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News for Missouri lawyers
Commission Seeks Applicants for Western District Appellate Vacancy
The Appellate Judicial Commission is accepting applications for the vacancy on the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Judge Joseph P. Dandurand. Individuals must file applications by July 29 at 5 pm. Those who applied for either of the two previous Western District vacancies do not need to reapply and will be considered along with new applicants.
Appellate Judicial Commission Will Meet on August 18 to Select Panel for Dandurand Vacancy
The Appellate Judicial Commission will meet on Aug. 18 at the Supreme Court to select a panel of three nominees to fill the vacancy on the Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District, created by the resignation of Judge Joseph P. Dandurand.
(Details/Applications)
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News at the Bar
Missouri Bar Immigration Law Committee Pro Bono Trafficking Victim Project Volunteer lawyers from Kansas City have been involved in an effort to help victims of labor trafficking in a high-profile Kansas City federal case – assisting victims with T (victims of trafficking) and U (victims of crimes) visa applications. As more victims are identified, additional volunteer lawyers will be needed to represent victims before federal agencies and possibly immigration court. Experienced immigration practitioners are also needed to help train and assist volunteer lawyers. (Details and Contact Info to Volunteer) (Read Trafficking Conspiracy Indictment Details)
Fill in the Blank to Fill Out the Image of Lawyers
 The Missouri Bar is creating several 30-second TV and radio spots as part of its ongoing communications effort to let the public know that lawyers improve their community in numerous ways – by volunteering on boards, commissions, churches, little leagues, etc. You can help the public get a more accurate image of lawyers by filling in the blanks on this one-sentence email form and submitting it with your name to the media relations department.
Committee Proposes Changes to MCLE Ethics Hour Requirement
The Board of Governors in July will consider a proposal from the Special Committee to Consider MCLE Ethics Requirements recommending a change to the ethics/professionalism/malpractice prevention MCLE requirement from the current three hours every three years to two hours every year. The 15 total hour annual requirement would remain the same and the changes would be effective for next year’s reporting period. (Read Proposed Rule Change) (Submit Comments)
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Missouri Bar Annual Meeting/Judicial Conference
A Call to Service, Leadership & Professionalism
September 23-25, Hilton at the Ballpark, St. Louis
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Plan now to attend. Learn from the best. Enjoy lively, interactive, and timely topics at three plenary sessions – this year focusing on whether we can afford justice, the power of politics and how to become (and stay) a judge. CLE tracks target Business/Corporate, Trial Practice, Family, Probate, Trust and Elder Law
– more than 28 programs to choose from.
- Learn the latest information that will make a difference in your practice
- Hear from a faculty filled with outstanding practitioners and judges
- Enjoy Best of Missouri at the spectacular Missouri’s Botanical Gardens
- Hear luncheon remarks from Chief Justice William Ray Price, Jr.
- Enjoy casual networking at President’s & Chief Justice’s Opening Night reception
- Catch up with old friends at alumni luncheons . . . and much more.
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Access to Justice
Legal Services Asks Lawyers to Complete Brief Survey,
Help Assess Legal Needs of Poor, Set Priorities
The four Missouri Legal Services programs are asking lawyers to complete a brief statewide legal needs appraisal survey. The survey – completed by clients, potential clients, judges, private attorneys, community and human services organizations – will help programs assess the legal needs of poor people, distinguish common and distinct legal needs and determine how best to provide services. (More Details/Survey)
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The Big Picture – issues and trends affecting the profession
Pursuing Perfection in the Practice of Law: An Imperfect Essay
by an Imperfect Lawyer
Source: Journal of The Missouri Bar
I have decided that the goal is not necessarily perfection. The goal is to produce a professional quality product that is effective in doing the job that needs to be done – and no more. If it does turn out to be perfect, well then, there you go, good for you!
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The Missouri Bar Jobs for Missouri Lawyers
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Non-Partisan Court Plan Judicial Vacancy News & Information
- Commission Seeks Applicants, Schedules Meeting for Dandurand Vacancy on Missouri Court of Appeals, Western District
- Current Vacancies
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Letters to the Editor
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Resource Reminder – available only through The Missouri Bar
MoBarCircle Off to Great Start, More Than 1,300 Join Groups
 Looking for a job? Interested in connecting with other Missouri lawyers who share your practice areas? How about connecting with other Missouri lawyers who share your interests in jazz, art, wine, movies or travel? More than 1,300 lawyers have signed on to our new professional network – that works like and interfaces with Facebook, but is only accessible to Missouri Bar members – on our website. (Join/More Information)
More Than 20 New Groups Networking on MobarCircle
Are you interested in appellate practice, helping veterans and their dependents/survivors or are you a SLU or MU law school alum? There is a new MoBarCircle group for you. (New Groups)
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Spotlight on an Upcoming MoBarCLE Program
Trial Lawyers' Successful Trial Tips: What to Do When the Going Gets Tough Telephone Seminar – Noon on Thursday, July 9
Hostile witnesses, difficult clients, and challenging judges can present a substantial concern. And this advanced program is intended to give the experienced trial practitioner more in-depth knowledge for coping with significant trial practice difficulties. Learn how to handle difficult situations from successful trial lawyers each with more than 30 years of trial practice experience. (Registration/Details)
Next week's MoBarCLE programs
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MoBarCLE must-read course notes
Permanent Total Disability and Future Medical Care – presented by the Honorable Robert B. Miner, Administrative Law Judge, Missouri Division of Workers’ Compensation (9 pages). Originally presented at the Annual Workers’ Compensation Institute on April 24, 2009.
MoBarCLE publications for your library
Creditors' Remedies (6th ed. 2009)
View Excerpt from Chapter 5 - "Mechanic's Liens" (PDF Format - 19 pages)
Purchase this MoBarCLE Publication Online
MoBarCLE Deskbooks Are Available Electronically through Fastcase, LexisNexis and Loislaw
In Memoriam
June 2009
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