BAR BLAST – February 18th, 2014

Pro Hac Vice Online Submission

The West Virginia State Bars Unlawful Practice of Law Committee is pleased to announce the new online system for Pro Hac Vice submissions. Starting February 18, 2014, all Pro Hac Vice Admission requests should be directed towww.mywvbar.org/phvad .

The new system will allow payment of filing fees on line and will expedite the submission process significantly. Paper submission will still be accepted, however online submissions are encouraged.

For general questions: Cheryl Petty –  membership@wvbar.org 

For technical questions: Mike Mellace – mellacem@wvbar.org

For substantive questions: Executive Director, Anita Casey –caseya@wvbar.org

L.E.O. Approved by the Lawyer Disciplinary Board

Moot Court Judges Needed

The National Energy and Sustainability Moot Court Competition at WVU Law is looking for volunteer judges.

The event takes place on March 27-29th. 

More information

Legal Fellows Opportunities with US Attorney’s Office, NDWV

On Monday, February 24 at Noon at the WVU College of Law, Bill Ihlenfeld, the US Attorney for the Northern District, will be speaking about opportunities within his office through a Legal Fellows Program, as well as opportunities for part-time work as a Special Assistant US Attorney.  All positions are unpaid, but provide invaluable litigation experience, and can serve as transition period between law school and full-time practice, or assist those who are re-entering the profession.  This session is aimed at providing general information, and will be an opportunity for those in attendance to learn more about the US Attorney’s office.  Questions?  Contact Assistant Dean for Career Services – Amber Brugnoli at  amber.brugnoli@mail.wvu.edu.

Host: WVCLE

Host: WVCLE

Host: WV State Bar
This event has been approved for 6 hours of MCLE including 3 hours of ethics/law office technology. Details coming soon.

Host: WV State Bar Probate Law Committee & WV Bankers Association

The Mountain State Bar Association has a great line up of speakers offering a total of six (6) MCLE hours including two (2) ethic hours. Contact Attorney Dwight Staples for information 304-523-5732. Click here for the event brochure

June 17-18, 2014  – UPDATED!

Host: WV State Bar ADR Comittee

Registration will open this spring, when information will be posted on  www.wvcip.com.

Host: WV State Bar ADR Comittee