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W. Harold Flowers Law Society 2023 Civil Rights Symposium

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 3 days ago
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2023 Civil Rights Symposium The Civil Rights Symposium kicks off with a lecture from Actor, Director and Entrepreneur, Dr. Malik Yoba. Join us on Thu Oct 26 2023 at 7:00 for an inspiring evening celebrating heroes of the civil rights movement. This in-person event promises to be a memorable gathering, filled with impactful discussions and recognition of outstanding individuals. Dr. Malik Yoba will also be honored. Then, Join us on Fri Oct 27 2023 at 7:00 for an evening of eloquence and inspiration recognizing leaders in the civil rights movement followed by a delightful banquet. Representative Justin Pearson , of the famed " Tennessee Three" ...
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University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law Alumni Awards Lunchon

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 3 days ago
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October 13, 2023 at 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Purchase Tickets Sponsorship Opportunities . Join us Friday, October 13, for the 2023 University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law Alumni Awards Luncheon honoring Distinguished Alumnus, Kevin Crass (’84), Outstanding Alumna in Public Service, Judge Amy Dunn Johnson (’02), and recipient of the Emerging Young Alumni Award, Cody McKinney (’21). The luncheon will be held at the Little Rock Marriott in the Grand Ballroom, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Sponsorships are available online or by contacting Alexus Raymo at araymo@ualr.edu or 501-916-5442 . More ...
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Live Demonstration of new remote online notarization September 28

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 4 days ago
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Join us for a live demonstration of the member benefit next Thursday, September 28 from 10:00 - 11:00am via Zoom. Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click the below URL to join. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87226928843?pwd=Vm4yK0xrT045d2g2SDAyU1p0Y2VPZz09 Passcode: 904501 Learn more about Signix here. #News
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We need your photos of courthouse signs for the magazine

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 11 days ago
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The Arkansas Lawyer magazine is working on an article about signs in and around the courthouses of Arkansas. If you would like to participate, please e-mail Anna Hubbard at ahubbard@arkbar.com with your photo and description of where it is located. Please feel free to share this fun request with your colleagues! #News
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New Member Benefit-Remote Online Notorization

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 18 days ago
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The fastest way to legally notarize documents is here! Remote online notarization lets you notarize documents in minutes without wasting time waiting on everyone to meet in the same place. ArkBar's new member benefit to help members save time and money! With remote online notarization, you can eliminate time-consuming, in-person visits and offer a quick and easy solution for your clients. Learn more #News
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Weekly Case Summaries are back!

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 23 days ago
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Stay updated with this week's significant Arkansas Supreme Court and Arkansas Court of Appeals decisions and reviews of Significant Eighth Circuit Decisions. The courts are back in session which means ArkBar’s free member benefit is back each week. Look for the weekly case summaries every Tuesday in the weekly e-newsletter, OR receive a preview early by joining the ArkBar Case Summaries community in ACE to see the summaries and mini-case summaries provided the same week of decision. Visit the ArkBar Case Summaries Community and click " Join Community ." You can also listen via podcast here . (Posting same week as decisions). ...
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Free September Training for Paralegal Affiliate Members

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 25 days ago
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Probate: Using the forms in the Arkansas Form Book-Probate Edition September 12 11:00 am - Noon Free webinar for paralegal affiliate members. This program will walk through the steps needed to complete the probate process, using the forms in the Arkansas Form Book – Probate Edition. Checklists for probate administration will also be provided. Presenter: Carrie Smith: Senior Private Wealth Strategist, Simmons Bank Register Read more about the Paralegal Affiliate Membership #News
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August Board of Trustees Meeting

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 25 days ago
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ArkBar’s Board of Trustees met at the Bar Center on August 25, 2023. President Margaret Dobson welcomed new board members and presented them with a pin as a symbol of their service. The Trustees spent the day working to make sure the association is responsive to and meeting the needs of its members. Arkansas Bar Foundation President Michael Crawford gave Margaret with a special gift, a framed collage. Click to see the full list of trustees. #News
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Board of Trustees and Bowen Law School Networking Reception

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 25 days ago
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We had a great time on August 24, 2023, with UA Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law students and local attorneys at Fassler Hall. ArkBar’s Board of Trustees hosted the event which was sponsored by Hall Booth Smith, P.C. and the Arkbar Young Lawyers Section. Thank you to everyone for participating! Click to see photos #News
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Congratulations to Judge Joyce Williams Warren

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 25 days ago
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We are so proud of Judge Joyce Williams Warren and all the honorees for being inducted into the Women’s Hall of Fame last Thursday. Past President Suzanne Clark chaired the prestigious event. Joyce Williams Warren is a true trailblazer and an inspiration to all. Her induction into the Women's Hall of Fame is a well-deserved recognition of her many achievements throughout her long and distinguished career in public service. As a woman of many firsts, Judge Warren has broken down barriers and paved the way for other women to follow in her footsteps. Congratulations, Judge Warren, on this well-deserved honor! Read more #News
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ArkBar partners with ABOTA for October CLE Program

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 26 days ago
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The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and the Arkansas Bar Association present "Modern Jury Trials: The Effect of Today's America on a 'Jury of Your Peers'" on October 5 in Little Rock! This event will bring together experts, lawyers, and judges from all over the country to discuss the state of the jury trial in today's society. You do not want to miss this event! Modern Jury Trials: The Effect of Today’s America on a “Jury of Your Peers” Little Rock, AR Thursday, October 5 11:30 am – 4:30 pm Registration Fee: $149.00 (includes lunch and post-program cocktail reception) Sign up and invite your firms and colleagues. ...
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Networking Reception this Thursday at Fassler Hall

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 08-21-2023
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The Arkansas Bar Association Board of Trustees is hosting a social networking reception for newly admitted attorneys, Bowen Law students and local bar members on Thursday, August 24th at Fassler Hall (311 E. Capitol, Little Rock) from 5:00-8:00 pm. Join us as we get to know each other and welcome the new students at Bowen Law School. Enjoy drinks, food, and fellowship as we network with our colleagues and future colleagues. Sponsored by Hall Booth Smith, P.C. and the Young Lawyers Section. Read more #News
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ArkBar partners with the Wilson Law Group for 4th Annual CLE program

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 08-11-2023
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The Wilson Law Group 4th Annual CLE Program September 26-27, 2023 Presented in person and via Zoom live webinar. In-person presentation will be held at: Regions Building, 3rd Floor – 400 W. Capitol Avenue, Little Rock, AR 72201 This program has been approved for 15 hours of CLE (including three ethics hours) in Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi.* *For MS, these hours are subject to the extension of the state’s emergency order waiving the distance learning cap. As of 8.1.23, the cap is being reinstated. The cost to register is only $100 for 12 hours or $125 for 15 hours , and net proceeds will be donated to the Arkansas ...
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ArkBar Executive Committee Meeting

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 08-09-2023
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ArkBar's Executive Committee will meet on Monday, August 14th at 3:00 pm. #News
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Summary of General Legislation by the Bureau of Legislative Research

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 08-07-2023
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Click here to view the Summary of General Legislation provided by the Bureau of Legislative Research 94TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS 2023 Regular Session January 9, 2023 – May 1, 2023 #News
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Arkansas Bar Association Staff Member and Publication Honored with Awards

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 07-31-2023
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Congratulations to our Director of Government Relations Jay K. Robbins for being honored with the Emerging Leader award by the Arkansas Society of Association Executives. This award recognizes Jay's demonstrated skills for future leadership in the association and exceptional contributions to his chosen field of work. ASAE also honored the Arkansas Bar Association with an Excellence in Communications Award for the Spring 2022 issue of The Arkansas Lawyer magazine that focused on animals and the law. Photo: Kelley Erstine, Jay Robbins and Luke Story. #News
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Please disregard recent mailer you may have received from ArkBar

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 07-27-2023
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You may have received an mailer from ArkBar with incorrect contact information. Please disregard. We apologize for any inconvenience and concern this may have caused you. If you are a current member, please look for a new membership renewal statement in the mail soon. We invite you to renew or join to enjoy the value of membership for the upcoming bar year. Your support and leadership is invaluable to our profession. We are committed to providing you with tools you need to excel. We have just released the 2023 Arkansas Form Book with substantial discounts for members. Renew/Join Now https://www.arkbar.com/for-attorneys/membership-nav/membership/membership-application ...
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ArkBar Leadership Retreat

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 07-24-2023
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ArkBar President Margaret Dobson is kicking off the new bar year with a leadership retreat at the Arkansas Bar Center on July 28. Leaders will take a deep dive into the results of the membership survey that was conducted this Spring. #News
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Arkansas Bar Association Announces New Executive Officers and Newly Elected Board of Trustees

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 06-28-2023
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Arkansas Bar Association Announces New Executive Officers and Newly Elected Board of Trustees The Arkansas Bar Association (ArkBar), the premier legal association in the state, announced a new slate of officers for the 2023-2024 bar year as well as its new Board of Trustees, who were installed at the ArkBar annual meeting on June 16. President: Margaret Dobson, Dobson Law Firm, Sheridan President-Elect: Kristin L. Pawlik, Miller, Butler, Schneider, Pawlik & Rozzell, PLLC Immediate Past President: Joe F. Kolb, j.kolb, Little Rock Secretary: Glen Hoggard, Hoggard Law Firm, Little Rock Treasurer: Brant ...
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Members' Jam: How Music Interacts with Life and Law

By Ms. Anna Hubbard posted 05-02-2023
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Click the link below to view the extended version of the "Members' Jam: How Music Interacts with Life and Law" feature that was included in the Spring 2023 issue of The Arkansas Lawyer magazine that focused on Music and the Law. https://higherlogicdownload.s3.amazonaws.com/ARKBAR/4b5fe0df-58a5-4fa3-b7ab-bf92deabb907/UploadedImages/Music_Feature.pdf
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