DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION BENCH AND BAR...
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CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT WILMINGTON, DELAWARE
WEDNESDAY JUNE 4, 2014
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
I am pleased to invite you to attend the 2014 Bench and Bar Conference on June 4th. The day will get off to a great start with an innovative two-part CLE: A View from the Bench: Preferred Procedures, Proper Practices, and Pet Peeves featuring an impressive judicial panel and The Technology of Today and the Issues of Tomorrow which will include a lively discussion on current and future technology with the experts. Later, our annual business meeting will include remarks by the new Chief Justice, The Honorable Leo E. Strine, Jr.; the passing of the gavel to Yvonne Takvorian Saville, Esquire; and presentation of the First State Distinguished Service Award. Then, spend the evening getting acquainted or reacquainting with your colleagues at the Bench and Bar Social Reception. This new extended reception will allow you to enjoy the collegiality of the Bench and Bar while experiencing delicious Delaware-themed food and drink.
Become part of the tradition of the Bench and Bar Conference and participate in the dialogue among the lawyers, judges, and justices that is uniquely Delaware. Please make plans now to join us on June 4th!
Sincerely,
Gregory B. WilliamsPresidentDelaware State Bar Association
2014 DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
BENCH AND BAR C O N F E R E N C E
2014 Bench and Bar Conference • Wednesday, June 4, 2014 • Chase Center on the RiverfrontPlease return by May 28, 2014
Registration fee includes annual meeting and social reception, including beverages and food stations.
Registration Fees: q $150 – Early Bird Registration ON or BEFORE May 28, 2014 q $200 – Late Registration AFTER May 28, 2014
Name: __________________________________________________________________________ DE ID No.: ___________________________________
Firm: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
E-mail (required): _________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Check/Charge in the amount of $ _________________ enclosed. Please make checks payable to DSBA.
p MasterCard p Visa p Amex p Discover Expiration date: ______ Card number: _________________________ Signature: ___________________________________________________ (Required if card purchase) Billing Zip Code: ____________
Incomplete registration forms will not be processed. Please return to: Delaware State Bar Association, 405 North King Street, Suite 100, Wilmington, DE 19801
Fax: (302) 658-5212 • Phone: (302) 658-5279 Refunds issued only if cancellation is received no later than one week prior to conference.
For Office Use Only
Connect with your colleagues and celebrate your profession at this year’s Bench and Bar Social Reception.
CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT | WILMINGTON, DELAWARE | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2014
4:00 p.m. | BENCH AND BAR REGISTRATION
4:30 p.m. | DSBA ANNUAL MEETINGPresided over by Gregory B. Williams, Esquire, Delaware State Bar Association President
State of the Judiciary AddressPresented by The Honorable Leo E. Strine, Jr., Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Delaware
First State Distinguished Service Award presented posthumously to Arthur G. Connolly, Jr., Esquire
Elections of Executive Committee Members
Passing of the Gavel to the new Delaware State Bar Association President, Yvonne Takvorian Saville, Esquire
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | BENCH AND BAR SOCIAL RECEPTIONEngage in lively conversation while enjoying delicious
Delaware-themed food stations and beverages.
Hosted by The Honorable Leo E. Strine, Jr., Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of DelawareJustices Randy J. Holland, Carolyn Berger, Jack B. Jacobs, Henry du Pont Ridgely
and by The Delaware Judicial Conference
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BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCECAMARADERIE | FOOD | BEVERAGE
CLE • Wednesday, June 4, 2014 • Chase Center on the RiverfrontPlease return by May 28, 2014 • DSB06042014BENCH
Seating is limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration fee includes a buffet lunch, CLE seminar, and refreshment break.Tuition Fees: q $149 – Early Bird Registration ON or BEFORE May 28, 2014 q $199 – Late Registration AFTER May 28, 2014 q $9 – PA Credit PA ID No. ______________
Name: __________________________________________________________________________ DE ID No.: ___________________________________
Firm: ___________________________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________________
E-mail (required): ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Check/Charge in the amount of $ _____________ enclosed. Please make checks payable to DSBA.
p MasterCard p Visa p Amex p Discover Expiration date: ______ Card number: ________________________Signature: ___________________________________________________ (Required if card purchase) Billing Zip Code: ____________
Incomplete registration forms will not be processed. Please return to: Delaware State Bar Association, 405 North King Street, Suite 100, Wilmington, DE 19801
Fax: (302) 658-5212 • Phone: (302) 658-5279 Refunds issued only if cancellation is received no later than one week prior to seminar.
For Office Use Only
CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT | WILMINGTON, DELAWARE
CLE PROGRAM | 1:00 P.M. – 4:15 P.M. (INCLUDES 15 MINUTE BREAK)
REGISTRATION AND BUFFET LUNCH | 11:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR 3.0 HOURS OF CLE CREDIT IN ENHANCED ETHICS
CLE PROGRAM | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4, 2014
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
A VIEW FROM THE BENCH: PREFERRED PROCEDURES, PROPER PRACTICES, AND PET PEEVESThis distinguished judicial panel will discuss best practices, preferences and inappropriate conduct – both inside and out of the courtroom.
Moderator The Honorable Mary M. Johnston Judge, Superior Court of Delaware
Panelists The Honorable Jack B. Jacobs Justice, Supreme Court of DelawareThe Honorable Andre G. Bouchard Chancellor, Court of ChanceryThe Honorable Jan R. JurdenJudge, Superior Court of DelawareThe Honorable William L. Chapman, Jr.Judge, Family Court of DelawareThe Honorable Kenneth S. Clark, Jr.Judge, Court of Common Pleas
2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.Break and Vendor Visit
2:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
THE TECHNOLOGY OF TODAY AND THE ISSUES OF TOMORROWWe all use technology in our practice. It works fine until it fails, and the one thing about which we can all be sure is “It Will Fail.” Visit with the experts on matters relating to security, social media and mobile technology. Participate in a discussion of the technology of today and the issues facing us tomorrow. If you have not read the case of Grimes v. Psycho Systems, Inc., you do not yet know the true meaning of a computer virus. Visit www.dsba.org to read the full case. Grimes v. Psycho Systems, Inc., et al. Case Number 3414 (U.S.D.C, 3rd Celestial Circuit, 2025)
Richard K. Herrmann, EsquireMorris James LLP
Kevin F. Brady, EsquireEckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
Moderators Panelists
Social MediaMargaret M. DiBianca, EsquireYoung Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP
SecurityEdward J. McAndrew, EsquireU.S. Attorney’s Office
Mobile TechnologySteven L. Butler, EsquireLinarducci & Butler, PA
4:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.Break and Vendor Visit
The Delaware State Bar Association recognizes DSBIS for its contribution to the 2014 Bench and Bar Conference.
DSBIS serves all insurance needs for attorneys, their firms, their families, and their clients. DSBIS was formed by Delaware attorneys for Delaware attorneys.
(302) 658-8055 www.dsbis.com
Sponsored by Delaware State Bar Insurance Services, Inc.
BENCH AND BAR 2014Thank you to our 2014
Sponsors and Exhibitors!
Refreshment Break byWidener University School of Law
Tote Bags provided by Parcels, Inc.
Social Reception Photo Booth provided by Willis of Delaware
ABOUT THE DSBA
For more than 90 years,
the Delaware State
Bar Association has
organized and united
the lawyers who practice
in Delaware and served
as their professional
association. The DSBA
was founded in 1923
and is committed to
the advancement of the
science of jurisprudence
by providing continuing
education, networking
opportunities, and a
framework for providing
proper standards for
membership in the
Delaware Bar.CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS WELCOME
Your participation will highlight your firm and market its services to hundreds of attorneys many of whom will appreciate your support of DSBA. Sponsors and exhibitors receive premier benefits, including exhibit space and networking opportunities. For information on showcasing your services through exhibit and sponsorship opportunities, contact Rebecca Baird at [email protected] or call (302) 658-5279.
Exhibitors
Belfint, Lyons & Shuman, P.A. Colliers International
Conestoga Title Insurance Co.
Court Call Just Legal, Inc.
LexisNexis M&T Bank
PNCValuePointe.biz
Westin Wilmington