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Seeking nominees for a vacancy on the Nebraska Lawyers Trust Account Foundation from Greater Nebraska.
The Nebraska State Bar Association is soliciting nominations to fill an upcoming vacancy on the Nebraska Lawyers Trust Account Foundation. The Nebraska Lawyers Trust Account Foundation (NLTAF) administers the Interest on Lawyers Trust Account (IOLTA) Program per Nebraska Supreme Court Rules. Per that organization’s bylaws, the NSBA’s appointee must be employed by a financial institution participating in the IOLTA Program with IOLTA accounts remitting funds to NTAF. If you reside in greater Nebraska (outside of the Omaha and Lincoln metro area) and are employed by a financial institution participating in the IOLTA Program with IOLTA accounts remitting funds to NTAF and would like to be considered for this appointment, please contact Liz Neeley by August 27, 2025 at Lneeley@nebar.com.

NSBA Annual Meeting Registration Now Open! Join us October 7 - 10, 2025 - PRE - REGISTRATION DEADLINE 5:00 PM, OCTOBER 1
Registration for the 2025 NSBA Annual Meeting-Celebrating 125 Years of the NSBA is now OPEN! This year’s meeting includes many exciting opportunities for you to make new connections, fulfill your yearly continuing legal education (CLE) requirement, and make a difference in the lives of others. With more than 65 hours of CLE and several unique seminars to choose from, we are confident you will find content that is relevant for you! Register early to ensure your spot!

Journey To Germany with the NSBA – May 6-14, 2026
The Nebraska State Bar Association welcomes you and your guest to join our journey through the Germany. Our immersive program will engage with local attorneys, scholars, and artists offering poignant commentary on the German and EU legal and political systems, art, history, architecture, and religion; while allowing for ample time to explore the storied history of this country. Space is limited. Register Early & Save!

Complete program details can be found here.
Secure your spot here.
Please email team@cle-abroad.com or call/text (858) 707-7887 if you need help registering or have questions.

Real Estate, Probate and Trust Law Annual Legislative Meeting - Thursday, August 21, 2025
The Real Estate, Probate, and Trust section's annual legislation discussion will be Thursday, August 21 beginning at 1:00 pm at the Mahoney State Park Lodge (Nebraska Room). The focus tends to be on state-level legislation, but issues may be raised regarding state regulations or federal statutes or regulations. Attendees will discuss ideas and decide what to try to address in the 2026 legislative session. The ideas may be discussed further at the section's annual meeting in October and will be forwarded to the NSBA Legislation Committee for consideration this fall. Please join if you are able and interested in discussing legislative issues in this practice area.

Legal Ladies Linkup: Empowering Connections in the Legal Sphere - September 16, 2025
Please mark your calendars and plan to join section members and students of the law schools' Women's Caucuses for a fun time at Glacial Till! We will be at Glacial Till (Ashland location) on September 16 from 5-7pm - free drinks and appetizers will be provided! Networking is very important, especially for students who will be joining the profession soon, so we hope to see you there! Please share with your colleagues and feel free to bring a guest.

NSBA Health Plan- More than health care coverage
Increasing health plan costs is a challenge firms big and small are facing. As your health plan comes up for renewal, make sure you are getting the greatest value and most competitive price for your firm by requesting a quote from the consortium! Getting a quote is easy and does not obligate you to join. Contact North Risk Partners for a quote today!

Space Law 101: It’s Out of This World - In-Person Only
Thursday, August 14, 2025 • 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm CT
UNO’s Mallory Kountze Planetarium at Durham Science Center
6601 S University Dr Rd N • Omaha, Nebraska 68182

Join the NSBA for the 2025 Solo and Small Firm Conference with sessions designed to support a solo or small firm attorney’s practice. Attendees will learn about succession planning, safety and cybersecurity, and managing a busy practice without burning out, while engaging with other attorneys who understand the unique challenges facing solo and small firm practitioners.

2025 Business Law Seminar - In-Person & Webcast
Friday, August 22, 2025 • 9:00 AM - 3:45 PM CT
The Cornhusker Hotel • 333 S 13th Street, Lincoln, NE 68508

The 2025 Business Law Seminar will provide attorneys with updates on hot topics impacting the practice area. Such topics include AI, employment law updates, new state legislation, data privacy, immigration, and solar energy.

2025 Opening of Term Seminar - In-Person Only
Tuesday, August 26, 2025 • 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm CT
Nebraska State Capitol Library • 1445 K Street, Lincoln NE 68509

Attendees of this seminar will gain a better understanding of hot topics in appellate law, including appellate court docket management, common issues on appeal, and perspective from the bench.

2025 Diversity Summit - In-Person & Webcast
Friday, September 12, 2025 • 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
The Cornhusker Hotel • 333 S 13th Street, Lincoln NE 68508

The 2025 Legal Diversity Summit brings together attorneys, advocates, and thought leaders to explore how the legal profession can better serve and reflect the diverse communities it touches. Through a series of engaging and educational sessions, attendees will gain foundational knowledge of immigration law, stay current on LGBTQ+ legislative developments, and examine the evolving role of DEI in legal spaces. The Summit also centers wellness and lived experience, offering tools for resilience and allyship, and challenging participants to create more inclusive, ethical, and supportive environments within the profession and beyond.

2025 Real Estate Institute - In-Person & Webcast
Friday, September 19, 2025 • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CT
The Cornhusker Hotel • 333 S 13th Street, Lincoln NE 68508

The 2025 Real Estate Institute will provide title insurance representatives, title agents, abstracters, title searchers, and lawyers with an overview of topics relating to real estate, including: recent and upcoming real estate legislation, developments in landlord-tenant law, property tax protests and appeals, real estate closings and title insurance, construction contracts, and keeping data safe from cyber-threats.

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