msba.org website introduction
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A walkthrough of the new navigation features at msba.orgTRANSCRIPT
Your Roadmap to the New www.msba.org
How is the new site ?
• Using results from a survey that was twice sent electronically to all MSBA members, it is designed with the user in mind.– Navigation directly reflects the needs of MSBA Members– Better organization of content– Elimination of over 4000 old pages – Improved search features– Designed with future in mind– Uses responsive design which means the site will automatically
adjust to the type of device where it is being viewed– Opportunity to get better reports about how members use the
site so we can provide better service and information to members
Getting Started When you first come to the site, you need to “re” Activate your account to access
member only information and resources.
1. Click on
Lost Password/Activate Account 2. At the next screen, enter your member ID or the
email we currently have on file. 3. Hit Submit.
4. You will receive an email to the address we have on file. Click on the link and you will be able to reset your password.
5. You will then be able to login with your Member ID or Email and your new password.
NOTE: If you do not know your ID, please contact the MSBA (410-685-7878 or 800-492-1964) Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 5 pm and request your Member ID. Remember that you can use the email that you have on file.
Scrolling screens will provide opportunity to include more information on home page
Quick access to login and member directory
Navigation – At the top of most pagesQuick Navigation to most visited areas
of website
Quick Navigation to most visited areas
of website
Include MSBA CLE and ALL MSBA events including Section and Committee Meetings/Events in chronological order
Click on View Calendar for more details and dates
News from MSBA and other Resources.Communications Department will update regularly to keep members up to date
Site Map www.msba.org/sitemapSitemap link at the bottom of every page
Calendar – Grid and List Views
Can search entire calendar or filter for specific events
Clicking on the event will bring up more information
Member Benefits and Services for MSBA Members
Application for Courtroom Badges
• Information packets on topics such as Starting a Practice, Closing a Practice, Document Retention and 10 other topics
• Articles on Practice Management and Technology• All Techsites from Tech Tips E-newsletter
Under Member Groups, you will :Find a list of and link to all Committees and Sections Sites Find a complete list of all Section and Committee Email Discussion ListsFind a list of all local and specialty bar email discussion lists managed by the MSBABe able to join a Section
Online catalog for MSBA CLE Programs and Publications
Under Publications, you will find:Online versions of the Bar Bulletin, Bar Journal (member access
only), Bar Brief, and Annual Report.Information on the Maryland Lawyer’s ManualLinks to MSBA CLE Publications and CatalogueMulti-media which includes videos , photos and webinars
Under Become a Member, you will:Find information about the various types of MSBA membersBe able to join both the MSBA and SectionsFind detailed information for newly admitted lawyers
Under Legal Resources, you will:Find Links to courts, government agencies, legal service agencies and other legal related web links.Find links the MSBA Legal Law Jobs.Find links to vendors who offer services to the Maryland legal market.Find the application for Maryland Courtroom BadgesFind the Maryland Bar FoundationFind information on all Maryland local and specialty bars Find a link to the MSBA on-line member directoryFind information on the MSBA Lawyer Assistance Program
Under For the Public, you will:Find information on legal
resources for the public.Find contact information for local
bar lawyer referral programs.Find information for both
members and the public on Legal Information Brochures.
Find another link to the online MSBA member directory.
Find information about resolving a fee dispute.
Find Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) and Answers for many questions.
Under About Us, you will:Find Contact information for all staff by name and responsibility.Find links to all MSBA social media outlets.Find information on the MSBA Executive Committee and Board of Governors.Find links to the searchable MSBA calendar.Find information on MSBA breaking news.Find information on advertising with the MSBA.Find directions to all MSBA approved restaurants.Find Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) and Answers for many questions.
• If you have any comments or problems, please send an email to [email protected] or contact Pat Yevics at 410-685-7878 or 800-492-1964, ext 3039.