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From the PresidentBAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 2Scott HillThis month marks my twenty-year anniversary of joining Hite, Fanning & Honeyman and the Wichita BarAssociation as a newly minted lawyer. The occasion caused me to reminisce a bit about what brought me toWichita for the practice of law. Step back with me to the fall of 2001 in Topeka, Kansas. I was a second-year law student at Washburn Lawand participating in on-campus interviews for summer clerkships. I grew up in southeast Kansas in the townof Independence. I was then engaged to Jennifer Hill (nee Lopez), who grew up in Wichita. WhileIndependence probably had room for one more lawyer, two might be a stretch. Regardless, Jennifer and Isaw ourselves in a bigger community. Our minds were open to all the metropolitan areas around the state. Iresearched and identified Wichita as my target and soon interviewed with various Wichita firms for asummer clerkship. I was pitched on the idea that the Wichita legal community was the most collegial legalcommunity around. While this clearly represented an opinion, that opinion was widely supported evenoutside of the city of Wichita. Wichita was often said to be a legal community that was large enough whereyou do not have to work with the same lawyers every day, but small enough to ensure that you will workwith other lawyers more than once. Treat other lawyers fairly and you will be treated fairly in return. I accepted a clerkship, and later associate employment, at Hite Fanning and experienced what I had beentold: the Wichita bar was truly a collegial community. Lawyers were generally friendly to one another andoften knew one another by name. We generally provided courtesies for one another and did not take unfairadvantage of one another. We generally respected one another and looked out for one another. Andwhether it was a cause or an effect, the WBA highlighted this collegiality – we were an active professionaland social organization that promoted relationships and professionalism. The act of seeing one another atWBA events elevated these attributes. Returning now to the present time, much of our now social and professional interaction occurs online. Whilethe benefits of these capabilities allow us to stay connected with a much larger circle, there are notabledrawbacks. One of those drawbacks is one that I fear could substantially change the collegiality that theWichita legal community enjoys. That drawback that I refer to is the one dubbed the “Online DisinhibitionEffect.” The concept of the “Online Disinhibition” is essentially that people tend to loosen their inhibitionswhen interacting on the internet, often to a fault. People tend to act and react in ways in which they wouldnever act in person. I am certain we have all seen this phenomenon where online interaction is anonymous,but the concept holds true even where identities are known. Far too often I see people interact in what Ibelieve to be non-professional, inconsiderate and even uncivil manner. This is not a criticism linked only totypical social media channels but can be true anywhere people are enabled to interact online, includingemail communication. Today, our legal community runs the risk of losing some of the collegiality that brought me (and manyothers) to Wichita. I see this concept of “Online Disinhibition” creeping into the interactions among lawyers.While it seems to be an exception and not the norm, I believe the WBA can help counteract this effect within-person programming, meetings, and social interaction. I urge each one of us to attend in person onceagain. Sit at a lunch table across from your colleagues. Share a beer at a reception. Or simply interactwithout the internet as a buffer. I strongly believe that our future reputation as a collegial bar associationdepends upon these sorts of continued interactions. Preserve the collegiality. Preserve the Collegiality

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A note from the co-editor – Happy Last Days (hopefully) of Summer! The Bar-o-Meter is an ever-changing andevolving publication and committee. Like so many of our committees and the WBAat large, we are tightening the belt due to budgetary concerns and limited resources.We are cutting back on print issues and shifting towards a solely electronic format.However, the quality and content will remain as vibrant as ever. We hope youcontinue to stay with us as we grow and boldly go into our digital future.On that note, I want to take this opportunity to introduce our new Co-Editor: ScottNading. Scott is currently an attorney at DeVaughn James. Prior to joining DJ, heserved as a law clerk to the Honorable John W. Broomes of the United States DistrictCourt for the District of Kansas. So, clearly, we know he can write (and moreimportantly, edit). After being unknowingly nominated for the position, Scottgraciously agreed to serve as co-editor through 2025. We are grateful and excited tohave Scott on board. As a sidenote, he will be looking for a new co-editor in thespring of 2024 so just making a plug for anyone interested or willing to serve. We are always looking for articles, content for Gabby Tattler, or new committeemembers. If you have any ideas or interest, please give us a shout. Our doors (or,rather, our inboxes) are always open. Finally, thank you to our committee membersand to all of those who contribute to the Bar-o-Meter. We greatly appreciate you.Thank you! -- Megan TownsleyBAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 3Find a Lawyer ServiceThe purpose of the Wichita Bar Association Find a Lawyer service is to assist the public byproviding a way in which an individual, who can afford to pay for legal services, can be connectedto a lawyer in Sedgwick and surrounding counties in Kansas. The Find a Lawyer service is a public service of the Wichita Bar Association. There is a yearly fee of $100 to participate in the WBA's Find a Lawyer service.Click here to view brochure available to the publicClick here to view or download a Find a Lawyer Application Upon completion you may fax it to (316-263-0629) OR scan the application and email to lreyes@wichitabar.orgEditor's ColumnScott Nading and Megan Townsley

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Barbecue and Bar ShowClick here to registerBike RideClick here to registerClay Shoot Click here to registerGolf TournamentClick here to register Live TriviaClick here to registerPickleball and Tennis TournamentClick here to registerPool TournamentClick here to registerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerClick here to view flyerPlease include payment withregistrations.To register and pay online go to:www.wichitabar.org/upcomingeventsRegistrations due by Thursday,September 14.Complimentary For All Judges*In order to participate attorneysmust have active WBA memberships.*BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 5Once again, lawyers from across the state (and even farther still) gatheredin Lindsborg, Kansas for the 34th annual Kansas Women AttorneysAssociation (KWAA) conference. This year’s theme, “In the Service of YourPeople,” assembled a litany of Wichita attorneys to the small Swedish-influenced Kansas town. Lady Lawyer Summer Camp, as it’s been informally named, provided thisyear’s attendees with its usual excitement and camaraderie. Highlightsincluded a blackout during the “Appellate All-Star Review” session,complete with raised lit-up iPhones instead of lighters, a substantial flash KWAA Summer Camp Funstorm that led to some dorm flooding, and several rounds of heated DJ bingo.The presentations were A+ as always and included various topics such as“GPS Chipping Your Employees and Other 4th Amendment Concerns,”“Celebrity Trials: Lessons Learned from Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard,” and“Queerness and Transness in the Law.” At the annual meeting, attendeeswere introduced to this year’s KWAA president, Etta Walker, who outlinedher goal of expanding KWAA’s reach in rural Kansas. The highlight of the conference, however, was the presentation of theawards. The WBA’s own Rachael Pirner received the prestigious JennieMitchell Kellogg Achievement Award, while Danielle Hall of Topeka receivedthe Carol Foreman Medal of Civility. Rachael PirnerThe conference was a resounding success and ensured that the annual attorney takeover of Lindsborg willcontinue to draw participants in the years to come. Hooray for summer camp!Judges' Day 2023By: Candice FarhaWichita Attendees

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Conference Roomsf o r R e n tSEDGWICK COUNTY LAW CENTERConference Room #1: 1/2 day - $250.00* All day - $500.00Conference Room #2: 1/2 day - $350.00* All day - $550.00(audio/visual included) Conference Room #3: 1/2 day - $250.00* All day - $500.00Conference Room #4: 1/2 day - $250.00* All day - $500.00Conference Room Combinations$75 increase per additional room.These hours include set up and break down time.*½ day = 4 hours or less; all day = 8 hours.CONTACT USCONTACT INFORMATIONVirdena Gilkey, Executive Directorvgilkey@wichitabar.orgLupita Reyes, Administrative Assistantlreyes@wichitabar.orgRENTAL RATES ITEMS INCLUDED IN RENTALRound and/or rectangle tables (indoors only)Black chairsKitchen (indoor only)Piano (if needed)Audio/visual equipment (if included in rental)DOWNTOWN LOCATION225 N. Market1st Floor Conference RoomWichita, Kansas 67202PREMIER EVENT SPACE316-263-2251

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BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 8Robin Burnside is Retiring after a Decade of ServiceYou were hired in 2013 as the CLE Director and later became theAccounts Manager and Assistant Executive Director underExecutive Director Karin Kirk. In your ten years with the WichitaBar Association, how did it shape your thoughts about our legalcommunity? Initially, I began working for an accounting firm, F. B. Kubik &Company, and then John Conlee offered me a job at Fleeson Gooingafter I had my daughter. It was back in the 80s when job-sharingwas a thing. This was my first experience working with attorneys. Ihave always admired their work ethic, passion, and dedication tohelping their clients. I then went on to work for Koch Industries intheir legal department and experienced the same culture, just on alarger scale. I’ve loved working for the WBA – a great associationmade up of great people, and I’m proud to have been a part of it.You were vital to the Naturalization Ceremonies every year. What are your fondest memories? I think I’ve been the liaison since 2016, and for as many ceremonies I’ve been a part of, it is still emotionalfor me every time. When the ceremonies were at Century II, the check-in process moved a little slower, and Ihad an opportunity to visit with the new citizens. I enjoyed hearing where they came from, how long theyhad been in the U.S., and, of course, their celebration plans for later in the day. I’m very appreciative of myguest speakers and soloists over the years, as they were willing to take time out of their busy schedules tobe a part of this special day.What are you most looking forward to when you retire? I’ve actually been a little anxious about it. I like working and stayingbusy, but my husband Phil was ready, so here we are. Ha!What are your hobbies? Like most people, my hobbies have changed over the years. I’vealways loved being around and on the water. I bought a kayak about15 years ago and absolutely love it – total relaxation. My husbandPhil and I like to hike, but again it’s usually a place with water views.We like to travel, so we’re looking forward to taking our time andexploring without having to hurry back.Will you take up any new hobbies after retirement? I was an avid reader and have recently taken this up again. I evenjoined a book club. Phil and I are currently exploring the idea ofpurchasing a camper trailer and boondocking our way back to somefavorite places we’ve traveled and exploring some new locations. Ifyou don’t know what boondocking is, look it up, and don’t thinkwe’re too crazy.You and your husband, Phil, are great at kayaking. What rivershave you yet to conquer? That’s an interesting question. I’ve kayaked on rivers, lakes, and onoceans. I guess wherever our travels take us, our kayaks will be inthe back of the truck. We built our retirement home on the LittleArkansas River and we have yet to put our kayaks in. The neighborshave relayed that the resident snakes get a little too curious!

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JUDGECASEPROSECUTORDEFENSEATTYMOST SERIOUS CHARGERESULTRoush21CR1350Aaron BreitenbachTyler FixPhilip WhiteS. Mank,R. Pricect 1-1st degree murderct 2-2nd degree murderct 3-aggravated batteryct 4-flee/attempt to eludect 5-crim. poss. of weaponct 6-crim. poss. of weaponct 7-drive while suspendedct 8-drive while suspendedGuilty;Guilty;Guilty;Guilty;Guilty;Guilty;Guilty;GuiltyKaufman22CR0460Avery ElofssonMoriah PlowdenBach Hangct 1-aggravated batteryct 2-batteryNot Guilty;Guilty ofLessorSmith21CR2317Atticus DisneyJama Mitchellct 1-att. aggravated burglaryct 2-criminal threatGuilty;GuiltyGeoring22CR1796Mandee SchaufJustin EdwardsPhilip WhiteS. Mank,R. Pricect 1-1st degree murderct 2-burglaryct 3-theftGuilty;Guilty;GuiltyMaughan22CR1720Jack MitchellMarlo Hamrickct 1-theft after prior convictionGuiltyBrown22CR1552Daniel VigiliusCheryl Robertsct 1-sexual batteryGuiltySmith21CR2383Shauna LeslieJama Mitchellct 1-aggravated batteryGuiltyGeoring21TR6311Kristen StinnettRobert Moodyct 1-DUIct 2-vehicle liability insuranceNot Guilty;Not GuiltyMagana21CR2560Monika HoytStephen Bravect 1-aggravated batteryct 2-aggravated kidnappingct 3-criminal threatct 4-agg. intimidate. of witnessct 5-agg. endanger a childct 6-aggravated assaultct 7-criminal trespassNot Guilty;Not Guilty;Not Guilty;Not Guilty;Not Guilty;Not Guilty;Not GuiltyCriminal Jury SummaryBAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 11Thank you to the District Attorney’s office for providing criminal jury results each month!

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BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 12Hometown:My hometown is Wichita.Undergraduate & Law School - Graduation Dates & Degrees/Certificates:My undergrad is Wichita State and I graduated from Washburn in 1992. Prior Professional Experience:I started in the Public Defender’s Office in 1995. I was promoted to a deputy in 1998.In 2008 I was promoted to be the first Chief of the Sedgwick County Conflicts Office.In 2015, I left the Conflicts Office to become an Assistant Federal Public Defender. In2018, I left the Federal Defender’s Office to go into private practice. I later combinedmy practice with Casey Cotton to form Cotton and Krier until I was appointed. Myprimary focus has been criminal law, but in private practice I did some civil work,municipal court prosecution, municipal court judge and also CINC work. I also spokeat WIP regarding the criminal and administrative consequences of a DUI.What made you want to be a judge?A passionate desire to see justice upheld and for people to be treated fairly.What qualities make for a good judge?I think trial experience is important for a judge. I also think that representing people to have the human relation aspect isimportant. Personal information/hobbies/fun fact:I love my dogs. I am the president of my HOA. I do crafts (wood and miscellaneous. painting, crochet and miscellaneous crafts).My father and I have a craft show once a year. Honorable Chrystal L. KrierThe Lawyer League Softball regular season concluded on July 20. The regular season standings are as follows: Wins Losses1. Force Majeure 2. Hinkle 3. Koch4. Martin Pringle 5. DeVaughn James 6. Biggs Paul 7. Morris Laing 8. Foulston 9. DA's The playoffs kicked off on July 27 with Foulston taking on the DA’s with the 8th spot in the playoffs on theline. After five hard-fought innings, the DA’s were victorious 8-7. Immediately thereafter, action beganbetween the remaining eight teams leading to the following results:Force Majeure Devaughn James Hinkle Biggs Paul The semi-finals will be held on August 3 at the West Side Athletic Fields beginning at 6:30. No. 1 seed ForceMajeure will take on No. 5 seed DeVaughn James while No. 2 seed Hinkle will take on No. 6 seed BiggsPaul. The winners will vie for the Championship and the losers will play for 3rd, both on August 10 at 6:30. 744433210022333456710125DA'sMartin PringleMorris LaingKoch55114Lawyer League Softball

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What IS the bar show? The bar show is a collaborative production that is written, directed, produced, and entirelystarring Wichita lawyers and judges. Are there requirements to participate? You DO need to be a member of the Wichita Bar Association to participate.That’s it. Do I need to sing? No. There are roles that will not require singing, though there are several songs that areconsidered chorus songs. You can also participate backstage, in set building, in costumes, or any other part of theproduction. Help. I can’t dance. I hear you. We will work with you.Wait, what happened to the KBA?! USUALLY, the bar show is tied to the timing of the Kansas Bar Association annualmeeting. This happened historically for many reasons, funding being an important one. People have asked if we“broke up” with the KBA. I want to set the record straight: We still very much love the KBA and hope to remainfriends. It’s not them, it’s us. We hope all our friends from across the state will make the journey to Wichita to watchall of us make fantastic clowns of ourselves. BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 13Bar Show 2023Bar Show. Sure, sure, you’ve heard this crazy woman talking about the bar show forseveral years now, but what is the bar show? If I give her money for it, will shego away?First of all, the bar show is what you make it. That’s the most important part.You can make friends, learn to sway to a beat, learn the first names of all thejudges, build sets, make costumes, or even hide behind stage curtains!Personally (because obviously this is all about me), I would not be the lawyer Iam today without the friends, contacts, and time I’ve spent doing bar shows.I’ve made lifelong friends, and - much to Kristen Wheeler’s chagrin - I learnedto tap again. I thought it might be helpful to introduce the bar show to some of our newermembers through common questions I’ve received in the last several weeks,and also answer some questions for the more…senior members of our troupe. By: Christy CampbellSo when is this happening? Thank you for asking. In the interest of injecting change into ourpost-Covid landscape, we are adding a show to the post-Judges' Day barbecue on September21st. The show will be at The Crown (Douglas and Hillside), and you’ll purchase your barbecueticket like normal—but this year it will include a show! There will be an additional showWednesday, September 20, 2023, that will be open to the public and tickets will be available fora cost through the Crown’s website (this is our dress rehearsal, so keep your standardsappropriate). Are rehearsals ever going to start? YES. Our plan is to begin lunch rehearsals (Mondays andWednesdays) and evening rehearsals on August 7th. A detailed calendar should be out in thenext week. Do you need to be at every rehearsal? No, but it is helpful to attend as many as you can. Wehope to have videos that will help you rehearse on your own as well. How do I get involved? I thought you’d never ask. There’s an email list and a Facebook group.Email me (ccampbell@jfranklinlaw.com) and we’ll get you hooked up with the rest of the group.

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BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 14We need your help! Every year Kansas Legal Services receives many more requests for servicethan we can fulfill. With your assistance, we can make a real impact in the lives of Kansans byfilling that gap. There are many opportunities to partner with Kansas Legal Services to bring justice and equity tothose in need. Kansas Legal Services handles a diverse caseload, so all legal expertise iswelcome. Do not worry, we can assist, provide guidance and training as needed. Here are justsome of the ways you can help:1. Volunteer for all/part of a Wednesday morning (8:30 to 12:30) or afternoon (12:30 to 4:30)session at the Self-Help Center, located at the Sedgwick County Law Library. This is the perfectopportunity to empower clients in need by giving them the tools to represent themselves incourt. Kansas Legal Services attorneys will be on hand to provide guidance and assistance.2. Volunteer at the Protection from Abuse Docket on Thursday afternoons. Another great wayto be involved without a long-term commitment.3. Take on a case pro bono to help someone who might be left behind or for you to learn anew area of law.4. KBA Reduced Fee program. This program is different from the above; Kansas Legal Servicesadministers it for the Kansas Bar Association. This program was originally designed to helpthose who earn enough that they do not qualify for direct services through Legal ServicesCorporation but do not earn enough to pay a large retainer. Attorneys who participate in thisprogram are paid $100 to $120 an hour for their services up to 10 hours. After that, they maycharge the client their regular fees. Kansas Legal Services collects the initial fee and forwards itto the attorney upon acceptance of the case. The cases this program assists with are divorce,paternity, post-divorce and post-paternity motions, guardianships, simple wills, name change,and uncontested adoptions.If you are interested in helping us help our neighbors, please contact me. We can discuss youravailability, the program you wish to participate in, and the requirements. KLS will be compilinga list of volunteers and KBA Reduce Fee attorneys. That list will be kept in-house and not sharedoutside of this organization. So, please think about what you can do and email me atsullivanr@klsinc.org.

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A U G 2 0 2 3W B A e v e n t s C a l e n d a rAll committees meet at the WBA at Noon unless otherwise noted.S E P T 2 0 2 3T/1 Estate Planning & Probate CommitteeMeetingProfessional Diversity Committee MeetingService to the Bar Committee MeetingW/2 Civil Practice Committee MeetingTh/3 Bar-o-Meter Committee MeetingM/7 Medical Legal Committee MeetingReal Estate Practice & Business Law CommitteeMeetingW/9 Law In Education Committee MeetingFamily Law Committee Meeting 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. via ZoomTh/10 Executive Committee MeetingBankruptcy Committee MeetingF/11 Inn of Court Executive Committee Meeting W/16 Fee Dispute Committee MeetingTh/17 Board of Governors Committee MeetingEthics Committee Meeting 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.T/22 Continuing Legal Education CommitteeMeeting W/23 Criminal Practice Committee MeetingM/4 Medical Legal Committee MeetingReal Estate & Business Law CommitteeMeetingT/5 Estate Planning & Probate CommitteeMeetingProfessional Diversity Committee MeetingService to the Bar Committee MeetingTh/7 Bar-o-Meter Committee MeetingW/13 Law In Education Committee MeetingFamily Law Committee Meeting 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. via ZoomTh/14 Executive Committee MeetingBankruptcy Committee MeetingW/20 Fee Dispute Committee MeetingTh/21 Judges' Day Bar Show @ Crown UptownT/26 Continuing Legal Education CommitteeMeeting W/27 Criminal Practice Committee MeetingBAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 15WALA August MeetingTuesday, August 15th, 202312:00 PM - 1:00 PMSedgwick County Law CenterConference Rooms225 N. Market St.Wichita, Kansas 67202If interested in attending please contactPresident Amanda Gorney at agorney@fleeson.comSpeaker: Teresa Shulda - Foulston Siefkin LLPTopic: Mental Illness and ADA, FMLA Challenges

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HearsayCondolences go out to...Our condolences go out to Stan Adeel (Foulston Siefkin)on the passing of his wife Gretchen on July 4, 2023.b y G a b b y T a t t l e rAttorneys getting together...WBA members giving back...Cameron Michaud (Morris Laing) attended theWomen’s Leadership Breakfast at the BCBS of KansasWichita Open. Morris Laing Law Firm was a proudsponsor of The Wichita Open golf tournament. SaraZafar (Franklin Law) spoke to students at West HighSchool and the Upward Bound program about thejudicial system and the practice of law. Morris Laingexplored the new Dinosaurs Around the World Exhibit atBotanica. They also sponsored the Nevoenator dinosaurand renamed him the Barristeroar. John Rapp (HinkleLaw) and other Wagon Masters cooked up a storm forthe 50th-year celebration of the Fraternal Order ofPolice Lodge #5. Hinkle Law took a campus tour ofHumanKind Ministries. A Naturalization Ceremony tookplace on July 21st where 107 new citizens, representedby 35 countries, took their oath of citizenship. JackieWilliams (Kansas Attorney General’s Office) providedthe address to the new citizens and Michael Whalen(Law Office of Michael P. Whalen) provided the vocals.Jeff Lowe, Sylvia Penner and Phoenix Anshutz (PennerLowe Law) all participated in the Erik Proffitt ScholarshipGolf Tournament. Jessica Suhr (Ward Law), MargaretLyons (Stinson Lasswell) and Candice Farha (PennerLowe) attended the AAML conference in Chicago, Illinois.Laura Ice (Textron), Rachael Pirner (Triplett Woolf),Linda Parks, Kelly Rundell and James Robinson (HiteFanning), William Townsley (Fleeson), Laurie Williams(Office of William Griffin) and Natalie (Haag) all attended BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 16Congratulations are in order...Justin Waggoner has been selected as the nextSedgwick County Counselor. Olivia Dempsey (HiteFanning), Mitch Armstrong (Larson & Brown), AdamBurrus (Fleeson), Ian Clark (Ariango, Kerns, Mank &White), Marisol Garcia (Martin Pringle), MeganHoffman (Intrust Bank), Nate Johnson (City of Wichita),Ian Hughes (Adams Jones), Tim Love (DeVaughnJames), John Pistotnik (Pistotnik Law), Tara MollhagenShepherd (Bever Dye), Francis Schneider (LewisBrisbois), Kayla Stavinoha (Hinkle Law), MichaelWeber (Prochaska Howell), Dylan Wheeler (DepewGillen), and Nolan Wright (Gibson Watson) were allrecognized by the Wichita Business Journal as YoungProfessionals in Legal Services. The Honorable RichardMacias was awarded the Leon A. McNeill DistinguishedAlumni Award from Newman University. Tim O’Sullivan(Foulston Siefkin) was awarded an Outstanding ServiceAward from the Kansas Bar Association. Emily Matta(Foulston Siefkin), Bach Hang (Sedgwick County PublicDefender), Marisol Garcia and Robert Moody (MartinPringle) received Pro Bono Certificates from the KansasBar Association. Former County Counselor MikePepoon celebrated his retirement after 36 years ofdedicated service. John Johnson (Morris Laing) wasrecognized by the KBA for his 50 years of service in thelegal profession.the KBA annual meeting in Lawrence, Kansas. Firmmembers of Martin Pringle got together to raise fundsand heartbeats at the 2023 Heartwalk. Fleeson Gooingand their families enjoyed a night at the ballparkcheering on the Wichita Wind Surge. WBA memberstraveled up the turnpike this month to GEHA Arrowheadstadium to become “swifties.” Those who were luckyenough to get Taylor Swift tickets were Joni Franklinand Sara Zafar (Franklin Law), Cathleen Gulledge (LawOffice of Cathleen Gulledge), Honorable FrancesscaMontes-Williams, Tyler Patterson (Patterson Legal),and Kimberly Bonifas (Morris Laing). KU alums KariSchmidt (Conlee Schmidt), Holly Dyer (Foulston Siefkin)and Marty Keenan (Grace Med) got together at theWine Dive. Honorable Richard Macias Mike Pepoon and Justin WaggonerJessica Suhr andMargaret LyonsFleeson Gooing Martin PringleKari Schmidt, Holly Dyerand Martin KeenanWBA members in Lawrencefor KBA Annual Awards

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NEW STUDENT MEMBERS:Washburn students, Michael Braun, Kiley Deain,Haylee Householter and Michael VanDeest.NEW MEMBERS:Katherine Davis, Washburn University.WBA MembersPlease send news, gossip, pictures, et cetra to Gabby atGabbyTattler@hotmail.com or you can also reach Gabby atthe WBA, 225 North Market, Suite 200, Wichita, Kansas67202 or by fax 316/263-0629.BAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 17Traveling attorneys...Jeff DeGraffenreid (Foulston Siefkin) hit the GlacierTrail in Wyoming. Marc Powell (Powell Law) embarkedon a Great Lake cruise. Sarah Balderas (Balderas Legal)played a few rounds of gold in Henderson and LasVegas, Nevada. Shannon and Blake Cooper (CooperLaw) ventured to Chicago for a softball road trip. WarriorLawyer Kurt Kerns (Ariango, Kerns, Mank & White) wasspotted in Honolulu, Hawaii. Roger McClellan (WildcatConstruction) opted to see the bigger apple in New YorkCity. Paula Langworthy (Langworthy Law) headednorth to Alaska. Jan Jarman (City of Wichita) attended asecret food tour in Chicago, Illinois. Christy Campbell(Franklin Law) took a train trip to Chicago, Illinois. SalIntagliata (Monnat & Spurrier) vacationed in the OuterBanks of North Carolina. Rebecca Henry (Olson Henry)snuck away for a quick weekend in Austin, Texas. JustinWaggoner (County Counselor) visited the Denver areafor a vacation. Scott Sanders (McDonald Tinker)experienced some pool time in Las Vegas, Nevada.Mark Sevart (Law Office of Mark Sevart) escaped theheat at Bay Lake, Minnesota. Ross Alexander (LawOffice of Ross Alexander) treated his wife to a romanticdinner in Las Vegas, Nevada. Blake Cooper (CooperLaw) and family headed to Hilton Head Island, SouthCarolina for some beach time. Michelle Moe Witte(Martin Pringle) headed to San Diego, California for herbeach time. Eric Hartenstein (Hartenstein Poor) flewacross the pond to Amsterdam, Netherlands. StacyOrtega (McDonald Tinker) spent her summer vacationin Seattle, Washington. Dustin DeVaughn (DeVaughnJames) spent some downtime in Colorado. John Rapp andretired policecaption Ken Atnip Cameron Michaud andMorris Laing Summer ClerksMorris Laing attorneys atDinosaurs Around the WorldMichael WhalenJackie WilliamsKurt Kerns Roger and Christi McClellan Sal and Stephanie Intagliata Ted and Rebecca HenryRoss and Paige Alexander Dustin and Susan DeVaughnSedgwick County Law CenterFor Lease 225 N. Market, Suite 100 & 300, Wichita KSAvailable SpaceSuite 300: 2984 SFSuite 100: 1750 SFLease Rate$15.00/SF, Full ServiceOffered exclusively by:Ryan Smith316-263-2215rsmith@weigandomega.comTenant ImprovementTenant Picks New Paint& Carpeting

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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISINGMonnat & Spurrier, Chartered - Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer -Interested in working at a firm that handles many high-profile criminaljury trials? Monnat & Spurrier, Chartered is seeking an associateattorney who will be involved in the frequent preparation and trial ofcriminal cases throughout the state and elsewhere. Salary iscommensurate with trial experience and abilities ($90,000 to $125,000).Apply by sending resume to dan.monnat@monnat.com.Job OpportunitiesTHE LAW OFFICE OF SEAN M. DWYER handles all types of employmentlitigation for plaintiffs and defendants, including discrimination, sexualharassment, wrongful termination matters, and federal employee civilservice or discrimination claims. Please call 316/689-4268.Referrals AcceptedSANTO LAW OFFICE, P.A. handles copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets,business/corporate law, and civil litigation. Please call 316/689-4245 orvisit www.santolaw.com for more information. Convenient east sidelocation.Office SpaceSHARED OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE at 2121 W. Maple; use of copymachine, internet and conference room. Davis & Jack, L.L.C. ContactKenneth Jack at 316/945-8521.Somers, Robb and Robb; Associate or immediate partnership possible!Unique opportunity in Newton, just north of Wichita, to join our twolawyer firm with a view toward assuming our clients and practice overtime. We think we have a lot to offer here! We focus on school law, estateplanning and administration, corporate formation and ongoing advice,some employment law, dispute resolution services and general businessand real estate representation and day to day advice. We’ll also offer lotsof flexibility to pursue other practice areas should you desire. We’re smalltown family friendly and committed to being a great place to be. $85,000to $125,000 depending upon experience. Send resume and cover letter toJoe Robb; joerobb@robblaw.comBAR-0-METER - AUG 2023 Page 18Assistant City Attorney/Prosecutor – City of Newton is looking for alicensed attorney with integrity, diligence, empathy, and strongcommunication skills to serve as our next Assistant City Attorney. Thisposition works closely with the City Attorney and stands in as legalcounsel in the City Attorney’s absence. This position also serves as theprimary prosecutor in Newton Municipal Court and supervises theVictim/Witness Coordinator and Prosecutor’s Clerk. City of Newton is a great place to work. You’ll build your career whileserving the community and the public good alongside other amazingpeople.We offer competitive wages, $500 sign-on bonus at hire and $500 afterfirst year, reimbursable moving expenses, longevity pay, 11 paidholidays a year, an outstanding medical, prescription & dental plan,KPERS retirement and deferred compensation plans. Apply today atwww.newtonkansas.com/jobs. The City of Wichita Department of Law is accepting applications for afull-time Municipal Court Prosecutor (Attorney I). Seeking a highlyqualified attorney for prosecution of traffic, criminal, domestic violenceand environmental/housing offenses. Graduation from an accreditedschool of law and admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of theState of Kansas required. Applicants who will sit for the July 2023 barexam will be considered. Offers of employment will be made contingentupon passing a pre-employment physical, which will include drugscreening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a policebackground check. Applications are to be submitted at:www.wichita.gov. Applications excepted until position filled. Initialreview of applications will occur on July 14, 2023. Salary Range: $54,655-$97,176 based on experience. EOE.Streamline your hiring process withthe Wichita Bar Association CareerCenter. Connect with top professionalsand get your jobs filled more quicklywith top legal talent.Sign Up Today

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