Roanoke Bar Association

RBA - 100th Annual Meeting on June 10, 2025
2025-06-10 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

June 10, 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Sign in and lunch begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

100th Annual Meeting.
The Election of Officers and Directors.
For the position of President-Elect, the Board of Directors has nominated Victor S. “Dinny” Skaff, III, Esq.
For Directors positions, the Nominating Committee has submitted the following members as nominees:
Mona A. Raza, Esq.
Allegra M. C. Black, Esq.
Devon J. Munro, Esq.
Jennifer A. Baker, Esq.
Laura M. Carini, Esq.
At the end of the meeting Jonathan D. Puvak, Esq. will become President of the Association.

Bylaw Amendments:

None

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Awards

The 2025 Frank W. “Bo” Rogers, Jr., Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to Roy V. Creasy, Esq. by Lori Thompson, Esq. The 2025 Young Lawyer of the Year will be presented to Alicha M. Grubb, Esq. by Monica Monday, Esq. The Volunteer Service Awards recipients will be recognized. The Jane Glenn Scholarship and the James N. Kincanon Scholarship Awards will be announced along with awarded Grants.

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservations:

Please register below for the luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 5, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration has now closed. For walk-in availability email rba@roanokebar.com

RBA - Family Fun Day Picnic, May 31, 2025
2025-05-31 11:00 - 15:00
RBA Centennial Event
RBA Family Fun Day Picnic
will be held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 11:00 am-3:00 pm at the Girl Scout Icimani Adventure Center located at 5488 Yellow Mountain Rd, Roanoke, VA 24014
This event is for all RBA members and their families. The day will include live music, a catered lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, and barbecue, a bounce house, a dunk booth, card games, an afternoon Kickball Tournament, and a free shirt or hat for all of those attending and more.
Our younger guests will be treated to a variety of activities including hiking, creek wading, a scavenger hunt, rock wall crawl, and other surprises under the direction of trained adult camp staff.
For those choosing to play in the kickball tournament, you can register with or without a whole team. We will organize teams out of any unaffiliated registrants. If your team is organized in advance, please name your team organizer on the registration form. The kickball rules: 9 players per team and at least 4 must be under 18 years of age or female.
There is no charge for RBA members and their family to attend. We do ask you to register by May 9th to allow time for the shirts and hats to arrive. Registering after May 9th may delay your shirt until after the event. registration has now closed.

CLE Seminar, May 15, 2025
2025-05-15 10:00 - 12:00
Date/Time:

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 10:00 am – noon.
The seminar will be presented virtually.

Program:

Program is from 10:00 am to noon.

“Cybersecurity & AI in 2025: Attorney Ethics and Technology’s Next Frontier .” The two hour program will be presented by Beth Burgin Waller, Esq.

Cost:

The charge to attend for RBA members is $50.00. The cost for non-members is $60.00. Non-members need to pay in advance. Registration is required. Materials and zoom link will be sent to those registered on Tuesday, May 13, 2025.

CLE Credit:

Approved for 2.0 hours of CLE credit including 1 hour of Ethics..

Deadline:

Deadline to register is Monday, May 12, 2025. Registration is now closed. For late registration please email rba@roanokebar.com.

RBA - Trivia Night at Corned Beef & Co, May 7, 2025
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Corned Beef & Company, 107 S. Jefferson Street, Roanoke, VA, 24011
RBA Centennial Event
100 Years at the Bar’s
May Event is
Trivia Night at
Corned Beef & Co.
You have spoken! Trivia Night was so popular we are bringing it back!
On May 7th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, the RBA will host another Trivia Night at Corned Beef Co. Trivia begins at 5:30 pm. Bring your own Trivia Team or form one when you arrive!
Drink tickets will be provided along with an assortment of snacks! There is no charge for RBA members to attend. Registration is now closed. For walk-in availability please email rba@roanokebar.com

RBA - Law Day Luncheon, May 1, 2025
2025-05-01 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

Thursday, May 1, 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

Our legislators will join us and present an update on the most recent session of the General Assembly along with local updates. Guests will include: Sen. David Suetterlein, Del. Sam Rasoul, Del. Joseph McNamara, and Del. Chris Obenshain.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

None

Meeting Reservations:

Cost of Lunch:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association. There is no additional charge for the CLE program.

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Please email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability

Senior Shine and Dine Dinner, April 23-24, 2025
2025-04-23 17:30
The Senior Shine and Dine returns for the fourth year!
Imagine graduating from high school and your family not having the financial means to celebrate this milestone. Imagine further that you are homeless, and you may not even have a family. Many students graduating from Patrick Henry and William Fleming High Schools are in this situation. these students have accomplished so much yet often have no one able to celebrate their graduation.
The RBA will provided the decorations, the catering and assist as the wait staff to provide a special day for these seniors and their guests. On April 23, 2025, a room at Greene Memorial Church will be transformed into a happy and special place to celebrate and on April 24, 2025, members of the RBA will serve a catered meal and provide cleanup.
Volunteer registration is now closed. Please email mollie.elder@woodsrogers.com if you would like to volunteer.

Welcome to the Federal Court House, April 22nd
2025-04-22 16:00 - 18:15
Date/Time:

Tuesday, April 22, 2025
United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia, Roanoke Courthouse
4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Followed by a reception from 5:00 – 6:15 pm in the lobby of the courthouse.

The judges of the Western District of Virginia will hold an introductory event to the courthouse for all new attorneys. This includes attorneys who are new to the area or new to federal practice. The program will include an introduction to the courthouse, the judges, clerks, courtroom deputies, and courtroom security. This event is co-sponsored by the Roanoke Bar Association and the Federal Bar Association. You do not need to be a member of either to attend, but we ask that you please register your attendance.

Location:

4:00 – 5:00 p.m. – United States District Court for the Western District of Virginia, Roanoke Courthouse which is located in the Poff Building at 210 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24011.
5:00 – 6:15 p.m. – reception in the courthouse lobby

Deadline:

The deadline to register is Thursday, April 17, 2025, at noon.

Cost:

There is no charge for this event. Please join us!

Sponsors:

Registration:

Email rba@roanokebar.com with any questions. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability.

RBA - Luncheon, April 8, 2025
2025-04-08 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

April 8 , 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

The speaker will be the Honorable S. Bernard Goodwyn, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Virginia. Chief Justice Goodwyn graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University and received his Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia’s School of Law in 1986. Prior to his appointment to the bench, Goodwyn practiced law at the law firm of Willcox & Savage. On October 10, 2007, Goodwyn was appointed to the Supreme Court of Virginia by Governor Tim Kaine. He became chief justice on January 1, 2022.
Prior to hearing from our speaker, there will be a presentation of a Proclamation on the 100th Anniversary of the incorporation of the RBA by Mayor Joe Cobb.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

None

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration is now closed. For walk-in availability please email rba@roanokebar.com

RBA - 100th Anniversary Gala, April 5, 2025
2025-04-05 18:00 - 22:00 | The Roanoke Country Club
Date/Time:

April 5 , 2025
The Roanoke Country Club
3360 Country Club Drive NW
Roanoke, Virginia 24017

Program:

Roanoke Bar Association
Centennial Gala
Please join us as we celebrate our 100 years of history

On Saturday, April 5, 2025, please join us as we celebrate with cocktails, dinner, dessert and music. The evening will be about socializing and celebrating. There will be a very brief welcome from our committee chairpersons, Amy Geddes and Thomas Miller, beginning at 6:30pm. Dinner will begin at 6:45pm. Service will be in the form of food stations ending at 8:45pm. The menu will include Beef Tenderloin, Chicken Skewers, Shrimp and Grits, Flank Steak, and Salmon along with assorted sides, salad and desserts. Drink tickets will be picked up along with the nametags. There is no assigned seating.
Enjoy the display of our historical memorabilia and take time to view the many recorded interviews of our members on the various screens. Hurley and Hoprich Photography will be there taking pictures throughout the evening.

Music Requests :

Music with be provided by RSP Entertainment. The playlist will be based on the music you select. Music requests are open. Click here to make requests.

Schedule of Events:

6:00 – 10:00 pm.
6:00 Cocktails
6:30 Welcome Remarks
6:45 Dinner Stations open

Gala Reservations:

Tickets:

$60.00; per couple, $35.00 per individual. Price includes drink tickets.
Dress is Black tie optional.

Payment:

Members will be billed for tickets, no money will be collected at the door

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Registrations have closed.

RBA - Wine and Chocolate Tasting at CSG, March 19, 2025
2025-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Crystal Spring Grocery, 2205 Crystal Spring Ave SW, Roanoke, Virginia, 24014
RBA Centennial Event
100 Years at the Bar’s
March Event is
Wine and Chocolate Tasting at Crystal Spring Grocery
On March 19th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, the RBA will host a Wine and Chocolate Tasting at Crystal Spring Grocery. CSG is located at 2205 Crystal Spring Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24014. Each attorney attending may bring one paralegal or staff member. The RBA member must attend with their guest.
There is no charge for RBA members to attend. We do ask you to register by March 13th. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability.

RBA - Luncheon, March 11, 2025
2025-03-11 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

March 11 , 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

The speaker will be Joe Thompson, President of Property Catalyst Group.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

There will be a memorial resolution for the Honorable Onzlee Ware presented by the Honorable Charles N. Dorsey.

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration is now closed. For walk-in availability please email rba@roanokebar.com.

Habitat for Humanity Community Work Day, March 1, 2025
2025-03-01 08:00 - 14:00
Join the Roanoke Bar Association’s Habitat for Humanity Community Service Day – March 1, 2025.
Sign up to be part of the RBA’s Habitat for Humanity Community Service Project on Saturday, March 1, 2025, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Work alongside Habitat’s construction staff to create a new house for a deserving family. All tools and safety equipment are supplied. No construction experience necessary! You only need to bring a lunch and work gloves. Sign up is limited to 12. The deadline extended to register. Register by February 21, 2025.
Registration is now closed. Please contact Mollie Elder if you are able to volunteer after Feb 21st deadline – mollie.elder@wrvblaw.com.

Bench Bar Conference, February 28, 2025
2025-02-28 12:00 - 14:30 | Roanoke Higher Education Center
Date/Time:

Friday, February 28, 2025
The Roanoke Higher Education Center, Room

Program:

Lunch begins at 12:00 pm. Program begins at 12:30 pm.

The program will include a 2.0 hour CLE presentation in the form of “Judicial Squares”. Judge Chris Clemens will serve as moderator. Additional Judges participating include: Judge Black, Judge Geddes, Judge Ciaffone, Judge Moseley, Judge Roe, Judge Urbanski, Judge Thompson, Judge Dillon and Judge Ferguson. Approved for 2.0 hours CLE including 1.0 hour of Ethics.

Cost:

$50.00 for RBA members.
$60.00 for non-members – non-members must pre-pay. Payments may be mailed to P.O. Box 18183, Roanoke, VA 24014.
Judges are invited as our guest, but must register.

CLE Credit:

Approved for 2.0 hours of CLE credit including 1.0 hour of Ethics.

Deadline:

Deadline to register is February 21st. Registration is now closed. For walk-availability please email rba@roanokebar.com

RBA - Trivia Night at Corned Beef & Co., Feb 19th
2025-02-19 17:00 - 19:00
Event has been postponed due to weather! Watch your email for a new date.
RBA Centennial Event
100 Years at the Bar’s
February Event is
Trivia Night at
Corned Beef & Co.
You have spoken! Trivia Night was so popular we are bringing it back!
Postponed! On February 19th from 5:00 – 7:00 pm, the RBA will host another Trivia Night at Corned Beef Co. Trivia begins at 5:30 pm. Bring your own Trivia Team or form one when you arrive!
Drink tickets will be provided along with an assortment of snacks! There is no charge for RBA members to attend. We do ask you to register by February 14th. New date coming!

RBA - Luncheon, February 18, 2025
2025-02-18 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

NEW DATE DUE TO WEATHER
February 18 , 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.
All previous reservation for February 11th have been cancelled. If you are planning to attend on February 18th you will need to make a new reservation.

Program:

The speaker will be Joshua Fairfield, an internationally recognized law and technology scholar, specializing in digital property, electronic contract, big data privacy, and virtual communities. He has written on the law and regulation of e-commerce and online contracts and on the application of standard economic models to virtual environments. Professor Fairfield’s current research focuses on big data privacy models and the next generation of legal applications for cryptocurrencies.
Professor Fairfield consults with U.S. government agencies, including the White House Office of Technology and the Homeland Security Privacy Office, on national security, privacy, and law enforcement within online communities and as well as on strategies for protecting children online.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

none

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All previous reservation for February 11th have been cancelled. If you are planning to attend on February 18th you will need to make a new reservation. All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com regarding walk-in availability.

CLE Seminar, February 13, 2025
2025-02-13 10:00 - 12:00
Date/Time:

Thursday, February 13, 2025, 10:00 am – noon.
The seminar will be presented virtually.

Program:

Program is from 10:00 am to noon.

“To Present or Not to Present: Ethical and Strategic Considerations for the Opening Session in Mediation .”
Traditionally, lawyers have presented their cases to opposing parties in the opening session of a mediation. Recently, some lawyers have chosen to waive this opportunity. As is true of an opening statement at trial, the presentations in the opening session of a mediation very much impact how the mediation will proceed. Much can be gained by an effective presentation; yet there may be some risk. This course will be presented by the Hon. J. Michael Gamble (Ret.) and the Hon. Michael T. Garrett (Ret.) from The McCammon Group. This 2-hr CLE provides the ethical and strategic issues that should be considered in deciding “To Present or Not to Present.”

Cost:

There is no charge for RBA members to attend but registration is required. Materials and zoom link will be sent to participates on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

CLE Credit:

Approved for 2.0 hours of CLE credit in Ethics.

Deadline:

Registration is now closed. For late registration, please email rba@roanokebar.com.

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CLE Seminar, January 22, 2025
2025-01-22 15:00 - 16:00
Date/Time:

Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 3:00 pm – 4:00pm.
The seminar will be presented virtually.

Program:

Program is from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

“What Every Virginia Attorney Should Know About Truck Accident Cases.” The program will be presented by Robert E. Byrne, Jr., Esq.

Cost:

There is no charge to attend but registration is required. Materials and zoom link will be sent to participates on Monday, January 20, 2025.

CLE Credit:

Approved for 1.0 hours of CLE credit.

Deadline:

Deadline to register is Friday, January 17, 2025. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com regarding late registration.

RBA - Rail Yard Dawgs Night - January 16, 2025, 100th Celebration Event
2025-01-16 18:00
RBA Centennial Event
100 Years at the Bar’s
January Event is
Hockey Night with the
Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs
On Thursday, January 16th, the RBA will host a hockey night with the Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs vs. Macon Mayhem at the Roanoke Civic Center. To add to the fun, the Rail Yard Dawgs are hosting a Trivia Night on January 16th. Our group will be seated in Section 11.
Tickets for the RBA member plus a guest will be provided along with a parking pass (parking passes are subject to availability) and a $15 per person food voucher! There is no charge to attend. You must register to attend. Tickets and parking passes will be distributed electronically. Food vouchers will be distributed at the game. Deadline to register is January 9th. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com regarding late registrations.

RBA - Luncheon, January 14, 2025
2025-01-14 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

January 14 , 2025
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

The speaker will be Eric Monday, General Counsel of the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport who will talk about the airport’s current and long term planning initiatives. We will also hear from Monica Monday about the Virginia Poverty Law Center.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

none

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 9, 2025. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration is now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability.

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RBA - Luncheon, December 10, 2024
2024-12-10 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

December 10 , 2024
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

The speaker will be Michael York, the 86th president of the Virginia State Bar. Mr. York is a recognized litigator and a Pulitzer Prize-winning former journalist. His litigation practice has included defending class-action lawsuits, overturning multi-billion-dollar verdicts as well as defending whistle-blowers and corporate officials against white-collar criminal allegations. We will also hear from Oneida Huntington, the JLAP representative.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

none

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2024. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00.Registration has now closed. Please email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability.

Santa at the Station - December 9, 2024
2024-12-09 18:00 - 20:00
Sponsored by the Roanoke Law Foundation
On Monday evening, December 9, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 pm, the Roanoke Law Foundation will sponsor the annual Santa at the Station, a holiday party for children and their parents who are living in shelters in our area during the holiday season. For this special event, the children and their parents will be picked up and transported to the Virginia Museum of Transportation where they will experience an amazing holiday party. The kids will enjoyed use of the museum as well as entertainment. They will be treated to their favorite party foods and have their photos taken with Santa Claus. They will visit Santa’s Workshop where they will create holiday arts and crafts, and Santa’s Sack where they can select a small, special gift to wrap and give to their parents this holiday season. It will truly be a magical evening.
To volunteer at this event please sign up online below or to become a sponsor use the mail in form available for printing here:
Santa at the Station Sponsor Form 2024. Registration has closed but volunteers are still welcome. Please email rba@roanokebar.com.

RBA - Trivia Night at Twisted Track, Nov 20th, 100th Year Event
2024-11-20 17:00 - 19:30
RBA Centennial Event
100 Years at the Bar’s
November Event is
Trivia Night at
Twisted Track Brewpub
On November 20th from 5:00 – 7:30 pm, the RBA will host a Trivia Night at Twisted Track Brewpub. Trivia begins at 5:30 pm. Bring your own Trivia Team or form one when you arrive!
Drink tickets will be provided along with an assortment of snacks! There is no charge for RBA members to attend. We do ask you to register by November 18th. Registration is closed but walk-ins are welcome. Email rba@roanokebar.com.

False Claims Act Webinar , November 14, 2024
2024-11-14 12:00 - 13:30
Qui Tam Section: False Claims Act Today – Western District of Virginia [VIRTUAL]

November 14 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm

**Program hosted in (ET) time zone**
“The False Claims Act Today” is a discussion series that examines the details of real-life FCA practice in specific jurisdictions. Sessions typically focus on a single federal district and feature an experienced local panel that includes an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the district; a federal judge; a relator-side attorney; and a defense attorney. This online-only event will be conducted via Zoom and will spotlight the Western District of Virginia.
Opening remarks by Amy H. Geddes, Roanoke Bar Association and Bryce J. Hunter, FBA Western District of Virginia Chapter. SPEAKERS include: Hon. Michael F. Urbanski, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Virginia; Laura Day Taylor, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Western District of Virginia; John R. Thomas, Jr. (relator perspective) Hafemann Magee Thomas; Justin M. Lugar (defense perspective) Woods Rogers. The MODERATOR is Scott Oswald FBA Qui Tam Section.
This event does not offer CLE credit.
Register here – https://employmentlawgroup.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7YWI_5UtSnumSyL0mB3Yyg#/registration

CLE Seminar, November 13, 2024
2024-11-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Roanoke Higher Education Center
Date/Time:

Wednesday, November 13, 2024, 10:00 am – noon.
The seminar will be presented in-person at the Roanoke Higher Education Center, Room 408.

Program:

Program is from 10:00 am to noon.

“Suicide Prevention Best Practices for the Legal Community.”
The program will be presented by Deb Casello, president and founder of KEYS 365. She is a master-level suicide prevention trainer, and a dedicated professional working in crisis and trauma support since 2008.

Cost:

There is no charge to attend but seating is limited.
Registration is required.

CLE Credit:

Approved for 2.0 hours of CLE credit including 2.0 hours of Wellness.

Deadline:

Deadline to register is Friday, November 8, 2024. Registration is now closed

RBA - Luncheon, November 12, 2024
2024-11-12 12:00 | The Shenandoah Club
Date/Time:

November 12 , 2024
The Shenandoah Club
Buffet line begins at 12:00 noon; meeting begins at 12:25 p.m.

Program:

The speaker will be Attorney General Jason Miyares. Jason Miyares is the first Hispanic American to be elected to a statewide office in Virginia, and the first child of an immigrant to be Attorney General. A product of Virginia public schools, Mr. Miyares graduated with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from James Madison University and a Juris Doctorate from the College of William and Mary School of Law. He also served as a prosecutor in the Virginia Beach Commonwealth’s Attorney Office.

Board Meeting:

10:45 a.m. Executive Committee, 11:00 a.m. Board Meeting

Memorial Resolution:

none

Meeting Reservations:

Cost:

$25.00; make check payable to Roanoke Bar Association

Payment:

Payment is expected at the door.

Parking:

Parking in the Shenandoah Club lot is for club members only. Parking is available at the Franklin Road parking lot adjacent to the Club.

Reservation #:

Please register below for the in-person luncheon.

Deadline:

All reservations and cancellations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2024. After the deadline you may send a substitute to avoid a cancellations penalty. All other cancellations after the deadline will be billed $25.00. Registration is now closed. For walk-in availability please email rba@roanokebar.com.

Habitat for Humanity Restore Service Day - November 2, 2024
2024-11-02 09:30 - 12:30
Join the Roanoke Bar Association’s Habitat for Humanity Restore Service Day – November 2, 2024.
Register below for the RBA’s Habitat for Humanity Restore Service Project on Saturday, November 2, 2024, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The Habitat Restore is located at 3435 Melrose Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24017
The Habitat ReStore is open to everyone. The ReStore is a non-profit store and donation center selling used and some new items to fix, repair, maintain or decorate your home. ReStores accept donations and sells a constantly changing inventory of diverse, high-quality merchandise to the public at a fraction of the retail price, while diverting reusable household items and building materials from area landfills. Sales of donated items help Habitat-Roanoke with local families to build and rehabilitate affordable homes in the Roanoke Valley.
Sign up for the workday is limited to 10 volunteers. We are planning a construction/build work date in the spring.
This event has been postponed until Spring 2025.
Please contact Mollie Elder with questions or work openings – mollie.elder@woodsrogers.com

Courthouse Introduction with Judge David Carson, October 23, 2024
2024-10-23 15:45 - 17:00
Date/Time:

Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Roanoke City Courthouse 3:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Followed by a Social Hour from 5:15 – 7:00 pm at Corned Beef & Company.

Judge Carson will hold an introduction to the courthouse for all new attorneys. This will include introduction to our chief judges, clerks of court and the Sheriff. This event is for all attorneys who passed the Bar between 2020 – 2024 or attorneys who are waiting for results. You do not need to be an RBA member to attend but you must register.

Location:

3:45 – 5:00 p.m. – Roanoke City Courthouse, Courtroom 4, 315 Church Ave SW, Roanoke, VA
5:15 – 7:00 p.m. – Social Hour at Corned Beef & Company.

Deadline:

The deadline to register is Monday, October 21, 2024, at noon.

Cost:

There is no charge for this event. Please join us!

Sponsors:

Registration:

Registration is closed. Email rba@roanokebar.com for walk-in availability.
