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The NPBA has served the Legal Profession, the Judiciary and the Public since 1900. Membership is open to licensed attorneys, law students, legal administrators, and the local military legal community.


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Holiday Closures at the Norfolk Law Library

  • Thanksgiving: Closed from November 27th (half-day) through November 29th.
  • Christmas: Closed from December 24th through December 26th.
  • New Year’s: Closed from December 31st through January 1st.

    During this holiday season, the library remains at your service, whether you prefer to visit us in person, reach out by phone (757-622-2910), or connect via email (staff@norfolklawlibrary.org).

NPBA is excited to announce new annual sponsorship and advertising opportunities for 2024-2025. Can we count on you?

Sponsor and Advertise with NPBA in 2024-2025!

Click link above to learn more!

NPBA Mentorship Survey

Are you a newly admitted attorney looking for someone to give you advice as you navigate your early years of practice? Are you an attorney seeking to enter a new practice area and looking for advice from an experienced attorney in that practice area? Have you recently moved to Hampton Roads and desire to have an individual that can give you tips and advice for practicing in Hampton Roads? Are you someone who desires to become a mentor to give any of the advice referenced above? If so, the NPBA YLS Mentorship Program is for you!

The NPBA Young Lawyers are excited to bring back the mentorship program again this year! The goal of the program is to accommodate individuals with various different goals and from all backgrounds, ages, practice areas, and schedules. In accordance with these goals, we have created a questionnaire wherein you can provide information regarding your background, goals, and schedule as a mentor or mentee. Once you complete the questionnaire, we will pair you based upon your individual responses, as best with can, with someone who aligns with the information you provide on the questionnaire.

Click here to learn more!

Upcoming events

    • Friday, November 22, 2024
    • 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
    • Zoom - Will send Zoom Information Closer to Event
    Register

    Registration Required!

    Virtual


    November 22, 2024
    NPBA Members: Free
    Not yet NPBA Members: $30.00 (1 CLE Credit)

    Summary:

    During legal proceedings—whether on the plaintiff or defense side—corporate reputations are on the line. Reputation experts often work hand-in-hand with legal counsel (as well as executive leadership) to provide critical counsel and support. The focus of this continued legal education (CLE) program is to 1) leverage the impact of reputation management and communications as part of a legal plan and 2) offer professional development opportunities for attorneys.

    Reputation management (public and digital) and communication support includes working to maintain effective internal communications in times of litigation, as well as helping attorneys bridge any reputation gap between their clients’ ideals and the public perception. Managing perceptions beforeduring and after a lawsuit can directly impact the client’s public standing, overall reputation, and the bottom line.

    Presenters:

    Casey Boggs is president of the national reputation management and crisis mitigation firm ReputationUs. RepUs enhances, advances, and protects corporate reputations while collaborating with lawyers. Before forming RepUs, Boggs was president of LT Public Relations, directing the strategic communications efforts for corporations, financial institutions, and legal clients. Prior to LTPR, Boggs served as public relations director at AIG, leading the public relations efforts of six affiliated companies. Boggs also managed accounts for two of the world’s largest public relations firms, Waggener Edstrom, and Weber Shandwick.

    Sameer Somal, CEO of Blue Ocean Global Technology, is a frequent speaker at conferences and leads partnerships with PR, Law, and Management Consulting agencies. A published writer and an Intellectual Property, Trademark and Internet Defamation subject matter expert witness, Sameer authors Continuing Legal Education programs in collaboration with Philadelphia Bar Foundation. He is a member of the Legal Marketing Association (LMA) Education Advisory Council and serves on the national board of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Sameer is also an active member of the Society of International Business Fellows (SIBF) and a CFA Institute 2022 Inspirational Leader Award recipient.

    Areas of Law:  L&E, Litigation, Corporate, M&A, Healthcare, Cybersecurity, Civil, Real Estate, Tort, IP, Regulatory and Business (e.g., Product Recalls)

    Number of CLE hours: 1

    Must be present at the start of the CLE program until the end in order to receive credit(s).

    Additional Details:
    Please contact bar association staff at (757) 622-3152 or email contact@norfolkportsmouthbar.org if you have any questions.


    • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
    • 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
    • The Harbor Club / 333 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA 23510


    • Tuesday, December 10, 2024
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • The Harbor Club / 333 Waterside Drive / Norfolk, VA 23510
    Register

    You're Invited to NPBA's Holiday Party at The Harbor Club

    NEW LOCATION!

    Join us at NPBA’s new location for 2024, the Harbor Club! Enjoy unmatched views of the Elizabeth River while feasting on a delicious, customized menu. Relax and socialize on the balcony in a sanctuary escape with soft lounge seating paired with fire pits, high top tables and soothing views of the water or inside with floor to ceiling windows. This open and lively atmosphere is the perfect location to unwind and connect with fellow professionals this holiday season.

    • Tuesday, December 17, 2024
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654767571?pwd=H9TCJj0blvfb3bWgXieZaGnuMJxXb3.1

    Meeting ID: 886 5476 7571

    Passcode: 391386

    The NPBA Bench Bar Conference Committee plans and executes programming and sponsorships for the Bench Bar Conference each April.

    NPBA's 27th Annual Bench Bar Conference will held on April 10, 2025 at Hilton Norfolk The Main from 12 to 6 p.m. Registration opens at 11 a.m.


    • Wednesday, January 08, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Zoom
    • Tuesday, January 14, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    • Zoom

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654767571?pwd=H9TCJj0blvfb3bWgXieZaGnuMJxXb3.1

    Meeting ID: 886 5476 7571

    Passcode: 391386

    The NPBA Bench Bar Conference Committee plans and executes programming and sponsorships for the Bench Bar Conference each April.

    NPBA's 27th Annual Bench Bar Conference will held on April 10, 2025 at Hilton Norfolk The Main from 12 to 6 p.m. Registration opens at 11 a.m.


    • Thursday, January 16, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda
    • 54
    Register

    January 16, 2025

    12:00pm to 1:00pm

    Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members

    Registration includes boxed lunch and water.

    Join us for the monthly luncheon meeting on January 16, 2025, More Information to Come!



    • Thursday, January 16, 2025
    • 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse First Floor Training Room
    • 22
    Register

    Registration Required!

    January 16, 2025
    NPBA Members: Free
    Not yet NPBA Members: $30.00 (1 CLE Credit)

    Summary

      • Who needs to obtain a contractor’s license in Virginia.
      • Various types of contractor’s licenses available in Virginia.
      • Process to renew a contractor’s license.
      • Process to reinstate a lapsed contractor’s license.
      • What updates are due by contractors to the Board of Contractors.
      • Additional obligations owed by contractors for residential construction work.
      • Criminal and civil penalties for contracting without a license.

      22 Person Limit due to capacity

      Presenter:  

      Kristan B. Burch, Kaufman & Canoles

      Kristan is a member of the firm’s Litigation Section and Chair of the Government Contracts & Construction Team. Her practice focuses on commercial disputes in the construction industries and government contracting. She handles the construction process from contract drafting and negotiation to project management to resolution of disputes. She assists clients with faulty workmanship and design claims, payment disputes, delay claims, mechanic’s liens, bond claims, and government contract disputes. Kristan appears in state and federal courts, in mediations, and in arbitrations, representing owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and sureties. She also handles commercial disputes in state and federal court along with trademark and copyright infringement actions, opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, and franchise disputes. Kristan frequently writes articles and speaks on construction topics.

      PRACTICE AREAS

      • Franchising
      • Government & Municipal Law
      • Government Contracts & Construction
      • Intellectual Property
      • Litigation

      INDUSTRIES

      • Government Contracts & Defense Industries
      • Infrastructure & Transportation

      Areas of Law:  Construction Law

      Number of CLE hours: 1

      Must be present at the start of the CLE program until the end in order to receive credit(s).

      Additional Details:
      Please contact bar association staff at (757) 622-3152 or email contact@norfolkportsmouthbar.org if you have any questions.

      • Tuesday, February 04, 2025
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • Zoom - Will send Zoom Information Closer to Event
      Register

      Registration Required

      Virtual


      February 4, 2025
      NPBA Members: Free
      Not yet NPBA Members: $30.00 (1 CLE Credit)

      Summary:

      This course addresses the critical need for new associates to develop sustainable practices that promote both professional success and personal well-being. Drawing on tenets from the 2017 Lawyer Well-Being Task Force report, and science-backed, people-proven methodologies, participants will learn practical strategies to:

      • Implement effective energy management techniques
      • Fulfill obligations of competence, communication, and diligence
      • Prevent burnout and maintain long-term career satisfaction

      Key topics include:

      • Fundamentals of energy management for legal professionals
      • Balancing work demands with essential self-care practices
      • Developing emotional intelligence in high-pressure environments
      • Creating realistic action plans for sustainable work-life integration

      Participants will gain actionable tools to enhance their professional performance while safeguarding their mental, physical, and emotional health. This course supports the Virginia State Bar's commitment to promoting lawyer well-being and ethical practice.

      Presenter:


      Rachel Boehm, PhD Candidate, NBC-HWC

      Rachel Boehm, is a leading authority on burnout prevention and sustainable peak performance. She empowers decision-makers to protect themselves and their teams against the tens of thousands of dollars in direct and indirect costs of burnout. Her services include leadership coaching, team training, and culture change initiatives, ultimately enhancing employee engagement, retention, and client satisfaction. She holds a national board certification in health and wellness coaching and is a PhD candidate focused on business psychology and worker well-being. 

      Areas of Law:  Attorney Well-Being

      Number of CLE hours: 1

      Must be present at the start of the CLE program until the end in order to receive credit(s).

      Additional Details:
      Please contact bar association staff at (757) 622-3152 or email contact@norfolkportsmouthbar.org if you have any questions.

      • Tuesday, February 11, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom

      Join Zoom Meeting

      https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654767571?pwd=H9TCJj0blvfb3bWgXieZaGnuMJxXb3.1

      Meeting ID: 886 5476 7571

      Passcode: 391386

      The NPBA Bench Bar Conference Committee plans and executes programming and sponsorships for the Bench Bar Conference each April.

      NPBA's 27th Annual Bench Bar Conference will held on April 10, 2025 at Hilton Norfolk The Main from 12 to 6 p.m. Registration opens at 11 a.m.


      • Wednesday, February 12, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom
      • Thursday, February 20, 2025
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda
      • 55
      Register

      February 20, 2025

      12:00pm to 1:00pm

      Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members

      Registration includes boxed lunch and water.

      Join us for the monthly luncheon meeting on February 20, 2025, More Information to Come!


      • Thursday, February 20, 2025
      • 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
      • Norfolk Courthouse First Floor Training Room
      • 22
      Register

      February 20, 2025

      1:15pm to 2:15pm

      Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members


      • Tuesday, March 11, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom

      Join Zoom Meeting

      https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654767571?pwd=H9TCJj0blvfb3bWgXieZaGnuMJxXb3.1

      Meeting ID: 886 5476 7571

      Passcode: 391386

      The NPBA Bench Bar Conference Committee plans and executes programming and sponsorships for the Bench Bar Conference each April.

      NPBA's 27th Annual Bench Bar Conference will held on April 10, 2025 at Hilton Norfolk The Main from 12 to 6 p.m. Registration opens at 11 a.m.


      • Wednesday, March 12, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom
      • Thursday, March 20, 2025
      • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
      • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda
      • 55
      Register

      March 20, 2025

      12:00pm to 1:00pm

      Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members

      Registration includes boxed lunch and water.

      Join us for the monthly luncheon meeting on March 20, 2025, More Information to Come!


      • Thursday, March 20, 2025
      • 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
      • Norfolk Courthouse First Floor Training Room
      • 22
      Register

      March 20, 2025

      1:15pm to 2:15pm

      Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members


      • Tuesday, April 01, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom

      Join Zoom Meeting

      https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88654767571?pwd=H9TCJj0blvfb3bWgXieZaGnuMJxXb3.1

      Meeting ID: 886 5476 7571

      Passcode: 391386

      The NPBA Bench Bar Conference Committee plans and executes programming and sponsorships for the Bench Bar Conference each April.

      NPBA's 27th Annual Bench Bar Conference will held on April 10, 2025 at Hilton Norfolk The Main from 12 to 6 p.m. Registration opens at 11 a.m.


      • Wednesday, April 09, 2025
      • 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
      • Zoom
      • Thursday, April 10, 2025
      • 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
      • Hilton Norfolk The Main, 100 E. Main Street, Norfolk, VA 23510


      11:00 a.m. Registration Opens*

      *Registration pricing subject to change. Once approved, registration will open! Save the date - April 10, 2025!

      • Thursday, May 15, 2025
      • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
      • Norfolk Yacht & Country Club / 7001 Hampton Boulevard / Norfolk, VA 23505