Announcing the AAJ Annual Convention App.

Now have all the information in the daily schedule of the printed program book at your fingertips. Use the convention app to check the schedule, reference a list of exhibitors, get the latest updates and network with other convention attendees. This is a web-based app, so it will work for iPhones, Droids and Blackberries. See below for specific instructions for your device.

For iPhone users use this link : www.p3vents.com/aaj
To download it to your home screen:
• In Safari on your iPhone, open the website you want to save.
• Then, tap the"+" or the arrow (depending on your iPhone version) button at the bottom of the screen. A number of buttons will be displayed.
• Tap "Add to Home Screen". And give it a short name (that you'll see on the Home screen). Finally, tap the Add button (in the upper-right of the screen).
• A thumbnail icon representing the website is created on your home screen.
• Now, whenever you want open that website, you can quickly get to it from your home screen

For Droid users use this link: www.p3vents.com/aaj
To download it to your home screen:
• Touch and hold a vacant spot on the home screen or press the plus (+) button at the bottom of the screen.
• Touch Shortcut from the pop-up Menu
• Touch the desired shortcut to place on the home screen.
• The icon should be added to the home screen

If you have difficulty with the above, you can also simply bookmark the site for easy reference.

For Blackberry users use this link: www.p3vents.com/aaj/bb
• Click on the link above
• Click on the menu key (next to the trackball)
• Select “Create Bookmark”
• Then anytime you open your web browser, the app will be bookmarked and easily accessible.

Please contact us at convention@justice.org should you encounter any issues.

Justice for All…When You Book in the Block

If you are thinking about attending the AAJ 2011 Annual Convention, make your housing reservations today. The hotel reservation cutoff date is June 10.

To make traveling to New York easier and more affordable, the American Association for Justice has teamed up with onPeak, our official housing partner, to provide specially-priced travel options.

The official hotels of the AAJ 2011 Convention are:
Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers*
Hilton New York

Our hand-picked hotels are perfectly located and available at rates lower than you can find elsewhere during conference dates. To see which properties are available, visit the Reservation Web site and book your favorite hotel today (no upfront charges).

By staying at an official AAJ convention hotel, you help us secure perks from the hotels that are then passed directly to attendees. This also helps AAJ negotiate better cost savings with the hotels for future conventions. The opportunity to network with other attendees who are staying in the official hotels is another perk and will enhance your convention experience. If you have feedback or questions about housing, contact us at convention@justice.org.

Save $50! Register now for the AAJ 2011 Annual Convention

*Please note: The Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers is offering complimentary High Speed Internet Access in all of the guestrooms for AAJ Attendees.

Get AAJ Updates and Network BEFORE getting to New York!

Join the New Online Social Networking Tool

AAJ has begun an online social networking tool. Use this tool to see who else is attending the convention, meet attendees who share your interests and practice areas, and connect with others before you even step foot in New York. The success of this tool is dependent on your participation, sign up today at http://2011justiceannualconvention.crowdvine.com/ or click on the attendee networking tab on the convention website.

Signing up is easy and you’ll receive important schedule updates, speaker announcements and helpful hints on making your time in New York a success! You can even give feedback to featured speakers on issues you’d like them to address during sessions or meetings.

Please contact us with any questions and we look forward to seeing you in New York.

_ Colleen Phalen, AAJ Director Meetings and Conventions

PAC Town Hall Speaker Announced

AAJ PAC Town Hall Luncheon
Please join AAJ PAC for a complimentary luncheon with invited speaker, CNN political analyst, Paul Begala. Begala served as counselor to President Clinton in the White House and has helped direct the political strategy of numerous campaigns.

A complimentary boxed lunch will be provided for the first 300 guests. This event is open to all registered convention attendees. Attendees must display their convention credentials for admittance. Tickets are not required.

Closing Event Announced!!!

On July 13 from 9 pm–12 am, the AAJ 2011 Annual Convention will be putting the final touches on its New York celebration in style at the grand venue Edison Ballroom. Come enjoy an evening networking with all the new colleagues you’ve met at the convention, dance to New York City’s electrifying band Kinky Spigots and the Welders, and lift your champagne and martini glasses to toast the successful completion of the AAJ 2011 New York City Annual Convention.

Edison Ballroom’s unique Art Deco setting has a long history of hosting famous entertainers such as Bob Dylan, Branford Marsalis, Count Basie, Jon Bon Jovi, and Tony Bennett, to name a few. It was also once the setting of famous bands and sing­ers from the Swing Era before converting to the theatre that produced 5,959 performances of “Oh! Calcutta!”

Step right off the neon-lit sidewalk of West 47th Street in Times Square and experience an evening filled with glamour and style. It will be a story worth telling your friends about.

This event is black tie optional

_ Colleen Phalen Director Meetings and Conventions

Welcome

When you come to New York City for the 2011 Annual Convention, you’ll no doubt catch a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty. The American icon has been greeting millions of travelers for decades and represents freedom, liberty, enlightenment, and justice, as well as the principle that everyone deserves fair and equal treatment.

What a perfect back drop for AAJ’s Annual Convention - A meeting of thousands of attendees seeking better ways to fight for justice

Check this space for updates on the convention and highlights that will help you plan your stay in New York!