The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

This is an opportunity for professionals to hear from attorneys that have been knee deep in various aspects of remote litigation to hear what they have learned about the process, and how to best prepare.  Be ready! (June 30, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion is part 2 of the 2020 Bench Meets Bar, and is an opportunity for bankruptcy professionals to hear from the Massachusetts Bankruptcy Judges and bankruptcy practitioners about legal issues that have arisen in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. (June 25, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

In this discussion, panelists, all experts in voting rights, explore the danger to voting rights that now exists and will likely continue to exist during the coronavirus pandemic, both locally and across the country, and how we might go about protecting our voting rights through the November elections in 2020.  (June 24, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at a...

A panel of international arbitration experts discuss the state of international arbitration in the time of COVID-19. (June 24, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion provides insight into the types of issues and questions leasing attorneys have been dealing with during the COVID-19 pandemic, and also how commercial landlords and tenants are preparing for re-occupancy and looking ahead in a post-COVID world. (June 22, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Experts discuss the recent Supreme Judicial Court decision, Shak v. Shak. Learn how a decision in favor of First Amendment Rights, which invalidated a non-disparaging order, will impact what divorcing parents can say about the other parent, and how this First Amendment right to free speech will impact the children. (June 19, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson...

An expert panel discusses hot topics in health data privacy during the current pandemic, with a focus on how to protect the privacy of health data of COVID-19 patients from collection to commercialization. (June 18, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This training is intended to provide a basic overview of the public charge rule to allow practitioners to be able to spot potential areas of concern for their clients. (June 18, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Our annual BLS Year in Review provides practitioners an opportunity to hear the justices of the BLS discuss significant updates and trends in the session. (June 17, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion provides a comprehensive update of what has changed with the fall 2020 bar exam, and what might still change in light of COVID-19. (June 12, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion provides an overview of the federal estate tax return (Form 706) and the Massachusetts estate tax return (Form M-706), which are used to report and pay tax on bequests and lifetime gifts and are an integral part of estate planning and administration. (June 17, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

In-house and law firm trademark experts to discuss strategies for global trademark searching and clearance. (June 17, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

A lively discussion of the recent employment decisions from the Supreme Judicial Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.  (June 16, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion includes: The process for dividing retirement accounts, including when to use QDRO’s and Letters of Instruction. Contempt actions and the process for enforcing the terms of the Judgment of Divorce including when an award of attorney’s fees is appropriate. Modification actions and the process for modifying the terms of the Judgment of Divorce Nisi. (June 16, 2020) Questions? Inquiri...

This program discusses the SJC's Brangan decision and how it has changed practice in the trial courts. (June 15, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion focuses on recent Delaware case law of critical importance to M&A practitioners, addressing the scope of director and officer fiduciary duties and potential liability risks as well as interplay with shareholder books and records demands. (June 12, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Experts collectively share their expertise on how to address legal, evidentiary, and procedural issues arising in their cases, along with the importance of preparing and submitting forensic evaluations on behalf of clients. (June 11, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Hear the latest developments directly from the Commissioner and other officials of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, as well as from experienced practitioners. (June 11, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion addresses an insurer’s perspective, strategy and best practices for when and how to provide information to insurers. (June 11, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

A discussion on the challenges of remote work, collaboration between in house and law firm attorneys, marketing your expertise, virtual networking, business development tips and other ways to navigate this new world. (June 11, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Panelists discuss heightened threats to trade secrets as a result of COVID-19; what constitutes “reasonable measures” to protect trade secrets in this new environment; enforcing non-competes during times of high unemployment; preparing for and pursuing trade secret litigation while courts are largely shut down; and succeeding in a post-pandemic world. (June 10, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about pro...

An annual discussion not to be missed, the Trusts & Estates Mid-Year Review covers recent federal and state case law, legislation and tax law matters. (June 8, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

United States Trustee William Harrington and Chapter 7 Trustees Jonathan Goldsmith and Donald Lassman discuss the ins and outs of effectively representing your client during telephonic 341 meetings. (June 4, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion covers important aspects of making the best record possible for appeal, how to pursue an interlocutory appeal, petitions for relief under G.L. c. 211, s. 3, and important steps to take after a trial loss to perfect an appeal. (June 3, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion by the European IP firm Carpmaels & Ransford provides an update on how the transfer of the right to claim priority is currently treated in Europe, including a discussion of the EPO’s recent CRISPR decision and its wider ramifications.  Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org