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New BBA Members receive the rest of this year for free!

Pay now and not only will you lock in this year’s dues rate, your membership will be good through the next program year (August 31, 2014). Learn More!

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New Record for BBA Summer Jobs Program -- 57 and Counting

The Boston Bar Association's Summer Jobs Program, celebrating its 20 year anniversary this June, has secured a record 57 summer jobs for Boston Public High School students, with two and a half weeks still remaining for firms to sign on. Read more.

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Read this week's Issue Spot

A Quick Take on the Senate Ways & Means Budget. For the full post, click here.

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Bench-Bar Bankruptcy Conference Facilitates Networking with Ambassador Program

In addition to offering a 50% discount on the registration price for all attorneys who are first-time attendees of the conference, the Bankruptcy Section is pleased to welcome these first-time attendees, new attorneys and law students to network with senior members of the Section through the Bankruptcy Section Ambassador Program. Read more.

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Justice is Sweet is June 27

Get your skewers ready for the sweetest event of the summer! For more information on sponsoring or purchasing tickets, Click here.

On Thursday, September 15^th, the Title & Conveyancing Committee will be holding New Season, New Session: What We Can Expect from the State House This Fall, where the legislative counsel to the Real Estate Bar Association will discuss bills that will be considered next session. Now we know its not fall yet (last day of summer is September 22!) but just like this event, BBA Week wants to preview the upcoming season, so we asked:

"What do you like most about fall in New England?"

If you would like to respond to a future Voices of the Bar, make sure you send a headshot, and contact Eric Fullerton at efullerton@bostonbar.org.

	James Peloquin - Conn Kavanaugh Rosenthal Peisch & Ford "This is a close call, but ultimately an easy one. Many would say there is no better weather in this region than on a beautiful Fall day with crisp, dry air. Add foliage season (particularly in Northern New England) and I agree that being outdoors this time of year can't be beat. However, as far as I'm concerned, what is best about the Fall is something uniquely New England........our own New England Patriots! Are you ready for some football??"
	Samantha Rothaus – Desmond, Strang & Scott "My favorite thing about fall in New England is how vibrant a season it is. The laziness of summer begins to disappear along with its heat and humidity. My idea of a perfect day is a sunny early October day with just a little chill, leaves just beginning to change, and that distinctive smell of autumn in the air. It makes me want to go apple and pumpkin picking (and then make lots of pie)!"
	Thomas Mackie – Mackie Shea O'Brien "Fall in New England means the crunch and earthy aroma of fallen leaves under foot; Saturday afternoon football games under brisk blue skies; bittersweet wreathes and wondering what our kids are up to at college."
	Rachel Chase – Choate Hall & Stewart "One of my favorite things about fall in New England is the apple cider donuts from Honey Pot Hill Orchards."
	Ross J. Venables - Burden & Sidgwick "For me it is the weather. After a long, hot and humid summer, there is nothing better than a little chill in the air and the first smell of chimney smoke. It is also wonderful when the temperature inside Middlesex Probate and Family Court drops below 98 degrees."
	Elena Tsizer - Law Office of Elena Tsizer "The colors, the foliage, the cooler weather, the approaching holidays – of course. But what I like MOST about autumn in general is that every September I remember that I NEVER have to go to school again!"