Topeka Bar Association upcoming events

Spring Golf Tournament & CLE (29 May 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Don't forget to arrive early to get checked in and get your raffle tickets.

CLE: 11:00 AM - Noon

Presenter: Joe Molina, Legislative Services Director, Kansas Bar Association

CLE will be in person ONLY! Please join us for the CLE and lunch even if you don't golf!!

2026 Legislative Review

Get an insider’s look at the 2026 Kansas legislative session from the Kansas Bar Association’s Director of Legislative Services. This program will provide a concise overview of key legislation impacting the legal profession, including developments affecting the judiciary, civil justice, administrative law, and attorney practice. Attendees will gain practical insight into enacted laws, notable policy trends, and what to expect moving forward into the next session.

Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Golf: Shotgun start 1:00 PM

2026 Board Blast: Topeka Bar's Ultimate CLE Marathon (05 Jun 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:45:00 GMT

Board Blast 2026

Friday June 5, 8:45am-4:30pm

Townsite Tower Plaza Meeting Room

The Topeka Bar Association's annual Board Blast CLE Marathon will be held on June 5, 2026, at Townsite Tower, with both in-person and Zoom attendance options available. This flexible program offers up to 7 hours of CLE, including 2 hours of Ethics & Professionalism (E&P) credit (pending KSCLE approval). Participants can choose the sessions that best fit their needs and schedule. While virtual access is available, we encourage in-person attendance for a more engaging and connected experience.

It’s a convenient way to complete your hours before the June 30 CLE reporting deadline—don’t wait until the last minute!

Agenda

8:45 - 9:10 - Check in/ Welcome
9:10 - 10:00 - Kansas Evictions: Procedure, Tenant Rights, and Defenses - Nick Blessing
10:00 - 10:50 - 2026 Legislative Update - Marissa Bayless
10:50 - 11:10 - Break
11:10 - 12:00 - SCOTUS Updates - Jeffrey Jackson
12:00 - 12:30 - Lunch Break
12:30 - 1:20 - Ethics of AI - Judge Mitchell Herren
1:20 - 1:30 - Break
1:30 - 2:20 - Under the Hood of the KCPA: Deception & Unconscionability in the Context of Buying a Car - Paul Shipp
2:20 - 2:30 - Break
2:30 - 3:20 - Communicating with Clarity: Using Adult Learning Principles to Improve Client and Team Interactions - Danielle Hall
3:20 - 4:10 - Who owns Innovation in the Age of AI? - Tom Luebbering
4:10 - 4:30 - Wrap-up

TBA Criminal Law Committee Meeting & CLE (11 Jun 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The TBA Criminal Law Committee
Examining the Practical and Fiscal Impacts of HB 2444

Thursday,

June 11, 2026

12:00 PM- 1:00 PM

IN PERSON

at Shawnee County Courthouse

Judge Ossmann Courtroom

Approved for 1 hour CLE credit in Kansas

This CLE session offers a detailed review of House Bill 2444, examining the significant legislative shifts and procedural mandates introduced by this act. The presentation breaks down the bill’s impact on jail credit awards within consecutive sentence structures and analyzes the specialized sentencing enhancements now required for felonies committed while on probation, parole, or post-release supervision. Beyond sentencing, the course explores HB 2444’s requirements for minimum secured bonds for specific repeat offenders and clarifies the precise circumstances under which the law necessitates formal hearings and written judicial findings. Participants will gain a practical understanding of these statutory changes, concluding with an analysis of the official fiscal note to understand the broader administrative and economic implications of the legislation.

Presenters
Judge Cheryl Rios
Judg Jason Geier
Judge Andrew Holmes
Judge Bill Ossmann

TBA Family Law Committee Meeting (09 Jul 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Thursday, July 9, 2025

Noon-1:00 p.m.

KBA Building

Please RSVP if you will attend so we have a good headcount for food.

TBA Criminal Law Committee Meeting (13 Aug 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The TBA Criminal Law Committee

Thursday,

August 13, 2026

12:00 PM- 1:00 PM

IN PERSON

at Shawnee County Courthouse

Judge Ossmann Courtroom

TBA Family Law Committee Meeting (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Thursday, September 10, 2025

Noon-1:00 p.m.

KBA Building

Please RSVP if you will attend so we have a good headcount for food.

Turkey Shoot Thanksgiving Celebration (20 Nov 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Annual Turkey Shoot

Friday, November 20, 2026

What’s the TBA Turkey Shoot?

If you’re new to the tradition, no actual turkeys are harmed! The TBA Turkey Shoot is our annual fall gathering where members of the bar come together for a Thanksgiving-style meal, good company, and some light-hearted competition.

Click here to learn more about the history and fun behind this TBA favorite.

Join Us at Cedar Lawn Farm

We’re thrilled to bring the Turkey Shoot back to Cedar Lawn Farm for the second year in a row! This scenic venue has quickly become a member favorite, and we can’t wait to celebrate another year of good food, great company, and gratitude. Located at 12741 SW K4 Hwy.

Come share the afternoon with colleagues, judges, and friends of the bar — it’s the perfect way to kick off the holiday season.

Event Sponsor:

Cooper Law Office

Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Tana Griffith at tba@topekabar.com