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We are very excited to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website! Visit us at www.TCYLA.org.
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TOMORROW - Fall Fete
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 | 5:00 - 7:30 pm
Flying Saucer |111 E. 3rd Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Please join us at the Flying Saucer patio on September 15, 2021 for our annual TCYLA Fall Fete event. This event will be in-person and held outside on the Flying Saucer patio. Once you have registered, please review TCYLA's event protocols in the confirmation email. For any questions, please contact Lauren St. Clair at laurensc@tarrantbar.org.
Please note that this event will be held in person and outside on the Flying Saucer patio. After registering, please review TCYLA’s event protocols in the confirmation email. If you have any questions, please contact Lauren St. Clair at laurensc@tarrantbar.org.
Face coverings and social distancing at the event are requested for those who are not fully vaccinated to maintain the health of the public and participants.
TCYLA cannot guarantee that those in attendance will not become infected with COVID-19. Participants of the event acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19, and by attending, voluntarily assume the risk of exposure or infection by attending the event.
Thank you for the support of Bar and cooperation with TCYLA’s efforts to provide a safe event.
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Volunteer with TCYLA
Saturday, September 18, 2021
Crystelle Waggoner Trailhead | Trinity River
The Tarrant Regional Water District is seeking volunteers for the 30th annual Trash Bash. TCYLA's community involvement committee is organizing a group of on-site volunteers to assist with cleaning up Fort Worth’s river and parks on September 18 at the Crystelle Waggoner Trailhead on the Trinity River. Contact John Easter to RSVP or with questions.
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In-Person AND Virtual CLE Lunch
September 21, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. CST
Reata Restaurant | 310 Houston St., Fort Worth, TX 76102
Please join us for TCYLA's upcoming CLE Luncheon at Reata as we welcome Mike Ware of the Innocence Project of Texas presenting: “Proving Actual Innocence by Clear and Convincing Evidence” This presentation will be offered both in-person at Reata and simulcast to members who are either unable or not ready to attend in person, and the recording will be made available on the TCYLA website.
Mike Ware is the Executive Director of the Innocence Project of Texas. He directs the organization's investigative and legal services. He is also an adjunct professor at Texas A&M University School of Law and supervises the Texas A&M Innocence Project legal clinic, which is an Innocence Texas partner.
He graduated with honors from the University of Texas with a degree in philosophy. He graduated from the University of Houston Law School in 1983, where he was research editor for the Houston Law Review and the Houston Law Review's Texas Rules of Evidence Handbook.
In 1984, Mike began private practice, specializing in criminal defense. His practice included representing police officers in criminal, civil and administrative matters as well as investigating and litigating whistleblower claims.
From July 2007 until July 2011, Mike was the Special Fields Bureau Chief for the Dallas County District Attorney's office, which included the Conviction Integrity Unit. In 2014, he received the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers' Association "Percy Foreman" Criminal Defense Lawyer of the Year award.
This event will be in person and will be simulcast in a Zoom webinar format. After registering for the simulcast, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom webinar details and “Join Meeting” link. For questions, please contact laurensc@tarrantbar.org.
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Slow-Pitch Softball League
TCYLA fall slow-pitch softball is underway! If you would like to come out and support the team (or play!), the upcoming games are as follows:
- September 16 – 6:45 pm
- September 30 – 9:30 pm
- October 7 – 6:45 pm
Games are located at 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd., Fort Worth, TX 76109 and adult beverages are permitted on a BYOB basis (please, no glass containers). Games last approximately one hour and all start times are subject to change based upon weather conditions and game delays. If you have any questions or would like to play, reach out to John Easter.
TCYLA practices safety protocols in accordance with state and local rules, including the requirement to self-screen for COVID symptoms before playing and maintaining 6-feet distance between players at all times. Masks are encouraged. Players assume all risks of injury or sickness
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In-Person AND Virtual CLE Lunch
October 19, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. CST
Reata Restaurant | 310 Houston St., Fort Worth, TX 76102
Please join us for TCYLA's upcoming CLE Luncheon at Reata as we welcome Richard Claywell presenting: “Business Valuations: Reliable Principles and Methods.” This presentation will be offered both in-person at Reata and simulcast to members who are either unable or not ready to attend in person, and the recording will be made available on the TCYLA website.
Mr. Claywell’s presentation is intended for lawyers and will address the methods and techniques of valuing business for use in legal matters.
Mr. Claywell, CPA, ABV, ASA, CBA, ICVS, CVA, MAFF, CFD, ABAR, CVGA has built a reputation for integrity and for providing key solutions since 1985, for clients in the legal and business communities and private individuals. In addition to specializing in Business Valuation and Forensic Accounting in the greater Houston area, Mr. Claywell has taught at various educational institutes and universities, and has been published in several publications. Learn more about Mr. Claywell’s professional services and experience at https://www.biz-valuation.com/.
This event will be in person and will be simulcast in a Zoom webinar format. After registering for the simulcast, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom webinar details and “Join Meeting” link. For questions, please contact laurensc@tarrantbar.org.
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SAVE THE DATE
TCYLA Golf Tournament
Monday, November 15, 2021
Mira Vista Country Club | 6600 Mira Vista Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76132
If you’re interested in sponsoring or putting together a team, please reach out to Caroline Brownlie.
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TCYLA Lawyer Contact List for
TAMU Law Students
What would you go back and tell your 1L self? Were you the first in your family to attend law school? Were you overwhelmed by all the new fields of law you discovered? Did you wish you knew more lawyers you could ask questions to and seek advice from? Help students at Texas A&M University School of Law navigate their first year of law school by participating in the TCYLA Lawyer Contact List. This list will be made available to 1Ls in the coming months as a resource for them to reach out to lawyers to learn more about various fields of law or obtain advice about law school generally.
Enter your information here. If you have any questions, please contact Spencer Mainka.
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Volunteer Legal Opportunities
Phone Consult for a Veteran: Sign up here.
Volunteer for LegalLine: Most Thursdays from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Sign up here.
Volunteer with TLTV:
- Click here to submit what type of cases you could assist pro bono
- Click here to sign up to do a free phone consultation for a veteran
- Follow TLTV on social media using these links to stay in the know- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Emails
- Email Kayla Dailey for more information about ongoing volunteer opportunities.
Want to know more about volunteering with Tarrant County Volunteer Attorney Services? Click here.
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Want to be published in this newsletter?
TCYLA is incorporating members’ submissions into our monthly newsletter. This is a great way to get your name out there as well as your article! Please email Elizabeth Haslam to submit your piece and/or make further inquiries. All articles will be subject to review and approval by the TCYLA Board of Directors.
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TCYLA Member Benefits
TCYLA is beginning to offer recorded presentations and free CLEs, including a recent Wellness event featuring anxiety specialist Dr. Kathryn Soule, PhD, LPC, at TCYLA's E-Community.
While you are at the E-Community, take time to check out and update your profile in the TCYLA member directory. TCYLA's E-Community will be continually updated with new content and free CLEs throughout the year.
If you are not a member of TCYLA, you may now apply online here.
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