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Weekly Announcements

1/21/2020

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Mark your calendars for our next member meeting at noon on Friday, February 7, at Forager Brewery.
    • Chief Jim Franklin of the Rochester Police Department is our guest speaker.
    • Among other things, we will be taking the second vote on our sponsorship for this year's LAOC Fundraiser.


Legal Assistance of Olmsted County
  • Speaking of which, the annual LAOC fundraiser is only seven weeks away!
    • This year's Night in Monte Carlo includes a sit-down dinner, live music, charitable gaming tables, a silent auction, and a live auction.  
    • Individual tickets are $95; tickets are $85 for those who have been licensed attorneys for less than three years.  
    • Sponsorships are available and include complimentary tickets.
    • Please contact Karen Nath at karen@laocmn.org with questions or to purchase a sponsorship.


Olmsted County District Court
  • The Mediation Center is hosting a three-day training on the Social and Financial Early Neutral Evaluation process this February.
    • The event is scheduled for February 5, 6, and 7, in Richfield, MN.
    • Faculty members are Susan Chambers, Jim Goetz, Jeff Johnson, and Susan Rhode.
    • Cost is $675 through today, January 21, and increases to $750 beginning January 22.
      • Discounted tuition is available for employees in the government sector and nonprofit sector.
    • Additional information is available here: https://mediationcentermn.org/events/ene-training/   


Ward & Oehler
  • Ward & Oehler has a new location!
    • Our new address is 1801 Greenview Drive SW, Suite 102, Rochester, MN, 55902.
    • Please join us for an open house on Thursday, February 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted here and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/.  
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Weekly Announcements

1/14/2020

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Planning is underway for this year's OCBA Scholarship!
    • Interested in serving on this year's Scholarship Committee? Email OCBAScholarship@gmail.com by this Wednesday, January 15.
  • Remember that the Judicial Branch and other government offices are closed next Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
  • Thanks to everyone who attended our January Bar meeting last Thursday.
    • The first vote to expend $5000 on a sponsorship for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser passed.
    • The second vote will be held at our next Bar meeting at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, at Forager Brewery.


Ward & Oehler, Ltd.
  • Ward & Oehler has a new location!
    • Our new address is 1801 Greenview Drive SW, Suite 102, Rochester, MN, 55902.
    • Please join us for an open house on Thursday, February 6, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.


Legal Assistance of Olmsted County 
  • LAOC's annual fundraiser, "A Night in Monte Carlo" is Saturday evening, March 14th, at the Mayo Civic Center.  
    • This year's fundraiser includes a sit-down dinner, dancing, a live band, charitable gaming tables, a silent auction, and a live auction.  
    • Individual tickets are $95; tickets are $85 for those who have been licensed attorneys for less than three years.  
    • Sponsorships are available and include complimentary tickets.
    • Please contact Karen Nath at karen@laocmn.org with questions or to purchase a sponsorship.   


Olmsted County Drug Court
  • There is a Drug Court graduation ceremony at 2:00 p.m. this Thursday, January 16, in Courtroom 5.
    • The ceremony will recognize four graduates of the program. 
    • Please email Joe Vogel, Drug Court Coordinator, with any questions: vogel.joe@co.olmsted.mn.us


Minnesota State Bar Association
  • The MSBA seeks volunteers from the Third Judicial District to serve as mock trial judges for its annual high school program. 
    • Olmsted County opportunities are available on these dates and times:
      • January 21, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • January 21, 2020, at 1:00 p.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. 
    • The full schedule for other Third District counties is available here:  https://www.mnbar.org/docs/default-source/mock-trial-forms/regions-5-6-rds-1-5.pdf?sfvrsn=2.
    • The 2020 Competition Materials can be found here:  https://www.mnbar.org/public-resources/mock-trial/case-and-resources.  
    • Please contact Kim Basting with questions or to arrange a volunteer slot: 1-800-882-6722, 612-278-6306, or kbasting@mnbar.org.


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted on our website and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/.
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Weekly Announcements

1/6/2020

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Our January Bar meeting is at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, January 9, at Five West!
    • Among other things, we'll be discussing and conducting the first vote on the OCBA sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.​

Olmsted County Drug Court
  • There is a Drug Court graduation ceremony at 2:00 p.m. next Thursday, January 16, in Courtroom 5.
    • The ceremony will recognize four graduates of the program. 
    • Please email Joe Vogel, Drug Court Coordinator, with any questions: vogel.joe@co.olmsted.mn.us

Minnesota State Bar Association
  • The MSBA seeks volunteers from the Third Judicial District to serve as mock trial judges for its annual high school program. 
    • Olmsted County opportunities are available on these dates and times:
      • January 21, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • January 21, 2020, at 1:00 p.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. 
    • The full schedule for other Third District counties is available here:  https://www.mnbar.org/docs/default-source/mock-trial-forms/regions-5-6-rds-1-5.pdf?sfvrsn=2.
    • The 2020 Competition Materials can be found here:  https://www.mnbar.org/public-resources/mock-trial/case-and-resources.  
    • Please contact Kim Basting with questions or to arrange a volunteer slot: 1-800-882-6722, 612-278-6306, or kbasting@mnbar.org.


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted here and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/. 
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Weekly Announcements

12/9/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Our December Bar meeting starts at noon this Friday, December 13, at Cameo!
    • The Lourdes choir will provide seasonal entertainment.
    • We'll take the first vote on the sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.
    • Please let us know ASAP if you have any special dietary needs.


Walters and Wintering
  • Michelle Dobson is leaving Walters and Wintering to accept an in-house opportunity at U.S. Bank.  Though we will miss her in our office, we are happy for her and her family and look forward to her continued leadership in the bar association.  Please reach out to us at (507) 281-5857 if you have any questions. 


Minnesota State Bar Association
  • The MSBA seeks volunteers from the Third Judicial District to serve as mock trial judges for its annual high school program. 
    • Olmsted County opportunities are available on these dates and times:
      • January 21, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • January 21, 2020, at 1:00 p.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 9:00 a.m.
      • February 14, 2020, at 1:00 p.m. 
    • The full schedule for other Third District counties is available here:  https://www.mnbar.org/docs/default-source/mock-trial-forms/regions-5-6-rds-1-5.pdf?sfvrsn=2.
    • The 2020 Competition Materials can be found here:  https://www.mnbar.org/public-resources/mock-trial/case-and-resources.  
    • Please contact Kim Basting with questions or to arrange a volunteer slot: 1-800-882-6722, 612-278-6306, or kbasting@mnbar.org.


Anderson Law Firm  
  • Anderson Law Firm is seeking an attorney to join their practice in Rochester, Minnesota.  The position is focused on representing clients primarily in the areas of family law and criminal defense matters.  The position involves direct client contact and representation.  Competitive salary, retirement and health insurance benefits offered.  Reply in confidence to Carl@CarlAndersonLaw.Com.    


Minnesota Judicial Branch
  • The Supreme Court is seeking to fill vacancies for attorney members on the Rules of Criminal Procedure Advisory Committee.   
    • The committee meets as needed and is responsible for monitoring the rules and hearing and accepting comments for further changes.  
    • The current vacancies are for three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2020.
    • Applicants interested in appointment should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a copy of active attorney registration status so as to be received no later than 4:30 p.m. this Friday, December 6, 2019.   
    • Please submit application materials to AnnMarie S. O'Neill, Clerk of the Appellate Courts, 305 Minnesota Judicial Center, 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 or via email to mjcappellateclerkofcourt@courts.state.mn.us.
    • For additional information, please contact the staff attorney for the committee, Karen Jaszewski, at (651) 297-7585 or karen.jaszewski@courts.state.mn.us.


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted on here and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/.     
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Weekly Announcements

12/2/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Our December Bar meeting starts at noon next Friday, December 13, at Cameo!
    • The Lourdes choir will provide seasonal entertainment.
    • We'll take the first vote on the sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.
    • Please email the OCBA Gmail account if you have any special dietary needs.


Anderson Law Firm  
  • Anderson Law Firm is seeking an attorney to join their practice in Rochester, Minnesota.  The position is focused on representing clients primarily in the areas of family law and criminal defense matters.  The position involves direct client contact and representation.  Competitive salary, retirement and health insurance benefits offered.  Reply in confidence to Carl@CarlAndersonLaw.Com.    


Minnesota Judicial Branch
  • The Supreme Court is seeking to fill vacancies for attorney members on the Rules of Criminal Procedure Advisory Committee.   
    • The committee meets as needed and is responsible for monitoring the rules and hearing and accepting comments for further changes.  
    • The current vacancies are for three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2020.
    • Applicants interested in appointment should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a copy of active attorney registration status so as to be received no later than 4:30 p.m. this Friday, December 6, 2019.   
    • Please submit application materials to AnnMarie S. O'Neill, Clerk of the Appellate Courts, 305 Minnesota Judicial Center, 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 or via email to mjcappellateclerkofcourt@courts.state.mn.us.
    • For additional information, please contact the staff attorney for the committee, Karen Jaszewski, at (651) 297-7585 or karen.jaszewski@courts.state.mn.us.



Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted here and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/.     
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Weekly Announcements

11/25/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Please mark your calendars for our December Bar meeting at noon on Friday, December 13, at Cameo.
    • The Lourdes choir will provide seasonal entertainment.
    • We'll take the first vote on the sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.

Anderson Law Firm  
  • Anderson Law Firm is seeking an attorney to join their practice in Rochester, Minnesota.  The position is focused on representing clients primarily in the areas of family law and criminal defense matters.  The position involves direct client contact and representation.  Competitive salary, retirement and health insurance benefits offered.  Reply in confidence to Carl@CarlAndersonLaw.Com.    

Minnesota Judicial Branch
  • The Supreme Court is seeking to fill vacancies for attorney members on the Rules of Criminal Procedure Advisory Committee.  
    • Vacancies are open to prosecuting attorneys and public and private defense attorneys. 
    • The committee meets as needed and is responsible for monitoring the rules and hearing and accepting comments for further changes.  
    • The current vacancies are for three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2020.
    • Applicants interested in appointment should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a copy of active attorney registration status so as to be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2019.   
    • Please submit application materials to AnnMarie S. O'Neill, Clerk of the Appellate Courts, 305 Minnesota Judicial Center, 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 or via email to mjcappellateclerkofcourt@courts.state.mn.us.
    • For additional information, please contact the staff attorney for the committee, Karen Jaszewski, at (651) 297-7585 or karen.jaszewski@courts.state.mn.us .
  • The courts are closed this Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving.

 

Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted on our website and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/.     
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Weekly Announcements

11/18/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Thank you to everyone who attended last Thursday's Bar meeting.  Highlights included:
    • A unanimous final vote to fund two OCBA Academic Scholarships at $1000 each, and
    • Judge Chase's presentation on the Third Judicial District Veterans Court.
  • Please mark your calendars for our December Bar meeting at noon on Friday, December 13, at Cameo.
    • The Lourdes choir will provide seasonal entertainment.
    • We'll take the first vote on the sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.


Legal Assistance of Olmsted County
  • LAOC has been nominated for a Community Choice Grant from the Rochester Area Foundation!
    • Please consider helping LAOC win this grant by voting for us to receive a $1500 grant.
    • Voting closes on Friday November 22nd; you can vote here: https://form.jotform.com/93116873058159 .
    • Thank you for your ongoing support of our mission!
  • The annual Women and Wine event is at 5:00 p.m. this Wednesday, November 20, at Cambria Gallery! 
    • Tickets are available at: http://laocmn.org/war-fundraiser/.  
    • Please see the Women Attorneys announcement below for additional details.


Minnesota Judicial Branch
  • The Supreme Court is seeking to fill vacancies for attorney members on the Rules of Criminal Procedure Advisory Committee.  
    • Vacancies are open to prosecuting attorneys and public and private defense attorneys. 
    • The committee meets as needed and is responsible for monitoring the rules and hearing and accepting comments for further changes.  
    • The current vacancies are for three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2020.
    • Applicants interested in appointment should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and a copy of active attorney registration status so as to be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on Friday, December 6, 2019.   
    • Please submit application materials to AnnMarie S. O'Neill, Clerk of the Appellate Courts, 305 Minnesota Judicial Center, 25 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155 or via email to mjcappellateclerkofcourt@courts.state.mn.us.
    • For additional information, please contact the staff attorney for the committee, Karen Jaszewski, at (651) 297-7585 or karen.jaszewski@courts.state.mn.us  


Women Attorneys of Rochester
  • The Women and Wine event is this Wednesday, November 20, at 5:00 p.m. in the beautiful Cambria Gallery!
    • Tickets are $60 and are available for purchase here:  http://laocmn.org/war-fundraiser/.
    • Enjoy heavy appetizers and wine while we raise money for LAOC's clinic work at the Women's Shelter.
    • For additional information, please email: womenattorneysofrochmn@gmail.com.


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted on our website at https://www.olmstedbar.com/news-and-announcements1 and our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/. 
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Weekly Announcements

11/12/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Our next Bar meeting is at 5:30 p.m. this Thursday, November 14, at Five West.  We hope to see you there!
    • Judge Chase will provide us with an update on the newly launched Third Judicial District Veterans Court.
    • We'll be taking the second vote on whether to increase the amount of our two annual OCBA scholarships from $500 to $1000.
  • Please mark your calendars for our December Bar meeting at noon on Friday, December 13, at Cameo.
    • The Lourdes choir will provide seasonal entertainment.
    • We'll take the first vote on the sponsorship level for the 2020 LAOC Fundraiser.
    • Please respond to this OCBA Gmail account or RSVP to the Facebook event if you plan to attend the December meeting.
  • This Thursday also is Give to the Max Day.  Local nonprofit participants include:
    • Women's Shelter
    • Salvation Army
    • Ronald McDonald House
    • Rochester Symphony
    • Rochester Public Library
    • Gift of Life Transplant House
    • Channel One
    • Bear Creek Services
    • 125 Live
    • Visit  https://www.givemn.org/giving-events/gtmd19/home to search for your favorite community partner and donate today! 


Women Attorneys of Rochester
  • The annual Women and Wine networking event is next Wednesday, November 20, at 5:00 p.m. in the beautiful Cambria Gallery!
    • Tickets are $60 and are available for purchase here:  http://laocmn.org/war-fundraiser/.
    • All proceeds benefit LAOC's clinic work at the Women's Shelter.
    • For additional information, please email: womenattorneysofrochmn@gmail.com 


Have an announcement to share with your OCBA colleagues?  Send your information to the OCBA Gmail account by 8:00 p.m. the preceding Sunday.  Announcements will be posted here and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OlmstedCountyBarAssociation/. 
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Weekly Announcements

11/4/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Our next Bar meeting is at 5:30 p.m. next Thursday, November 14, at Five West.  We hope to see you there!
    • Among other things, we'll be taking the second vote on whether to increase the amount of our two annual OCBA scholarships from $500 to $1000.
  • Remember that the courts and other government entities are closed next Monday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.  Business will resume as usual on Tuesday, November 12.
  • The annual Give to the Max Day campaign is underway!  Early giving began on November 1, with the big finale next Thursday, November 14.
    • Local nonprofit participants include:
      • 125 Live
      • Bear Creek Services
      • Channel One
      • Gift of Life Transplant House
      • Rochester Public Library
      • Rochester Symphony
      • Ronald McDonald House
      • Salvation Army
      • Women's Shelter
    • Visit  https://www.givemn.org/giving-events/gtmd19/home to search for your favorite community partner and donate today! 

Women Attorneys of Rochester
  • Mark your calendars for our annual Women and Wine networking event at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, in the beautiful Cambria Gallery!
    • Tickets are $60 and are available for purchase here:  http://laocmn.org/war-fundraiser/.
    • All proceeds benefit LAOC's clinic work at the Women's Shelter.
    • For additional information, please email: womenattorneysofrochmn@gmail.com 
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Weekly Announcements

10/29/2019

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Olmsted County Bar Association
  • Thanks to everyone who attended our October meeting last Friday.  For those who couldn't make it, highlights included:
    • A unanimous first vote to fund our two annual OCBA academic scholarships in the amount of $1000 each, and
    • A reminder to pay your dues if you haven't done so already.
  • Mark your calendars for our next Bar meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 14, at Five West.
    • Among other things, we will hold the second vote to fund our two annual OCBA academic scholarships in the amount of $1000 each.

Legal Assistance of Olmsted County
  • Spots are still available for the World Series CLE on Wednesday, November 6!
    • The reduced price of $100 includes breakfast, lunch, parking, 6 standard CLE credits, and 1 ethics credit.
    • Local speakers include Jay Adkins, James Godwin, Alyssa Jerde, Bill Volkmar, and Jason Wagner.
    • Registration is available on the LAOC website:  http://laocmn.org/world-series-cle/.
    • Already registered? No problem! We'll refund the $75 difference.
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Women Attorneys of Rochester
  • Mark your calendars for our annual Women and Wine networking event at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, in the beautiful Cambria Gallery!
    • Tickets are $60 and are available for purchase here:  http://laocmn.org/war-fundraiser/.
    • All proceeds benefit LAOC's clinic work at the Women's Shelter.
    • For additional information, please email: womenattorneysofrochmn@gmail.com 
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