VBA Establishes Public Utilities Law Section

The Board of Managers of the Vermont Bar Association approved the creation of a section for Public Utilities Law at its meeting on Oct. 23.  The first chair of the section is Joslyn L. Wilschek of the Wilschek, Iarrapino Law Office in Montpelier, and Will Dodge, of Downs Rachlin Martin, will serve as co-chair. This…

Registration for YLD “Race Judicata” 5K Run/Walk is open!

Why wait?  Register now right here. Here’s what you need to know: Day/Time:         Saturday, November 2, 2024, noon to 3 p.m. Location:           Barr Hill Distillery, 116 Gin Lane in Montpelier Price: *             $50 for attorneys *             $30 for non-attorneys *             Free for law students & children (12 and under)   Who:     Everyone (runners and walkers;…

Are You a Future Bar Leader?

We hope so! The VBA thrives with member participation, and one of the most important ways you can serve is as a member of the Board of Managers.  There are three two-year seats coming open this winter. Additionally, the executive committee positions of Treasurer, Secretary, and President Elect are open every year. The VBA Nominating…

The 2024 Annual Meeting – Recap

The VBA held its Annual Meeting at the Lake Morey Resort on Sept. 27 and followed up with a slate of webinars the following week.  Attendance was healthy with 178 registered attendees and a total of 223 on hand (including judges, sponsors, guests, and staff).  More than 130 people participated in the Zoom Basic Skills…

VBA Upgrade to “vLex Fastcase” Launches Nov. 5

By T.J. Diggins, vLex Fastcase Customer Success Representative In coordination with Fastcase, the Vermont Bar Association has offered a free legal research member benefit since 2021, providing access to cases, statutes, and regulations. Last year, Fastcase was significantly upgraded for Vermont attorneys by the addition of a searchable database of Vermont superior court decisions.  In…