The Kansas Paralegal Association is hosting a CLE Lunch-N-Learn through Zoom on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm CST.
TOPIC OVERVIEW: Our guest speaker, Holly A. Dyer, Partner with Foulston Siefkin, LLP will be presenting on the topic: "Bar"-Benheimer! A Bright Pink Nuclear Explosion of Ethical Do's, Don'ts, and Lessons Learned
LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OVERVIEW:
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SPEAKER BIO:
Holly Dyer practices in the areas of commercial, complex, and general litigation. Her litigation experience includes multiple jury trials and administrative proceedings involving a wide array of subjects including trade secrets, tortious interference, commercial transactions, breach of contract, noncompete agreements, attorney ethics, consumer protection, and employment matters. She is a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers and a member of the American Law Institute. Holly has also been selected for inclusion in the Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers® list and The Best Lawyers in America® for her work in the areas of commercial litigation and professional malpractice law. Benchmark Litigation has named Holly a Kansas “Litigation Star” since 2013 and one of the Top 250 Women in Litigation in the United States in 2013, 2016, and 2017.
Holly has served as President of the Wichita Bar Association and is a member of the Wichita Bar Association’s Ethics and Grievance Committee. She also serves on the firm’s Ethics Committee and is a member of the Sedona Conference Working Groups 1 (ESI) and 12 (Trade Secrets), and the Defense Research Institute (DRI).
Remote attendance only!
Please register no later than August 18, 2025
1 hour of CLE credit through the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) is approved for this session.
***You will be sent the Zoom meeting ID and password information upon successful registration for the event. ***
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact KPA Education Director, Linda Jorgenson, CRP at educationdirector@ksparalegals.org
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, August 23, 2025, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
This is an excellent opportunity to stay informed about association developments and contribute to our ongoing initiatives by sharing your insights.
Please RSVP by Friday, August 22, 2025 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
The Kansas Paralegal Association is hosting a CLE Lunch-N-Learn through Zoom on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm CST.
TOPIC OVERVIEW: Our guest speaker, Jenny Walters with Clinkscales Elder Law Practice will be presenting on the topic: Medicaid, Medicare, Lions and Tigers and Bears; How Do I Pay for Care?
Jenny Walters has been with Clinkscales Elder Law Practice since graduating from Washburn Law School in 2009. She wanted to find a career in the area she calls home, as she attended college at Fort Hays State University and attended high school in nearby Stockton. With her over 15 years of Medicaid planning experience, Jenny focuses on helping those dealing with chronic illnesses like dementia plan for the future, whether that be a goal of staying at home or moving to long term care without going broke. As a former farm kid, she especially enjoys helping those with family farms protect their legacy.
Jenny has served as President of the Kansas Chapter of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys and continues to be active in that organization of like-minded attorneys. She enjoys giving presentations to the public about estate planning and long-term care in addition to providing education to long term care facility employees and administrators.
Jenny has the horse-bug just like her mom did, and loves being involved in 4-H, the county fair, going to horse shows with her two children, and working cattle with her family. Her family also includes a husband, mini-golden doodle dog, farm cats, chickens and guineas who serve as inspiration for her office newsletter and email stories.
Please register no later than September 15, 2025
The Kansas Paralegal Association is hosting a CLE Lunch-N-Learn through Zoom on Wednesday, October 8, from 12:00pm to 1:00pm CST.
TOPIC OVERVIEW: Our guest speaker, Dawn E. Kuhlman, MA, Executive Director with M.A.R.C.H. Inc. (Mediation Achieving Results for Children) will be presenting on the topic: Speaking the Language: Trauma Informed Techniques for Non-Defensive Communication.
In this session we will explore trauma and discuss how it impacts the brain and body. Secondary or vicarious trauma is a particular risk in the helping profession; hence, we will also examine the concept of resiliency and self-care. Lastly, we will discuss emotion regulation tools to help yourself and others have productive conversations.
Dawn E. Kuhlman, MA became the Executive Director of M.A.R.C.H. Inc. (Mediation Achieving Results for Children) in the fall of 2019. M.A.R.C.H. is a state-wide nonprofit that provides free supervised visitation, mediation and legal services to eligible families in Missouri. www.marchmediation.org
Dawn is a respected pioneer in the mediation field and loves to create, challenge, and share ideas. She is the creator of a Trauma Informed Mediation Model and has been engaged in dialogue with mediators internationally regarding the concept of Trauma Informed Mediation. Dawn’s TEDx Talk on Trauma Informed Mediation has been recognized and placed on the TED website at
She holds a Masters (MA) in Clinical Psychology from the University of Dayton and a Bachelor of Science Degree (BS) in Psychology from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. Dawn is both a Missouri and a Kansas Supreme Court Approved Mediator.
Dawn has trained thousands for over 20 years on various topics such as forgiveness, mediation, negotiation, personality type, domestic violence, non-defensive communication, trauma, conflict coaching, emotional intelligence, mindfulness, high conflict personalities and so much more.
Please register no later than October 6, 2025
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
Please RSVP by Friday, October 17, 2025 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
Please RSVP by Friday, December 12, 2025 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
Please RSVP by Friday, February 20, 2026 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
Please RSVP by Friday, April 3, 2026 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
The KPA welcomes all members to attend our upcoming Board of Directors meeting, scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, starting at 9:00AM. The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom and your presence would be greatly valued.
Please RSVP by Friday, June 12, 2026 to receive the Zoom link and Meeting Agenda.
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Kansas Paralegal Association is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. PO Box 1902, Topeka, KS 66601
