January 09, 2010
Future of Freedom Conference
10:00 a.m.
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5:00 p.m.
Location: Room C5
Please note date change
The Future of Freedom conference celebrates the birthday of Washington State's constitution and educates attorneys, judges and the general public about the constitution's history and importance. This will be an opportunity to hear opposing viewpoints about what the judiciary's role should be. Plus, a ceremony honoring Chief Justice Gerry Alexander, a catered lunch, 2 ethics credits, and much more! Register online.
About Justice for Washington:
The Justice for Washington Foundation is a non-profit organization with leaders from both major political parties. The Foundation is committed to defending the Washington State Constitution, promoting a better understanding of the content and history of the state constitution and providing objective information about appellate level judicial candidates.
Conference Agenda
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. - Registration and Coffee Service - Court-Level Atrium
10 a.m. - Welcome
Professor Andrew Siegel, Seattle University School of Law
10 - 11 a.m. - The Washington State Constitutional Convention: July 4 - August 22, 1889
Speaker: Hugh Spitzer
11a.m. - noon - The Inspiration for the Washington State Constitution
Speaker: Justice James M. Johnson
Noon - 1:30 p.m. - Lunch Honoring Chief Justice Gerry Alexander
1:30 - 2:45 p.m. Judicial Selection
Speakers: Sal Mungia, John McKay, Alex Hays, & Chief Justice Gerry Alexander
3 - 4 p.m. Judicial Elections: Canon 7 Compliance
Speaker: Reiko Callner
4 - 5 p.m. Running for Judge: Practical and Ethical Considerations
Speakers: Alex Hays and Rebecca Robertson
4.25 general and 1.0 ethics CLE credits approved