| MCLE Credit: | 2.0 (Ethics: 0.0) |
| Live-Interactive Credit: | 0.0 |
| Designation Credit: | 2.0 Trial Practice/Litigation |
| Price: | $149 (Includes a downloadable audio version.) |
| Viewable Through: | 12/31/2027 |
$149.00 (or 2 Bundle Credits)
A pre-recorded streaming VIDEO replay of the December 2024 webcast, Nuts and Bolts of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a cornerstone of transparency, ensuring public access to government records at all levels in Virginia. This seminar provides a comprehensive review of the Act, including the latest updates effective July 1, 2024. Viewers gain a deep understanding of what constitutes a public record, the statutory exemptions, and the rights and responsibilities under FOIA.
Charles “Chuck” Slemp, Troutman Pepper / Richmond
Chuck Slemp currently advises clients on a wide range of complex issues that frequently involve government actions, including investigations, inquiries, regulatory matters, and litigation. With a distinguished background in the law and public service, he served as chief deputy attorney general of Virginia before joining the firm. In addition to overseeing the Department of Law and Division of Debt Collection, he managed a team of attorneys who handle complex litigation and investigations. He also directed the attorney general’s legislative affairs and represented the attorney general in various capacities.
As an elected official, Mr. Slemp served six years as the commonwealth’s attorney of Wise County and the city of Norton in Virginia. His work included leading the largest prosecutor’s office in southwestern Virginia, coordinating complex multijurisdictional law-enforcement operations, and serving as the victim witness services director. In addition to prosecuting serious and violent crimes, he drafted legislation, advocated before the General Assembly, crafted programs to promote economic development and public safety, strengthened policies to protect seniors from elder abuse, and addressed the opioid addiction crisis affecting central Appalachia.
Mr. Slemp also served in a quasi-judicial capacity as commissioner of accounts and general receiver, responsible for Virginia’s probate court and the supervision of various fiduciaries admitted to qualify before the circuit court. As the official responsible for the settlement of fiduciary accounts, he conducted hearings to make determinations on a wide range of issues, including the sufficiency of fiduciary bonds, creditors’ claims, and disputes involving estate administration. Before this appointment, he operated his own general practice law firm, where his areas of focus included wills and estate planning law, juvenile advocacy, and criminal defense in state and federal courts. He also served as town attorney for the town of Pennington Gap, providing advice to the town council and officials, drafting ordinances, and handling employment matters.
Eric A. Gregory, Hefty Wiley & Gore / Richmond
Eric Gregory is a partner with the firm of Hefty Wiley & Gore. He previously served as county attorney for the Counties of King George and Powhatan. Prior to entering local government, he served as an Assistant Attorney General in the Commonwealth’s Office of the Attorney General from 2004 to 2011, ultimately serving on the Attorney General’s senior staff. He also served on the Virginia Freedom of Information Act Advisory Council from 2010–2011.
Prior to entering public service, Mr. Gregory practiced law for a private firm in Richmond, focusing on civil litigation. He provides comprehensive legal services to the firm’s local government and other clients, including services related to land use and zoning, contracts and procurement, human resources and employment, legislation and public policy, real estate transactions, compliance with the Virginia Freedom of Information Act, and other areas.
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