Frequently Asked Questions
About Foundation Programs
Q - How can I get a comprehensive brochure on a conference with more detailed
information on topics and speakers?
E-Mail the Foundation
with the name of the course, and we will E-Mail a PDF version of the
brochure to you.
Q - Is the Rocky Mountain Mineral Law Foundation a
for-profit company?
No. The Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation, with over
130 Trustees representing law schools, bar associations, and industry organizations.
Q - Are discounted hotel rates available for your
conferences?
We always negotiate substantial discounts with the conference
hotel. Our comprehensive brochure will give you complete information on room rates.
Q - Do you have any arrangements for discounted airfares?
Discounts of 5% to 15% are offered by
both United and Continental Airlines to conference attendees. For complete
information and fares, you or your travel agent can contact United at
800-521-4041 (reference Meeting ID 515GE) or Continental at 800-468-7022
(reference Z Code ZRJJ; Agreement Code VRJ2QT).
Q - I can't attend your program, but I need the
information being offered. How can I get it?
For our two-day and three-day Special Institutes, the looseleaf course
manual and unedited audiotapes of the entire conference are available for purchase.
Audiotapes and course materials are not available from our Short Courses. For the Annual
Institute, the hardbound edited Proceedings may be purchased approximately six months
after the conference. Contact Janet Thurman at the Foundation's office.
Q - Can I audiotape your program for a friend?
We do not allow taping by individuals, except by pre-approved
arrangement. However, audiotapes are available to conference attendees at a discounted
rate.
Q - What methods can I use to pay for conference
registrations?
Payment may be made in U.S. funds by credit card (VISA,
MasterCard, or American Express), check drawn on a U.S. bank, international money order,
bank draft, or electronic transfer. For credit card orders, please fax us (303-321-7657) a
registration form with your credit card type, number, expiration date, name on card, and a
signature. For an electronic transfer, please contact the
Foundation.
Q - Can I register for a conference over the telephone, by
fax, by E-Mail, or online?
Because we require prepayment (or a purchase order from
government entities), you may mail in your completed registration form with payment, or
fax (303-321-7657) your registration form if paying by credit card (VISA,
MasterCard, or American Express). You also can register online at
www.rmmlf.org.
Q - Do you offer any discounts on registration fees for
your conferences?
Foundation members receive discounts (with special discounts
for senior members and law school members). Federal, state, and local government
personnel, as well as members of Indian tribes and non-profit organizations, receive discounts. Full-time students may
register at substantially reduced rates.
Q - If I have to cancel my registration, do I receive a
refund?
Refunds, less an administrative fee, are given for
cancellations received by a specific date set forth in the Institute newsletter. No
refunds are given after this date, but you may substitute someone in your place at any
time. Registrants who do not receive a refund will automatically be sent a set of the
written conference materials.
Q - Are your conferences tax deductible?
Education expenses, including registration fees and travel
costs, are deductible if they improve or maintain professional skills. Treasury Regulation
Section 1.162-5.
Q - Are your conferences accredited for continuing legal
education credits?
Foundation conferences are preapproved for continuing legal
education credit in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Indiana,
Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico,
New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Upon request, we will
apply for credit with any and all other states.
Q - Are your conferences accredited by any non-legal
professional organizations?
All Foundation conferences are accredited by the American
Association of Professional Landmen. In addition, state accountancy boards,
the National Association of Division Order Analysts, the National
Association of Lease & Title Analysts, State Boards of Real
Estate, and other professional
organizations accredit Foundation conferences. We are happy to help
attendees fill out any paperwork required to have our conferences
accredited by any organizations.
Q - What do I do if I have special needs addressed by the
Americans With Disabilities Act?
Contact the Foundation as soon as possible. We will make all
possible efforts to ensure your needs are addressed.
Q - Do you pay your speakers an honorarium?
All speakers volunteer their time and efforts to the
Foundation. No honoraria are paid, although expenses may be reimbursed if requested.
Q - I would like to speak at one of your conferences. Who
do I contact?
Send a letter to David P. Phillips, the Foundation's
Executive Director, along with a résumé and your area of expertise.
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