West Virginia State Bar

Login/Create Account

Membership Directory Search
MENUMENU
  • Home
  • About Us
        • State Bar Districts
        • County Bar Associations
        • Constitution, Bylaws and Rules and Regulations
        • Board of Governors
        • Young Lawyer Section
        • State Bar Past Presidents
        • Staff
        • Contact Us
        • Privacy Policy
  • Committees
        • Boards
          • Board of Governors
          • Young Lawyer Board
          • WVJLAP Board of Directors
        • Bar Committees
          • Committee Resources
          • Upcoming Committee Meetings
        • Young Lawyer Section
        • Meeting & Travel Reimbursement
  • For Attorneys
        • Membership Information >
          • Bar ID Card
          • Certificate of Good Standing
          • Fee Schedule
          • Membership Fee Guidelines
          • Members Login
          • Membership Reporting & Fees 2024-25
          • Status Change
          • Succession Plan
        • CLE
        • LC’s, LLP’s & PLLC Organizations
        • IOLTA
        • Member Benefits >
          • ABA Retirement Fund
          • ALPS Attorney Match
          • ALPS Legal Malpractice Insurance
          • Bar ID Card
          • Clio
          • vLex Fastcase
          • LawPay – Credit Card Processing
          • National Purchasing Partners (NPP)
        • Career Services
        • Volunteer Opportunities >
          • Bar Committees
          • Tuesday Legal Connect ☎
          • West Virginia Free Legal Answers Lawyer Registration
        • Become a Mediator
        • More Than A Lawyer
        • Cyber Threats
        • Membership Directory
        • In Memory Of…
        • Voluntary Fee Dispute Resolution Program
        • Members Login
        • Fastcase Login
        • "Suggested protocols for execution of wills during the pandemic” by the Probate Committee
        • Judicial & Lawyer Assistance Program
        • 2024-2025 WVSB Budget Overview
        • Strategic Plan
        • E-Filing Training Seminar
  • For The Public
        • Get Legal Help >
          • Lawyer Referral Service
          • Tuesday Legal Connect ☎
          • Veterans Legal Assistance
          • West Virginia Free Legal Answers
        • COVID-19: Help for West Virginians
        • Public Programs >
          • Lawyers Fund for Client Protection
          • Mediator Search
          • Voluntary Fee Dispute Program
        • Lawyers Helping Students Search
        • Unlawful Practice of Law >
          • Advisory Opinions
          • By-Laws Regarding Unlawful Practice of Law
          • Complaint Form
          • Definition of the Practice of Law
          • Reporting of Possible Unlawful Practice of Law
          • Rules for Admission to Practice in WV
          • Basic Guidelines on the Unauthorized Practice of Law in Probate Administration
        • Membership Directory Search
          • PDF Directory
        • Courthouse & County Information
        • Advertise With Us
        • FOIA Requests
        • Medical Power of Attorney & Living Will Forms – Statutorily Approved
        • File a Complaint
  • Events
  • News
  • Publications
  • Pro Hac Vice
  • CLE
  • Mobile App
  • Related Links
News > News > Bar Blast > Bar Blast – December 8, 2020

Bar Blast – December 8, 2020

December 8, 2020 By

 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
December 8, 2020
 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
December 8, 2020
 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
December 8, 2020
 
December 8, 2020
 
December 8, 2020
 
 
‌
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
‌
 
TOYS FOR TOTS
FINAL URGENT NEED REQUEST
 
2020 has been a challenging year for all of us. Because of these difficult times, the annual toy drive is facing a substantial decline in donations (toys and monetary) and is seeing an increase in need this year. For the businesses that have toy donation boxes, thank you for your support and generosity, the pick-up date is December 10. If you have not made a donation and wish to do so, the State Bar’s Veteran and Military Affairs Committee now appeals to you to make a donation by December 10. If you would like to make a donation after the 10th, please contact Anita Casey at 304-546-7915 to arrange another pick-up or drop-off time.   
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
Free CLE Seminars:
19 seminars for a total of 39 online A/V credits are available if you watch all of the seminars.  Click here to see complete list of available recorded CLE credits
 
In Memory of … 2020-2021
Career Services
Lawyer Referral Service
Membership Directory
Membership Portal Login
The WV Lawyer
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
Quick Links
 
 
WV STATE BAR OFFICE ACCESS DURING COVID-19
 
The Bar Center will remain closed through the end of the year for all in-person access. Bar staff will remain available, via telephone or email, during normal operating hours to answer questions. The Bar can be reached by calling 304-553-7220.
 
 
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
News
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
TUESDAY LEGAL CONNECT
The State Bar is in need of volunteer attorneys on Tuesday evenings, during January 2021, to field legal questions from the public as part of the “Tuesday Legal Connect” program. Volunteers from anywhere in the state can now work remotely from their home, office, etc. All the volunteer needs is a telephone and computer/tablet etc. If you would be interested in helping in December, please email David Frercks as soon as possible.
 
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Position Open for Commissioner of
WV Legislative Claims Commission
The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the position of Commissioner of the Legislative Claims Commission. The State Bar Board of Governors will nominate three (3) lawyers and will submit these names to the Speaker of the House and the President of the Senate for appointment to the Claims Commission. The term is for six (6) years. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience as a licensed attorney is required. A full description of qualifications can be found in W.Va. Code Section 14-2-4 and 14-2-10, and compensation is provided for in W. Va. Code Section 14-2-8. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Compensation Fund. The main offices of the Claims Commission are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings. Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. 
 
If you qualify for appointment, and would like to be considered for nomination, please send your letter of interest and resume, with all supporting information and letters of reference – in one packet – to Anita R. Casey, Executive Director, The West Virginia State Bar, 2000 Deitrick Blvd., Charleston, WV 25311 or caseya@wvbar.org. Nominations must be received, via email or regular mail with a Receipt/Postmark date/time of no later than 11:59 p.m., December 30, 2020.
 
Events
 
Events
 
Events
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
December 16, 2020
CYBERSECURITY: State of Cybersecurity in Legal
 
Host: The West Virginia Bar Association
CLE: 1.2 credits in WV and 1 applied for hour in Ohio
Cost: Free for WV Bar Association members and $10 for non-members
Time: 12:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Online Zoom
Speaker: Joseph Raczynski, Thomas Reuters
Click here for more information
Register at the following link:
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehfduv4x073c84db&llr=5rzfel6ab&showPage=true
or contact Tessa White at director@wvbarassociation.org.  
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – JANUARY 19, 2021 Webinar
Securing Law Practice Technology and Reporting CLE
 
Host: WV State Bar
CLE: 3 credits in Law Office Management
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST
Location: Live Zoom
Speakers/Topics: 
  • Danielle Cox, WV Office of Technology
  • Todd Sexton, Identillect
  • Angela Volk/Michael Mellace, WV State Bar
 
The webinar will focus on technology issues including how to keep your firm/office cyber secure, encrypting email, and how to report CLE. You and your employees are encouraged to attend the live webinar. Because Zoom capacity is limited, the Bar requests that attendees participate as a social-distance group rather than individually.  
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
SAVE THE DATE – MAY 14-16, 2021
The 2021 WVJLAP Annual Conference & Retreat
 
Location:  Stonewall Resort, Roanoke, WV
 
More information and registration coming soon. 
 
 
CLE Announcements
 
CLE Announcements
 
CLE Announcements
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
Extension of the Bridge the Gap Requirement
Attorneys admitted to the WV State Bar between May 1, 2019, and December 31, 2020 have been granted a one-year extension of time to complete mandatory the Bridge-the-Gap Program.
This extension is in addition to the one-year extension previously granted by the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia to those admitted between July 1, 2018, and April 30, 2019. A determination was made that additional attorneys were adversely affected by the cancellation of the Bridge-the-Gap program scheduled in April 2020 due to COVID.
Click here to see the Order of the Court
 
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.
 
The West Virginia State Bar
www.wvbar.org
Facebook ‌ Twitter ‌ LinkedIn ‌
 
*You are receiving this email because you have elected to receive the Bar-Blast from the WV State Bar. To change you email address or manage your email subscriptions, you must log into the Membership Portal at mywvbar.org. This mailing list is updated weekly.

Filed Under: Bar Blast

News

Special Message from the Executive Director of the North Carolina State Bar

2025 Interest Rate on Judgments and Decrees

Click Here for More News

SEARCH

PUBLICATIONS

Bar Blast Newsletter

Bar Blast – May 6, 2025

Bar Blast – April 29, 2025

Bar Blast – April 22, 2025

Bar Blast – April 15, 2025

Bar Blast – April 8, 2025

Bar Blast – April 1, 2025

Bar Blast – March 25, 2025

Bar Blast – March 18, 2025

More

This message is only visible to admins.
Problem displaying Facebook posts.
Click to show error
Error: Server configuration issue
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Related Links

  • American Bar Association
  • Legal Aid of West Virginia
  • Public Defender Services
  • State Bar Young Lawyer Section
  • Supreme Court of Appeals of WV
  • US Bankruptcy – NDWV
  • US Bankruptcy – SDWV
  • US Court of Appeals-4th Circuit
  • US District Court – NDWV
  • US District Court – SDWV
  • WV Attorney General
  • WV Bar Foundation
  • WV Board of Law Examiners
  • WV Continuing Legal Education
  • WV Judicial & Lawyer Assistance Program
  • WV Office of Disciplinary Counsel
  • WVU College of Law

The West Virginia State Bar | 2000 Deitrick Boulevard, Charleston, WV 25311-1231

Phone 304-553-7220 | Toll Free 866-989-8227

Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | All Contents ©