,000.00 to implement the legislation. The funds may be awarded through a single grant or to multiple grantees.

The Administrative Office of the Courts has prepared a Request for Proposal (RFP #LAG1001) to solicit proposals from those who meet the criteria of the statute. Interested legal assistance providers may obtain a copy of the RFP by contacting either Mark Jones (578-3971, markj@e-mail.utcourts.gov) or Brent Johnson (578-3817, brentj@email.utcourts.gov). Proposals are due by June 10, 2005 at 5:00 p.m.

Member Benefit Highlight: T-Mobile Specials

Announcing a T-Mobile exclusive offer for Utah State Bar members. For a limited time, you can select one of these great promotions with a new activation, plus pay NO activation fee! This offer expires June 30th so you’ll want to act soon. The offer includes the following phones: BlackBerry 7100t (a phone that really emails) for only $199.99, regularly priced at $299.99, Samsung x475, FREE - regularly priced at $119.99. Make sure to reference the promotional code: 80DPUSB405. To sign up or learn more, go to: [link] or call 1-866-464-8662.

July e.Bulletin

2005 Annual Convention - Next Week!
Online Membership Renewal Available
Malpractice Insurance Dialogue
Notice of New Rule - Authorization to Practice Law
Supreme Court Seeks Attorneys to Serve On Advisory Rule Committees

2005 Annual Convention - Next Week!
Come up to wonderful Sun Valley, Idaho next week for the Bar's 2005 Annual Convention. This meeting will give you excellent CLE, beautiful surroundings and a great chance to meet and socialize with your colleagues. Online Registration ends Thursday, July 7th at 5:00pm . After that registrations will be taken at the door. To find out more about the Annual Convention, check out: www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/welcome.html.

Online Membership Renewal Available

The Utah State Bar is pleased to announce that you may renew your Utah State Bar licensing information online. This system is easy to use and simplifies the process for lawyers and the Bar. To access this system, go to: www.utahbar.org/members/online_licensing2005.html enter your login and password information and follow the instructions. If you do not have your login and password information, first make sure your e-mail address is up-to-date with the online address form at www.utahbar.org/forms/member_address_change.html. Once your current e-mail address is on record, you can request login information via onlineservices@utahbar.org. This is the same login information you use for accessing Casemaker. Thank you for using the new online renewal service!

Malpractice Insurance Dialogue
The Bar Commission is examining the perceived lack of insurance coverage by many Utah lawyers and is concerned that unsuspecting clients may be misled into engagements with lawyers because they are unaware of the lawyers' lack or coverage or of coverage limitations. Research has shown in the past that up to 50% of the lawyers in the state are either not covered or are insufficiently covered by professional liability insurance. The Commission is proposing for comment the attached amendment to Rule 1.4 of the Rules of Professional Conduct. If adopted by the Supreme Court, it would require lawyers who do not carry professional liability insurance of at least $100,000 to make that disclosure to their clients.

A public discussion of the proposed rule will take place on July 14th at the Business Meeting of the Annual Convention. A copy of the proposed rule change may be found at www.utahbar.org/news/archives/000297.html Please send comments to director@utahbar.org by August 15, 2005.

Notice of New Rule - Authorization to Practice Law
To be effective immediately, the Utah Supreme Court recently approved a new rule governing the practice of law which addresses, in part, what constitutes the practice of law and what activities a non-lawyer may perform without engaging in the unauthorized practice of law. The new rule, Chapter 13A in the Supreme Court's Rules of Professional Practice, may be accessed on the Court's website at www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/ucja/ch13a/1.htm.

Supreme Court Seeks Attorneys to Serve On Advisory Rule Committees
The Utah Supreme Court is seeking applicants to fill vacancies on the following advisory rule committees: Advisory Committee on the Rules of Appellate Procedure, Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Procedure, Advisory Committee on the Rules of Criminal Procedure, Advisory Committee on the Rules of Evidence, Advisory Committee on the Rules of Juvenile Procedure.

Any interested attorney should submit a resume and a letter addressing qualifications to Matty Branch, Appellate Court Administrator, Utah Supreme Court, P. O. Box 140210, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-0210 or to the e-mail address mattyb@email.utcourts.gov. Applications must be received no later than July 29, 2005.

e.bulletin August 2004

Blogs for Lawyers
Bar Website Translator
Casemaker Training Offer
Brown v Board Contest Winners Announced
Member Benefit Highlight - Iron Mountain

The Utah State Bar would like to thank all who attended this year's Annual Convention. Fall Forum will be held on October 22nd at the University Park Marriott. Watch for more information in the coming weeks. As we come to the end of another CLE reporting cycle, CLE opportunities will be published on the CLE calendar located at www.utahbar.org/cle/events/index.html . Reserve your spots early to avoid the last minute CLE scramble.

Blogs for Lawyers
One of the best known Blogs for lawyers is Dennis Kennedy's at www.denniskennedy.com/blog/. Blogs are types of online journals, usually focused on a specific topic. Dennis's Blog provides excellent information and resources on Legal Technology. A great example is this entry on PowerPoint Resources at www.denniskennedy.com/archives/cat_legal_technology.html#000425. If you are interested in creating your own Blog, you can find one resource at www.lexblog.com.

Bar Website Translator
The Utah State Bar website now includes a language translation option. The Babel Fish tool allows you to translate the site into eight different languages. To access this tool, go to the Bar's home page at www.utahbar.org and scroll down to the Babel Fish icon on the left side and click on the desired flag to translate.

Casemaker Training Offer
With the Casemaker online legal research member benefit coming online later this year, now is a good time to learn more about it. The Bar is offering a training class on Casemaker to any interested group of lawyers. This might be your firm, Bar section, law department or just a group of lawyers you know. To set up a training session (which includes one hour of CLE credit), contact the Bar at casemaker@utahbar.org or at 801.297.7027. For a brief description of Casemaker, check out www.utahbar.org/news/casemaker.html.

Breaking News - As of August 2nd, the Colorado Bar Association has joined the Casemaker Consortium! (This will allow our members to have access to Colorado Law)

Brown v Board Contest Winners Announced
The Utah Minority Bar Association announced the winners of the Brown v Board Letter to the Editor Contest. The wining entries can be seen at www.utahbar.org/brownvboard/bvb_letter_contest_winner.html

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August e.Bulletin

Upcoming Conventions and CLE Opportunities
Casemaker Updates!
2006 Budget Available
10th Circuit Seeks Comments on Proposed Rules
Utah State Law Library Document Delivery Service
Archive of Web Sites Available
Member Benefit Highlight – Global Fraud Solutions

Upcoming Conventions and CLE Opportunities
As MCLE compliance draws near so does the Fall CLE calendar making it a good time to look ahead at the CLE and convention opportunities for the coming year. To see the full CLE calendar check out: www.utahbar.org/cle/Welcome.html. To learn more about the Fall Forum (November 11, 2005), the Spring Convention (March 9-11, 2006) and the Annual Convention in Newport Beach (July 12-15, 2006), check out: www.utahbar.org/cle/bar_meetings.html#f2.

Casemaker Updates!
In July, the Colorado Library went live on the Casemaker system. This adds another 10th Circuit state to the system along with its case law and statutes. Check out the new library contents by logging in at www.utahbar.org/casemaker/Welcome.html. You will need to have an e-mail address on record with the Bar to access the system. Recently two more states, West Virginia and Kentucky, signed into the Casemaker Consortium. This brings the total number of participating states to 22. If you have questions about the Casemaker service, please contact the Bar at onlineservices@utahbar.org.

2006 Budget Available
At the July Meeting of the Bar Commission the 2006 budget was adopted. A copy of the budget in pdf format is available at www.utahbar.org/documents/2006_Fiscal_Budget_Proposed.pdf. If you would like a printed copy mailed to you, please contact John Baldwin at director@utahbar.org or call (801) 297-7028.

10th Circuit Seeks Comments on Proposed Rules
The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals is seeking comment on a number of proposed rule changes. Changes include increasing the number of copies that must be provided, adopting required electronic filing language and the like. If interested, please contact the Clerk of the Court (Patrick J. Fisher, Jr. at 303-844-3157) or electronically access www.ca10.uscourts.gov to review the proposed revisions and submit comments on line.

Utah State Law Library Document Delivery Service
Did you know that the Utah State Law Library offers a document delivery service? Library staff will copy and fax or mail cases, law reviews, Utah appellate briefs and other library materials to attorneys throughout the state. For more information about this service and fees, see their website at www.utcourts.gov/lawlibrary/info.asp#delivery, or call them at 801-238-7990.

Archive of Web Sites Available
The Internet Archive (www.archive.org) provides an extensive library of web sites for research purposes. As well, it has a “Way Back Machine” that allows you to view historical web sites from the past. A recent New York Times article made reference to the fact the historical archive has been used for discovery purposes, allowing litigants to obtain past copies of web sites. This site can serve as a useful research resource for lawyers.

Member Benefit Highlight – Global Fraud Solutions
With the increasing threat of identity theft, the Bar has added a tool to help lawyers protect and monitor their own identities. Global Fraud Solutions offers CasePlanner, an Identity Theft Risk Management & Resolution Software for Consumers. To find out more about his offer check the Member Benefits web site at: www.utahbar.org/members/member_benefits.html#Technology.

September e.Bulletin

Fall Forum On Deck – November 11, 2005
2005 Fall Forum Awards
First 50 Event – October 15, 2005
Judges’ Benchbook Available
Utah State Courts Launch Divorce Education for Children Pilot Project
Bar Sharks Pool Tournament

Fall Forum at Little America On Deck – November 11, 2005

The 2005 Fall Forum is less than two months away. This dynamic program includes some great keynote sessions and excellent CLE breakout sessions. The program will also include a Veteran’s Day Salute featuring Major General Brian L. Tarbet, Keynote, the Portia Group, on “Strategic Non-Verbal Communication for Lawyers", followed by five separate tracks for breakout sessions including two from UCC expert Barclay Clark. You don’t want to miss this value-packed day of practical CLE programs, valuable exhibitors and worthwhile prizes. The Fall Forum will be held at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City. For more information and to register: www.utahbar.org/cle/bar_meetings.html#f2.

Save the Dates – 2006 Conventions

March 9-11, 2006 Spring Convention – in St. George, Utah
July 12-15, 2006 Annual Convention – in Newport Beach, California

2005 Fall Forum Awards

The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking nominations for the 2005 Fall Forum Awards. These awards have a long history of honoring publicly those whose professionalism, public service and personal dedication have significantly enhanced the administration of justice, the delivery of legal services and the building up of the profession. Your award nominations must be submitted in writing to Maud Thurman, Executive Secretary, 645 South 200 East, #310, SLC UT 84111 or adminasst@utahbar.org, no later than Friday, September 23, 2005. The award categories include:

Distinguished Community Member Award
Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year Award
Professionalism Award

First 50 Event – October 15, 2005

The Utah Minority Bar Association is proud to announce that it will host a gala dinner and program on the evening of October 15, 2005 at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City to honor the first fifty lawyers of color (the "First 50") to practice law in the State of Utah. This will take the place of the annual UMBA scholarship banquet. As this is a truly statewide celebration, UMBA is sending this announcement via the e-bulletin and Bar Journal to reach all members of the Bar. The First 50 honorees hailed from, and practiced in, many communities throughout Utah. For more information about the event, go to: www.utahbar.org/news/umba_first_50.htm.

Judges’ Benchbook Available

The Judges' Benchbook is a collaborative effort between the Utah State Bar's Litigation Section and Utah's district judges. In the Benchbook, you can find the thoughts and preferences of over 85% of our state district judges, on essentially all aspects of litigating before them, including both civil and criminal issues. Judges have taken the time to set forth their preferences on topics such as case management orders and motion practice, trial procedure, discovery issues, domestic cases, and many other topics. This information is being updated on a regular basis, with new judges being added, and can all be found at www.utahbar.org/sections/litigation/benchbooks.html.

Utah State Courts Launch Divorce Education for Children Pilot Project

Beginning September 2005, a Divorce Education for Children class will be available for children 9- to 12-years old whose parents have filed for divorce in Salt Lake County. The class will be presented once each month from September through November 2005 at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse at 450 South State Street. The two-hour children’s course will be offered at the same time as the mandatory Divorce Education for Parents course. The program’s curriculum will provide the children with skills they can use at home, such as how to express their feelings to parents. Mental health professionals will teach the children’s class with the assistance of state court judges and commissioners. Participation in the children’s class is voluntary. The first children’s program is scheduled on Sept. 24 from 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. To register children for the class contact Rebecca Bunderson at (801) 238-7802.

Bar Sharks Pool Tournament

The Young Lawyers Division is looking for two-person teams to participate in their Fourth Annual "Bar Sharks for Justice" Pool Tournament, scheduled for October 20, 27 & November 3 at Lumpy’s Downtown at 145 W. Pierpont. Have fun, meet others in the legal community and help support a great cause! Proceeds will benefit "AND JUSTICE FOR ALL," a non-profit that supports free civil legal aid programs in Utah. T-shirts and other goodies for participants and prizes for top finishers. All skill levels are welcome. For more information go to www.andjusticeforall.org or call 924-3182.

October e.Bulletin

* Fall Forum - November 11, 2005
* First 50 Event Approaches - October 15, 2005
* Professional Conduct Rules Updated
* Court Interpreter Committee Seeks Volunteers
* Utah State Courts Launch Divorce Education for Children Pilot Project
* Benefit Update: LegalMatch

Need CLE? Please check the CLE online catalog to find the seminar that is right for you. Located at http://www.utahbar.org/cle/events/ you will find a complete listing of live credit seminars. Looking for online CLE? Please visit the online course catalog at http://www.utahbar.org/cle/online_cle.html

Fall Forum - November 11, 2005
The 2005 Fall Forum is only a month away now. This dynamic program includes great keynote sessions , excellent CLE breakout t s, networking opportunities and interaction with companies exhibiting at the conference.
The Fall Forum will also include a Veteran's Day Salute featuring Major General Brian L. Tarbet and the Portia Group presenting on "Strategic Non-Verbal Communication for Lawyers", followed by five separate breakout tracks including two from UCC expert Barkley Clark. You don't want to miss this value-packed day . The Fall Forum will be held at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City. For more information and to register: www.utahbar.org/cle/bar_meetings.html#f2.

First 50 Event Approaches
October 15, 2005 The Utah Minority Bar Association is proud to announce the First 50 gala dinner and program on the evening of October 15, 2005 at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City to honor the first fifty lawyers of color to practice law in the State of Utah. This will take the place of the annual UMBA scholarship banquet. As this is a truly statewide celebration, UMBA is sending this announcement via the e-bulletin and Bar Journal to reach all members of the Bar. The First 50 honorees hailed from, and practiced in, many communities throughout Utah. For more information about the event:
www.utahbar.org/news/umba_first_50.htm

Professional Conduct Rules Updated
The Utah Supreme Court requested its Advisory Committee on the Rules of Professional Conduct to consider the Ethics 2000 model rule revisions prepared by the ABA and recommend which amendments, if any, should be made to the Utah Rules of Professional Conduct. The result is a broad update to most of the rules which go into effect on November 1, 2005. As these rule modifications will impact most areas of practice, lawyers should take advantage of the preview copy available online at:
www.utcourts.gov/resources/rules/approved/

Court Interpreter Committee Seeks Volunteers
The Judicial Council's Standing Committee on Court Interpreters requests applications for membership from criminal defense attorneys. The Court Interpreter Committee is charged with (a) researching, developing, and recommending policies and procedures for interpretation and translation; (b) certifying court interpreters who meet minimum qualifications; (c) issuing opinions to questions regarding the Code of Professional Responsibility; and
(d) disciplining court interpreters. While not a requisite, bilingualism and experience in working with court interpreters are preferred abilities for members of this Committee. Please send a letter of interest and a brief resume to the following address by November 30, 2005: Mary Boudreau, Program Manager, Public Access to the Courts, Administrative Office of the Courts, P.O. Box 140241, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-0241

Utah State Courts Launch Divorce Education for Children Pilot Project
Beginning September 2005, a Divorce Education for Children class will be available for children 9- to 12-years old whose parents have filed for divorce in Salt Lake County. The class will be presented once each month from September through November 2005 at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse at 450 South State Street. The two-hour children's course will be offered at the same time as the mandatory Divorce Education for Parents course. The program's curriculum will provide the children with skills they can use at home, such as how to express their feelings to parents. Mental health professionals will teach the children's class with the assistance of state court judges and commissioners. Participation in the children's class is voluntary. The first children's program is scheduled on Sept. 24 from 9:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. To register children for the class contact Rebecca Bunderson at (801) 238-7802.

Benefit Update: LegalMatch
As the member benefit with LegalMatch approaches the two year mark, the service has emerged as a valuable tool to help lawyers build their practices. Over 600 cases per month are being presented by Utah consumers and businesses, and clients are able to do it 24/7 directly from the Utah State Bar website. Many participating Utah attorneys are seeing an increase in client volume and revenue. Utah attorneys interested in taking advantage of LegalMatch membership can get more information and a $200 discount at utahbar.legalmatch.com/utahbar.html

November e.Bulletin

* Civic Learning and Engagement CLE
* The Complete Guide to E-mail
* Legal Tools at Utah.gov/legal
* Lawyers Helping Lawyers CLE
* Member Benefit Highlight - Supplemental Insurance - DFP Advisors

* Online MCLE Compliance Now Available
* Spring Convention - March 9-11, 2006
* Notices for Bar Awards and Elections
* Commission Elections for 3rd, 4th & 5th Divisions
* Notice of Direct Election of Bar President
* Utah State Law Library Online Catalog
* Annual Food & Clothing Drive - December 16, 2005
* Member Benefit Highlight - REAL Probate Management System

* Save the Date - 2006 Annual Convention, July 12-15; Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
* Survey - Violence Against the Legal Profession
* 2006 Utah Mock Trial Program - Volunteer CLE Training
* GAL Training Opportunities
* Member Benefit Highlight - Premiere Conferencing

February e.Bulletin

* Countdown to Spring Convention
* Casemaker Update - Kansas Joins
* Paralegal Division - 10th Anniversary in April
* ABA TechShow 2006 - Save the Dates: April 20 - 22, 2006
* Wireless Internet Access Available at the Bar
* Member Benefit Highlight - DirectPointe

Spring Convention Next Week
Professional Counseling Services Now Available for Active Utah Lawyers
Survey on Potential Judicial Applicants
New U of U Law School Dean Named
Casemaker Update
Bar News and Practice Tips Available
Benefit Highlight – Central Office Suppliers

* 2006 Annual Convention – Hotel Rooms Are Filling Up Fast!
* President-Elect Election
* Bar Seeks ABA Delegate
* Commission Seats - Uncontested.
* Paralegal Division's 10th Anniversary - April 6, 2006
* Free Online Catalog of Government Publications
* Member Benefit Highlight – Marsh Affinity Group Services

President-Elect Election Deadline – May 1, 2006
Newport Beach Annual Convention Registration Options
Third District Court Commissioner Position Available
Law Day Activities
Bar Seeks ABA Delegate
Judge's Run – June 16, 2006
Member Benefit Highlight - PacketBlast

President-Elect Election Deadline – May 1, 2006

Completed ballots for the President-Elect Election need to be at the Utah State Bar offices by 5:00 p.m. on Monday May 1, 2006 to be counted. The candidates in this election are Felshaw King (King & King) and V. Lowry Snow (Snow Jensen & Reece). Mr. King is from the Second Division of the Bar and Mr. Snow represents the Fifth Division. For complete information on the candidates, go to www.utahbar.org/news/elections06_pres_elect.html. For questions about the election, please contact Maud Thurman at (801) 297-7031 or adminasst@utahbar.org.

Newport Beach Annual Convention Registration Options

Online registration is now open for the 2006 Annual Convention being held in beautiful Newport Beach, California, July 12-15. Online registration access is available at: www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/registration.html. Watch for the Convention Brochure, complete with schedule, activities and registration form to go out in the May/June issue of the Utah Bar Journal. This year’s convention is proving to be very popular, so register soon and make sure you have your accommodations secured - www.utahbar.org/cle/annualconvention/accommodations.html.

Third District Court Commissioner Position Available

Applications are currently being accepted for a Court Commissioner position in the Third District and Juvenile Courts. This position will assist the Third District Court with domestic hearings, Third Juvenile Court with delinquency and child welfare hearings. Applicants need to be at least 25 years of age, a US citizen, a resident of Utah for three years preceding appointment, a member of the Utah State Bar and a resident in the Third Judicial District while serving. Applications may be obtained at: Administrative Office of the Courts, HR Department, P.O. Box 140241 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-0241 or at www.utcourts.gov and must be submitted by May 26, 2006, at 5:00 p.m.

Law Day Activities

Monday, May 1st is Law Day. There are a number of activities and events surrounding Law Day this year. For information on the Law Day Lunch and the other programs, go to: www.utahbar.org/news/archives/2006/04/may_1st_law_day.html.

Bar Seeks ABA Delegate

The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking applicants to serve a two-year term as the Bar's representative to the American Bar Association's House of Delegates. The term would begin at the conclusion of the ABA's Annual Meeting in August, and run through the August, 2008 Annual Meeting. Please send your letter of application and resume no later than Friday, June 2, 2006 to John C. Baldwin, Executive Director, Utah State Bar, at director@utahbar.org or 645 South, 200 East, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111.

Judge’s Run – June 16, 2006

The Judge’s Run is a memorial event set for June 16th in honor of Judge Anne Stirba who died from breast cancer in 2001. The race will boast 350-400 participants this year in an effort to raise money to support The American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Research. The race starts at Highland High School at the corner of 21st South and 17th East in Salt Lake City and ends at the Wasatch Presbyterian Church on 1626 South 1700 East. Awards will be given for a diverse group of categories, including all ages and abilities. For complete information: www.judgesrun.com.

Member Benefit Highlight - Packetblast

Packetblast is Utah’s leading IT solutions provider! With over 30 years combined experience, we specialize in solutions for small businesses and law firms. All Utah State Bar members receive a 10% discount on our services. PacketBlast provides a range of services including Network Engineering and Maintenance, Web Design, Hosting Solutions, VPN and Remote Access, System Upgrades, System Recovery, Security Consulting, Custom Servers, Wireless Networking, and Outsourced Network Administration. We are dedicated to providing these services in order to help you run your legal practice more efficiently and to utilize current technologies to assist you in increasing your productivity with your legal practice. You can find Packblast at www.packetblast.com or (801) 415-1976 (SL Cnty), (801) 772-0350 (UT Cnty) or at contact@packetblast.com.

* 2006/2007 Licensing & Dues Forms Mailed
* Online Licensing Option!
* 2006 Annual Convention in Newport Beach, CA - July 12-15
* Utah Court News: Judicial Positions Open, Wireless Access Available
* Utah Minority Bar Association Wins 2006 ABA Partnership Award
* 2006 Judge's Run - Date Correction: June 17th 2006
* New Health and Dental Insurance Benefit

2006/2007 Licensing & Dues Forms Mailed
Licensing forms for the upcoming 2006/2007 licensing year with complete information on dues, section memberships, etc. are in the mail. Expect to receive your form in the next few days. These forms are due back with payment by July 31, 2006. After that date, late fees will apply. If you have any questions regarding licensing, or if you did not receive or have misplaced your form please contact the licensing department at licensing@utahbar.org or by phone (801) 297-7020.

* Annual Convention Next Week – July 12-15!
* 2006/2007 Licensing Forms Due
* US Labor Department Compliance Assistance Site
* Tenth Circuit Bench & Bar Conference September 7-9, 2006!
* Member Benefit Highlight - Card Services International

* 2006/2007 Licensing Deadline – July 31, 2006
* Inactive Full-Service Members Now Receive Casemaker
* Solo / Small Firm Section Meeting - August 15th
* Model Utah Jury Instructions Available Online
* Professional and Peer Counseling Services
* Member Benefit Highlight – The Insurance Exchange

* 2006 Fall Forum Awards
* Lawyer Support Group Established
* Fifth Annual “Bar Sharks For Justice” Pool Tournament
* Minority Bar Annual Banquet – October 20, 2006
* New Presiding Judges in 1st, 4th and 5th Districts
* Law Practice Management Resource

2006 Fall Forum Awards
The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking nominations for the 2006 Fall Forum Awards. These awards have a long history of honoring publicly those whose professionalism, public service, and personal dedication have significantly enhanced the administration of justice, the delivery of legal services, and the building up of the profession. The award categories include: 1) Distinguished Community Member Award, 2) Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year, & 3) Professionalism Award. Your award nominations must be submitted in writing to Christy Abad, Executive Secretary, Utah State Bar, 645 South 200 East, #310, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, no later than Monday September 18, 2006. The Fall Forum, an excellent opportunity for quality CLE, will be held November 3, 2006 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City (www.utahbar.org/cle/fallforum/Welcome.html).

* Fall Forum - November 3, 2006
* CLE Program - Clarence Darrow - November 9th, 2006
* Casemaker Updates!
* Positions Open: Office of Professional Conduct - U.S. District Clerk of Court for Utah
* Historical Utah Legal Content Now Available
* DHL Express Member Benefit Upgrade

Fall Forum – November 3, 2006
Mark the Date! This year's Fall Forum, set for November 3, 2006 at the Little America Hotel in downtown Salt Lake City, promises to be the value-packed day-long CLE event of the year. From awesome keynote speakers, to practical breakout sessions, the content of the Fall Forum has something for every type of practice. The program provides 7 hours of CLE or NLCLE credit, including 3 in ethics. For program information go to: www.utahbar.org/cle/fallforum/Welcome.html. To register go to: www.utahbar.org/cle/fallforum/registration.html. Don't miss this excellent CLE opportunity!

* 2006 Fall Forum – This Friday!
* The Bar’s 75th Anniversary Celebration - Clarence Darrow: Causes, Crimes and the Courtroom
* New House Counsel License Status
* Third & Fourth District Court Nominating Commission Openings
* 8th District Court No Longer Accepting Fax Filings
* New Utah Litigation Support Users Group Meeting
* Member Benefit – Mark and Associates

* Year-end CLE Opportunities
* Office of Professional Conduct 2005-2006 Complaints Report
* Nominations Sought
* Bar President Election
* Court Nominating Commissions – Third and Fourth Districts
* Spring Convention Awards
* 17th Annual Food & Clothing Drive – December 15, 2006
* Member Benefit Highlight – RPost Registered E-mail Services

* 2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
* 2nd and 3rd Division Bar Commission Nominations Sought
* Spring Convention Award Nominations
* Encourage Your Paralegals To Join The Bar's Paralegal Division
* 3rd and 4th District Judicial Nominating Commissions
* After The Moratorium: The Future of Industrial Banks in Utah
* Food & Clothing Drive Thank You!

2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007

Mark your calendars now and plan to trade the snow and ice for the sun and fun of St. George. This year's Convention program provides a balance of fun, entertainment and stimulating CLE. Jon Gordon, best-selling author and "America's Energy Coach", will jump-start the Convention by equating energy with athletic performance, happiness, purpose, enthusiasm and professional success. The Salt Lake Tribune editorial cartoonist, Pat Bagley, will highlight the dinner on Friday with his comedic view of the lighter side of the law and lawyers. The Saturday ethics keynote speaker, Todd Winegar, a Utah lawyer, will discuss "75 years of practicing law in Utah through the eyes of our senior lawyers." For more information about the Convention: www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/Welcome.html.

2nd and 3rd Division Bar Commission Nominations Sought

The Utah State Bar is seeking nominations of candidates to run for election of Bar Commission. Two positions are open in the Third Division and one is open for the Second Division. To be eligible a lawyer must have an active license status and a business mailing address on record for the respective Division. Applicants must be nominated by a written petition of ten or more members of the Bar in good standing. Nominating petitions may be obtained from the Bar office. Completed petitions must be received no later than February 10, 2007. For more information and petitions, contact Christy Abad at adminasst@utahbar.org. Nomination Petition

Spring Convention Award Nominations

The Board of Bar Commissioners is seeking applications for two awards to be given at the 2007 Spring Convention. These awards include the Dorathy Merrill Brothers Award – given for the Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession, and the Raymond S. Uno Award – given for the Advancement of Minorities in the Legal Profession. Award applications must be submitted in writing to Christy Abad, Executive Secretary, 645 South 200 East, Suite 310, SLC, UT 84111, no later than Friday, January 12, 2007.

Encourage Your Paralegals To Join The Bar's Paralegal Division

Lawyers are encouraged to have their paralegals join the Paralegal Division of the Bar. Division members are qualified by education, experience or training that can assist members of the Bar in improving the quality and efficiency of the delivery of legal services and the practice of law. The Division offers excellent professional benefits including, among others, notification of CLE seminars, the Utah Bar Journal, and access to Blomquist Hale counseling services. For information about the Division: www.utahbar.org/sections/paralegals.

3rd and 4th District Judicial Nominating Commissions

The Bar Commission has nominated Charles R. Brown, Roger Christensen, Ralph Chamness, Mark Morris, Perrin Love and Sean Reyes to the Governor for service on the 3rd District Judicial Nominating Commission and Richard Bradford, Ken Parkinson, Thomas Seiler, Paul Wake, Kent Willis and Michelle Wilson for service on the 4th District Judicial Nominating Commission. The Governor will select two from each list. We appreciate the 82 outstanding lawyers who sent in resumes for consideration.

After The Moratorium: The Future of Industrial Banks in Utah

Monday, January 22, 2007 at 12:00 noon the University of Utah – S.J. Quinney College of Law presents this timely 1 hour seminar featuring: Scott Anderson, Zions First National Bank, Darryle Rude, Utah Department of Financial Institutions, Sheldon Woods, The Pitney Bowes Bank and President, Utah Association of Financial Services. The program will be held in the Sutherland Moot Court Room at the College of Law. For more information, contact Christian Johnson, Visiting Professor, University of Utah Law School, (801) 585-5073.

Food & Clothing Drive Thank You!

Thank you all who contributed to the 17th Annual Lawyers and Court Personnel Food and Clothing Drive. 2006 was a very successful year for the Drive.

2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
Casemaker SuperCode Feature Available!
New House Counsel Rule in Place
ABA TechShow Early Registration Deadline – February 9th
Member Benefit Highlight - DirectPointe
Member Benefit Highlight - T-Mobile

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2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
With only 5 weeks left, now is the time to plan your annual trip to St. George for warm sunshine and great CLE programs. This year's Convention program provides a balance of fun, entertainment and stimulating CLE. Jon Gordon, best-selling author and "America's Energy Coach", will jump-start the Convention by equating energy with athletic performance, happiness, purpose, enthusiasm and professional success. The Salt Lake Tribune editorial cartoonist, Pat Bagley, will highlight the dinner on Friday with his comedic view of the lighter side of the law and lawyers. Early registration discounts are in effect until February 23rd. For more information about the Convention: www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/Welcome.html.

Casemaker SuperCode Feature Available!

The free Casemaker service now includes a new feature called SuperCode. When searching in sections of the Utah Code library, you will now see a list of new legislation that impacts a given code section displayed to the right of the code. Casemaker is the free online legal research service available to active, inactive full-service and paralegal members of the Bar. To access Casemaker, click the Casemaker logo on the Bar’s page www.utahbar.org. To access your login and password, send a request to casemaker@utahbar.org.

New House Counsel Rule in Place

Attorneys who are currently serving as in-house counsel for a Utah employer but are not licensed in the state have until November 1, 2007 to file an application with the Bar. If their application is received before the grace period ends, any prior legal activity will not be referred to the Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee and the attorney can continue to practice as house counsel for their employer while waiting for licensing approval. New house counsel entering the state have six months after establishing an office or residence to file an application. More information about the new House Counsel status is available at www.utahbar.org/admissions/rule20.html. Utah lawyers are encouraged to pass along this information to those who meet these requirements.

ABA TechShow Early Registration Deadline – February 9th

The 2007 ABA TechShow is set for March 22-24, 2007 in Chicago, IL. This premier legal technology conference includes a valuable slate of programs to help any lawyer better understand and use technology in their practice. The program features Judge Shira A. Scheindlin, renowned for her landmark Zubulake v. UBS Warburg decisions on establishing relevant factors for dealing with e-discovery. Utah State Bar members receive an extra $100 off the registration price for TechShow. To find out more about TechShow and to register, go to www.techshow.com. To receive the greatest discount make sure to register using the Association Discount Code option and enter the Utah State Bar code: PP733

Member Benefit Highlight - Directpointe

DirectPointe Inc., based in Lindon, Utah, provides managed computing services that make technology simple, manageable and affordable for small and midsize businesses. The company takes ownership of the entire computing lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, management, protection and support, so customers have one company to handle all their computing needs. Customers can deploy a complete solution to manage their entire environment or a subset of services to complement their existing infrastructure. DirectPointe solutions are delivered for one consistent monthly payment to ease budgeting and eliminate upfront costs. For more information about DirectPointe, visit www.directpointe.com or call (801) 805-3895.

Member Benefit Highlight T-Mobile (Do you prefer White or Black Pearls?)

E-mail just got personal. Exclusively from T-Mobile, the new BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100™ in white or black makes staying connected via e-mail to friends, family and life as easy as calling. You can combine up to 10 personal and work addresses and have them automatically delivered – right to the palm of your hand. The BlackBerry Pearl is a full-featured quad-band world phone, with 1.3 megapixel camera, real Web browser, Bluetooth® 2.0 connectivity, and a media player with extra (Micro SD storage), so you can do it all and keep in touch virtually anytime, anywhere. The Blackberry Pearl is the smallest Blackberry ever made with all the great features you expect and more. For new lines of service call 1-866-464-8662.Reference promotional code: 877TMOFAV A T-Mobile expert will help you sign up! For existing T-Mobile clients call 1-800-937-8997

2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
Casemaker SuperCode Feature Available!
New House Counsel Rule in Place
ABA TechShow Early Registration Deadline – February 9th
Member Benefit Highlight - DirectPointe
Member Benefit Highlight - T-Mobile

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2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
With only 5 weeks left, now is the time to plan your annual trip to St. George for warm sunshine and great CLE programs. This year's Convention program provides a balance of fun, entertainment and stimulating CLE. Jon Gordon, best-selling author and "America's Energy Coach", will jump-start the Convention by equating energy with athletic performance, happiness, purpose, enthusiasm and professional success. The Salt Lake Tribune editorial cartoonist, Pat Bagley, will highlight the dinner on Friday with his comedic view of the lighter side of the law and lawyers. Early registration discounts are in effect until February 23rd. For more information about the Convention: www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/Welcome.html.

Casemaker SuperCode Feature Available!

The free Casemaker service now includes a new feature called SuperCode. When searching in sections of the Utah Code library, you will now see a list of new legislation that impacts a given code section displayed to the right of the code. Casemaker is the free online legal research service available to active, inactive full-service and paralegal members of the Bar. To access Casemaker, click the Casemaker logo on the Bar’s page www.utahbar.org. To access your login and password, send a request to casemaker@utahbar.org.

New House Counsel Rule in Place

Attorneys who are currently serving as in-house counsel for a Utah employer but are not licensed in the state have until November 1, 2007 to file an application with the Bar. If their application is received before the grace period ends, any prior legal activity will not be referred to the Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee and the attorney can continue to practice as house counsel for their employer while waiting for licensing approval. New house counsel entering the state have six months after establishing an office or residence to file an application. More information about the new House Counsel status is available at www.utahbar.org/admissions/rule20.html. Utah lawyers are encouraged to pass along this information to those who meet these requirements.

ABA TechShow Early Registration Deadline – February 9th

The 2007 ABA TechShow is set for March 22-24, 2007 in Chicago, IL. This premier legal technology conference includes a valuable slate of programs to help any lawyer better understand and use technology in their practice. The program features Judge Shira A. Scheindlin, renowned for her landmark Zubulake v. UBS Warburg decisions on establishing relevant factors for dealing with e-discovery. Utah State Bar members receive an extra $100 off the registration price for TechShow. To find out more about TechShow and to register, go to www.techshow.com. To receive the greatest discount make sure to register using the Association Discount Code option and enter the Utah State Bar code: PP733

Member Benefit Highlight - Directpointe

DirectPointe Inc., based in Lindon, Utah, provides managed computing services that make technology simple, manageable and affordable for small and midsize businesses. The company takes ownership of the entire computing lifecycle, including procurement, deployment, management, protection and support, so customers have one company to handle all their computing needs. Customers can deploy a complete solution to manage their entire environment or a subset of services to complement their existing infrastructure. DirectPointe solutions are delivered for one consistent monthly payment to ease budgeting and eliminate upfront costs. For more information about DirectPointe, visit www.directpointe.com or call (801) 805-3895.

Member Benefit Highlight T-Mobile (Do you prefer White or Black Pearls?)

E-mail just got personal. Exclusively from T-Mobile, the new BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100™ in white or black makes staying connected via e-mail to friends, family and life as easy as calling. You can combine up to 10 personal and work addresses and have them automatically delivered – right to the palm of your hand. The BlackBerry Pearl is a full-featured quad-band world phone, with 1.3 megapixel camera, real Web browser, Bluetooth® 2.0 connectivity, and a media player with extra (Micro SD storage), so you can do it all and keep in touch virtually anytime, anywhere. The Blackberry Pearl is the smallest Blackberry ever made with all the great features you expect and more. For new lines of service call 1-866-464-8662.Reference promotional code: 877TMOFAV A T-Mobile expert will help you sign up! For existing T-Mobile clients call 1-800-937-8997

* 2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007
* Bar Seeks Financial/Licensing Administrator
* Paralegal Award Nominations Sought
* ABA TechShow – March 22-24, 2007
* Member Benefit Highlight: DHL Express

2007 Spring Convention in St. George – March 8-10, 2007

We are fast approaching the dates for the exciting 2007 Utah State Bar Spring Convention. This year's planning committee has put together a great program
(www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/schedule.html)

with fun events
(www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/events_other_information.html),

excellent speakers
(www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/speakers.html)

and relaxing accommodations
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along with many opportunities to get to know your colleagues better. Registration for the Convention is easy online (www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/registration.html). Complete program information and the full brochure is available at: www.utahbar.org/cle/springconvention/Welcome.html.

* 2007 Annual Convention Lodging Information - July 18-21, 2007 Sun Valley, ID
* Annual Spring Practice Section CLE Events
* Nominations Sought for UDDE Board
* Bar Commission and President-elect Elections Update
* "What's in a Name?" New Name for the Solo, Small Firm and Rural Section
* The Complete Lawyer: The Fast Changing Face of Diversity

* Utah State Bar President Election Results
* 2007 Annual Convention - July 18-21 in Sun Valley Idaho
* Law Day Run - May 5, 2007!
* Courts Committee on Civil Procedures Discovery Survey
* Free Podcast on New Electronic Discovery Rules
* Report on Web-based Primary Legal Resources

* 2007/2008 Licensing Information
* 2007 Annual Convention - July 18-21 in Sun Valley, Idaho
* Member Services Updates
* Summary of Bar Operations Available
* Member Benefit Highlight - LegalMatch Merchant Processing

* 2007 Annual Convention – July 18-21 in Sun Valley, Idaho
* Licensing Reminder - Late fee after July 31
* July 2007 Bar Exam – Held at South Towne Expo Center
* Online CLE – Alan Dershowitz July 18, 2007
* Law Practice Management Tip – Digital Dictation Devices
* Supreme Court Seeks Attorneys to Serve on Advisory Rule Committees

* Fall CLE Calendar
* Licensing Forms - Late as of August 1, 2007
* Ethics Advisory Opinion Committee Seeks New Members
* Judicial Council Seeks Children and Family Law Committee Member
* Legal Marketing Practice Resources
* "The Graying of Lawyers" July/Aug Issue of The Complete Lawyer

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Grand Opening of the Southern Utah Community Legal Center – September 28th
Fall Forum – November 16, 2007, Salt Palace Convention Center
Fall Forum Award Nominations Sought
Last Quarter 2007 CLE Highlights
Casemaker 2.0 Trial Version Available
Sixth Annual YLD “Bar Sharks For Justice” Pool Tournament

* Fall Forum
* 6th Annual YLD Bar Sharks for Justice Pool Tournament
* NEW Diversion Rule
* CLE Calendar for the Final Quarter of 2007
* Mark the Date: December 14, 2007 - Annual Food & Clothing Drive
* The Complete Lawyer: What Can Law Schools Do Better?