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2022 WV State Bar Regional Meetings
Approved for 3 CLE credits (Ethics/Law Office Management)
Please find below the dates and locations for the 2022 Regional Meetings. All meetings will begin at 10:00 a.m. Registration is now open for the in-person Regional Meetings in Parkersburg, and Wheeling.
Registration will open for all other meetings approximately one month prior to each meeting.
Registration Fee: $100.00
- November 3 - The Blennerhassett - Parkersburg, WV
- November 4 - Wheeling Country Club - Wheeling, WV
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LEGISLATIVE CLAIMS COMMISSION
POSTING FOR OPEN COMMISSIONER POSITION – WITH WV STATE BAR
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial.
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your resume, with any supporting information and/or letters of reference, to Mary Jane Pickens, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or pickensmj@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received by December 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m.
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TOYS FOR TOTS 2022
The West Virginia State Bar's Veteran and Military Affairs Committee is participating in the Marine Corp Reserve's Toys for Tots program again this year. Last year the Grinch tried to steal the toys. But our brave marines and city police officers were able to foil the Grinch's attempt and save the day. Boxes will be dropped off November 16 between 1 & 4. Box pick up will be December 9 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Other pick up times can be arrganed by contacting Anita Casey. Sorting and distribution will be done in December.
If you are interested, this year, in volunteering to help by hosting a drop box, collecting, and/or sorting toys, please contact Anita Casey at caseya@wvbar.org.
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CLE Rule Spotlight
Earning CLE Credit
There are FOUR ways attorneys can earn CLE credit: (1) complete CLE courses that meet the approval standards; (2) teach at an accredited CLE course; (3) author and publish legal articles that meet the approval standards; or (4) provide pro bono legal services through one or more of the approved pro bono organizations. Requirements for each of these types of credit can be reviewed in the Administrative Rules, primarily 6.05(d),(e) and (f); 6.08(d), 6.09(a),(c),(d), (k) and (l). The various types of CLE credit will be individually highlighted in future Bar Blasts.
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October 21, 2022 - Noon
Guide to Medical Cannabis in West Virginia
Host: Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, Court Improvement Program
CLE: 1 credit
Speakers: Jason Frame, Director Office of Medial Cannabis
Location: Webinar
Registration: Free
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October 23 -25, 2022
West Virginia Tax Institute - 73rd Annual Meeting
Host: WV State Bar, WV Society of Certified Public Accountants, WVU College of Law and WVU College of Business and Economics
CLE: WV 13.0 credits, including 1 ethics; CPE: 13.0 hours (8 hours of taxation CPE and 5 hours of specialized knowledge)
Location: Canaan Valley Resort and Conference Center, Davis, WV
Learn about recent state tax law changes from the experts at the WV State Tax Department and leading tax practitioners, including recent tax policy updates, cyber security for tax professionals, the recent changes to the ad valorem property taxation appeals process, and taxation of mineral interests in West Virginia.
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The 64th Annual Tri-State Tax Institute Seminar
October 25, 2022
Host: State Tax Institute, West Liberty University & The WV State Bar State and Federal Taxation Committee
Location: West Liberty University, Highlands Center, West Liberty, WV (Past Cabela’s and adjacent to the Marquee Cinemas)
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Registration Fee: Varies depending on date registered
CLE: 6 Credits (including 1.2 Ethics) WV; 6.25 Credits (including 1.0 Prof. Conduct OH; 6.0 Credits (including 1.00E) PA.
Presentations will focus on important tax law changes especially the Secure Act of 2019, as well as other topics. Featured speaker is Robert S. Keebler, CPA/PFS, MST, AEP (Distinguished). He is a partner with Keebler & Associates, LLP and a 2007 recipient of the prestigious Accredited Estate Planners (Distinguished) award from the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils.
Early bird discount available for registering prior to September 30th. Proceeds go towards funding scholarships for West Liberty students majoring in accounting.
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Minority Committee Fellowship Reception
October 26, 2022
Host: WV State Bar Minority Lawyers Committee
Location: Erickson Alumni Center, Morgantown, WV
Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Registration: Free
This is the first of two social gatherings hosted by the Minority Committee for under-represented attorneys practicing law across the state regardless of practice area. The first reception is in Morgantown and the second will be hosted in Charleston in the Spring. These receptions are opportunities for fellowship and collegiality in a supportive space where we can share experiences and support while enjoying refreshments. The Minority Lawyers Committee will present its program-vision for the 2022-23 fiscal year.
Registration Closes October 24, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
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Legal Aid of West Virginia - 20th Anniversary Gala
November 3, 2022
6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Legal Aid of WV invites you to the Justice for All Ball: Celebrating 20 Years of Community Partnership. This special anniversary gala will take place on November 3, 2022, in the Grand Ballroom at the Charleston Marriott (Town Center) from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. The event will feature dinner, a silent auction, and Keynote Speaker Scott Turow, bestselling author and attorney. Tickets and sponsorships for the event are available until October 26.
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SAVE THE DATE
ANNUAL VETERANS' DAY OF SERVICE AND CLE
November 9, 2022
Host: The West Virginia State Bar's Veterans & Military Affairs Committee
Locations: Zoom or in-person at the following VA Medical Centers in Beckley, Clarksburg, & Martinsburg. The VA Regional Office in Huntington. Also, via video conference.
CLE: Credits pending
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Free Legal Clinic for Veterans will take place from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.*
Registration: Opens October 10th
*This is the first time since 2019 that participants are permitted to attend in-person. Please consider attending in-person so we can help as many veterans as possible.
Please note: Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, meeting plans & arrangements at the VA remain in flux.
The following locations have in-person attendance limits. Beckley 6; Clarksburg 5; Huntington 10; Martinsburg 15. Please consider registering for the video conference option if the in-person options are at capacity at time of your registration.
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Third Annual West Virginia Estate Planning Institute
November 11-12, 2022
Host: West Virginia State Bar Probate Law Committee, The West Virginia Bar Association, and WVU College of Law
Location: WVU College of Law, Morgantown, WV and a simultaneous Zoom option
CLE: WV: 9.0 credits, including 1.2 ethics. Applied for OH, PA, & KY (7.5 hours, including 1.0 ethics).
Speakers: Howard M. Zaritsky, J.D., LL.M.; John F. Allevato, Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC; Marcia Broughton, Jackson Kelly PLLC; David H. Lunsford, City National Bank; Christopher J. Winton, Ray, Winton & Kelley, PLLC; and Joshua Rogers, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP.
Learn about hot topics in estate planning from nationally-recognized estate and gift tax expert Howard Zaritsky, nonjudicial settlement agreements, planning around the sunset of the estate tax exemption, trustee and will drafting errors, advanced directives, and much more! Also, back by popular demand, is a panel discussion on estate planning and probate issues, focusing on ethics and law practice management. Bring questions to ask the experts!
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The Unwritten Rights and Dobbs:
Where Does the Court (and Country) go next?
November 14, 2022
In-person and Webinar Attendance
Host: WV State Bar Minority Lawyers Committee and WV State Bar LGBTQ+ Committee
Location: The West Virginia State Bar Center
Time: 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
Credits: 1.2 credits
Panel:
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Kaitlyn B. Samuelson, Co-Chair of the LGBTQ+ Bar Committee, Moderator
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Deborah L. McHenry, LGBTQ+ Bar Member, addressing Griswold v. Connecticut
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Gerald J. Langan, LGBTQ+ Bar Member, addressing Lawrence v. Texas
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Nathan T. Bennett, LGBTQ+ Bar Member, addressing Obergefell v. Hodges
Lunch will be provided for those who register in advance to attend the in-person program.
Registration for both Closes November 11 at 4:00 p.m.
Facility Details: Due to limited capacity for live attendance at the State Bar Center, live registration is limited to the first 35 fully vaccinated registrants. Attendance via webinar is also limited to the first 500 registrants. There is an increased interest in attending webinars, therefore, you are encouraged to register early to secure a link to attend virtually. All attendees, whether in person or virtual, will receive an email confirming registration. If you do not receive a confirmation of registration, you will not be able to participate in the seminar on the day of presentation.
Note to those attending in person: If you are unable to use the stairs from the first floor to the lower level, please drive down the driveway on the left-side of the Bar Center and enter the building at the bottom of the driveway. Handicap accessible restrooms are available. If you need other assistance, please contact the State Bar 304-553-7220, in advance of the meeting, so arrangements can be made with you.
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