STATE BAR ELECTIONS - Nominating Petitions for this year's elections have been mailed to State Bar members in Districts 6-10 for the Board of Governors and the Young Lawyers Section Executive Committee.  When signed by the requisite number of members, Nominating Petitions must be filed, not later than February 10, 2011, with the Executive Director of The West Virginia State Bar, 2006 Kanawha Boulevard, East, Charleston, WV 25311-2204, via fax 304.558.2467 or email caseya@wvbar.org.  If multiple copies of the petition are filed, they must be filed together.

JUDICIAL APPOINTMENT FOR UNEXPIRED TERM TO THE COURT OF CLAIMS - The West Virginia State Bar is seeking candidates for the unexpired two year term for  Judge of the Court of Claims.　If interested,provide a resume to the State Bar on or before March 30, 2011.　 The Speaker and the President will make the appointment from a list of three candidates recommended by the Board of Governors of the State Bar. A minimum of ten (10) years' experience as a licensed attorney is required. This position involves hearing and deciding claims filed against state agencies and the Crime Victims Fund.　The main offices of the Court are at the State Capitol with travel to other parts of the state for hearings.　 Some administrative law, mediation, or other judicial experience would be beneficial. See W.VA. CODE �14-2-4,8,! 9, & 10 AND �14-2A-1 ET AL.　Questions: Contact Cheryle Hall at 304.347.4851  NOTE:  THERE ARE TWO VACANCIES NOTICES IN THE BAR BLAST.