In the next few years there will be a number retirements in the Court of Appeals and the 31st Circuit. All lawyers should have an understanding of how the non-partisan court plan works. This webinar will be an informative conversation between two people with a first hand view of judicial selection in action. Steve Garner served six year terms on both the Appellate Judicial Commission and the 31st Circuit Judicial Commission. Don Woody succeeded Garner on the Appellate Judicial Commission, completing his six year term in 2019. Learn what they have to say about applications, references and interviews and how the process works. Register here.
Friday - Hour by Hour CLE
It's CLE Crunch Time!
Hour by Hour Goes Virtual! We are bringing back some of our most popular speakers as well as some brand new topics! Select one or select all - 1 to 9 CLE, with 3 hours of Ethics options and 1 hour that satisfies the new ethics/ elimination of bias requirement. September 25, 8-5. More information
MoCLE Reporting - What You Need to Know
Missouri lawyers have until Wednesday, Sept 30 to complete their 15 required hours of CLE. This blog post from the Missouri Bar has helpful information on the reporting options for the 2019-20 and the 2020-2021 CLE years. The SMBA maintains attendance records for our members' convenience. If you need assistance in accessing your CLE transcript, email Keith at info@springfieldbar.com.
Notices from Bench and Bar
Applications Open for Southern District Spot
The Appellate Judicial Commission is accepting nominations for a vacancy on the Missouri Court of Appeals, Southern District. Details at this link.
Attorney/ Inmate Visits at Greene County Jail
The SMBA has been working with our district defender, prosecutor and sheriff to insure that the criminal defense bar will have options to safely and confidentially confer with clients incarcerated in the Greene County Jail. We welcome your feedback as new processes evolve, email chogan@springfieldbar.com to share your ideas and experiences.
Judge Thornhill has provided information and guidance regarding pandemic precautions at the Springfield Municipal Division. Effective immediately most cases will be continued as the Division reverts from Phase 2 to Phase 1. More information at this link.
I am looking for a copy of my mother’s will - Dorothy Elizabeth Merritt Deceased 11/7/2017. If you prepared her will or can provide any information please contact Frank Merritt, e_merritt@me.com or 323.698.3600.
