Continental Breakfast for Registered Spouses/Guests
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. -
Office Practice Update
Moderator: John S. Johnston, Shook, Hardy & Bacon, L.L.P., Vice-President of The Missouri Bar
Faculty
and Topics:
8:00 - Welcoming Remarks
Thomas M. Burke, The Hullverson Law Firm, President of The Missouri Bar
8:15 - Implications of Limited Scope Representation for Missouri Attorneys
Many unanswered questions surround the implications of the
new Supreme Court Rule on limited scope representation,
enacted on July 1, 2008. This session will focus on how the new
rule will impact attorneys and clients, including its potential for
expanding options for the legal representation of low-income and
modest means clients. Deanna K. Scott, Director of Litigation, Legal Services of Southern Missouri
8:45 -The Developing U.S. (And Global) Law in AgriculturalBiotechnology
This session will focus on the developing law in the area of
agricultural biotechnology. It will also address some of the
differences in the law between the U.S. and other countries that
have a robust agricultural biotechnology industry. Reuben Shelton, Senior Counsel-Litigation, Monsanto Company
9:15 -Common Law Tort Liability for an On-the-Job Injury
This session will discuss the question of when an on-the-job injury
is a tort claim and not a workers' compensation claim,
and who decides. Additionally, the question of whether a
co-worker can be liable under common law tort for a fellow
employee’s injury when the employer is not will be explored.
What is the “something more” standard? Walter Simpson, Sanders & Simpson, P.C.
9:45 - Refreshment Break
10:00 -The Status of Non-Compete/Non-Solicitation Agreements
This session will focus on an examination of enforceability
standards and the most recent trends in this important area of
employment law. Brett W. Roubal, Baird, Lightner, Millsap & Harpool, P.C.
10:30 -Hot Tips for Appellate Advocates
In this session you will learn how to approach, frame, and focus
an appeal. Get tips on how to strategize a case of any size and
learn how to select your best tools and options on appeal. Walk
away with winning techniques you can use to advocate your
client’s case more effectively.
W. Edward Reeves, Ward & Reeves
11:00 - Adjourn
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Welcoming
Reception
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15
7:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Registration
7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast for Registered Lawyers
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Continental Breakfast for Registered Spouses/Guests
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Break - 9:45 - 10:00)
Risk Management Program
Christian A. Stiegemeyer, Director of Risk Management, The Bar Plan
Mutual Insurance Company
"Spring Risk Management Program Preview"
12:00 noon - Golf Tournament
Sponsored by The Bar Plan Mutual Insurance
Company
Continental Breakfast for Registered Spouses/Guests
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Civil Trial Practice Update
Moderator: H. A. "Skip" Walther. Walther, Antel, Stamper & Fischer, P.C., President-Elect of The Missouri Bar
Faculty and Topics:
8:00 - Remarks from the Judiciary
8:15 -Drawing the Line: Civility and Professionalism – Pretrial and in the Courtroom
Many lawyers, judges and legal scholars have expressed
concerns about a growing lack of civility and professionalism
in the legal community. But given the nature of our adversarial
system, it can be quite a challenge establishing a bright line
between zealous representation and the unprofessional behavior
worthy of sanctions or other judicial action. Attend this session
featuring a panel of three experienced circuit judges and learn
how they see the problem, how they draw the lines pretrial and
in their courtrooms and what they think can be done to advance
civility and professionalism among lawyers.
Judicial Panel: Hon. Richard C. Bresnahan; Hon. John F. Kintz; Hon. David Lee Vincent III, 21st Judicial Circuit Court
8:45 -Gaining an Early Advantage: Proven Deposition Techniques and Strategies
Experienced litigators know the value of skillful, strategic
questioning when taking depositions. Masterful use of this
critical tool often sets the stage for success, whether you end up
settling the case or proceeding on to trial. This session will focus
on 10 proven techniques and strategies for taking deposition of
opposing parties and witnesses, preparing your own clients and
experts, and using depositions to win in the courtroom. Douglass F. Noland, Noland Law Firm, L.L.C.
9:15 - Paper Battles: Strategies and Tips for Winning the Motion Wars
The effective and strategic use of motions can often make
or break your case. In fact, in most jurisdictions, a significant
number of legal issues are decided on paper. Attend this
session for valuable tips on drafting, timing and filing the pretrial
motions that can often end up being as powerful as your
courtroom advocacy when it comes to winning your case. Patricia A. Sexton, Polsinelli Shalton Flanigan Suelthuas, P.C.
9:45 - Refreshment Break
10:00 -New Family Law Resolution Concepts that May Reshape Missouri’s Family Law Courts
The 25th Judicial Circuit will present a series of short videos on
innovative concepts that assist family law litigants in reaching
amicable resolutions without court trials. Connecticut’s Special Master’s Program, Florida’s Assisted Custody Transition
(ACT) Program, and the Parenting Coordinator Concept in
use in about 10 states will be featured. Also, featured will be promising, homegrown Show-Me state innovations including Missouri’s M.A.R.C.H. (Mediation Achieving Results for
Children) Program, the Transition Youth Initiative (T.Y.I.), and
the 25th’s TAG (Transportation Assistance Grant) Program. Hon. Ralph Haslag and Linda M. Wagoner, 25th Judicial Circuit Court
10:30 - Liability and Damages in Trucking Cases: A BriefIntroduction
Accidents involving large commercial trucks are not simply
personal injury cases. They also involve issues related to
specific laws and regulations governing safety, the violation of
which often results in tragic and deadly accidents. This session
will introduce attendees to the federal/state laws and regulations
governing vehicles engaged in interstate commerce, the
common factors contributing to accidents, the types of injuries
suffered and the damages that can be awarded, if a defendant
is found liable. This includes economic, non-economic losses,
aggravation of pre-existing conditions and punitive damages. Edward J. Hershewe, The Hershewe Law Firm, P.C.
11:00 - Adjourn
11:15 a.m. Board of
Governors' Meeting
6:00 p.m.
Concluding Reception and Dinner (optional/separately ticketed event)
Casual
attire is encouraged throughout the meeting.