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    • 10 Jun 2024
    • 09 Jun 2025
    • ON DEMAND

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    ChatOMG The Ethical Pros and Cons of Using AI

    ChatGPT and other AI generative language models are changing the way that we do business and practice law. And while AI will not replace the need for lawyers in the foreseeable future, it will drastically change how lawyers go about plying their craft.

    In this forward-looking webinar, legal humorist Sean Carter will give you a sneak preview of the ethical pros and cons of utilizing this game-changing technology.

    Presented By: Sean Carter, Mesa CLE
    1.0 Hour of E&P in Kansas 

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND WATCH!

    $40 for TBA Members 
    $60 for NonMembers 

    This program is only available for CLE credit from 6-10-24 to 6-9-25

    • 24 Sep 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Appellate E-Filing Essentials: Navigating the Latest Updates

    Date: Tuesday, September 24
    Noon Via Zoom

    Presenters: Sarah Reichart, Director Supreme Court of Appeals

    and Chelsey Langland 

    What’s new in appellate e-filing? This informative CLE will provide background information on Judicial Branch cyber improvements and updates on Odyssey implementation. We’ll do a deep dive on the E-Court Rules, focusing on 23 and 24(b) and (f). Then we’ll highlight new features in appellate e-filing, focusing on filing tips that will get your filing before the court as smoothly as possible and keep you from breaking the rules. Finally, we’ll link available resources you can access at any time if you have questions.


    Sponsored By:

    Free for TBA Members!

    • 02 Oct 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    The Mediation Advocates Checklist


    Date: Wednesday, October 2
    Noon via Zoom

    Presenter: Jerry Palmer

    A discussion of the steps and considerations in preparing for and advocating in the context of mediation. When is it the right time to mediate? Who should I choose to mediate with? Which is the best forum for mediation? What should I put in the mediation brief, and should I share parts? When should I send it? How should I prepare my client for mediation? How much do I want to do in a joint session versus in caucus? What are the non-monetary terms? Making demands and offers considerations and techniques? Inking the deal-who controls the pen? and other considerations.

    Approved for 1 hour CLE in KS

    • TBA Member Standard Registration $10
    • Non-Credit Seeking/ Law Student- Free
    • Non-Member $40

    Sponsored By

    • 10 Oct 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Shawnee County Courthouse
    Register

    The TBA Criminal Law Committee 


    Thursday,

    October 10, 2024

    12:00 PM- 1:00 PM


    IN PERSON 

    at Shawnee County Courthouse

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87393260258

    Meeting ID: 873 9326 0258

    • 11 Oct 2024
    • 11:00 AM
    • Cypress Ridge Golf Course
    Register

    2024 Young Lawyers Division
    Fall Golf Tournament

    Friday, October 11, 2024

    Cypress Ridge Golf Course

     CLE 11:00-Noon 

    Lunch 12-1:00 PM

    Shotgun Start at 1:00 PM


    Join us for a fun-filled day at this year's YLD Golf Tournament!

    We're excited to encourage more networking by opening teams to include two non-attorneys/ law professionals.


    The day kicks off with a CLE, followed by lunch and 18 holes of golf. Don’t forget about the awesome raffle prizes! Purchase your tickets on the website to have your tickets filled out on your behalf. Also, remember the bogey rule is in effect to help with the pace of play.


    See you there!

    Teeing Up Ethics: Mastering Kansas Rules of Professional Conduct

    This CLE program covers:

    • Rule 1: Competence, Scope, and Diligence
      Fundamentals of competent representation, service scope, and diligence.

    • Rule 2: Conflicts of Interest
      Techniques for managing conflicts and maintaining ethical standards.

    • Rule 5: Supervisory Responsibilities
      Ethical duties of supervising attorneys and ensuring compliance.

    Led by Jackie Hanzok, Assistant Public Defender and 2024 Topeka Bar Association Outstanding Young Lawyer, with support from the Office of the Disciplinary Administrator. 

    • 24 Oct 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register


    Join us for an upcoming Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinar hosted by the Topeka Bar Association!

    Date: Thursday, October 24

    Presenter: Larry Zimmerman

    Stay tuned for more details on registration and the final webinar schedule. This event promises to be an enriching opportunity for legal professionals in our community.

    We look forward to your participation!


    • 06 Nov 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom


    Join us for an upcoming Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinar hosted by the Topeka Bar Association!

    Date: Wednesday, November 6

    Presenter: Kerrie Lonard | Acting Kansas Child Advocate

    Stay tuned for more details on registration and the final webinar schedule. This event promises to be an enriching opportunity for legal professionals in our community.

    We look forward to your participation!


    • 14 Nov 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Kansas Bar Association
    Register

    TBA FAMILY LAW COMMITTEE MEETING

    Thursday, November 14, 2024

    Noon-1:00 p.m.

    Kansas Bar Association

    1200 SW Harrison


    Please RSVP if you will attend so we have a good headcount for food.

    • 21 Nov 2024
    • 12:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Chat GPT/ Artificial Intelligence CLE Webinar

      November 21, 2024 

      Noon- 1:00pm

      via Zoom

      ChatGPT was introduced November 30, 2022. This anniversary presentation will include a “year in review” perspective.

      Presenter- Hon. Rachel Pickering, Kansas Court of Appeals

      $20 for TBA Members

      $40 for Non-Members

      • 22 Nov 2024
      • 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
      • Cedar Lawn Farm 12741 SW K4 Hwy. Topeka KS 66610
      Register

      Annual Topeka Bar Association

      Turkey Shoot

      Friday, November 22, 2024

      Cedar Lawn Farm

      We are excited to announce that our beloved tradition, the TBA Turkey Shoot, will have a new home this year! The event will be held at Cedar Lawn Farm, located at 12741 SW K4 Hwy.

      This move comes as a result of Creekside at Berryton closing. We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge and thank Creekside at Berryton for being a wonderful host for our event over the past years.

      We are eager to welcome back the antique cars, which have always added a touch of nostalgia and charm to our event. Additionally, we continue to encourage everyone to bring a canned food item for donation, as your contributions make a significant difference to those in need in our community.

      We encourage everyone to join us for this special event and continue the tradition in our new venue.

      Looking forward to seeing you all there!

      Event Sponsor- $400

      Target Sponsor- Cooper Law Office

      Food Sponsor- $200

      Drink Sponsor- $200

      Dessert Sponsor- Morris Laing Law Firm

      Beer Sponsor- $200

      Antique Car Sponsor- Beck and Gunn


      The TBA Annual Turkey Shoot is a Thanksgiving meal amongst your fellow bar community members. No actual Turkeys are involved, except the traditional Thanksgiving meal. 

      Registration is $25 per attendee. 

      • 10 Dec 2024
      • 12:00 PM
      • Zoom


      Join us for an upcoming Continuing Legal Education (CLE) webinar hosted by the Topeka Bar Association!

      Date: Tuesday, December 10

      Stay tuned for more details on registration and the final webinar schedule. This event promises to be an enriching opportunity for legal professionals in our community.

      We look forward to your participation!

      • 30 May 2025
      • 10:45 AM
      • Lake Shawnee Golf Course


      CLE: 11:00 AM - Noon 

      CLE will be in person ONLY! Please join us for the CLE and Lunch even if you don't golf!!

      Lunch: 12:00- 1:00 PM

      Golf: Shotgun start 1:00 PM


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