Determining the location of an individual at a specific point in time can make or break a case. Lawyers have used location data to put defendants at the scene of a murder, place a driver at the scene of a crash, or even show a doctor was not in the hospital during a critical procedure. This presentation provides guidance to know what location data is available, where to find it, how to use it, and the law that governs it. We will provide real-world examples of location data and discuss its use and misuse in trial.
TBA members- FREE
Non-members- $20
Thursday, October 16, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:00 PMKansas Bar Association Conference room.
NO Zoom option available.
Legislative Update: HB 2062 and Beyond A practical look at key changes from the 2025 Legislative Session, focusing on HB 2062 and other measures impacting Kansas practitioners.
Presenter: Joe Molina, Legislative Services Director, Kansas Bar Association
TBA Members FREE*
Thanks to the Family Law Committee
Non-Members $10*
*LUNCH NOTICE- Bring your own lunch or add an optional pizza lunch for $7 when you register. Lunch will only be available to those who pre-register and select the lunch option.
Approved for 1 hour CLE in KS
Stevens & Brand 100th Anniversary CLE and Happy Hour
Join us on Thursday, October 23, 2025 for an afternoon of learning and networking — free to attendees!
Robert J. Dole Hall Washburn University School of Law
We’ll kick things off with 3 hours of CLE in the afternoon, then wrap up the day with a relaxed happy hour to connect with colleagues.
Sponsor: Stevens & Brand
Approved for 3-hour CLE in KS, including 1 hour E&P
Approved for 3.6 Credit hour in MO, Including 1.2 hour of E&P
Stop Losing to Bad Logic
Logical Fallacies for Lawyers
Thursday, November 6, 2025
12:00-1:00pm
Topeka Shawnee County Public Library
Good arguments fail when they’re built on bad logic. In this fast, practical session, Jay Hall walks through the most common logical fallacies lawyers encounter—straw man, ad hominem, slippery slope, false cause, and more—and shows how to spot them, avoid using them, and punch holes in them when opposing counsel trots them out. Bring your real-world examples; leave with sharper tools for motions, negotiations, and trial.
Note: Lunch isn’t included, but the Millennium Café next door is open if you want to grab something before or after.
Thursday, November 6 | 12:00–1:00 PM TSCPL Marvin Auditorium 101AB Presenter: Jay Hall, Kansas Association of Counties
TBA Members-FREE
Non-Members $20
Pending Approval for 1 hour CLE in KS
Thursday, November 13, 2025
Noon-1:00 p.m.
KBA Building
Please RSVP if you will attend so we have a good headcount for food.
November 20, 2025
Noon- 1:00pm
via Zoom
Presenter- Hon. Rachel Pickering, Kansas Court of Appeals
$20 for TBA Members
$40 for Non-Members
**Pending CLE Credit
Annual Topeka Bar Association
Turkey Shoot
Friday, November 21, 2025
Cedar Lawn Farm
If you don't know.... What is the TBA Turkey Shoot??
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We are excited to share that the beloved TBA Turkey Shoot is returning to Cedar Lawn Farm for the second year in a row! Join us at this beautiful venue, located at 12741 SW K4 Hwy, as we continue the tradition in its new home.
We encourage everyone to join us for this special event and continue the tradition in our new venue.
Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Event Sponsor-
Target Sponsor- Cooper Law Office
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Henson, Hutton, Mudrick, Gragson & Vogelsberg LLP
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The TBA Annual Turkey Shoot is a Thanksgiving meal amongst your fellow bar community members. No actual Turkeys are involved, except the traditional Thanksgiving meal.
Registration is $25 per attendee.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
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The 2025 TBA Holiday Party is back again and will be a family event. Join your fellow colleagues and their families at Kay McFarland Japanese Garden for dinner, followed by touring the Topeka Zoo Lights.
Note about Zoo Lights Registration
The TBA Holiday Party at Zoo Lights has traditionally been a free event, and we’ve loved offering this as a way to give back to our members. However, we will be charging a nominal registration fee this year.
This small fee will help offset event expenses and ensure that those who register plan to attend—helping us avoid unused ticket purchases. We also want to recognize that this event, like many others throughout the year, is made possible thanks to the generous support of our sponsors.
Food and treats will be set up from 6:00 p.m. through 7:30 p.m.
Feel free to join us anytime that is convenient for you in those two hours. Actual Zoo Light Entry Tickets will be passed out at event.
The TBA Criminal Law Committee
Thursday,
December 11, 2025
12:00 PM- 1:00 PM
IN PERSON
at Shawnee County Courthouse
Judge Ossmann Courtroom
The New Kansas Guardianship & Conservatorship Act Explained
Friday, December 19, 2025
9:00-11:00am
Join us for this essential update on the sweeping changes to Kansas Guardianship and Conservatorship law. The old Act is out, and the new Uniform Act is in — but what does that really mean for your practice and your clients?
During this 2-hour session, Brian Jacques and Chief Judge Steven Ebberts will unpack the key updates, explain how Kansas is aligning with national best practices, and discuss how these changes directly impact your cases, filings, and client guidance.
Don’t miss this one — the changes are big and understanding them will be critical moving forward.
Friday, December 19 | 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Location to be determined Presenters: Brian Jacques & Chief Judge Steven Ebberts Includes: Pastries, coffee, and water
TBA Members-$10
Pending Approval for 2 hour CLE in KS
Thursday, January 8, 2025
You are cordially invited to join the Topeka Bar Association as we unveil the portrait of Shawnee County Administrative Hearing Officer:
Catherine Barker
Friday, January 9, 2026
Noon
Registration $20.00
From Jones to Riley to Carpenter, the Supreme Court has changed the landscape of 4th and 5th Amendment law in the digital realm. This CLE will explore the effects of these landmark cases and identify areas of further challenges for the defense. Attendees will learn about how courts are applying the 4th and 5th Amendments to new forms of digital evidence and will learn to spot potential Constitutional Issues involving digital devices.
Pending CLE Credit in KS
February 12, 2025
Thursday, March 12, 2025
April 9, 2025
SAVE THE DATE
Registration opening closer to event date.
Nominations for Annual Awards is open NOW.
Thursday April 16, 2026
5:00- 7:00pm
Kay McFarland Japanese Garden
Business Meeting 6:00-6:30
An evening to Honor fellow attorneys with Annual TBA Awards & Induct 2026-2027 TBA Board of Directors.
Individual Tickets: $35/person
Table: $200 seats 6
Guests and spouses are welcome.
Heavy Hors d'Oeuvres
Drink tickets (2) included.
(Cash bar also available)
Business casual attire.
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