September Quarterly Meeting / Bench Bar
2023-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | PA

2023 Bench Bar
2023-09-15 09:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Bench Bar
September 15
*9:00 – 3:00 – *Time is subject to change
BC3 – Founder’s Hall
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Foundation Meeting
2023-09-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-10-31 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-11-28 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-12-26 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-01-30 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-02-27 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-03-26 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Butler County Bar Association Office, 240 South Main Street, Butler, PA, 16001, United States

Office Closed - Columbus Day
2023-10-09 | PA

Executive Committee Meeting
2023-10-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-11-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-12-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-01-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | Butler County Bar Association Office, 240 South Main Street, Butler, PA, 16001, United States

Office Closed - Veteran's Day
2023-11-10 | PA

Office Closed - Thanksgiving
2023-11-23 - 2023-11-24 | PA

Holiday Party
2023-12-01 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | PA

December Quarterly Meeting - Election of officers
2023-12-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | PA

Office Closed - Christmas
2023-12-25 | PA

Family Law - Case Law, Rules & Legislative Updates - 1 Sub Credit CLE
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Sponsored by OurFamilyWizard
When: Tuesday, January 23, 2024
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Where: Vintage Coffee House
209 S Main St, Butler, PA 16001
Cost: $15 includes 1 sub credit & Lunch
Registration deadline is Friday, January 19.

Link to register:
https://forms.gle/P5vFf9Cms47BiXXm9
Panelist: Hon. Maura Palumbi; Hon. Thomas J. Doerr (Ret.); Annie Snyder, Esq; Rachael Bowe, Esq; Emily E McKenna, Esq; Richard A. Julius, Esq; Robert D. Raver, Esq; Kristin L. Biss, Esq; Elle Barr, Esq.
This program includes the latest trends, the newest case law, legislation, and procedural rules.
Knowing the most recent developments can make all the difference in litigation strategy and settlement negotiations and gives you an edge over your opponents!

All attendees will receive the course materials as a PDF.
Butler County Bar Association | 240 South Main St | Butler PA 16001 Contact us at 724.841.0130 or info@butlerbar.org

2024 High School Mock Trial Competition
2024-02-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-06 17:00 - 19:00, 2024-02-07 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Butler County Courthouse, 124 West Diamond St, Butler, PA, 16001
The Young Lawyers Section is happy to announce our participation in the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s 2024 High School Mock Trial Competition. The PBA Mock Trial Competition gives over 290 high school student teams from across the state the opportunity to act as lawyers and witnesses in simulated civil trials before actual judges and panels of juries. As part of the competition, students must rise above the district and regional ranks to represent our county at the state level. The team that succeeds at our local level will compete in the State Championship in Harrisburg on March 22-23, 2024. This team could go to the National Mock Trial Competition in Wilmington, Delaware on May 2-5, 2024 and compete against other state teams.
Round 1’s trials will occur: Monday, February 5, 2024, starting at 5:00 pm
Round 2’s trials will occur: Tuesday, February 6, 2024, starting at 5:00 pm
Playoff trial will occur: Wednesday, February 7, 2024, starting at 5:00 pm
The Final trial against Beaver is TBD

Technology 101 for Legal Professionals - Basic Tech Skills & Info Every Lawyer Needs to Know 2024 - Webcast
2024-02-08 09:00 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | PA
Technology 101 for Legal Professionals – Basic Tech Skills & Info Every Lawyer Needs to Know 2024 – Webcast
Thu., Feb. 08, 2024
9:00 AM – 12:15 PM
2 sub/1 eth
Regular: $249.00
New Attorney: $125.00
to Register: https://www.pbi.org/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=46141
Because every area of practice involves technology, lawyers must stay informed and understand basic technology. Sponsored by the Pennsylvania Bar Association Technology Committee, this three-hour program, with one hour of integrated ethics, will address key areas impacting the legal profession, including:
• Cybersecurity 101: Learn best practices for safeguarding client data, preventing cyber-attacks, and complying with legal and ethical obligations.
• Using ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence as Research & Writing Tools: Learn about artificial intelligence and how to use its power to perform legal research and prepare documents.
• Social Media 101: Clients and lawyers use social media, and its use has implications in legal proceedings. This session will explore the basics of social media and help lawyers understand how to harness its power.
• Desktop and other searches: Electronic data is only helpful if you can find it. This session will discuss desktop and other search tools to help lawyers find the information and files they need.

Defamation Libel & Slander 2024 - Webcast
2024-03-12 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Defamation Libel & Slander 2024 – Webcast
Tue., Mar. 12, 2024
9:00 AM Tue. – 11:00 AM
1.5 sub/0.5 eth
Regular: $149.00
New Attorney: $75.00
To Register: https://www.pbi.org/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=46519
This Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course focuses on defamation law, with a spotlight on libel and slander. Defamation poses unique challenges for legal professionals, as it involves protecting individuals and entities from false statements that harm their reputation. Registrants will gain an understanding of the legal principles and contemporary issues surrounding defamation, libel, and slander.
Defamation Basics
* Understand key elements of a defamation claim
* Differentiate between libel (written or published defamation) and slander (spoken defamation)
* Examine the balance between free speech rights and the protection of reputation
Litigation Surrounding the 2020 Election
* Discuss notable cases and their implications for legal professionals
* Analyze how technology and social media impact the landscape of libel cases
Trial Publicity and Avoiding Pitfalls – Ethical Considerations
* Examine the ethical responsibilities and challenges associated with representing clients in defamation matters

What Keeps Nonprofit Lawyers Up at Night? 2024 - Webcast
2024-03-20 13:30 - 16:45 (America/New_York) | PA
What Keeps Nonprofit Lawyers Up at Night? 2024 – Webcast
Wed., Mar. 20, 2024
1:30 PM Wed., – 4:45 PM
3 sub/0 eth
Regular: $249.00
New Attorney: $125.00
https://www.pbi.org/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=46501
Join Cozen O’Connor and its ancillary business units for this CLE geared towards lawyers in the nonprofit space.
Presentation topics will include:
Cybersecurity: How to Identify & Avoid Common Nonprofit Scams
Physical Security: Ensuring Personal Safety & Protection at Home and at Work
Workplace Security: Creating a Safe Onsite Environment

Hot Topics in Disability Law: Counseling & Navigating Support Systems for Individuals with Disabilities 2024 - Webcast
2024-04-11 13:00 - 16:15 (America/New_York) | PA
Hot Topics in Disability Law: Counseling & Navigating Support Systems for Individuals with Disabilities 2024 – Webcast
Thu., Apr. 11, 2024
1:00 PM – 4:15 PM
3 sub/0 eth
Regular: $249.00
New Attorney: $125.00
https://www.pbi.org/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=46475
This program will cover the latest updates in regard to planning for individuals with disabilities with a particular focus on the differences between planning for a minor child with special needs versus an adult (from ages 18 to 65). The transition process from the education system to the adult system for individuals with disabilities (MHID) will be discussed, along with recent trends in guardianships. The course will provide an overview of public benefits and essential planning techniques for families and individuals with disabilities including Special Needs Trusts, Powers of Attorney, and Letters of Intent.
