Bar Blast 
Upcoming Events

 

1-10-13 Lawyers Luncheon Series 

Join your Bar for a monthly lunch meeting to eat, socialize and hear brief remarks. Featuring Charlotte Historian and MCB Member David Erdman on "Scenes of Charlotte: The History of Charlotte in Pictures" -- This is one for the true Charlottean!

 

1-10-13 Memorial for Charles B. Park III 

Friends and colleagues are encouraged to attend and, if desired, say a few words in celebration of Mr. Park's life.

Announcements

 

Holiday Party Photo Gallery

Thank you to all in attendance at the MCB Holiday Party! Photos are available online. All of you donated over 100 items to Larry King's Clubhouse -- Thank you!

 

Courts Corner: Mecklenburg County Courts Upgrade Interactive Voice Response System

Mecklenburg County Courts have implemented an upgraded interactive voice response system that will assist citizens who receive juroy summons and defendants placed on payment plans that need access to information 24/7. 

 

Courts Corner: Local Rules for Mecklenburg County 
A draft of the Local Rules of Practice in Criminal Courts for Mecklenburg County has been proposed. The rules are being offered for review and ask that comments and clarifications be submitted by 12/10/12.

 

Nominations Sought for 2012-13 MCB Pro Bono Awards
Send in your choices and supporting materials for Outstanding Individual Attorney and Outstanding Collaborative Project by 1/4/13. 

Sections

 

12-17-12 Juvenile Law Section Meeting

Provides opportunities for members to enhance professional practice and improve the outcomes of children and families in Abuse/Neglect/Dependent Court and DJJDP Court.  12 p.m., Mecklenburg County Courthouse  RSVP by 12/16/12 to Ruth Tankersley at [email protected] or 704/375-8624.

 

12-20-12 Immigration & Nationality Section Meeting 

Provides opportunities for members to discuss the issues they face in everyday practice. 12 p.m.,  Lebowski's (1524 East Blvd.) RSVP by 12/19/12 to Ruth Tankersley at [email protected] or 704/375-8624.

Mecklenburg Bar Foundation

$50,000 in 50 Days for MBF's 50th Birthday! birthday cake 

In celebration of the Foundation's 50th anniversary, we are asking you to help us raise $50,000 in 50 days for the 2012 Lawyers' Impact Fund. 

We would like to thank those Bar members that have given generously to help us reach our goal for this special occasion. 

 

We need your support as we try to give the Foundation a 50th celebration to remember - a birthday gift that allows the Foundation to reach its goal of providing maximum support to projects and organizations that help meet the legal needs of our community.   

 

Look Who Joined the BFF Honor Roll!   

The Foundation would like to thank the following small firms for joining this week's BFF Honor Roll by supporting the 2012 Bar Foundation Fund with 100% attorney participation:

  • DeVore, Acton & Stafford, P.A. 
  • Nesbitt Law PLLC

We hope to see YOUR firm listed next week! 

 

Don't miss your chance to become a part of one of the most ambitious Bar Foundation Fund campaigns ever as we again strive to reach $300,000 to support nonprofits with a legal nexus in our community.

For more information or to make other donation arrangements, contact Leah Reed Campbell, Director of Foundation Development at [email protected] or 704/375-8624.

Volunteer Opportunities 

 
Seeking Linking Lawyers Mentors and Mentees!
Linking Lawyers is designed to be a resource for networking and guidance on issues of professional conduct and career perspective, as well as to provide an introduction into diverse areas of the law. 
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