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Arkansas Bar Association Spring 2014 CLE Catalog

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Step #3 - Payment

Step #2 - Meeting Registration – For In-Person Seminars Only

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*Discounts: (except for CNA, Mid-Year and Spring CLE Pass)

Members admitted between July 1, 2012 - June 30, 2014, 20% discount

Members 75 years or older AND 10 consecutive years of membership, 20% discount

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Law Students (no course materials) $35 per in-person seminar

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Questions? Call 501-375-4606Non-attorneys pay member rates. Contact 501-375-4606 for Code.Eligible non-member attorneys may join and pay member rates: (501) 375-4606 or (800) 609-5668.

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Fax: 501-881-4251

Mail: Arkansas Bar Association-CLE Department2224 Cottondale Lane, LR, AR 72202

Registrations cannot be accepted by e-mail

Cancellations - Full refunds, less a $50 administrative charge, will be given to registrants whose cancel lation is received at least two weeks before the program begins. After this deadline, you may send a substitute or request a CLE credit certificate. If you do not cancel and you do not attend, you will receive the course materials only, upon request.

Payment Information: Acceptable forms of payment include cash, money orders, checks and credit cards. Cash: Do not mail cash. Cash may be used only for in-person submittals. Checks: Please note that we will not accept checks that do not have an imprinted or preprinted name or address of the account holder on the check. For example, we will not accept temporary checks, such as those from a new account. Credit Cards: May be used for in-person, online or faxed transactions. We accept Discover, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Insufficient Funds: Any check that is returned to us due to Insufficient Funds will be charged a $40 processing Fee. We reserve the right to reject any check due to previous bad checks.

REgIStRAtION FORM SPRINg 2014

Spring CLE Pass $375Members can purchase the pass for $375 and register online or below for up to 12 hours of CLE this spring. See page 3 for details.

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Register online at www.arkbar.com

tAbLE OF CONtENtS

SpRinG 2014: a SEaSOn OF thE latESt ClE

Spring 2014 Registration Form

General Information

CLE by Practice Area

Live Seminars January - June 2014

Cyber CLE - One-hour Webinars

January - August 2014

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Everyone wants choices – and now the

ArkBar allows you to pick and choose

your in-person CLE programming for

one low price. Try the Spring CLE

Pass.* The Spring CLE Pass* allows

you to register for up to 12 hours of

CLE between January 1 – June 30, 2014 for the price of $375, with over 94 hours to

choose from. Simply purchase the pass for $375 and register online or by mail for up

to 12 hours of CLE this spring.

We make it easy. You select your seminars up front or throughout the spring. The

choice is yours!

*The Spring CLE Pass can be used by any member for any in-person event, excluding CNA, Annual Meeting, Mid-Year Meeting, Best of CLE sessions, webinars and any seminar over 12 hours. CLE Passes are used for the entire event, not individual hours. CLE Pass will be debited the number of hours of the event, not by hours of attendance. The Spring CLE Pass must be used by June 30, 2014. Credits will not be issued for the unused balance of the CLE pass. At-the-Door Registration is welcomed with the Spring CLE Pass. Pre-registration is required to guarantee a meal when lunch is served. When purchasing the CLE pass online, you must complete the purchase BEFORE selecting individual events.

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ClE CatalOGThis desk reference contains all of the Arkansas Bar Association’s CLE offerings from January through August 2014. As always, the information will also be online. The online version will have any changes and updates.

ClE aCROSS thE StatEThe Arkansas Bar Association strives to provide CLE to its members across the state. We hope that by expanding our CLE offerings geographically, we can provide convenient locations for you. During the next several months we will be hosting CLE events in areas around the state. If you have a venue that you think would be good for a CLE event, please email [email protected].

REGiStRatiOn The registration fee includes the seminar, electronic course materials and refreshment breaks. If lunch is provided it will be noted on the individual seminars. Please note registration deadlines on each seminar or register at the door.

ClE CREditThe programs in the catalog have been submitted to the Arkansas Continuing Legal Education Board for CLE hours. Check the individual seminars for the number of CLE credit hours available. Attendees who are licensed in other states are responsible for applying for CLE credit in those states.

hOtEl aCCOMMOdatiOnSMembers are responsible for making their own

hotel accommodations. The Arkansas Bar Association does not make hotel accommodations on behalf of its members. However, if the CLE event is held at a hotel, generally the Arkansas Bar Association will negotiate special room rates for its members. Each CLE event that is held at a hotel will have the hotel telephone number listed. Please contact that hotel directly to make your reservations. Please let them know at the time of reservation that you are with the Arkansas Bar Association to obtain Association rates.

SpECial nEEdSIf you plan to attend a program and require special need facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact Kristen Scherm at (501) 375-4606 or [email protected] prior to the program. To the extent we are able, we will try to accommodate any special dietary needs if they are provided to us one week prior to the event.

a WORd OF thankSAssociation planners and presenters are volunteers. It is only through their generous contributions of time, energy, talent and experience that this and every Association seminar can be a success. We deeply appreciate their work.

gENERAL INFORMAtION

GEnERal inFORMatiOn

Jim Simpson Arkansas Bar Association 2013-2014 President

Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane Little Rock, AR 72202

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Attorney Ethics and ADRAlternative Dispute Resolution Conference

aGRiCultuRal laW1st Annual Mid-South Agricultural & Environ-mental Law Conference

BuSinESS laWHealth Care Reform in 2014: What Transactional Lawyers Need to Know2014 Nonprofit Law/Exempt Organizations UpdatePlanning with Family Limited Partnerships/Family LLCs, Part 1Planning with Family Limited Partnerships/Family LLCs, Part 2Ethical Issues for Business AttorneysPiercing the Entity Veil: Individual Liability for Business ActsBuyouts in Closely Held Companies—Triggers, Methods, Valuation & FinanceUCC 9: Fixtures, Liens, Foreclosures & RemediesSuccessor Liability in Business Transactions: The Risk of Selling Assets But Retaining LiabilitySmall Commercial Leases: Negotiating and Drafting IssuesIndemnification and Hold Harmless Provisions in Business AgreementsRecession in Business Transactions: How to Fix Something That’s Gone WrongPrivate Company Directors: Fiduciary Duties & LiabilityStructuring Profits Interest in LLCs/PartnershipsChoice of Entity Considerations for NonprofitsDiligence in Business Transactions2013 Fiduciary Litigation Update“Crowd-funding" in Business Ventures: Raising Capital from the PublicJoint Ventures in Business, Part 1

Joint Ventures in Business, Part 2Directors of Private Companies: Duties, Conflicts, and LiabilityReview and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 1Review and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 22014 Nonprofit Law/Exempt Organizations UpdateBuyouts in Closely Held Companies—Triggers, Methods, Valuation & FinanceCreditor Interests in LLCs/PartnershipsLaw of Religious Organizations, Part 1Law of Religious Organizations, Part 2Piercing the Entity Veil: Individual Liability for Business ActsC-Corps, S-Corps, LLCs. What's Best For My Client? Limitations on Closely Held Company Owners—Business Opportunities and Non-CompetesRescission in Business Transactions: How to Fix Something That’s Gone WrongEthical Issues for Business AttorneysTechniques for Tax Efficiently Withdrawing Capital From a Closely Held CompanySecurities Issues for Closely Held CompaniesUCC Issues in Real Estate TransactionsIncentive Compensation in LLCs and PartnershipsThe Perils of Using “Units” in LLC PlanningMergers and Buyouts of Closely Held Businesses, Part 1Mergers and Buyouts of Closely Held Businesses, Part 1Successor Liability in Business Transactions: The Risk of Selling Assets But Retaining LiabilityEmployees, Secrets and Competition: Non-Competes and MoreSales Agreements: UCC Article 2 and Practical ConsiderationsStructuring Profits Interest in LLCs/PartnershipsAsset Based Finance, Part 1Asset Based Finance, Part 2Employment Taxes Across EntitiesPrivate Company Directors: Fiduciary Duties & LiabilityOpinion Letters in Transactions Involving LLCs and S CorpsReview and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 1Review and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 2Small Commercial Leases: Negotiating and Drafting IssuesStructuring For-Profit/Non-Profit Joint Ventures

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The Arkansas Bar Association offers a wide range of CLE topics in both live and webinar formats to help you stay up to date with what is

happening in your area of practice. The live in-person seminars are listed in bold. The one-hour webinars are un-bold.

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Review and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 1Review and Negotiating Franchise Agreements, Part 2 Choice of Entity Considerations for NonprofitsSelling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1Diligence in Business TransactionsDefending Business Audits, Part 1Defending Business Audits, Part 2Crowd-funding in Business Ventures: Raising Capital from the PublicCreditor Interests in LLCs/PartnershipsEarly Stage Capital for Growing Businesses: Venture Capital and Angel Investing, Part 1Early Stage Capital for Growing Businesses: Venture Capital and Angel Investing, Part 2

Civil pROCEduREHow to Properly Review a Potential Class ActionWhat the Sideshow Performer Can Teach the Trial Attorney

COnStRuCtiOnConstruction Law

CRiMinalDivorce, Custody and Criminal Law Issues in Veterans Cases Rock Stars: A Hotbed of Illegal Activity

dEBtOR/CREditORHow to Collect a Judgment18th Annual Debtor/Creditor Law InstituteCreditor Interests in LLCs/PartnershipsAsset Based Finance, Part 1Asset Based Finance, Part 2Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 2Creditor Interests in LLCs/Partnerships

EnviROnMEntal17th Annual Environmental Law Conference1st Annual Mid-South Agricultural & Environmental Law Conference

EthiCSEthical Issues for Business Attorneys Attorney Ethics and ADR Attorney Ethics and Digital Communications2014 Ethics Update, Part 12014 Ethics Update, Part 2

IOLTA Accounts Made Simple … and Other Information You Need to Ethically Start a PracticeEthics in NegotiationsEthics in the Receipt & Release of Confidential InformationEthics of Co-Counsel & Referral RelationshipsAttorney Ethics in Multi-Party RepresentationsEthics of Multi-jurisdictional PracticeAttorney Ethics and Alternative Fee ArrangementsEthics, Technology and Small FirmsAttorney Ethics and Elder AbuseAttorney Ethics When Supervising Other AttorneysEthics of Beginning and Ending an Attorney-Client RelationshipEthical Issues for Business AttorneysEthics of Working With WitnessesAttorney Ethics and Digital Communications2014 Ethics Update, Part 12014 Ethics Update, Part 2Attorney Ethics and Social Media2014 Ethics in Litigation Update, Part 12014 Ethics in Litigation Update, Part 2Ethics in NegotiationsAttorney Ethics and Disputes with ClientsEthics in the Receipt and Release of Confidential InformationEthics and Lateral Transfers of Lawyers Among Law FirmsEthics of Beginning and Ending an Attorney-Client RelationshipEthics in Employment Law PracticeEthics of Multi-jurisdictional Practice

EldER laWRole of Public Benefits in Estate Planning for All ClientsSophisticated Estate Planning for the Elderly, Part 1Sophisticated Estate Planning for the Elderly, Part 2Attorney Ethics and Elder AbuseAttorney Ethics When Supervising Other Attorneys

FaMily laWDivorce, Custody and Criminal Law Issues in Veterans CasesTreatment of Trusts in Marital SeparationHow the New Child Custody Laws Have Affected Cases

FinanCial inStitutiOnSAsset Based Finance, Part 1Asset Based Finance, Part 2

hEalth laWHealth Care Reform in 2014: What Transactional Lawyers Need to KnowTrusts and the New Medicare Tax

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intEllECtual pROpERtyCurrent Intellectual Property Issues for IP Practitioners

laBOR & EMplOyMEntBYOD: Bring Your Own Device to Work— Employment Law Issues in the Workplace2014 Retaliation in Employment Law UpdateEmployment Agreements, Part 1Employment Agreements, Part 237th Annual Labor & Employment ConferenceEmployment Law Torts in the Workplace2014 Sexual Harassment UpdateEmployees, Secrets and Competition: Non-Competes and MoreBYOD: Bring Your Own Device to Work 2014 Retaliation in Employment Law UpdateEmployment Law Torts in the Workplace2014 Sexual Harassment UpdateEthics in Employment Law Practice

natuRal RESOuRCESGround Leases: Structuring and Drafting Issues 53rd Annual Natural Resources Law Institute

pROBatE & EStatEEstate Planning in 2014: A Look Forward Fixing Trusts: Techniques to Alter a Trust When Circum-stances Have ChangedProbate Track at Mid YearPlanning to Avoid ProbateEstate Planning for Personal ResidencesFunding Unfunded Testamentary Trusts in Estate PlanningTreatment of Trusts in Marital SeparationUnderstanding the Fiduciary Duties & Liability of Trustees in Estate PlanningRole of Public Benefits in Estate Planning for All ClientsSophisticated Estate Planning for the Elderly, Part 1Sophisticated Estate Planning for the Elderly, Part 2Estate Planning in 2014: A Look ForwardPlanning with Special Needs TrustsDesigning and Drafting GRATS in Estate PlanningPlanning and Drafting Revocable TrustsEstate Planning for Personal ResidencesFixing Trusts: Techniques to Alter a Trust When Circum-stances Have ChangedTrusts and the New Medicare TaxFunding Unfunded Testamentary Trusts in Estate PlanningTrust Investments: A Guide to Trustee Duties & Liability Under the UPIAFamily Feuds in TrustsUnderstanding the Fiduciary Duties & Liability of Trustees in Estate PlanningPlanning for Estates Under $10 Million2014 Estate and Trust Planning Update, Part 12014 Estate and Trust Planning Update, Part 2

Picking the Right Trust: Alphabet Soup of AlternativesRole of Public Benefits in Estate Planning for All ClientsEstate Planning for Real Estate, Part 1Estate Planning for Real Estate, Part 2Alternatives to TrustsPlanning in Charitable Giving, Part 1Planning in Charitable Giving, Part 2Planning with Special Needs Trusts

REal EStatEDrafting Guaranties in Real Estate Transactions Small Commercial Leases: Negotiating and Drafting IssuesMulti-Family Development & Management AgreementsSale/Leaseback Transactions in Real EstateUCC Issues in Real Estate TransactionsDrafting Guaranties in Real Estate TransactionsBuying and Selling Commercial Real Estate, Part 1Buying and Selling Commercial Real Estate, Part 2Estate Planning for Real Estate, Part 1Estate Planning for Real Estate, Part 2Small Commercial Leases: Negotiating & Drafting Issues

SOlO & SMall FiRMEthics, Technology and Small Firms

tax laWPlanning with Family Limited Partnerships/Family LLCs, Part 1Planning with Family Limited Partnerships/Family LLCs, Part 2Techniques for Tax Efficiently Withdrawing Capital From a Closely Held Company Employment Taxes Across Entities Defending Business Audits, Part 1Defending Business Audits, Part 2

tEChnOlOGy Attorney Ethics and Digital Communications Digital Forensics: Decoding the Hidden InformationEthics, Technology and Small FirmsAttorney Ethics and Digital CommunicationsAttorney Ethics and Social Media

tORt laWEmployment Law Torts in the Workplace

MiSCEllanEOuS2014 Mid-Year Meeting2014 Annual MeetingBest of CLE-Little RockBest of CLE-Northwest

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JanuaRy

January 9, 20149:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

A potential client walks into your office. The more you listen, the more you think that your client's circumstances are not unique. You may have a potential class action. What do you need to review and what do you need to know? • Preliminary issues and considerations

before filing as a "class"• Precertification litigation including

issues pertaining to discovery, precertification notices, and privacy concerns

• Process for certifying a class• Class action settlements including

fairness hearings, final notices, and motions for final approval

• Fees payable to class representatives and attorneys

Speaker:H. Gregory Campbell, Campbell Law Firm, P.A.

3.0 CLE HOURS

Member Cost* Online by 1/2 $135 Mailed/Faxed by 1/2 $155 Onsite after 1/2 $170Non-member $205

*Use the CLE pass. See page 3 for details.

Register at the door after January 2, 2014

January 10, 20149:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

Veterans have their own set of issues that can arise when they have cases that cross over into the civil claims world. As an attorney representing a veteran it is important that you know what issues can arise and how to deal with them when they do. Come to this three hour CLE event and learn how to serve your veteran clients.

9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Military divorceLauren White Hamilton, Hilburn, Calhoon, Harper, Pruniski & Calhoun, LTD

10:30 - 11:00 a.m.Military pensionsGeoffrey Davis Kearney, Wallace, Martin, Duke & Russell PLLC

11:15 - 12:15 p.m. Criminal lawSteven S. Zega, Parker and Zega, PLC

3.0 CLE HOURS




January 17, 20149:00 - 11:00 a.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

Your client is happy because you have secured a judgment for him or her, but now you have to collect on it. How do you do this? What are your options?

This CLE will cover: 1. Garnishments 2. Executions 3. Liens

You will also leave with all of the forms you need to start collecting those judgments.

Speaker:Joseph F. Kolb, Attorney at Law

2.0 CLE HOURS




hOW tO pROpERly REviEW a pOtEntial ClaSS aCtiOn

divORCE, CuStOdy and CRiMinal laW iSSuES

in vEtERanS CaSEShOW tO COllECt a JudGMEnt

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2014 Mid-Year Meeting January 23-24, 2014 Peabody Hotel, Memphis, TN

2014 Mid-Year Meeting www.arkbar.com2 January 23-24, 2014

CNA Registration

The Adaptable Lawyer: Staying Practical in Today’s Complex Legal EnvironmentRobert L. (Skip) Henry III, Barber, McCaskill, Jones & HaleG. Spence Fricke, Barber, McCaskill, Jones & Hale

Presented by lawyers for lawyers, this program will focus on providing valuable instruction, practical guides, checklists and risk control recommendations to help lawyers safely navigate today’s complex legal environment and assist them in minimizing professional liability risk.

12:30 - 1:00 p.m.

1:00 - 4:15 p.m.(3.0 CLE Ethics)

CLE THURSDAY SCHEDULE

CNA Risk Management

CLE FRIDAY SCHEDULE

Continental Ballroom

Registration, Coffee & Refreshments

Estate Planning With Grantor TrustsWhat a grantor trust is, what are the results of grantor trust treatment, why grantor trusts may be beneficial, what are the grantor trust land mines and how to avoid them, how grantor trust status is achieved, and how grantor trusts are typically utilized. Redd

Planning in the Penumbra of Permanent Exemptions and Portability The latest estate planning-related legislative and regulatory developments, uses and misuses of portability, estate planning consequences of the Supreme Court’s decision in Windsor and other marital deduction issues, defined value clauses without charitable spillover provisions, surprising difficulties with annual exclusion gifts, and asset protection trusts within and outside of bankruptcy proceedings. Redd

Break

Ethics Traps in Estate Planning and Estate Administration – From the Obvious to the Arcane Participants have the opportunity to attend 2 of 3 strate-gy breakout sessions. The strategy breakout sessions (focus groups, jury selection, and opening) will do a deeper dive on these three tools and will sharpen skills through use of case studies and examples. Redd

Lunch

Battles Between Fiduciaries and Beneficiaries The difficulties that may arise in connection with making discretionary distributions to beneficiaries, breaches of duty in the retention of assets or the making of new investments, making proper disclosures to beneficiaries and keeping them informed, and the impact of exculpatory clauses. Redd

New Tricks for Old DogsEstate planning for electronic assets, ideas for dealing with electronic assets in estate and trust administration, and e-filing basics for probate attorneys. Lori Holzwarth, Hyden, Miron & Foster, PLLC

Break

Special Issues Handling Business Entities in Estate and Trust AdministrationDetermining how to handle business entities in the area of Estate and Trust Administration can be tricky. Listen to an expert give you advice and tips on how to handle this specialized area. Anthony Hilliard, Ramsay, Bridgforth, Harrelson and Starling LLP

8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

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10:30 -10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:45 a.m.Ethics

11:45 - 1:15 p.m.

1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

2:15 - 3:15 p.m.

3:15 - 3:30 p.m.

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Venetian Room

Charles A. (“Clary”) Redd is a partner in the St. Louis, Missouri, office of the law firm of Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP. Clary concentrates his practice in estate planning, estate and trust administration and estate and trust-related litigation. He is an elected member of The American Law Institute, a Fellow of The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel and an Adjunct Professor of Law (Estate Planning) at Northwestern University School of Law. He also serves as Co-Chair of the Editorial Advisory Board of Trusts & Estates magazine. Sponsored by Simmons First National Bank and the ArkBar Probate and Trust Law Section

Redd

8:00 - 8:30 a.m.

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 -10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

11:45 - 1:15 p.m.

1:15 - 4:30 p.m.

1:15 - 2:15 p.m.Auburn Room3rd Floor

Barclay Room3rd Floor

Lansdowne Room3rd Floor

2:15 - 2:25 p.m.

2:25 - 3:25 p.m.

3:25 - 3:35 p.m.

3:35 - 4:35 p.m.Louis XVI

Registration, Coffee & Refreshments

Making the Most of Mediators in Your Litigation PracticeTwo of the state’s top mediators explain how to get the most value for your time and how to be effective when you have to mediate.Richard Lusby, ADR Inc.Chris Gomlicker, Hamlin Dispute Resolution, LLC

Using Focus Groups as a Tool to Tighten Your CaseFocus groups can help you determine how and along what lines to develop your case. Learn how to use focus groups and what works.Sach Oliver, Bailey & Oliver Law FirmMadelyn Davis, Litigation Consultants

Break

Effective Use of Technology in your Litigation PracticeTechnology can be a big benefit in depositions and trial work. Learn the best type and use of technology in your trial practice.Robb Helt, Litigation Resource Group, LLCAndy Mortensen, Litigation Resource Group, LLC

Lunch

Litigator Workshops: A Hands On Strategy Session Often one hour in a lecture setting isn’t enough to cover everything that needs to be covered or to address all of your questions. Practitioners can even bring their own cases for ideas on how to implement these tools in their particular case.

Breakout SessionsMaking the Most of Mediators in Your Litigation PracticeRichard Lusby, ADR Inc.Chris Gomlicker, Hamlin Dispute Resolution, LLC

Using Focus Groups as a Tool to Tighten Your CaseSach Oliver, Bailey & Oliver Law FirmMadelyn Davis, Litigation Consultants

Effective Use of Technology in your Litigation PracticeRobb Helt, Litigation Resource Group, LLCAndy Mortensen, Litigation Resource Group, LLC

Break

Afternoon Session Continued

Break

Jury Selection: How Jury Profiling and Case Analysis Can Improve Your CaseCome hear one of the top trial consultants walk you through how to use jury profiling and case analysis to strengthen your chances of winning.Melissa McMath Hatfield, McMath Trial Consultants

CNA attendees receive a premium discount on professional liability insurance.

Arkansas Access to Justice

Arkansas Bar Association

CBI-Sunbelt

Regions Insurance

VISIT THE EXHIBITORS

University of Arkansas Law Alumni Society Reception5:00 - 6:30 p.m.Louis XVI Room, Peabody Hotel

UALR Bowen School of Law Alumni Luncheon12:00 - 1:15 p.m.Galaxy Room, 3rd Floor, Peabody Hotel

Arkansas Bar AssociationHouse of Delegates Meeting3:00 - 5:30 p.m.Continental Ballroom, Peabody Hotel

Dinner at the Rendezvous5:45 - 7:45 p.m.RendezvousJust down the alley from the Peabody Hotel

Dessert Reception 7:45 - 9:00 p.m.Peabody Hotel SkywayThe reception held in the art-deco styled Skyway room honors current and tenured House of Delegates members.

events thursday schedule

events friday schedule

The Return of Rendezvous

Dinner at the Rendezvous

friday 5:45 - 7:45 p.m.

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CNA is a service mark and trade name registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

The program referenced herein is underwritten by one or more of the CNA companies.

www.arkbar.com 4January 23-24, 20142014 Mid-Year Meeting

2014 Arkansas Bar Association Mid-Year Meeting Registration Form

Supreme Court ID: ____________________________________Name: _______________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________ City: _____________________ State: ______ Zip:__________

Phone: (______) ____________________ E-Mail: ________________________________________________________________

Badge Name (First Name Only) ____________________________________ Ribbons will be available at registration.

Step 1 — Registrant Information

Non-Member

Non-Member Registration* $285

Eligible non-Members may join and save on registration. Renew your membership to qualify for discounted rates.

Registrations not received by January 16, 2014 must register at the door for $320

Law Student

Law Student $35 Registration

Registrations not received by January 16, 2014 must

register at the door. .

CNA Registration for Members

CNA Risk Management for Attorneys (Member) $100

CNA Registration for Non-Members

CNA Risk Management for Attorneys (Non-Member) $200

Member

Online Registration $215http://ace.arkbar.com/MidYearMeeting/Home

Mailed/Faxed Registration $235Registrations received on or before January 16, 2014 Registrations not received by January 16, 2014 must register at the door for $250.

Step 2 Total ____________

Card No.: _____________________________________________________________________

Exp. Date: _____________________________________________________________________

Signature: _____________________________________________________________________

Total Amount Due

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VISA/MC AMEX CHECK Make check payable to Arkansas Bar Association

CANCELLATIONS: Full refunds, less a $50 administrative charge, will be given to registrants whose cancella-tion is received at least two weeks before the program begins. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations received after two weeks prior to program start. If you do not cancel and do not attend, you will receive the electronic course materials only upon request.

Step 2 —Meeting Registration

OR

Final Step — Payment

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The above registrations include all CLE Programs (except CNA), electronic course materials, Friday evening dinner at Rendezvous and Peabody Skyroom Reception, continental breakfasts, breaks and lunch.

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Payment Information: Acceptable forms of payment include cash, money orders, checks and credit cards. Cash: Do not mail cash. Cash may be used only for in-person submittals. Checks: Please note that we will not accept checks that do not have an imprinted or preprinted name or address of the account holder on the check. For example, we will not accept temporary checks, such as those from a new account. Credit Cards: May be used for in-person, online or faxed transactions. We accept Discover, Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Insufficient Funds: Any check that is returned to us due to Insufficient Funds will be charged a $40 processing Fee. We reserve the right to reject any check due to previous bad checks.

CNA attendees receive a premium discount on professional liability insurance.

Online: http://ace.arkbar.com/MidYearMeeting/Home

Fax: 501-881-4251

Mail: Arkansas Bar Association 2224 Cottondale LaneLittle Rock, AR 72202

Registrations cannot be accepted by e-mail

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The Return of Rendezvous

Thank You to Our Sponsors

Program Planners: Brandon Moffitt, Moffitt & Phillips, PLLC

Regan Gruber Moffitt, Winthrop Rockefeller FoundationLori L. Holzwarth, Hyden, Miron & Foster, PLLC

Probate & trust Law section of arkBar

RamsayBRidgfoRth

Attorneys at LawRamsay, BRidgfoRth, RoBinson and Raley llP

Hamilton, Colbert & Scurlock, LLP

tlaaWilliam A. Martin

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Representation Before the va, Claims procedures, Basic Eligibility for va Benefits, Right to appeal, disability Compensation (38 u.S.C. Chapter 11)Steven S. Zega, Parker and Zega, PLC

dependency and indemnityCompensation(38 u.S.C. Chapter 13)Steven S. Zega, Parker and Zega, PLC

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Military pensions (38 u.S.C. Chapter 15) 38 C.F.R. § 14.629(b)(1)(iii)Duane Allen "DAK" Kees, The Kees Law Group

1:00 - 2:00 pm.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.

3:15 - 4:15 p.m.

Representing veterans comes with its own set of rules, laws and regulations. On top of that, there are issues that are unique when helping our veterans and military personnel. Come to this CLE and learn about these is-sues and how to help those who protect us. Also, this seminar will cover some of the basics which are needed for VA certification.

REpRESEntinG thOSE WhO pROtECt uS: handlinG vEtERan'S iSSuES

February 7, 2014

program planner: Bilenda Harris-Ritter

Sponsored by: the ArkBar Lawyers Assisting Military Personnel Committee

3.5 CLE HOURS

Member Cost* Online by 2/1 $135 Mailed/Faxed 2/1 $155 Onsite after 2/1 $170Non-member $205 *Use the CLE pass. See page 3 for details.

Register at the door after February 1, 2014

February 7, 20141:00 - 4:15 p.m.World Trade Center3300 Market Street, Suite 400Rogers, AR

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inFORMatiOn yOu nEEd tO EthiCally StaRt a pRaCtiCE

February 6, 20149:00 - 11:00 a.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

This informative presentation helps you start your new practice off on the right foot! Topics include setting up an IOLTA account, required paperwork, new laws on IOLTA accounts, and much more.

Speaker:Jeffrey Martin Swann, Perkins & Trotter, PLLC

2.0 CLE HOURSIncludes 1.0 Ethics Hour




February 14, 20149:00 - 11:15 a.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

In July of 2013, a new statute went into effect that provided that courts should presume joint custody. How has that statute affected the outcome of cases? How is it being applied by the court? Come and listen to a seasoned family law attorney and a panel of judges cover this topic.

program planner: Natalie Dickson

9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Changes in Child Custody and the impact on the practitionerLauren White Hamilton, Hilburn, Calhoon, Harper, Pruniski & Calhoun, LTD

10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Judge's panelJudge David Mayo Clark, Fourth Division Faulkner County Circuit CourtJudge Bobby D. McCallister, First Division Saline County Circuit CourtJudge Vann Smith, Sixth Judicial District Circuit

2.0 CLE HOURS




February 21, 20142:00 - 4:00 p.m.Flying Saucer323 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock

This course will discuss the various laws and regulations controlling the sale of alcohol in Arkansas, particularly drawing distinctions between activities permitted in “wet” counties and activities permitted in “dry” counties. Participants will learn about the different types of available permits, including private club permits. The process of counties switching status from dry to wet, or vice-versa, will be discussed. The course will also describe the mechanics of obtaining a permit, including handling an application through the ABC approval process.

Cliff McKinney II, Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC

2.0 CLE HOURS



Register at the door afterFebruary 14, 2014

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WEt/dRy COuntiES and thE aBC

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updates in arkansas Oil & Gas lawThomas A. Daily, Daily & Woods, PLLC

Comparative pooling law: arkansas and texasThomas A. Daily, Daily & Woods, PLLCGeorge A. Snell, Steptoe & Johnson

Break

aOGC updates to Rules and RegulationsAlan J. York, Arkansas Oil and Gas CommissionShane E. Khoury, Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission

the ins and Outs of Rule a-8 Escrow accounts and unclaimed propertyWilliam C. Warren, Jr., John P. Shields, Inc.

JOa law and practice: Recent developments in Case law and the new horizontal Modifications to the Model Form Operating agreementJeff Weems, Porter Hedges, LLP

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 -10:15 a.m.

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

11:15 - 12:15 p.m.

February 27

8:00 - 9:00 a.m.Ethics

9:00 -9:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:15 a.m.

10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

11:15 - 12:15 p.m.

Ethical issues in Oil and Gas lawJim O'Hern, The Law Office of Jim O’Hern, P.A.Laura Hudson, Stephens Production CompanyTim Klinger, Principal at Historic Preservation Associates, LLCGayle Mason, Independent LandmanGary Monroe, Gary A. Monroe & AssociatesLonnie Turner, Lonnie Turner Law Office

development Rights of Severed Mineral Co-tenants – a national SurveyJeffrey Martin Swann, Perkins & Trotter, PLLC

Raising Capital for Oil and Gas Exploration amongst the pitfalls of Securities lawsGregory S. Ivester, Robinette, Miners & Ivester, PLLC

Break

title Curative issuesDavid M. Harper Jr., Southwestern Energy CompanyClint McGee, BHP BilitonBryan Perry, T.S. Dudley Land Company

litigating land and Royalty Owner disputesLeland Horton, Bradley Murchison Kelly & Shea LLC

Wednesday, February 26, 2014Title Standards Meeting

3:00 - 4:00 p.m.Natural Resources Law

Section Meeting 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Board RoomEmbassy Suites, Hot Springs

Wednesday night Reception 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Grand SalonEmbassy Suites, Hot Springs

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53rd annual natuRal RESOuRCES inStitutEFebruary 27-28, 2014

program planners: C. Michael Daily, J. Mark Robinette, L. Matthew Davis

8.0 CLE HOURSincludes 1.0 Ethics Hour

Member* Online by 2/21 $250 Mailed/Faxed by 2/21 $270 Onsite after 2/21 $285Non-member $320



February 27-28, 2014Hot Springs Convention Center134 Convention BoulevardHot Springs, ARHotel Reservations: Embassy Suites, 501-321-4430

February 28

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program planner:Denise R. Hoggard

Sponsored by:the ArkBar

Labor and Employment Law Section


Member Cost* Online by 3/1 $375 Mailed/Faxed by 3/1 $395 Onsite after 3/1 $410Non-member $420*Use the CLE pass. See page 3 for details.

Register at the door after March 1, 2014

March 6-7, 2014Hot Springs Convention Center

134 Convention Blvd, Hot SpringsHotel Reservations:

1-800-embassy

50th anniversary of the Equal pay act: how has Equality in pay FaredDenise Reid Hoggard, Rainwater, Holt, & Sexton, PAWilliam Stuart Jackson, Wright, Lindsey & Jennings LLPKatharine Kores, District Director, EEOC, Memphis District

hot topics from the dOlAllen C. Dobson, Cross, Gunter, Witherspoon & Galchus, P.C.

Break

hot topics from the EEOCSpeaker TBA

lunch (provided)

tips From the Bench on preparing Better Briefs and arguments Before the 8th CircuitModerator, Charles M. Kester, The Kester Law FirmJudge Bobby E. Shepherd, 8th Circuit Court of Appeals

Collective actionsGregory J. Northen, Cross, Gunter, Witherspoon & Galchus, P.C.Amber R. Schubert, Sanford Law Firm, PLLC

Break

Message from the nlRBModerator, Jim Nickels, Nickels Law FirmHarry I. Johnson III, National Labor Relations Board

8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:00 a.m.

11:00 - 12:00 p.m.

12:00 -1:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.

3:15 - 4:45 p.m.

37th annual laBOR & EMplOyMEnt COnFEREnCE

March 6-7, 2014

March 6

March 7

8th Circuit RoundupTheresa Beiner, UALR William H. Bowen School of Law

tricky hR SituationsDaniel Lee Herrington, Friday, Eldredge & Clark LLPCynthia E. Nance, University of Arkansas School of Law

Break

your Ethical Responsibility to Serve and how it Can be personally RewardingTheodore W. Small, Theordore W. Small, P.A.

8:30 - 9:45 a.m.

9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:00 a.m.

11:00 - 12:00 p.m.Ethics

Join the Arkansas Bar Association and the Labor & Employment Law Section at the 37th Annual Labor & Employ-ment Law Conference in Hot Springs, Arkansas, at the Convention Center. There will be updates on the Equal Pay Act, an overview of recent Labor & Employment law issues, informa-tion on how to handle tricky HR issues and more! To guarantee a room, res-ervations must be made by February 6, 2014. Additional rooms may still be available after that time but cannot be guaranteed.

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patent law practice under the america invents actJoel B. Carter, Quattlebaum, Grooms, Tull & Burrow PLLC

Break

licensing of patents and SoftwareJ. Charles Dougherty, Wright, Lindsey & Jennings LLP

patent Claims drafting and interpretationsJames F. Hollander, Senior Patent Counsel (ret.), Texas Instruments

lunch (provided)

Franchising for the ip lawyerKevin M. Lemley, Arkansas Public Service

Break

Recent Cases in intellectual law practiceGary Speed, Speed Law Firm

8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:15 a.m.

10:15 - 11:15 a.m.

11:15 -12:15 p.m.

12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

2:15 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

If you are practicing in the field of intellectual property, this is the event for you. Practitioners in the field will teach you about patents, software licensing, franchising and case law updates.

CuRREnt intEllECtual pROpERty iSSuES FOR ip pRaCtitiOnERS

March 13, 2014

program planner: Gary Speed

Sponsored by: the ArkBar Intellectual Property Section

5.0 CLE HOURS

Member Cost* Online by 3/6 $220 Mailed/Faxed by 3/6 $240 Onsite after 3/6 $255Non-member $290 *Use the CLE pass. See page 3 for details.


March 13, 20149:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale LaneLittle Rock, AR

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March 14, 20148:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Crowne Plaza201 S. Shackleford Rd

Little Rock, ARHotel Reservations:

Crowne Plaza, 800-939-4249

program planners:Cheryl Anderson, Travis Berry

Larry Burks, Jon ComstockJennifer Taylor, Richard Lusby

Janet Moore

Sponsored by: the ArkBar ADR Section

6.0 CLE HOURSIncluding 6.0 CME HOURS

Member Cost*Online by 3/7 $250Mailed/Faxed by 3/7 $270Onsite after 3/7 $285Non-member $320



Join the Arkansas Bar Association and the Arkansas Alternative Dispute Resolution Commission at the Arkansas Alternative Dispute Resolution Conference at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Little Rock. There will be featured speakers and break out sessions, which will allow you to get more personal interaction with the presenters. You will be able to get both CLE and CME hours at this event.

Opening plenary: to infinity and Beyond: the Brave new World of Online dispute ResolutionColin Rule, Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Modria

Break

Break Out Sessionsarbitration: Changes in the law that May Change your practiceLarry W. Burks, Burks ADR, LLCChris Gomlicker, Attorney at Law, and Mediator, Hamlin Dispute Resolution

Challenges and Benefits of using technology in your Mediation practiceColin Rule, Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Modria

Break

plenary: tBa

lunch (provided)

Break Out Sessionsdealing with Complex personal injury & Multi party CasesRick Angel, Angel Law Firm PLLCTravis R. Berry, Wright, Berry, Moore & White, P.A.Ken Cook, Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P. L. L. C.Richard A. Lusby, Womack, Phelps & McNeill, P.A.

using a third party professional in the Mediation processCheryl Fisher Anderson, Attorney/Mediator, Mediated SolutionsErin Day, CPA and Certified Divorce AnalystJanet K. Moore, Attorney/MediatorW. Michael Reif, Dover Dixon & Horne PLLC

Break

Break Out Sessionsattorney track: negotiation in Mediation: Before, during and afterLarry W. Burks, Burks ADR, LLC

Challenges when Mediating with Government Entities or when Board ap-proval is Required to Settle the CaseJon B. Comstock, Comstock Resolution Services, ModeratorMark R. Hayes, General Counsel, Arkansas Municipal LeagueRyan W. Owsley, Arkansas Attorney General's Office

Break

Closing plenary: update on adR developments in arkansasJennifer Leigh Bush, Senior State Personnel Analyst, Office of Personnel Manage-ment, DFATiffany Tackett Kell, Mediation Program Coordinator, UALR Bowen School of Law Mediation ClinicDawn Spragg, Licensed Associate Counsel, Certified Mediator

8:45- 9:45 a.m.

9:45 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.attorney track

Mediator track

11:00 - 11:15 a.m.

11:15 -12:15 p.m.

12:15 - 1:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.attorney track

Mediator track

2:00 - 2:15 p.m.

2:15 - 3:15 p.m.attorney track

Mediator track

3:15 - 3:30 p.m.

3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

altERnativE diSputE RESOlutiOn COnFEREnCE

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CliEnt intakE, CliEnt REtainER aGREEMEntS, and COllECtinG FROM CliEntS

March 20, 201410:00 - 11: 00 a.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

What do you want to learn from your potential client before agreeing to take the case? This session discusses handling cli-ent intake, protecting yourself through re-tainer agreements, collecting payment, and dealing with non-paying clients (that you need). Case law updates regarding retain-ers are also provided.

Speaker:Victor D. Wright III, The Wright Law Firm

1.0 CLE HOUR




april 3, 20141:00 - 4:15 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

Come to this very different CLE where Paul Prater will demonstrate how side-show skill can translate into making you a better trial attorney. This isn't just a lecture, but an interactive workshop, where you will get to put the techniques that are taught into practice. Stay after the presentation for a social event hosted by YLS.

Speaker:Paul A. Prater, Arkansas Bar Association

3.0 CLE HOURS




What thE SidEShOWpERFORMER Can tEaCh thE

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Build yOuR liBRaRywith legal handbooks

from the arkansas Bar association

three new handbooks available:

• Elder Law Desk Manual, 2013 ed.

• Standards for Examination of Real Estate Titles in Arkansas, 2013 ed.

• Workers' Compensation Desk Book, 2013 ed.

For complete list and ordering information and to purchase

print or electronic www.arkbar.com/pages/

Practice_Handbooks.aspx

Arkansas E

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Arkansas W

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april 10-11, 2014Embassy Suites

11301 Financial Centre ParkwayLittle Rock, AR

program planners:Joseph F. Kolb

Annabelle L. Patterson Margaret Long Blissard

Phillip R. PrincipeO.C. “Rusty” Sparks


Member Cost*Online by 3/7 $345Mailed/Faxed by 3/7 $365Onsite after 3/7 $380Non-member $415



Don’t miss the annual Debtor/Creditor Law Section CLE Event. This is an absolute “Can’t miss” event if you are in-volved in debtor/creditor work. There will be case updates, a presentation on unbundling, a panel of bankruptcy judges and plenty more! On Thursday night, there will be a reception at the conclusion of the CLE presentation, giving you time to meet and mingle with your fellow practitioners.

18th annual dEBtOR/CREditOR laW inStitutE

april 10-11, 2014

debtor-Creditor Case law update iJoyce Bradley Babin, Standing Chapter 13 TrusteeJudy Simmons Henry, Wright, Lindsey & Jennings, LLP Judges’ panelHon. Ben T. Barry, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern & Western Districts of ArkansasHon. Audrey R. Evans, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern & Western Districts of ArkansasHon. James G. Mixon, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern & Western Districts of ArkansasHon. Cynthia A. Norton, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Missouri Break notice/due process Jeopardy!Hon. Cynthia A. Norton, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Missouri lunch (provided) negotiating with a Chapter 7 trusteeSpeaker TBA

limited Service Representation Contracts or unbundling of attorney Fees in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases; Some practical and Ethical ConsiderationsHon. Richard D. Taylor, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern & Western Districts of ArkansasO.C. “Rusty” Sparks, O.C. Rusty Sparks, PA Break Enforceability of ipso Facto Clauses in BankruptcyHon. Ben T. Barry, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern & Western Districts of Arkansas Recovering attorney Fees and Bankruptcy litigationSpeaker TBA Reception

debtor-Creditor Case law update iiJoyce Bradley Babin, Standing Chapter 13 TrusteeJudy Simmons Henry, Wright, Lindsey & Jennings, LLP understanding and Making use of a Chapter 13 trustee “printout”Speaker TBA

Break Ethics hot topics (Or, people Behaving Badly—unbundling, Ghostwriting, disclosures, Sanctions & More)Hon. Cynthia A. Norton, U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the Western District of Missouri

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 -10:45 a.m.

10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

11:45 - 1:00 p.m.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.

3:15 - 4:00 p.m.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

10:30 - 10:45 a.m.

10:45- 11:45 a.m.

april 10

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Elements of a Construction ClaimJack East III, Attorney at LawDavid M. Powell, Williams & Anderson, PLCJohn Dewey Watson, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Inc.

proof of damagesRichard C. Downing, James, House & Downing, P.A.Cyril Hollingsworth, Dover Dixon & Horne

Break

damages peculiar to Bonds and liensJunius Bracy Cross, Jr., Cross Law Firm

Contractual Modifications to address damages issuesDennis Zolper, Attorney at Law

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

2:00 - 3:00 p.m.

3:00 - 3:15 p.m.

3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

3:45 -4:15 p.m.

Join us at the Arkansas Bar Center for a three hour CLE that will address the issues of damages in the context of construction cases. Not only will you be able to attend live, but the event will also be streaming over the inter-net for those who would like to attend remotely.

COnStRuCtiOn laW

april 10, 2014

program planner:David Grace

3.0 CLE HOURS



Register at the door after April 3, 2014

april 10, 20141:00 - 4:15 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

ROCk StaRS: a hOtBEd OF illEGal aCtivity

april 11, 20142:00 - 4:15 p.m.Flying Saucer323 President Clinton Ave., Little Rock

In this fun CLE David Bailey will walk us through several rock videos. In these videos he will point out all of the potential legal issues that are raised. He will also provide tips and techniques for handling these issues should one of your clients decide to emulate the stars in these videos.

Speaker:David Allen Bailey, Bailey Law Firm

2.0 CLE HOURS




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diGital FOREnSiCS: dECOdinG thE hiddEn inFORMatiOn

april 18, 20149:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

The first two hours of this course will provide an overview of digital forensics concepts, case examples and terminology. Attorneys will learn the basic information needed to understand the process of computer forensics, cell phone forensics, the subdisciplines of digital forensics such as GPS forensics and cellular tracking, and the proper methods for seizure and search of electronic evidence. The third hour of this course will take a more in-depth look at the realities of cell phone forensics, the basics of how cell phones record and store data, and what information can be recovered and when it can be recovered from a cell phone. Attorneys will learn about the process-es and procedures used to collect cell phone evidence, and how cell phone evi-dence is used in cases and how it can be challenged.

Speaker:Larry Daniel, Guardian Digital Forensics

3.0 CLE HOURS




May 2, 20149:00 - 11:15 a.m.Arkansas Bar Center2224 Cottondale Lane, Little Rock

When a client comes to you to set up a business entity, there are some things you should know. You need to know the function of each of these entities, what they do and how to properly form them. Then, you can advise your client on how to proceed. Learn how to better serve your clients.

Speaker:Anthony A. Hilliard, Ramsay, Bridgforth, Robinson and Raley LLP

2.0 CLE HOURS




May 8-9, 2014Inn of the Ozarks207 W. Van BurenEureka Springs, ARInn of the Ozarks at 1-800-814-8307.The Arkansas Bar Association has negotiated a special price on rooms.

Take the opportunity to get away from the office and join us in beautiful Eureka Springs, Arkansas, for the 18th Annual Environmental Law Conference. This day and a half conference will provide you with updates and relevant information. We will also have a reception on Thursday night to provide time to mix and mingle with other environmental attorneys.

Check the website at www.arkbar.com for a detailed schedule.

program planner:Chad Wood

Sponsored by: the ArkBar Environmental Law Section




Register at the door after May 2, 2014

C-CORpS, S-CORpS, llCS. What'S BESt FOR My CliEnt?

18th annual EnviROnMEntal laW

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May

Welcome and introduction

litigating Federal Crop insurance disputes: Overview and discussion of important practical pointers and pitfallsJ. Grant Ballard, Banks Law Firm PLLC

Break

agricultural leases for Mid-South Farmers, lenders, and landlordsWilliam C. Bridgforth, Ramsay, Bridgforth, Robinson and Raley LLPJames Calman McCastlain, Dover Dixon & Horne PLLCJ. Travis Baxter, Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, P.L.L.C.

lunch (provided)

the Gulf dead Zone and Gulf Restoration v. Epa: What it Means for agriculture in the Mississippi River BasinJohn Milner, Brunini, Grantham, Grower & Hewes, PLLC

hot topics in invasive Species Management: lacey act Reform, Biofuels, and MoreStephanie Showalter Otts, Director, National Sea Grant Law Center

Break

Food Security: technology and EthicsDrew L. Kershen, Earl Sneed Centennial Professor of Law, The University of Oklahoma College of Law

nuisance lawsuits and Right-to-Farm laws for Mid-South agriculture and aquacultureRusty Rumley, Senior Staff Attorney, National Agricultural Law Center

8:45 - 9:00 a.m.

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

10:00 - 10:15 a.m.

10:15 - 11:45 a.m.

11:45 - 12:15 p.m.

12:15 - 1:15 p.m.

1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

2:15 - 2:30 p.m.

2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

3:30 - 4:00 p.m.

The Arkansas Bar Association, the National Agricultural Law Center at the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and the National Sea Grant Law Center bring you the first annual Agricultural Law Conference. Come and learn from some of the top experts

in the country with a mix of solo speakers and panels.

1st annual Mid-SOuth aGRiCultuRal &

EnviROnMEntal laW COnFEREnCE

May 16, 2014

program planners:Harrison M. Pittman, J. Travis Baxter, Rusty Rumley, Stephanie Showalter Otts

hosted by: the ArkBar Agricultural Law Section, the Nat'l Ag Law Center and the Nat'l Sea Grant Law Center




Register at the door after May 9, 2014

May 16, 2014Harrah's Casino13615 Old Highway 61 NorthTunica, MSHotel Reservations: Harrahs, 800-223-7277Reserve Room by April 15, 2014 and use block room rate S05UML4

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116th annual Meeting

June 11-14, 2014hot Springs

BESt OF ClE - littlE ROCkJunE 23-27, 2014

BESt OF ClE - nORthWEStJunE 26-27, 2014

The Arkansas Bar Association Annual Meeting is the largest legal event in Arkansas. Over four days, attorneys will come together for continuing legal education, receptions, award ceremonies, and entertainment. From traditional social events and receptions to cutting edge CLE, the ArkBar Annual Meeting is the place to be in June.

In June 2014, we will be Digging Deeper into Technology and Law. This meeting will focus on technology and its effect on the law. CLE Program highlights include:

• Plenary Speaker: Mark O'Mara - Lead Defense Attorney for George Zimmerman

• ABOTA - Masters in Trial• Various Tracks: Appellate, Criminal Law, Family Law,

Intellectual Property, and Privacy Law

Don't miss out on the celebration! With a reception every afternoon, you will have an opportunity to mingle with friends and colleagues from across the state.

Go to http://ace.arkbar.com/AnnualMeeting/Home for more details.

BESt OF ClE 2014 - Searching for those last-minute CLE hours? The Arkansas Bar Association has the solution to your problem at the Best of CLE. Held in both Little Rock and Springdale with twelve or more hours of CLE available in each location.

Searching for last minute CLE?

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January 3 Health Care Reform in 2014: What Transactional Lawyers Need to Know January 7 Estate Planning in 2014: A Look ForwardJanuary 8 Ground Leases: Structuring and Drafting IssuesJanuary 9 2014 Nonprofit Law/Exempt Organizations UpdateJanuary 14 BYOD: Bring Your Own Device to Work—Employment Law Issues in the WorkplaceJanuary 15 Planning with Family Limited Partnerships/ Family LLCs, Part 1January 16 Planning with Family Limited Partnerships/ Family LLCs, Part 2January 17 Ethical Issues for Business AttorneysJanuary 21 Piercing the Entity Veil: Individual Liability for Business ActsJanuary 22 Fixing Trusts: Techniques to Alter a Trust When Circumstances Have ChangedJanuary 23 Drafting Guaranties in Real Estate TransactionsJanuary 27 Attorney Ethics and ADRJanuary 28 Buyouts in Closely Held Companies—Triggers, Methods & ValuationJanuary 29 Planning to Avoid ProbateJanuary 30 Estate Planning for Personal ResidencesJanuary 31 Attorney Ethics and Digital CommunicationsFebruary 3 UCC 9: Fixtures, Liens, Foreclosures & RemediesFebruary 4 2014 Ethics Update, Part 1

CYbER CLE -ONE hOuR wEbINARS

Webinars are a great way to earn an hour or more of CLE at your convenience. All you need is a phone and a com-

puter with an internet connection. You can also go mobile and listen on your iPad. The materials and Powerpoints are

provided over the internet. You can stay up to date on changes in the law that may affect your practice or you may want

to learn about another area of law. You can do it all with webinars offered by the Arkansas Bar Association. All webinars

are live and meet all requirements for CLE credit in Arkansas.

CyBER ClE - OnE-hOuR WEBinaRS

noon - 1:00 p.m.www.arkbar.comRegistration is online only.

Member Cost $95Non-member $165

Members must login first atwww.arkbar.com before registering

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