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Disability and Women+ in Law - What You Should Know

An HCBA and RCBA Signature Program: Provided at no charge for HCBA and RCBA members.

The 2024 Race & Equity Series presented by the HCBA & RCBA Diversity Committee. Co-Hosted by the Minnesota Disability Bar Association (MDisBA) and Minnesota Women Lawyers (MWL).  

Remote-only Participation | Live Zoom

Webinar Program:

Join us for a panel discussion on the intersection of disability and gender in law and how those that have permanent or temporary disabilities or are caretakers for those with disabilities experience additional stigma, challenges, and barriers in career development and hopes in the future for more equitable accommodations.   

Panelists:

  • Ann Motl, President of Minnesota Disability Bar Association | Attorney at Greenberg Traurig, LLP

  • Eleanor Frisch, Associate | Cohen Milstein Sellers & Toll PLLC

  • Jessica Klander, Shareholder & Chief Operating Officer | Bassford Remele

  • Lauren Clements, Associate | Littler Mendelson P.C.

Moderator:

Sheina Long, Co-Chair of RCBA Diversity Committee | Attorney at State Farm  

CLE Credits:

1.0 Elimination of Bias CLE Credit applied for | Event Code: TBD 

Cost:

  • HCBA and RCBA Members: Free

  • Non-Members: $45

  • Law Students/New Admittees: Free

  • Affinity Bar Hosts Members: Free

Contact: Erikka Ryan | eryan@mnbars.org 

Registration Deadline: May 3, 2024. To register after that time, email the program manager.

Remote Participation: Remote instructions will be emailed to you the day prior to the event. A calendar file with a Zoom link is available for download in the automatic receipt.

Program Manager:  Geen Mui | gmui@mnbars.org

Payments/Cancellations: Please register online or over the phone by credit card whenever possible. If you must pay by check, please use this registration form. Need to cancel? Please see our cancellation policy .

Accommodations: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which all members can participate fully. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event, please notify the program manager with at least 72 hours notice prior to the meeting to allow sufficient time to make arrangements for accommodations. Thank you.

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