Law Day Volunteers Needed!

We are in need of volunteers to answer Ask-A-Lawyer calls on Law Day and assist with other Law Day activities! Please contact Vice President Jennifer Ward at (918) 227-4682 to sign up!

Creek County Bar Association Committee Chairpersons Announced

The Creek County Bar Association Officers are currently extending invitations to serve on committees to our selected members. In response to implementation concerns, our officers have elected to delay any creation of a Bench and Bar Committee. Any concerns between local lawyers and our Judiciary may be directed to any Creek County Bar Association officer. The following members have accepted invitations to serve as chairperson for the respective committees:

• Court Rules Committee: Dana J. Barnett (Bristow)-Chairperson
• Public Relations Committee: Jennifer Ward (Sapulpa)-Chairperson
• Awards Committee: Judge Richard Woolery-Chairperson

Handling a Pro Bono case? Consider Self-Referral!

If you are currently handling a Pro Bono matter or considering accepting a case on a volunteer basis, please consider instructing your client to contact Legal Aid of Oklahoma, Inc. at (888) 534-5243 for eligibility screening. If you are a registered Legal Aid volunteer, Legal Aid will happily refer your client back to your office complete with all of the Legal Aid benefits, including forms, insurance, and experienced legal assistance from staff attorneys. For more information, please visit http://www.probono.net/ok

Creek County Bar Association "Gives Back": Legal Aid of Oklahoma, Inc.

In association with Attorney General Drew Edmondson’s Campaign for Justice, the Creek County Bar Association voted unanimously to donate to Legal Aid of Oklahoma, Inc. This is the second consecutive year our group donated to this very worthy cause! At our April 11th meeting, Ms. Karen Langdon of Legal Aid of Oklahoma, Inc. addressed our group, encouraging our lawyers to donate their time and services to low-income Oklahomans and senior citizens. Legal Aid volunteers are eligible for access to form database, enhanced insurance coverage, and experienced assistance with challenging cases. In order to enjoy these benefits, a volunteer lawyer need only accept one (1) case per year! Please visit http://www.probono.net/ok to learn more and register!

Creek County Bar Association "Gives Back": Bristow Public Schools

On April 11, 2008, the Creek County Bar Association unanimously passed a resolution to make a donation to Bristow Public Schools specifically for the purchase of certain benches and picnic tables for the Bristow Middle School. Bristow Public Schools expressed sincere gratitude for this generous donation and plans to host a dedication ceremony and press conference to commemorate our gift. We are truly honored to continue our tradition of supporting our communities and young people through education! Please check this website for a future announcement regarding the press conference.

Chuck Watson Nominated for Oklahoma Bar Association Board of Governors

At our regular meeting of the Creek County Bar Association on April 11, 2008 in Bristow, Oklahoma, our group unanimously passed a resolution to nominate Chuck Watson (Drumright) for the Oklahoma Bar Association Board of Governors seat currently held by Alan Souter (Bristow). We congratulate Mr. Watson on his nomination and wish him the best of luck at the Oklahoma Bar Association Annual Meeting!

Creek County Bar Association at the TU Chilifest Cook-Off

The Creek County Bar Association participated in the TU Chilifest Cook-Off on April 4, 2008 at the Collins Fitness Center at the University of Tulsa. Our entry, “Diversity Chili,” an Asian-inspired chili created by Vice President Jennifer Ward, was certainly a hit! We designed our table to pay tribute to the many diverse people groups in our county, including Lebanese Americans and Native Americans. Judge Woolery and Judge White both served as chili judges at this wonderful event. We would like to especially thank Edmond and Sherian Slyman for donating promotional items for our Creek County Bar Association table! Enjoy our Chilifest Pictures!

(From Left): President Lauren Lester Allison, Judge April Sellers White, and Vice President Jennifer Ward

(From Left): President Lauren Lester Allison, Judge Richard Woolery, and Vice President Jennifer Ward

The Filbeck Family enjoys TU Chilifest!

(From Left): Vice President Jennifer Ward and President Lauren Lester Allison...ready for chili-tasters!

An upclose look at our chili table....Notice Treasurer Mike Loeffler's scales of justice! Marsha Jones prepared the floral arrangements, and Edmond and Sherian Slyman donated our give-away goodies!

TheCreek County Bar Association Chili Booth. Our sign includes our "Diversity Chili" slogan: Diverse People, Diverse Ingredients!

April Regular Meeting Agenda

Creek County Bar Association

Regular Meeting

Thursday, April 10, 2008

11:30 AM-1:00 PM

Coachlight Restaurant-Bristow, Oklahoma

• Reception (11:30 AM): Buffet Served
• Welcome
• Introduction of Guests
• Announcements: TU Chilifest Report, Law Day Reminder, Coat Closet Donation, Donation to Legal Aid of Oklahoma, Inc., CLE, Creek County Bar Association Committees
• Donation and possible action regarding donation to Bristow Public Schools
• Donation and possible action regarding the nomination of Chuck Watson (Drumright) to the Oklahoma Bar Association Board of Governors
• Presentation of Karen Langdon, Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma, Inc.
• Old Business
• New Business
• Adjourn

TU Chilifest Cook-Off TONIGHT! Come Support Creek County!

The University of Tulsa College of Law Chilifest Cook-Off is TONIGHT, Friday, April 4, 2008, at 7:00 PM at the Collins Fitness Center located at 502 South Delaware on campus. This is a free event. Please plan to arrive early because the TU Men's basketball team is slated to face Bradley in the CBA Tournament Championship at the Reynolds Center tonight so parking may be limited. The Creek County Bar Association will be Chili #30. Lauren Lester Allison, Jennifer Ward, and J.V. Frazier will arrive early for set-up, and our Judges will be there to taste all the recipes! Please come by and support the Creek County Bar Association!