Raymond L. Bell, Jr., President

December 2024

Volume XLVIII, Issue 12

In This Issue...

Ann's Article............................Page 3

CLEs.......................................Page 6

Lawyer Assistance..................Page 8

Mentoring Matters...................Page 9

Women Lawyers......................Page 10

VZC Bar...................................Page 10

Significant Decisions................Page 11

From the Court.........................Page 12

In the News..............................Page 14

Mobile Bar Foundation.............Page 16

Birthdays..................................Page 20

  2024 OFFICERS

President - Raymond L. Bell, Jr.

President Elect - Judge Judson W. Wells, Sr.

Vice President - Mary Margaret K. Bailey

Secretary - Jenna J. York

Treasurer - Brian K. Smithweck

Asst. Treasurer - Gordon G. Armstrong, III

Executive Director - Ann Forbes

Editor - Tiffany Ray

President’s Article

It has been an absolute pleasure and honor to serve as President of the Mobile Bar Association. I have enjoyed every minute of it and will always treasure this experience.

I especially want to thank our Executive Director, Ann Forbes, and Jeffrie Morgan for all you do for our association. Your level of organization, dedication, and detail is beyond what is ever called for, and the two of you make things happen. Again, thank you. I also want to thank the Executive Committee, Committee Chairs, Section Chairs, and all who participated and volunteered this year. Your hard work for the bar and the lawyers within our community is greatly appreciated.

Congratulations to the officers for next year. Judson Wells (President), Mary Margaret Bailey (President-Elect), Sid Jackson (Vice President), Maxine Walters (Secretary), Gordon Armstrong (Treasurer), and David Anthony (Assistant Treasurer). I know each of you will serve the association well, and I look forward to all of the great things this team will be able to accomplish.

Mark your calendar: Our December Membership Luncheon will be held Friday, December 13, at 11:00 a.m. The festivities will begin with a Membership Appreciation Holiday Social, followed by our regular meeting, in which the Mobile Bar Foundation will present grants to deserving area non-profits. Additionally, the South Alabama Volunteer Lawyer Program will present the annual Ben Kilborn and Margaret F. Demeranville Awards. We will also recognize our past presidents, and I will have the honor of passing the gavel to our next President. Please join us.

One of the roles of the President of the Mobile Bar Association is to be a steward for the association and to be present, visible, and available to our members and partners in the legal community.

I am grateful to have been able to spend this year involved in so many activities on behalf of lawyers and the bar. Most of the people with whom I have had the opportunity to interact as President, I would not have had the pleasure of encountering during my normal law practice. As my term ends, I will miss the folks, the engagements, and the relationships fostered and enhanced over the course of the year.

I am also grateful to have been able to engage with the judges in all of our courts and to witness the hard work and commitment that goes into ensuring justice, impartiality, and fairness in all proceedings. Over the years I have traveled around our state and to other jurisdictions, and I know firsthand that we have a lot to be proud of when it comes to our judges.

Throughout this year, I have taken every opportunity to promote our bar association, and I plan to continue to do so. My presidency is ending, but my time as an active and engaged member is not. The relationships I have made and/or strengthened, the discussions shared, and the experiences I’ve had have fired me up to continue to stay engaged in support of the bar and its mission.

We have great lawyers in our community, and many of us are members of the MBA. Some of us are quite active, and some not so much. Regardless of your level of participation, the MBA needs all lawyers to be members and to support the association. To that end, one of my last pleas to each of you is to always renew your membership, get others to join or rejoin, and get active. Our bar will only be as strong and beneficial to lawyers and our community as we make it. 

Let’s do more! With the holiday season in full gear, I am again asking that we all think of those less fortunate. Delivering a toy, gift, book, or food item to any of the local centers or charitable collection locations will make a difference for a family or someone who will be alone during the holidays. It only takes a few dollars and very little time to brighten someone else’s holiday season.

Again, it has been an absolute pleasure and honor to serve as President of the Mobile Bar Association, and I thank everyone that played a part in what MBA was able to accomplish this year. Thank you! 

As always, I remain…

Sincerely,

Raymond L. Bell, Jr.

Mobile Bar Association, 2024 President

Join us at 11:00 AM for our annual Membership Appreciation Social.

Luncheon starts at 12:00 PM.

During the meeting:

• Honor Mobile Bar Past Presidents
• Present Mobile Bar Foundation Grants
• Present South Alabama Volunteer Lawyer Awards
• Pass the gavel to the Mobile Bar Association 2025 President Judge Judson Wells

Sponsors for the December Luncheon are Veritext and Carr Riggs.

ADVANCE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2024.

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Happy December!

It’s been a great year, full of activities within the Mobile Bar Association: the Mardi Gras Social at MBA headquarters, Law Day, the voting process for the Mobile County Judicial Nominating Commission, the Mobile Bar Foundation’s 30^th anniversary fundraiser, and many other luncheons, meetings, CLEs, and socials where members connected and networked within the Mobile Bar.

As the year ends, I want to remind everyone that membership renewal begins in January 2025. MBA membership dues run from January 1 through December 31. Membership dues invoices will be emailed to current members in the first full week of January and are due no later than Monday, March 31.

As a reminder, your membership dues include:

• Listing of your name and contact information on our website Membership Directory
• Listings in our publications
• Discounted rates to attend our CLE programming
• Discounted rates to use our on-demand CLE programming
• Discounted rates to attend our social events
• Participation in our web-based lawyer referral program - Find a Lawyer
• Participation in our Committees and Sections
• Participation in our Speakers Bureau
• Participation in our Career Center at discounted rates

Yes, your membership dues include discounted rates and benefits, but membership also provides much more. The Mobile Bar’s mission as a non-profit trade association is to elevate the legal profession to the highest possible standard, to provide professional development, and to offer networking opportunities that encourage a spirit of goodwill among its membership. Basically, our main goal is to help you build your business.

You might ask, how does the MBA help to build your business? The Bar Association helps members build their business by providing networking opportunities where members can identify potential clients through referrals; formal and informal mentoring and professional development (CEUs); and opportunities to serve in leadership positions that allow you to play a role in shaping the legal profession’s future.

Our ultimate goal is to help you to succeed. And when you succeed, the legal profession and the MBA succeed. ​Thank you for your support of the Mobile Bar Association; we appreciate your commitment to elevating the MBA and the legal profession to the highest possible standard.

Lastly, many thanks to Raymond Bell for serving as the 2024 President of the Mobile Bar Association. We appreciate your hard work and dedication. Thank you to the members serving on the Executive Committee, and to our members who serve on other committees and sections. You are the reason we continue to succeed.

Thank you again for your support and a great 2024! I look forward to the many opportunities that will greet us in 2025.



Onward,

P. Ann Forbes

Mobile Bar Association, Executive Director

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The Mobile Bar Association offers opportunities for you to volunteer on several committees. As a committee member you can connect with other attorneys, contribute to the legal community, and make an impact. It's time to start considering whether/how you would like to volunteer on one or more of the

MBA's committees for 2025. To join a committee, complete the preference form below.

DEADLINE TO COMPLETE: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024.

Make an impact! Get involved! Volunteer with the Mobile Bar Association!

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DECEMBER CLEs

Workers Compensation Section Lunch and Learn

Monday, December 9, 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Available CLE Credits: 1.0 | Cost: $18.00 (Lunch)

LOCATION: Athelstan Club

Speaker Judge Terry Moore, Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals, will discuss workers' compensation cases important for every practitioner and for every judge to know and understand. 

To register, contact Boyd Miller by email at rbmadr@icloud.com.

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ON-DEMAND CLEs

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LAWYER ASSISTANCE

By Ben Kearns, Lawyer Assistance Committee Chair and Rod Cate

An Interview on Inspiration and Rocket Motivation

with Rod Cate

This month, we interview attorney Rod Cate. Rod’s passion is to help inspire people dealing with adversity. He is the author of “Get Back Up,” a memoir detailing his journey from a devastating spinal cord injury to learning how to walk again. He recently authored another book, “Climb Back Up,” a collection of stories about people who have faced and overcome significant adversity. Below, Rod shares a little of his experience, strength, and hope.

1.   Can you tell us a little about your background?

I’m 58 years old and have been practicing law for 32 years. In 1981, when I was 15 years old, I broke my neck playing high school football, resulting in spinal cord damage and leaving me paralyzed from the neck down. I was fortunate in that I eventually was able to walk again but have lived with significant paralysis since my injury. 

2.   What inspired you to bounce back from your injury in the way that you did?

My initial recovery was fairly rapid. I was completely paralyzed for about one month after the accident. Movement started coming back and after three months in the hospital/rehab…I walked out with forearm crutches. The injury happened in mid-August, and I began my sophomore year in high school the Monday after Thanksgiving. I don’t believe the 15-year-old brain can comprehend the magnitude of such an injury. I wasn’t really inspired to bounce back from my injury but just did it out of necessity. Every day has been a struggle physically, and as I get older, the physical struggles become harder. Being resilient now is as or more important than ever. It has always been important to me to live a normal life even with my physical disability. And I’ve been able to accomplish that.

3.   What disciplines of mind and body assisted you in your recovery?

It’s all about not quitting and moving forward. Not having a victim mentality is important. I didn’t ask to have my life completely changed, but it was. I look at each day as an opportunity to live my best life. It’s important to not focus on the negatives but to relish in my accomplishments and everything life has to offer.

4.   How do you deal with the difficulties involved with the recovery process?

Sitting still and being complacent was not an option. Feeling sorry for yourself is a bad strategy. In recovery, setting small goals was important. I’ll never forget the first day I stood up and walked three steps. Once I accomplished that, I knew I was on my way.

5.   Can you share any suggestions and strategies for lawyers who are struggling with adversity?

We all deal with adversity. My advice on overcoming adversity is to have hope and belief that you will overcome it. Seek help from family and friends. Also, realize, bad times don’t last forever. Focus on how amazing life is and visualize you getting the most out of life. Remember, we only get one life. We have to make it great.

Meet Rod Cate

Rod Cate suffered a life-changing injury when he broke his neck playing high school football, forcing him to deal with paralysis the rest of his life. He is a partner at Hand Arendall Harrison Sale, specializing in medical malpractice defense. He and his wife, Tamberly, have three grown children. He has never allowed his physical disability to slow him down. In addition to his real job, he hosts Rocket Motivation Podcast, on which he and his guests discuss overcoming adversity. He has written and self-published two books: Get Back Up – A Memoir on How to not Allow a Devastating Life-changing Event Ruin Your Quest for a Great Life and, most recently, Climb Back Up – Real People Giving Real Life Advice on Overcoming Adversity. Climb Back Up is a compilation of 30 stories from Rocket Motivation Podcast that provide the reader with great life advice. The stories of Mobile Bar Member Regina Cash and Sally Greene, widow of Mobile lawyer Eddie Greene, are featured in Climb Back Up. Both Get Back Up and Climb Back Up are available on Amazon. 

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MENTORING MATTERS

By Greg Vaughan, Mentoring Committee Member

Grace Like Bob

I remember my very first District Court trial in Mobile. The late Judge Charles McKnight presided, and the plaintiff was the spouse of MBA member Bob Clute, Sr. It was a simple fender-bender that occurred in a parking lot—property damage only. In hindsight, this was a case I should have recommended for a pre-trial settlement. But back then, doing the rational thing wasn’t my strong suit. Eager to gain trial experience, I dove right in: written discovery—check; witness prep—check; large poster boards with the parking lot layout and photos of the damaged vehicles—check; motion to prohibit Mr. Clute from acting as counsel for his wife because he “might” be a witness—um...check; overkill on my part—check.

Off I went to trial, fully prepared to secure a defense verdict. I was confident that Judge McKnight would be impressed with my thorough preparation and wowed by my demonstrative “parking lot diagrams.” But he was not. He ruled the right way—Bob and his wife prevailed. Butt-kicking #1 (of many 😊).

About a year or so after my trial exploits with Bob, I had a question about a corporate law matter. I asked one of the partners at our firm, and they recommended I call Bob Clute for advice. I hesitated. They wanted me to call the same Bob Clute I had litigated against—the same Bob Clute I had gone a little too “Rambo” on during that simple parking lot fender-bender. Yes, that Bob Clute.

I was nervous about it, but I called him. And he didn’t hang up. He greeted me politely, listened to my concerns, and provided valuable advice. He showed me grace—more grace than I thought I deserved. It takes a true professional to do that. And that’s exactly what Bob Clute is—a true professional.

Would you believe that we developed a friendship over the years? We’ve referred cases to one another, enjoyed lunch on occasion, and I consider him one of my mentors. It has never been lost on me how we met—and the grace my dear friend showed to a young, inexperienced, sometimes over-the-top lawyer.

Paying It Forward

If you’ve been practicing for a while, you’ve probably had opportunities like Bob’s—chances to demonstrate professionalism by extending grace and forgiveness. It’s not always easy to do “in the moment,” but I encourage you to pause and reflect on your career. Grace and forgiveness have been extended to us all, whether by another lawyer or a member of the bench. So, let’s be more like Bob and actively look for opportunities to demonstrate professionalism to our fellow lawyers. By doing so, we not only elevate our own practice, but we also help raise the standard for our profession as a whole.

I have spent a lot of time around lawyers and judges through my involvement in the bar’s mentoring program. This collection of articles is a reflection of what I have learned there and along the way.

If you have any questions, comments, or would like to suggest future topics, please send me an email at greg@vaughanpoe.com or call 251-432-8883.

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WOMEN LAWYERS

By Ginger Poynter, Women Lawyers President

Wow, is it just me or did 2024 fly by? I want to take a minute to thank everyone who attended and/or sponsored our CLE lunches, happy hours, and most importantly, our Trailblazer Tea. I have enjoyed getting to know and working with some wonderful people during this past year and looking forward to staying involved next year. I am pleased to announce the MBAWL 2025 officers:

Kelly Adams- President

Rachele Reis- Vice President

McRae Young- Treasurer

Samantha Gunnoe- Secretary

Maxine Walters- Trailblazer Committee Chair

VERNON Z. CRAWFORD BAY AREA BAR ASSOCIATION

By Maxine Walters, Vernon Z. Crawford Bay Area Bar Association President

Don't forget! Registration is open through Friday, December 13, 2024, for our biennial Mardi Gras CLE, scheduled for February 28 and March 1 at the Admiral Hotel. The CLE will present guest speakers from all over the state covering a range of topics, a scholarship award brunch, and a balcony parade viewing. 

You may register here: https://bit.ly/mardigrascle.

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In Martin v. Scarborough, No. SC-2023-0904 (Ala. November 22, 2024), the Supreme Court reversed a trial court’s grant of summary judgment on a claim for wrongful foreclosure based on inadequacy of sales price. While noting that, under Alabama jurisprudence, “in general a price less than one-third of the value of the land will be regarded as grossly inadequate, but, of course, there is no definite rule or basis for such a conclusion, and each case must be judged by its own circumstances,” the Court held that a sales price of approximately 16.6 percent of the property’s fair market value constituted substantial evidence creating a genuine issue of material fact regarding whether the foreclosure sale should be set aside as void.

In Jerry & John Woods Construction, Inc. v. Jordan, No. SC-2024-0253 (Ala. November 22, 2024), the Supreme Court dismissed an appeal of a circuit court’s judgment as non-final despite the judgment having received certification as final pursuant to Ala. R. Civ. P. 54(b). Notwithstanding this certification from the trial court, the Supreme Court held that trial court’s order that left pending certain counterclaims failed to “resolve all claims against all parties” and was therefore not an appealable final judgment. 

In LeBlanc v. Residence Doctor Home Inspection, LLC, SC-2023-0843, the Supreme Court held that because home inspectors were professionals, claimants were therefore required to present expert testimony to establish the applicable standard of care and the defendant home inspector's breach of that standard of care. Because the plaintiffs neither offered such expert testimony in opposition to defendant's summary judgment motion nor established that breach of the standard of care was so apparent as to obviate the need for expert testimony, the Supreme Court affirmed the trial court's summary judgment.

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During the November Membership Luncheon, the 2025 Slate of Officers was voted on and approved by the members present. Congratulations! The officers will take office on January 1, 2025.

They are:

President-Elect - Mary Margaret K. Bailey

Vice President – Sid Jackson

Secretary – Maxine Walters

Assistant Treasurer – David Anthony

Officers automatically rolling up are:

President - Judge Judson W. Wells, Sr.

Treasurer - Gordon G. Armstrong, III

The following applicants applied and were approved for membership by the Mobile Bar Association Executive Committee. They were welcomed into the Mobile Bar Association on Friday, November 15, 2024.

ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

• Elizabeth F. Baker, graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with Carr Allison.
• Zach Chiepalich, graduated from Cumberland School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with C.S. Chiepalich PC.
• Sarah R. Fischer, graduated from Duke University School of Law in 2010, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2015 and is employed with Thresholds LLC.
• Randa Gibson, graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Law in 2010, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with Hand Arendall Harrison Sale LLC.
• Christina Guzman Capasso, graduated from the University of Miami School of Law in 2009, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is looking for employment.
• Ava Ringhoffer, graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with Adams & Reese, LLP.
• Anna N. Stephens, graduated from the University of Alabama School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with McDowell Knight Roedder & Sledge, LLC.
• Macey Weeks, graduated from Cumberland School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with McDowell Knight Roedder & Sledge, LLC.
• Grace Williams, graduated from Tulane University School of Law in 2024, admitted to the Alabama State Bar in 2024, and is employed with Phelps Dunbar LLP.

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

• Margaret Wolf, graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 2017, admitted to the North Carolina State Bar in 2017, and is employed with Carr Allison.

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DIED: MBA Member Henry Harris “Hank” Caddell died on November 11, 2024. Born in Decatur, Alabama, he graduated as salutatorian of Decatur High School before earning a B.S. in chemistry, with honors, from the University of Alabama. Hank graduated from Harvard Law School in 1971, then served as Chief of the Environmental Protection Division of the Alabama Attorney General’s Office until 1978.  The bulk of his career was spent in private practice with the firm now known as Thiry & Caddell. His diverse practice included employment, civil rights, probate, and environmental law. Hank was an active participant in Mobile’s Volunteer Lawyers Program since its 1989 inception and founded the Alabama Coastal Heritage Trust, a nonprofit organization that has purchased and successfully preserved hundreds of acres of Alabama’s coastal wildlife habitat. He was predeceased by a son and is survived by his wife and two sons.

DIED: MBA Member Donna Wesson Smalley died on November 8, 2024.  She is the mother of MBA Member Trip Smalley and mother-in-law of Mobile lawyer Allison Smalley. Donna grew up an army brat, living all across the country. She graduated from Etowah High School before attending the University of Alabama and earning her undergraduate and law degrees in five years. Donna ran a boutique firm specializing in family law in Tuscaloosa.  Her career was focused on helping the marginalized, the voiceless, and the under-resourced. Known as a bulldog in the courtroom, Donna was bold and courageous, but equally kind and compassionate. After she retired, Donna moved to Mobile, where she spent her time relaxing and being a beloved grandmother and aunt. She is survived by her son and two grandchildren.

DIED: MBA Member Stephen Gregory Crawford died on November 5, 2024. Steve grew up in Asheville, North Carolina. He earned his undergraduate and law degrees from Duke University before embarking on his distinguished, decades-long career at the Hand Arendall law firm in Mobile. Steve’s legacy of integrity, professional excellence, and service to others leaves an indelible mark on all who knew him. He was a respected member of the community, serving on numerous philanthropic and civic boards. Steve enjoyed playing tennis, solving the most difficult crosswords, swimming in the Gulf, and gathering in the afternoon with his many friends.  He is survived by four daughters, six grandchildren, and his six-week-old great-grandson.

KUDOS: The Vernon Z. Crawford Bay Area Bar Association has announced MBA Member Ricardo Woods as its 2025 Judge Cain Kennedy Honoree.  Judge Kennedy was Alabama’s first black circuit court judge, serving on the Mobile County bench from 1979 until 1988. An awards brunch will take place on March 1, 2025, during the association’s biennial Mardi Gras CLE event at the Admiral Hotel.  Way to go, Ricardo!

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Are you and/or your legal assistant in need of a Government Plaza ID Badge? If the answer is “YES," then the Mobile Bar Association is your first stop to acquire your ID Badge. Each badge is $50. For more information, please contact the Mobile Bar Association by phone at 251-433-9790 or email at info@mobilebarassociation.com to start the process.

For Sale: Historic building in immediate proximity to Government Plaza and courts at 205 Church Street. The building dates back to 1844 and is an ideal location for a law firm. Please contact Jeremy Milling by phone at 251-421-0919 or by email at Jeremy@Millingre.com for further information.

For Rent: Renee E. Thiry, Esq., has space for rent at her office and/or possible partnership opportunity. Please contact Renee by phone at 251-478-880 or by email at thiry.renee@gmail.com.

Office space for lease on Downtowner Blvd. It has 1,200 square feet with four office spaces and two restrooms. For more information, contact Matt Cummings by phone at 251-476-6000 or by email at matt@cummingsassoc.com.

Office space for lease at 1610 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36604. Large offices with available conference room and possible receptionist services. For more information, contact Brent Day by phone at 251-441-1925 or by email at receptionist@solonlaw.net.

Law office building for sale at 1250 Dauphin Street. It has 2,955 square feet with on-site parking and a Historic Development Commission plaque. For more information, contact Joe Thetford by email at jt@thetfordlegal.com.

DOWNTOWN OFFICE SPACE FOR LEASE: Beautiful, spacious office in an historic home in the beautiful DeTonti Square neighborhood. Plentiful onsite parking with EV charging station, available conference room, waiting area, and kitchenette. Receptionist on site. Fiber-Optic internet provided. One block from the Federal and Bankruptcy Courthouses. Perfect for a solo or out-of-town firm desiring a Mobile presence. Available now. 205 N. Conception St. Contact HENRY BREWSTER by phone at 251-338-0630 or by email at hbrewster@brewsterlaw.net.

McPhail Sanchez launches Tunnel Vision – a live feed of the Bankhead Tunnel. Tunnel Vision can be viewed by visiting the McPhail Sanchez website, https://mslawyers.law/tunnel-vision/ or www.TunnelVision.law. The website features a 24/7 live video feed of the tunnel entrance, a detailed section about the Bankhead Tunnel’s storied history, and a “Greatest Hits” section- an eye-popping photo gallery of vehicle “casualties” from over the years. 

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For the past 30 years, members of our Association have played a large part in the success of the Mobile Bar Foundation. We can’t thank you enough for your support over the years.

The Mobile Bar Foundation strives to improve the legal system, promote justice, and support the legal profession's dedication to the Mobile community. Last year, we provided grant allocations to eight area non-profit agencies that are directly making a positive impact in Mobile County. Our goal of making a community impact was successful!

Many of you contribute when paying your membership dues to the Mobile Bar Association or by making contributions to memorialize or honor a loved one or friend. We greatly appreciate your continued support in these ways.

As you and/or your firm prepare for year-end donations, please consider making a tax-deductible gift to the Mobile Bar Foundation. Contributions of any size are greatly appreciated. Donations may be made by credit card or check. To pay by credit card, sign in to the Mobile Bar Association website at www.mobilebarassociation.com, and click on the tab DONATE. If you would like to donate by check, please complete the form below and mail your form and check to Mobile Bar Foundation, 150 Government Street, Suite 1000-A, Mobile, Alabama 36602.

I hope to see you at the Mobile Bar Association’s December Membership Luncheon on Friday, December 13, at the Battle House Hotel. During that luncheon the Mobile Bar Foundation will proudly present our 2024 grant allocations to area non-profit agencies.

Thank you again for your continued support of the Mobile Bar Foundation. We are 30 years strong because of YOU!

Sincerely,

Karlos F. Finley

Mobile Bar Foundation, 2024 President

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What: Inns of Court Meeting

When: Thursday, December 12, 2024

Where: Battle House Hotel | Oakleigh Room

Start time: 5:30 p.m.

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What: Mobile County Probate Court Appointed Lawyer CLE

Where: Government Plaza Annex, Third Floor, Courtroom 1

When: Thursday, December 19, 2024

Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Registration Link: https://probate.mobilecountyal.gov/uploads/CLERegistrationFormDec2024.pdf

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Listed below are members who celebrate a birthday in December:

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