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June-September 2011 Elder Law Speaking Engagements


August 4, 2011 – R. Shawn Majette to speak to the V.A. Medical Center emergency physicians regarding emergency department law

 

September 14, 2011 – R. Shawn Majette to speak at the 20th Annual VA CLE Advanced Elder Law Seminar at Richmond Crowne Plaza West. www.vacle.org

 

September 22, 2011 - Cedarfield Health Fair – Paul G. Izzo to be present this annual event.

 

September 28, 2011 – R. Shawn Majette to speak at Prof. Thomas White’s law class at UVA “Aging and the Law” on elder law and guardianships. He’s been doing this annually for 5 years now. 

 

FALL 2011 – R. Shawn Majette to speak on a penal for the Northern Neck Bar Association Community Outreach Committee’s Senior Law Day in Callao, VA. This is another program he’s done for several years now and its held at their local courthouse. 

 
 
 
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June-September 2011 Elder Law Speaking Engagements
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Nine TM Attorneys Named in 2011 Super Lawyers
Jun-23-2011
Keep it Simple: Use the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act to your advantage.
Jun-03-2011
Compliance Key For Successful Collections-CR Software
May-17-2011
Internal Audit Seminar for Community Banks
May-09-2011 — ...information on fraud identification, prevention, and recovery affecting community banks. Mr. Musick provided insight and tips for protecting and recovering assets through bankruptcy proceedings and civil law suits.
Exploitation of the Elderly
Mar-28-2011
Dissecting the Lease: Holdover Clauses
Mar-16-2011 — As Seen in: Medical Office Today: Most leases include a holdover clause and both parties should want this clause in the lease, says Adam R. Nelson, an attorney practicing commercial landlord-tenant law in Virginia at ThompsonMcMullan.
Lessons From the FDCPA Litigation Trenches
Mar-14-2011 — Are you making too many calls to a debtor? Is your behavior bordering on harassment? What is the bona fide error defense and can you claim it? This session will answer these questions and more while providing insight from recent FDCPA lawsuits to help you stay compliant. Find out at the ACA Seminar, Top Manager’s Forum April 22, 2011.
THE BONA FIDE ERROR DEFENSE: What is it and how do I raise it?
Mar-14-2011 — Fair Debt Collection Practices Act is a strict liability statute. There is, however, an exception to this rule; and that is when a collector can prove that a violation was unintentional and that the violation occurred notwithstanding the fact that the collector maintains procedures reasonably adapted to avoid such an error.
Your Bank Is Vulnerable: Experts from the Public and Private Sectors Share Solutions
Mar-08-2011 — Topics will include: Reporting Requirements and Best Practices for Filing Reports Pursuant to the Bank Secrecy Act, Detecting and Preventing Internal and External Fraud, Identifying Risks and Costs Related to Internet and Mobile Delivery Systems, and an Update on Virginia Legislation and the Dodd-Frank Act .
Upcoming Elder Law Talks
Jan-26-2011 — Elder lawyer Shawn Majette will be offering the following talks over the next three months.
JOHN GIBNEY CONFIRMED TO EASTERN DISTRICT COURT
Dec-20-2010 — “Senator Warner and I recommended Mr. Gibney because of his exceptional legal qualifications,” said Senator Webb. “He is an outstanding choice for the Eastern District, with more than 30 years of legal experience in the Commonwealth and the respect of esteemed members of the legal community. He conveys the humility, honesty and temperament that one hopes to find in federal judges.”
Trends in FDCPA Litigation: To Call or Not to Call? Leaving messages can lead to FDCPA liability.
Dec-09-2010 — It is rare for a single case from a United States District Court to have such a profound impact on an industry, but that is exactly what has happened with Foti v. NCO Financial Systems, Inc.[1] This case alone has spawned a cottage industry for consumer attorneys.
12 named in 2010 Legal Elite
Dec-08-2010
Estate Planning for Boomers in 2010
Oct-01-2010 — While the need for estate planning, including wills or trusts, for Boomers is the same as it is for individuals of all ages, there are a few identifiable trends that seem particularly relevant to Boomers.
Commercial Leases: Negotiating Key Provisions
Sep-24-2010 — Hear Counsel Negotiate Operating Expenses, Insurance Clauses, Damage and Destruction Rights and Default Provisions! October 15, 2010
PENNIES MATTER: Misstating the amount a Consumer owes by a mere penny may constitute a violation of the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
Sep-09-2010 — The Court found that a Plaintiff adequately alleged several causes of action, including a claim that the debt collector made a false representation in an attempt to collect a debt when it allegedly misstated the amount owed by as little as a penny.
Leaders in the Law 2009
Sep-08-2010 — Virginia Lawyers Media is pleased to announce Christopher Malone is a member of the 2009 class of Leaders in the Law .
Leaders In the Law 2010
Sep-08-2010 — Virginia Lawyers Media is pleased to announce R. Shawn Majette is a member of the 2010 class of Leaders in the Law .
Involuntary Civil Commitment
Sep-08-2010
The Magician of Elder Law
Sep-08-2010 — "He does know more about Medicaid and public benefits than any of us.”
Super Lawyers 2010
Aug-06-2010 — Nine ThompsonMcMullan attorneys selected for inclusion in the 2010 Virginia Super Lawyers and Rising Stars.
Background Checks
May-28-2010 — It came up as an afterthought during a conversation the client had with his attorney. He was about to offer the position of manager of his retail store to a candidate who had a lot of “people skills,” but he wondered if he should make further inquiries into the almost-employee’s background.
Ramifications from the Repeal of the Removal Statutes
May-28-2010 — The repeal of the Removal Statutes in certain circumstances negatively affects judicial economy and fairness to the litigants.
Elder Law Talks
Apr-26-2010 — Listing of Elder Law talks and CLE presentations.
Aging in America Part 2
Apr-22-2010 — Part two of a conversation with Elder Law Attorney Shawn Majette on Dangerous Elder Law Myths. Mr. Majette explores Wills, Advanced Directives, and Power of Attorney.
Aging in America Part 1
Apr-22-2010 — Part one of a conversation with Elder Law Attorney Shawn Majette on Dangerous Elder Law Myths. Mr. Majette explores the differences between skilled and custodial care, nursing homes versus assisted living, and Medicaid and Medicare.
Judicial Nod
Apr-15-2010 — May 27, 2010, by voice vote, the Senate Judiciary Committee favorably reported your nomination to the full Senate. On April 15 President Barack Obama nominated John A. Gibney, of the ThompsonMcMullan Law Firm in Richmond, for a seat on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
New Notice Requirement for Virginia Employers with Group Health Plans
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Eight Named in Legal Elite
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Dangerous elder law myths, involving Medicaid and Medicare Broadcast
Nov-24-2009
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Oct-29-2009 — In 2007, the Virginia General Assembly added § 58.1-486.2 to the Code of Virginia (the “Code”) to require pass-through entities (e.g., S corporations, partnerships, LLCs) doing business in Virginia to “pay a withholding tax.”
Strategies to Avoid Guardianship and Demystifying the Guardianship Process
Oct-20-2009
Disease and Other Forms of Dementia
Oct-20-2009 — Disease and Other Forms of Dementia: Issues and Answers for Attorneys-A CLE
Growth—Preparing Your Business for the Recovery FREE Seminar
Oct-14-2009 — Thriving companies must begin preparing for their future whether it is through acquisition of a competitor, expansion of an existing line of business or greenfield growth.
Elder Law Speaking Engagements
Oct-05-2009 — Listing of upcoming events and talks.
John Gibney recommended for Federal Judgeship
Sep-30-2009 — Sens. Jim Webb and Mark R. Warner, both Virginia Democrats, today recommended John A. Gibney of Richmond for the judicial vacancy that exists in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Advanced Seminar for GALs for Incapacitated Persons - Alzheimer's Disease and Other Forms of Dementia: Issues and Answers/Solutions for Attorneys
Sep-30-2009 — MCLE Credits: 4.5 Ethics Credits Included: 1.0 (GAL for Incapacitated Persons Continuing Credit Hours: 4.5)
Va Poverty Law Center guardianship program
Sep-25-2009 — 11/4-6/09 Va Poverty Law Center guardianship program, Williamsburg, Shawn Majette will speak. Registration brochure at http://www.vplc.org/2009_ascmailingbrochure.pdf
Senior Law Day
Sep-25-2009 — 10/24/2009 – Shawn Majette will speak at annual Tappahannock Senior Law Day at the Essex County General District Courthouse for the Northern Neck Bar Association http://www.rcc.vccs.edu/public/library/nnbard.htm
Special Needs Alliance
Sep-25-2009 — 10/14-18/2009 – Shawn Majette is attending the Fall meeting of the Special Needs Alliance in St. Petersburg, FL in conjunction with attendance at the annual Stetson School of Law Special Needs Trusts National Conference www.specialneedsalliance.com for SNA and for Stetson program: http://www.law.stetson.edu/tmpl/news/events/conf/internal-1-sub.aspx?id=7041
Post-Polio Support Group
Sep-25-2009 — 10/3/2009 – Shawn Majette will speak to Post-Polio Support Group’s annual Fall meeting at the Children’s Hospital www.cvppsg.org
Alzheimer’s Memory Walk
Sep-25-2009 — 10/3/2009 – Alzheimer’s Memory Walk – ThompsonMcMullan sponsor (to join our team or get information about the walk, go to www.alz.org/grva/.
“Aging and the Law” at University of Virginia
Sep-25-2009 — Shawn Majette will speak at annual law school class.
VIRGINIA COMMERCIAL LENDING LAW
Sep-25-2009 — Most of the law affecting commercial credit is statutory and is set forth in the Code of Virginia (1950).
Indian Law
Sep-23-2009 — Reprinted with permission of NALA, The Association of Legal Assistants/Paralegals. The article originally appeared in the August 2008 issue of Facts & Findings, NALA’s quarterly magazine for paralegals. The article is reprinted here in its entirety. For further information, contact NALA at www.nala.org or phone (918) 587-6828.
“The Paralegal Sleuth”
Sep-23-2009 — When we think of investigators, we think of police detectives, private investigators, or, given the popularity of television shows like CSI, forensic specialists. Although litigation paralegals are unlikely to make the average person’s list of investigators at all, professional investigators recognize the unique skills paralegals bring to the process of uncovering information vital to any court case.
“The Elephant in the Crime Lab”
Sep-23-2009 — In less than a generation, breakthroughs and innovations in research and development have turned the stuff of science fiction into fact.
Dewey B. Morris and Robert R. Musick, are providing training for Licensees under the Virginia Mortgage Lending and Broker Act.
Aug-13-2009 — This training is sponsored by the Virginia Association of Mortgage Brokers. Please refer to their web site for further information.
2009 Virginia Legislative Update
Apr-28-2009 — This article contains a summary of actions taken by the 2009 session of the Virginia General Assembly pertaining to Consumer Financial Services.
John A. Gibney Jr. appointed to CLE Board
Mar-01-2009 — In March 2009 the Supreme Court of Virginia appointed Mr. Gibney to serve on the Virginia Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board. This statewide body approves Continuing Legal Education programs in Virginia and makes recommendations concerning requirements for lawyers.