Construction Legislation Roundtable Presented by: Melissa Ogburn, Montgomery Amatuzio and Adam Royval, Messner Reeves

December 3, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
This session will provide an in-depth analysis of recent legislative developments related to construction defect reform in Colorado. Participants will review the key components of last year’s proposed bills, including one that nearly passed into law, and explore anticipated legislative initiatives for the upcoming session. Through facilitated discussion, attendees will identify critical issues and considerations for shaping future construction defect reforms.
Learning Objectives:
• Understand the legislative process and key drivers behind construction defect reform in Colorado.
• Analyze the implications of proposed legislation from the past year.
• Collaborate in identifying priorities and strategies for influencing new legislation.

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New Lawyer Boot Camp - being held at Hall & Evans

December 10, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
This is a full-day learning experience targeted at new lawyers or those in their early years of practice. The program is offered FREE for those who have been members of CDLA for 3 years or less and yes, this is live and in person! For that reason, we are limiting the participants to 30 on a first-come/first-serve basis.
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When Worlds Collide: The Intersection of Attorney Malpractice and OARC Investigations Presented by Katherine Otto and David Beller, Recht Kornfeld

December 12, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Guidance on how to mitigate risks of malpractice claims, avoid attorney grievances, and practical advice if you find yourself on the wrong end of a proceeding. Presenters will also address the intersection of the Rules of Professional Conduct in both areas.

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Effective Written and Oral Advocacy with Colorado Supreme Court Justice Richard L. Gabriel 1 hour CLE approved

December 13, 2024, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Hear from Colorado Supreme Court Justice Richard L. Gabriel on his tips for persuasive writing and effective oral argument at both the appellate and trial level stemming from his 15-plus years on both of Colorado’s appellate courts.
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Time Management, Communication, & Organizational Skills Presented by Kerry McCarthy, COLAP - 1 hour ethics applied for

December 17, 2024, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Avoiding burnout in a demanding environment is difficult. Learn how to leverage time management, communication, and organizational skills in your favor. This presentation introduces the audience to a wide range of strategies that can help
manage and prevent stress, overwhelm, and burnout that results from being disorganized. Emotional intelligence underlies skills such as boundary setting, work-stress assessment, and personal reflection questions, all of which are included throughout the presentation.

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Gender and Pronouns in the Legal Practice Presenters: Honorable.Ted Tow (he/him), Colorado Court of Appeals and Hayden DePorter (they/them), HKM

February 11, 2025, 12:00 AM - 1:00 PM
I. The learning objectives of the presentation encompass the following:
a. Terminology
b. The Requirements of the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act
c. The Ethical Obligations of Rule of Professional Conduct 8.4
d. How to appropriately handle the topic in practice
e. Gender in legal writing

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2025 Annual Conference - July 31-Aug 2 - Book your room now at the host hotel, Viewline Resort

July 31, 2025, 5:30 PM
through August 2, 2025,
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Limelight Snowmass - 2025 Conference - July 31-Aug 2, 2025 You have to call to make reservations - 855-369-2460 Group Name: CDLA 2025 Annual Conference

July 31, 2025, 5:30 PM
through August 2, 2025,

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