State Bar Of California

Annual Meeting Offers Technology Sessions

Editor's note: The California State Bar holds its 2000 Annual Meeting Sept. 14-17, in San Diego. The Bar's 135,439 active members can choose from hundreds of legal education courses, including these technology programs. For registration information, visit www.calbar.org.

Thurs 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Simplify Your Law Practice with E-Filing

Learn how to harness the power of the Internet and simplify the filing process of court documents. MCLE: 2 Hours

Thurs 2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Computers Tips, Tricks and Techniques 2000

Web risks, including Daemons, and Trojan Horses. New hardware will include scanners, e-mail connections and more. MCLE: 2 Hours Law Practice Management

Thurs 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Domain Name Disputes

Discussion about ICANN arbitration and the federal Anti-Cybersquatting Act versus traditional trademark litigation. MCLE: 1 Hour

Thurs 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Technology Training Trends For 2000

Learn how to make training accessible, effective, interesting, and well-attended.

MCLE: 1 Hour Law Practice Management

Thurs 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Using Electronic Database Searches for Discovery Learn what records are available quickly, easily and inexpensively, to change the outcome of your cases. See what your opponents already know about you and your clients. (This program will also be offered Sunday at 8:30 a.m.) MCLE: 1 Hour

Fri 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Select Practice Management Software

Practice management software is your calendar and tickler; time entry and billing system or link to a time and billing program; contact manager, telephone manager, document manager and more. MCLE: 1 Hour Law Practice Management

Fri 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Technology in the Practice of Law

Learn how specific products assist with the preparation and management of model cases from start to finish. Geared to new lawyers. (This program is repeated at 2:15 p.m.) MCLE: 2 Hours Law Practice Management

Fri 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

E-mail Security, Digital Couriers and the Attorney Client Privilege

Learn about digital couriers that encrypt your electronic correspondence, transfer it over secure channels directly to your intended recipients, and track your deliveries . MCLE: 1 Hour

Fri 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Build a Web Page in Just One Hour!

You can do it! All you need is some simple software (free) and a Web address (also free). Using easy to learn graphics and design tools, you'll learn how to design your Web page from scratch, test it and make it available to visitors. MCLE: 1 Hour

Sat 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Computer Security In The Law Office

Learn how to keep information secure on your law office computer. Tips on managing passwords, encrypting file directories, Internet firewalls, securing your web browser, access security, Internet and e-mail use policies and more. MCLE: 1 Hour Law Practice Management

Sat 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Real Time Deposition Reporting

An in-depth review of using "real time" or instant visual display reporting for deposition and trial. How it can make you a better lawyer, help you prepare for trial more efficiently, save you time, and save your client's money. Actual on-line display with live "how-to" demonstration of features and tips. MCLE: 1 Hour

Sat 2:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

First Amendment and Ethical Issues to Consider in Building Your Practice on the Internet and in Using E-Mail

Important First Amendment and ethical considerations attorneys face who utilize the Internet and e-mail to practice law. MCLE: 2 Hours; 1.5 Hours Law Practice Management, 0.5 Hours Legal Ethics

Sat 4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.

Demystifying Computers

Get a handle on all the cryptic terms, the crazy abbreviations, and navigate the wacky numbers you see in every computer ad! MCLE: 1 Hour Law Practice Management

Sun 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Electronic Filing Update

Demonstrations of working applications and information about implementation schedules, pilot projects, and proposed rule changes. MCLE: 1 Hour