Register now!
The Hanging Out A Shingle Program is on February 18!

This unique and useful one-day program for solo practitioners looking to improve their practice.
Take a look at the topics covered and details of the event.
Register today - New Admittees qualify for a discounted rate!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE JUDGE FOR A DAY (OR TWO)?

Be judge at the Eastern Regional Mock Trial Tournament!
Saturday-Sunday, February 11-12, 2012
The University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
500 W Baltimore St, Baltimore, MD 21201

As always, there will be two rounds of competition on each day - one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Attorneys interested in serving as a judge, for as many as four rounds, or as few as one (and doing just one is a blessing), are invited to please notify the School at your earliest convenience. Judging is on a pro bono basis, but food and coffee is provided.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
If you are interested, contact Mark Graber Associate Dean for Research and Development Professor of Law and Government

Young Lawyers Plunge for a Good Cause

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Volunteers from the Young Lawyers’ Section participated again in the annual Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge on January 28, 2012. Since January 2009, participants from the Section have raised more than $20,000 for the Maryland Special Olympics. Watch the video

To join the MSBA Young Lawyers' Section, Apply Here.
To participate in a future Young Lawyers' Event, visit the website.

Also - take a look at the Winter 2012 edition of The Advocate!

Upcoming Section Events

Environmental Law
The Chesapeake Bay TMDL, Phase II Watershed Implementation Plan and what it all means for Maryland
February 15, 2012 - 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
O’Callaghan Annapolis Hotel
174 West Street Annapolis, MD 21401
Contact: Patrick Carlson - Details/Flyer

Young Lawyers' Section
MSBA's 21st Annual Charity Event
sponsored by Merrill LAD
Tickets now available!

March 23, 2012
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Pier 5 Hotel, Baltimore, MD (map)
Benefits Believe in Tomorrow Children's Foundation

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The Leadership Academy is accepting applications for the 2012-2013 class!

FAQ - Application
Deadline to apply: Monday, March 26, 2012 -5:00 p.m.

Member Benefits Spotlight

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Small Business Solutions for your Firm

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MSBA Members can save 10%

Enter the 2012 MSBA Video Contest!

No Courts, No Justice, No Freedom

Win prizes! Entry deadline is April 1, 2012.
Click here for more rules and more.

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Join us for our FREE Wednesday Webinars

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Schedule (with more to be announced)

Date

Topic

Presenter

Weds, February 15

Secure Cloud Computing
If attorneys are going to use cloud computing, what do bar associations have to say in respect to Rule 1.6 governing client confidentiality? Know the questions to ask, what the risks are, and what you can do to maximize your protection for client confidentiality. And you might be surprised about what you find out.

RocketMatter

Weds, February 22

iPad 201: Beyond the Basics
Learn how to use the iPad to be more productive in your practice and some of the most recommended apps for lawyers.

MSBA LOMA

*The Wednesday Webinars do not qualify for CLE Credit
Registration will close the Tuesday before the scheduled webinar.

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MSBA MEDIA

Check out our MSBA Videos.
See highlights from recent events including conferences, meetings, award ceremonies and more!

 


Maryland Civics and Law Academy - Jan 17, 2012
Maryland Civics and Law Academy - Jan 17, 2012
Law Day 2011: Rules of the Road
Law Day 2011: Rules of the Road
Project HEAL
Project HEAL
Beyond the Bar: A Step Closer
Beyond the Bar: A Step Closer
The MSBA Welcomes a new President!
The MSBA Welcomes a new President!
MSBA Senior Lawyers’ MCLE Debate
MSBA Senior Lawyers’ MCLE Debate
The 2010 MSBA Annual Meeting Highlights
The 2010 MSBA Annual Meeting Highlights
MSBA Annual Meeting: A Working Vacation
MSBA Annual Meeting: A Working Vacation
Beyond the Bar: Ed Pinder
Beyond the Bar: Ed Pinder

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Training and Support
Legal Research Tools

Quick Reference Guide
User Guide

Mid-Year Meeting in Panama
February 18-25, 2012
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Hanging Out a Shingle
Saturday, February 18, 2012
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Conference Center @ Sheppard Pratt
6501 North Charles Street, Baltimore
Website - Flyer - Registration

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HOTEL ARRANGEMENTS AVAILABLE!
2012 Annual Meeting

Weds., June 13th - Sat., June 16th
Ocean City, Maryland
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8 Hour Civil Mediation FULL
February 29, 2012- 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Ecker Business Training Center, Columbia

40 Hour Basic Mediation Training
March 19th-23rd – Baltimore, MD

Maryland Construction Law
March 27, 2012 - 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
Ecker Business Training Center, Columbia

Hot Topics in Family Law
March 2nd, 2012 – Annapolis, MD

Advanced Bankruptcy Institute
March 13th, 2012 – Columbia, MD

Registration opening soon for:

2012 Animal Law Symposium March 30th, 2012 – Baltimore, MD

Rights and Responsibilities of Being a Trustee April 10, 2012, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm, Columbia, MD

2012 Business Law Institute April 18, 2012, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm, Columbia, MD

Accounting Boot Camp for Lawyers

2012 Business Law Institute, Columbia, MD, April 18, 2012, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm

Practical Approaches to Guardianship May 18, 2012 – Columbia, MD

Members can now read online!
Children & The Law

Children &
The Law

Volume XLV
Number 1

January / February 2012

Lawyer Assistance Program:
12 Step Professional's Support Group Meeting
Meets every Thursday 6:30pm

Litigation
Escrow Account Management and Pitfalls to Avoid
February 2, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Sheraton Columbia Hotel
REGISTER ONLINE - Details

Public Awareness Committee
Meeting
February 6, 2012, Time TBD
½ Conference Room

Administrative Law Council
Meeting
February 7, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Whole Conference Room

Criminal Law and Practice Council
Meeting

February 8, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Carrol's Creek Cafe

Young Lawyers' Section
Nominating Committee Meeting
February 8, 2012 6:00 p.m.
½ Conference Room

Judicial Administration Section
Meeting
February 9, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
Elkridge Furnace Inn

Correctional Reform
Council Meeting

February 9, 2012, 6:00 p.m.
½ Conference Room

CLREP
Teen Court Jury Training
February 9, 2012, 4:30 p.m.
½ Conference Room

Elder Law Section
Meeting
February 14, 2012, 12:00 Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Annapolis, MD

Executive Committee
Meeting
February 14, 2012 6:00 p.m.
½ Conference Room

Environmental Law Section
The Chesapeake Bay TMDL, Phase II Watershed Implementation Plan and what it all means for Maryland
February 15, 2012, 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
O’Callaghan Annapolis Hotel,
174 West Street Annapolis, MD 21401
Details/Flyer

Senior Lawyers Section
Council Meeting

February 15, 2012, 12:00 Noon
Dalesio's

Special Committee on Voir Dire
Criminal Subcommittee
Meeting

February 15, 2012, 6:00 p.m.            
½ Conference Room

Business Law Section:
Committee on Securities Law
Webinar: The subject is Practical Tips for Private Placements of Securities
February 28, 2012, 12:30 - 1:45 p.m.
Webinar Form