The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

A panel of experts address questions concerning how they protect the interests of incapacitated persons in the roles of trustee, guardian, conservator, health care proxy and attorney-in-fact. In addition, they will discuss the interplay of these roles and best practices for drafting to minimize the risk of litigation or exploitation. (June 2, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Con...

In this discussion individuals will learn about the laws creating and regulating the competitive energy supply market for individual residential consumers and the current controversies balancing the benefits of competition against the potential for harm to residential consumers. (June 1, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This introductory session and Q&A focuses on the most common visas used by foreign nationals for business travel and employment in the U.S., as well as common categories of employment-based Lawful Permanent Residence sponsorship. (May 29, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

This informational discussion will provide law students with an unparalleled opportunity to learn more about the On Campus Interview (“OCI”) process from the perspective of a recruiter, law firm partner, and law student. (May 28, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion provides information on Telehealth, starting with a discussion of Medicare coverage, waivers and policies. (May 28, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

As both state and local governments begin loosening the stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders that prevented workers from returning to work, employers are starting to focus on what the “new normal” looks like in their respective workplaces. Experts discuss the issues facing employers.  Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Experienced litigators and expert discuss best practices and tips for identifying expert witnesses and working together to prepare testimony for court proceedings. (May 27, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Panelists will discuss recent guidance issued by the IRS and Department of Labor with respect to retirement plans and health and welfare arrangements in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. (May 27, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

Diversity, equity & inclusion officers from across the legal profession discuss how organizations have tackled inclusion in remote work environments, and what lessons we might carry forward when things start to transition back to "normalcy.” (May 26, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion will provide the attendees with an introduction to several important construction and engineering law-related topics. (May 22, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Listen in as a diverse panel of speakers including partner level attorneys, an editor of Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly and a member of the professional development team at a large law firm speak to the opportunities available for new lawyers and their own experiences expanding their impact in the legal community. (May 21, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at a...

This discussion is an opportunity for bankruptcy professionals to hear from the Massachusetts Bankruptcy Judges about the Bankruptcy Court’s operations since the COVID-19 pandemic and how practitioners are adapting. (May 20, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

The co-chairs of the Committee discuss their recently published Ethics Committee Advisory, which addresses new challenges for attorneys and the practice of law on a range of matters brought on by the COVID-19 Pandemic. (May 20, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org  

There is heightened concern for our clients facing sentencing or in the prison system who are particularly vulnerable given the institutional obstacles to social distancing and lack of PPE. Tune into this discussion to hear from the U.S. Attorney's Office, Federal Defenders Office and defense attorneys who are in the midst of advocating for their clients. (May 19, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about...

Panelists discuss the essential provisions for all Separation Agreements related to: alimony, custody/parenting plans, child support, the division of the marital estate, health insurance, income taxes, and life insurance, as well as the key provisions related to the enforcement and modification of a Separation Agreement. (May 19, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Joh...

Experts provide an overview of the changes proposed to the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges.  The webinar will give participants an overview of the MSGP including the scope of facilities subject to the MSGP, a summary of the proposed changes in the draft 2020 MSGP including sampling requirements and benchmark modifications, and the general permit's impl...

A new emergency law, Section 16 of Chapter 53 of the Acts of 2020, gives Massachusetts nonprofits temporary additional flexibility in holding board and members’ meetings and taking other governance actions during the COVID-19 crisis. Learn about these new options, find out what steps are required to take advantage of them and participate in a practical discussion on remote meetings, member proxies...

This is a crash course in the fundamental procedures and common practices utilized to handle criminal cases in the District and Municipal Courts of Massachusetts that can help defense attorneys and prosecutors effectively advocate. (May 15, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion offers in-depth training about veterans who have mental health conditions related to their service. A former Army psychiatrist with expertise in forensic evaluations and a psychologist with expertise in veterans and trauma disorders will present basic information about mental health disorders and how they are treated, how the military addresses mental health, best practices for wor...

An effective class action attorney knows the differences between state and federal class actions and may use those differences to advance a client’s position. This discussion highlights those differences for actions filed in Massachusetts state versus federal court. (May 14, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Clair Pagnano and Jon-Luc Dupuy, partners from K&L Gates highlight the issues related to money market funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. (May 13, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

This discussion features a panel of top-notch litigators who have recent experience conducting remote proceedings in a COVID-19 world.  The panelists provide tips and suggestions for handling remote discovery, mediations, and oral arguments. (May 13, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Massachusetts Superior Court judges and business litigation practitioners discuss the status of the Superior Courts and the challenges of conducting civil business during the coronavirus crisis and going forward as restrictions are relaxed. (May 12, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Relationship building is the foundation of all business development, and in this webinar, we discuss how relationship building can advance your career and why relationship building can be hard for new associates. (May 12, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Speakers will discuss an overview of practicing tax law in four different contexts: private practice (i.e., law firm or solo), Big Four” accounting, CFO/in house tax counsel, and IRS/government practice. (May 8, 2020) Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org