Continuing Legal Education
Regulators Association
2014 CLEreg Annual Meeting August 3 - 5, 2014 The Westin Copley Place - Boston, MA Con nuing Legal Educa on Regulators Associa on
Dear MCLE Regulators and Friends of CLEreg,
It is our pleasure to invite you to Boston for the 2014 CLEreg Annual Mee ng. As always, our Annual Mee ng provides educa onal and networking opportuni es for regulators, both new and established. Please join us in Boston for dynamic sessions covering the latest trends in MCLE and opportuni es to learn how other states regulate and administer MCLE.
Highlights of the 2014 Mid‐year Mee ng include:
Panel Discussion on Reviewing Rules and Making Changes Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCS) Panel Discussion Technology Presenta on ACLEA/CLEreg Meet & Greet And the always popular ‐‐ What’s New in Your State?
Visit our website at www.clereg.org and register for the Annual Mee ng before July 11th to receive the Early Bird rate of $325. (Late registra on is $375.) While you’re there, please confirm your state’s membership status and, if necessary, renew online. Ques ons logging into clereg.org may be directed to Katey Buggy: [email protected]. Also, please take a moment to review and update your state’s informa on on the Official CLEreg MCLE Guide. See you in Boston!
Sincerely,
Denise Cline CLEreg President
Register Online: www.clereg.org Please join us in Boston
The CLEreg Planning Commi ee and Execu ve Commi ee have planned an exci ng conference for your professional educa on and enjoyment. We hope you can a end.
About CLEreg CLEreg is the acronym for the Con nuing Legal Educa on Regulators Associa on. Our group has been providing educa on and networking opportuni es for regulators in Mandatory CLE jurisdic ons since 1986. CLEreg also connects members via a listserv that provides invaluable day‐to‐day support from peers. We currently represent 46 mandatory CLE jurisdic ons and welcome new and exis ng regulatory jurisdic ons from around the world to join us. In most jurisdic ons, regulatory du es include program accredita on and a orney record‐keeping du es for CLE program a endance. CLEreg also maintains an MCLE Guide to the rules and regula ons of each jurisdic on. For more informa on, see our website at www.clereg.org.
2014 Annual Mee ng Planning Commi ee Katey Buggy (PA), Denise Cline, (OR), Susan Christoff (OH), Jenny Hubach (NV), Sydnie Kuhre (UT), Elvia Mondragon (CO), Yanneck Ostaficzuk (QC), Teresa Seibert (TN) and Shelley Su on (KS).
CLEreg Execu ve Commi ee President: Denise Cline (OR) Vice President: Teresa Seibert (TN) Secretary: Susan Christoff (OH) Treasurer: Nancy Smith (TX) Past Presidents: Sydnie Kuhre (UT); Angela Parks (AL)
Conference Registra on Register Online at: www.clereg.org.
Early Bird Registra on Fee (on or before July 11)……………………..…………………..$325.00 Late Registra on Fee (a er July 11) ………………...……………………………..………….. $375.00 CLEreg Guest Recep on Fee…….…………..……………...……..….…………………….…….…$30.00
Hotel Accommoda ons Hotel reserva ons at The Wes n Copley Place can be made online or by phone. Be sure to ask for the ACLEA group rate of $209/night for a standard room. This rate is available un l July 8 or un l room block is full. Remember to make your reserva ons early. Online: www.starwoodmee ng.com/book/aclea2014 Phone: 888.627.7216
CLEreg Cancella on Policy CLEreg will refund the conference registra on fee (except for a $50 processing fee) if we receive a wri en cancella on and request for a refund on or before July 20. There will be no refunds on cancella ons received a er July 20.
Ques ons and Other Informa on If you have any ques ons, please contact CLEreg’s President Denise Cline at (503) 431‐6315 or via email [email protected]. For informa on on CLEreg’s scholarship policy, please visit www.clereg.org.
Accommodation Information
The Westin Copley Place Hotel is located in Copley Square, approximately four miles from Boston Logan International Airport. Local attractions include Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston Common, and the Duck Tours which are all within a mile of the hotel.
The hotel is ideally located in Back Bay and puts you minutes from shopping, entertainment, Boston Back Bay restaurants and the financial district.
The hotel features amenities such as Westin’s Gym with indoor pool, shopping in the retail gallery at Copley Place, skywalk access to more than 100 shops at Copley Place and the Prudential Center. The Westin Copley Place offers the kind of comfort and class guests desire.
Hotel reservations can be made online or by phone. Be sure to ask for the ACLEA group rate of $209/night for a standard room. This rate is available until July 8 or until room block is full. Remember to make your reservations early.
Online: www.starwoodmeeting.com/book/aclea2014
Phone: 888.627.7216
Transportation Information
Getting to the Westin Copley Place Hotel
We recommend that you fly into Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), which is an approximate 20 minute drive from the hotel.
Taxi Service - The approximate taxi fare for transportation from the airport to the hotel is $25 - $35 one way.
Go Boston Shuttle Service - This service must be pre-scheduled and is $17 pp. Please call (888) 437-4379 or visit www.gobostonshuttle.com.
The Back Bay Logan Express - This service runs every 20 minutes from the airport. It is $5 pp and the drop off point is across the street from the hotel.
Parking at the Westin - The hotel only offers valet parking. The current rate is $51 per night with unlimited in/out access.
CLEreg Annual Mee ng Conference Schedule Sunday, August 3, 2014
4:00 ‐ 5:00 pm CLEreg Mee ng Registra on
Monday, August 4, 2014 8:00 ‐ 9:00 am Registra on and Breakfast 9:00 ‐ 9:15 am President’s Welcome and Introduc on of A endees President Denise Cline (OR) 9:15 ‐ 10:15 am Tackling Rule Changes ‐ Rule changes are an inevitable part of the game for CLE. From start to finish, what can the CLE regulator do to make the process easier for all par es? Bring your ps and experiences with facilita ng rule changes in your state. Big or small – we want to hear them all. This group discussion is sure to be lively and interes ng! Facilitator: Shelley Su on 10:15 ‐ 10:30 am Break 10:30—11:30 am MOOCS: The Next Revolu on of Distance Learning ‐ Ever heard of EdX, a worldwide ini a ve launched in Massachuse s, by Harvard and MIT? Distance learning is going massive, open and free with other providers jumping in. During this panel presenta on, the par cipants will learn what MOOCs are and will be able to discuss if MOOCs have a future as part of legal educa on. A er outlining several issues that MOOCs may bring up in the context of CLE, we will be able to iden fy poten al modifica ons to our current set of rules and regula ons to adapt to new ways of learning. Panelists: Maryanne Jensen, Esq., Ki y Hymel and Yanneck Ostaficzuk 11:30 ‐ 1:00 pm Lunch on your own 1:00 ‐ 2:00 pm 20 Ques ons: Prepping for Online CLE Management ‐ 20 ques ons you need to ask to prepare for on‐line CLE repor ng and compliance. Interac ve discussion on the project management of migra ng to on‐line CLE repor ng. A look at technology, culture and business opera ons that can have an impact on this important transi on. Presenter: Lincoln Mead 2:00 ‐ 3:00 pm ACLEA/CLEreg Meet & Greet 3:00 pm Adjourn
5:00 pm ‐ 7 pm CLEreg Recep on ‐ Skywalk Observatory ‐ Pruden al Tower
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
8:00 ‐ 9:00 am Breakfast 9:00 ‐ 9:30 am Business Mee ng 9:30 ‐ 11:00 am What’s new in your state? State‐by‐state accounts of emerging issues, new developments and regional trends in MCLE. Moderated by: Denise Cline, CLEreg President 11:15 ‐ 12:00 pm ACLEA Cri cal Issues Summit Group: CLE to Improve Lawyer Core Competencies ‐ Join a discussion led by CLEreg administrators from Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania about the evolu on of and prognosis for competency‐ based learning and gain a be er understanding of the similari es of course offerings to improve lawyers skills to prac ce. Regulator a endance is encouraged. Presenters: Dan Levering, Karen Litscher‐Johnson and Julia Orzeske
12:00 pm Adjourn
Dining Options
Fogo De Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
The Boston Fogo® is located in the historic Copley Square, across the street from The Boston Public Library and literally steps from Trinity Church and the Hancock Building. The location is ideal for locals and tourists alike.
Atlantic Fish
Located at 761 Boylston Street, Atlantic Fish is a landmark for Boston's best seafood that offers guests the freshest fish and seafood available. Menus are printed every day to reflect only the freshest seafood available daily. The enchanting outdoor patio is the perfect spot for enjoying cocktails and signature seafood dishes.
Lucca Back Bay The sister restaurant of Lucca in the North End embraces classic Italian cuisine with a contemporary approach. From house-made pasta and breads, to handcrafted desserts, the cuisine is a thoughtful, well executed, process. Lucca Back Bay offers two dining styles. The elegant main dining room at Lucca Back Bay is the perfect place to relax and enjoy world-class cuisine and exceptional service in a fine dining atmosphere. The cozy and intimate lounge at Lucca Back Bay is a great place to hang out after work, whether that’s at 5pm or 1am. We have been told that we have the best burger in town, a staple on our bar menu which is served nightly until 1am.
CLEreg Reception - Monday, August 4, 2014 @ 5 p.m.
Prudential Center Skywalk Observatory
800 Boylston Street Boston, MA
Join us Monday from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm for a reception with your colleagues at the Skywalk Observatory. Enjoy sampling hors d' oeuvres and networking while enjoying the views of the city.
Located on the 50th Floor, The Prudential Center Skywalk Observatory is the only observatory in New England that offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city. On a clear day, you can see up to 100 miles away - a great way to get acquainted with the city. Views include Boston's Hancock Tower, the Boston Common and Public Garden, The Charles River, MIT, Harvard University, and countless other Boston landmarks. Local Area Attractions
Museums From history to science to arts, Boston is home to some of the world's best museums dedicated to bringing education and culture to Boston locals and tourists alike. The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts, is one of the largest museums in the United States. It contains more than 450,000 works of art, making it one of the most comprehensive collections in the Americas. With more than one million visitors a year, it is (as of 2013) the 62nd most-visited art museum in the world. Boston Children’s Museum is the second oldest, and one of the most influential children’s museums in the world. It was founded in 1913 by the Science Teachers' Bureau, a group of visionary educators dedicated to providing new resources for both teachers and students, as a center for the exchange of materials and ideas to advance the teaching of science.
New England Aquarium The New England Aquarium, which opened in 1969, is a global leader in ocean exploration and marine conservation. The Aquarium is one of the premier visitor attractions in Boston, with over 1.3 million visitors a year, and a major public education resource. The Aquarium has completed a spectacular renovation of its centerpiece exhibit, the Giant Ocean Tank, and it is home to a stunning new Caribbean coral reef teeming with more animals than ever before. Watch the transformation of the tank unfold in this timelapse video. Today your Aquarium adventure includes sea turtles, stingrays, bustling penguin colonies, playful seals and a series of kid- friendly touch tanks.
Faneuil Hall Marketplace Located in downtown Boston, steps away from the waterfront, Faneuil Hall Marketplace is alive today as it was in 1742 when our nation's fathers proclaimed it "The Cradle of Liberty." Over 70 retailers and 40 office tenants occupy the 200,000 square feet of retail and 160,000 square feet of space on Boston's iconic mixed use festival marketplace. Customers enjoy unique, locally loved, and nationally recognized shops while indulging in the worldwide cuisine at our restaurants, pubs, and in the world-famous Quincy Market Colonnade. The cobblestone promenades are filled with the music and jaw-dropping routines of world-renowned street performers and musicians.
Theatres Rich in history and design, many of Boston's theaters feature original architecture and detail. Through the years, performing arts has graced the stages of our local Boston theaters bringing entertainment to those of all ages. The "Theater District" in downtown Boston is only a 5 block walk from The Westin Copley Place Boston.
Charles Playhouse Colonial Theatre Opera House Wang Center Wilbur Theatre Shubert Theatre Shopping Within blocks of the hotel you'll find a shopper's dream! Shopping is one of the best things to do in Boston, with world-renowned Newbury Street just a block away. Explore unique boutiques and high-end retailers and plenty of dining options. Or, connected via indoor walkway, guests can enjoy the Shops at Copley Place with stores like Neiman Marcus, J. Crew, Gap, Brookstone and Coach.
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