| Monday, November 24, 2008 |
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| 12:00p |
Antitrust Committee - at BBA; RSVP
The DOJ's Single Firm Conduct Report
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Jane E. Willis |
Jane E. Willis, a partner at Ropes & Gray LLP, will discuss the Department of Justice, Antitrust Division's Report entitled “Competition and Monopoly: Single Firm Conduct under Section 2 of the Sherman Act” issued in September 2008. The DOJ's Report has resulted in vigorous debate in the antitrust community about the evolution of the standards for enforcement and liability under Section 2 of the Sherman Act. In addition, the DOJ's Report raises an interesting perspective on the importance of international convergence on such anti-monopoly standards. |
| 12:00p |
Real Estate Legislation and Public Policy Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Open Brown Bag Lunch – Legislative Initiatives
The Real Estate Legislation and Public Policy Committee will be continuing its discussion of bills previously sponsored by the BBA, including the pending Homestead legislation, a bill concerning the determination of Condominium Common Area Interests, and a bill legitimizing certain non-conforming structures, and to determine which of these may be re-filed in the coming legislative session. Copies of these bills are available in advance by contacting Maria Fernandes at the BBA or either co-chairman of the Committee. We will also discuss potential policy initiatives and coordination with the Governor’s zoning reform task force. |
| Tuesday, November 25, 2008 |
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| 8:30a |
Education Committee - at BBA |
| 12:00p |
Construction Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
AIA v. ConsensusDOCS
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Deborah Griffin |
Deborah Griffin of Holland & Knight LLP will discuss the difference between the various surety bond forms published in the initial offering of the ConsensusDOCS and the surety bond forms published by the AIA. She will also review some criteria for choosing between the two sets of forms. |
| 12:00p |
Fee Dispute Committee - at BBA |
| 12:30p |
Foreign Lawyers Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Getting Legal Work in Boston – Part 2
This month’s program features speakers from the Boston legal community, who are familiar with international lawyers. Our speakers will provide tips and insight as to what they look for in candidates and general advice for international lawyers looking for work in the Boston area. This is a program not to be missed. |
| 4:30p |
Criminal Law Public Policy Committee - at BBA |
| Wednesday, November 26, 2008 |
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| 12:00p |
International Intellectual Property Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Key Word Advertising Litigation in U.S. & Europe
Keyword advertising is one of the most prevalent forms of advertising on the Internet, with Google, Yahoo and others "selling" keywords that are used to provide advertisement content in response to user searches. When a company "buys" its competitor's trademark so as to display its advertisement in response to a search of the competitor's trademark, not surprisingly, litigation can erupt. John Ward of Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics will take a look at the current state of litigation taking place in the U.S. and Europe with respect to this controversial issue. |
| Thursday, November 27, 2008 |
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BBA closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday |
| Friday, November 28, 2008 |
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BBA closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday |
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| 12:30p |
Trusts & Estates Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| Tuesday, December 2, 2008 |
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| 8:30a |
Environmental Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:00p |
Health Law Legislative Committee - at BBA |
| 4:00p |
Civil Right to Counsel Task Force - at BBA |
| 4:00p |
BBA CLE: Recent Developments Affecting Officers & Directors - at BBA; Register
This program will address recent developments affecting director and officer liability, including how to successfully reorganize a portfolio company, the fiduciary duties of officers and directors when their companies face financial turmoil, the viability of the deepening insolvency doctrine and strategies and defenses in litigation against directors and officers. Panelists will also address the obligations and duties of board members and senior management when their company is in financial distress, including evolving theories of liability, recent changes in Delaware case law, and successful and unsuccessful defenses to claims. |
| 4:30p |
Family Law Planning Session - at BBA |
| Wednesday, December 3, 2008 |
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| 8:30a |
New Lawyers Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:00p |
International Tax Committee - at Sullivan & Worcester Conference Center, Floor 21, Boston, MA; RSVP
International Tax Reform in an Obama Administration
World-renowned International Tax Expert, Daniel M. Berman, Boston University School of Law, will present his thoughts on international tax reform in an Obama Administration. Daniel served as legislation counsel to the Joint Committee on Taxation and as deputy international tax counsel to the Department of the Treasury. This not-to-be-missed program offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into what international tax practitioners might expect in an Obama Administration. |
| 12:00p |
Real Estate Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:30p |
Professional Liability Committee - at BBA; RSVP
"It Came From The Conference Room!" True Tales of Horror About What Makes Clients Call A Malpractice Lawyer
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George A. Berman |
Charles P. Kazarian of the Law Office of Charles P. Kazarian, P.C. and George A. Berman of Peabody & Arnold LLP will offer insights and tips from both sides of the “v.” in this interesting and informative brown bag lunch session. |
| 12:30p |
BBF Board of Trustees - at BBA |
| 3:30p |
Senior Lawyers Section - at BBA; Please call (617) 778-2040 or RSVP online
Pub-to-Pub Event
The Senior Lawyers section welcomes all to join Robert J. Allison, professor at Suffolk University and author of "A Short History of Boston," for a walk covering 10 historic places and monuments around town. Convenient stops in well known pubs will keep us warm along the way. |
| 4:30p |
Administration of Justice Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| Thursday, December 4, 2008 |
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| 8:00a |
BBO Roundtable - at BBA |
| 11:30a |
Solo & Small Firm Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:00p |
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
| 12:00p |
Affordable Housing Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Legislative Update On Affordable Housing Initiatives
Sean Caron of the Citizens' Housing and Planning Association (CHAPA) will provide an update regarding legislation related to affordable housing that was recently passed or defeated, or is currently pending at the State House. His remarks will be framed in the context of the Commonwealth's current budgetary challenges. At the federal level, Sean will also provide a preview as to any changes in housing policy expected in the upcoming administration of President-Elect Barack Obama and in the new congress. |
| 12:30p |
Environmental Litigation Committee and Wetlands, Waterways & Water Quality Committee - at BBA; RSVP
One Year Later: The Streamlined Wetlands Appeal Program
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Jeffrey Roelofs |
Update on the Streamlined Wetlands Appeal Program at the one-year anniversary. Margaret R. Stolfa and Salvatore Giorlandino of MassDEP, and Jeffrey Roelofs, Law Offices of Jeffrey Roelofs, will present. The General Counsel and the Chief Presiding Officer of the Office of Appeals at MassDEP will present their views on how the appeal program is working after one year of experience with the program. Jeffrey Roelofs will present his views as a private practitioner who has litigated administrative cases in the new system. A general discussion and question and answer period will follow. |
| 12:30p |
Solo & Small Firm Section, Family Law Section, New Lawyers Section and Immigration Law Committee - at BBA; RSVP
Developing Your Brand and Network with a Purpose
There are many accomplished attorneys in the Boston area. Differentiate yourself to build not just a practice but the practice that you want –that you will enjoy and at which you will be successful. Not every attorney is right for every client nor do we as attorneys necessarily want every type of client. Once you know what kind of clients you want to attract, networking should be part of your plan. Lawyers often mistakenly believe that networking is about asking for business. Panelists Stewart M. Hirsch, Principal at Strategic Relationships, and Rose Ellen McCaig, McCaig Law Offices, will discuss a simple yet effective mindset, along with actions you can take that will allow you to network comfortably and naturally, and increase your client base.
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Criminal Law Section Steering Committee - at BBA |
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| 12:00p |
Intellectual Property Steering Committee - at BBA |
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Health Law Education Committee
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| 5:30p |
New Lawyers Section - at BBA; RSVP
Seventh Annual Holiday Pro Bono Reception
Please join the BBA New Lawyers Section for their seventh annual Holiday Pro Bono Reception. This free event is a great opportunity to learn about BBA pro bono projects and how you can get involved in the community. In addition, it's a great chance to meet other new lawyers, enjoy live jazz, refreshments, and possibly take home a door prize. |
