Don't Miss: Tomorrow - Professionalism Lecture on Family Law Ethics
Justice Laura Carter Higley, 1st Court of Appeals; Judge David Farr, 312th District Court; and Reginald Hirsch, Law Office of Reginald A. Hirsch, will present "An Hour that Will Impact Your Career: Professionalism and Ethics of Family Law Practice." The program will be held on November 13, 2012, from 8:00-9:00 a.m. at the 8th Floor Attorney Ready Room of the Civil Courthouse, 201 Caroline. The program has been approved for 1 hour of ethics CLE credit.
Click here for more information. There is no charge to attend, but seating is limited. To RSVP, email Claire Nelson at
clairen@hba.org or call her at 713-759-1133.
Last Week - 2013 Roster Proofing Through November 16
The 2013 HBA Pictorial Roster proof will be in the HBA office through November 16. Plan to come by the HBA office, First City Tower, 1001 Fannin, Suite 1300, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday-Friday, to proof your Pictorial Roster information. You will not appear in the Roster if you joined the HBA or renewed your membership after August 31, 2012. Any textual changes made at the proofing session will cost $20.00 per listing. If you have questions, contact the HBA Membership Department at 713-759-1133 or email Ron Riojas (
ronr@hba.org) or Ariana Ochoa (
arianao@hba.org).
MABAH 40th Anniversary Reception, November 15
The Mexican American Bar Association of Houston invites you to its 40th Anniversary and Newly Licensed Attorney Reception on Thursday, November 15, at the Petroleum Club of Houston, 800 Bell, 43rd Floor. Social hour starts at 6 p.m.; the program begins at 7:00 p.m. There will also be a special recognition of Texas Supreme Court Justice David Medina for his service on the court. The reception is free to attend and open to all in the legal community, but an RSVP is necessary. Please contact Angelica Hernandez at
angelica.hernandez@lgbs.com to RSVP or for more information.
Join the Souper Bowl of Caring and Fight Hunger
The HBA will partner with the Souper Bowl of Caring this year by sponsoring a donation drive now through January 16, 2013, and hosting a day of service event at the Houston Food Bank on January 19. The Souper Bowl of Caring is a national movement to fight hunger and poverty in local communities centered around the time leading up to the NFL's Super Bowl Sunday. 100% of donations from HBA's drive will go to the Houston Food Bank, where just $1 buys three meals.
Click here to learn how to make a donation to the drive or volunteer for the January 19 event.
Theatre Under the Stars Offers 20% Discount
HBA members can receive a 20% discount to the 2012-2013 lineup of Theatre Under the Stars programs. Offer is good through December 23. Use promotional code 'HBA' to access discounted tickets.
Click here for more information about upcoming shows, available dates and ordering information.
LegalLine Volunteers Needed November 21
Volunteers are needed for both shifts on Wednesday, November 21. Shifts are from 4:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Email Lucy Fisher at
lucyf@hba.org to volunteer or for more information.
