Previous Events & CLE Programs
December 4, 2008
Section Meeting
Thursday, December 4, 2008 - 4:30 p.m.
Topic: Civil Contempt in the Superior Court
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October 6, 2008
Section Event
Key Supreme Court Cases of the Last Term and New Term
Sponsors
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section
Criminal Law Section
New Lawyers Section
Litigation Section
As the U.S. Supreme Court begins its new term, our distinguished panelists’ will share their analysis of key decisions affecting civil rights, civil liberties, and criminal justice from the last term. Such decisions concern:
- The rights of prisoners in Guantanamo Bay and Iraq,
- Voting rights,
- Peremptory striking of jurors,
- Rights of mentally ill defendants,
- Unlawful speech on the Internet, and
- The Second Amendment.
Also hear a preview of issues to be addressed in the new term.
Panelists
Thomas J. Carey, Jr.
Dwyer & Collora, LLP
Boston College Law School
Victor M. Hansen
New England School of Law
Donna L. Palermino
Northeastern University School of Law
Suffolk University Law School
Robert H. Smith
Suffolk University Law School
Moderator
Laurie C. Carafone
Dwyer & Collora, LLP
October 2, 2008
Section Event
9th Annual Bench Bar Conference and Reception
Sponsors
Criminal Law Section
Administration of Justice Section
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section
Litigation Section
New Lawyers Section
Join us for a rare opportunity to hear from a distinguished judicial panel on the most topical criminal law issues of the day. All of the justices presenting have experience in multiple courts as practioners or judges. Their experience, knowledge, and perspective on legal topics that impact your practice is immeasurable.
From the Federal Bench:
Judge Jeffrey Howard - United States District Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Before his appointment in 2002, Judge Howard served as the New Hampshire Attorney General and as a Partner at Choate Hall & Stewart.
Judge George O’Toole, Jr. - United States District Court
Before his appointment in 1995, Judge O’Toole served as a Judge of the Boston Municipal Court and the Superior Court.
From the State Bench:
Justice Margot Botsford - Associate Justice, Supreme Judicial Court
Before her appointment in 2007, Justice Botsford served as a Judge of the Superior Court, practiced at Hill and Barlow, and was a partner at Rosenfeld, Botsford & Krokidas. She also served as an Assistant Attorney General and Assistant District Attorney.
Justice R. Marc Kantrowitz - Associate Justice, Appeals Court
Before his appointment in 2001, Justice Kantrowitz served as a Judge of the Juvenile Court and as an Assistant District Attorney. He practiced in various Commonwealth courts through his 10 years in private practice.
Justice Charles Hely - Association Justice, Superior Court
Before his appointment in 1990, Justice Hely served as a Judge of the District Court and as a Assistant District Attorney. He also appeared in numerous courts through his private practice.
September 24, 2008
CLE Program
Making the Federal Case: Winning Strategies for Trying a Civil Case to a Jury
Sponsored by: The Litigation Section
Trying a case to a jury in federal court can be a challenge even for experienced trial attorneys. The environment, procedural and substantive rules, and local practices in the U.S. District Court can be daunting to those trying or even filing a case. Practitioners need consider many questions, for example: What are the key themes of my case? How will those themes be received by the jury? How do I go about persuading the jurors? How do I tell my client's story and get the evidence in? What witnesses and documents will I need?
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September 18, 2008
Section Meeting
Basics of Medical Malpractice
Sponsors
New Lawyers Section
Health Law Section
Litigation Section
Please join Lisa Arrowood, Todd & Weld LLP, and Brian Sullivan, Sloane and Walsh LLP, for a discussion on the basics of medical malpractice These two experienced malpractice litigators will discuss the nuts and bolts of medical malpractice cases from a plaintiffs’ and defendants’ perspective, including the theories of liability, standard of care, available defenses, unique procedural issues, and damages.
July 17, 2008
Section Event
Membership Event with Judge Nancy Gertner
Join your colleagues and friends to hear guest speaker Judge Nancy Gertner, U.S. District Court in Massachusetts. This is a great event to mingle with old friends and a wonderful way to introduce your young associates and summer associates to the BBA. Look forward to seeing you there.
May 13, 2008
CLE Program
Ethical Challenges in Bringing Cases to Trial
Sponsored by:
Professional Liability Committee
Ethical obligations associated with trial preparation and trials are unique. It is important for attorneys to understand these obligations, and be able to navigate the potential ethical minefields that can arise. The experienced panel will address topics including the tension between zealous advocacy and ethical rules and obligations, as well as current rules regarding contacting former employees of party corporation.
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May 13, 2008
Section Meeting
The FBI and the Mob
Sponsors
Senior Lawyers Section
Litigation Section
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section
Solo & Small Firm Section
Please join Juliane Balliro, WolfBlock, and Victor Garo, two of the attorneys who secured a $101.75 million judgment against the federal government in the malicious prosecution case of Limone v. United States, 497 F. Supp. 2d 143 (D. Mass. 2007), appeal pending, as they discuss the legal and personal issues that they confronted in litigating it.
Background:
Nearly 40 years ago, four alleged organized crime figures were convicted of murder based upon the false testimony of an FBI informant. Of the four of them, two were sentenced to death. Two died in prison, and two others lived long enough to see their convictions vacated. After a decades-long effort and a 22-day bench trial before the Honorable Nancy Gertner, their attorneys obtained civil relief for them.
May 8, 2008
Section Meeting
Using Microsoft Outlook or an Integrated Client Management System in Your Office
Sponsors
Solo & Small Firm Section
Litigation Section
Criminal Law Section
Trusts & Estates Section
New Lawyers Section
Nancy Brush, Just Solutions, Inc., Jo Ann Citron, Citron Law, and Stephen G. Viegas, Law Offices of Stephen G. Viegas, will offer insight on making educated decisions regarding existing software. Gain control of your calendar and docket to prevent missed deadlines and double-booking your schedule. Our presenters will speak about how you can use either an integrated client management system like TimeMatters, Amicus, Abacus, PracticeMaster, or PCLaw to gain control of your life, or, in the alternative, how to use your existing Microsoft products, Outlook, Excel and Word to accomplish those goals.
May 7, 2008
Section Meeting
Appellate Delay: The Transcript Preparation Factor
Sponsors
Administration of Justice Section
Litigation Section
Criminal Law Section
The Honorable Mark V. Green, Massachusetts Appeals Court, will describe the methods by which trial transcripts are prepared for purposes of an appeal, and the efforts currently underway to improve the process. He will begin with a brief review of the 2003 report of the SJC Study Committee on Trial Transcripts and its recommendations, and will describe the steps that have been taken on those recommendations in the five years since. He will also describe plans for further steps in the immediate future, with particular emphasis on the persistent problem of timeliness of transcripts in the Superior Court.
April 9, 2008
CLE Program
Surviving the Noncompete Surge
Sponsors
Labor & Employment Law Section
Litigation Section
Over the past three years, the number of noncompete lawsuits has increased by 43%; over the past decade, the number has nearly doubled. To stay competitive, employers in today’s knowledge economy have to find the best talent to succeed, and then keep their rivals from luring that talent away. As a result, more companies are finding themselves embroiled in noncompete litigation. And today’s courts are scrutinizing noncompete agreements more closely than ever.
The lawyers advising these companies have to know how the litigation will play out in Massachusetts courts. Our panel of noncompete experts will help you steer your clients around the many landmines in this fast-moving, fast-changing area of law. Hear from two practitioners who have handled hundreds of these cases between them; a general counsel with the in-house, real-world view of noncompetes; and the judge who presided over more noncompete litigation than any other Massachusetts jurist.
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March 25, 2008
CLE Program
The Campus Mental Health Crisis: Growing Liability Concerns
Sponsored by:
Litigation Section
College & University Law Section
A number of high profile student suicide cases have been decided or settled in recent months. These cases will have far-reaching implications for other colleges and universities and will affect not only schools facing student suicide litigation of their own, but also those that operate mental health or suicide prevention programs throughout the year.
While colleges and universities have historically not been considered responsible for student suicides, recent decisions indicate that institutions of higher education are likely to face greater liability when they fail to take certain preventative measures.
Attend this program to learn the latest about student suicide litigation and tort actions, responses by colleges and universities and recent decisions from the United States Department of Education and the courts.
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February 28, 2008
CLE Program
Twelfth Annual Superior Court Bench Meets Bar Conference
Sponsors
Litigation Section
Administration of Justice Section
Join us for this exciting annual conference that covers timely topics in Superior Court practice and procedure.
At the conclusion of the seminar, all attendees are invited to attend a reception where you will have the opportunity to meet with the panelists and fellow attorneys.
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January 11, 2008
Section Meeting
Bench-Bar Conference on Federal Habeas Corpus Actions Challenging State Convictions
Sponsors
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section
Criminal Law Section
Litigation Section
Join a panel of federal district and magistrate judges for a program on what has been described in judicial opinions as "one of the most complex" areas of federal law. Discussion will focus on aspects of practice and procedure unique to this area and will provide an opportunity for questions and comments by practitioners representing inmates and the government.
Panelists:
- Hon. William G. Young, United States District Judge
- Hon. Judith G. Dein, United States Magistrate Judge
- Hon. Leo T. Sorokin, United States Magistrate Judge
November 15, 2007
CLE Program
Securities Litigation "Three Peat?" A discussion of Tellabs, Dura, and StoneridgE
Sponsored by:
Securities Enforcement & Litigation Committee
The Securities Enforcement & Litigation Committee presents three panels featuring experienced practitioners from both sides of the "v." Panelists will discuss the practical implications of recent opinions under Rule 10b-5 with respect to pleading fraud and establishing causation. They will also consider the question of "scheme liability" posed in the pending Stoneridge case. The program will be followed by an informal reception.
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October 30, 2007
Section Meeting
Draft Massachusetts Guide to Evidence: Discussion and Working Session
Sponsors
Litigation Section
Criminal Law Section
Administration of Justice Section
Honorable Marc Kantrowitz, Appeals Court Judge, Advisory Committee Chair, and Joseph Stanton, Assistant Clerk, Appeals Court, Advisory Committee Reporter, will join us to discuss the development of the Supreme Judicial Court’s Advisory Committee on Massachusetts Evidence Law. Specifically we will discuss the plan for its future use and have the opportunity to comment on its various sections. The Guide was commissioned by the SJC, in part at the urging of the BBA, to assemble existing Massachusetts evidence law in one document, generally following the format of the Federal Rules of Evidence.
October 22, 2007
Section Meeting
Expert Testimony in Criminal and Civil Proceedings: A View from the Bench and the Bar
Sponsors
BBA Litigation Section
Superior Court Bench Bar Committee of the Bar Association of Norfolk County
Join an expert panel of members from both the bench and bar as they discuss:
I. PRACTICAL PROBLEMS
- When do you need an expert?
- What disclosure is required?
II. SUBSTANTIVE ISSUES
- Daubert/Lanigan Challenges
- Examinations for Criminal
- Responsibility and Competency
III. USING THE EXPERT IN CASES OF:
- Accident Reconstruction
- Biomechanical and Human Factors
- Engineering
- Medical Malpractice
IV. DWI/DUI
V. PRACTICE TIPS
- What works (and doesn’t work) at trial
Panelists include:
- Hon. Janet L. Sanders, Superior Court Regional Administrative Justice
- Hon. Elizabeth B. Donovan, Associate Justice, Superior Court
- Hon. Thomas A. Connors, Associate Justice, Superior Court
- William F. Sullivan,Sullivan & Sweeney, LLP
- Kevin Reddington, Kevin J. Reddington Law Office
- Paul F. Leavis, Leavis & Rest
- Andrew C. Meyer, Jr., of Lubin & Meyer, P.C
Chaired By:
- Daniel B. Shapiro, Shapiro & Associates
August 2, 2007
Section Event
BBA Volunteer Fair
Sponsor
Litigation Section Pro Bono Committee
Boston lawyers have a proud tradition of public service. Attend this free event to meet representatives from local community organizations and to learn how you can get involved in pro bono and youth outreach volunteer opportunities.
June 26, 2007
Section Meeting
Does Massachusetts Need the Uniform Trade Secrets Act?
Jerry Cohen and Stephen Y. Chow of Burns & Levinson LLP will review the importance of trade secrets in the current intellectual property environment. They will also discuss the pending (Massachusetts) H. 1585 to enact the Uniform Trade Secrets Act. Share your ideas and join us for this informative presentation.
June 20, 2007
CLE Program
BBA CLE: Construction Law Update: Contractor Bankruptcy
Sponsors
Real Estate Section
Bankruptcy Section
Litigation Section
This year’s annual construction law update will provide a “nuts and bolts” overview from the perspectives of the owner, contractor and subcontractor. Panelists will offer valuable insight into the issue of "The Contractor Files for Bankruptcy: What Happens Next?" They will examine what happens after the contractor files for bankruptcy protection, including, how the project is funded and completed and how the parties working on the project are paid. The panelists will address the impacts of a contractor bankruptcy from the perspectives of the owner, contractor, subcontractor and surety. The program will also include some bankruptcy basics, including a discussion of preference issues that every lawyer in this field should know.
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June 11, 2007
Panel Discussion
Panel Discussion And Reception: Fourth Annual State of the Courts
Sponsors
Administration of Justice Section
Criminal Law Section
Delivery of Legal Services Section
Litigation Section
Topics to be explored include:
- The current state of the Massachusetts courts, including the successes and challenges of court reform and the legislative goals and funding for the courts in FY08 and beyond;
- The status of the ongoing efforts of the SJC's Committee on Trial Transcripts
- The status of the implementation of MassCourts Project - the Commonwealth state of the art, integrated case-management system;
- The status of various programs in the Superior Court, including the Business Litigation Session, the firm and fair trial date initiative and others;
- A report from the SJC Steering Committee on Self-Represented Litigants, including a description of the Pilot Program that would permit attorneys to provide discrete task representation (unbundled legal services) in two Probate and Family Court pilot sites.
Principal Speakers:
- The Honorable Margaret H. Marshall, Chief Justice of the Supreme Judicial Court
- The Honorable Cynthia J. Cohen, Associate Justice of the Appeals Court
- The Honorable James F. McHugh, Associate Justice of the Appeals Court
- The Honorable Mark V. Green, Associate Justice of the Appeals Court
- The Honorable Barbara J. Rouse, Chief Justice of the Superior Court
- The Honorable Phillip Rapoza, Chief Justice of the Appeals Court
- The Honorable Robert A. Mulligan, Chief Justice for Administration and Management of the Trial Court
Moderator:
May 8, 2007
CLE Program
Ethics & Technology: New Issues for Lawyers in the Cyberage
Sponsors
Litigation Section
Business Law Section
Intellectual Property Law Section
Communicating through the internet with clients, potential clients and opposing counsel has become standard for attorneys. But along with this communication advancement have come some potential ethical mine fields which attorneys must consciously navigate. This seminar will point out some of the ethical concerns associated with inadvertent release of metadata and privileged material through the use of e-mail, blogs and websites. The seminar will also look at some of the ethical issues raised by electronic “advertising” and highlight the pending rule proposals in New York aimed at computer accessed information.
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May 2, 2007
Section Meeting
How to Work a Room
Sponsors
Solo & Small Firm Section
New Lawyers Section
Litigation Section
Immigration Law Committee
Please join attorney B.J. Krintzman for an expert lesson on "how to work a room" (or "the 37 things you need to know to network like a pro"). B.J. Krintzman has a solo general practice with offices in Newton and on Cape Cod, and frequently lectures on how to run a successful law practice. B.J.’s talk will be followed by a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception so attendees can put their new knowledge into practice right away.
April 25, 2007
CLE Program
Litigating Closely-Held Corporation Disputes in Massachusetts
Sponsor
Business Litigation Committee
Most business litigators must, at some point, handle a dispute involving shareholders in a closely-held corporation. Most business lawyers must, at some point, advise clients on the formation of closely-held corporations. How business lawyers create those corporations affects the strategies that are available to trial lawyers when a dispute arises. How trial lawyers litigate these disputes should inform business lawyers in advising their corporate clients before and after a shareholder dispute arises.
This program is intended to provide tips for both business and trial lawyers who expect either to advise close corporations or their shareholders or to litigate their disputes.
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March 29, 2007
Section Presentation
The BBA Welcomes Attorney General Martha Coakley
Sponsors
Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Section
Criminal Law Section
Environmental Law Section
Intellectual Property Law Section
Litigation Section
Solo & Small Firm Section
Attorney General Martha Coakley will outline her priorities for her administration, with specific emphasis on criminal matters. Please join us for this unique opportunity to hear from and speak with the Attorney General about her plans.
A reception will follow the program.
March 22, 2007
CLE Program
Eleventh Annual Superior Court Bench Meets Bar Conference
Join us for this exciting annual conference that covers timely topics in Superior Court practice and procedure.
At the conclusion of the seminar, all attendees are invited to attend a reception where you will have the opportunity to meet with the panelists and fellow attorneys.
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February 6, 2007
Section Meeting
Tales from the Frontlines: Crisis Communications in the New Business Environment
Sponsors
Solo & Small Firm Section
Litigation Section
Intellectual Property Section
Paul Andrew of Weber Shandwick Worldwide will discuss how communications can complement and enhance legal strategy. Specifically, he will teach you:
- how to handle late-day, on-deadline media calls that threaten to undermine your client’s case and reputation
- what to do and not do based on how organizations have handled and mishandled crisis communications
December 7, 2006
CLE Program
Business Litigation: Federal or State Court
Deciding whether to litigate in the Federal Court or State Court is an important decision that is often insufficiently thought through. This interactive panel, including judges and experienced trial attorneys, will explore the key issues that should be considered when deciding where to litigate a business case. Attendees will learn what factors to weigh, as well as the advantages of each forum.
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