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2008 Annual Meeting 
(Wednesday, October 22, 2008 -Sunday, October 26, 2008)
New Orleans, LA

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Sheraton New Orleans


Seminar Description

DEAR COLLEAGUE: Join us in a city world renowned for its charm and hospitality for DRI’s 2008 Annual Meeting—“Spice Up Your Practice in the Big Easy”—October 22•26, 2008 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel in the beautiful Crescent City. French and Spanish influences make New Orleans uniquely unforgettable. Enjoy spicy Creole and Cajun cuisine, its famous jazz and blues, incredible architecture, and fascinating tales of French Quarter heroes and heroines. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a city full of life, attend stellar education programs and visit with friends and colleagues, new and old.

Register on or before September 24, 2008 and save $100 off the registration fee of $795 for members and $895 for non-members.



Seminar Notes
Refund and Cancellation Policy: The registration fee is fully refundable for cancellations received on or before August 24th. Cancellations received between August 25th and September 24th will receive a refund, less a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after September 24th. All cancellations and requests for refunds must be made in writing. Substitutions may be made at anytime without charge. All refunds will be processed and mailed within four weeks after the conclusion of the Annual Meeting.

Save $100 when you register before September 24! Registration fee includes: Admission to all non-ticketed events; Comprehensive CD-ROM containing speaker and session information will be sent in advance if registered by September 24; Continental breakfast each morning; Refreshment breaks; Admission to all CLE programs; Opportunity to purchase tickets to the Award's Luncheon and President's Gala. To ensure your name is listed on the advance registration list distributed at the Annual Meeting, DRI must receive your registration on or before September 24, 2008. Registration received after September 24 will be processed on-site.

Increase your networking opportunities by spending time with other attendees and exhibitors also staying at the hotel. DRI has secured a limited number of rooms at discounted group rates at the Sheraton New Orleans, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130. Please make your room reservations directly with the hotel at 504.525.2500, and be sure to mention the DRI 2008 Annual Meeting to be eligible for the special rates: Standard Room $219 single/double or Club Level Room $249 single/double. Rooms are limited and available on a firstcome, first-served basis. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, September 24, 2008, to guarantee these special rates. After September 24th or sooner if room block capacity is reached, the DRI rate will not be guaranteed and may no longer be available. All reservations require a credit card guarantee or a deposit of the first night’s room and tax. This deposit is non-refundable if canceled within 48 hours of the arrival date.

DRI is pleased to announce that discounted meeting fares are available on various major air carriers for DRI’s Annual Meeting attendees. To receive these discounts, please contact Hobson Travel Ltd, DRI’s official travel provider, at 800.538.7464. As always, to confirm the lowest available fares, early booking is recommended.

PLEASE NOTE: Anyone participating in the DRI 5K "Fun-raiser" Run/Walk on Saturday, October 25 must sign and return to DRI the completed "Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Rights" form. CLICK HERE to view/download the Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Rights form for the DRI 5K "Fun-raiser" Run/Walk.




Online registration is only available to members (login now). Non-members may register by calling DRI at 312.795.1101 or download the brochure below and fax in the registration with credit card information. Payment by check must be mailed.
Annual Meeting BrochureClick to download the Brochure


Pricing
Corporate Members$695.00
Law Student Member$0.00
Member$695.00
Non Member$795.00
Sponsorships$695.00
Young Lawyer Cert$0.00
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