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Basics of Probate Administration
Friday, November 6

This CLE will cover basics of preparing a probate administration case and tips to efficiently manage the process.
Preparing Your Case, will be a discussion of the various types of probate proceedings: Informal, Formal Unsupervised, Formal Supervised, Summary Administration, Ancillary Proceedings, and Decree of Descent. The focus will be on what factors to consider when deciding which type of proceeding should be used, and what information is needed to present to the court. Creditors claims and issues unique to claims will also be discussed, along with ethical considerations for attorneys and personal representatives.

Keeping it all Straight will include practical tips on how to conduct the initial interview with your client, determining and docketing important dates and deadlines, creating and keeping checklists of administration tasks, and protecting your client from liability and yourself from malpractice.

Presented by: Dean Maus, Ramsey County Probate Court Referee and Barbara Kristiansson, Felhaber, Larson, Fenlon & Vogt

Time: 12:30 to 4:15 p.m.
Registration: 12:00 to 12:30 p.m.
Location: First National Bank Building Conference Center Training Room, 332 Minnesota Street, St. Paul
Cost: (includes lunch) $55 for RCBA members; $80 for non-members; FREE for law students
3 standard CLE credits applied for
To register, contact the RCBA office at (651) 222-0846, send an email to info@ramseybar.org,or register online at www.ramseybar.org/cles.html.

Custody Law From Start to Finish
Friday, November 20

The presenters will entertain and inform you with a role-play. A new attorney, played by Ms. Van Ert and Ms. Billings, asks a senior attorney for guidance on a case that presents intricate family law issues. Thomas Tuft and Scott Rodman will play the senior attorney. The role-play will cover various aspects of custody, including the statutory custody factors, custody evaluations and third party custody. Additional topics include temporary relief, relocation, interstate issues, special needs children, modification, probate issues and multiple alternative dispute resolution methods.

Presented by: Thomas Tuft, Scott M. Rodman, Letty M-S Van Ert, and Nicole E. Billings, all of Tuft & Arnold PLLC

Time: 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.
Registration: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: First National Bank Building Conference Center Training Room, 332 Minnesota Street, St. Paul
Cost: (includes lunch) $40 for RCBA members; $55 for non-members; FREE for law students
2 standard CLE credits approved
To register, contact the RCBA office at (651) 222-0846, send an email to info@ramseybar.org,or register online at www.ramseybar.org/cles.html.

**Visit the New Lawyers Section web page for upcoming events and opportunities!
www.ramseybar.org/newlawyers.html

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Solo Practice: Is it right for you?
Wednesday, November 4, 5 to 6:30, Room 1
Dana Bartocci and Sam Glover, Moderators
Sam Glover is the owner of his own practice, www.consumerlawyer.mn, and will be leading a candid conversation on what it takes to start and maintain your own practice. We will be discussing all of the issues you should consider before hanging out your own shingle and discussing how to decide if it is right for you.

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Don't miss the information session for the 2010 Upper Midwest Human Rights Fellowships coming up:

Thurs., Oct. 29, 12:15-1:45, Rm 55

Pizza will be served!

Upper Midwest Human Rights Fellows receive an award to cover their costs, and in some instances also to provide a modest stipend, as they serve approximately ten weeks as volunteers with a human rights advocacy or service organization of their choosing, worldwide. These fellowships are funded by numerous generous groups and individuals, notably including the Robina Foundation. The program is sponsored by the Law School's Human Rights Center. The event includes presentations and a chance to ask your own questions.

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The Partnership posts a list of college and university career and internship fairs on their student Web site.

Agencies: Check out a list of upcoming career fairs happening at schools across the country.

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The Law School Democrats are pleased to invite you the remaining speakers in our Candidates for Governor Speaker Series.

Please take the time to join your students at our following events.

We hope to see you there,

Heather Abraham and Adam Tomczik
Co-Presidents, Law School Democrats

* CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNOR SPEAKER SERIES Dates :*

* Thurs. Oct. 22*_ - Rep. Margaret Anderson Kelliher. Location: Room 50. Free lunch. Kelliher is the current Speaker of the Minnesota House of Representatives. http://margaretforgovernor.com/

* Mon. Oct. 26* - Sen. John Marty. Location: Auerbach. Marty is the chair of the Minnesota Senate's Health, Housing and Family Security Committee. http://www.johnmarty.org/

* Fri. Nov. 6_* - Rep. Paul Thissen. Location: Auerbach. Thissen is the chair of the Minnesota House's Health and Human Services Committee. http://www.paulthissen.com/

Note the CPDC supports student organizations regardless of political and/or religious affiliations.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. In support of that cause, WLSA will hold a bake sale in the sub-plaza over the lunch hour on October 29th and 30th. All proceeds will go to Susan G. Komen for the Cure to support breast cancer research. If interested in creating treats to donate, please e-mail me at elizabethkaran@gmail.com for drop-off times and requirements. If interested in eating cookies, brownies, muffins, bars etc., please stop by.

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Government Job & Internship Fair
http://mcucsa.org/govjobfair
Monday, October 26th, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
at University of Minnesota, Minneapolis - Coffman Union

Just a few of the opportunities for YOU:

Business:
-- Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring Loan Specialists and Review Appraisers
-- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is looking for interns for the Summer Honors Business Program and Examiners

Health and Human Services:
-- Minnesota Department of Human Services is looking for interns
-- VA Medical Center is looking for interns
-- The Food Safety and Inspection Service, USDA, is hiring Food Inspectors.
Science and Engineering:
-- USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service has internships in Natural Resources , Soil Conservation,
Soil Science and Agricultural or Civil Engineering
-- FDA / Center for Veterinary Medicine for internships in Animal Science and Veterinary Medical Officer Internship
-- Food Safety and Inspection Service, USDA, has a Veterinary Medical Officer Internship

Also hiring:
-- FBI, special agents
-- MN Dept of Public Safety, state troopers
-- Senator Amy Klobuchar, intern

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There's a lot to know about student debt relief and the College Cost Reduction and Access Act. Attend a free, live webinar to learn more about public service loan forgiveness, income-based repayment and how to qualify.

Click here for more information.

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Lime Corporate Recruitment for Students with Disabilities
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
5:15 pm to 7:15 pm
Downtown Minneapolis Target (bus transit provided by Lime Connect)

This is a special event for U of M students with disabilities. This recruiting event is coordinated and hosted by Lime Connect, a nonprofit organization working to connect employers and students with disabilities.

Students with all disabilities can attend this event to network with corporate recruiters and with representatives from Lime Connect. You'll also learn more about how Lime Connect works. Companies represented at this event include Bank of America/Merrill Lynch, PepsiCo, Target, Goldman Sach, and Google. They're recruiting students with disabiltiies for internships and full-time positions.

Find details and registration information at:
http://www.cclc.umn.edu/Events/Lime_Recruitment.html

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Here is an informative article federal job seeking by Barbara Reinhold, Monster Contributing Writer

According to the Office of Personnel Management, in the next 10 years, 60 percent of federal workers will be retiring. There is plenty of opportunity, but job seekers need to remember that the process for landing a job with the federal government is radically different than what they may be used to in the private sector.

We've compiled six common myths job seekers believe when going for that government job, based on calls and emails to the USAJOBS customer support team and feedback from federal recruiters.

Click here for the entire article with the six myths .

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Check out this article by Evan Brown.

"These days there is a lot of talk about lawyers using social media -- writing blogs, posting to Twitter and maintaining profiles on sites like LinkedIn and Facebook. This popularity might be due to the wider availability of social media tools and the shifting demographic of a profession that has more digitally raised attorneys joining its ranks. The downturned economy may play a role in this as well, with lawyers looking for new ways to find work.

These days there is a lot of talk about lawyers using social media -- writing blogs, posting to Twitter and maintaining profiles on sites like LinkedIn and Facebook. This popularity might be due to the wider availability of social media tools and the shifting demographic of a profession that has more digitally raised attorneys joining its ranks. The downturned economy may play a role in this as well, with lawyers looking for new ways to find work.

Because social media is a time investment, one should determine whether the pursuit is worthwhile. No doubt there are plenty of social media proponents singing the praises of concepts like connection, community and collaboration. We hear talk about transparency and how "content can be your best advertising." One can certainly bring about positive results through a planned and disciplined social media strategy.

This article recommends using social media for business and career development, and presents five non-exhaustive reasons why attorneys should consider using social media for themselves or for their firms. The what and how of blogging, Twitter, Facebook, etc., are beyond the scope of what is covered here. This discussion is about why a lawyer might want to use social media."

Click here for the entire article.

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...and gets experience, training, contacts and more.

Please take a moment and note the many professional development resources at the Hennepin County Bar Association.

Serving member attorneys and the community since 1919, the Hennepin County Bar Association is Minnesota's largest district bar association.

The HCBA provides its 8,000+ members with continuing legal education, publications and professional development, networking and mentoring, and opportunities for pro bono work and service to the community.

HCBA News & Association Updates

CLEs and Events

See more here.

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If you are interested in a career in public interest, this is a must! Meet public interest and government lawyers from the local community and learn what it is like to work as a lawyer in public interest or government. This career fair is sponsored by the Minnesota Justice Foundation and the 4 area law schools. This year, the expo will be held right here at the University of Minnesota Law School on Wednesday, October 28, 2009. The MJF Clerkship Panel will be held from 4:30-5:00pm in Room 30 and the Expo will run from 5:00-7:00pm in Auerbach and Spannus Commons.

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