WTLC Women's Summit at the Vancouver Convention!

When:July 9, 2010 from 9:00am - 4:00pm
Where: Pan Pacific Hotel in the Gazebo Room

Thinking of starting your own practice? Looking for rainmaking tips? Wondering how to better balance case load, leadership outside of the firm, relationships with family and friends, and still have time to read a magazine over a glass of wine every once in a while? Join women from across the country for a day of learning and networking in Vancouver at the second AAJ Women Trial Lawyers Caucus Women’s Leadership Summit.

This year’s event is all about “Mapping the Future of Your Practice.” Topics include marketing and rainmaking, changing or expanding your practice, leadership outside of the firm, and more.
The Women’s Summit is scheduled for Friday, July 9, 2010 from 9:00am – 4:00pm at the Pan Pacific Hotel in the Gazebo room, with a cocktail reception from 4:00pm – 6:00pm.
Invitation and more details to follow soon.

To RSVP for the Women’s Summit, or if you have any additional questions, please contact Brandon Grubesky, AAJ Membership Specialist, at brandon.grubesky@justice.org or 202-944-2825. We are really looking forward to seeing you all at the Summit!

Thanks,
Lauren Barnes, on behalf of the AAJ WTLC Executive Committee

NLD Party Venue Announced!

NLD Party to take place at Five Sixty Club in Vancouver!

Five Sixty is a live music venue that is a unique mingling of nightclub and gallery. Displaying local and international artwork, the entire space is adorned with works, including pieces by renowned photographers Greg Gorman and Annie Leibovitz.

AAJ Convention Brochure

Check out the latest updates and an in-depth look at the programming and meetings taking place at the AAJ Annual Convention. Click here to download a PDF of the brochure (loading times may vary)

The Opening Reception will take place at the Vancouver Aquarium

Amazing Vancouver Aquarium facts
1. The Vancouver Aquarium is home to more than 70,000 amazing creatures
2. More than 33-million people have visited the Aquarium since its opening in 1956
3. Qila, our 12-year-old beluga whale, was the first beluga conceived and born in a Canadian aquarium
Margaret Butschler
4. Celebrity visitors have included Steven Spielberg, Robin Williams, Audrey Hepburn, Uma Thurman, Jennifer Aniston, Sarah McLachlan, Nicolas Cage, John Cusack, Lucy Liu, Isabella Rossellini, Judi Dench, Ethan Hawke and Colin Firth
5. Nyac, our 19-year-old sea otter is the oldest surviving otter in the world from the Exxon Valdez oil spill in 1989
6. Kavna, at 39, is the oldest beluga whale living in a zoo or aquarium
7. Our lab has reared more marine species of fish than any other lab in the world
8. It costs $22,000 to feed one sea otter each year. The Aquarium is currently home to four
9. Our Marine Mammal Rescue program has rescued and released over 1,600 animals
10. 1.3 million students have splashed through aquatic education programs at the Aquarium

Dear Colleague,

One of the best times of the year for me is when I get to meet with all the trial lawyers who attend the Annual Convention. I invite and urge you to register today for this convention. Throughout the five day event you will have the opportunity to network with trial lawyers from around the world, we will be discussing critical issues in your cases—everything from auto collision, nursing home, trucking, pharmaceutical, products liability, medical negligence, and more.

Our association and its members serve an indispensable role by advocating for those who have been injured from the misconduct and negligence of others. To fight those battles, trial lawyers like you need to stay abreast of the latest courtroom tactics and strategies that will help you better serve your clients. The 2010 Annual Convention is the perfect place to gain insights and network and to unite with other AAJ members to fight harmful legislation. The value you get from Litigation Group and Section meetings alone is worth attending. Add to that the convenience of earning all the continuing legal education credits you need for the year and you have an event you can’t afford to miss.

Since we’re talking about value, I’d like to remind you that if you register by April 23, you could save $100 off the on-site registration fee.

I look forward to seeing you this July in the beautiful city of Vancouver, British Columbia.

Best regards,


Tom Henderson
AAJ Chief Executive Officer

P.S. Our convention team informed me that some hotels are already at 70 percent occupancy—so if you’re looking to reserve a great room, you should do so quickly.

VISIT VANCOUVER

Not only is Vancouver the host city for the 2010 Winter Olympics...but Vancouver is one of the world's premier meeting and convention destinations and a top delegate draw.

Incredible mountains, sparkling ocean and a cosmopolitan flair make it perfect for work or play. Exceptional cuisine, first-class hotels and outstanding facilities, including an award-winning expanded convention centre, are just some of things that will make the Vancouver experience unforgettable for delegates.

Vancouver was voted the "Best City in the Americas" for 2004, 2005 and 2006 by Condé Nast Traveler magazine, based on the categories of ambience, friendliness, culture and sites, restaurants, lodging, and shopping. This is just one of the city's many awards and accolades that clearly demonstrate the many reasons to visit Vancouver! Vancouver is a dynamic, multicultural city set in a spectacular natural environment. No matter what time of the year you visit, there are indoor and outdoor activities to please adults, families, couples and friends to no end.

As the proud host of the 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, Vancouver looks ahead to ongoing growth and great success in tourism, hospitality and business services each year.

Come Meet in Vancouver

Time and time again I’ve been told by our members that meeting new people and connecting with other trial lawyers, paralegals, judges, and law students is critical to keeping up-to-date with trends that can help our clients. It’s also the top reason people attend our conventions.

The 2010 Annual Convention in Vancouver, British Columbia will offer you the opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with 3,000 professional colleagues.

Visit www.justiceannualconvention.org to view a schedule of events and to register. There are numerous receptions and luncheons where you can meet others in a relaxed setting. In addition, the Litigation Groups, Sections, and Committee meetings provide attendees with a perfect setting to discuss specific topics relevant to their professional activities.

Here are just a few of the networking events offered at the convention.


o Women Trial Lawyers Reception
o AAJ PAC M Club Luncheon
o Minority Caucus Event
o Section Connection Reception
o 1st Timers/Law Student Reception
o Minority Caucus Reception
o Opening Reception
o New Lawyers Division Party
o Women Trial Lawyers Caucus Brunch
o Leaders Forum/Endowment Reception
o Membership & Awards Luncheon


There’s also the Exhibit Hall where you can talk one-on-one with the exhibitors throughout the day and hosted refreshment breaks located in the hall for your enjoyment.

I look forward to meeting you and exchanging ideas about the future of our profession. See you in July.

Best regards,

Anthony Tarricone
AAJ President

Register for the AAJ Annual Convention by March 26 and Save $150

What Would You Do With an Extra $150?

If you’re still deciding on registering for the AAJ 2010 Annual Convention in Vancouver this July, then making your decision now will save you $150 off your registration rate.

The value you’ll get from the convention will translate into even more value and service for your clients. And registering by March 26 will increase that value even more. By registering now, you’ll maximize your savings.

Make this a convention to remember. Bring your family along and stay in Vancouver—site of the popular 2010 Winter Olympic games—for a beautiful and relaxing vacation. Combining business with pleasure is both smart and fun.

Register by March 26 and save $150.

Visit www.justiceannualconvention.org for schedules, travel information, and more.

Vancouver Host of the 2010 Olympics

Have you been watching the Winter Olympics? Make your plans today to visit the host city of Vancouver!

The games of the twenty-first Winter Olympics have begun. If you haven’t checked out the skating, snowboarding, and mogul competitions, there’s still time. Keep an eye out for the special segments showing the culture and sites of British Columbia so you can experience it yourself during the AAJ 2010 Annual Convention.

The snow will be gone during this summer’s convention, July 10-14, but the view will still be magnificent. You’ll be able to visit the site where American Hannah Kearney won her gold medal in freestyle skiing, or where Apolo Ohno won his silver in short track speed skating. This is all in addition to the top-notch education you’ll get in the CLE sessions. The skills you pick up will help you win gold for your clients.

It’s not too early to make your travel plans. And please keep in mind that the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative requires all travelers to and from the Americas, the Caribbean, and Bermuda to have a passport or other accepted form of documentation to enter or depart the United States. If you do not have a passport, visit www.state.gov for an application. The process could take up to six weeks or more, so plan ahead.

We look forward to seeing you in Vancouver this summer.

AAJ Housing is Open - Reserve Today!

Hotels -

Housing is now available for the AAJ 2010 Annual Convention. We have a new housing company this year. Through Travel Planners, you can reserve a room from any of the excellent convention hotels available by clicking here. Attendees can also call Travel Planners directly at 800-221-3531 to secure a hotel room.

Help AAJ produce the most successful convention and save costs by staying at an official AAJ convention hotel. By staying at an official AAJ hotel, you help us secure perks from the hotels that are then passed directly on to attendees. This also helps AAJ build strong housing history for negotiations for future years conventions.