Hello HABA -
Our annual banquet was a great success on October 4th. We had over 120 people attend, representing law firms, government entities, non-profits, schools and universities, private and public companies, and the support of our fellow bar associations. Check out our banquet sponsors and the link to our photobooth photos below. Our preliminary estimates are that we raised enough funds to offer another scholarship next year and continue with our programs!
This December we invite you to get to know other HABA members while making a difference. HABA is coordinating a volunteer session at Feed My Starving Children where we will work in teams to pack nutritious meals to kids in need all over the world. I've volunteered before at Feed My Starving Children and it's always a fun and meaningful experience. You are encouraged to bring friends and family. I hope you will sign up today!
- Mai Lee Yang, HABA President
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Where: Feed My Starving Children
990 Lone Oak Road, Suite 136
Eagan, MN 55121
When: Saturday, December 7, 2019
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Why: Get to know other HABA members while making a difference. FMSC is a charity that partners with volunteers to pack and ship nutritious meals to kids in needs all over the world. FMSC consistently receives the highest awards for accountability and transparency, with more than 90% of total donations dedicated directly towards feeding kids in need.
Details: Minimum age for volunteering is 5 years old; anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Please check out the volunteering FAQs and Policies at https://www.fmsc.org/get-involved/volunteer-info
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If you attended one of our CLE events this year, please find below the CLE Event Code number:
271808: Immigration Basics
277411: Commercial Real Estate Law 101
278336: Lawyering in the Age of Social Media
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Events in the Legal Community
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Ramsey County Bar Association: Families First Halloween Party
October 28, 2019
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
John A. Johnson Elementary School
740 York Avenue
St. Paul, MN
Volunteers are needed, see event website.
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- Minnesota Attorney General. The Attorney General’s Office has several attorney positions open: Assistant Attorney General, Antitrust Division, and Criminal Trial Attorney. For additional information, see the job posting on MN AG's website.
- Senior Attorney - Real Estate and Economic Development, City of St. Paul. The position will provide legal services in support of the Dept. of Planning and Economic Development, the City's Housing and Redevelopment Authority, and the Saint Paul Port Authority. Click to view job posting, closes October 25, 2019.
- Transactional Attorney; Business Litigation Associate, Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. has two openings in their Minnesota offices. To apply and for additional information, see www.fredlaw.com/careers.
- Panel Attorneys, Criminal Defense Services, Inc. (CDSI). CDSI is a nonprofit serving clients in Ramsey County, Minnesota. Our attorneys provide representation at a reduced rate to people who do not qualify for the public defender but cannot afford private attorney rates. CDSI attorneys are compensated at a flat fee for their services based on the type of case handled. Working with CDSI is a great way to give back tot he community, gain courtroom experience, develop a solid reputation with Ramsey County justice partners, and supplement an existing practice. For more information, see criminaldefenseservices.org.
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Commission/Board Vacancies
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The City of Saint Paul actively seeks applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences to reflect the views and effectively represent the diverse communities of Saint Paul. Appointments are generally made when serving members have reached their term limits or when members leave the committee, board or commission for other reasons, such as resignation. Click on https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/mayors-office/committees-boards-and-commissions for additional information.
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Governor's Children's Cabinet Advisory Council. The Advisory Council will make recommendations to and help to support engagement with the Children's Cabinet. Members will be asked to focus on equity and addressing the opportunity gap from a whole family, whole system approach. The Advisory Council seeks to have representation from the following: i. individuals with the perspective of children and families; ii. diverse and underrepresented communities, and; iii. administrators, counties, tribes, and school districts serving children, youth, and families.
Review other state board and commissions at: https://commissionsandappointments.sos.state.mn.us/
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Minnesota Judicial Council
The Minnesota Judicial Council is seeking applications from those who would like to serve on the Minnesota Judicial Branch Committee for Equality and Justice (CEJ). Committee members serve staggered three-year terms and no member shall serve more than two consecutive terms. The term begins January 1, 2020. CEJ was established to work collaboratively across the Judicial Branch to advance efforts to eliminate bias from court operations, promote equal access to the courts, and inspire a high level of trust and public confidence in the Minnesota Judicial Branch. Membership for CEJ is reflective of the state's geographic and demographic diversity and is comprised of 26 individuals. Members of the public, justice system partners, attorneys, court staff and judges are encouraged to apply. The application deadline is 4:30 p.m. October 30, 2019.
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HABA Board Members at the Registration Table
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Wine Raffle
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Our amazing emcee Macy Lee
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James Song introducing our Paaj Ntaub Award recipient for 2019
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Susan Humiston, Director of the Minnesota Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility speaking on lawyer ethical rules for social media.
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James Song (standing right) award the Honorable Judge Adam Yang with HABA's 2019 Paaj Ntaub Award.
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The Honorable Judge Adam Yang and his wife Theresa accepting HABA's Paaj Ntaub Award.
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2019 Schedule of HABA Events
NOVEMBER
HABA Board Meeting
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
DECEMBER
HABA Board Meeting
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
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Volunteering Event: Feed My Starving Children
Saturday, December 7, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
990 Lone Oak Road, Suite 136
Eagan, MN 55121
(see information above)
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