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BBA WEEK - September 25, 2006 |
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BBA Leadership
Appreciation Reception |
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At the BBA’s recent leadership appreciation reception: John A. Fiske, Co-Chair of the Family Law Section, talks with the Hon. Christopher J. Armstrong, Co-Chair of the Administration of Justice Section.
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| Monday,
September 25, 2006 |
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| 12:00p |
Leasing Committee - at DLA Piper US LLP; RSVP
Tour the Arch Tower
The Leasing Committee is kicking off its new year with an opportunity to view the inner workings of the newest office tower in Boston. Lunch will be provided at the DLA Piper offices, followed by a tour of the building led by Dean Stratouly, President of The Congress Group, with Bridget Jourgensen, Project Manager of 33 Arch Tower, and Dave Williams, Chief Engineer. |
| 12:30p |
Wetlands, Waterways & Water Quality Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Update on Coastal Hazard Commission
Julia Knisel and Mary-Lee King of Coastal Zone Management will describe the recent work of the Coastal Hazard Commission to review coastal hazards practices and policies, identify information gaps and draft possible recommendations for administrative, regulatory and statutory changes. |
| Tuesday,
September 26, 2006
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| 12:00p |
BBF Board of Trustees - at BBA |
| 12:15p |
Tax-Exempt Organizations Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Pension Act I: Charitable Giving Incentives and Reforms
Martin Hall, a partner at Ropes & Gray LLP, will address the
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numerous provisions of the Pension Act of 2006 that affect charitable giving. Provisions include: The limited IRA charitable rollover, S corporation gifts, new rules on gifts of tangible personal property, conservation easements, split interest trust reporting, and gift recordkeeping requirements. |
| 12:30p |
Hazardous & Solid Waste Committee - at BBA; RSVP
MassDevelopment "Early Transfer" Project
Panelists will discuss the recently completed "early transfer" of contaminated property at Fort Devens in Ayer, MA, from the US Army to MassDevelopment for use by Bristol-Myers Squibb. Panelists will include: Bryan Olson, Chief, Federal Facilities Superfund Office at EPA New England; Ginny Lombardo, Federal Facilities Project Manager at EPA New England; Jill Metcalf, Office of Regional Counsel at EPA New England; David S. Knisely, Special Counsel for MassDevelopment; and
Lee Smith, In-house Counsel for MassDevelopment, in charge of Fort Devens. |
| 12:30p |
Foreign Lawyers Committee, International Transactions Committee and Bankruptcy Young Lawyers Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Foreign Companies Entering the U.S. Market
Harald Horgen, CEO of York Group International, will discuss some of the key business issues facing foreign companies that are planning to enter the U.S. market. |
| 4:00p |
Criminal Law Section - at BBA; RSVP
7th Annual Bench Bar Conference & Reception
Join a cutting edge and entertaining discussion on current topics of interest in criminal law. The panel will be comprised of Judges from the Federal and Massachusetts State Court. |
| 4:30p |
Executive Committee - at BBA |
| Wednesday,
September 27,
2006 |
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| 12:30p |
ERISA Committee and Health Law Section - at BBA; RSVP
ERISA Preemption and the Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act (Ch. 58 of the Acts of 2006)
Diane M. Soubly, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will examine the
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requirements of the new Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act in light of the impact of ERISA's preemption requirements and how these provisions would fare if challenged. The Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act radically changes the way that health care is regulated in the Commonwealth, and it imposes a series of new requirements on employers relating to the group health insurance coverage. These requirements include a "fair share contribution" mandate, a "free rider" surcharge, a Code Section 125 cafeteria, non-discrimination rules for insured plans, and a host of new reporting and disclosure rules, among others. |
| Thursday, September 28,
2006 |
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| 12:00p |
Construction Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Alan M. Reisch of Goulston & Storrs and Jeff Kadragich of Marsh will discuss owner controlled and contractor controlled insurance programs. |
| 12:30p |
Investment Companies & Advisers Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Program Year Kick Off
We are currently seeking topics and suggested presenters for our brown bag lunches and CLE program and would appreciate your input. If you are unable to attend this meeting, you are always welcome to email the committee co-chairs, David Fietze at dfietze@cgmstaff.com or Dina Clements at Dina.Clements@fmr.com. |
| 12:30p |
Corporate Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Director Duties and Challenges for 2007
C. Russel Hansen, Jr. of Preti Flaherty Beliveau & Pachios LLP, President and CEO of the National Association of Corporate Directors, will lead a discussion on what directors should expect in the upcoming year, including: Statutory and case law developments in director duties, and challenges arising from recent SEC promulgations and shareholder activism. |
| 3:00p |
Energy & Telecommunications Law Committee and Federal Communications Bar Association - at Nixon Peabody LLP, 100 Summer Street, 25th Floor, Boston; RSVP
Understanding the Net Neutrality Debate
Panelists will include policy, legal, and industry experts
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representing some of the various positions on the effect of proposals to offer premium access to the Internet, and whether legislation or federal intervention is needed to keep the Net "neutral." Panelists include Kristin Smith, a senior aide for U.S. Senator Olympia Snowe (ME) who has filed net neutrality legislation; Richard Whitt, principal for NetsEdge Consulting (formerly V.P. Federal Law and Policy for MCI) who represents Google; Paul Vasington, Director of State Public Policy for Verizon; and William Wilhelm, a partner at the law firm of Bingham McCutchen LLP. The moderated panel discussion will be followed by an opportunity for questions, and refreshments. The cost of this event is $15 for FCBA and BBA members, $25 for non-members, and free for government employees. Please RSVP to Douglas Denny-Brown, co-chair, FCBA, at dougdb@rnktel.com, or 781-613-6103. |
| 4:30p |
New Lawyers Section and Tort Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Jury Selection Process
Please join us for a panel discussion on the jury selection process. The distinguished panel will include: Honorable Peter W. Agnes, Jr. of the Superior Court; Edward T. Hinchey of Sloane and Walsh LLP; Edwin L. Wallace of Thornton and Naumes, LLP; and Tanya Oldenhoff of Sloane and Walsh LLP (moderator).
Panelists will discuss the basics of jury selection and the jury voir dire process from the perspectives of the bench, the defense bar, and the plaintiff bar. The discussion will be followed by a cocktail reception. |
| 5:30p |
Consumer Bankruptcy Committee - at Parker & Associates, Winchester MA; RSVP
Kick Off and Wrap Session
Join us for wine and cheese to discuss the recent activity in consumer bankruptcy law and to suggest future meeting topics. This get-together will also be an excellent opportunity for attorneys to exchange ideas and practical tips, including: What should be discussed during the initial information call, what information to request from clients and when to do so, what to charge for your services, and what types of issues and challenges are being presented under BAPCPA. The goal is to provide a relaxed forum for consumer practitioners to discuss current issues. |
| Friday,
September 29,
2006 |
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| 12:00p |
Arts, Entertainment & Sports Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Collaborating with Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts of Massachusetts, Inc. (VLA)
Brenda M. Ulrich, Assistant Director, Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts of Massachusetts, Inc. (VLA) and Peter J. Caruso II, a partner at Caruso & Caruso, LLP will discuss services offered by the VLA as well as upcoming events and opportunities to support the VLA. |
| 12:00p |
Trusts & Estates Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
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