The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

Learn how to grow your practice by representing indigent parents and children for the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) Children and Family Law (CAFL) Division panels. (May 18, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Listen to our discussion with international experts and practitioners in their view of the historical challenges of the ICC, the recent election of the new prosecutor and hopes for the future of the organization.  (May 6, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This session features Tavon Robinson, an “offender” who went through the D. Mass. restorative justice program after being convicted on a federal drug charge, and his attorney, Jessica Hedges.  (April 26, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program provides updates for employers and immigration practitioners on timely business immigration topics.  (April, 23 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Our panel of firm associates provide the most up to date tips and tricks for how to succeed in your first years of practice--whether you will be returning to work full time, working from home indefinitely, and everything in between.  (April 21, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org    

A training for attorneys interested in attending USCIS interviews with applicants seeking a waiver of the English and civics requirements for naturalization.  (April 15, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

You will hear from leaders in environmental organizations about various volunteer and public service opportunities and learn about how these organizations have managed to pivot during the pandemic.  (April 14, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

In this program, we focuses on ways to sustain staff, especially at this time, with practical tips along with time to interact with one another. We explore strategies and best practices to minimize the impact of VT/STS both personally and professionally.  (April 13, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion focuses on a strategic question in every discharge upgrade case: how to address a veteran client's post-service conduct in a petition to the military review boards, particularly in light of the new Wilkie Memorandum guidance to the boards.  (April 12, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

The Taxes for Tax-Exempt Organizations program covers unrelated business income tax (UBIT); Massachusetts-specific taxes; IRS intermediate sanctions rules and excise taxes; and executive compensation excise taxes.  (April 9, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This session features Cristina Rodrigues, a staff attorney in the Public Defender Division of the Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS), and Ziyad Hopkins, a staff attorney in CPCS’s Youth Advocacy Division.  (April 6, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program explores key trends we are likely to see in the law office, on trials and courts, ADR and depositions, and the lasting impact of remote on the law firm and legal proceedings.  (March 30, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program is designed as an introduction for attorneys interested in exploring bankruptcy as an area of practice, as well as those practicing in other areas where bankruptcy issues may arise.  (March 26, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program discusses the issues that arise with impaired colleagues.  You will hear from an experienced clinician about warning signs and steps to take when helping a person in distress.  (March 24, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

The second session of a multi-part program is designed for anyone interested in learning more about restorative justice. This session features Kim Odom, co-pastor at True Vine Church in Boston and BEC, Equity & Inclusion Unit Coordinator at The City of Boston.  (March 19, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

The discussion reviews the types of evidentiary motions that a new lawyer can expect in District Court, and the burden requirements, how to proceed/respond and how lawyers can expect a motions hearing to unfold.  (March 19, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program provides a lecture on First Amendment law, giving an overview of how it works and its scope of protection.  (March 12, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program endeavors to demystify the barriers to a successful career in public service while providing an opportunity for panelists and attendees to share what they have learned, how their careers have changed over time, and how far we must go on the path to equity and justice through public service.  (March 9, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at a...

The program includes how to fill out the insurance application, who's covered at your firm, how much coverage you need, how high risk your practice area is for suits, and how to address cyber threats to your client and employee data.  (March 8, 2021)      Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Topics include questions for your client before you begin, preventing 112 issues and strategies for broadening protection.  (March 5, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

The first session features Susan Maze-Rothstein, Co-Director, Center for Restorative Justice at Suffolk University, and Janet Connors, a nationally renowned restorative justice practitioner. They discuss the nuts and bolts and benefits of restorative justice and current practices in Massachusetts.  (February 24, 2021)      Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at aj...

This program provides an overview of the role played by conveyancing attorneys and paralegals, the Registries of Deeds and the Land Court in processing property transfers, financings, subdivisions, and various other real estate records.  (February 26, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program provides insight into potential changes to immigration law under the new United States Congress and presidential administration.  (February 22, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

A panel of experienced practitioners discuss their experiences taking and defending depositions and will share valuable insight into preparing for depositions, effectively questioning deponents and objecting while defending a deposition.  (February 19, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This program features a panel discussion addressing the new Massachusetts law that enables survivors of human trafficking to vacate certain Massachusetts criminal convictions related to their trafficking.  (February 18, 2021)     Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org