OCBA NEWS:

OCBA To Present Attorney Robert A. Von Esch, Jr. with Scoville Award
The Orange County Bar Association will honor Robert A. Von Esch, Jr. with the Harmon G. Scoville Award at the annual Law Day Luncheon on Thursday, April 30, 2009. This award is presented annually to honor a member of the Orange County legal community whose career exemplifies the highest standards of the legal profession. Robert Von Esch, Jr. has been a longtime OCBA member and has served on the Board of Directors, Client Relations Committee, as a mentor with the Mentoring Program and has been a member of numerous sections. To register for the Law Day Luncheon download this form.

Applications Are Being Accepted for Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference Lawyer Representatives
Each circuit is permitted to hold an annual judicial conference for the purpose of considering the business of the Court. Attendees suggest methods of improving the administration of justice within the circuit. The conference shall include "lawyer representatives, appointed among the districts of the circuit." Individuals selected for nomination shall be lawyers admitted to practice in this district court and actively involved in federal practice. Lawyer representatives shall serve for a term of three years. See selection guidelines or for an application download this form.

Send completed applications by June 1, 2009 to:

Michael G. Yoder, President
Orange County Bar Association
P.O. Box 6130
Newport Beach, CA 92658
Or email to admin@ocba.net

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SPOTLIGHT EVENT:

Law Day USA Luncheon
On Thursday, April 30, 2009 celebrate Law Day USA at this annual OCBA luncheon featuring the presentation of the Harmon G. Scoville Award to attorney Robert Von Esch, Jr. and the presentation of the Liberty Bell Award. To register or for more information download the registration form or call the Events Department at (949) 440-6700, ext.114.

LexisNexis Offers FREE Seminar & Lunch
"Search Engine Marketing for Law Firms" is the topic of a free seminar, including lunch offered by LexisNexis on Friday, May 8, 2009 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the OCBA. Speaker Dave Hendricks leads LexisNexis Search Engine Marketing in Southern California and Nevada, helping firms improve their internet presences and drive measurable leads to their business. Seating is limited, so register now, at www.lexisnexis.com/marketmyfirm or for more information click here.

Juror Volunteers Needed (Non-Attorney)
Please let your non-attorney family, friends and students (16 and older) know about this opportunity to volunteer as a "juror" for the mock trial sessions during the OCBA College of Trial Advocacy program from April 22, 2009 through May 16, 2009. Students can earn their community service hours. The sessions are part of a five-week seminar series for practicing attorneys who are learning about trial techniques. All of the sessions are presided over by sitting Orange County judges and experienced attorneys. This experience provides valuable insight into the jury selection process and the utilization of a jury in a trial. Click here to volunteer. For more information on COTA click here.

Arbitrators Needed
Join many of your prestigious colleagues and volunteer for the OCBA Mandatory Fee Arbitration (MFA) Committee. Volunteer committee members conduct mandatory fee arbitrations as set forth by Business & Professions Code 6200 et seq. to resolve fee disputes between clients and their attorneys. Volunteers must have been practicing law for at least 4 years and be in good standing with OCBA and State Bar of California.

Or, if you have friends or family that are not lawyers and are looking for an interesting volunteer opportunity, the OCBA MFA Committee is also looking for lay arbitrators to participate on three panel arbitrations. Volunteers serving in this capacity cannot be paralegals, law students or affiliated with the practice of law in any way.

A free CLE arbitrator training is planned for Thursday, April 23, 2009 and attendance is required prior to case assignment. Contact Rebecca Mannara, Client Services Administrator at (949) 440-6700 extension 128 or Rebecca@ocba.net for an application package or more information.

OCBA Call-A-Lawyer Community Service Event
OCBA Attorney volunteers are needed to answer phone calls from the public and provide them with general legal information. This annual event is part of the Law Day USA celebration throughout the month of May and takes place at KOCE-TV studios in Huntington Beach. Attorney members with knowledge of bankruptcy, real estate, criminal and family law are especially needed. For more information or to register, download a registration form. Hurry because space is limited.

UPCOMING MCLE PROGRAMS:

28th College of Trial Advocacy - Civil
April 15 - May 16, 2009
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. - 9:20 p.m. Saturdays 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

19.25 MCLE credits offered including 0.5 Legal Ethics.

Unique Program and Workshop Approach:
- Learn the fundamentals of Civil Trial Advocacy.
- Hands-on workshops in an actual courtroom setting.
- Experienced litigators and distinguished judges provide guidance from Voir Dire to Closing Argument

To register or for more information download the Registration Form or Register Online.

Pro Bono Basic Guardianship Training
Thursday, May 14, 2009
The OCBA and Public Law Center will be hosting a Pro Bono Basic Guardianship Training. The training is free for members with one pro bono case from the Public Law Center or two visits to the Guardianship Clinic. For more information please see the registration flyer or register online.

Pro Bono Domestic Violence Legal Clinic Training
Thursday, June 11, 2009
The OCBA and Public Law Center will host a Domestic Violence Legal Clinic Training which is free for OCBA members in exchange for 3 visits to a clinic. For more information see the registration flyer or register online.

FEATURED MEMBER BENEFIT FOR APRIL 2009

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• Automatically Size Files (MB) per Court Requirements for e-filing
• Apply Bates Stamps
• Create searchable PDF files
• Scan-to-email with User Authentication for Security
• Scan-to-file
• Scan-to-Document Management Software
• Edit PDF Documents (Full Redacting Capabilities)
• OCR PDF Documents
• Track Scanning for Billing

OCBA Members receive a free demonstration and cost analysis as well as significant discounts. Contact Karin Finley 949.457.7300 X62

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