What: Conflict Resolution How to get along with anyone… including opposing counsel – by Michael Duane Brown
When: Tuesday, June 11, 2013 from noon until 1:00 pm.

Where: Judge James’s Courtroom
Bring your own brown bag lunch.

MCBA members earn a free CLE credit.*
Non-members an additional $10.00 at the door, cash or check made payable to MCBA.

RSVP to michelle@thesalemlawyer.com

Save the date for the next Brown Bag CLE:
July 9, 2013 topic Hidden Copyright Issues: Discovering Copyright Law in General Transactions – Jeffrey Marlink

*Credit pending

For those contemplating a career on the bench to those who appear in front of the bench, this discussion will offer attendees an opportunity to ask questions in an informal and friendly atmosphere. Please join us as our honorable guests from the Marion County Court share their stories and thoughts. Liani Reeves, of the Office of the Governor, will also be on hand to to provide insights into the appointment process. This program is sponsored by the Mary Leonard Law Society, Courthouse Connections, the Marion County Bar Association, and the OWLS Judicial Workgroup.

This program will be preceded by the Mary Leonard Law Society general elections for the 2013-2014 Board Term.

There are several openings on the MLLS board, and we encourage any MLLS members who are interested in filling a position or who have questions about board membership to email us at maryleonardlawsociety@gmail.com.

Serving on the MLLS board is a great way to network, to get involved in the Salem area legal community, and to promote the MLLS mission of transforming the practice of law and ensuring justice and equality by advancing women and minorities in the legal profession. MLLS offers monthly meetings from September through May each year. Meetings feature presentations by guest speakers, CLEs, social gatherings, and volunteer opportunities. The MLLS board also meets once a month from September through May. Both general meetings and board meetings are typically held on weekdays over the noon hour.

To RSVP, contact maryleonardlawsociety@gmail.com

Understanding Your PLF Coverage

 With guest panelists:
Emilee Preble – Lead Underwriter & Staff Attorney | PLF
Jeff Crawford – Director of Administration | PLF
Matt Borrillo – Claims Attorney | PLF

Thursday, May 9 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Marion County Courthouse, 5^th Floor Jury Room

1.5 CLE credits pending

Questions? Contact maryleonardlawsociety@gmail.com

Visit:  www.maryleonardlawsociety.org
for more information about this or other Courthouse Connections events

Val Sloper Memorial Golf Tournament
September 13, 2013, 1:00 p.m.
Creekside Golf Course

MCBA Holiday Party
December 6, 2013, 4:30 p.m.
Mission Mills

Annual Awards Dinner
January 23, 2014, 5:30 p.m.
Illahe Hills Country Club

Contact Shannon Snow with questions:
Shannon Snow
Saucy & Saucy, P.C.
475 Cottage Street NE, Suite 120
Salem, Oregon 97301
(503) 362-9330
Shannon@YourAtty.com

Monte Carlo Casino Night & Silent Auction

To benefit Liberty House & Mid-Valley Women’s Crisis Service

Friday, April 19, 2013   |   6:30 – 10:00 p.m.

Creekside Golf Club, 6250 Clubhouse Drive, Salem

Admission Prices
Early Bird (ends April 7, 2013): $30 for one or $50 for two
Regular Admission: $40 for one or $70 for two
Law Student & Modest Incomes: $20 for one

 Tickets can be purchased at the MLLS website (www.maryleonardlawsociety.org), or by sending an RSVP email to maryleonardlawsociety@gmail.com and a check to Mary Leonard Law Society, PO Box 773 Salem OR 97308.

Please visit maryleonardlawsociety.org for more information!

Join us for an evening of fun and casino games including:
blackjack, poker, and roulette with professional dealers.
Silent auction will be held throughout the evening.
Hors d’oeuvres provided, local wine and beer available for purchase.

 Thank you to our generous sponsors:

 Entertainment Sponsor:
Saalfeld Griggs PC

Table Sponsors:
Heltzel Williams Yandell Roth Smith Petersen & Lush PC
Marion County Bar Association
Willamette Valley Bank
Gatti Gatti Maier Sayer Thayer Smith and Associates
Harrang Long Gary Rudnick P.C. Attorneys at Law
Willamette Valley American Inns of Court

 Additional Support:
Law Office of Gordon L. Dick

MLLS is also seeking wine donations for our wine auction. Please consider donating of bottle of wine with a retail value of at least $15. Your auction item donation is tax deductible because 100 percent of silent auction proceeds go to Mid-Valley Women’s Crisis Service. Interested in donating a bottle of wine or other auction item for the event? Please contact Erin Dawson at erinndawson@gmail.com.

Marion County Bar Association

Brown Bag CLE Series

What:    Real Estate Transactions and the importance of title searches ~ for the General Practitioner by Dee Collins at First American Title Company

When:   Tuesday, April 9, 2013 from noon until 1:00 pm.

Where:  Judge James’s Courtroom

Bring your own brown bag lunch.

MCBA members earn a free* CLE credit.

Non-members an additional $10.00 at the door, cash or check made payable to MCBA.

RSVP to michelle@thesalemlawyer.com

Save the date for the next Brown Bag CLE:  June 11, 2013 topic TBA

Light snacks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

 All individuals who have an active key card which allows them access to any of  the Marion County Court Facilities other than through front door security must swipe their card.

This means even if you are entering with another person,
each person must swipe their own card. 

The system will recognize the card even if the door is not closed.

Please join us for Willamette University Public Interest Law Project’s
21st Annual Bid for Justice
The Bid for Justice raises funds for public interest student fellowships.
Friday March 15, 6:00pm
Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill (Mission Mill)

These fellowships allow our students to give back to not only their community, but the community at large, providing assistance to those who may not have access to justice. These students truly are catalysts of change thanks to the support of our donors and attendees.

This year’s Bid for Justice will truly be a night to remember. Hosting both a silent and live auction, delicious food, a dessert auction, and live music and entertainment.

Tickets may be purchased online. Please contact Yazmin Wadia if you have any questions at ywadia@willamette.edu

We are still accepting silent and live auction donation, and all of your in-kind contributions are tax-deductible!
If you would like to donate, please contact Michael Sullivan, mcsulliv@willamette.edu.

Thank you for supporting The Project!