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Registration for the 2008 TBA Convention
June 11-14 in Gatlinburg
Your registration for the 2008 TBA Convention in Gatlinburg provides you with complete access to luncheon programs, networking social events and a full slate of continuing legal education courses. Here are the highlights:
• Bench/Bar CLE program. Northeastern University School of Law professor David Hall will lead this year’s Bench/Bar CLE program, speaking on how lawyers and judges can gain a greater sense of well being and experience a reduction in stress in the practice and administration of justice through spirituality. • Full access to additional CLE programming, including:
• Wills for Heroes. This session is geared toward, and required for, attorneys who want to participate in a YLD-sponsored public service project following the CLE. Those who participate in the project will assist local first responders with basic estate planning services.
• Technology for Today's Lawyer: 60 Gadgets in 60 Minutes.
• Taking the Legalese out of Legal Writing. A seminar full of tips for writing clear, concise and persuasive documents
that rise above legalese.
• The New Tennessee Condo Act. The first comprehensive rewrite of this law is expected to be adopted this spring. This program that will address such issues as lender rights and lien priority; disclosures; what needs to be submitted and what approvals are required to form a condo; and insurance indemnity.
• The Ethics of Arbitration. Details to come.
• Bench/Bar Luncheon. Professor Hall will draw on his recent book, "The Spiritual Revitalization of the Legal Profession: A Search for Sacred Rivers" for this compelling address.
• An evening at the Aquarium of the Smokies. This special event will feature great food and great entertainment, plus full access to the Aquarium of the Smokies.
• Generational Challenges Facing the Profession. Dr. Steve Joiner, Lipscomb University professor in conflict management and leadership, will guide lawyers young and old through an analysis of how generations perceive each other and how they can successfully work together in this CLE program.
• Lawyers Luncheon. • TBALL Alumni Dance Party (Open to all registered attendees)

Just follow the form below and we'll guide you through the registration process.
Part 1 - Personal Information
Name:
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Part 2 - Basic Registration
Select your basic registration category here. You can register for CLE programs in Part 3 and 4 and purchase tickets for guests, add admission to additional activities in Part 5, or buy tickets to individual events in Part 6 if you are unable to attend the full convention.
Basic Registration Fees
$299 — I'm a TBA Member
$399 — I'm not a current TBA Member
(Special Bonus! Register now and a TBA Complete Membership is included)
First time attendee: Yes, this is my first TBA Convention
Additional charges for late registration
Late fee. After May 23, add $50 to my registration fee
Late fee. After May 30, add $100 to my registration fee


Basic Registration Subtotal
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Part 3 - TennBarU CLE Programming (No charge if registered for convention)
Choose your CLE courses here Convention Attendee
 If not registered
for TBA Convention
 Judge or TBA law student member
Bench/Bar Program CLE
3 hours ethics and professionalism
(Thursday, 8:30 a.m.)
 No charge if registered for convention
 $200 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
Generational Challenges CLE
2 hours ethics and professionalism
(Thursday, 2 p.m.)
 No charge if registered for convention
 $140 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
Wills for Heroes CLE
1 hour general
(Friday, 8 a.m.)
 No charge if registered for convention
 $70 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
Technology CLE
1 hour general
(Friday, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.)		 No charge if registered for convention
 $70 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
New Tennessee Condo Act
2 hours general
(Friday, 2 p.m.)		 No charge if registered for convention
 $140 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
Taking the Legalese out of Legal Writing CLE
1 hour general
(Friday, 2 p.m.)		 No charge if registered for convention
 $70 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
The Ethics of Arbitration CLE
1 hour dual
(Friday, 3 p.m.)		 No charge if registered for convention
 $70 if not registered for convention
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members


CLE Course Subtotal
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Part 4 - TLAW CLE Programming (not included in convention registration)
Choose your CLE courses here Convention Attendee
 If not registered
for TBA Convention
 Judge or TBA law student member
TLAW CLE Part 1:
Time Management for Exceptional Productivity
1.5 hours general CLE credits
(Friday, 8:30 a.m.)
 $60 if TLAW member
 $110 if not TLAW member
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
TLAW CLE Part 2:
Utilizing Your Office Staff to Increase Productivity
1.5 hours general CLE credits
(Friday, 10:15 a.m.)
 $60 if TLAW member
 $110 if not TLAW member. Includes TLAW membership
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members
TLAW CLE (Both Programs):
3 hours general CLE credits
(Friday, 8:30 a.m.)
 $170 if not TLAW member. Includes TLAW membership
 No charge for judges, lawmakers or TBA law student members


TLAW CLE Course Subtotal
Enter subtotal of CLE courses here
*TLAW CLE non-member pricing includes one-year TLAW membership
Part 5 - Additional Tickets for Convention Registrants
Prices listed are per person
Event menu (prices are per person) Price Qty/Price Total
Law School Breakfast, Thursday, 7:30 a.m.
(Choose your school and the number of tickets you need.)
 $35.00
Bench/Bar Luncheon, Thursday, Noon
(One ticket is included with registration.
You can order additional tickets here for guests.)
$50.00
TLAW Reception, Thursday, 5 p.m.
(No charge, just let us know if you can attend.)
No charge; RSVP requested
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event (adult)
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
(One ticket is included with registration.
You can order additional tickets here for guests.)
$70.00
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event, (children 11 and under)
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
$40.00
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event, (children under 5)
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
(Children under 5 can come along for free, but please let us know how many children you are bringing.)
 No charge for children under age 5
Lawyers Luncheon, Friday, noon
(One ticket is included with registration.
You can order additional tickets here for guests.)
$40.00
Race Gestae Individual Entry, Saturday, 7 a.m.
(Register to take part in this 5K run.)
$25.00


Ticketed Events Subtotal
Enter subtotal of ticketed events here
Part 6 - Individual Tickets for Non-Registrants
If you are not registered for the convention, you can register for individual events here.
Event menu (prices are per person) Price Qty/Price Total
Bench/Bar Luncheon, Thursday, noon
(Tickets for those not registered for convention.)
 $75.00
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event (adult), Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
(Adult tickets for those not registered for convention)
 $100.00
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event, (children 11 and under)
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
 $50.00
The Aquarium of the Smokies Event, (children under 5)
Thursday, 6:30 p.m.
(Children under 5 can come along for free, but please let us know how many children you are bringing.)
 No charge for children under age 5
Law School Breakfast, Thursday, 7:30 a.m.
(For those not registered for convention, choose your school and the number of tickets you need.)
 $50.00
Lawyers Luncheon, Friday, noon
(Tickets for those not registered for convention.)
 $60.00
Race Gestae, Saturday, 7 a.m.
(Register to take part in this 5K run.)		 $25.00


Individual Events Subtotal
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Part 7 - Payment

Registration Grand Total

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Part 7 - Hotel Information
Host hotel for the 2008 TBA Convention will be the charming Clarion Inn & Suites hotel, ideally located in downtown Gatlinburg, just one block from the Gatlinburg Convention Center — where most convention sessions will be held — and only 100 yards from the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Special TBA Convention Rate
Make your reservation now to beat the crowds and take advantage of the Special TBA Rate of $124 per night for double queen, single queen or single king units (occupancy up to four people). This special rate will not be available after May 21.

For reservations call (800) 933-0777 and note that you will be attending the Tennessee Bar Association annual convention.

For more information on the Clarion Inn & Suites hotel visit the hotel's web site.


Part 8 - Cancellation information

CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellations received up until 4 p.m. Central time three days prior to the convention will receive a refund, less a $50 administrative fee. A substitute may attend for someone unable to do so. There will be no refunds for cancellations received after 4 p.m. two days before the convention or for "no shows." Note: In the unlikely event that there are not enough pre-registrants to justify the expense and time of speakers, this convention will be canceled by the TBA. If cancellation is necessary, all those who pre-register will be notified of the cancellation and complete refunds will be given.

NOTE
Materials: Publication of materials is based on the amount of advance registrations. It is possible that those who register on the day of the convention may not receive materials at the time of registration. Materials will be mailed upon request following the convention to those who may not otherwise receive them.

Priority Given to Pre-Registrants: Those who register in advance will be given priority on the days of the convention where seating and materials are concerned.

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