The 2021 Alabama State Bar Election will be held May 17-21, 2021. The deadline to qualify as a candidate for the Board of Bar Commissioners is Friday, April 30, 2021. The notice of election, including all seats up for election in 2021, election rules, and candidate qualifying forms are available at https://www.alabar.org/about/board-of-bar-commissioners/election-information/.
ASB ATTORNEY POSITION OPENING: Community Clinic Coordinator, Volunteer Lawyers Program
The Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program (VLP) seeks a motivated, well-organized attorney to coordinate pro bono activities. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a vital difference in low-income and disadvantaged communities while working closely with staff and volunteer attorneys performing exciting legal work. This is a full-time, salaried position which encompasses, but is not limited to, program management, case management, attorney recruitment and community outreach. You can find the full job description and application information here.
Registration Is Now Open for 144th Annual Meeting
Join your colleagues and friends at the 144th Annual Meeting of the Alabama State Bar July 14-17, 2021, at the Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa in Point Clear, Alabama!
To register, log in to your member dashboard. Once you are logged in, you’ll see “Annual Meeting Registration” on the Dashboard Navigation on the left side of the page.
You will book hotel reservations directly with the Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa. Once you complete your online meeting registration, you will receive the hotel reservation link. Be sure to ask for our group rate!
You can find information about sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities here. Bookmark our Annual Meeting webpage for more details.
Young Lawyers Section Orange Beach CLE
The Alabama State Bar Young Lawyers Section is hosting its annual Orange Beach CLE on May 20-22, 2021 at the Perdido Beach Resort. Social Events include a welcome reception, a cocktail party, a golf tournament, and a beach party. Face coverings will be required during inside events and all social activities will take place outdoors.
This course is pending approval by the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Committee of Alabama for a maximum of 6 hours credit, including 1.0 hours of ethics.
The Supreme Court of Alabama has issued an Order regarding changes to Rule 23(c)(1), Rule 23(c)(2), and Rule 23(e) of the Alabama Rules of Civil Procedure. You can read the full Order here.
Join the #ASBLawFirmChallenge
We hope that you will join the Law Firm Challenge in celebration of the 30th Anniversary of the Alabama State Bar Volunteer Lawyers Program! Please certify that you have completed the challenge by Oct. 1, 2021, to be recognized as a 2021 Pro Bono Partner
Click here to view the Supreme Court of Alabama decisions and opinions from Apr. 2
Click here to view the Criminal Appeals decisions and opinions from Apr. 2
Click here to view the Civil Appeals decisions and opinions from Apr. 2
The Supreme Court of Alabama with hold Oral Arguments May 5, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Review the docket here.
Wellness Corner: Boosting Your Mood with New Fitness Trends
The Alabama State Bar’s Quality of Life, Health and Wellness Task Force is working to make lawyer well-being a top priority. Members of the Task Force write monthly health and wellness articles. This month, EffieHawthorne, Associate General Counsel at the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, penned an article full of tips for boosting your mood and getting fit on trend. You can read that and other articles from the Task Force here.
Upcoming Online CLEs
Free Virtual CLE Series: Basics of Filing in State & Federal Courts
Join the Alabama State Bar and the Solo and Small Firm Section for this series, which will be held on Zoom. You'll need to register individually for each one. Learn the basics of filing in each court, while getting an inside look from the Clerks of Court.
Each program has been approved for 1.0 MCLE credit.
Filing in U.S. District Court
Tuesday, Apr. 6 | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Filing in the Supreme Court of Alabama
Tuesday, Apr. 13 | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Bankruptcy Assistance Program to host CLE for South Alabama
For more information contact Hilaire Armstrong, Alabama Bankruptcy Assistance Program Coordinator.
#LegalHumor of the Week
Features from the Bar
Featured Member Benefit: Fastcase
Need to search the same jurisdiction again? With your free access to Fastcase, your jurisdiction history is saved so you can search it again with ease!
You can find support and video tutorials anytime at this link!
#MoreThanALawyer Featuring Judge Ruth Ann Hall
Friday’s #MoreThanALawyer featured Judge Ruth Ann Hall, the Presiding Circuit Judge for the 23rd Judicial Circuit. Share your story or nominate a fellow attorney today! We love to highlight outstanding attorneys. View Judge Hall's feature here!
Register Now for the Annual Legal Food Frenzy!
The Alabama Legal Food Frenzy kicks off on Apr. 20, 2021! Lawyers across the state are already pledging their support by registering their firms to participate. You can join the cause and register today!
License plate pre-commitment forms now available!
Have you filled out your pre-commitment form yet for the new Lawyers Render Service license plate? Learn more or apply for your #licensetoheal today!
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Alabama State Bar
P.O Box 671
415 Dexter Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-1515
(800) 354-6154 Toll Free
The Alabama State Bar only sends email to its members on activities or events directly connected to the ASB, ASB's committees or sections, Alabama Supreme Court or Administrative Office of Courts. You can control the types of emails you receive from the ASB by logging onto www.alabar.org and changing your preferences.
