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ADR in Labor and Employment Law Committee
Midwinter Meeting |
Dear Colleague:
The 2009 ADR in Labor & Employment Law Committee Midwinter Meeting will be held at the Casa Marina Resort in Key West, Florida on February 15-18. As you make your arrangements for what promises to be an informative and enjoyable meeting, we are pleased to offer the following details.
Meeting Registration
The registration fee for the 2009 Midwinter Meeting is $395 for Section of LEL members and $495 for non-members. The registration fees cover all meeting materials, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks during the meeting and your attendance at the Sunday Welcome Reception, the Monday Reception and Dinner. The guest registration fee of $175 includes the Sunday and Monday evening functions as well as the Monday Spouse/Guest Breakfast.
You are encouraged to register online. You also may register by completing the enclosed registration form and returning it with appropriate fees to Lynette Kelley, Meetings Registrar, American Bar Association, Section of Labor and Employment Law, 321 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60654 by January 30, 2009. Refunds, less a $50 administrative fee, will be made on registration cancellations received in writing before February 2.
Meeting and Social Events
A reception will be held on Saturday evening from 6:00–7:00 p.m. for registrants and their guests who arrive early in Key West. Our Welcome Reception will be held on Sunday, February 15 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. at the Casa Marina Resort. General Sessions will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Please refer to the enclosed Program Agenda for further details.
On Monday, February 16, while members are in session, guests are encouraged to attend a special breakfast from 9:30–11:00 am. The cost of this event is included in the guest registration fee. Monday’s events will conclude with a reception and dinner at the resort beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Hotel Accommodations and Reservations
The Casa Marina Resort is nestled along the southern edge of Key West - spanning more than 1,100 feet of private beach along America’s only living barrier reef. Relax among soaring palms trees, blooming native flowers, and sweeping ocean views, sample the renowned nightlife of nearby Duval Street and take in the charming attractions of historic Old Town.
We have negotiated special group rates at the Casa Marina Resort of $259 for Island View rooms and $299 for Ocean View rooms (single or double occupancy). The group rates will be honored three days prior and three days after the meeting, based on availability. The reservation deadline for the group rate is January 20, 2009. After this date, or once the group room block has been consumed, the group rate will be subject to availability.
Reservations may be made by calling the resort directly at 305/296-3535 or online at Casa Marina Resort (Attendee Code “3120RDA”). Reference the “ABA ADR Committee 2009 Midwinter Meeting” when making reservations by telephone to receive the special group rates. If necessary, you must cancel your reservation 72 hours prior to your scheduled day of arrival to avoid a one-night cancellation charge. Rooms will be available for check-in no later than 4:00 p.m. with a check-out time of 12:00 p.m.
Airline Discounts
The ABA has contracted with American Airlines to provide discounted airfares. Contact American Airlines at 800-433-1790 and reference Discount Code 20348 to obtain the airline discount. Please note that this discount is not available via the airline website.
Ground Transportation
The Casa Marina Resort is located 10 miles from Key West Airport (EYW), which offers jet service from US Airways, Independence Air, Delta, Continental, Northwest Airlines and United Express.
CLE Credit
Required sponsor documentation will be forwarded to and credit requested from MCLE states with general requirements for all lawyers. Each state determines the number of hours to be credited for attendance. Certificates of Attendance will be available at the meeting.
Sponsorship
We would like to thank the following for their generous contributions in support of our 2009 Midwinter Meeting:
- Sapir & Frumkin LLP
- Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC
We look forward to seeing you in Key West and to a very successful program!
Sincerely yours,
| Mark L. Irvings Neutral Co-Chair |
Donald Sapir Employee Co-Chair |
| Patrick M. Sanders Employer Co-Chair |
Michelle T. Sullivan Union & Employee Co-Chai |
Registration Information
Registration for the meeting has closed; if you are interested in attending the meeting you may register onsite. For information please contact the Section office at (312) 988-5523.
