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2015 Midyear Meeting
Your Other Partner
Tuesday, Jan. 27 - Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa • Montego Bay, Jamaica
Inclusive
Meal and Beverage
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Dear PBA Members:
The Pennsylvania Bar Association Midyear Meeting will take place on Jan. 27–31, 2015 at the beautiful
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa in Montego Bay, Jamaica. Nestled between the scenic Jamaican mountains
and the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, this fabulous property is the perfect spot for you and your
family to get “All Right” in keeping with the island’s laid-back vibe.
Join with the PBA to experience the shimmering bays, white beaches, clear turquoise seas and balmy
breezes of the Caribbean, far from the winter cold. Your meeting registration fee features an inclusive meal
and beverage package that covers hotel accommodations, meeting registration, breakfast, lunch and
dinner daily.
The Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa is a deluxe oceanfront resort that offers guests the opportunity to enjoy
a half-mile pristine private beach, world-class snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing. The property also
boasts of having the Caribbean’s largest water park, Sugar Mill Falls, with 2,760 square feet of pools, cascading
waterfalls and a 280-foot thrill slide. Golfers can enjoy the challenge of Cinnamon Hill Ocean Course, an
18-hole, par-71 championship course, while tennis buffs have six lighted courts available for play. For total
relaxation, guests can experience revitalizing spa treatments with a Jamaican flair at Soothe Spa.
During your stay, the PBA will hold special Caribbean Night Welcome and
Farewell dinners on the property. We also will offer a variety of exciting tours and
excursions ranging from climbing cascading waterfalls at Dunn’s River Falls to
bobsledding Jamaican style at the Mystic Mountain Rain Forest.
Over the course of the meeting, we will offer lawyers the opportunity to
earn up to 9.5 hours of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, including 1.0
ethics hours and the always-interesting annual dialogue with members of the
Pennsylvania judiciary and legislature.
Make your plans now to join with the PBA at Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa in
Montego Bay, Jamaica, the island of happy days, vivid nights and dreams that
come true. We hope to see you there!
Sincerely,
Mike and Maryanne McDonald, Sharon and Frank O’Connor
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PBA President Francis X. O’Connor and Sharon O’Connor
2015 PBA Midyear Meeting Chairs Michael J. McDonald and Maryanne McDonald
CLE COURSES
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Hot Topics in Civil Litigation (301)
In this annual favorite, our distinguished panel will
bring you up-to-speed on the most significant
developments of the year in civil litigation.
Panelists:
Hon. Max Baer, Justice, Supreme Court of Pa.
Lisa M. Benzie, Esq., Navitsky Olson & Wisneski LLP
Scott B. Cooper, Esq., Schmidt Kramer PC
J. Paul Helvy, Esq., McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC
Andrew F. Susko, Esq., White and Williams LLP
Moderator:
John (Jack) P. Goodrich, Esq., Goodrich and Associates PC
2.0 Substantive CLE credit hours
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Ethically Speaking: Keeping Up With Social Media and
Other Technology Impacting Your Practice (302)
Get updated on recent ethics guidance addressing
a wide array of trending issues arising from the
increasing use of social media for communicating
with clients and prospects, advertising and as an
investigative tool. Practical guidance and software
suggestions will be offered on how to employ social
media ethically in discovery and lawyer advertising.
Panelists:
Sara A. Austin, Esq., Austin Law Firm LLC, PBA Vice President
Shelly R. Pagac, Esq., Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick &
Raspanti, LLP
Moderator:
Thomas G. Wilkinson, Jr., Esq., Cozen O’Connor
1.0 Ethics CLE credit hour
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The New PAR Residential Agreement of Sale:
Disclosures, Riders and Addenda (303)
The devil is in the details when it comes to
agreements of sale. What are the disclosures that
sellers must make and that buyers should expect?
What are the most critical riders and addenda? Pick
up plenty of practical tips for ensuring that the deal
goes through and that you get to closing without
major bumps in the road.
Speaker:
James L. Goldsmith, Esq., Caldwell & Kearns PC
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
The Impact of the 2013-14 Term of the Supreme Court of
the United States on Federal Practice and a Preview of
the Top Cases for 2014-15 (304)
Join us for a lively discussion of some of the most
interesting cases in the U.S. Supreme Court in the
past term and a look ahead at the fascinating issues
to be addressed by the Court in the coming year.
Panelists:
Hon. Theodore A. McKee, Chief Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for
the 3rd Circuit
Hon. Petrese B. Tucker, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for the
Eastern District of Pa.
Hon. Christopher C. Conner, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for
the Middle District of Pa.
Hon. Joy Flowers Conti, Chief Judge, U.S. District Court for the
Western District of Pa.
Nancy Conrad, Esq., White and Williams, LLP, Vice Chair, PBA
Federal Practice Committee
Kathryn Lease Simpson, Esq., Mette, Evans and Woodside
Moderator:
Hon. D. Michael Fisher, U.S. Court of Appeals, 3rd Circuit, Chair,
PBA Federal Practice Committee
1.5 Substantive CLE credit hours
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CLE COURSES
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
County Bar Executive Directors and County Bar Officers
Program – Open to all Midyear Meeting Attendees –
Organized Bar Roundtable
This moderated discussion will provide a great
opportunity for Bar leaders to share ideas, ask
questions and discover best practices on how the
organized Bar serves its members, the Court, the
profession and the public. A County Bar Executive
group luncheon will follow this session.
Does not qualify for CLE credit.
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
The Significance and Consequence of Responsive
Opinions (CLE 305)
A case’s journey though the appellate system often
involves concurring and dissenting opinions. In this
session, members of all levels of the Pennsylvania
court system will discuss the hows, whys, and
consequences of responsive opinions generally, and
their impact upon further appellate review and post
remand trial and appellate proceedings.
Panelists:
Hon. Stephen G. Baratta, President Judge, Northampton County
Court of Common Pleas
Hon. Kate Ford Elliott, Superior Court of Pa.
Hon. Dan Pellegrini, President Judge, Commonwealth Court of
Pa.
Hon. Thomas G. Saylor, Justice, Supreme Court of Pa.
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Dramatic New Changes to Pennsylvania’s Financial
Power of Attorney Laws: What Every Practitioner Needs
to Know (306)
Learn about significant changes to Pennsylvania’s
Power of Attorney law. We will discuss practical
considerations brought forth by the new law and
explore whether clients should be advised to update
their current documents. We also will consider the
options when counseling a client about appointing
an agent. Many of the law’s changes take effect on
Jan. 1, 2015.
Speaker:
Julieanne E. Steinbacher, Esq., Steinbacher & Stahl
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
Friday, Jan. 30, 2015
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Dialogue with the Courts & Legislature (307)
What are some of the most pressing issues facing
the Pennsylvania Supreme Court and Pennsylvania
legislature this year? You will have a great opportunity
to examine these critical issues when members of the
Supreme Court and the Pennsylvania legislature join
together to offer their insights and perspectives.
Moderator:
Francis X. O’Connor, PBA President
2.0 Substantive CLE credit hours
Moderator:
Hon. Max Baer, Justice, Supreme Court of Pa.
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
The Pennsylvania Bar Institute is approved by the Pennsylvania
Supreme Court Continuing Legal Education Board as an
accredited CLE provider. The PBA Midyear Meeting has been
approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education
Board for up to 9.5 CLE credits. To receive credits, you must
register and complete and submit the blue forms following the
program. CLE materials will be given to all attendees.
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Welcome
to the Hilton Rose Hall
Resort & Spa
The Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa stands above all others with its
deluxe oceanfront resort, which was once a legendary 18th-century
sugar plantation and continues to evoke the island’s historic charm
and hospitality. Indulge in cool ocean breezes, a private beach, the
Caribbean’s largest water park, a championship golf course and
signature body treatments by the seaside in Soothe Spa, providing
a haven for total relaxation. This all-inclusive resort offers luxurious
accommodations and breathtaking settings. Hotel check-in time is
4:00 p.m.; checkout time is 11:00 a.m. If you have an early arrival or late
departing flight, the hotel bellman can assist you with luggage storage
until check-in or the time of your airport departure.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
The PBA has reserved a block of guest
rooms during the conference dates. Anyone
attending the PBA Midyear Meeting must
book his or her guest room(s) through the
PBA on the attached registration form. The
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa’s guest rooms
feature an up-to-date polished style with a
distinctive Jamaican laid-back ambiance. Each
guest room features a modest design with
luxury materials such as Italian porcelain tiles,
rich chocolate woods and plush linens that
accent the clean, airy approach to provide a true
island haven. Each room offers a private patio or
balcony, pillow-top mattress, flat screen television
with satellite cable and movie channels, in-room
safe, coffee maker, ironing board, hairdryer, and
complimentary high-speed wireless internet
access. Local/long distance phone calls require
additional fees and are not included in the PBA
package.The hotel has a smoke-free policy. Go to
www.rosehallresort.com for more information on
guest-room accommodations.
BEACH
The private beach at the Hilton Rose Hall Resort
& Spa offers a half mile of pristine beach with
excellent snorkeling, windsurfing, kayaking and
sailing. Non-motorized water sports equipment,
including ocean kayaking and sunfish sailing, are
included in the PBA package. Motorized water
sports and equipment are available at additional
charges.
BUSINESS CENTER
Stay connected with the office or prepare for
presentations at Hilton Rose Hall’s Business
Center, which is furnished with up-to-the-minute
technology including computers, printers,
photocopiers and high-speed wireless internet
access.
CONCIERGE
The resort concierge is located in the hotel lobby
and can offer assistance with activities, hotel
facilities and local areas of interest.
DRESS CODE
The resort requires wearing a shirt or coverup over bathing suits while in the lobby and
restaurant areas. Resort casual for men (slacks
and golf shirts) is required when dining at Three
Palms and Luna Di Mare restaurants.
All PBA functions are casual dress (shorts and
T-shirts) for daytime and resort casual (slacks
and golf shirts) for evening events. Average daily
temperature in Jamaica in January is low 80
degrees. We recommend that you bring along
cotton garments (light colors), shorts and long
pants, tennis shoes, hat, swimsuit and sandals. A
light jacket may be needed in the evening and in
the hotel air-conditioning.
EAT & DRINK AT THE RESORT
The All-Inclusive Plan (AIP) covers all food
including three meals per day, plus poolside
dining and late-night snacks. Also included are
unlimited premium brand cocktails, draft and
bottled beers, house wines by the glass, frozen
cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. The following
restaurants are available for daily dining:
Three Palms
Creative cuisine with incredible views of the golf
course. An ideal setting for an intimate meal for
two or the entire family.
Luna Di Mare
This intimate setting features mouth-watering
northern Italian cuisine and an extensive wine
list.
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GOLF
Fresh Restaurant
Buffet-style dining and nightly entertainment,
featuring delicious breakfast and dinner buffets
in a laid-back setting and overlooking the resort’s
main pool.
Seaside Grill
Savory seaside dining and casual Jamaican menu
overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Famous for its jerk
chicken and pork.
Mangoes
Overlooking the Sugar Mill Falls Water Park, you
can delight in a lunch menu offering light bites,
salads and sandwiches.
The Cricket Club
The resort nightclub is the place to mingle,
dance or enjoy a refreshing cocktail. Nightly
entertainment includes a karaoke night.
Bar King Frog
A comfortable ambience combined with light
Caribbean breezes makes this a popular place to
hang out. Enjoy Jamaican cocktails, martinis or
your favorite beverage.
In-Room Dining
The resort offers a contemporary in-room
dining and hospitality-catering menu for your
convenience at an additional charge. In-room
dining is not included in the PBA package.
FITNESS CENTER
Outfitted with the latest generation of cardio
and strength training equipment, Hilton Fitness
takes a personalized approach to help you feel
your best during your stay. Also available are aqua
workouts, indoor cycle spinning, power-walk
courses, specialty fit classes and tennis programs.
Guests must be at least 18 years of age to use
the facilities. The fitness center is located on the
ground floor adjacent to the pool.
Spanning over 400 lush acres, the Cinnamon Hill
18-Hole Championship Golf Course is located on
the property of the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa.
Created with the resort player in mind, this course
features a stunning setting with an open, windswept front nine giving way to a tight, trap-filled
back nine bordered by dense foliage. The course
also includes chipping
greens, driving range
and a full-service retail
shop. There are also
private instruction and
group clinics available
but not included in
the PBA package price.
Rates for 18-holes
of golf are $149 per
person, including
greens fee, cart, range
use before play, caddie
and all taxes. Rates do
not include gratuity for
golf caddie. Cart and
caddy are mandatory
for play. To make advance golf tee-times at the
resort, call 1-876-953-2984 or 1-876-450-0735.
KIDZ KLUB
The Kidz Klub is a supervised daycare center
for children 4-12 years old. The service is
complimentary and features exciting activities
such as a Glass Bottom Boat Ride, Pirates Treasure
Hunt, Beach Shell Search and more. Indoor
activities include Nintendo games, Disney
movies and Kiddie Karaoke. An advance 24-hour
reservation is required. Evening activities are
also available and include various nightly events
such as Kidz Kampfire, which includes roasting
marshmallows on the beach, live Caribbean
music and nightly movies and magic shows.
RESORT ACTIVITIES
The resort’s recreational facilities include one of
the largest water parks in Jamaica; private stretch
of beach and oceanfront swimming pool with
deluxe cabanas; Kidz Klub with daily activities
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of services including facials, massages, body
masks and much more. Treatments are offered
for both men and women. Spa services are not
included in the PBA package. Booking your Spa
reservations in advance is highly recommended
and can be made by calling the Spa directly at
+1-866-953-4772. Please inform the booking
agent that you are with the PBA Midyear Meeting
for a 10% discount on treatments.
and entertaining;18-hole championship-level
golf course; six tennis courts; teen zone; and a
wide range of daily activities for all resort guests,
including reggae dance classes and line dancing,
beach volleyball, arts & crafts lessons and much
more. Live nightly entertainment and dance club
are also available.
SOOTHE SPA
A treatment at Soothe Spa is an incredible
way to begin or end your Caribbean getaway.
This splendid new spa offers an unparalleled
experience. All of the wellness treatments are
custom-designed with native elements from the
surrounding land and sea. You will find a variety
PBA EVENING FUNCTIONS
The PBA registration package includes the Welcome Dinner
on Tuesday evening and the Farewell Dinner on Friday night.
Tuesday’s “Welcome to Jamaica, Mon”
Relax, Mon, you have arrived in paradise! Our welcome event
will take place on the lush garden deck of the resort’s Sugar
Mill Falls water park. Unwind to the sounds of cascading
waterfalls and jammin’ reggae rhythms. Enjoy a Jamaicantheme buffet and tropical drinks with friends and colleagues
under a moonlit sky overlooking the tranquil Caribbean Sea.
Resort casual dress.
Friday’s Farewell Party
Jamaicans don’t say goodbye…they say “See ya lata, Mon!”
Savor your last evening in Jamaica on the pool deck of the
Hilton Resort and join our farewell celebration featuring
Caribbean cuisine, including popular jerk-spiced dishes.
Don’t forget to wear your dancing shoes and “stir it up” to the
sounds of one of the island’s top dance bands. Resort casual
dress.
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WATER PARK
Located at the resort, the Sugar Mill Falls Water
Park is Jamaica’s largest water park and features
a variety of activities, from a 280-foot water slide
to a lazy river. You can also lounge in one of three
terraced pools. Kids will thoroughly enjoy the
jungle garden, complete with a rope-and-wood
suspension bridge and faux rock formations.
TRAVEL TIPS
Jamaica is a safe island. However, no matter
where you’re traveling, it’s important to read the
news, stay safe, travel in groups when you are
unsure of where you’re going, and watch your
personal property at all times. Here are some tips
to make your Jamaican vacation safe and fun.
• Make sure you travel with a valid passport or
visa (if required). Also, bring another valid form
of photo I.D. and photocopies of both I.D.s in
case of loss or theft.
• Read up on local laws and practices before you
arrive.
• Give friends and family your contact
information and itineraries in case of
emergency.
• Keep luggage, handbags or backpacks in view
at all times.
• Keep possessions close to your body.
• Don’t carry large amounts of cash.
• Avoid wearing expensive jewelry on road trips
or excursions.
PBA-SPONSORED TOURS
Some tours require a mínimum number of
participants. PBA will contact you if the tour or
activity for which you have registered does not
have the necessary number of participants. THERE
WILL BE NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION FOR THESE
EVENTS. If you want to participate in a tour, please
register on the conference registration form. Early
registration will help to determine if we have the
minimum number of participants. Anyone under
18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
All tour times include roundtrip transportation.
Travel time to/from each excursion is included
in the tour time. Additional tours are available at
www.jamaicatoursltd.com
Catamaran Day Cruise
Come on board one of Jamaica’s finest
catamarans and sail the turquoise waters of the
Caribbean... a true snorkeler’s dream. Sail to some
of the island’s best swimming spots. Sunbathe
on the deck or take a dive and view Jamaica’s
beautiful underwater scenery. Your on-board
adventure will include Jamaican beer, sodas, rum
punch and fruit punch. Laze on the deck, dance
to the reggae beat or just hang out as you sail! A
day of fun in the sun awaits you.
Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Thursday: 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Price: $94 per person
Details: Participants should bring swimwear,
towel, suntan lotion/sunscreen, camera,
shopping money and wear comfortable clothing.
Not recommended for women in advanced
pregnancy. Tour includes round-trip transfer
to dock, 3 hours private sailing, 45 minutes
snorkeling (gear provided) and 40-minutes
stop at Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville to use the
waterslide and trampoline, open bar on-board
catamaran with tap beer, rum punch, rum and
vodka, juices, sodas, bottled water and music.
Catamaran Champagne Sunset Sail
The sunsets in Montego Bay are spectacular.
When the sun sinks down over water, the
reflection of its image on the shimmering ocean
is a mesmerizing sight. This tour is known for
its splendor and the magic that nature weaves
over the beautiful sights of the bay. While on a
gentle sunset cruise, passengers are often served
cocktails and can enjoy a Jamaican sunset in all of
its splendid brilliance.
Thursday: 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Price: $94 per person
Details: Participants should bring their cameras
and wear casual dress. Tour includes round-trip
transfer from hotel to dock, two-hour sail into the
sunset, open Jamaican bar including champagne
mimosa and taped music.
Croydon Plantation Tour with Lunch
Capture the spirit of Jamaica by visiting the
interior of the island for an exciting adventure
as you journey into the majestic mountainous
country where lush vegetation, wild flowers
and trickling waterfalls await you. This working
plantation, nestled in the foothills of the
Catadupa Mountains, provides a breathtaking
and panoramic view of the surrounding
countryside. This tour includes a delicious
barbecue lunch served with Jamaican Blue
Mountain Coffee, the world’s finest.
Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Price: $88 per person including lunch
Minimum: 10 people
Details: Participants should bring their cameras,
pocket money, sunhat and comfortable
walking shoes. Tour includes round-trip transfer
with guide on bus, lunch and guided tour of
plantation and barbecue chicken luncheon.
Dunn’s River Falls and Park Tour with
Lunch–Ocho Rios
Enjoy a scenic ride along the North Coast to
Ocho Rios while passing through Columbus Park
where Christopher Columbus first landed. Visit
the legendary Dunn’s River Falls. This sparkling
waterfall cascades 600 feet down tiers of smooth
staircase, which takes you to the beach and full
facilities. We invite you to climb the falls with
the aid of a local guide and take photos against
this majestic backdrop. Stop at Columbus Park
and enjoy a traditional Jamaican lunch before
returning to your hotel.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Price: $119 per person
Minimum: 10 people
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As you go through impressive fern, palm and
bamboo trees, your captain will detail the colorful
folklore of the region. You also will be given an
opportunity to sample a variety of delicious
Jamaican liqueurs at “the Greens.”
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Price: $75 per person
Minimum: 10 people
Details: Participants should bring water cameras,
swimwear, towel, water-shoes, suntan lotion/
sunscreen and should wear comfortable clothing.
Tour includes round-trip transfer with tour guide
on bus, entry to climb Dunn’s River Falls, lunch at
Columbus Park consisting of jerk chicken and jerk
pork menu, beer, soft drinks and bottled water.
Flight of the White Witch Zipline Tour
Mystic Mountain Rainforest Bobsled
Jamaica
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Price: $124 per person
Minimum: 6 people
Thursday: 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $120 per person
Minimum: 10 people
Details: The minimum age for this tour is 8 years
old, and the weight limit is 264 lbs. per person.
Pregnant women are not permitted, and tour is
not wheelchair accessible. Participants should
wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and bring
cash for souvenirs and photos. *Mosquito
repellant provided.
Details: This tour is for the adventurous traveler. If
you have a fear of heights, this tour is not for you.
Participants should bring their cameras, money
for souvenirs and wear comfortable shoes. The
tour includes round-trip transfer with tour guide
on bus, Sky Lift to and from the park, and one
ride on the bobsled.
Mountain Valley Rafting
Negril Beach & Sunset Tour
Come back to nature and experience it as it
should be. In the rolling hills that surround the
once thriving historic Rose Hall Estate lies yet
another intriguing Chukka Adventure. The Flight
of the White Witch Zipline Canopy tour offers
traverses that criss-cross through a densely
forested canyon from 1,200 ft. above sea level,
to “Annie’s Web,” a mesmerizing suspended
platform that overlooks the forest floor and out
to the distant Caribbean coastline. Adventure
includes seven horizontal traverses, two descents,
one inclined glide, thirteen platforms (including
two suspended in mid-air) and a flexible bridge
passing over steep inclines and trees with a view
of the ocean.
You will head for the interior of the island from
the Hilton, driving through panoramic valley
and mountain, on your way to the river’s edge
for a relaxing and peaceful raft ride. Your expert
Rafts-Captain will guide you lazily down the river
aboard your own personal bamboo raft.
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Details: Participants should bring their cameras,
sunhats, and wear comfortable clothing. Tour
includes round-trip transfer with tour guide
on bus, 75-minute bamboo river rafting with
experienced raft-captain and 30-minute liqueurtasting demonstration.
Mystic Mountain is situated on over 100 acres of
land containing a diverse ecosystem of natural
springs, tropical plants, trees and a variety of
birds. Mystic Mountain exemplifies the natural,
unspoiled beauty of Jamaica. The tours and rides
have been carefully designed for minimal impact
and the smallest possible physical footprint. The
park’s signature attraction, Rainforest Bobsled
Jamaica, features a 1,000m long gravity-drive
through the rainforest on custom-designed,
high-tech sleds. Accessible via the Sky Lift
Explorer, the Bobsled is a thrilling ride through
dense tropical landscapes and coastal features on
sleds that evoke Jamaica’s Olympic team.
Negril is a seductive corner of Jamaica where
time stands still and a laid-back attitude becomes
a way of life. Once a sleepy fishing village, Negril
has evolved into a destination with attractive
qualities including its own distinct, diverse terrain,
contrasting between the cliffs on the West End
and the golden sands of Long and Bloody Bay.
Negril has something to suit everyone’s needs —
relax on the beach, soak up the sun and enjoy a
sumptuous Jamaican lunch (not included). End
the day with a spectacular sunset at Rick’s Café
and watch cliff diving.
with him. Learn about his culture, his
passion, and the unique religion of
Rastafari that made him the man he
became. The tour ends with a visit to
Marley’s Mausoleum where he is now
entombed.
Wednesday:12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Price: $57 per person
Minimum:10 people
Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $109 per person
Minimum: 10 Persons
Details: Participants should bring swimwear, a
towel, suntan lotion/sunscreen, cameras, and
money for shopping and dining. Tour includes
round-trip transfer with tour guide on bus, beach,
and cliff diving and sunset watch at Rick’s Café.
Participants should bring walking
shoes, cameras and money for
shopping. Tour includes round-trip
transfer with tour guide on bus,
guided tour at Nine Miles and lunch
at Columbus Park. Lunch will include
jerk chicken and jerk pork on the
menu.
Rosehall Great House Tour
The Rosehall Great House has a story with all the
elements of an engaging novel. Built in 1770 by
John Palmer and his wife, it eventually became
the residence of their grandnephew, John Rose
Palmer. In 1820, Palmer married Annie, a beautiful,
but feisty English girl. Little did John know that
his young wife possessed “black magic” powers
that would eventually lead to his demise. During
her reign as mistress of the plantation, Annie did
away with two more husbands and countless
lovers. “The White Witch of Rosehall” has
fascinated generations and, still today, there are
those who claim to see Annie passing through
the Great House.
Wednesday: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Friday: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Price: $57 per person
Minimum: 6 people
Details: Participants should bring their cameras
and wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour
includes round-trip transfer and one-hour guided
Great House tour.
Spirit of Reggae (Bob Marley)/Nine Miles
Tour with Lunch
Enjoy a leisurely ride along Jamaica’s scenic
North Coast to Nine Miles. The legend of Bob
Marley comes alive as you walk through the
village of Nine Miles, which is his birthplace and
final resting spot. Feel the spirit of the King of
Reggae Music as you are guided through the
house where Marley lived as a young boy. Get
first-hand knowledge of the life and times of this
great musician, from the people who lived there
TOUR/ACTIVITY SCHEDULE
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Croydon Plantation Tour
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Catamaran Day Cruise
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015
8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Flight of White Witch Zipline
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Spirit of Reggae/Nine Miles
12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Negril Beach & Sunset Tour
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Rosehall Great House Tour
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 30, 2015
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Dunn’s River Falls and Park – Ocho Rios
Mystic Mountain Rainforest Bobsled Jamaica
Catamaran Day Cruise
Catamaran Champagne Sunset Sail
Mountain Valley Rafting
Dunn’s River Falls and Park – Ocho Rios
Mystic Mountain Rainforest Bobsled Jamaica
Rosehall Great House Tour
In addition to the above scheduled tours, the Jamaica Tours desk is located in the
hotel lobby. Individual tour excursions are available on a daily basis.
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TRAVEL
TRAVEL & TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE
Travel Insurance Select offers comprehensive coverage should
the unexpected occur. Plan options can safeguard you in the
event of trip cancellation, trip interruption/delay, job loss,
terrorism, medical evacuation, and baggage loss or delay. For
added peace of mind, see the “Cancel for Any Reason” option!
Visit www.travelinsure.com or call 800-937-1387 to speak to
an experienced agent who can answer any questions. Policy
terms may vary.
REQUIRED TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
U.S. citizens traveling between the U.S. and Jamaica, regardless
of age, will be required to show a valid passport.
GETTING THERE
To assure that you are able to travel at your preferred time on
your preferred airline, it is recommended that you secure your
airline reservations early. Please refer to your airline’s current
baggage requirements and baggage fees.You will fly into
Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay (MBJ), located
approximately 15 miles from the resort.
To obtain the best fares and travel arrangements, it is
recommended that you make your reservations early by
contacting your preferred travel agent or the airlines below.
US Airways: 1-800-428-4322 - www.usairways.com
American Airlines: 1-800-433-7300 - www.AA.com
United Airlines: 1-800-864-8331 - www.united.com
Delta Air Lines: 1-800-221-1212 – www.delta.com
AirTran: 1-800-247-8726 – www.airtran.com
ONCE YOU ARE THERE
Roundtrip Airport/Hotel Transportation
Roundtrip transportation between the airport and the hotel
is available through the PBA. The roundtrip per person
transfer fee includes airport meet-and-greet service as well as
porterage. Jamaica Tours Limited will provide uniformed staff
members to greet you just outside Customs with PBA signage.
You will then be escorted by the Red Cap Porters, who will
take your bags and guide you to your waiting air-conditioned
vehicles. Gratuity for the Red Cap Porters is included in the per
person transfer fee.
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OPTIONAL - Club MOBAY VIP Arrival & Departure Service at the
Sangster International Airport
Imagine being pampered the moment you step off the plane
right up until you are ready to board your return. Club MOBAY
will give you first-class service with its personalized meetand- greet services, fast- track access through security and
immigration and access to its departure lounge while waiting
for your flight to leave Jamaica. Club MOBAY, the brand new
cultural lounge located in the departure terminal at Sangster
International Airport in Montego Bay, provides the perfect
place for passengers to enjoy warm Jamaican hospitality until
the end of their stay.
Amenities for arrival and departure services include: meet-andgreet and fast-track service through security and immigration;
access to Club MOBAY Arrival and Departure Lounge including
complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage,
complimentary snacks, free unlimited WiFi, fully-equipped
business center, culturally-themed kid’s corner, express spa
treatments (additional fees apply) and shower facilities.
Arrival Service Cost: $50 per person; Departure Service Cost:
$30 per person
Arrival and Departure Bundle Cost: $80 per person
Club MOBAY is on a space-available basis. Reservations for
service should be made early. Club MOBAY prices do not
include airport transfer fees to/from resort. To make advanced
reservations online, go to www.vipattractions.com or call
1-876-619-1565.
Car Rental
PBA members are eligible for discounts with Avis, Hertz and
National Car Rental. Contact Avis at 800-331-1212 or www.
avis.com and use discount code AWD-A494900; contact Hertz
at 800-654-3131 or www.HERTZ.com and use discount code
CDP ID 79456; or contact National Car Rental at 1-800-CARRENT or www.nationalcar.com and use discount code 5239106.
Car rentals are available at the Sangster International Airport.
Payless Car rental is available in the resort’s hotel lobby.
Taxi Service
Taxi service is available to and from the airport and available 24
hours a day in front of the resort.
CELL PHONE USAGE/SERVICE IN JAMAICA
We encourage you to check with your cell phone provider on
coverage and international plans before you leave the U.S. so
you do not experience interruptions in your service. Roaming
and data charges are likely to apply while in Jamaica.
COST
Full Conference Package (Adult) –
Tuesday, Jan. 27 - Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015
$1,795 Per Room, Single Occupancy
$2,315 Per Room, Double Occupancy
Early Arrival Conference Package (Adult) –
Monday, Jan. 26 - Saturday, Jan. 31, 2015
$2,125 Per Room, Single Occupancy
$2,705 Per Room, Double Occupancy
YOU MUST REGISTER THROUGH THE PBA TO ATTEND ANY
MIDYEAR MEETING EVENTS.
The PBA package includes hotel accommodations; meeting
registration fee for one attorney; All-Inclusive Package (AIP)
providing breakfast, lunch and dinner daily; premium brand
liquors, beer, wine, non-alcoholic beverages; room taxes and
resort fees; roundtrip bellman fee; housekeeping gratuity;
Tuesday and Friday evening events. The following hotel
services are also included: Sugar Mill Falls Water Park; nonmotorized water sports equipment including ocean kayaking
and sunfish sailing; unlimited use of the resort’s health club
facility (does not include spa services); guest-room internet
access; beach lounge chairs and umbrellas; daily resort
activities.
The package does not include airfare, golf, tour excursions, CLE
fees and ground transfers.
There is an additional $200 surcharge if the registering attorney
is not a PBA member.
The double registration fee includes the PBA registration fee
for one attorney. If two attorneys are sharing a room and
both are registered to attend CLE, an additional $150 over the
double package rate will be charged.
You are encouraged to register early. In the past, PBA Midyear
Meetings have sold out.
Additional Person(s) Fee – Tuesday - Saturday Package: Each
guest room will accommodate up to four people maximum
with the existing bedding. Additional adult fees are incurred
for anyone 13 years of age and older over the double
occupancy price per room. The package fee includes hotel
accommodations, inclusive food and liquor beverage package
(18 years and older), all taxes, housekeeping gratuity, roundtrip
bellman fees, Tuesday’s Welcome Dinner and Friday’s Farewell
Dinner events.
Children’s package fees: Tuesday – Saturday Package: Price for
ages 13-17 Includes inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverage
package, Tuesday’s Welcome Dinner and Friday’s Farewell
Dinner events. There is no charge for children 12 and under.
$400 for each child (13-17 years old)
$NC – Ages 12 and under
LATE REGISTRATIONS
Registration deadline is close of business on Dec.17, 2014.
Registrations received after Dec. 17 will be accepted on a
space-available basis and may not qualify for PBA rates.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation date: By 5:00 p.m. on Dec. 17, 2014.
Any cancellations received after Dec. 17 will not receive
a refund. Early departures will not receive a refund. All
cancellations must be received in writing and postmarked or
fax-dated by the published cancellation date.
HOTEL CONTACT INFORMATION
Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa
Address: Rose Hall Main Road
Montego Bay, Jamaica, West Indies
Phone: 1-866-953-4772
Website: www.rosehallresort.com
The PBA would like to thank USI Affinity for its generous
support of the PBA and the Midyear Meeting.
$680 for one additional adult in room (18 years and older)
$1,360 for two additional adults in room (18 years and older)
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2015 PBA Midyear Meeting Registration Form
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Registration deadline is Dec. 17, 2014
Your Other Partner
Name (Please type or print)
First name or Nickname for Badge
Address
State
Home Phone #
Cell Phone #
Zip Code
FAX #
Name of Spouse/Guest
Supreme Court ID
E-mail
(Spouse/Guest name to appear on Badge)
Name(s) of Additional Person(s) and Age(s) of Child(ren)
REGISTRATION FEES
Full Conference Package: Tuesday - Saturday (1/27-1/31)
The PBA package includes hotel accommodations;
meeting registration fee for one attorney; All-Inclusive
Package (AIP) providing breakfast, lunch and dinner
daily; premium brand liquors, beer, wine, non-alcoholic
beverages; room taxes and resort fees; roundtrip
bellman fee; housekeeping gratuity; Tuesday and Friday
evening events. The following hotel services are also
included: Sugar Mill Falls Water Park; non-motorized
water sports equipment including ocean kayaking and
sunfish sailing; unlimited use of the resort’s health
club facility (does not include spa services); guest room
internet access; beach lounge chairs and umbrellas;
daily resort activities. The package does not include
airfare, in-room dining service, golf, tour
excursions, CLE fees and ground transfers.
$1,795 single or $2,315 per couple There is an additional charge for a third or fourth adult
in the room which includes the All-Inclusive Package
(AIP) as outlined above. Please see pricing below. The
maximum number of people per room is four.
Additional person prices include both the Tuesday
and Friday evening events (see pricing at right).
Additional attorneys staying in the same room must pay
a $150 registration fee to participate in PBA events.
Please call the PBA Meetings Department at 800-9320311 ext. 2234 or 2225 for other package options,
questions or assistance.
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$680 for 1 additional adult in room; $1,360 for 2 additional adults in room $________
$400 each for children ages 13-17
$________
No charge for children 12 and under
$N/C
Optional Extended Package: Monday – Saturday (1/26-1/31)
$2,125 single or $2,705 per couple $________
$780 for 1 additional adult in room; $1,560 for 2 additional adults in room $________
$500 each for children ages 13-17
$________
No charge for children 12 and under
$N/C
Non-Member Surcharge: $200
$________
Second/Third/Fourth Attorney Fee: $150 each
$________
I prefer a
King
double/double
(Please note room requests cannot be guaranteed.)
Balance Forward$_________
CLE REGISTRATION
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Please register me for the following CLE Courses (see
brochure for descriptions)
Please indicate the total number of tickets required for each activity. See pages 9- 11 for descriptions of tours.
Prices quoted are for adults and children.
Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015
Catamaran Day Cruise
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. @ $94.00 per person
Thursday 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. @ $94.00 per person
#_______ $_______
#_______$_______
Catamaran Champagne Sunset Sail (evening)
Thursday 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. @ $94.00 per person
#_______$_______
Croydon Plantation Tour with Lunch
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. @ $88.00 per person
#_______$_______
Dunn’s River Falls and Park Tour with Lunch- Ocho Rios
Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. @ $119.00 per person
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. @ $119.00 per person
#_______ $_______
#_______$_______
Flight of the White Witch Zipline Tour
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. @ $124.00 per person
#_______$_______
Mountain Valley Rafting
Friday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. @ $75.00 per person
#_______$_______
Mystic Mountain Rainforest Bobsled Jamaica
Thursday 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. @ $120.00 per person
Friday 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. @ $120.00 per person
#_______
#_______
$_______
$_______
Negril Beach & Sunset Tour
Wednesday 12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. @ $57.00 per person
#_______
$_______
Rosehall Great House Tour
Wednesday 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. @ $57.00 per person
Friday 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. @ $57.00 per person
#_______
#_______
$_______
$_______
Spirit of Reggae (Bob Marley)/Nine Miles Tour with Lunch
Wednesday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. @ $109.00 per person
#_______
$_______
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Hot Topics in Civil Litigation (301)
8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
2.0 Substantive CLE credit hours
Cost: $50
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Ethically Speaking: Keeping up with Social
Media and Other Technology Impacting your
Practice (302)
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
1.0 Ethics CLE credit hour
Cost: $25
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The New PAR Residential Agreement of Sale:
Disclosures, Riders and Addenda (303)
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
Cost: $25
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2015
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The Impact of the 2013-14 Term of the
Supreme Court of the United States on Federal
Practice and a Preview of the Top Cases for 2014-15
(304)
8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
1.5 Substantive CLE credit hours
Cost: $35
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County Bar Program
TRAVEL
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
No CLE/No Cost
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The Significance and Consequence of
Responsive Opinions (305)
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
Cost: $25
Please complete this section if you plan to participate in the round-trip transportation between the airport
and hotel. If anyone in your party is arriving on a different flight, please communicate that information to
the PBA Meetings Department.
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Yes, I would like round-trip group airport transportation between the Sangster International Airport in
Montego Bay (MBJ) and the Hilton Rose Hall Resort & Spa (includes roundtrip baggage handling). There is
no charge for children 2 years old and under providing they sit on parent’s lap during transfer.
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Dramatic New Changes to Pennsylvania’s
Financial Power of Attorney Laws: What Every
Practitioner Needs to Know (306)
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
1.0 Substantive CLE credit hour
Cost: $25
___ # of persons @ $42 each $________
Arrival: Airline___________________ Flight #__________ Time__________
Departure:Airline___________________ Flight #___________ Time__________
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I plan to rent a car or take a taxi. I will not need transfers between airport and hotel.
TOTAL Fees Due...................................................................................................$ __________
Friday, Jan. 30, 2015
(Represents the total amount due including the Midyear Meeting Registration fees, CLE fees,
optional activities fees and airport transfers.)
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Dialogue with the Courts & Legislature (307)
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My check, payable to PBA, is enclosed.
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
2.0 Substantive CLE credit hours
Cost: $50
TOTAL CLE Fees Charge my  AMEX 
MasterCard VISA 
Discover
Acct# :___________________________________________ Exp._______________
$_________
Please complete and return registration form to:
PBA Meetings Department
P.O. Box 186, Harrisburg, PA 17108-0186
or fax credit card registration to 717-213-2507
For more information, call 1-800-932-0311, ext. 2234
or ext. 2225
Signature_________________________________________ Date_______________
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 5:00 p.m. on Dec. 17, 2014. Registrations received after Dec. 17 will
be accepted on a space-available basis and may not qualify for the PBA rates. An additional
$50 administration fee will apply.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received after 5:00 p.m. on Dec. 17, 2014 will not receive a refund.
Early departures will not receive a refund. All cancellations must be received in writing and postmarked or
fax-dated by the published cancellation date.
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