Convention news from the State Bar of Arizona:
While you’re at the State Bar Convention, take advantage of our free mini-seminars. You can squeeze them in between the other programs. No RSVP is required.
All seminars are at the Arizona Biltmore, in the McDowell Room – above the Frank Lloyd Wright Ballroom.
Wednesday, June 24, 1:30 – 1:45 p.m.
Current Trends in eDiscovery – Speaker: Bryan Stubbs, Senior eDiscovery Consultant
This session will review the current trends in electronic discovery, including what changes in the new year and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure will affect law firms and corporations. How BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), social media, and the Cloud are affecting information governance, corporate security, and litigation will also be covered.
Presented by RICOH USA, INC.
Thursday, June 25, 8:15 – 8:30 a.m.
How to Protect Against Cyber Attacks – 7 Things You Need to Know – Speaker: Dave Kinsey
Recent studies indicate that the primary tactics used by cyber-criminals to infiltrate business networks remain highly successful. Are you willing to pay the high cost of an intrusion that could result in hefty fines, damaged reputation, or lost data? Join this seminar for tips on how to identify threats and ways to protect your firm’s most valuable asset.
Presented by Total Networks
Thursday, June 25, 1:30 – 1:45 p.m.
PRACTICAL LAW – Practical Legal Know-How to give lawyers a better starting point – Speaker: Reza Mansouri, Esq.
Introduction to a wide range of practical resources that go beyond and complement primary law and research by providing the resources and knowledge needed to practice more efficiently. Resources discussed include “What’s Market,” practice notes, standard documents and clauses, checklists, legal updates, state Q&As, brief bank tools, cross-border guidance and more. Presented by Thomson Reuters
Friday, June 26, 8:15 – 8:30 a.m.
Lawyers and Trust Accounts – How to Avoid Fraud – Speaker: Tracy L. Ward
Lawyers and their trust accounts continue to be the target of fraud. These scams are growing more sophisticated. Learn about the types of fraud targeting lawyers, red flag warnings, and how to avoid these traps.
Presented by National Bank of Arizona
Friday, June 26, 1:30 – 1:45 p.m.
How to Accept Credit Cards in Your Firm – Speaker: Keith Kauffman
Spend more time practicing law and less time focusing on your accounts receivable! Join LawPay for a presentation at the State Bar of Arizona’s Annual Convention to learn the ins and outs of accepting credit cards in your firm.
Presented by LawPay
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