2024 Annual CLE Retreat
The 2024 Annual CLE Retreat WAS held May 2nd - 3rd, 2024 at the Hillside Boutique Hotel in Castroville, Texas.
BCWB ANNUAL CLE RETREAT: HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE
NAVIGATING AUNT MILDRED’S LEGAL INQUIRIES WITH CHEER & EXPERTISE
May 2nd - 3rd, 2024
The Hillside Boutique Hotel
1651 US-90 West, Castroville, TX 78009
THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 RETREAT SPONSORS!
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USAA
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Preferred Counsel Legal Placement, LP
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Marco Bass Law Firm
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Lauren M. Horne, Mediator
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Jackson Walker
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Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC
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Schulman Lopez Hoffer & Adelstein, LLP
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Lexitas
Retreat Schedule
Thursday
May 2, 2024
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Retreat Happy Hour
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us for our kick-off happy hour at the Hillside Boutique Hotel Luxury Suite. Socialize with other retreat attendees, speakers, and sponsors!
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Dinner is Served
6:30pm
Dinner will be served in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Tasting Room. Tickets will be provided for all registered attendees.
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Books + Belonging DEI Book Discussion
7:00pm - 8:30pm
The featured book will be “True Biz” by Sara Nović. The discussion will be led by Robin Thorner and Elizabeth Knox.
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Pajamas & Pampering
8:30pm - 9:30pm
Come join us in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Luxury Suite for a craft-filled pajama party while we get ready for Friday’s CLEs.
Friday
May 3, 2024
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Rise & Shine Breakfast
7:30am-8:15am
Join us for breakfast in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Tasting Room. A great start for a great day!
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Welcome Remarks
8:15am-8:30am
Retreat CLE will be held in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Ballroom.
Jade Heep, Annual CLE Retreat Chair
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“Helping Your Sister Deal with Her Inappropriate Boss (Without Getting Fired)”
8:30am - 9:15am
With a little bit of ethics sprinkled in, this presentation will help you navigate some typical employment law questions your family and friends may pose and correct common misconceptions many non-lawyers have when it comes to their employment rights and responsibilities.
Attorney Christine Reinhardt -
“Home for the Holidays: Approaching the Immigration Debate Gracefully”
9:15am - 10:00am
Immigration law is a complex and highly contested topic. The presentation will provide an informative synopsis of immigration history and processes.
Attorney Ofelia Delgado
LEAD Class of 2020 -
Sponsor Break
10:00am-10:10am
Thank you to our sponsors!
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“Answers to Frequently Asked IP Questions from Your Gen Z Cousin”
10:10am - 10:55am
This presentation will cover common inquiries and misconceptions about intellectual property law
Attorney Julie Bell
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“Scam-Proofing Grandma: Safeguard Your Family from Fraudulent Fiascos”
10:55am - 11:40am
How to advise those around you to avoid falling victim to investment fraud and embezzlement schemes.
Attorney Erica Benites Giese
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“When the Honeymoon Becomes the Holiday from Hell”
11:40am - 12:25pm
Discussing common issues that arise in family law cases and navigating how to combat them.
Attorney Tess Osborne
LEAD Class of 2022 -
Lunch is Served
12:25pm - 12:55pm
Join us in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Ballroom for lunch.
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“Don’t Talk to the Police: How to Keep your Friend or Family Member Out of Even Bigger Trouble with the Law”
12:55pm-1:40pm
Explore tips for how to handle the panicked phone call prompted by a police investigation.
Attorney Zoe Russell
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“Did you hear who went belly up?”
1:40pm-2:25pm
This presentation will cover common questions and misconceptions about bankruptcy cases. Participants will learn the distinctive features of cases under Chapters 7, 11, and 13 of the bankruptcy code; the treatment of different types of claims (secured, unsecured, administrative); exempt property and objections to exemptions; exceptions to discharge and non-dischargeable claims; claims objections and the plan confirmation process.
Attorney Natalie Wilson
LEAD Class of 2018 -
Sponsor Break
2:25pm - 2:35pm
Thank you to our sponsors!
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“Legal First Aid Kit: Equipping Lawyers with Personal Injury Fundamentals”
2:35pm - 3:10pm
Ever found yourself stumped by questions about personal injury law from well-meaning family members at gatherings? Fear not! This CLE session, is here to equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently tackle those common queries.
Attorney Dannick Villaseñor-Hernandez
LEAD Class of 2019 -
“Estate Estrangement: Keeping Family Bonds Strong After Grandma is Gone”
3:10pm - 3:55pm
A discussion of planning tools and legal solutions to be considered when having a family conversation about incapacity and death.Attorney Whitney Thomas
LEAD Class of 2023 -
Closing Remarks
3:55pm - 4:00pm
Jade Heep, Annual CLE Retreat Chair