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Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution

2nd Annual Baltimore, maryland Professional Skills Program in Dispute Resolution

Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution is pleased to partner with the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law for this program!


March 20-22, 2014,
Baltimore, Maryland

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About the Program

Featuring a panel of nationally recognized experts in dispute resolution, this comprehensive program provides three days of unique educational opportunities for practicing professionals. Participants will network with nationally prominent faculty, as well as participants from the other specialties at plenary sessions, lunches, and receptions. Early enrollment is recommended since many of the sessions fully subscribe. Contact Lori Rushford at (310) 506-6342 or e-mail to enroll or to request a brochure.

Participants select the process in which they desire expertise (one course only), as all programs will be presented simultaneously. To provide for personalized instruction, enrollment for each course is limited to ensure a close working relationship among the faculty and participants. Course sessions will include lectures, small group discussions, and practice exercises. Faculty and other participants will also provide performance coaching. The synergy of ideas will provide a truly unique learning experience.

TENTATIVE COURSES - (Participants choose one course to attend)

Tuition
Tuition, including meals and materials, is $1,295.  Registrations received by Friday, February 7, 2014, will be given a $100 discount.  A reduced rate of $895 is available for employees of governmental agencies, non-profit organizations, and MPME.  (Early registration  discount does NOT apply to the non-profit/governmental rate.)

Payment is due at the time of registration to hold your space.

Should a paid participant be unable to attend, the tuition, less a non-refundable fee of $200, will be refunded or a substitute may attend the program. 

Note: There is a $50 administrative fee for transferring to another program.  When canceling, we require notice by Monday, March 17, 2014, or an additional $50 food service fee will be deducted from the refund.

HOUSING INFORMATION TO BE POSTED - please check back for information regarding a discounted room block at an area hotel.

For additional housing close to the campus please click here.

MCLE
These activities have been approved for 18 hours of MCLE credit by the State Bar of California. Pepperdine University School of Law certifies that the activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing MCLE.  Straus programs have been accepted for MCLE credit across the nation.

Guarantee
All programs of the Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution are offered with a satisfaction guarantee. If a participant completes the program and is dissatisfied with the course content or performance of the faculty, the tuition fee will be refunded.


Tax Deduction
Education expenses (including enrollment fees, course materials, and travel costs) may be deductible if they improve or maintain professional skills. Treas. Reg. Sec. I 162-5.


Location and Times
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law
500 West Baltimore Street  Baltimore, MD 21201

March 20, 2013 8:30 to 4:30 (afternoon reception at 4:30*)
March 21, 2013 8:30 to 5:00
March 22, 2013 8:30 to 1:00

*Please join us for a reception on Thursday, March 20, at 4:30, at Westminster Hall on the campus of the University of Maryland Carey School of Law.  Participants are welcome to bring a guest.

Questions may be directed to Lori Rushford at or call 310.506.6342.