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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

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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

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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

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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.

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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 media 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

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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. Mr. Boris received a first place Credits The Next Generation: Session A: Social Media and the Paralegal award from the Minnesota Intelligent Review Creative Computer Symposium for5 Social Media and the Key Stages in Mergers and Merger Filings in the 21st Century Paralegal Acquisitions Technology From Facebook to Twitter, from micro-blogs to LinkedIn®. development of a computer program for Tamara Kling, Esq. Learn how to wisely and effectively use social media to pro- Kim Walker, RP Michael Stanchfield, Esq. Neil Vachhani, Esq. the International Right-Of-Way Association. He Session S mote yourself and your organization. We will discuss the do’s is a member of the Minnesota Employee Relocation Session A Session G Session M and don’ts of social media, photo selection, account mainte- Council, Minneapolis Building Owners and Managers nance, paid services v. free services. After this class, you will Association and the Minnesota Association of Mortgage Brokers. have the confidence you need to put together professional Patent Litigation – Promoting Practical Real Estate Unlocking the Mysteries of profiles on any social media site. Session C: “When You Write, Get it Right” Communication the Progress of the Useful Applications for the Intellectual Property Law The Employment Law Alphabet Soup is the Key to Success Arts – What Patent Litigation is Professional Paralegal Kim Walker, RP has been a paralegal for Really About Rich Billion, Esq. Debra Jones, RP over 25 years and currently is a senior liti- This session will show how to make sure what is put into Daniel Boris Tim Clise, Esq. Jody Pizzala Session T gation paralegal with the firm of Berger & words has an impact, how to develop a theme, logical presen- Session B Session N Session H Montague, P.C. in Philadelphia specializing tation of ideas and doing it in proper format. Tips on how to in complex litigation. She is on the board of use primary and secondary sources and proper citation form the Philadelphia Association of Paralegals and how to edit and proof the final product will be discussed. Trial Preparation and Presentation Options – (PAP), co-chair of both the Technology When You Write, How to Prepare and File a Digital Alternatives Perry Mason Never and Medical/Legal Committees for PAP, Mark Karon, Esq. is a Director/ Prep, Pray, Live Through Trial Get it Right Bankruptcy Petition Saw and is an IPE faculty member. Ms. Walker Attorney with the University of Minnesota Shannon Casey Student Legal Service where he Mark Karon, Esq. Barry Rosenzweig, Esq. Christine Chalstrom, Esq. writes extensively about technology and has been published Session O Benjamin Legatt in the Legal Intellingencer, Know and Law.com. She blogs at provides legal counseling and tries cases Session C Session I ** Debra Hatlestad Paralegal Pie, which has been recognized as one of the top in consumer matters, domestic relations, landlord-tenant, criminal defense, civil Session U paralegal blogs. Ms. Walker also volunteers for Maternity Care Coalition and Crossing the Finish Line. litigation, and administrative law. He is also an Assistant Professor at Hamline Cloud Computing 101: A Session B: Practical Real Estate Applications for the University School of Law and an Instructor primer on cloud computing Corporate Compliance Update Hands On Power Point Basics Hands on Power Point Advanced Professional Paralegal for the law office (FCPA) for Hamline University Legal Studies Program and Minnesota Kim Walker, RP Kim Walker, RP Paralegal Institute. Mr. Karon earned his J.D. degree from the John Treddenick Michael Samonas, Esq. This session will explore real estate and some of the matters California Western School of Law. Session P Session V and Tom Turner Session J which turn-up in litigation. Real estate terms, market condi- Session D tions, differences in fee-simple and leased-fee estates will be Session D: Cloud Computing 101: A primer on cloud discussed. Learn what to look for when real estate heads for computing for the law office. Ethical and Professional foreclosure and/or economic implosion. Learn how to react Ethics for Paralegals Ethics for the Advanced Challenges When A Lawyer or initiate responses to issues of property tax appeal, eminent • What is the cloud?How does the cloud work? Paralegal Ethics for the In-House Paralegals • What kinds of services can I get from the cloud? Megan Engelhardt, Esq. Becomes Impaired domain, financing, leasing, and liquidity. Learn how real es- Karen Santagata, RP Lynda Nelson Maggie Haase, RP Judge James Morrow tate got into the current situation and what the prognosis is • What are the economics of cloud computing? Joan Bibelhausen, Esq. Session W for the future. • What types of cloud providers are out there and what do Session E Session K ** they offer? Session Q Daniel Boris is Vice President of The Ap- • What is the Amazon cloud?What is the law of the cloud? praisal Group. His areas of specialization • What about email in the cloud? include appraisal, consultation, market • What about Office documents in the cloud? Litigation and the Federal analysis, litigation and feasibility analy- PACE Overview and How to Rules. What Every Paralegal Hot Topics in Attorney-Client How to Find Federal Resources • What about accounting services in the cloud? Prepare to Take PACE Should Know Privilege sis. Mr. Boris received his Bachelor of Arts John Tredennick Over the past thirty Judy Stouffer, RP Jenny Gassman-Pines, Esq. Liz Reppe, Esq. in Political Science from the University of E. Michelle Drake, Esq. Minnesota. His industry leadership ex- years, John Tredennick has spoken before Session X * ** Session F * ** Session L ** Session R perience includes Chapter President, more national and international audienc- es on legal and technology issues than he Region III of the Appraisal Institute, and committee member of the Ethics and Review Counseling or anyone else can remember. He’s writ- National Committee, Region III. Mr. Boris is a Registered Ap- ten and edited five best-selling books and praiser with the Federal National Mortgage Association, a Fee countless articles on litigation and tech- Appraiser with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Saint Paul, nology issues. Recently, he was named EXPAND Minnesota Regional Office, and a Fee Apprais- one of the “Top 100 Global Technology Leaders” by London’s er with the U.S. Department of Housing and CityTech magazine. He also serves as a member of the Short Friendships and Urban Development, Minneapolis, Course Faculty at the University of Virginia Law School where make new ones 7 EDUCATION SESSIONS

he teaches a course called “Electronic Discovery in a Global responsibilities include the investigation Environment.” John and his team began building web-based and prosecution of complaints of un- litigation repositories in 1998, while still a partner at his firm. professional conduct against Minnesota He founded Catalyst (originally called “CaseShare”) in 2000. lawyers, recommending file dispositions The company has since grown to more than 100 employees in to the director, screening of complaints the U.S. and India. The company is headquartered and main- received by the director, and drafting tains two data centers in the Colorado, with representatives in briefs, admonitions, panel and Supreme major cities across the U. S. Court pleadings. Ms. Engelhardt received her Bachelor of Arts from Michigan TOM TURNER is president and founding State University in 2000 and her J.D. from William Mitchell partner of Document Solutions Inc. (DSi), College of Law in 2003. Before coming to the OLPR, Ms. a Nashville-headquartered firm providing Engelhardt clerked for the Honorable Mark A. Munger in advanced electronic discovery and digital Duluth, Minnesota and was a staff attorney for Indian Legal forensics services, as well as all traditional Assistance in Duluth, Minnesota where she provided repre- litigation support, since 1999. sentation to low-income clients in criminal, child protection, and family matters. A graduate of Randolph-Macon College, where he earned a degree in business and Lynda Nelson started with the economics, Tom began his career in the litigation support in- Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional dustry in 1994 with start-up company Premier Legal. He is a Responsibility (OLPR) as a paralegal in Certified E-Discovery Specialist and has worked in the prac- 1987. Ms. Nelson was appointed paralegal tice of e-discovery since 2001. Tom has worked on hundreds supervisor in 1990 and has served in that of cases that span the e-discovery spectrum, has given many role since that time. Ms. Nelson’s respon- presentations on e-discovery for CLE credits and has made sibilities include investigation, drafting multiple presentations on e-discovery at conferences, semi- charging, dispositional and other docu- nars and training sessions throughout the country. He is the ments, assisting with litigation, auditing author of a recent whitepaper Creating and Implementing an trust accounts, responding to telephone inquiries concern- Information Management Policy and co-author of the white- ing the disciplinary process and/or the status of pending paper The Benefits of Sampling in E-Discovery. In addition complaints, assisting in the administration of trust account to his work with DSi, Tom was a founding partner and Chief overdraft notification program and supervising five other Technology Officer of Paragon Legal Technology Group. He is paralegals. Ms. Nelson is a frequent writer and lecturer in the additionally a member of the Entrepreneur Organization and area of paralegal ethics. She has co-taught the legal ethics a board member of non-profit Watermelon Ministries. Active curriculum to Hamline University paralegal students since in his church, as well, Tom serves on the Brentwood United 2004. Ms. Nelson received her Bachelor’s degree from the Methodist staff parish committee and teaches a Sunday University of Minnesota in 1988. Prior to joining OLPR, she school class with his wife. worked for eight years as an assistant to a lawyer in a general, solo practice. Session E: Ethics for Paralegals Session F: PACE Overview and How to Prepare to Take PACE This session with involve a discussion of the ethical rules that are of interest and applicability to paralegals. Topics of dis- This session will briefly cover the five domains (Administration cussion will include the importance and practicalities of client and Development of Client Legal Matters, Factual and Legal confidentiality, avoiding the unauthorized practice of law, Research, Factual and Legal Writing and Office Administration) restrictions on paralegal communications with opposing par- that make up PACE, provide helpful study tips and discuss ties, the importance of strict compliance with the notarization successful strategies for preparing to take the Exam. requirements, limitations on paralegals acquiring an interest in law firms and legal fees, improper solicitation of clients, ba- Judy Stouffer, RP is the law firm ad- sic trust accounting requirements, conflicts of interest, ethical ministrator and senior paralegal with issues that can arise in litigation settings, and the various ethical implications of law firm websites, electronic documents and social networking sites. Actual disciplinary scenarios will be used to illustrate application of the rules discussed. Megan Engelhardt. Esq. has been an Assistant ENCOURAGE Director with the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility (OLPR) since December 2007. Her 4 new paralegals 8 Early Bird Deadline: August 15th | Register Today | www.paralegals.org EDUCATION SESSIONS

Berner Klaw & Watson LLP, a family law firm in Philadelphia, Session H: Patent Litigation - Promoting the Progress of the Pennsylvania where she has been employed for the past 15 Useful Arts - What Patent Litigation is Really All About years. She earned her Registered Paralegal designation by passing NFPA®’s Paralegal Advanced Competency Exam in This session is an in depth look at issues involved in patent cases August 2008 and is the 2011 PACE®/PCCE Coordinator for Study including burdens of proof and damages theories. Discover how Materials, as well as a Region IV representative on the Pro Bono patent litigation in the Federal District Courts differs from that Committee. Judy has served on the Board of The Philadelphia filed in the U.S. International Trade Commission. Learn about Association of Paralegals (PAP) as Assistant Secretary for Hatch-Waxman litigation involving generic drugs. Gain a bet- the past two years and is PAP’s Primary Representative on ter understanding of patent law and what happens when the Philadelphia Bar’s Board of Governors. She is an active patents are litigated. member of PAP’s Pro Bono, Membership, Family Law, PACE/ RP® and Education Committees, and was the recipient of the Jody Pizzala has worked on intellectu- Association’s 2007 inaugural Pro Bono Award. Judy’s extra- al property litigation at Merchant & Gould curricular activities include co-chairing the Philadelphia Bar for over 32 years and specializes in patent Association’s Green Ribbon Committee, serving as a mentor litigation in the Federal District Courts, for paralegal students and recent graduates, and volunteer- U.S. International Trade Commission ing for both pro bono and community service. She frequently and Federal Circuit Court of Appeals. Ms. writes on a variety of topics that have been published in the Pizzala currently focuses on ANDA litiga- National Paralegal Reporter®, The Philadelphia Forum, the tion involving generic drugs. Philadelphia Bar Reporter® and The Legal Intelligencer. Session I: How to Prepare and File a Bankruptcy Petition

Session G: Key Stages in Mergers and Acquisitions – This session is designed to teach either the beginner or ex- The Inside Story perienced paralegal how to prepare a well-detailed Chapter 7 bankruptcy petition, including, a high level of skills that will This session will focus on merger and acquisition trans- curtail most problems associated with petition preparation. actions in a way that will be beneficial to both new and experienced transactional paralegals. Focusing on practical Barry Rosenzweig, Esq. is an attorney insights as well as legal considerations, discussions will in- specializing in bankruptcy law. He earned clude the mergers and acquisitions process from beginning his Bachelor of Science degree from the to end, including confidentiality agreements, due diligence, University of Minnesota and his J.D. from letters of intent, antitrust, acquisition agreements, closing, the University of Minnesota Law School. price adjustments, and indemnification. Session J: Corporate Compliance Michael Stanchfield, Esq. is a part- Update (Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) ner at the Minneapolis law firm of Faegre & Benson, LLP. He focuses his practice In an increasingly complex regulatory environment, with on mergers and acquisitions, corporate stringent enforcement, corporate ethics and compliance governance, takeover preparedness, and programs continue to evolve. The purpose of this session is general corporate counseling. He rep- to address some of the trends and challenges. During this resents public and private companies session, topics covered will be a review of the fundamen- as buyers and sellers in acquisitions in- tals of an effective compliance program and a discussion of volving various forms of consideration. Mr. Stanchfield has key compliance topics and trends, including: Changes to the significant experience representing financial services, man- U.S. Sentencing Guidelines; Anticorruption regulatory land- ufacturing, technology, and medical device companies in scape (FCPA and the UK Bribery Act); Implications of a recent connection with mergers and acquisitions. In the area of GC debarment; the strategic uses of compliance and ethics corporate governance, Mr. Stanchfield counsels public com- programs to increase shareholder value; third party risk; and panies and their boards on oversight responsibilities, board other new compelling compliance topics, cases and legisla- and committee structures, and fiduciary duties. “Michael tion. Additionally, a review of LexisNexis Stanchfield is a great lawyer who combines experience and solutions that can be used to help mitigate knowledge with excellent judgment and common sense,” risk and demonstrate proof of compliance according to a corporate client interviewed for The Legal will be discussed. 500 United States. An authority on a variety of mergers and acquisitions and general-corporate topics, Mr. Stanchfield is Michael Samonas, Esq. is a Compliance ENCOURAGE a regular speaker and presenter, as well as an award-win- Solutions Specialist for LexisNexis. He new paralegals ning author. has over 23 years of professional experience including 17 years working

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closely with corporate legal and compliance practitioners. as the PACE® Ambassador and co-chair of the 2008 NFPA® His specialties are regulatory compliance and risk assess- annual convention held in Rogers, Arkansas. ment. He has created LexisNexis programs for a number of corporate legal and compliance customers designed to ef- Session L: Litigation and the Federal Rules: What Every fectively monitor and vet laws and regulations, mitigate Paralegal Should Know third-party risk and conduct business transaction due diligence. Through his affiliation with LexisNexis alliances This session will highlight particular rules relating to cal- (Compliance 360, Corpedia and Ethics Point) and membership endaring and discovery which are of particular interest to in the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) and Society of paralegals engaged in litigation. It will also cover recent and Corporate Compliance and Ethics (SCCE), Mr. Samonas has upcoming changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure developed a holistic appreciation for Governance, Risk and and discuss particular aspects of litigation where paralegals Compliance (GRC) and enterprise compliance best practices. need to be particularly conscious of the interaction between He was also featured in the August 2009 issue of Compliance the Federal Rules and any given jurisdiction’s Local Rules. and Ethics Magazine, the official magazine of the Society of E. Michelle Drake, Esq. is a skilled trial Corporate Compliance and Ethics. lawyer dedicated to advancing her clients’ Session K: Ethics for the Advanced Paralegal interests and protecting their civil rights. As a graduate of both Harvard Law School This session will cover ethics for the more experienced parale- and Oxford University who learned to gal, including, but not limited to, conflicts of interest, Chinese practice law by trying high stakes criminal walls and client consent, advanced litigation issues, privilege cases, Ms. Drake possesses a rare combi- issues and issues relating to social networking. nation of elite academic pedigree and real world trial skills. She started her ca- MARGARET “MAGGIE” HAASE, RP, start- reer working as a public defender in Atlanta, Georgia. During ed her legal career in 1968 in Los Angeles, that time, Ms. Drake was lead counsel in hundreds of felony working in the corporate arena. Since criminal cases. She tried many cases, including five murder 1975, she has worked in the IP field, in- cases, to verdict. After working as a public defender for sev- cluding patent, trademark and copyright eral years, Ms. Drake founded her own law firm and expanded infringement litigation; and assisted in the her practice to include civil cases. In 2007, she moved back to filing and prosecution of patents, trade- her home state of Minnesota and joined Nichols Kaster, PLLP marks and copyrights and in all related where she is currently working on numerous cases repre- areas of intellectual property. In 1996, she senting employees in the class and collective context in both received certification from the University of Arkansas. state and federal court. In 2010, Ms. Drake was appointed to the Federal Practice Committee of the U.S. District Court of In 2000, Ms. Haase became interested in NFPA® and joined Minnesota. the organization as an individual member; that same year, she passed PACE®. In 2005, she completed the certification Session M: course for patent paralegals from IPLegalEd, of Cupertino, The Next Generation: Intelligent Review Technology CA, a recognized provider of NFPA®, with an overall score of 99%. She is in her third term as the NFPA® IP Coordinator Efficient and defensible document review requires parties to and is a frequent lecturer in the field of intellectual property discard irrelevant data quickly, review documents proficiently, and ethics. protect privileged and confident data, and extract critical information. Traditional document review, typically conducted In 2007, she participated in the PACE® update and wrote in a linear fashion, often produces inaccuracies and incon- the chapter on Intellectual Property for the recently up- sistencies n process and review decisions. Intelligent Review dated PACE® Study Manual. She also served as co-chair of Technology (IRT) augments the human-inten- the committee formulating the Paralegal Core Competency sive document review process to conduct Exam, scheduled for rollout in November 2011, and wrote faster and cheaper discovery, by au- the Paralegal Profession and Ethics chapters for the PCCE tomating the workflow, prioritization study manual. Ms. Haase has been privileged to be in- and categorization of documents for cluded in the item writing for the new PCC exam, as well as review. This presentation will explore participating in all sessions for exam construction. two document review projects – one conducted with traditional review, one ENLIGHTEN Ms. Haase joined the Arkansas Paralegal Association with IRT – to demonstrate the cost- (ArPA™) in 2005, and has served as ArPA™’s Treasurer and savings, benefits and time efficiencies yourself and Primary Representative since 2006. She previously served that can be achieved using this next 3others

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generation of document review technology. as related opinion, due diligence and licensing matters, for Fortune 500 clients, top 10 acquirers of US patents, Neil Vachhani, Esq. is a Strategic small companies, and individuals. Mr. Clise also practices Account Consultant for Kroll Ontrack. in the area of trademarks. He received his Bachelor’s de- Based at its worldwide corporate head- gree in Electrical Engineering 1992 from Michigan State quarters in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Mr. University and his law degree from the University of Vachhani advises attorneys and oth- Dayton in 1995. He has spoken widely on patent protec- er professionals on all facets of legal tion in Japan, Korea, Europe, and the U.S. technology issues, including electronic evidence and discovery matters. He Session O: Prep, Pray, Live Through Trial works with clients to leverage technology when navigating the legal and technical Refresh or enhance skills intricacies of managing complex discovery requests, and with this comprehensive serves as a conduit between corporate IT and Legal teams. Mr. overview of trial prepa- Vachhani speaks regularly on discovery for continuing legal ration and the vital role education seminars, and is a consistent presenter on a vari- paralegals play in effective ety of discovery-related topics at Kroll Ontrack’s E-Discovery trial readiness. Gain insight Certification Course. Mr. Vachhani received his Bachelor of for how to best manage the ENRICH Arts from the University of Minnesota and his J. D. from the preparation process and University of Minnesota Law School. He is admitted to prac- learn tips from a paralegal your legal tice law in the state of Minnesota. He has also worked on who has prepared for trials and class action litigation and as a judicial intern for the Hon. arbitrations of all types and sizes.2knowledge Michael J. Davis of the United States District Court. Shannon Casey - and resources Session N: In twenty years of paralegal Unlocking the Mysteries of Intellectual Property practice, Ms. Casey has prepared for and participated in numerous trials The keys to the intellectual property kingdom will be taught and arbitrations in the areas of person- through a series of entertaining vignettes. The hero, a al injury, complex commercial litigation paralegal extraordinaire, saves the day and sets the record including shareholder, NASD, and con- straight. Covered in this session will be the basics of patents, tract disputes, toxic tort defense and copyrights, trademarks and trade secrets. The presentation construction. As a former Paralegal will whet anyone’s appetite for the sizzling subject of intel- Manager for a mid-sized Minneapolis based law firm, Ms. lectual property law. Casey coordinated and prepared the firm’s trial cases and provided support and training for a staff of twenty para- Richard Billion, Esq, is a shareholder legals. Now a paralegal at the Valspar Corporation, Ms. of Clise, Billion and Cyr, P.A. He is a reg- Casey uses the lessons learned in two decades of law firm istered patent attorney with 25 years of experience to advise, manage and coordinate the efforts intellectual property law experience. In of law firms representing Valspar in litigation matters. addition to earning a degree in law, Mr. Billion also earned a Master’s in Business Session P: Hands On PowerPoint Basics Administration. Mr. Billion worked for several major corporations including This session is part one to a two session hands-on training IBM, Exxon, and Control Data. Most recently he was Patent class. This session will provide basic instructions of the use of Counsel for Fair Isaac so he brings a keen understanding of PowerPoint software to be used at trial, mediation or settle- various clients’ needs to his practice. ment hearings.

Tim Clise, Esq. is a shareholder of Clise, Discussed will be how to create a dynamic PowerPoint while Billion & Cyr, P.A. He specializes in ac- learning skills that can be used immediately to create pre- quisitions, planning and enforcement sentations with photos, charts and animation. Learn tips for of intellectual property in the U.S. and making a PowerPoint powerful. Learn how to use photos in throughout the world. His practice is fo- PowerPoint to grab attention and captivate the audience. ENLIGHTEN cused on patent protection for medical Learn how to prepare PowerPoint presentations for others. devices, electronics, software, semiconduc- yourself and tors, automotive technology, mechanical Kim Walker, RP others devices, and telecommunications technology, as well

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Session Q: Ethical and Professional Challenges When A addiction concerns as well as work/life balance, stress and Lawyer Becomes Impaired related issues.

This session will cover the generalities of addiction and Joan is a member of the MN State Bar Association, Hennepin mental illness; how impairment arises in representation, and Ramsey County and American Bar Associations, and including families and other parties; the role of the lawyer MN Women Lawyers, among others. She currently serves when a client or party may be impaired; lawyer impairment; on the ABA Commission on Lawyers Assistance Programs case studies and discussion; ethical considerations relating (CoLAP), chairs CoLAP’s Education Committee and is on its to impaired clients and other counsel; and lawyers con- Conference Planning and Judicial Resource Committees. cerned for lawyers programs and services. She has chaired the MSBA Life and the Law Committee and the HCBA Solo and Small Firm Practice Section and has co- Judge JAMES Morrow Professor chaired the HCBA Diversity Committee. Joan also served Morrow has a passion for teaching and on the MSBA Board of Governors and HCBA’s Strategic he has more than 30 years of experience Planning and Leadership Institute task forces. She has de- teaching law students. He also teaches law- veloped and presented numerous CLE and other programs yers and judges. He has taught attorneys and has written on mental health and addiction, career and evidence and trial/appellate advocacy at life balance and satisfaction, stress, diversity, marketing prominent Minnesota law firms since 1989. and other issues of concern to the legal profession. He is a Senior Judge and actively serves as a trial judge in Minnesota. His background Session R: Hot Topics in Attorney-Client Privilege as a trial judge and former U.S. Federal Prosecutor allows Professor Morrow to bring real-life examples to the classroom. In today’s businesses, corporate counsel play a variety of business and legal roles: corporate attorney, business advi- As a judge, Professor Morrow has held many leadership sor, corporate officer, contract negotiator, personnel director positions. He was the co-founder and former chair of The and personal adviser to executives and employees. But the Minnesota Judicial College (for experienced trial judges) attorney-client privilege applies only when corporate coun- from 1989-2006. He was responsible for selecting the fac- sel’s communications provide legal advice. This session will ulty and curriculum (civil/civil procedure, family, criminal, provide insight for paralegals working in-house and with out- court technology, personal development, sentencing and side counsel on how to recognize corporate counsel’s role at evidence) and for teaching evidence. He was selected by any given time in order to determine whether the communi- the Minnesota Supreme Court Education Director to teach cations are privileged. It will also provide practical guidance Adult Learning Theory to faculty judges and serves as a on how to distinguish discoverable business communications member of the Minnesota Judges’ Criminal Benchbook from privileged legal communications. Finally, this session Committee. will address exceptions that may make otherwise privileged communications discoverable or admissible in litigation, with Professor Morrow is active in the American Bar Association particular emphasis on the crime-fraud exception. and has served in many capacities. He is on the board of trustees and is the former Chair of the Minnesota Lawyers Jenny Gassman-Pines, Esq. joined Concerned for Lawyers Commission (Lawyer/Judge Greene Espel in March 2010 after clerking Assistance Programs). He is a member and former Chair of for Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice the ABA Education sub-committee for the Commission on Russell Anderson and practicing at a large Lawyers Assistance Programs. law firm in Minneapolis. She represents corporations and other organizations in Professor Morrow is an active volunteer in Habitat for products liability, employment, and com- Humanity, the Minnesota Adopt-A-Highway program, and mercial litigation. She works extensively the MSBA/LCL 50 mile bike fundraiser. with in-house counsel on both litigation and counseling matters. Ms. Gassman-Pines received her J.D. Joan Bibelhausen, Esq. is Executive from the University of Minnesota Law School in 2006, magna Director of Lawyers Concerned for cum laude, Order of the Coif. She is the 2009 recipient of the Lawyers. Joan received her J.D. from the Arthur T. Pfefer Memorial Award from the Twin Cities Cardozo University of Minnesota Law School and Society and serves on the Board of Directors of Jewish has significant additional training in the Community Action. areas of counseling, mental health and addiction, diversity, employment issues Session S: Merger Filings in the 21st Century and management. She has spent more than two decades working with law- This session will review merger types and the evolution of yers who are at a crossroads because of mental illness and merger activity and give the “big picture” perspective. It will

12 Early Bird Deadline: August 15th | Register Today | www.paralegals.org EDUCATION SESSIONS describe the various types of mergers. It will cover practical him questions. If facts can be shuffled in such a way that it tips for pre-transaction planning. Consolidations, conver- will confuse a witness who isn’t absolutely certain of his story, sions and share exchanges will also be discussed. and if the attorney doesn’t suppress, conceal, or distort any of the actual evidence, I claim the attorney is within his rights.” Tamara Kling, Esq. has been a Government Relations and Regional Do not allow the opposing counsel to “juggle the evidence” Attorney with CT Corporation for over ten or shuffle in facts to “confuse a witness.” Gain a greater rap- years. She works with state bar associations port with the bench and jury by succinctly presenting the and government offices to implement theme of the case and simplify complicated concepts and exchanges in business entity laws. She lec- hibits by displaying key evidence using proven and emerging tures on topics related to business entity courtroom presentation technology. Courtroom presenta- operations and filings. She has lectured tion technology is not a luxury anymore. It is believed jurors on such topics as merger filings, business entity formation, only retain 20% of what they hear, but 80% of what they see. maintenance and termination and the limited liability com- These seasoned professionals will demonstrate and discuss pany. Along with other CT attorneys, Ms. Kling is responsible the practical application of TrialDirector, CaseMap, TimeMap, for maintaining an up-to-date national database of corporate Timeline Express, PowerPoint, video/transcript presentations filing requirements. Ms. Kling is licensed to practice in Illinois. and other emerging courtroom presentation technology. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Loyola University of Chicago and her J. D. from Chicago Kent Regardless of the size of the case, the broad spectrum of College of Law. Prior to joining CT, she practiced trade asso- presentation tools have significantly improved and can add ciation and corporate law with a law firm in Chicago. efficiency and professionalism to your team as well as cost savings to your clients. Session T: The Employment Law Alphabet Soup Christine Chalstrom, Esq. is the FMLA, FLSA, ADEA are just a few of the laws that make up the President and CEO of Shepherd Data alphabet soup of employment law. Explore these laws and oth- Services with over 21 years of litigation ers with practical tips from a paralegal with both in-house and experience, technical education and tech- outside counsel perspective. Whether an entry-level paralegal, nical experience when she founded the a paralegal studying for PACE, or a paralegal just wanting to company in 2002. After running her own become familiar with these laws to become a more informed law office and then expanding her exper- employee, this course will give any paralegal a foundation for tise into the data collection and management arena, Ms. the most common laws in employment law. Chalstrom set up Shepherd Data Services to help attorneys Debra Jones, RP is a paralegal with the solve their technical problems and run their practices more Minneapolis law firm of Greene Espel. She efficiently. She is an attorney, a programmer, certified trainer has over 15 years of paralegal experience in and certified forensic investigator. She has developed com- a variety of areas of law and work environ- prehensive training courses and can custom design program ments including over two years in-house training to suit your specific needs. With extensive project working exclusively in employment law. management experience, Ms. Chalstromwill guide a team Ms. Jones earned her Paralegal Bachelor of through needs assessment to database development to Science degree at Winona State University training to documentation to trial. She will provide reliable and her PACE Registered Paralegal certification in 2007. She service that can be trusted to complete projects on time and served as Minnesota Paralegal Association’s PACE Ambassador with the quality expected. from 2008-2010. Benjamin Legatt, Client Services Session U: Trial Preparation and Presentation Options – Consultant, is a paralegal with 10 years of Digital Alternatives Perry Mason Never Saw extensive hands’on litigation and trial experience, and is also a certified TrialDirector® It’s all about the power of the presentation! A hallmark of the and Relativity® instructor. Mr. Legatt fo- stories is that Perry Mason (with the assistance of his devot- cuses on troubleshooting day-to-day client ed secretary Della Street and his faithful private investigator, technology issues, and utilizes his parale- Paul Drake), once embarked on a case, will juggle the evi- gal experience to assist clients in discovery dence using unusual, even bizarre tactics, in order to mislead the police—but (except for the very earliest novels) always planning and preparation. He leads Shepherd Data Services’ in an ethical fashion. A quote from The Case Of The Long- education and training programs, including the popular “Tips Legged Models (1958): ”It’s my contention, Della, that an - N - Tricks” series as well as customized sessions to meet client attorney doesn’t have to sit back and wait until a witness gets needs. Fluent in oral and written Mandarin Chinese and profi- on the stand and then test his recollection simply by asking cient in French, Mr. Legatt adds a unique skill set to the team.

13 Debra Hatlestad has more than 30 for the Litigation Paralegal and Practical Skills for the years’ experience as a legal assistant, Litigation Paralegal. Most recently, she developed a tech- paralegal and office administrator. As nology workshop for AIPS, together with teaching its Client Services Manager Ms. Hatlestad ethics course for paralegals. makes sure that, from start to finish, no project detail is overlooked. Ms. Session X: How to Find Federal Resources Hatlestad is fluent in all litigation soft- This session will cover how to find federal law, includ- ware programs and has worked as a ing statutes, cases, regulations court rules and the U.S. legal assistant and paralegal for the court, county attor- Constitution. Attendees will learn where to locate federal ney, law enforcement, and large and small firms. Thus, she materials, in print and on-line. In addition, the session will has a keen understanding of client needs at all levels of include using secondary sources to locate federal law. the legal industry. She is prepared to anticipate many of your questions and will assist you through training, im- Liz Reppe, Esq. is the Manager of the Dakota County plementation and product delivery. Law Library in Hastings, Minnesota. She has previously worked as an academic law librarian and as a Product Session V: Hands on PowerPoint Advanced Development Manager at Thomson West. In addition, she This is part two of the two-session hands-on train- taught Legal Research and Writing in the Legal Studies ing class. Learn PowerPoint from beginning to end. Department at Hamline University for four years. Liz In this session there will be the creation of a dynamic earned an M.L.I.S. degree from Dominican University and PowerPoint while learning skills that can be used im- a J. D. from Hamline University School of Law. ve The mediately to create presentations with photos, charts Dates! and animation. Learn tips for making any PowerPoint powerful. Learn how to use photos in PowerPoint to grab attention and captivate any audience. Learn how to prepare PowerPoint presentations for others.

Kim Walker, RP Session W: Ethics for the In-House Paralegal As part of a legal team in an in-house legal department, paralegals must follow strict ethical guidelines, especially PRO BONO CONFERENCE when matters involve their peers. In-house paralegals must The 2011 Pro Bono Conference will have excellent problem-solving skills and integrity. In-house be held on Friday, October 14, 2011, paralegals must be able to protect company assets, manage risks across the business, and adhere to the highest ethical in conjunction with NFPA’s Annual standards. Discover how to effectively work side-by-side Convention in Bloomington, MN. The with clients who are the paralegal’s peers. Conference will include presentations by paralegals working on pro bono KAREN SANTAGATA, RP has over 20 years of experience in the legal field. projects across the country, as well as She is currently a senior paralegal at information on how to start or enhance American Greetings Corporation in your association’s pro bono efforts. Cleveland, Ohio, specializing in em- Further program information will be ployment, litigation, immigration, posted on NFPA’s website as it is avail- insurance defense and product safety. able. You can register for the Pro Bono She has also worked in oil and gas, pro- bate, subrogation, medical malpractice Conference on the NFPA Convention and real estate. She received her paralegal certificate in Registration form. No charge for NFPA 2003 from the American Institute of Paralegals, Inc. (AIPS) members; non-members pay $50 and and became a PACE Registered Paralegal in 2007. She is a non-member students pay $25. The member of the Cleveland Association of Paralegals, Inc. Pro Bono Conference does not in- and has been the NFPA’s Treasurer and Director of Finance clude lunch. There is lunch available since 2008. Ms. Santagata mentors paralegal students at local colleges and other paralegals. She has devel- on that day as part of the Convention oped online CLE seminars for AIPS, including Technology registration.

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Hilton Minneapolis/ On-site Services St. Paul Airport Mall of America • Complimentary airport shuttle every 30 minutes To make guest room reservations and receive NFPA’s • Complimentary shuttle every hour to Mall of America group rate of $159 single/double occupancy, reservations and the Mall of America Light Rail Station must be made by Monday, September 19, 2011 by calling • Complimentary self-parking 1-952-854-2100. You can also make reservations online • Glass-enclosed atrium recreation area with indoor at www.hilton.com. Use code: “NFP”. The cut-off date does not insure availability of rooms. Rates are subject pool and 24-hour fitness center to state and local taxes. To prevent complications upon • Corner Pantry gift shop open 24 hours check-in, please provide all guest names when making your reservations. Hotel Contact Information Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America Hotel Accommodations 3800 American Blvd East The Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport Mall of America Bloomington, MN 55425-1658 hotel is located in the Twin Cities suburb of Bloomington, Phone: 1-952-854-2100 Minnesota, 3 miles from the Minneapolis St. Paul Fax: 1-952-854-8002 International Airport (MSP), 1 mile from the Mall of America, Nickelodeon Universe, American Girl Store, IKEA Region Dinners and easily accessible to all Twin Cities area attractions. There are many local restaurants, including several in the With a full array of amenities, this Bloomington hotel is Mall of America for Region Dinners. The list of restaurants ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Oversized can be found at www.mallofamerica.com/dining standard accommodations offer panoramic views of the downtown Minneapolis St. Paul skyline, Minneapolis/St. Area Attractions Paul International Airport, historic Fort Snelling or the beautiful Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Mall of America Minnesota River Valley. Each room features the Hilton Children’s Museum Serenity Bed Program, Crabtree & Evelyn La Source Science Museum of Minnesota bath amenities, 42-inch flat screen HDTV, work desk Minnesota Zoo with Herman Miller chair, wireless high-speed Internet, Valley Fair PrinterOn remote printing, Cuisinart coffee maker, and Mystic Lake Casino two-line telephones with voicemail and dataport. Minneapolis Institute of Arts Orchestra Hall Nicollet Mall Walker Art Center Thank You to Our 2011 Target Center – Home of the Minnesota Timberwolves Corporate Partners! Target Field – Home of the Minnesota Twins Ordway Xcel Energy Center – Home of the Minnesota Wild and President’s Level Headline Concert Events California University of PA Mall of America Field – Home of the Minnesota Viking RSI Guthrie Theater

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Registration Fees Early Bird Regular Totals Before 8/15 Before 9/13 (After 9/13 add $20) Thursday Education Seminars Member All-Day Rate (includes lunch) $220 $235 $______Non-Member All-Day Rate (includes lunch) $255 $275 $______Student All-Day Rate (includes lunch) $150 $170 $______Member Half-Day Rate (seminars only) $130 $145 $______Non-Member Half-Day Rate (seminars only) $165 $185 $______Student Half-Day Rate (seminars only) $85 $105 $______Member Individual Sessions $65 $______Non-Member Individual Sessions $70 $______

Policy Meeting Local Association Delegates $240 $255 $______(Primary & Secondary only) Local Association Officers $240 $255 $______Policy Meeting Observer (Member) $ 50 $ 70 $______Policy Meeting Observer (Non-Member) $200 $220 $______Policy Meeting Observer (Student) $ 25 $ 45 $______Policy Meeting Observer No Charge $______(MPA/NFPA Non Delegate Coordinators)

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Lunch & Events (indicate number of people for each day) o Member $40 o Thursday x ____ o Friday x ____ o Saturday x ____ $______o Non-Member $50 o Thursday x ____ o Friday x ____ o Saturday x ____ $______o Wednesday Cooking Class $40 x ____ $______o Friday Social Event $65 x ____ $______Please select an entertainment option: o Moose Mountain Adventure o Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium o I will participate in Casual Up For Breast Cancer (Minimum $5 donation) x ____ $______o I would like to order a Casual Up T-Shirt $20 each Adult Size______x ____ $______(must be ordered by August 30, 2011)

Pro Bono Conference

The Pro Bono Conference is a separate NFPA event being held on the same Friday at the same place as the Convention. It is free for NFPA members. There is a nominal charge for non-members. Please note lunch is not included in the Pro Bono conference but the Convention does have a lunch available that day. (see above) Program available at www. paralegals.org. Please indicate below: o I am not attending o Attending as a Non-Member Student ($25) $______o Attending as an NFPA Member (FREE) oAttending as a Non-Member ($50) $______

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If you cannot attend you may send a substitute. Requests for substitution or cancellation must be submitted in writing by e-mail, fax, or regular mail. Cancellations received on or before Monday, October 3, 2011 are subject to a $50.00 fee. Cancellations received after Monday, October 3, 2011 will result in a forfeiture of all fees.

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17 Save The Dates! 2012 Annual Convention & Policy Meeting September 27–30, 2012 Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa Anchorage, Alaska

2013 Annual Convention & Policy Meeting October 3–6, 2013 Marriott Hartford Downtown Hartford, Connecticut

2014 Annual Convention & Policy Meeting Dates and Hotel Pending Dallas, Texas