Free Virtual CLE Series: Basics of Filing in State and Federal Courts
Join the Alabama State Bar and the Solo and Small Firm Section for this six-part series, which will be held on Zoom. You'll need to register individually for each one. Learn the basic of filing in each court, while getting an inside look from the Clerks of Court.
Each program has been approved for 1.0 MCLE credit.
Filing in the Alabama Trial Courts (AlaCourt)
Wednesday, Mar. 17 | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Filing in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
Monday, Mar. 22 | 10 - 11 a.m. Register here
Filing in the Alabama Courts of Appeals
Monday, Mar. 29. | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Filing in U.S. District Court
Tuesday, Apr. 6 | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Filing in the Supreme Court of Alabama
Tuesday, Apr. 13 | 12 - 1 p.m. Register here
Filing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court
Date: TBD | 12 - 1 p.m.
Reclaiming Civility in Law, Politics & Life: The Importance of Perspective-Taking in the Legal Profession
Presenters: Joyce Vance and Jay Town Moderator: Cathy Wright
This CLE will underscore the importance and advantages of civil discourse in the legal profession. This course has been approved for 1.0 hour CLE, including 1.0 Ethics.
News and Updates
DEADLINE TODAY: Nominate a Fellow Attorney for ASB Annual Awards
The deadline to submit nominations for awards given at the Bar's Annual Meeting in July is fast approaching. Click here to view the awards, respective criteria and past winners.
The Board of Bar Commissioners of the Alabama State Bar will receive nominations for the William D.”Bill” Scruggs, Jr. Service to the Bar Award, J. Anthony “Tony” McLain Professionalism Award and Judicial Award of Merit through Mar. 15.
Attorney Volunteers Needed for Law Day 2021 | Apr. 30
The Alabama State Bar Lawyer in Every Classroom Committee will be providing lawyers to visit middle school classrooms (6th-8th grades) in-person or virtually Friday, Apr. 30, 2021, to teach students about this year's ABA Law Day theme, "Advancing the Rule of Law Now." Lawyers will be provided lesson plans and resources on the theme that they can use for the class.
If you would like to teach a class in your area, click here and fill out the Attorney Volunteer Form by this Friday. (We currently have a need for more lawyers to sign-up from the following counties: Autauga, Chilton, Montgomery, and Tuscaloosa.)
Appellate Court Information
Click here to view the Alabama Supreme Court decisions and opinions from Mar. 12
Click here to view the Criminal Appeals decisions and opinions from Mar. 12
Click here to view the Civil Appeals decisions and opinions from Mar. 12
#LegalHumor of the Week
Features from the Bar
Featured Member Benefit: Identilect
ASB member benefit partner Identillect, a provider of secure email services, has a special promotion for a $3/month package for attorneys who sign up for an annual business plan - a 60% discount! This limited-time offer expires Mar. 31, 2021. Call (888)781-4080 today to learn more!
#MoreThanALawyer Featuring Kelly McTear
Friday’s #MoreThanALawyer featured Kelly McTear, director of Faulkner Law’s Family Violence Clinic. McTear was nominated by Lauren James. Share your story or nominate a fellow attorney today!
The Alabama Legal Food Frenzy kicks off on Apr. 20, 2021! Lawyers across the state are already pledging their support by registering their firms to participate. You can join the cause and register today!
Legislative Update: Week Five Summary and Bill Tracking
The Alabama State Bar provides legislative status reports concerning legislation that may be of interest to our members.
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Alabama State Bar
P.O Box 671
415 Dexter Ave.
Montgomery, AL 36111
(334) 269-1515
(800) 354-6154 Toll Free
The Alabama State Bar only sends email to its members on activities or events directly connected to the ASB, ASB's committees or sections, Alabama Supreme Court or Administrative Office of Courts. You can control the types of emails you receive from the ASB by logging onto www.alabar.org and changing your preferences.
The Alabama State Bar Lawyer in Every Classroom Committee will be providing lawyers to visit middle school classrooms (6th-8th grades) in-person or virtually Friday, Apr. 30, 2021, to teach students about this year's ABA Law Day theme, "Advancing the Rule of Law Now." Lawyers will be provided lesson plans and resources on the theme that they can use for the class. 
