The Oklahoma Bar Journal April 2023

National Conference of Commissioners for Uniform State Laws – President Hermanson proposes to submit the three names of Cheryl Plaxico Hunter, Oklahoma City; Amy Pepper, Norman; and Brian McCall, Norman; to the governor for consideration and one appointment – term expires June 1, 2027. Professional Responsibility Tribunal – President Hermanson appoints Greg Mashburn, Norman, to complete the unexpired term of Roy Tucker – term expires June 30, 2024. Professional Responsibility Commission – President Hermanson appoints Jennifer M. Castillo, Oklahoma City, to complete the unexpired term of Michael C. Mordy – term expires Dec. 31, 2025. REPORT ON LEGISLATIVE KICKOFF Legislative Monitoring Committee Co-Chairperson and President-Elect Miles T. Pringle reported that this year’s Legislative Kickoff was successful. The invited panelists were very thoughtful and presented meaningful insights. Lots of good feedback from attendees. Day at the Capitol is being planned now to continue monitoring through out the spring legislative session. ABA Oklahoma County Delegate William Hoch said delegates are working to advance the interests of the Oklahoma bar. He thanked those who attended this year’s meet ing and presented the ABA impact report. He discussed areas of focus the ABA is monitoring related to immigration, homelessness, poverty and access to justice. He said the ABA has participated in discussions of the LSAT exam and reviewed resolutions passed at the most recent ABA House of Delegates. ABA OKLAHOMA COUNTY DELEGATE REPORT

BOARD ORIENTATION

Executive Director Johnson introduced each of the OBA staff directors, who in turn presented and explained the various func tions, roles and responsibilities of their departments. UPCOMING OBA AND COUNTY BAR EVENTS President Hermanson reviewed upcoming bar-related events, including the Oklahoma High School Mock Trial Championship, March 7, Tulsa; Day at the Capitol, March 21, Oklahoma State Capitol; New Admittee Swearing-In Ceremony, April 25; Law Day, May 1, events take place statewide; and the OBA Solo & Small Firm Conference, June 22-24, Osage Casino, Tulsa. The Board of Governors met in March, and a summary of those actions will be published in the Oklahoma Bar Journal once the minutes are approved. The next board meeting will be held Friday, April 21, at the Oklahoma Bar Center in Oklahoma City. NEXT BOARD MEETING

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