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Professor Longan holds the William Augustus Bootle Chair in Ethics and Professionalism at Mercer University’s Walter F. George School of Law and is the Director of the Mercer Center for Legal Ethics and Professionalism. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago Law School and came to Mercer in 2000, after practicing law for seven years in Dallas and teaching at Stetson University College of Law for nine years. Professor Longan teaches legal ethics and professionalism at Mercer and serves as a member of the Georgia Chief Justice’s Commission on Professionalism. Professor Longan was the recipient of the 2005 National Award for Excellence and Innovation in Teaching Professionalism, which was presented by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Professionalism, the Conference of Chief Justices, and the Burge Endowment for Legal Ethics.

5:30 PM–7:30 PM Welcome Reception

Sponsored by Butler, Wooten, & Fryhofer, LLP

Welcome to the 2013 Annual Convention! Relax and enjoy a cocktail in style on the beautiful terrace at the Loews. All attendees welcome.

9 PM Late Night Party Hosted by the New Lawyers Division

Join us later at Steamhouse Lounge where the New Lawyers Division is hosting the ultimate late night party. It’s only two blocks from the hotel with open bar and tons of tasty treats. Want to join the Host Committee? Contact Sheila Thomsen for more details at 404.522.8487 x24.

This year, we have much to celebrate! Come and raise a glass as President Jay Sadd passes the torch to President-elect Buck Rogers. Tickets are $175 per person and include all the food and drink you can handle while getting down with the soulful sounds of Party Nation! Make sure your firm is listed as a Gold, Silver or Bronze sponsor – contact Sheila Thomsen for more details at 404.522.8487 x24 or select a level on your registration form located in the back of the Annual Convention Brochure.