Upcoming Idaho Law Foundation and
Idaho State Bar CLE Programs
Registration Policy:
Walk-in registrations will be accepted as space allows. There will be an additional $5.00 fee charged for all walk-in registrations.
For registration questions, please contact Legal Education Department:
Voice: (208) 334-4500
Fax: (208) 334-2764
Cancellation Policy:
Registrations may be canceled without charge if a cancellation request is received at least 48 hours in advance of the program. A $10.00 administrative fee will be charged if a registration is cancelled less than 48 hours prior to the program. Contact Dayna Ferrero at (208) 334-4500 to cancel your registration.
- Course has been approved for Reciprocal Admission Credit.
- Telephonice participation only (no in-person attendance available); must register online to participate.
- Live webcast optional.
ONLY - Webcast participation only (no in-person attendance available); must register online to participate
MARCH
2014 Annual Workers Compensation Seminar
Presented by the ISB Workers Compensation Section
Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7, 2014
Sun Valley Resort - Sun Valley
6.0 CLE Credits of which 0.5 is Ethics
$150.00 - ISB Workers Compensation Section Members
$175.00 - Non-Section Members
$125.00 - Non-Lawyers
FREE - Law Students (Must register via printable registration)
The program for this year's Annual Workers Compensation Seminar will include a Hosted Welcome Reception on Thursday, March 6th, with the following topics and presenters on Friday, March 7th:
- State of the Commission-Issues in Apportionment - Thomas P. Baskin III, J.D. (Idaho Industrial Commission)
- Occupational Information in Vocational Analysis: Past, Present & Future - Mary Barros-Bailey, Ph.D., CRC (Intermountain Vocational Services)
- SMART Act & Other Medicare Updates - Clayton W. Starnes, J.D. (James Street Group)
- Case Law Update - Richard S. Owen, Attorney at Law
- Principles of Functional Capacity Evaluations - Scott Toronto, PT, DPT (Wright Physical Therapy)
- Ethical Perspectives from Bar Counsel - Bradley G. Andrews, J.D. (Idaho State Bar)
- Working with the Industrial Commission Rehabilitation Division: A Panel Discussion - James C. Arnold, J.D. (Petersen, Parkinson & Arnold, PLLC); Susan R. Veltman, J.D. (Breen Veltman Wilson, PLLC); and Terrisa Wyatt (Industrial Commission Rehabilitation Division, Idaho)
For lodging reservations, contact The Sun Valley Resort at 1-800-786-8259.
Annual Flagship Video Replay - Idaho Rules of Evidence: Tips, Traps and Trends (COEUR D'ALENE)
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Friday, March 14, 2014
8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (PDT) - Registration / Continental Breakfast at 8:00 a.m.
Best Western Plus Coeur d'Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway Avenue - Coeur d'Alene
4.0 CLE Credits of which 1.0 is Ethics (RAC Approved)
$110.00 - Standard Registration
This year's Idaho Law Foundation Annual Flagship CLE (held on January 24th) featured some of Idaho's most knowledgeable and experienced practitioners and judges. The group provided in-depth perspectives on the Idaho Rules of Evidence and shared their wealth of insight into the tips, traps and trends of evidentiary issues. Criminal, civil and judicial perspectives were provided, along with an hour long ethics discussion. Topics and presenters included:
- Criminal Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Jan M. Bennetts (Ada County Prosecutor's Office) and Scott McKay (Nevin, Benjamin, McKay & Barlett, LLP)
- Civil Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Nicole C. Hancock (Stoel Rives, LLP) and Walt Bithell (Holland & Hart, LLP)
- Judiciary Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Hon. Warren E. Jones (Idaho Supreme Court) and Hon. Patrick H. Owen (Fourth Judicial District Court)
- Ethical Matters Pertaining to Idaho Rules of Evidence - Bradley G. Andrews (Idaho State Bar Counsel), Hon. Warren E. Jones (Idaho Supreme Court) and Hon. Patrick H. Owen (Fourth Judicial District Court)
NOTE: If you attended this CLE in person or rented the program, you will NOT be eligible to receive additional credits.
Annual Flagship Video Replay - Idaho Rules of Evidence: Tips, Traps and Trends (IDAHO FALLS)
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Friday, March 14, 2014
8:15 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (MDT) - Registration / Continental Breakfast at 8:00 a.m.
Holden Kidwell Hahn & Crapo PLLC, 1000 Riverwalk Drive, Suite 200 - Idaho Falls
4.0 CLE Credits of which 1.0 is Ethics (RAC Approved)
$110.00 - Standard Registration
This year's Idaho Law Foundation Annual Flagship CLE (held on January 24th) featured some of Idaho's most knowledgeable and experienced practitioners and judges. The group provided in-depth perspectives on the Idaho Rules of Evidence and shared their wealth of insight into the tips, traps and trends of evidentiary issues. Criminal, civil and judicial perspectives were provided, along with an hour long ethics discussion. Topics and presenters included:
- Criminal Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Jan M. Bennetts (Ada County Prosecutor's Office) and Scott McKay (Nevin, Benjamin, McKay & Barlett, LLP)
- Civil Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Nicole C. Hancock (Stoel Rives, LLP) and Walt Bithell (Holland & Hart, LLP)
- Judiciary Perspective of Idaho Evidentiary Issues - Hon. Warren E. Jones (Idaho Supreme Court) and Hon. Patrick H. Owen (Fourth Judicial District Court)
- Ethical Matters Pertaining to Idaho Rules of Evidence - Bradley G. Andrews (Idaho State Bar Counsel), Hon. Warren E. Jones (Idaho Supreme Court) and Hon. Patrick H. Owen (Fourth Judicial District Court)
NOTE: If you attended this CLE in person or rented the program, you will NOT be eligible to receive additional credits.
Native American Law Conference: Idaho Indian Law Basics
Sponsored by the ISB Indian Law Section and Univeristy of Idaho College of Law
Friday, March 28, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (PDT) - Registration at 8:00 a.m.
University of Idaho College of Law Courtroom - Moscow
6.0 CLE Credits of which 1.0 is Ethics (RAC Approved)
CLE Registrant: $180.00
This day-long conference will feature ten presentations that cover the most important fundamentals of practicing law in Indian Country today, with a focus on Idaho. The presentations and discussions are designed to provide an updated overview of the fundamentals of Indian law. Presentations and discussion topics include:
- The Federal Indian Trust Responsibility
- Tribal Governments and Sovereign Immunity
- Criminal Jurisdiction
- Taxation
- The Indian Child Welfare Act
- Indian Probate Matters
- Water Rights
This event is open to the public. For more information, please email: Angelique EagleWoman OR Michelle J. Boese-Empey
To view the program agenda, select: NATIVE AMERICAN LAW CONFERENCE
APRIL
When Animals are Part of the Family: Animal Issues in Family Law Cases
Presented by the ISB Animal Law Section and ISB Family Law Section
Thursday, April 10, 2014
1:00 - 5:00 p.m. (MDT) - Registration at 12:30 p.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson - Boise /
3.75 CLE Credits of which 0.5 is Ethics
$140.00 - Animal Law Section and/or Family Law Section Member Registration
$160.00 - Non-Section Registration
$10.00 - Law Students
$50.00 - General Public
Join the ISB Animal Law and Family Sections to discuss the following topics of interest when dealing with the animals in our lives that have become part of the family:
- Litigating Family Law Disputes Pertaining to Animals - Adam P. Karp (Law Office of Adam P. Karp)
- Panel Discussion/Q&A: Animals in Family Law Disputes - Hon. David C. Epis (Fourth Judicial District Magistrate Judge); Linda L.B. Pall (Attorney at Law); and Adam P. Karp (Law Office of Adam P. Karp)
- Identifying and Addressing the Link Between Animal Abuse and Family Violence: Creating Safer Homes for Children and Families - Allie Phillips (National Center for Prosecution of Animal Abuse & National Center for Prosecution of Child Abuse)
- When Can/Should a Lawyer Report Child or Animal Abuse - Bradley G. Andrews (Idaho State Bar)
- Panel Discussion/Q&A: The Animal Abuse/Family Violence Link - Hon. Carolyn M. Minder (Fourth Judicial District Magistrate Judge); Allie Phillips (National Center for Prosecution of Animal Abuse & National Center for Prosecution of Child Abuse); and Bradley G. Andrews (Idaho State Bar)
- The Use of Animals to Assist Witnesses in Trial Preparation or in Court - Kristin Friend (Ada County Prosecutor's Office)
- Panel Discussion/Q&A: Using Animals to Assist Witnesses in Civil or Criminal - Kristin Friend (Ada County Prosecutor's Office) and Allie Phillips (National Center for Prosecution of Animal Abuse & National Center for Prosecution of Child Abuse)
Handling Your First or Next Personal Injury Case
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. (MDT) - Registration at 8:00 a.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson - Boise /
2.0 CLE Credits (RAC Approved)
$55.00 - Early Bird Registration (Prior to April 4)
$70.00 - Standard Registration
$75.00 - Day of Program (Walk-In)
Please join the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association Past President, Jason R.N. Monteleone (Johnson & Monteleone, LLP) for an intriguing discussion on the following topics: Settlement Negotiations; Medical Records; Types of Damages; Insurance, Liens and Subrogation; Expert Testimony; Procedural Steps in Trial; and Legislative and Regulatory Considerations.
MAY
CLE Program Video Replay
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Thursday, May 1, 2014
8:30 - 11:45 a.m. (MDT) - Registration at 8:00 a.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson Street - Boise
3.0 CLE Credits of which 1.5 is Ethics (RAC Approved)
$95.00 - Early Bird Registration (Prior to April 21st)
$110.00 - Standard Registration
$115.00 - Day of Program (Walk-In)
ETHICAL VIEWPOINTS FROM THE JUDICIARY - Originally presented on May 15, 2013
Join the Hon. David W. Gratton (Idaho Court of Appeals), Hon. Michael J. Oths (Ada County Magistrate Court), and Hon. Lynnette L. McHenry (Ada County Magistrate Court) as they provide their perspectives regarding ethical and professionalism matters at various judicial levels. Judge Gratton will cover the Appellate Court; Judge Oths will review the Local Courts as well as provide his observations from the bench; and Judge McHenry will speak regarding Specialty Court and being a newer member of the judiciary.
MARIJUANA? BORDER CONTROL! - Originally presented on July 19, 2013, as part of the ISB Annual Meeting
The legalization of marijuana in the state of Washington is expected to produce $8 billion in tax revenue over the next five years. Communities bordering Washington will be affected by this enacted legislation. The presenters will share concerns from the criminal justice system in Idaho and discuss federal regulations in store by the FDIC, FDA and DEA. Aspects of criminal law, business law, agricultural law and banking law will be discussed.
NOTE: If you rented or attended (in-person or via webcast) either of the programs above, you will NOT be eligible to receive additional credit. Cancellation policy will be strictly enforced.
Idaho Practical Skills Seminar
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Friday, May 2, 2014
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (MDT) - Registration/Continental Breakfast at 7:30 a.m.
Boise Centre on the Grove, 850 W. Front Street - Boise
6.5 CLE Credits of which 1.5 is Ethics (RAC Approved)
$180.00 - Standard Registration
$185.00 - Day of Program (Walk-In)
The Idaho Practical Skills Seminar consists of instruction on Idaho practice and procedure, ethics and professionalism, and current issues and trends in Idaho law and Idaho community property law. This course meets the CLE requirements of Idaho State Bar Commission Rule 206(d) for reciprocal admission applicants to the Idaho State Bar and Rule 402(f) of admission requirements. This program will include the following topics and presenters, as well as a hosted lunch:
- Federal & State Judiciary Panel - Hon. Michael McLaughlin (Idaho Supreme Court); Hon. Lynn Norton (Fourth District Judicial Court); Hon. Theresa Gardunia (Ada County Magistrate Court); and Hon. Larry Boyle (U.S. District Court, District of Idaho)
- Community Property - Charles Bauer (Bauer & French)
- Idaho Civil Procedure - Keely Duke (Duke Scanlan and Hall)
- Idaho Criminal Procedure - Charles Peterson (Peterson Lawyers)
- Ethics for Idaho's Newest Lawyers - Caralee Lambert (Idaho State Bar)
Immediately following the program will be a New Admittee Reception, sponsored by Idaho Trust Bank. The reception will be held at the Bittercreek Alehouse, 246 N. 8th Street in downtown Boise. Attendance is optional.
CLE Idaho: Lunch with the Judiciary
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Friday, May 30, 2014
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (MDT) - Registration/Lunch at 11:30 a.m.
Twin Falls County West Facility, Conference Room B, 630 Addison Avenue West - Twin Falls
1.0 CLE Credit (RAC Approved)
$35.00 - Standard Registration
Join Fifth Judicial District Administrative Judge G. Richard Bevan, Fifth Judicial District Judge John K. Butler and Jerome County Magistrate Judge Thomas H. Borresen as they provide a judicial perspective on the local court rules, share insight on new statewide rules and initiatives, and discuss other matters of interest to local practitioners.
JUNE
Idaho Legislative Review CLE
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. (MDT) - Registration at 8:30 a.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson - Boise
2.0 CLE Credits (RAC Approved)
$55.00 - Early Bird Registration (prior to May 29)
$70.00 - Standard Registration
$75.00 - Day of Program (Walk In)
The Idaho Law Foundation, Inc. proudly presents a review of the 2014 Idaho Legislative Session with Idaho State Senate Majority Leader Bart M. Davis (District 33), Idaho State House Assistant Minority Leader Grant T. Burgoyne (District 16) and Idaho State Representative Luke T. Malek (District 4). The three lawyer-legislators will discuss hot topics from this year's session, with particular emphasis on legislation concerning Idaho's legal community.
JULY
ISB 2014 Annual Meeting
Wednesday, July 16 through Friday, July 18, 2014
Shoshone-Bannock Hotel & Event Center - Fort Hall/Pocatello
For additional information, select: ISB 2014 ANNUAL MEETING
AUGUST
Handling Your First or Next Matter Involving the Sale or Acquisition of a Small Business
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. (MDT) - Registration at 8:30 a.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson - Boise /
2.0 CLE Credits (RAC Approved)
$55.00 - Early Bird Registration (Prior to August 8)
$70.00 - Standard Registration
$75.00 - Day of Program (Walk-In)
The acquisition or sale of a small business often involves the complex interplay of legal, financial, tax and business considerations. University of Idaho College of Law Associate Dean and Idaho Law Foundation CLE Committee Chairperson Lee B. Dillon will provide the attorney in general practice with a good overview of the issues that are critically important in handling their first or next business sale.
SEPTEMBER
Handling Your First or Next Child Support Case - Establishment and Enforcement
Sponsored by the Idaho Law Foundation, Inc.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. (MDT) - Registration at 8:30 a.m.
The Law Center, 525 W. Jefferson - Boise /
2.0 CLE Credits (RAC Approved)
$55.00 - Early Bird Registration (Prior to September 5)
$70.00 - Standard Registration
$75.00 - Day of Program (Walk-In)
Please join Mr. Charles B. Bauer (Bauer & French) for this informative CLE. Mr. Bauer will spend the first hour discussing the forms, process and procedure for establishing child support for your client's child or children. During the second hour, he will outline the options and related steps when enforcement of an existing order is necessary.