KOMA & KORA
What You Can (and Can’t) Keep Behind Closed Doors
Thursday, November 6, 2025
12:00-1:00pm
Topeka Shawnee County Public Library
Note: Lunch isn’t included, but the Millennium Café next door is open if you want to grab something before or after.
Get a practical look at the Kansas Open Records and Open Meetings Acts — what they cover, who they apply to, and how to stay out of trouble. This session breaks down real-world examples, common pitfalls, and recent updates so you can navigate Kansas transparency laws with confidence.
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
$15 for TBA Members
$30 for Non-Members
**Pending CLE Credit
Annual Turkey Shoot
Friday, November 21, 2025
Registration: $25 per attendee
Includes: Full Thanksgiving meal, beverages, and plenty of camaraderie
Who’s Invited: TBA members, colleagues, and guests — all are welcome!
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.
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: (Available — contact tba@topekabar.com for details)
Target Sponsor: Cooper Law Office
Food Sponsor: Henson, Hutton, Mudrick, Gragson & Vogelsberg LLP
Drink Sponsor:
Foulston
Dessert Sponsor: Washburn Law School
Beer Sponsor: Stevens & Brand LLP
Wine Sponsor: Probasco Law
Antique Car Sponsor: Beck & Gunn
Interested in sponsoring? Reach out to Tana Griffith at tba@topekabar.com several great sponsor spots are still open!
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
NO Zoom option available.
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.
TBA members- FREE
Non-members- $20
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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