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REGISTER ONLINE: EARLY-BIRD DEADLINE: WWW.PARALEGALS.ORG AUGUST 15, 2011 Fall Into Minnesota Colors National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. 2011 Annual Convention Bloomington MN | October 13-16 Hilton Minneapolis | St. Paul Airport Mall of America Proudly Hosted by the Minnesota Paralegal Association Registration Brochure ® NFPA, PACE, RP and “NFPA – The Leader of the Paralegal Profession” are all Registered Trademarks/Service Marks of the National Federation of Paralegal Associations, Inc. (NFPA). fact: fact: fact: More than 240,000 new There are over 2 Every 3 minutes, one cases of breast cancer are million breast cancer woman is diagnosed with expected to occur this year. survivors today. breast cancer. Support the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Casual Up! FRIDAY, OCTobER 14, 2011 | MINIMUM DonATIon $5.00 We all know someone or have heard of someone affected by breast cancer. One of the ways NFPA can help fight this disease is by using the privileges we have at our Annual Convention to make an impact in the fight against breast cancer. Friday, October 14th will be casual day to help raise money for breast cancer awareness and funding for mammograms for those in need. It’s simple, fun, and a great way for attendees to become involved in something that saves thousands of lives. What do you wear on Friday, October 14th to support the National Breast Cancer Foundation and Casual Up? The dress code for this particular day will be relaxed. Be creative and inspire your friends or regions to get involved in a good cause. You can wear jeans, a pink T-Shirt or a pink ball-cap. You can even wear pink socks. The point is to be creative and help increase awareness of breast cancer. You can also purchase Casual Up T-Shirts for $20 each…must be ordered by August 30, 2011. Shirts are designed by NFPA and available in adult sizes. (See registration form for ordering information) WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND THE NFPA 2011 ANNUAL CONVENTION? We will show you 9 great reasons that make the NFPA 2011 Annual Convention a MUST ATTEND event. Look for the 9 reason leaves as you read through this brochure. ENHANCE See you at the NFPA 2011 Annual Convention: October 13-16 the Paralegal 9Profession 2 Early Bird Deadline: August 15th | Register Today | www.paralegals.org PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE Wednesday, October 12 Friday, October 14 Casual Up for Breast Cancer! 7:00pm – 9:00pm Cooking Class 7:00am – 5:00pm Join celebrated Hilton Chef Eric Gideon Baker for a fun-filled cooking class Registration where you’ll actively participate and afterwards sit down and enjoy the meal just created. Participation is limited. Cost is $40 per person. 7:00am – 8:00am First Timers’ Meeting 9:00pm – 10:00pm Board of Directors’ Meeting 7:30am – 3:00pm Exhibit Hall Open Thursday, October 13 7:30am – 8:30am Continental Breakfast 7:30am – 5:00pm Registration 8:30am-11:30am NFPA Region Meetings 7:30am – 6:00pm Exhibit Hall Open 9:30am – 10:15am Morning Break + Visit with Exhibitors 7:30am – 8:30am Continental Breakfast 11:30am – 1:00pm Coordinator Appreciation, Networking Lunch and 8:30am – 9:45am Exhibitor Door Prize Drawings Concurrent Educational Sessions 1:00pm – 3:30pm 9:45am – 10:15am NFPA Region Meetings Morning Break + Visit with Exhibitors 2:00pm – 2:45pm 10:15am – 11:30am Afternoon Break Concurrent Educational Sessions 3:45pm – 5:30pm 11:30am – 1:00pm NFPA Leadership Workshops Keynote Luncheon Student Workshop 1:00pm – 2:15pm 6:00pm – 10:00pm Concurrent Educational Sessions Social Event at the Mall of America! 2:15pm – 2:45pm Afternoon Break + Visit with Exhibitors Saturday, October 15 2:45pm – 4:00pm 6:45am – 9:00am Concurrent Educational Sessions Registration 4:30pm – 6:00pm 6:45am – 9:00am Exhibitors’ Reception Continental Breakfast 7:00pm – 10:00pm 7:30am – 8:30am Board of Directors’ Meeting Treasurer’s Meeting 9:00am – 5:30pm Policy Meeting Saturday, October 15, cont... 3 PROGRAM AT-A-GLANCE 10:30am – 10:45am Sunday, October 16 Morning Break 7:45am – 8:30am 12:00pm – 1:30pm Continental Breakfast Awards Luncheon 8:30am – 1:00pm 3:15pm – 3:30pm Policy Meeting EXPERIENCE Afternoon Break 10:15am – 10:30am the Future of 8:00pm – 12:00am Morning Break Paralegals Caucus Meetings 8 3:00pm – 11:30pm Board of Directors’ Meeting KEYnote preSenter Thursday, October 13 11:30am – 1:00pm HONORABLE HELEN MEYER Minnesota Supreme Court Judge Judge Helen Meyer earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work at the University of Minnesota. She earned her J.D. from William Mitchell College of Law and then worked for 20 years as a civil trial lawyer and mediator. She co-founded Pritzker & Meyer in 1987 and established Meyer and Associates in 1996. Judge Meyer is certified as a civil trial specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy and the Minnesota State Bar Association, is a past board member of the Minnesota State Board of Legal Certification and the Minnesota Trial Lawyers Association, and has held leadership positions with the Minnesota State Bar Association and Academy of Certified Trial Lawyers. Judge Meyer served for three and one-half years on Governor Ventura’s Judicial Merit Selection Commission, assisting him in the appointment of over 60 trial court judges and 5 appellate level judges. She was appointed by Governor Ventura as an Associate Justice of the Minnesota Supreme Court in June of 2002. Judge Meyer took the oath of office on August 5, 2002. 4 Early Bird Deadline: August 15th | Register Today | www.paralegals.org 2011 SocIal EVent Friday, October 14 6:00pm – 10:00pm $65 per person (Price includes transportation, dinner, and your choice of mini-golf or a ticket to the Aquarium) Since opening its doors in 1992, Mall of America® has revolutionized the shopping experience and become a leader in retail, entertainment and attractions. Mall of America is one of the top tourist destinations in the country as well as one of the most recognizable brands. Mall of America has earned a national reputation for entertaining guests. From musical acts to celebrity book signings to fashion shows, Mall of America is the Hollywood of the Midwest. Along with coverage in many national and local broadcast and print me- dia outlets, Mall of America has been featured on the Discovery Channel, Travel Channel and TLC. Spend the evening at the world-renowned Mall of America with your fellow professional colleagues and friends. The evening will begin in the Mall’s Great Room with a tasty dinner buffet and fun libations. Following dinner, attendees will participate in Moose Mountain Adventure, an 18-hole miniature golf course or tour the all new the Sea Life™ Aquarium with more than 10,000 sea creatures including jellyfish, seahorses, sea turtles and sharks. Attendees will also have time to explore the Mall’s many shops and entertainment options. Friday, October 14 Event Highlights! www.mallofamerica.com First Timers’ Meeting 7:00 – 8:00 am – Expectations of the Delegates before, during and after Convention! NFPA Leadership Workshops 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm Topics include: Strategic Planning in Tough Economic Times presented by Debra PlannIng A VISIT! Hindin-King Use of Technology for Local Associations – presented by Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau Jessica Swedenhjelm, RP; Dana Murphy-Love, CAE; Kim Walker. 7900 International Drive, Suite 990 Bloomington, MN 55425 (952) 858-8500 www.bloomingtonmn.org Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association ENJOY 250 Marquette Avenue S, Suite 1300 wonderful Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 767-8000 fall colors of www.minneapolis.org 7Minnesota 5 CONTINUING LEGAL EDUCATION 8:30am – 9:45 am 10:15am – 11:30 am 1:00pm - 2:15pm 2:45pm – 4:00 pm The Next Generation: Social Media and the Key Stages in Mergers and Intelligent Review Merger Filings in the 21st Century Paralegal Acquisitions Technology Tamara Kling, Esq. Kim Walker, RP Michael Stanchfield, Esq. Neil Vachhani, Esq. Session S Session A Session G Session M Patent Litigation – Promoting Practical Real Estate Unlocking the Mysteries of the Progress of the Useful Applications for the Intellectual Property Law The Employment Law Alphabet Soup Arts – What Patent Litigation is Professional Paralegal Really About Rich Billion, Esq. Debra Jones, RP Daniel Boris Tim Clise, Esq. Jody Pizzala Session T Session B Session N Session H Trial Preparation and Presentation Options – When You Write, How to Prepare and File a Digital Alternatives Perry Mason Never Prep, Pray, Live Through Trial Get it Right Bankruptcy Petition Saw Shannon Casey Mark Karon, Esq. Barry Rosenzweig, Esq. Christine Chalstrom, Esq. Session O Benjamin Legatt Session C Session I ** Debra Hatlestad Session U Cloud Computing 101: A primer on cloud computing Corporate Compliance Update Hands On Power Point Basics Hands on Power Point Advanced for the law office (FCPA) Kim Walker, RP Kim Walker, RP John Treddenick Michael Samonas, Esq. Session P Session V and Tom Turner Session J Session D Ethical and Professional Ethics for Paralegals Ethics for the Advanced Challenges When A Lawyer Paralegal Ethics for the In-House Paralegals Megan Engelhardt, Esq. Becomes Impaired Karen Santagata, RP Lynda Nelson Maggie Haase, RP Judge James Morrow Joan Bibelhausen, Esq. Session W Session E Session K ** Session Q Litigation and the Federal PACE Overview and How to Rules. What Every Paralegal Hot Topics in Attorney-Client How to Find Federal Resources Prepare to Take PACE Should Know Privilege Liz Reppe, Esq. Judy Stouffer, RP E. Michelle Drake, Esq. Jenny Gassman-Pines, Esq. Session X * ** Session F * ** Session L ** Session R All Sessions are approved for 1.25 CLE’s with the exception of those Sessions indicated with a * EXPAND Sessions approved for PACE Test Prep are indicated with a ** Friendships and 6make new ones 6 Early Bird Deadline: August 15th | Register Today | www.paralegals.org EDUCATION SESSIONS EARN CLE 8:30am – 9:45 am 10:15am – 11:30 am 1:00pm - 2:15pm 2:45pm – 4:00 pm Thursday, October 13 Minnesota Regional Office.