Event Description
Pre-registration for this event is closed. To
register, contact tnguyen@mnbars.org
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Due to Covid-19, this program will be
remote-participation only. There is no in-person attendance.
Deadline to Register: July 21,
2020
Join us on July 23, 2020 from 2:00-6:00 pm via webcast to honor
this year’s Raeder Larson Pro Bono Service award winners and attend an
informational presentation by Lawyers Concerned for
Lawyers on the following topics:
2:00 - 3:00 |
When Your Client is
Impaired
1.0 Ethics
Credit
Lawyers often see
clients who appear to be suffering from substance misuse, addiction or other
impairments. While it is not our job to diagnose, what is our role,
responsibility and opportunity? How do our biases govern our actions and
behaviors? What if the issue is not with a client but with a
colleague? The answers are seldom simple and never easy. This
program will provide an ethical framework as well as practical guidance and
resources for lawyers facing these questions.
3:00 - 3:15 |
Break
3:15 - 4:15 | Breaking Stigma While Surviving and Thriving in Challenging
Times
1.0 Elimination of Bias
Credit
In the best of times the legal profession is at risk for
high levels of stress and mental health challenges. During challenging times our
professional and personal lives may seem out of control and this can affect our
work and relationships. This program will identify normal feelings, reactions,
and behaviors, and recognize when they are cause for concern. It will examine
the role of stigma and bias in preventing us from asking for and accessing help
for mental health issues. The program will also identify tools to cope and to
thrive while developing and enhancing skills to identify and address individual
needs.
4:15 - 6:00 | Cocktail reception and award
presentation
This event
is sponsored by the MSBA Bankruptcy Section Pro Bono Committee. Please
note that by attending the program, attendees are agreeing to provide future
volunteer services.
CLE Credits:
2.0 CLE Credits approved (1.0 Ethics Credit and
1.0 Elimination of Bias Credit) | Event Code: 307811
Cost:
Past Pro Bono Volunteers: Free
Future Pro Bono Volunteers: Agreement to provide future volunteer
services on a piecework basis: e.g., a commitment to handle a Chapter 7 filing
pro bono; a commitment to staff the Bankruptcy Advice Clinic for two sessions;
or a commitment to be on the panel for letter-writing, and to serve as needed,
for one year.
Remote Participation:
Remote participation
only. Remote instructions will be emailed to you the
day prior
to the CLE.
Want more information about the Bankruptcy
Law Section ?
To register with a check, please mail in this registration form.
Need to cancel? Please see our cancellation policy.
Questions? Contact Tram
Nguyen | 612-278-6316
The MSBA is committed to
creating an inclusive environment in which all members can participate fully. If
you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event, please notify Tram Nguyen via 612-278-6316 or
email: tnguyen@mnbars.org.
Please provide notification at least 72 hours prior to the meeting to allow
sufficient time to make arrangements for accommodations.