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!

  • USAA

  • Preferred Counsel Legal Placement, LP

  • Marco Bass Law Firm

  • Lauren M. Horne, Mediator

  • Jackson Walker

  • Naman Howell Smith & Lee, PLLC

  • Schulman Lopez Hoffer & Adelstein, LLP

  • Lexitas

Retreat Schedule

Thursday

May 2, 2024

  • 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!

  • Dinner is Served

    6:30pm

    Dinner will be served in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Tasting Room. Tickets will be provided for all registered attendees.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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!




  • Welcome Remarks

    8:15am-8:30am

    Retreat CLE will be held in the Hillside Boutique Hotel Ballroom.

    Jade Heep, Annual CLE Retreat Chair





  • “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!

  • “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



  • “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.










  • “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







  • “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!




  • “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





Want to learn more about our CLE Speakers?

Join us for our May book discussion at the BCWB Annual CLE Retreat. Our featured book will be “True Biz” by Sarah Nović. Our discussion will be led by Robin Thorner, BCWB Board Member.


Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Hillside Boutique Hotel