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HNB 36th nnual Convention

DALLAS HISPANIC BAR ASSOCIATION


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Situated in the northeaStern part of texaS, right on the

trinity river, dallaS SpreadS over an area of 997.10 Square

kilometerS and now haS a population of 1,316,350 people.

welcome lettersDiana S. Sen, HNBA President

Honorable Teresa Guerra Snelson and Christie M. Villarreal, Convention Co-Chairs

Benny Agosto, Jr., HNBA President-Elect

Zuraya Tapia-Hadley, HNBA Executive Director

David Maldonado, HNBA Region XII PresidentTarget Welcome Le tter

AT&T Welcome Letter

Walmart Welcome LetterDallas Bar Association Resolution

Texas State Senate Proclamation

Texas House of Representatives Resolution

list of annual convention committee memBers

HnBa leadersHip

lifetime memBers

HnBa past presidents

commissioners of tHe HnBa standing commission

on tHe status of latinas in tHe legal profession

HnBa legal fund

Honorary Host committee

in memoriam: uvaldo Herrera

career fair and exHiBitor list

agenda: scHedule of events

August 31, 2011 September 3, 2011

law student programming HigHligHts

youtH symposium

2011 legislative day & capital awards dinner

HnBa awards section

HNBA Latina and Latino Attorney of the Year Awards

HNBA Latina and Latino Judge of the Year AwardsHNBA Affiliate of the Year Award

HNBA Regional President of the Year Award

Law Student Organization of the Year

HNBA Corporate Partner of the Year Award

Presidential Award for Exceptional Service

HNBA Standing Commission on the Status of Latinas in the Legal Profession Awards

HNBA Lifetime Achievement Award

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4 Forging the Future Together, Dallas, Texas 2011

The history of Dallas begins back in 1839

when John Neely Bryan, a distinguished

lawyer born in Tennessee, came in the area of

todays Dallas. The lawyer, who had adventur-

ous spirit, was impressed by the desert lands

near the river. Bryan felt that this was an ideal

place for trade development. Back in 1841,

he purchased 640 acres of land, outlined a

20-street urban plan thus pitting the

foundations of the present-day city of Dallas.

Dallas has a legendary past that will always be

a thread woven into the citys rich and

colorful tapestry.

Dallas slogan Live Large. Think Big

describes the essence of a city that inspires

big ideas. This meaningful and confident

approach has resulted in world-class arts,

culture, architecture, business and more, which

are constantly changing the

appearance of the city.


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HNBA 36th Annual Convention 2011

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from

tHe HnBa

national

president

from

tH e

convention

co-cHairs

August 31, 2011

dear friends:

It is my real pleasure to welcome you to the Hispanic National Bar Associations

(HNBA) 36th Annual Convention and Third Judicial Summit, Forging the Future

Together. The next few days will provide exceptional CLE programming

and unmatched networking and professional development opportunities. We

immensely thank Judge Teresa Snelson and Christie Villarreal for their invaluable

leadership in organizing this amazing Convention, along with members of their

convention planning committee. We are particularly thankful to the Dallas Hispanic

Bar Association for hosting us. Without the generous suppor t of our sponsors, the

programming and services we provide to our membership would not be possible.

We are extremely grateful to you all and look forward to our continued partnership.

This convention is the culmination of a very rewarding year for me as your national

president. I thoroughly enjoyed working with such exceptional leaders throughout

the country as I visited every region and most of our affiliates in over 25 states.

This year, we continued to expand partnerships to benefit HNBA members and

the Hispanic community at large through our work with the National Hispanic

Leadership Agenda, LatinaStyle Inc., the American Bar Association (ABA) and

American Corporate Counsel, among others and launched a nationwide

mentor ing program We ramped up our advocacy work by signing on to various

amicus briefs against legislation such as SB1070 in Arizona, joint campaigns with

the ABA, and our first-ever comprehensive, interactive DREAM Campaig n. We

partnered with exceptional individuals and firms for Legislative Day, chaired by

Juan Carlos Benitez, the Mita Group and the Principal Strategy Group. In March,

we held an incredibly successful Mid-Year Corporate Counsel Conference

and National Moot Court Competition in New Orleans under the exceptional

leadership of Martha Castillo and Elia Diaz-Yaeger that even helped build a library

for Esperanza School, the only Latino charter school in the area.

Our signature Street Law en Espaol Program on Understanding Foreclosures

provided law students with the opportunity to work with lawyers and present

Know Your Rights Seminars on Mortgage Foreclosures throughout the country

to educate the community about foreclosure prevention. We launched successful

programs in Little Rock, Arkansas; Long Island, New York; Washington D.C.; Miami,

Florida; Santa Clara and San Francisco, California and have programs planned for

New Jersey, Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and Texas.

It has been a true honor to lead the HNBA this year and to work with you all. We

were able to advance the HNBA because of our members, sponsors, volunteers

and staff and we look forward to continuing to forge the future together.

Sincerely,

Diana Sen

HNBA National President

August 31, 2011

dear colleagues and friends:

On behalf of the HNBA Convention Planning Committee, welcome to the

great state of Texas! We thank you for being here to attend the HNBAs 36th

Annual Convention. We are honored to host you in Dallas for a convention

that includes CLE programming with leading experts, General Counsel from

Fortune 100 companies, and first-of-its kind entertainment and venues at an

HNBA Convention. We are also proud to have important national figures join us

to address our membership, including U.S. Senator John Cornyn; Julian Castro,

Mayor of San Antonio; Napolitano Perez Robinson and the Honorable Jimmie

V. Reyna, the first Hispanic ever to sit on the Court of Appeals for the Federal

Circuit and past HNBA President.

We trust that you will enjoy the exceptional educational programming and

convention events to the fullest. Our intention is not only to provide quality

programming, but also to introduce you all to Dallas and to have you enjoy the

city with friends and family. With the Hispanic population of Texas at close to

40%, Dallas is the perfect setting to talk about forging the future together the

future of the legal profession and of the Hispanic community. As the nations

fastest growing ethnic group, the future of America is increasingly intertwined

with the future of the Hispanic community. Therefore, the HNBA and DHBAs

mission to develop Latinos in the legal profession is even more important. This

convention is pivotal to continuing to build that strong network of support.

For the past year we have had the privilege to work with HNBA National

President, Diana Sen, the Convention Planning Committee, and HNBA staff to

make this convention a success. For several years now we had enjoyed working

together and with the DHBA members who all collaborated to bring the HNBA

convention to Dallas. Its been a great adventure to work together and we thank

all of you for your enthusiasm, dedication, and tireless efforts to make this

convention a success.

Last but certainly not least, we want to thank the companies and law firms that

have supported our efforts and commend your generosity. Our important work

would not be possible without the active support of our sponsors. Thank you for

your continued partnership with the HNBA.

In closing, a warm welcome to all. Welcome to Dallas!

Sincerely,

forging thefuture

together

The Honorable Teresa Guerra Snelson

Convention Co-Chair

Christie M. Villarreal

Convention Co-Chair

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from

tHe HnBa

president-

elect

from

tHe HnBa

executive

director

August 31, 2011

amigos y colegas:

Bienvenidos! Welcome to our beautiful state of Texas and to the 36th HNBA

Annual Convention,Forging the Future Togetherhere in Dallas! As HNBA

President-elect and Texas resident, I am proud to have the HNBA convention

here in Dallas, bringing together our Texas affiliates as well as members and

sponsors from across the country. A special welcome to members from the

DHBA, we thank you for your hard work and for co-hosting this great event.

As a long-time HNBA member and sponsor, I know that you will obtain great

benefit from the top-notch CLE programming, exceptional speakers, and

one-of-a-kind social events this convention has to offer.

Thank you to all of our attendees and sponsors for making this great event

possible, and a heartfelt thank you to the Convention Chairs, Judge Teresa

Guerra Snelson and Christie M. Villarreal, the convention committee

members, and the HNBA national staff for all their hard work.

This year has held successes for the HNBA with effective membership

drives, numerous regional events, and we furthered our charitable and

education mission though the various HNBA Legal Education Fund

receptions and the first-ever HNBA Charity Tennis Tournament. The

Education Fund events not only provided the funds needed for scholarships

to the winners of the 16th Annual Uvaldo Herrera National Moot Court

Competition, but also helped us establish and grow our presence in the state

of Florida. I look forward to continue the work that was begun this year, and

to further the success of the HNBA in the year to come as we Forge the Future

Together.

In the coming year, with the support of our sponsors, HNBA membership

can look forward to new educational initiatives, such as CLE Webinar series,

active sections and committees, increased panels and workshops hosted

by our regions, additional support to law students through expanded

scholarships by the HNBA Legal Education Fund, and adoption of charities

throughout the country to help children and the less fortunate, as we launch

The Year of the Advocate. I look forward to engaging all of you in all these

efforts, as expert panelists, sponsors, and volunteers. It has been a pleasure

to serve this year under the leadership of President Diana Sen, alongside an

exceptional board. Congratulations to those recently elected to the HNBA

Board of Governors, I look forward to serving with you and continuing our

important mission.

Sincerely,

Benny Agosto, Jr.

August 31, 2011

friends and colleagues:

Welcome to the HNBAs 36th Annual Convention! The HNBA is the only national

organization that brings together Hispanic legal professionals from across

the country, and provides services tailored exclusively to this population.

An example of such work has been the Promesa en el Derecho campaign, and

this years Street Law En Espaol program. Member services include: Advocacy

Unlike other bars, the HNBA is based in Washington, DC and has developed

a strong presence in the White House and in Congress. The HNBA is also a

member of the National Hispanic Leadership Agenda (NHLA), a coalition of

30 leading national Latino organizations that advocates as a block on specific

issues before the White House and Congress. Career Development - For law

students, new attorneys and seasoned attorneys, members have access to the

ever-growing HNBA career center online, and at our conferences. Over the next

few days, you will also have the unique opportunity offered by HNBA to learn

about career opportunities in the White House, Administration, and Federal

Government as part of the convention programming. Recognition - Only HNBA

members can nominate or be nominated for HNBA awards such as: the HNBA

Top Lawyers Under 40, and the Latina Commission Annual Award. Leadership

- Members can run for national office, thus serving their local communities

while developing their leadership through programs on a national scale. Law

Students - In addition to the mentorship and career development opportunities

at our events, law students can also enjoy scholarship opportunities and

fellowship opportunities through HNBA Programs. Other National Partnerships

- HNBA members enjoy a discounted ABA member rate, representation on a

national scale through NHLA, ability to participate as speakers and attendees at

LatinaStyle Inc. events focused on women in business, and joint programs with

organizations like the Association of Corporate Counsel, Minority Corporate

Counsel Association, and Justice at Stake, among others.

I trust that you will find the next few days full of exceptional educational

programming and memorable social events. I would like to thank the HNBA

Convention Co-Chairs for their leadership and support, the Convention

Committee members for all their hard work, and our Board of Governors for all

their support throughout the year. A special thank you to our sponsors, most of

whom are long-time partners of the HNBA Convention. You make our existence

and our important work possible. I extend a warm welcome to the incomingBoard of Governors and look forward to Forging the Future Together.

Sincerely,

Zuraya Tapia-Hadley

HNBA Executive Director

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from david

maldonado,

HnBa region

xii president

August 31, 2011

welcome from tHe region president:

On behalf of HNBA and Region XII, welcome to the beautiful city of Dallas,

Texas for the 36th HNBA Annual Convention. Region XII, comprised of the

states of Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana, specially welcomes you.

The Convention Co-Chairs, Judge Teresa Guerra Snelson and Christie M.

Villarreal, along with the intrepid members on their Convention committee

have done a tremendous job of preparing a unique and educational event

for you. The excitement enjoyed by the Dallas members who successfully

campaigned to bring this Convention to Texas has spread to their efforts in

creating an enjoyable event for all. A sincere thank you to all of our sponsors,

without whom we could not stage this important event. We are proud to

offer quality educational programming, a comprehensive career fair, and

outstanding networking opportunities that will also allow you to enjoy some

Texas hospitality. Welcome to Dallas! We are proud to host you.

David J. Maldonado

HNBA Region XII President

August 31, 2011

once again, target is proud to partner witH tHe Hispanic

national Bar association as a gold sponsor of tHe HnBa

2011 annual convention.

Because we believe so strongly that our team is our competitive advantage,

we began calling our employees team members in 1989 as a sign of our

commitment. That philosophy is one of the reasons Target has become not

just a place to earn a paycheck, but a place to grow, learn, be challenged,

have fun and make a difference. One of our core values is fostering an

inclusive culture, which ensures that our workforce reflects the communities

we serve. We seek out differences because having a diverse, multifaceted

team lets us put the best talent to work on our business.

Target has benefited from our HNBA partnership through the recruiting

of diverse talent, and through the top-notch development opportunities

made available to our team mem bers. Specifically, Targets attorn eys have

built strong relationships with the HNBA over the past few years and are

actively involved in building this important partnership. We continue to

support events like these because of the sheer energy they generate by

bringing together people from all walks of life, celebrating achievements and

providing key learning opportunities.

Best wishes for a successful and enriching convention.

Sincerely,

Tim Baer

Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Target

from

tim Baer,

target

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August 31, 2011

welcome to dallas and tHe great state of texas!

I am pleased to say that Walmart and the HNBA have been Forging the

Future Together for more than a decade. As a multi-year, Platinum Sponsor

we are proud of our affiliation with the HNBA and our common vision of

developing leaders in the legal profession and beyond. Consistent with our

corporate culture our involvement helps those who benefit from the various

HNBA programs live better.

Our attorneys active participation with the HNBA has always been of upmost

importance to us, and we are pleased to once again have a large number of

attorneys attending this years convention. We consider this event one of the

highlights of our year, and we look forward to visiting with you during our

time together.

Walmart believes that diversity and inclusion are key to a sustainable

business model that embraces and respects differences, enhances the

development of our associates, and helps us better understand and meet the

needs of our customers. The tremendous growth of the Hispanic population

as reflected in the recent census confirms that we must continue to recruit,

retain, and develop associates from all backgrounds to help us move forward

as a global company. Through our relationships with organizations like the

HNBA, we are keeping our commitment to be responsive to the communities

we serve throughout the world.

Congratulations to you all on the occasion of the Hispanic National Bar

Associations 36th Annual Convention. We are excited to be here to forge the

future together.

Samuel Reeves

Senior Vice President and General Counsel

Walmart U.S.

from

wayne watts,

at&t

from samuel

reeves,

walmart

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senate of

tHe state

of texas

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dallas Bar

association

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from tHe

state of texas

House of

representatives

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thehnba

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HNB 36th nnual Convention


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ANNUAL CONVENTIONPLANNING COMMITTEE

MEMBERS

b.cm 2120 Forging the Future Together, Dallas, Texas 2011

b 36th nnual convention 2011

C R R F I R

Eduardo S. Espinosa,

Chair, K&L Gates

Arturo Errisuriz,

Assistant Dean forCareer Services,Texas WesleyanUniversity Schoolof Law

Diego E.

Gomez-Cornejo,

K&L Gates

Leticia Padilla Morales,

Martineau King, PLLC

Cynthia Villanueva,

Liberty Mutual

C

P R O G R M M I N G

Ruben DeLeon,

Chair, DeLeon LawGroup

Jaime Jim Taronji. Jr.,

U.S. Federal TradeCommission

Brianna Hinojosa-

Flores,

Research in Motion

David G. Cabrales,

Locke Lord Bissell& Liddell LLP

Luis Gallegos,


Michael Massiatte,

Denbury Resources Inc

Rudy Rodriguez, Jr.,

Gruber Hurst JohansenHail Shank, LLP

Zaira Garca Khan,

Law Student

M R k T I N G

& P R O G R M

C O M M I T T

Paula M. Rosales

Aldana, Chair,

Dallas County DistrictAttorneys Office

Amanda Arizola,

Co-Chair,

MBA, MHSM, AkinGump Strauss Hauer& Feld LLP

Dallas Convention

Visitors Bureau

Ashley Merren-

Thomann, Merren Law

David Gonzales,

Henley & Henley, P.C.,and Adobe Title, L.L.C.

Mundo de la Fuente,

Liechty &McGinnis, LLP

Clarissa Trevino,JD

Edgar A. Morales,

Vinson & Elkins LLP

F I N N C

C O M M I T T

Jaime Ramon, Chair,

K&L Gates

Maria Fernandez,

IBM

Alan Dorantes,

AT&T

Michelle Mendez,

Hunton & Williams

Carlos Morales,

Friedman & Feiger, LLP

Robert Estrada,

Estrada Hinojosa

Rosario Heppe,

Fluor

G C O M M I T T

Monica Lira, Chair,

The Lira Law Firm,PLLC

Tessy Ortiz,

Ortiz Law Firm

Claudia Guerrero

Roco Cristina Garca,

Perkins Coie LLP

Celina M. Orr,

Carstens & CahoonLLP

k Y N O T

P k R

C O M M I T T

John Anderson,

Co-Chair,Alston & Bird

Henry Talavera,

Co-Chair, Hunton& Williams

Sergio Oehninger,

Hunton & Williams

Jaime Jim Taronji. Jr.,


YO UT H Y MP O IU M

Jose Ortiz, Co-Chair,

U.S. Departmentof Education

Juliette Gallegos,

Co-Chair,Gardere, Wynne,Sewell LLP

Steve Gonzales, Esq.,

Attorney at Law

Florentino A. Ramirez,

Ramirez & Associates

Sarah Saldana,

Office of the U.S.Attorney for theNorthern Districtof Texas

Victoria Neave,

Weil, Gotshal &Manges, LLP

W T U D N T

P R O G R M M I N G

C O M M I T T

Arturo Errisuriz, Chair,

Assistant Dean forCareer Services, TexasWesleyan UniversitySchool of Law

Rebecca Garza

Greenan, Directorof Public ServicePrograms, SMUDedman School of Law

Cynthia E. Hall,

Director of Systemsand External Affairs,UNT System, Office ofthe Chancellor

Leticia Padilla-Morales,

Martineau King, PLLC

O C I

C O M M I T T

Nellie Gomez

Hooper, Chair,

Blanscet SutherlandHooper & Hale, LLP

Manuel G. Berrelez,

Vinson & Elkins LLP

Yolanda Cornejo

Garcia,

Weil, Gotshal &Manges LLP

Alfonso J. Herrera,

Herrera & Associates

Robbie Partida-Kipness,

The Kipness LawFirm, P.C.

Michele Wong Krause,

The Wong KrauseLaw Firm

Yvette Ostolaza,

Weil, Gotshal &Manges LLP

Rodolfo Rudy

Segura Jr.,

McCall, Parkhurst& Horton LLP

C O M M I I O N

O N T H T T U

O F T I N I N

T H G

P R O F I O N

I I O N T O

P N N I N G

C O M M I T T

Adrienne Dominguez

Thompson & Knight LL

Karen Salas-Morales,

K&L Gates

Mercedes M. Sellek,

Abadin Cook

Monica M. MacGrego

Alvarez & MarsalDispute Analysis andForensic Services LLC

Carrie F. Ricci,

Departmentof Defense

M I D - Y R /

T T W I D

R C P T I O N

C O M M I T T

David Cabrales,

Locke Lord Bissell& Liddell LLP

Greg Hidalgo,

K&L Gates LLP

John V. Trevino, Jr.,

American Airlines

V O U N T R

Monica Adriano

Preston L. Jones

Celsa Rodriguez-Story

C O N V N T I O N

C O - C H I R

Hon. Teresa Guerra

Snelson,AssociateJudge, Dallas CivilDistrict Court

Christie M. Villarreal,

AT&T

W R D

C O M M I T T

Hilda Galvan, Chair,

Jones Day

Sean A. Andrade,

Baute,Crochetiere,& Maloney

Josefina Fernandez

McEvoy, NJ CapitalAdvisors

Sylvia Torres-Guillen,

Office of the Federal

Public Defender forthe Central District ofCalifornia, Los Angeles

Hon. Teresa Guerra

Snelson,AssociateJudge, Dallas CivilDistrict Court

Christie M. Villarreal,

AT&T

Diana Sen,

HNBA President


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FORGING THEFUTURE

TOGETHER

HNBALEAdERSHIP

** For a complete listing of the HNBA Board of Governors,

please see http://www.hnba.com/about/board-leadership/

N T I O N P R I D N T

Diana Sen,

Senior Counsel Of Latino

Justice PRLDEF

P R I D N T - C T :Benny Agosto, Jr.,

Partner,Abraham, Watkins, Nichols,

Sorrels, Agosto & Friend

V I C P R I D N T O F C T I O N

N D CO MM IT T :

Peter M. Reyes, Jr.,

Senior Attorney For Intellectual

Property, Cargill, Inc.

V I C P R I D N T O F

x T R N F F I R :

Claudine Martinez,

Vice President and General Counsel,

MCT Industries, Inc.

V I C P R I D N T

O F M M B R H I P :

Liz Lopez,

Counsel, Barnes & Thornburg

V I C P R I D N T O F P R O G R M :

Sean Andrade,

Partner, Baute, Crochetiere & Maloney

V I C P R I D N T O F R G I O N

N D F FI I T :

Ricardo Aponte Parsi,

Partner And Founder,

Aponte Parsi Law Offices

C R T R Y :

Cynthia Mares,

Regulatory Counsel,

Colorado Supreme Court OARC

T R U R R :Jorge Barcelo,

CCI Control Components Inc.

G N R C O U N :

Xavier Romeu,

New York, NY

I M M D I T P T P R I D N T :

Romn D. Hernndez,

Partner, Schwabe Williamson & Wyatt

W T U D N T

D I V I I O N P R I D N T :

Edward Carlson,

The University of Iowa

College of Law

Benny Agosto, Jr.

Darlene Aguilar

Filiberto Agusti

Daniel Alonso

Lillian Apodaca

Lester Aponte

Mari Carmen AponteRicardo Aponte-Parsi

Violetta Argueta

Geraldine Armendariz

Lorenzo Arredondo

Elena Asturias

Maria Asturias

Baltazar Baca

Raul Bencomo

Brigida Benitez

Juan Benitez

Alejandro Bertoldo

Ana-Mita Betancourt

Brad Billinger

Suzanne Bolanos

Al Borvice

Luis Burgos

Yuri Calderon

William Callejo

Adelfa Callejo

Grissele Camacho

Gabriel Carrera

David Carrillo

Gilbert Casellas

Alfredo Castellanos

Nelson Castillo

Richard Castillo

Carlos Castro

Clarissa Cerda

Hugo Chaviano

Ramon Cintron

Ezekiel Cortez

Otto De Cordoba

Ariana Cox

Evelyn Cruz Sroufe

Gonzalo Curiel

Colin da Silva Vint

Ruben De LeonPriscilla Delgado Argeris

Timothy Delgado

Manuel Del Valle

Kevin Diaz

Richard E. Dominguez

Victoria Espinel

Zulima Faber

John David Ferrer

Carmen Flores

Juan Flores Vasquez

David Fredick Gomez

Jose Fuentes

Corey Fulton

Jose Gaitan

Daniel Gandara

Arthur Garcia

Juan Garcia

Sergio Garcia

Angel Gomez

Richard Gonzales

Javier Gonzales-Sfeir

Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers

Richard Graffam

Peter Guerrero

Rafael Guillermety

Paul Gutierrez

Mary Hernandez

John Huerta

Juan Carlos Iturregui

Georgia Jacquez Lewis

Ur Jaddou

Carolina Jiron

Manfredo E. Lespier

Hector Lombana

Andres W. Lopez

Anthony Lucero

Diana LopezReuben Lucero

Phillip Martinez

Jose Vivaldi Martinez

Jacqueline Mccain

Francisco Medina

John Mendez

Robert Mendez

Lino Mendiola

Diana Montes

Joseph Morales

Ricardo Moran

Maritza Munich

Peter Muniz

Liza Murcia

Yvette Murphy

Michael Olivas

William K. Olivier

David Orta

Joseph Ortego

Carlos Ortiz

Mauricio Paez

ELizabeth Palacios

R. Samuel Paz

Eloy Peral

Daniel Perez

Luis Perez

Gema Pinon

Chips Portales

Miguel Pozo

Enrique Ramirez

Suzanne Ramos

Cruz Reynoso

Michael Rivera

Armando Rodriguez-Feo

Hugo Rodriguez

Javier Rodriguez

Marisol RojoAlejandro Roman

Alberto Ruisanchez

Lourdes Santiago

Rafael Santiago

Sarah Saucedo

Diana S. Sen

Michael Sillyman

Salvador Simao

Carlos Singh

Roberta Sistos

Charles Z. Smith

Donato Tapia

Raul Tapia

Albert F. Tellechea

Carlos Tellez Rodriguez

Victor Torres

James Trujillo

Kenneth Trujillo

Alan Varela

Philip Vasquez

Gregory D. Vega

Alice Velazquez-Aponte

Fred Vialet, Jr.

Daniel Vielleville

Maria Villa

Oscar Villarreal

Mauricio Vivero

Abraham Wise

Gloria Ybarra

Julio Zapata

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C O M M I I O N R O F T H H N B T N D I N G C O M M I I O N O N T H

T T U O F T I N I N T H G P R O F I O NMario G. Obledo,

FOUNDER, 1972-1977, Sacramento, CA

John Roy Castillo,

1980-1981, Lansin, MI

Robert Maes,

1981-1982, Denver, CO

Lorezno Arredondo,

1982-1983, Denver, CO

Mari Carmen Aponte,

1983-1984, Washington, DC

Gilbert F. Casellas,

1984-1985, Washington DC

Robert Mendez,

1985-1986, Hollywood, CA

William Mendez,

1986-1987, New York, NY

Michael Martinez,

1988-1989, Miami, FL

Jimmy Gurule,

1989-1990, New Haven, CT

Robert J. Ruiz,

1990-1991, Chicago, IL

Dolores Atencio,

1991-1992, Denver, CO

Carlos Ortiz,

1992-1993, Secaucus, NJ

Wilfredo Caraballo,1993-1994, Newark, NJ

Mary T. Hernandez,

1994-1995, San Francisco, CA

Jose Gaitan,

1995-1996, Seattle, WA

Hugo Chaviano,


Gregory Vega,

1997-1998, San Diego, CA

Lillian Apodaca,

1998-1999, Albuquerque, NM

Alice Velazquez,

1999-2000, Bayamon, Puero Rico

Rafael Santiago,

2000-2001, Hartford, CT

Angel G. Gomez,


Duard M. Bradshaw,

2002-2003, Akron, OH

Carlos Singh,

2003-2004, San Jose, CA

Alan Varela,

2004-2005, Santa Fe, NM

Nelson A. Castillo,

2005-2006, Roslyn Heights, NY

Jimmie V. Reyna,

2006-2007, Washington, DC

Victor M. Marquez,

2007-2008, San Francisco, CA

Ramona E. Romero,2008-2009, Wilmington, DE

Romn D. Hernndez

2009-2010, Portland, OR

Commission

Co-ChairsJosefina

Fernandez Mcevoy,Managing Director -

NJ Capital Advisors, LLC

Los Angeles, California

ylvia Torres-Guillen,Assistant Federal Public

Defender, Office the

Federal Public Defender,Los Angeles, California

Commissioners-ife-ong

ppointments

illian podaca,(1998-99)Bingham Hurst & Apodaca

Albuquerque, New Mexico

mbassador

Mari Carmen

ponte, (1984-1985)(ex-officio member)El Salvador

Washington, D.C.

Dolores . tencio,(1991-1992)Partner - GCR, LLP

Denver, Colorado

Mary T. Hernandez,(1994-95)Founding Partner-GCR, LLP

San Francisco, California

Ramona Romero,(2008-09) (ex-officio member)General Counsel, United

States Department of

Agriculture,Washington, D.C.

lice Velasquez,(1999-2000)

Law Office of Alice VelasquezSan Juan, Puerto Rico

ppointed

CommissionersNitza Vila grait,Senior Attorney

MicroSoft

Redmond, Washington

ilvia rgueta,Legal Aid Foundation

of Los Angeles

Los Angeles, California

karina yala-Bermejo,General Counsel, Metropolitan

Family Services

Chicago, Illinois

drienne Domingu ez,Of Counsel

Thompson & Knight LLP

Dallas, Texas

Rosie M. Gonzales,Principal

Law Office of Rosie Gonzales

San Antonio, Texas

Monica Macgregor,Alvarez and Marsal

Washington, D.C.

Professor Melinda

Molina,Assistant Professor, Capital

University Law School

Columbus, Ohio

Carrie F. Ricci,LTC, U.S. Army, Retired

Assistant General Counsel

US Department of DefenseEducation Activity

Washington, D.C.

Professor Jenny Rivera,CUNY Law SchoolFlushing, New York

neida Roman,Principal

Law Office of Eneida RomanBoston, Massachusetts

karen alas- Morales,PartnerK&L Gates

Miami, Florida

Mercedes M. elle,PartnerAbadin Cook

Miami, Florida

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HNBA LEGALEdUCATION FUNdboard f Diretors

THE HNBA LEGAL EdUCATION FUNd (THE FUNd), INCORPO-

RATEd IN APRIL 2010, IS AN INdEPENdENT, NOT-FOR-PROFIT,

CHARITABLE ANd EdUCATIONAL ORGANIzATION dEdICATEd

TO PROMOTING ANd FACILITATING EdUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.

THE FUNd ExPOSES UNdERREPRESENTEd STUdENTS ANd

PROFESSIONALS TO THE BENEFITS ANd OPPORTUNITIES IN

THE LEGAL PROFESSION By PROVIdING SCHOLARSHIP ANd

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO INdIVIdUALS FROM UNdERREPRE-SENTEd COMMUNITIES TO PURSUE LEGAL CAREERS, ANd SUP-

PORTING THE CHARITABLE ANd EdUCATION MISSION OF THE

HISPANIC NATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATION (HNBA). THE FUNd IS

BASEd IN WASHINGTON, d.C., ANd IS THE ONLy IRS SECTION

501(C)(3) CHARITABLE FOUNdATION WHICH SUPPORTS HNBA

CHARITABLE ANd EdUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.

The Honorable Patricia A. Madrid,Former Attorney General of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico

The Honorable Lorenzo Arredondo (Ret.),Lake Circuit Court, Crown Point, Indiana

Josena Fernandez McEvoy,Managing Member, NJ Capital Advisors, LLC, Los Angeles, California

The Honorable Alberto Gonzales,Former United States Attorney General, Lubbock, Texas

Mark Gallegos,Gallegos & Associates, Former HNBA National President, Miami, Florida

Susan Santana,Assistant Vice President, Federal Relations, AT&T, Washington, D.C.

The Honorable Catherine Torres-Stahl,Gonzales & Torres-Stahl, Attorneys at Law, San Antonio, Texas

Francisco Frank Angones,Angones, McClure & Garcia, P.A., Past President Florida BarAssociation, Miami, Florida

b.cm 2726 Forging the Future Together, Dallas, Texas 2011

For more information about The Fund, including information on how to make atax-deductible contribution, please visit its website: www.hnbafund.com.

PresidentRomn D. Hernndez

SecretaryBenny Agosto, Jr.

TreasurerOmar Vargas

ShareholderSchwabe, Williamson& Wyatt, P.C.Portland, Oregon

Abraham, Watkins,Nichols, Sorrels,

Agosto & FriendHouston, Texas

Director, GlobalPolicy & Governmental AffairsPepsiCo, Washington, D.C.


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HNBALEAdERSHIP

T H H N B C O N V N T I O N P N N I N G C O M M I T T N D T H D H B

R PR OU D TO N NO UN C TH T TH HO NO R RY HO T CO MM IT T

W C OM TH HN B TO D , T x .

T H H O N O R R Y H O T C O M M I T T I C O M P R I D O F :

U.S. Senator John Cornyn

U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison

Representative Roberto Alonzo

Representative Rafael Anchia

District Attorney Craig Watkins

City of Dallas Mayor Mike Rawlings

D. Wayne Watts,

Sr. Exec. Vice President andGeneral Counsel, AT&T

Gary Kennedy,

Sr. Vice President andGeneral Counsel, American Airlines

Carlos M. Hernandez,

Senior Vice President andChief Legal Officer, Fluor Corporation

Jeff Gearhart,

Executive Vice President, andGeneral Counsel, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Nina Vaca-Humrichouse,

Chairman, United States HispanicChamber of Commerce; CEO,Pinnacle Technical Resources

David L. Gonzales,

President and CEO, Greater DallasHispanic Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Elba Garcia,Dallas County Commissioner

Pauline Medrano

Deputy Mayor Pro Tem

Jerry Allen,

City of Dallas Council MemberDelia D. Jasso,

City of Dallas Council Member

Dean John Attanasio,

SMU Dedman School of Law

Dr. Frederic White,

Dean and Professor of Law, TexasWesleyan University School of Law

Lee Jackson,

Chancellor, Universityof North Texas System

Barry Sorrels,

President, Dallas Bar Association

Penny Blackwell,

President, Dallas Associationof Young Lawyers

Eric C. Blue,

President, JL Turner Legal Association

Kristina Krisi Kastl,

President, Dallas Women LawyersAssociation

Eunice Kim Nakamura,

President, Dallas Asian

American Bar Association

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Uvaldo Herrera was born in Pinos Altos, an isolated village

in the desert of Durango, Mexico. He came to the United States

when he was 11 years old, speaking only Spanish. He later

mastered not only the English language, but became a lawyer

and leader in the legal profession and had positive impact

on the lives of many law students, lawyers, and on the

development of U.S. law. After growing up in the Chicago area,

Uvaldo graduated from the University of Illinois and the

DePaul University College of Law.

In 1998, he j oined the corporate legal department of

State Farm Insurance Company, where he served in a variety of

positions. Uvaldo gave of his time and talents throughout his

life to a multitude of organizations. The HNBA is

incredibly blessed that it was one of the many organizations

Uvaldo granted his time and efforts. Uvaldo served with

distinction on the Board of Governors of the Hispanic National

Bar Association for over a decade. He was elected HNBA Vice

President of Programs and served as the

HNBAs General Counsel.

In recognition of his leadership, dedication, and service to law

students and the law, the Hispanic National Bar Association

named its celebrated national moot court competition, the

Uvaldo Herrera National Moot Court Competition. The Hon.

Jimmie V. Reyna, an HNBA Past President and current Circuit

Judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit,

noted, With Uvaldos passing, we who had the privilege of

working with him have lost a dear friend, the legal profession

has lost a great leader, and America has lost a contributor

whose positive influence will endure beyond generations to

come. Uvaldo was well known for his clever wit, calm demean-

or, and gentle and powerful inner strength. He is survived by his

wife, their daughter, Isabela, and his two sons, Brent and Bre.

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Hewlett Packard

Verizon

Alston & Bird

Bowman & Brooke LLPFoley & Lardner LLP

Hunton Williams

K&L Gates

Littler Mendelson

McGuire Woods LLP

Patton Boggs LLP

Perkins Coie LLP

Simpson Thacher & BartlettSquire Sanders

Department of Justice

Federal Public Defender

Federal Reserve Board

Federal Trade Commission

JAG Corps, U.S. Army

NAVY/JAG Corps

Office of General Counsel

CAREER fAiR:

United We DREAM

General Motors


Dallas Casa

SMU

Exponent

Stratos Legal

Department of Justice

Cargill

Lowenstein Sandler PC

Target

AT&T

Walmart


EXHiBiTORS:

COnTinuing lEgAl EduCATiOn

We are pleased to offer opportunities to earn continuing legal educationcredits for your attendance at the HNBAs 2011 Annual Convention.


U.S. Department of State- Bureau of InternationalNarcotics & Law Affairs

Office of the Comptroller ofthe Currency

United States Air ForceJAG Corps Recruiting

Federal Deposit InsuranceCorp (FDIC)

American Associationfor Justice

Securities and ExchangeCommission

New York County DistrictAttorneys Office

Southern MethodistUniversity

Minority Corporate CounselAssociation

2012 Tennis & GolfTournament

2012 Mid Year CorporateCounsel Conference

2012 Annual Convention,Seattle, WA

Look for the Be the March Foundation booth to learn more about registering to be a bone marrow donor. Theneed for potential donors of Hispanic and mixed-ethnicity backgrounds is immense. You could be the match thatsaves the life of a patient with leukemia, lymphoma, or a number of other blood disorders. For more information, goto www.bethematch.org or stop by the Be the March booth in the exhibit hall.

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8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

REgiSTRATiOn HOuRS

LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

dAllAS BAR ASSOCiATiOn RECEpTiOn fOR HnBA BOARd Of gOvERnORS And dAllAS HiSpAniC BAR

ASSOCiATiOn By y

LocAtion: Bel Mas & Pavl2101 Rss AveueDallas, texas 75201

WElCOmE RECEpTiOn

LocAtion: nema Marus1618 Ma SreeDallas, texas 75201

WELcoME REMARKS:Mke Rawlgs, Mar f c f Dallas

KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable thmas E. Perez, Asssa Are Geeral fr he cvl Rghs Dvs,U.S. Deparme f Juse

Awards: HnBA Affiliate orgaizati f the year ad HnBA Regial Presidet f the year

Registration Hours:LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Exhibit Hall HoursLocAtion: Le Sar Fer

plEnARy BREAkfAST:

LocAtion: Le Sar BallrmConsumer Protection

MoDERAtoR:Rber Esrada, Ser Maagg Drer, Esrada Hjsa ivesme Bakers

PAnEL:Her Balderas, new Mex Sae Audrthe Hrable Edh Ramrez, cmmsser, Federal trade cmmssna Vaa - Humrhuse, charma ad cEo, Pale

KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable Jae napla, U.S. Serear f Hmelad Seur

3:00 5:00 p.m.

5:00 6:00 p.m.

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How the New Federal Health Care Law Will Affect theBusiness CommunityThis panel will discuss the legal aspects of the new f ederal health care legislationand its impact on businesses.

MoDERAtoR:Ma P. navarr, Assae Prfessr, thmas M. cle Law Shl

PAnEL :naha crez, Asssa Prfessr f Law, Suher Mehds Uvers DedmaShl f LawPeer D. R, Speal cusel, Shwabe Wllams & WaJula Rvera, Brw Mcarrll

diSpuTE RESOluTiOn/liTigATiOn TRACk:

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Business Bankruptcy Issues for Non-Bankruptcy LawyersThis panel will address various basic bankruptcy related topics for the non-bankruptcy lawyerincluding consideration in anticipation of a bankruptcy filing, the key parties in bankruptcy casethe automatic stay, the claims allowance process, the plan confirmation process, and thedistinctions between adversary proceedings and contested matters.

MoDERAtoR:the Hrable Mauel Leal (Re.) Frmer U.S. Bakrup Judge, S.D. texas, urrelPrfessr f Law, thurgd Marshall Shl f Law a texas Suher Uvers,Hus, texas

PAnEL:omar Alaz, BakerBs, LLP, Dallas, texasylada crej Gara, Parer, Wel Gshal & Mages LLP, Dallas, texasJm Leshaw, Parer, Greeberg traurg LLP, Mam, FlrdaVr Vllaplaa, Parer,Fle Larder LLP, Sa Deg, calfra

puBliC inTEREST/SERviCE TRACk:

LocAtion: Le Sar A3The Successful Lawyers Playbook: How to Leverage YourStrengths to Flourish in Work and LifeThis interactive presentation shows you how to craft a career plan by setting meaningful goalsand leveraging your strengths to gain the skills necessary to reach them. You will also learnhow to use the latest research on work engagement, positive psychology and neurobiology toincrease your levels of overall well being and success in life and work, so you dont burn outalong the way. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of how to access their uniquestrengths profile, and how to use this profile to create a more successful career and a healthier,happier life.

PRESEntER:cd Pladzewz, Fudg member f Prfessial Develpmet Perspetives, adPrfessal cerfed cah (Pcc)

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Human Trafficking: 21st Century SlaveryHuman trafficking and sex trafficking have often been referred to as modern day slavery. Thevictims of these heinous crimes are typically immigrants, women, and children. While innocenceand trust cannot be restored to those who are abused and exploited, this panel will discuss thechallenges of investigating and prosecuting these cases, recurring victim-witness issues, andthe tools available to federal and state law enforcement to ensure that justice is done.

MoDERAtoR:Barbara A. Marez, Asssa U.S. Are ad chef f Speal Prseus Se,Ued Saes Ares offe fr he Suher Dsr f Flrda

PAnEL:the Hrable Lus c. deBaa, Ambassadr-A-Large, offe Mr ad cmbatraffkg Perss, U.S. Deparme f Saethe Hrable Wfred A. Ferrer, U.S. Are, Suher Dsr f Flrdathe Hrable thmas E. Perez, Asssa Are Geeral fr he cvl Rghs Dvs,U.S. Deparme f JuseMara Sahez-Gage, Asssa Are Geeral, offe f he new Mex AreGeeral, ad Drer f he Brder Vlee Dvs

BuSinESS TRACk:

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Securities Law DevelopmentsThere have been significant developments in the area of securities law. This panel will discussthe Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2010 and the i mplementingregulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, amongst other topics.

MoDERAtoR:Para Vllarreal, Parer-i-charge, Jes Da, Dallas, texas

PAnEL:Eduard S. Espsa, Parer, K&L Gaes LLPSarah Saldaa, Depu crmal chef, U.S. Ares offe fr he nrher Dsrf texas; nmaed b Presde obama be he U.S. Are fr he nrherDsr f texas, awag Seae frma.

diSpuTE RESOluTiOn/liTigATiOn TRACk:LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Litigation/ral Advocacy Panel

MoDERAtoR:Lsa Blue Bar

PAnEL:Laurel Bellws, Prpal, the Bellws Law Grup, P.c.ophela cama, Parer, Susma Gdfre LLPthe Hrable Eva Guzma, Juse, texas Sae Supreme cur

10:45 11:45 a.m.

12:00 1:30 p.m.

4:00 - 5:00 p.m.

1:45 2:45 p.m.


LocAtion: Le Sar A3

ut of the Shadows: Immigration Issues for the LatinoLGBT CommunityThis panel discussion will discuss the legal context that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and TransgenderLatino immigrants have to navigate. From the rights of bi-national same sex couples to accessto family reunifications options to workplace protections against discrimination for LGBT immi-grants, to the rights of LGBT immigrant detainees, this workshop will discuss the current state ofthe law and recent developments, new advocacy campaigns, and potential options for relief forLGBT Latino immigrants.

MoDERAtoR:

Keeh Up, Supervsg Are, Lambda Legal, Suh ceral Regal offe

PAnEL:Marha Gzalez, Saff Are, Huma Rghs iaveiv Espza-Madrgal, Saff Are, Lambda LegalJh nehma, Parer, Kae & nehma LLPDa trres, Saff Are, calfra Rural Legal Asssae; naal ceer fr LesbaRghs

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Prosecution, Ethics and the ediaThe purpose of this course is to prepare prosecutors on what their ethical responsibilities arein dealing with the media with respect to any of their cases. High profile cases and the specialissues that arise will be discussed. Also, the proper balance between the publics right to knowand the confidentiality of a case will be covered. Additionally, the panel will discuss effectiveways of utilizing the media to communicate the prosecutions role and providing the public withuseful information while still complying with ethical obligations.

MoDERAtoR:Lemuel L. Marez, 13h Judal Dsr Are, R Rah, new Mex

PAnEL:clauda casr, Asssa Sae Are, ck cu, illsMhael A. Rams, Dsr Are, Sa Berard cu, calfraHer R. Valdez, Supervsg Depu Dsr Are, Sadval cu, new Mex

HnBA COmmiSSiOn On THE STATuS Of lATinAS in THE lEgAl pROfESSiOn

THiRd AnnuAl AWARdS lunCHEOn

LocAtion: Le Sar Ballrm

KEynotE REMARKS:Slva Medez, cvl Rghs Avs

Awards: Latia Attre f the year, Lati Attre f the year, ad 2011 Latiacmmissi Award

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This program will focus on issues that are critical to the boards of directors and themanagement of public companies, such as the SECs new regulations on shareholderproposals and whistleblower protection. It will also cover issues relating to executivecompensation and shareholder voting on executive compensation.

MoDERAtoR:Gerge Muz, Prpal, Muz Grup, Frmer Asssa Serear ad chef Faaloffer U.S. treasur Deparme

PAnEL:the Hrable nels A. Daz, Frmer Judge f he Phladelpha cur f cmmPleas; Parer, Dlwrh Paxs LLPPabl Sheder, crbug Edr, La Leaders MagazeMar R. trev, c-Maagg Parer, Exeuve cmpesa & Beefs PraeGrup, Sullva & crmwellReald A. Valea, Assae Dea, S. Mars Uvers Shl f LawRud Rdrguez, Jr., Parer, Gruber Hurs Jhase Hal Shak, LLP


LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Arbitration vs. Litigation: Whats Really theBest Alternative for Your Client?This panel discussion will explore whether arbitration continues to be a viable alternative to liti-gation, including contrasts between the two approaches concerning: strategic considerations;length of time from commencement to disposition; applicable procedures; cost; and the advan-tages and disadvantages of each.

MoDERAtoR:the Hrable carls R. Mre (Rered),Frmer Assae Juse, calfra Supremecur; of cusel, irell & Maella LLP

PAnEL:the Hrable Davd Meda, Juse, texas Supreme curyvee oslaza, Parer, Wel, Gshal & MagesRud Rdrguez, Jr., Parer, Gruber Hurs Jhase Hal Shak, LLP


LocAtion: Le Sar A3Sanctuary Cities as a National Concern and the Impact of State andLocal Legislation on ImmigrationCities in the United States began designating themselves as sanctuary cities during the 1980s.The first policy was first i nitiated in 1979 in Los Angeles to prevent police from inquiring aboutthe immigration status of arrestees so that officers would not trigger police action, with the objec-tive of discovering the alien status of a person. Since then, with the growing crisis caused by thebroken immigration system at the federal level, states have begun to develop a patchwork oflaws aimed at addressing if and how to conduct reviews of residents immigration status. Thisyear, the Administration has also issued new guidelines on its program to review the legal statusof individuals who are arrested, called Secure Communities. The panel of experts will explorethe legal arguments used by existing sanctuary cities, the legal implications of the existing patch-work of local and state laws, and the mechanics of programs like Secure Communities and how

they are implemented at the local and state level.

MoDERAtoR:the HrableJua Jass, Dallas cu Juse f he Peae

PAnEL:the Hrable Rafael Aha, texas Sae Represeave adParer, Haes & Be LLPchef Davd Brw, chef f Ple, c f Dallasthe Hrable Dela Jass, Member, c f Dallas, culmember, Dsr 1

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Identity TheftReports of data breaches and identity theft fill the pages of the news media. This panel willaddress the legal issues surrounding these topics.

MoDERAtoR:Jh A. Mehaa, Ser Ve Presde ad Geeral cusel, cSide crpra

PAnEL:Paula Pere, Maagg Are, texas Legal Serves ceerSeve tprff, Are, Dvs f Prva ad ide Pre,Bureau f csumer Pre, Federal trade cmmssGar trmbla, Depu crmal chef fr Geeral crmes, offe f he Ued SaesAre fr he nrher Dsr f texas

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LocAtion: Hus ABThis is a unique opportunity for law students to meet with HNBA attorneys who will providepractical advice on resume writing and interview skills. Attorneys will also be available toreview students resumes and answer questions on interview tips.

MoDERAtoR:Davd Maldad, Ser Ve Presde, Speal cusel, i.

PAnEL:Fras cerez, Hrg Parer, Fle & Larder LLP

Valere Jaks, Drer f Dvers ad ilus, K&L GaesJas Kreser, Hrg Parer, Jes DaDave Shule, Hrg Parer, thmps Kgh

MocK intERViEWERS:Rk Barrera, Assae, the Malhra Law FrmJse Perez, Assae, Smh, Svk, Kedrk, & Suge, PcPeer M. Rees, Jr., Ser ielleual Prper Are, cargll crpra

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Recent Developments in Patent Law

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This panel will discuss recent developments in the area of patent law. It will cover recentpatent cases decided by the Federal Circuit, the Federal Trade Commissions proposedrevisions to patent notice contained in its March 2011 report entitled The Evolving IPMarketplace: Aligning Patent Notice and Remedies with Competition, and discuss Section337 litigation before the International Trade Commission.

MoDERAtoR:Braa Hjsa-Flres, Pae Are, Researh M; c culmember, cppell, texas

PAnEL:Wllam che, Depu Geeral cusel, Federal trade cmmssKrsa c Krah, Law clerk the Hrable Jmme V. Rea,

U.S. cur f Appeals fr he Federal crunaha Kelle, Assae Slr, U.S. Pae ad trademark offeia tarj, Assae, Addu, Masra & Shaumberg, LLP


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Employment Law Update: Three Hot Topics in Employment LawThe panel will address three important topics of interest in the field of employment law:(1) legal update from the EEOC; legal implications of social media at the workplace; andemployment issues affecting the Hispanic workforce.

MoDERAtoR:Jame Ram, Parer, K&L Gaes

PAnEL:Rber A. ca, Regal Are, Equal Emplme ad oppru cmmss(EEoc), Dallas,texasAgela LaPeere, Parer,carrg clemaVr Vrames, naal Ser cusel, Mexa Amera Legal Defese adEdua Fud (MALDEF)


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Looking at Latino Political History through the Lens ofHernandez v. Texas: Still a Class Apart?The Hernandez v. Texasand Brownv. Board of Education cases, decided within a two-week period,send different signals as to the Courts rationale for finding a Fourteenth Amendment violation.Hernandezlacks the direct proof of discrimination that Brown abundantly possesses. However,Hernandezfound the circumstantial evidence to be quite compelling. The Court concluded it wasincredulous that during a period of twenty-five years, a county with a fourteen percent Latinopopulation could not find even one Latino to serve on a jury. The statistics alone seem to pave theroad to the Courts language that the result bespeaks discrimination. While Hernandezleavesroom to argue that discriminatory impact evidence suffices to prove a violation of equal protec-tion, later Supreme Court precedents create in civil rights attorneys a concern that they need thesmoking gun of an overtly racist act to prove their equal protection claim. The panelists will discussthe Hernandezcase and its development as well as ideas as to how the holding can be applied toissues like educational opportunity and others which confront the Latino community, the nationslargest and still growing ethnic minority group.

MoDERAtoR:Rube c. DeLe, DeLe Law Grup, Pc

4:00 5:30 p.m.

PAnEL:Meredes olvera, Jurals, the Dallas Mrg newsLupe Salas, Prfessr, texas Suher Uvers - Law

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Elderly Exploitation and the Criminal Justice PerspectiveThis presentation will give an overview of common financial crimes and the successes anddifficulties in prosecuting these crimes when the victim is elderly. Real case studies ofactual prosecutions will be presented.

PAnEL:

Am crf, Asssa Dsr Are wh he Dallas cu Dsr Ares offeDa Srmaer, Asssa Dsr Are wh he Dallas cu DsrAres offe

mid yEAR plAnning COmmiTTEE RECEpTiOn

HoStED By:Lwese Sadler LLP ad Sedgwk LLP

BuSES BEgin TO dEpART fOR mEAdOWS muSEum fROm SOuTHERn mETHOdiST univERSiTy

EvEning RECEpTiOn

LocAtion: Suher Mehds Uvers Dedma Shl f Law

3315 Dael Aveue, Dallas, texas

WELcoME REMARKS:Dea Jh B. Aaas, Suher Mehds UversDedma Shl f Law

KEynotE REMARKS:Laurel Bellws, Prpal, the Bellws Law Grup, P.c;Presde-Ele f he Amera Bar Assa

Awards: Lati Judge f the year. Latia Judge f the year, ad the Presidetial Award

BuSES BEgin TO dEpART fOR mEAdOWS muSEum fROm SOuTHERn mETHOdiST univERSiTy

pRivATE TOuR Of THE mEAdOWS muSEum fOR HnBA COnvEnTiOn ATTEndEES

HnBA yOung lAWyER diviSiOn AfTER-pARTy

LocAtion: Wld Salsa, 1800 Ma S., Dallas, texas 75201

Registration Hours:LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Exhibit Hall HoursLocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Career FairLocAtion: Le Sar Ballrm B*ll interviews will be held in 30 minute intervals

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KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable tdd Rbs, Depu Asssa Serear, U.S. Deparme f SaeMr. Robinson will focus on how the Department would like to partner with Spanish-speakingattorneys to help solve some of the incredible challenges the Americas are facing in terms oftransnational crime.

Picking the Casey Anthony Jury in the Day and Age of Instantaneousass edia

intRoDUctoRy REMARKS: Barr Srrels, Parer, Srrels, Udashe & AintRoDUction & REMARKS: Gerald Rvera, Jurals ad Are

intERViEWER: Lsa Blue Bar

intERViEWEE: Jse A. Baez, Esq., the Baez Law Frm

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Corporate Compliance and Business Ethics ProgramsIn-house counsel and compliance professionals are responsible for developing, reviewing andimplementing effective corporate compliance and ethics programs. Compliance with laws andthe organizations policies are critical components of effective risk management. Additionally,in-house counsel and compliance professionals are responsible for advising their clients on howto obtain business and close transactions. These objectives can often create ethical dilemmas forthe lawyer as closing a transaction or approving a decision may fall into the gray zone ofcomplying with law. This panel will discuss corporate programs designed to comply with U.S.and global laws as well as how they manage those ethical dilemmas.

MoDERAtoR:Mara Feradez, Ser cusel ad trus & cmplae offer, iBM crpra

PAnEL:Rsar Heppe, Ser Drer, crprae cmplae, Flur crpraBred Ra, Mrsf crpraMaur M. Wlfe, Duae Mrrs LLPRafael X. Zahraldd, Ell Greeleaf


LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Current Trends and Changes in Intellectual Property LitigationIntellectual property laws are changing rapidly in response to new technologies. In this session,Intellectual Property Litigation attorneys offer insights into new developments in trademarks,patents, right of publicity and more, with a particular focus on how these developments applyto technology companies.

MoDERAtoR:Dr. Jse Meledez, Fuder ad cEo f Pae calls, i.

9:30 10:30 a.m.

8:00 9:30 a.m. PAnEL:Hlda Galva, Parer, Jes DaDra Peagara, capal Member, Mcell Valds, LLcGselle Ruz Arhur, crprae trademark cusel, trademark & cprgh Grup,DuP Legal


LocAtion: Le Sar A3

Exonerations: The Dallas ExperienceThis panel will address the vision and implementation of the Dallas County DistrictAttorneys Offices internationally recognized Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU). Additionally,

the panel will present the CIUs work and accomplishments and feature a CIU exoneree,Patrick Waller, who was wrongfully convicted and served nearly 16 years in a Texas prisonfor crimes he did not commit.

PAnEL:cha R. Garza, Dallas cu Asssa Dsr ArePark Waller, Dallas cu Exereecrag Waks, Dallas cu Dsr Are

judiCAl SummiT/BEnCH And BAR:

LocAtion: Le Sar A4

Path to the Federal BenchThe moderator and panelists will discuss the important qualifications of candidates for thefederal bench, federal requirements, and strategies necessary for a successful confirmationprocess. This panel will provide the perspective of an expert in judicial selection and nomina-tions processes, a candidate that has experienced this process, and organizations that work foadded diversity on the bench. This is also an opportunity to learn more about the HNBAs judicial endorsements program, its recent publication Path to the Federal Bench, and the greatsuccess achieved in the last few years by the HNBA with the growing nominations and confir-mations of Latino candidates.

MoDERAtoR:Rber Rabe, Fuder ad Prpal, the Rabe Grup

PAnEL:Zada Arguedas, Depu Exeuve Drer, League f Wme Versthe Hrable Lu Haera, U.S. Dsr cur fr he nrher Dsr f calfra

the Hrable Mar Heradez, U.S. Dsr cur fr he Dsr f oregZelle ober, Amera csu Se

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Global Business TransactionsBusinesses operate today on a global basis. This panel will discuss the intricacies ofconducting business, and preparing transactional documents, on a global basis.

MoDERAtoR:Jame Arezaga - S, caddae fr Sae Seae f Vrga, Frmer Appee he offe f he Geeral cusel, U.S. Age fr ieraal Develpme

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PAnEL:Wls chu, Parer, K&L Gaescarmela Heradez, Assae, Baker & MKezeFlre Ramrez, Sr., Ramrez & AssaesMars G. Rqull, Parer ,Gdw Rqull Pc


LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Legal Writing

MoDERAtoR:

chad Baruh, Law offe f chad Baruh, Dallas, texasPAnEL:the Hrable Alber Daz, Judge, U.S. cur f Appeals fr he Furh cruthe Hrable irma c. Ramrez, U.S. Magsrae Judge, nrher Dsr f texas


LocAtion: Le Sar A3

Health Care Reform: Legal Debate over Federalism and InterstateCommerce

MoDERAtoR:Mram Mess, Parer, Sheppard Mull

PAnEL:

Dese Rs Rdrguez, Parer, Fle & Larder LLP

Her talavera, Parer, Hu & Wllams LLP


LocAtion: Le Sar A4

Contempt and Sanctions: Spare the Rod, Spoil the Profession?

MoDERAtoR:the Hrable M. Ke Sms, Dsr Judge- Rered 31s Dsr cur, Dallas cu

PAnEL:

the Hrable Eva Guzma, Juse, texas Supreme curthe Hrable Paul Davs, Dsr Judge, Aus Ser Judge 200h Dsr cur,travs cu, Presel vsg Judge, Medar ad Arbrar

HiSpAniC gEnERAl COunSEl ROundTABlE lunCHEOn

LocAtion: Le Sar BallrmHispanic General Counsel from Corporate America and a non-profit organization will discusstheir career paths and the current legal issues that are important to them in their organizations(what keeps them up at night) and as Hispanics.

MoDERAtoR:Walfrd WallJ. Marez, Maagg Parer, Hu & Wllams; frmer Ser VePresde ad Geeral cusel f Dage

12:00 1:45 p.m.

PAnEL:carls Heradez, chef Legal offer ad Serear, Flur crpraRega Ma, Ser Ve Presde ad Geeral cusel, Dallas chldres MedalceerGlra Saa, Exeuve Ve Presde, Geeral cusel ad Serear, MDaldscrpraJh trres, Exeuve Ve Presde/chef Legal offer, Lex ieraal

KEynotE REMARKS:Mar Jula casr, Sa A, texas

AWARD: crprate Parter f the year

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U.S. Antitrust and Global Competition LawsRepresentatives from the federal government and in-house counsel will discuss recentdevelopments in U.S. antitrust enforcement laws and among global competition authorities.

MoDERAtoR:Peer M. Rees, Jr., Ser ielleual Prper cusel, cargll, irpraed

PAnEL:Armad irzarr, cusel fr ielleual Prper, Ampeve Praes Dvs,Bureau f cmpe, Federal trade cmmssPeer Muhe, Asssa chef, Lga i Se, Arus Dvs, U.S. Deparmef Juse


LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Twitter e This or Why We Cant Be Friends?:The Impact of Social Networking in Discovery & TrialThe impact of social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.) continues to grow in legal matterincluding litigation and trial. Social media use has involved all participants in lawsuits includingjudges, jurors, consultants, attorneys, reporters, and witnesses. Use of social media leaves mineof data online. This information can be of great use in building case themes and defenses. Thispanel discussion will explore: the discoverability and admissibility of information and evidence

obtained from social networking sites, including recent judicial decisions; ethical implications offriending opponents in litigation; discovery and trial tips; and best practices for litigants andcounsel regarding the use of social networking sites.

MoDERAtoR:thmas Wark, Sr., Ser cusel, DuP

PAnEL:Sea Adrade, Parer, Baue crheere & Male LLPcaml Ehavarra, Parer, Davs Wrgh tremae LLPDavd c. Shka, Prpal Depu Geeral cusel, Federal trade cmmss


LocAtion: Le Sar A3

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Birth-right Citizenship and the 14th AmendmentThis panel will provide an overview of existing legislation aimed at eliminating birth-rightcitizenship and interpretation of the naturalization clause of the 14th Amendment. This panelwill provide a legal analysis of the legislation threatening to end birthright citizenship andcurrent developments.

MoDERAtoR:Daa S. Se, Ser cusel, La Juse PRLDEF

PAnEL:Arael Muz Perh, Drer,ABA cmmss Hspa Legal Rghs &Respsbles

Je Rvera, Prfessr f Law, the c Uvers f new yrk (cUny)thmas A. Saez, Presde, Mexa Amera Legal Defese ad Edua FudDael Se, Presde, Federa fr Amera immgra Refrm


LocAtion: Le Sar A4

Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good Judges?

MoDERAtoR:H. cahere Haes, Ffh cru cur f Appeals

PAnEL:the Hrable carls Lpez, Frmer Sae Dsr Judge; Sharehlder, Ve, Lpez,Seraf, Jeevethe Hrable Laa Mers, Juse, Ffh Dsr cur f Appealsthe Hrable irma Ramrez, U.S. Magsrae Judge, nrher Dsr f texas

BuSinESS TRACk:

LocAtion: Le Sar A1

The White House Executive Appointments Project


LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Belted or Unbelted?: Seat Belt Issues in Product Liability ClaimsThe question of whether or not seat belts are worn by occupants during a collision becomes

an issue in evaluating compliance with restraint laws, determining comparative negligence,and assessing alleged defect in occupant protection systems in product liability claims. A gen-eral overview of the seat belt issues will be presented, including a discussion of the role of thebiomechanics expert in injury causation analysis and the evaluations an expert may rely onto assess seat belt usage and effectiveness. Case studies will be presented highlighting vari-ous restraint scenarios, including accidents where non-use or misuse of seatbelts resulted inenhanced injuries and those where seat belt usage would not have affected injury outcome.

MoDERAtoR:yesea cardeas, Assae, Bwma ad Brke LLP

PAnEL:Be Ags, Jr., Parer, Abraham, Waks, nhls, Srrels, Ags & FredKeh Graffam, Fudg Parer, Graffam & BaggLssee Ruber, Ser Assae, Expe

3:00 4:00 p.m.


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verview of Current Immigration Legislation and EnforcementThe panel will provide an overview of the current status of immigration legislation at the stateand federal level, and an analysis of the constitutionality of such laws, impact on civil rights, and review of recent administrative briefings and memoranda adding guidance for the office of U.S.Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

MoDERAtoR:Llla Rdrguez Lpez, Presde, Hspa Federa

PAnEL:

Jm Ferg-cadma, Regal cusel, Mexa Amera Legal Defese ad Edua Fud(MALDEF)Her Sahez, Exeuve Drer, Labr cul fr La Amera Advaeme(LcLAA)Bre Wlkes, naal Exeuve Drer, League f Ued La Amera czes(LULAc)


LocAtion: Le Sar A4

Implicit Bias: Analyzing PowerAs a society, we often believe that individuals and/or their communities are solely responsible fotheir conditions. Through the analysis of institutional power, participants will learn to identify andunpack the systems external to the community that create the internal realities that many peopleexperience daily.

PRESEntER:Je James, Ass. Depu Exeuve cmmsser f he ceer fr Dsprpralad Dspares, texas Dep. Huma Svs cmmss

FAciLitAtoR:traers frm he Peples isue fr Survval ad Bed

CHAmpAgnE COCkTAil RECEpTiOn By THE HnBA lgBT SECTiOn

LocAtion: A1

HoStED By:Amera Eagle ad Laudes

BuSES BEgin TO dEpART TO dAllAS COWBOyS STAdium

***Please view trasprtati shedule b Registrati i lbb ad at cierge desk fr speipik-up/departure shedule ad lati.

RECEpTiOn AT dAllAS COWBOyS STAdium

LocAtion: Dallas cwbs Sadum

WELcoMinG REMARKS:

Wae Was, Ser Exeuve Ve Presde & Geeral cusel, At&t

KEynotE REMARKS:

the Hrable Jh cr, Ued Saes Sear frm texasAward: ohtli Award

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Attorney Registration Hours:LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Exhibit Hall Hours:LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Continental Breakfast- pen to aw Students, youth Smposium, and Convention ttendeesLocAtion: Le Sar A4

ATTORnEy pROgRAmming:

LocAtion: Hus AB

Film Screening: Sowing the Seeds of JusticeSowing the Seedsof Justicepaints a portrait of Cruz Reynoso, a man who felt the sting of injusticeas a child and later, as a lawyer, judge and teacher, fought for over five decades to eradicatediscrimination and inequality for all. Sowing the Seeds of Justicebegins with Cruz Reynosos child-hood where he was born into a Spanish-speaking farm worker family of eleven children. It showshis struggle to be educated, leading to his graduation from Pomona College in 1953 and from UCBerkeley Law School in 1958. He then became the f irst Latino Director of California Rural LegalAssistance and later one of the first Latino law professors in the country beginning his academiccareer at the University of New Mexico Law School. His ascent to the California Supreme Courtwas a singular achievement, when he was appointed by Governor Jerry Brown as the fi rst Latinojustice on that bench. Then in a heated recall campaign whose central issue was the death pen-alty, Reynoso and two other justices lost their seats. As Vice Chair on the U.S. Commission onCivil Rights, he provided leadership in the only investigation of voting rights abuses in the 2000election in Florida. He received the countrys highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal ofFreedom, for his lifelong devotion to public service. Today at 80, he continues to teach law at UCDavis Law School and to actively participate in community organizations throughout the state ofCalifornia.

MoDERAtoR:Daa Se, HnBA Presde

PAnEL:the Hrable cruz Res, HnBA Fuder,Prfessr Emerus, Bhever ad Brd Prfessr f Law Uc Davs Shl f Lawthe Hrable. Lrez Arredd, Judge Lrez Arredd Juse ceerDa tapa, HnBA Hsr cmmee ad Are

Diversity: The Growing Hispanic Population in the United StatesLocAtion: Hus ABThe Hispanic population is now the fastest growing demographic in the country, and the young-est. The Latino population has doubled and tripled over the last ten years, mostly in non-traditionallyHispanic areas. Today, 1 in 3 kindergartners is Hispanic, and by 2023 that number will be 50% nation-wide. These demographic changes demonstrate the growing power of Latinos as an electorate, con-sumer market, and as advocates. Andres Ramirez discusses the potential impact of these shifts andcurrent re-districting issues facing Latino communities throughout the country.

SPEAKER:Adres Ramrez, Fuder ad Prpal, Ramrez Grup

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2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

5:30 6:30 p.m.

5:30 6:30 p.m.

4:00 5:30 p.m.

KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable Lu Haera Kh, U.S. Dsr cur fr he nrher Dsr f calfra

PRESEntAtion:Bg Brhers Bg Ssers

Award: Law Studet orgaizati f the year

ATTORnEy And lAW STudEnT jOinT pROgRAmming

LocAtion: Hus AB

Pathways to EmploymentThis showcased panel is in Co-Sponsorship with the American Bar Association (ABA) and features

experienced lawyers who will discuss career opportunities in private practice, government service,as corporate in-house counsel, and in the international area for lawyers and law students.

MoDERAtoR:Jame (Jm) tarj, Are, offe f he Geeral cusel, Federal tradecmmss

PAnEL:Marel Bmbau, ABA Se f ieraal Law, M. & M. BmhlDavd Maldad, Ser Ve Presde, Speal cusel, i.Rhard Parker, Speal cusel, U.S. Deparme f JuseVea Rhards, Presde ad cEo f he Assa f crprae cuselMajr Geeral Buh tae, Depu Judge Advae Geeral, U.S. ArmGle Wes, Maagg Parer, Wel, Gshal & Mages

HnBA Civil RigHTS SECTiOn mEETing

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HnBA yOung lAWyERS diviSiOn mEETing

LocAtion: c2

HnBA lgBT SECTiOn mEETing

LocAtion: c3

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LocAtion: Le Sar A3-A4

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KEynotE REMARKS:

the Hrable Jmme V. Rea, Judge, U.S. cur f Appeals fr he Federal cru

Award: HnBA Lifetime Ahievemet Award

SWEARing-in Of HnBA pRESidEnT And pRESidEnT-ElECT

Etertaimet util midight.

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pen to aw Students, youth Smposium, and Convention ttendeesLocAtion: Le Sar A4

Session I: The Job Search: Strategies for Finding a Job Now,and in the Future

MoDERAtoR:Arur Errsurz, Asssa Dea fr career Serves, texas WesleaUvers Shl f Law

PAnEL:Amada Ells, Ve Presde f Searh, Speal cusel, i.Sarah Saldaa, Depu crmal chef, U.S. Ares offe fr he nrher Dsr ftexas; nmaed b Presde obama be he U.S. Are fr he nrher Dsrf texas, awag Seae frmaElsabeh Wls, Assae, Wsead, Pc

Session II: Professionalism and Etiquette: What You Should Knowto Successfully Transition to the Legal Profession

MoDERAtoR:carls Mrales, Parer, Fredma & Feger, LLP

PAnEL:naaha carbajal, Assae, Baker & Hseler, LLP

Laura Heradez, Asssa Prfessr f Law, Balr Law Shlthe Hrable irma c. Ramrez, Magsrae Judge, U.S. Dsr cur, nrher Dsr f texas

Session III: Thinking of Starting Your wn Practice ne Day? TheNuts and Bolts of Hanging Your wn Shingle

MoDERAtoR:L Davs Ward, Are & cPA, Ward & tur

PAnEL:the Hrable Dese Gara, 303rd Judal Dsr cur, Faml Dvsthe Hrable Graela olvera, 256h Judal Dsr cur, Faml Dvs

9:45 10:45 a.m.

8:30 9:30 a.m.

8:00 8:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

nETWORking lunCH: jOinT lunCHEOn WiTH ATTORnEyS And yOuTH SympOSium pARTiCipAnTS


KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable Lu Haera Kh, U.S. Dsr cur fr he nrher Dsr fcalfra

PRESEntAtion:Bg Brhers Bg Ssers

Award: Law Studet orgaizati f the year

ATTORnEy And lAW STudEnT jOinT pROgRAmmingLocAtion: Hus AB

Pathways to EmploymentThis showcased panel is in Co-Sponsorship with the American Bar Association (ABA) and featuresexperienced lawyers who will discuss career opportunities in private practice, government ser-vice, as corporate in-house counsel, and in the international area for lawyers and law students.

MoDERAtoR:Jame (Jm) tarj, Are, offe f he Geeral cusel, Federal tradecmmss

PAnEL:Marel Bmbau, ABA Se f ieraal Law, M. & M. BmhlDavd Maldad, Ser Ve Presde, Speal cusel, i.Rhard Parker, Speal cusel, U.S. Deparme f JuseVea Rhards, Presde ad cEo f he Assa f crprae cuselMajr Geeral Buh tae, Depu Judge Advae Geeral, U.S. ArmGle Wes, Maagg Parer, Wel, Gshal & Mages

12:00 1:30 p.m.

2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

CE Program CE: he titles of the CE courses, the panelists, and the inclusion of courseas part of the CE Program are all subject to change without an prior notice. Please furthernote that application for CE credit is pending and subject to approval, which approval mabe denied. Required sponsor documentation has been forwarded to and credit requested fromMCE states with general requirements for all attornes. CE hours have been requestedfrom the states that recognize the 60-minute and 50-minute credit hour basis. he HB,the sponsor, pas applicable fees in other states where the sponsor is required to do so aswell as in states where a flat fee ma become applicable. Please note that each state has itsown MCE rules and regulations, including its definition of MCE, thus certain programsma not receive credit in some states. n order to obtain CE Credit, attornes are required tsign in per CE panel. n addition, attornes are responsible for reporting CE Credit hours tothe state(s) where the attorne is licensed. Please keep a cop of the Uniform Certificate of

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Youth Symposium Registration:LocAtion: Le Sar Fer

Continental Breakfastpen to aw Students, youth Smposium, and Convention ttendeesLocAtion: Le Sar A4

WELcoMinG REMARKS:Daa Se, HnBA Presde

yOuTH SympOSium SCHEdulE

HigH SCHOOl STudEnT TRACk

LocAtion: Le Sar A2

Why Should I Attend Law School?Students will hear interesting stories from attorneys on why they chose the profession,their personal background, and attorney life.

MoDERAtoR:Flre A. Ramrez, Ramrez & Assaes

PAnEL:Be Ags, Jr., Parer, Abraham, Waks, nhls, Srrels, Ags & FredMar Garza, Parer, K&L GaesSea Adrade, Parer, Baue, crheere & Male

COllEgE STudEnT TRACk

LocAtion: Le Sar A3

What It Takes To Get Into Law SchoolStudents will receive detailed information from law school admissions staff, attorneys, and lawstudents regarding the Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) preparation, essay tips, law schoollife, and the post-law school bar examination.

MoDERAtoR:Jas Alme, U.S. Deparme f he treasur

PAnEL:naaha carbajal, Assae,Baker & Hseler LLPBaa Gara, Presde-Ele f he HnBA Law Sude Dvs;Uvers f texas Shl f Law, Aus, texasLr Rdge, Drer f Admsss, texas Weslea Shl f Law

HigH SCHOOl STudEnT TRACk

LocAtion: Le Sar A2

What It Takes to Become an AttorneyStudents will hear from attorneys of diverse backgrounds and in different fields of the law

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as to how they entered the legal profession and the skills and tools that are necessary topursue a legal career.

MoDERAtoR:Vra neave, Wel, Gshal & Mages

PAnEL:Glra Baham, Uvers f nrh texasVera Valdez, Suher Mehds Uvers Dedma Shl f LawDaa Se, HnBA Presde

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LocAtion: Le Sar A4Break-out Discussion GroupsUndergraduate students may choose from one of the following breakout groups to learn aboutdifferent practice areas of law.

1. Private Practice v. Public/Non-profit Practice

MoDERAtoR:Julee Gallegs, yuh Smpsum char

PAnEL:Kara Aala-Bermej, Ve Presde f Huma Resures ad Geeral cusel.Merpla Faml ServesRhard Graffam, capal Member, Mcel Valdez LLcGerard Rjas, U.S. Deparme f Edua, offe fr cvl Rghs

2. Criminal v. Civil Practice

MoDERAtoR:Seve Gzalez, Esq. Are a Law, Dallas, texas

PAnEL:the Hrable Rber caas, Judge, crmal cur n. 10, Dallas, texascha Mares, Regular cusel, clrad Supreme curVr Marquez, the Marquez Law Grup

3. Public Servants: Judges and Elected fficialsMoDERAtoR / SPEAKER:Sarah Saldaa, Depu crmal chef, U.S. Ares offe fr he nrher Dsrf texas; nmaed b Presde obama be he U.S. Are fr he nrherDsr f texas, awag Seae frma.

PAnEL:the Hrable Frasa ca, Judge, c f Phex Mupal curBraa Hjsa Flres, c culmember, cppell, texas

jOinT inTERACTivE SESSiOn

LocAtion: Le Sar A1

Trial Demonstration

FAciLitAtoR:Jse orz, U.S. Deparme f Edua, Dallas, texas

PAnEL:the Hrable Rber caas, Judge, crmal cur n. 10, Dallas, texasBrad Mcarh, offe f he U.S. Are fr he nrher Dsr f texasAsha Saleem, offe f he U.S. Are fr he nrher Dsr f texas

Student Analysis of Hypothetical Legal Scenarios

FAciLitAtoR:Seve Gzalez, Esq. Are a Law, Dallas, texas

ClOSing

intRoDUction:Be Ags, Jr., Esq. Parer, Abraham, Waks, nhls, Srrels, Ags & Fred

KEynotE REMARKS:the Hrable Eva Guzma, Juse, texas Supreme cur

cLoSinG REMARKS:Julee Gallegs & Jse orz, yuh Smpsum c-chars

nETWORking lunCH: jOinT lunCHEOn WiTH ATTORnEyS And yOuTH SympOSium pARTiCi

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