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    • Wednesday, November 12, 2025
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Tuesday, November 18, 2025
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Thursday, November 20, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda
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    Join us for the monthly Luncheon Meeting on November 20, 2025

    12:00 to 1:00 p.m., Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda

    Free to NPBA Members; $30.00 Non-Members

    Registration includes a boxed lunch and water.

    Presenters: 

    Tricia Batson, LASEVA, Chip Nunley, Hunton 

    Tricia Batson: 

    Tricia Batson is the Director of the Pro Bono & Private Attorney Involvement Program at Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia (Legal Aid). Tricia started practicing law with Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia as a Staff Attorney in Norfolk and then as a staff attorney and managing attorney in the Hampton/Newport News office. For several years following, the military moved Tricia’s family outside of the Hampton Roads area where she continued to serve in numerous volunteer roles as well as a contributing author for Leading Practice Profiles for the Association of Corporate Counsel. She returned to the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia in 2020. 


    Tricia has served in numerous volunteer roles throughout her local communities and is active in several Hampton Roads Bar Associations.  She received her undergraduate degree in Economics from DePauw University and her juris doctor degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Law.


    Chip Nunley:

    Chip’s practice focuses on representing clients before State and Federal Courts in complex civil litigation, and before the Virginia State Corporation Commission in regulatory matters. Chip practices in the firm's Richmond office. He has over 30 years’ experience representing individuals and small, medium and large-sized companies in State and Federal Courts in Virginia and across the country. He has handled cases involving environmental contamination, aircraft product liability, consumer products product liability, commercial disputes arising from contracts and leases, and business tort claims. Chip has also handled litigated matters, including rate cases and large-asset purchase applications, before the Virginia State Corporation Commission.


    Chip is admitted to practice in the US District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia, and the US Courts of Appeals for the Second and Fourth Circuits.

    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       

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

    1:15pm to 2:15pm

    First Floor Training Room at Norfolk Courthouse

    Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members

    More information to come.


    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Tuesday, December 09, 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • The Harbor Club / 333 Waterside Drive / Norfolk, VA 23510
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    You're Invited to NPBA's Holiday Celebration at The Harbor Club

    Celebrate the 125th Anniversary of the NPBA at the elegant Harbor Club venue. This event offers attendees an exceptional opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of the Elizabeth River while indulging in a specially curated menu designed to delight all guests. The celebration is designed to foster a warm, inviting environment conducive to networking and relaxation.

    The venue features both indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate different preferences. The outdoor balcony provides a tranquil setting with comfortable lounge seating, fire pits, and high-top tables, all overlooking the water, creating a perfect backdrop for socializing. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows allow natural light to fill the space, enhancing the open and vibrant atmosphere. This combination of settings ensures a versatile environment suitable for both casual conversations and more formal interactions.

    The event's ambiance is further enhanced by a live DJ, whose music will add to the festive and lively mood. Attendees can enjoy the music while engaging with fellow professionals, making it an ideal occasion to unwind, celebrate, and strengthen professional relationships during the holiday season.

    In summary, the NPBA's holiday celebration at The Harbor Club is a well-planned event that combines scenic views, excellent food, engaging entertainment, and a welcoming atmosphere. It provides a valuable opportunity for members and guests to connect, relax, and celebrate the organization's milestone anniversary in a memorable setting.

    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       

    • Wednesday, December 10, 2025
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Tuesday, December 16, 2025
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Tuesday, January 13, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Wednesday, January 14, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Thursday, January 15, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda

    Join us for the monthly Luncheon Meeting on January 15, 2026

    12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

    Free to NPBA Members; $30.00 Non-Members

    Registration includes a boxed lunch and water.


    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Thursday, January 15, 2026
    • 1:15 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse - First Floor Training Room

    Thursday, January 15, 2026

    1:15pm to 2:15pm

    Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members

    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Tuesday, February 10, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Wednesday, February 11, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Thursday, February 19, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda

    Join us for the monthly Luncheon Meeting on February 19 2026

    12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

    Free to NPBA Members; $30.00 Non-Members

    Registration includes a boxed lunch and water.


    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Thursday, February 19, 2026
    • 1:15 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse - First Floor Training Room

    Thursday, February 19, 2026

    1:15pm to 2:15pm

    Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members


    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Tuesday, March 10, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Wednesday, March 11, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Thursday, March 19, 2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse Rotunda

    Join us for the monthly Luncheon Meeting on March 19, 2026

    12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

    Free to NPBA Members; $30.00 Non-Members

    Registration includes a boxed lunch and water.

    Speaker: Professor James Duane

    Professor James Duane has been interviewed about legal matters on television and radio, including National Public Radio’s All Things Considered, and has testified before the Advisory Committee of the United States Judicial Conference on the Federal Rules of Evidence. He has lectured before lawyers and law professors at conferences and training sessions conducted by Hastings Law School, the College of William and Mary, the Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys, the Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the office of the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, among others. Duane is a member of the Boyd-Graves Conference of the Virginia Bar Association, and is admitted to practice before the courts of New York and Virginia, as well as numerous federal courts. In the spring of 2008, he gave a talk at Regent Law School about some of the reasons why even innocent criminal suspects should never agree to answer questions from the police, and that video now has more than 5 million views on YouTube.

    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       

    • Thursday, March 19, 2026
    • 1:15 PM
    • Norfolk Courthouse First Floor Training Room

    Thursday, March 19, 2026

    1:15pm to 2:15pm

    Free to NPBA members; $30 non-members


    Disclaimer

    By registering for this Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) event or program you consent to being photographed, filmed and/or otherwise recorded at the event or program. By doing so, you grant to the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) rights to the release, publication or reproduction of any recorded media taken at the event or program of your appearance, voice or name for use by the Norfolk and Portsmouth Bar Association (NPBA) and its management team.       



    • Wednesday, April 08, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Tuesday, April 14, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Tuesday, May 12, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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    • Wednesday, May 13, 2026
    • 4:00 PM
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