NEWS & UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Greater Newburyport

Bar Association

2024 Schedule

The Alimony Landscape after Cavanagh & Openshaw

Thursday, April 18, 4:30-6:00, Zoom

The SJC recently decided Openshaw v. Openshaw. The case has been remanded but what is its impact now? It comes on the heels of the Cavanagh case and the lingering confusion that decision created. How do the cases fit together and what do they portend for alimony issues? Will the recent cases have a cumulative effect on alimony?

Join us for an interactive discussion with two of the lawyers involved in the decisions and financial expert Marc Bello.

Expert Faculty

Honorable Barbara M. Hyland, Hampden Probate & Family Court

Gary O. Todd, Todd & Weld, Moderator

Marc Bello, Managing Director, Willamette Managing Associates

Ann E. Dargie, Family Law of Western Massachusetts, P.C., East Longmeadow, Counsel in Cavanagh

Jason Owens, Lynch & Owens, PC, Hingham, Counsel in Openshaw

To Register: https://gnba.ticketbud.com/alimony-landscape-after-cavanagh-openshaw

The Art and Science of Negotiation

Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 4:00-7:00, The Senior Center, Newburyport, High Street

Negotiation is a skill but can also be an art. No matter how experienced you are, there is always more to learn about how to improve your negotiation skills. Our experts dive into the substance and also provide commentary on role plays which provide you with an opportunity for feedback. This program will have limited enrollment to allow for interaction and skill building.

Learning Objectives:

Identify the elements and components of negotiation
What are the do's and don's of negotiation
How to promote negotiation success
What are the ethical considerations
How to address bias
How to resolve an impasse

Expert Faculty

Eugene Nigro, Nigro Pettipit & Lucas, P.C., Wakefield, Chair

Martha R. Bagley, Brigantine P.C., Salem

Patricia M. Davis, Davis & Davis, P.C., N. Reading

Gary O. Todd, Todd & Weld, Boston

To Register: https://gnba.ticketbud.com/the-art-of-negotiation

Essex Superior Court Civil Issues

4:30-6:00 p.m.

Newburyport Superior Court

145 High Street, Newburyport

Attorney Thomas Nicholson, Finneran & Nicholson, Newburyport, leads a discussion with Superior Court Judges and Clerks. Topics include:

Jury Trials post-COVID
Attorney-Conducted Voir Dire
Motions in Limine
Requests to Continue
Compliance with Superior Court Rules including 9A, 9C and 9F
Remote vs. In-person Hearings – Standing Order 1-22
Clerk’s Tips on Standing Order 1-23 (eFiling) and Technology in the Courtroom

Panel

Judge Kathleen M. McCarthy-Neyman, Regional Administrative Justice, Essex Superior Court

Judge Kristen R. Buxton, Associate Justice, Superior Court

Judge Thomas Drechsler, Associate Justice, Superior Court

Judge James F. Lang, Associate Justice, Superior Court

Judge Lynn C. Rooney, Associate Justice, Superior Court

Judge Salim R. Tabit, Associate Justice, Superior Court

Thomas H. Driscoll, Jr., Esq., Clerk of Courts and Magistrate, Essex Superior Court

Assistant Clerks for Civil Business, Essex Superior Court

To Register: https://gnba.ticketbud.com/inside-tips-from-the-superior-court-2b80a81cccb1

Annual John C. Stevens Family Law Symposium

Thursday, May 23, 5-7:00 p.m., The Firehouse Center for the Arts, Newburyport

Featuring all of the Essex Probate Court judges, Moderators Judith Cowan and Gary Todd will guide a discussion of the most current challenging issues.

Attend & Learn:

Faculty

Hon. Michael D. Anderson, Essex Probate & Family Court

Hon. Mary Rudolph-Black, Essex Probate & Family Court

Hon. Frances M. Giordano, Essex Probate & Family Court

Hon. Nan M. Sauer, Essex Probate & Family Court

Hon. Jennifer M. Rivera Ulwick, Essex Probate & Family Court

Attorneys Judith Cowan, Danvers and Gary Todd, Boston

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Seventh Annual CLE CLE by the Sea: NE Conference for Solos and Small Law Firms,

Thursday, July 18, Blue Ocean Event Center

AGENDA/SCHEDULE

8:00-9:00 Registration & Breakfast

9:00-9:15 Welcome & Introductions

Gary O. Todd, Todd & Weld, LLC, President, GNBA

9:15-10:30 Concurrent Workshops

A. How Co-parenting Apps Can Enhance Client Communications and Ensure Success—1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Kevin Dorsey, Our Family Wizard

What are the online tools judges are ordering parents to use for communicating their shared parenting needs.
How to recognize documents that may be presented as evidence in the courtroom
Learn how mediators, custody evaluators, and other professionals may work with and assess family needs utilizing these tools.

B. Analytics for Attorneys: How Statistics Can Help You Build a More Efficient Law Practice —1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Jared Correia, CEO, Red Cave Law Firm Consulting

Why Statistical Analysis Is Important
How to Employ Key Performance Indicators in Your Practice
Novel Analytic Strategies
How to Use Analytics for a Competitive Advantage

C. Ethics Smorgasbord – the 2024 Edition—1.25 ME Ethics Credits/

75 NHMCLE min.

Edward Cheng, Sherin & Lodgen, Boston & Donald L. Pitman lll, The Pitman Law Offices LLC, Newburyport

Current Ethics Topics, including

What to Do if Bar Complaint Comes over the Transom
Copying Someone Else’s Brief
Conflict of Interest Issues Involving Former Clients
Handling Clients When Moving to Another Firm
Ethics of A.I .Brief Writing

10:30-10:50 Networking Break

10:50-12:05 Concurrent Workshops

D. How to Thrive in Federal Court—1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Hon. Lance E. Walker, Federal District Court, Maine; John Doonan, and Reneau Longoria, Doonan, Graves and Longoria, Beverly & Jeffrey Loeb, Rich May, Boston

Advantages of Being in Federal Court
Jurisdiction of the Federal Court and Remand from State Court
Expectations of the Federal Court
Pitfalls for the Unwary

E. Ethical Issues for GALs and P.C.s—1.25 ME Ethics Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Attorneys Judith Cowan, Tony Pelusi, Demetra Pontisakos, MA & Dana Prescott, ME

What are the issues for those participating on list serves and/or consultation groups
How to participate and maintain confidentiality
What do team members supporting a family need to do to respect privilege and confidentiality
How to juggle multiple/sequential roles
Should you serve as a PC without formal appointment

F. Successfully Starting & Maintaining a Sole Practice—1.25 ME Credits/40 NHMCLE min.

Maureen Pomeroy, Pomeroy Law, Employment Law &

Joseph Waldbaum, Criminal Law

From starting a solo firm to hiring employees and everything in between,

Common issues encountered when starting out or trying to grow a practice, e.g. Advertising; mobile website; unique selling point; Intake phone call/questionnaire; Engagement letter; conflict checks; responsibilities for client funds; Getting reviews & testimonials; virtual offices; marketing; file retention and more

12:05-1:00 Luncheon, Included

1:00-2:15 Concurrent Workshops

G. Perspectives in Assessing & Valuing Tort Cases-1.25 ME Credits/

75 NHMCLE min.

Brianna Sullivan, Kazarosian Costello LLP & Stephen Zolotas, Spada Law Group

How to Effectively Use Valuation Tools
Troubleshooting Issues in Medical Records
How Liability and Facts Impact Case Value
Mediator’s Perspective

H. Understanding Business Valuation Reports —1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Marc Bello, Managing Director, Willamette & Donald L. Pitman lll, The Pitman Law Offices, LLC, Newburyport

What Should You Expect?
Gain an Understanding of the Key Sections and Necessary Disclosures
How to Identify Strengths and Weaknesses in a Report?
How to Deal with Hearsay?
Techniques to Use a Report for a Deposition &/or Trial

I. Building an Ethical and Antifragile Law Firm in a Volatile World: Tips from LCL—1.25 ME Ethics Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Luz Carrion, LCL/MA

Learn practical tips and techniques for thriving
Discover how to be an antifragile lawyer and have an antifragile law firm.
Learn how to integrate the Rules of Professional Conduct into the design of your law firm.
Find out how technology can enhance an antifragile law firm
Understand how an antifragile model and a new mindset could boost your advantage when facing ethical challenges.

2:15-2:35 Networking Break

2:35-3:50 Concurrent Workshops

J. Marijuana Use & Parenting Issues—1.25 ME Credits/

75 NHMCLE min.

Jennifer Lamana, MA & Eileen Quill, MA

How the court assesses the appropriateness of use,
Resources to demonstrate “overusage"

K. Cybersecurity, Compliance & Useful Software - How to Prevent Losses & Increase Profit—1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

David S. Markey, Managing Partner, CRCIT

Current Cyber Threat Landscape: Insights and Strategies
Maximizing Email Security: Beyond Free Providers: Advanced strategies to bolster email defenses against phishing, malware, and breaches. Discover why relying on free email services leaves you vulnerable.
Compliance as a Strategic Advantage: How adherence to regulatory compliance not only mitigates risk but also serves as a lever for business growth by increasing trust with customers and adding a competitive edge in the market.
Integrating Customer Relationship Management and Lead Management Software for Growth: Explore how leveraging a CRM and specialized lead intake software can streamline customer acquisition, improve client relationships, and boost sales efficiency.

L. Jedi Mind Tricks for Lawyers: How to Respond to Bullying Behavior in and Out of Court-1.25 H & D ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Dr. Shawn Healy, LCL/MA & Attorney Maureen Booth, TurcoLegal, MA

Identify key wellbeing priorities in order to equip yourself to respond to bullying attempts
Change your perspective on a bullying attempt to make it less threatening
Understand the goals of a bully and identify ways of increasing your resilience
Identify helpful and effective strategies for responding to bullying attempts
Identify options for being an effective ally to others who are dealing with bullying attempts

3:55-5:10 Concurrent Workshops

M. Insight into the Vital Role of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusions in Legal Practice—1.25 ME H & D Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Jenese Brownhill, LICSW, Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Justice Resource Institute

The significance of diversity in the legal profession and its impact on client representation and outcomes.
Strategies for creating an inclusive environment within your practice, including hiring practices, workplace policies, and client interactions.
Understanding implicit biases and their effects on decision-making in the legal field.
Practical steps for promoting equity and justice in your daily work, particularly in the criminal justice system.
Resources and tools for ongoing education and action in the realm of DEI.

N. Policing the Police: Legal & Practical Implications—1.25 ME Credits/75 NHMCLE min.

Honorable Mary F. McCabe, Newburyport District Court, Attorneys Nicole Reilly, MA & NH and John S. Webb, Webb Law, Portland & Saco, ME

Use of Body Cameras
Use of Force
No-knock Warrants
Civilian Oversight

O. 60 Apps in 60 Minutes—1.25 ME Credits/no NH credits

Jared D. Correia, CEO Red Cave Law Firm Consulting

In this twist on a popular American Bar Association TECHSHOW staple, you’ll get a list of the best productivity apps in one-minute increments, with a strict time limit.  This fast-paced program packs in more information than you can shake a stick at. 

Get faster, work less, make more.  Start here. 

5:05- Gourmet Reception for All at Surfside, sponsored by the GNBA

CONFERENCE INFORMATION

Tuition includes, continental breakfast, lunch, and reception and materials.

Parking is provided by GNBA for free in the Blue Ocean Parking Lot

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Thank You to Our Sponsors!!

Speaker Sponsors

CRCIT stands as a leading provider of Cybersecurity, Remediation, Compliance & IT Support Services tailored specifically for small to midsize businesses in New England. We specialize in serving the Legal, Financial, and Medical sectors, ensuring our clientele receive focused and expert solutions to meet their unique industry needs.

Our Family Wizard--20 years of helping families living separately thrive! With OurFamilyWizard, family law professionals and parents have access to a suite of tools designed to support effective co-parenting, help assure compliance, and deliver more optimal results for children. Learn more about our fee waiver program, free professional access, and updated model order language. Contact kevin@ourfamilywizard.com

Exhibitors

Bay State Financial--Janice Berner, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, CPA. Divorce Financial Analyst working with individuals, couples and legal professionals at all stages of divorce and after. Collaborates with clients, lawyers, and mediators to provide financial support for case preparation and settlement. Assess net worth, goals and needs, budgeting, asset separation and tax implications. Works with clients on post-divorce comprehensive financial planning.

Since 1820, the Institution for Savings has played an integral role in supporting the communities we serve. With 15 retail locations throughout the

North Shore, we offer a full menu of uncomplicated personal and business products and services to help our customers build financial security. As a mutual savings bank, our true commitment to our communities extends far beyond profits. From our trustees and officers to our employees, we are all committed to constantly do what we can to improve the lives of those around us every day.

LEAP is the #1 legal practice management software for New England law firms. Simplify your IT infrastructure, reduce overhead costs, and enable your law firm to work from anywhere, at any time. Law firms earn 30% more profit within the first year of switching to LEAP by getting rid of servers, billing more hours with instant recording, and getting paid faster with secure, online billing and payments. Learn more at www.leap.us

Founded by lawyers in 1982, Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company (MLM) provides professional liability insurance and risk management services for attorneys in Massachusetts and 15 other states. MLM is an efficient, accountable and permanent practice management resource, exempliﬁed by an AM Best Ranking of A (excellent), and a consistent dividend return for the past 35 years.

The Piracini Group--As a Certified Divorce Real Estate Expert, Susan Piracini brings her skills in mediation and neutrality to serve divorcing homeowners and their attorneys. Her main goal is to mitigate the damage caused by divorce by handling the sale of the marital residence with great care, dignity and profitability. She is a neutral third party trained in high conflict cases, is certified to testify in court as to real property matters and is able to prepare Fair Market Valuations that are admissible in court.

Primerica--Have your finances seen better days? It’s not just you. For many people, the economy has changed the way we think about money – especially redefining the difference between “wants” and “needs.” Get a complimentary financial check-up through Primerica’s Financial Needs Analysis. It’s a 30-minute snapshot of your financial future… and the first step to doing something to improve it. So, you’re not where you thought you’d be. Here’s your chance to do something about it.

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BUSINESS SPONSORS

Red Cave Law Firm Consulting, http://www.redcavelegal.com/

Soberlink, http://www.soberlink.com/

Brigantine Law , https://www.brigantine.law

Davis and Davis, https://www.davisanddavispc.com/

Doonan, Graves & Longoria, http://www.dgandl.com/

Reade Law Firm, https://rrlawfirm.net/

Todd & Weld, http://www.toddweld.com/

TurcoLegal, https://turcolegal.com/

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