September 17, 2024

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Many members comment that “live/interactive webinar” is not a selection option when submitting a CLE course for approval. When you submit a Live/interactive webinar course, you should select the Attendance option, as this instructional method counts towards attendance CLE credits. If you are submitting a Pre-recorded video course, you should select the Online/AV option to submit the CLE.


NEWS

 3rd Family Court Circuit Vacancy


The Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is currently receiving applications to fill the family court vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Ellen L. Smith in the 3rd Family Court Circuit serving Wood County. Candidates must submit their completed applications and letters of recommendation or comment no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 23, 2024. For more information about the application process, please call the Office of General Counsel at 304-558-2000. Interviews will be held in Charleston on Monday, September 30, 2024.  



CLICK HERE for Full Job Description and Application

 Judicial Circuit Vacancy

Putnam County


The Judicial Vacancy Advisory Commission is currently receiving applications to fill the judicial circuit court vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Joseph K. Reeder in Putnam County. This application will be to fill the vacancy for the term ending December 31, 2024 in the 29th Judicial Circuit and for the vacancy for the term beginning January 1, 2025 in the 7th Judicial Circuit (the West Virginia Legislature passed House Bill 3332 in the 2023 Regular Session, which changes the 29th Judicial Circuit to the 7th Judicial Circuit as of January 1, 2025). Candidates must submit their completed applications and letters of recommendation or comment no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 4, 2024. For more information about the application process, please call the Office of General Counsel at 304-558-2000. Interviews will be held in Charleston on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.  


CLICK HERE for Judicial Vacancy Application

EVENTS

Registration for all Regional Meetings is Open


Registration cost is $100 and includes a meal.  This year attendees can look forward to learning about the amendments made to the Rules of Civil Procedure, a presentation from the Office of Disciplinary Counsel, and special presentation from judges in their local district. Members can earn 3 CLE credits by attending. CLE materials will be sent to the email on file with the West Virginia State Bar 1-2 days prior to each meeting.


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Click Here to Register for September 20 Huntington Meeting
Click Here to Register for September 27  Fayetteville Meeting
Click Here to Register for October 10 Shepherdstown Meeting
Click Here to Register for October 11 Moorefield Meeting
Click Here to Register for October 18 Bridgeport Meeting
Click Here to Register for November 7 Parkersburg Meeting
Click Here to Register for November 8 Wheeling Meeting

2024 Appalachian Addiction and

Prescription Drug Abuse Conference

The Continuum from Prevention to Recovery

September 19-21, 2024

 

Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston, Charleston, WV

CLE: 25.5 credits including 6 in ethics/attorney wellbeing

Registration Fee: $150.00

 

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A limited number of registration scholarships are available please contact Shawnette D'Arco at darco@wvjlap.org

 

A block of rooms are available from Thursday, September 19 – Saturday, September 21. The group rate is $139 per night plus taxes/fees. Reservation deadline is September 4, 2024! Group Code 90B

September 19, 2024

The West Virginia Bar Association’s

5th Annual Estate Planning Institute


Host: WV State Bar Probate Law Committee and West Virginia Bar Association

Time: Registration begins at 8:15 a.m.

CLE: 8.4 credits, including 1.2 in Ethics

Location: Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center (in-person and virtual attendance options available)

Speakers:

  • Prof. Noel P. Brock, JD, CPA of Eastern Michigan University
  • Anna M. Price, Esq. of Jenkins Fenstermaker
  • J. E. White, Esq. of Jackson Kelly PLLC
  • Christopher J. Winton, Esq. of Ray, Winton and Kelley, PLLC
  • John F. Hussell, Esq. of Wooton, Davis, Hussell & Johnson PLLC
  • And, a panel discussion on Ethics and Practice will feature Joshua Rogers, Esq., Chair (Dinsmore & Shohl), Doreen Seamon, Esq. and Martha Hall, Esq.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sponsor: WV State Bar Workers Compensation Committee

Date: September 26, 2024

Time: 9 a.m. - noon

Location: The WV State Bar Conference Center and via Webinar

Registration: Free

CLE: 3 credits PENDING approval



CLICK here to REGISTER for IN-PERSON



CLICK here to REGISTER for WEBINAR

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.

September 27, 2024

Court Improvement Program - Lunch and Learn Webinar

CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND SCHOOL

 

Host: Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, Court Improvement Program

Time: 12 to 1:00 p.m.

CLE: 1.2 credit

Platform: Live WebEx  

Cost: No cost

The focus is on common issues that arise as children with disabilities return to school. Topics will include how to identify students who may have undiagnosed disabilities and need support; how to get a student evaluated for services; the types of services that should be provided to students with academic, behavioral, and social/emotional needs; and issues relating to discipline and court referrals for students with disabilities. 


Questions, contact Kandi Greter at kandi.greter@courtswv.gov or 304-340-2755.


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

OCTOBER 4, 2024

2024 BRIDGE THE GAP PROGRAM


Host: West Virginia State Bar Young Lawyer Section

 

About:  All newly admitted Bar members are required to complete a mandatory Bridge-the-Gap Program sponsored by the State Bar within 24 months after admission to the State Bar per Administrative Rule 6.03(a). 

 

Location: Hotel Morgan, Morgantown, WV

 

CLE: 7.9 credits including 3.1 in ethics

 

Cost: Free

 

Only newly admitted attorneys who have not previously completed the Bridge the Gap requirement may attend the live course to satisfy the mandatory Bridge the Gap requirements.


CLICK HERE to view available information


CLICK HERE FOR AGENDA


CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

“3rd Annual A DAY AT THE CLUB”

A Day of COLLEGIALITY, FUN, LAUGHTER, AND RELAXATION

FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE STATE BAR


Sponsor: WV State Bar Women in the Profession Committee

Date: Monday, October 14, 2024

Time: 9AM-4PM

Location: Bridgeport Country Club, Bridgeport, WV

Registration Fees:

Law Student Registration: $30

New Lawyers (1-5 Years): $60

Lawyers (5+ Years): $75

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER


CLICK HERE FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND MORE INFORMATION

SAVE THE DATE

November 1 & 2, 2024

BANKRUPTCY CLE

Sponsor: WV State Bar Bankruptcy Committee

Time: November 1- 8:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and November 2 - 8:00 a.m. -11:50 a.m.

CLE: Pending

Location: Erickson Alumni Center, Morgantown, WV

Registration Fee: $325.00


Registration opens September 24, 2024

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