TBA’s Group Health Insurance, provided by BlueCross BlueShield, offers guaranteed issue coverage, with no health questions and no pre-existing condition exclusions, at a significant savings. Here is what TBA member Gail Vaughn Ashworth says about the program: “When the TBA started TBA Member Insurance Solutions (TBAMS) with group health insurance coverage in 2020, our small firm immediately priced it against our longstanding group health insurance plan and compared the benefits in both plans. We were very pleased and surprised that by switching to the TBA group health plan we saved over $30,000 the first year and we had great group health insurance benefits. That is a huge savings, which we have taken advantage of each year since the beginning of the program — not only for the continued cost savings but for the great plan benefits. The TBAMS staff is very helpful, and the transition was very smooth. Renewing every year is also seamless. I recommend using the online quote tool on the TBA website or calling TBAMS at 800-347-1109 to find out how you can take advantage of this great member benefit. We all have TBA Past- President Sarah Sheppeard to thank for getting this wonderful health insurance benefit in place.” Don’t lose out on your savings! Open enrollment runs through Dec. 15.

Time to update and check-in on the digital YOU. If you moved, have a new photo, or need to change your practice areas or profile — now is the time to update. You also can customize your contact information with TBA’s address preferences, which means you can choose different addresses for your directory listing, where you receive mail and where you receive membership and billing notices. Your TBA profile helps clients and colleagues find you so be sure to keep it current. Watch this tutorial on how to update your information. Looking for a fellow TBA member? Search our online directory.

TBA Talk is an online discussion forum where members can post questions, request referrals, share knowledge, ask procedural questions and more. The platform offers many of the same benefits of the now-replaced TBALink-Talk list serve, plus additional features for accessing posts online and conducting searches of past questions and responses. TBA Talk is free to all members. Learn more and sign up online.

The TBA offers a member advantage relationship with SoFi, one of the largest providers of student, home and personal loans. Members seeking to consolidate and refinance student loans can save thousands of dollars thanks to SoFi’s flexible terms, low rates and no fees. TBA members also will receive an exclusive rate discount! Don't have student loans? SoFi can help you reach your financial goals with other solutions, including mortgages and personal loans. Get started today at SoFi.com/TBA.

Do you use PCLaw or Time Matters, or know someone who does? If so, you might know that older versions of these services are losing support, and aging servers are getting expensive to maintain. Now would be the perfect time to consider moving to cloud-based legal software. But switching software is no small feat; that’s why TBA member benefit provider Clio has an exclusive offer to make it easier. For a limited time, PCLaw and Time Matters users get three months free of Clio. This complimentary period, along with free data migrations and onboarding support, will set firms up for success. Already a Clio customer? Refer a friend and get a $500 gift card! Terms and conditions apply.

Bar Buzz is back with a new episode featuring Sheree Wright, TBA's new executive director. BarBuzz is a monthly show from the TBA Podcast Network that recaps legal happenings from across Tennessee, upcoming events at the bar, attorney shout outs and more. Check out the August episode and discover past shows in the Bar Buzz archive.

Registration is now open for the TBA’s 37th Annual CLE Ski set for Jan. 20-25, 2024, in Snowmass, Colorado. The CLE package offers 15 hours of credit in a variety of practice areas while allowing time to enjoy the beautiful slopes and one of Colorado's premier ski resorts. Participants will stay at The Stonebridge Inn, located in the heart of Snowmass Village just 10 miles from Aspen and central to four remarkable ski areas: Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, Aspen Mountain and Buttermilk. An opening reception on Jan. 20 will kick off this year's program. Reserve your spot now or learn more in the online CLE course catalog.

The Tennessee Bar Association Academy offers an exciting opportunity for a limited number of Tennessee attorneys to be admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court. The 2023 admission ceremony will take place Dec. 5 at the court in Washington, D.C. In addition to taking part in the private ceremony, participants will be invited to a TBA President's Reception and a special celebration dinner, and will receive three hours of prepaid credits to use for future CLE programming. The group will stay at the Hay Adams Hotel, where a block of rooms has been reserved at the discounted rate of $359 a night. The cost to register is $725 for TBA members and $300 for their guests. Those interested in participating should complete this online form by Aug. 7. Applicants will be considered on a first-come basis and will be contacted to confirm their interest and complete the application process.

Registration is now open for the TBA’s 37th Annual CLE Ski set for Jan. 20-25, 2024, in Snowmass, Colorado. The CLE package offers 15 hours of credit in a variety of practice areas while allowing time to enjoy the beautiful slopes and one of Colorado's premier ski resorts. Participants will stay at The Stonebridge Inn, located in the heart of Snowmass Village just 10 miles from Aspen and central to four remarkable ski areas: Snowmass, Aspen Highlands, Aspen Mountain and Buttermilk. An opening reception on Jan. 20 will kick off this year's program. Reserve your spot now or learn more in the online CLE course catalog.

The Tennessee Bar Association invites you to join an exclusive Law & Culture in Ireland CLE program in May 2024. A four night trip to Dublin and a six night trip to Dublin and Belfast are available. In conjunction with CLEAbroad, travelers will engage with local experts, academics, officials and change makers who will offer in-depth commentary on the EU and UK legal-political systems, economics, environmental justice, history and religion. In Dublin, the group also will explore ancient castles, visit landmarks, museums and notable legal institutions, and sample local cuisine. In Belfast, travelers will learn about the region's unique political history, Good Friday Agreement, ongoing reconciliation efforts and peace process. Add on trips to the West Coast and Cliffs of Moher also are available. Sign up here to receive registration information and updates about the trip.