Cybersecurity: What Towns Need to Know
2021-11-18 04:00 - 06:00 (America/New_York) | Online
Sherwin Yoder will present “Cybersecurity: What Towns Need to Know” for the The Connecticut Council of Small Towns (COST).
About the Program
As part of COST’s webinar series for new and returning municipal leaders, we are pleased to provide COST member towns with this free cybersecurity training.
This webinar will cover the following issues:

Public Entity Cyber Overview
Cyber Legal Environment: Regulation, Legal Exposure and Compliance
Cyber Insurance Market Overview
Q & A

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How Connecticut's New Cybersecurity Law Impacts Your Business
2021-11-18 08:00 - 09:00 | Online
Sherwin Yoder will co-present “How Connecticut’s New Cybersecurity Law Impacts Your Business” for the the CBIA.
About the Program
With the rise in ransomware attacks and data breaches, Connecticut has taken action with a new law designed to help small businesses better protect themselves against cyberattacks.
The law, which took effect October 1, 2021, prevents companies that adopt recognized cybersecurity standards from being held liable for damages in the event of a data breach.
In this webinar, you’ll learn:

The expanded definition of “personal information” requiring special protection by all organizations
How the new law protects businesses with a cybersecurity program
Leading cybersecurity and privacy law experts Chris Wisneski and Sherwin Yoder arm you with practical measures to minimize cyber risks and show you how to take advantage of the new law.

Who should attend:

Business owners
Executives
Risk managers
In-house counsel
Privacy and security officers, IT security

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Employer-Sponsored Health Plan Federal Regulation: ACA, COBRA, ADA, GINA, CAA, MHPAEA, Reporting Requirements
2021-11-23 08:00 - 09:30 | Online
Join Tim Klimpl on November 23 as he discusses critical issues plan sponsors and administrators face, the impact of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) of 2021, new mental health parity rules, and key requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, ADA, CARES Act, and GINA.
About the Program
This CLE webinar will guide ERISA counsel, fiduciaries, and administrators on federal regulation reporting requirements and compliance challenges. The panel will discuss critical issues plan sponsors and administrators face, the impact of the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) of 2021, new mental health parity rules, and key requirements under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), COBRA, ADA, CARES Act, and GINA.
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Federal Vaccine Mandate
2021-11-30 08:00 - 09:30 | Online
Vincent Farisello will discuss the Biden administration’s workplace vaccination mandate.
About the Program
A broad range of Connecticut employers face a Jan. 4 deadline to have their workforces fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard impacts private sector employees with 100 or more employees, federal contractors, and healthcare employees at Medicare and Medicaid-certified providers.
Join CBIA president and CEO Chris DiPentima, CBIA HR counsel Diane Mokriski and Carmody attorney Vincent Farisello as they outline employer and employee requirements.
This 90-minute webinar also includes an extensive Q&A session.
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Adult Use Cannabis in Connecticut Who, What, When and Where
2021-11-30 08:00 - 10:00
Jackie Kaufman and Ben Pomerantz will co-present “Adult Use Cannabis in Connecticut Who, What, When and Where” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
About the Program:
The State of Connecticut recently legalized Adult-Use Cannabis, Creating Several New State Regulated Cannabis Licenses. Join us to Learn the Who, What, When, and Where As To All New Licenses Types, As well As the Key Considerations for Cannabis Businesses. The Fairfield County Bar and Waterbury Bar Associations offer this Interactive Discussion with A Director of Policy From the Governor’s Office and Several Cannabis Attorneys.

Nuts and Bolts of Business Law, A Series Part 1: Formation Matters
2022-01-11 07:00 - 08:00 | Online
Tim Klimpl will moderate “Nuts and Bolts of Business Law, A Series Part 1: Formation Matters” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
About the Program
The first program in a series presented by the Business Law Committee, this session will review fundamental considerations of business entity formation, including choice of entity, state of formation/foreign qualifications, drafting formation and governance instruments and agreements, equity and capital concerns and basic tax matters. The program will include information on business corporations, limited liability companies and partnerships. Why does your client need to form a business entity? Should your client’s business be a corporation or an LLC? Are there other parties involved beside your client? How do you draft bylaws or an operating agreement? This will be a one-hour presentation inclusive of questions and answers.

Best Practices in Onboarding New Employees
2022-01-20 07:30 - 09:00
Tim Klimpl will co-present “Best Practices in Onboarding New Employees” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
About the Event:
During this webinar we will provide guidance and tips on how to navigate employment law and immigration law issues that arise for employers when finding and hiring employees. The webinar will address common mistakes made by employers and areas of concern that arise during the hiring process from recruitment and screening of candidates, job offers, and commencement of employment. Our discussion will also touch upon skilled foreign workers as well as due diligence for taking on new employees in the context of a corporate reorganization.
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Are You Ready? Law Firm Response to Cyber Attacks
2022-01-26 04:00 - 06:00 | Online
Sherwin Yoder will co-present “Are You Ready? Law Firm Response to Cyber Attacks” for the Hartford County Bar Association.
About the Program:
Many area businesses and law firms have been targets of recent cyberattacks. Know the risk and how to mitigate the harm.
You will Learn:
The practical and legal ramifications of a breach including how to manage your firm thru the emergency; available insurance coverage and claims issues; and the requirements of notice to those whose privacy may have been compromised.
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To Post or Not To Post? Free Speech, Social Media, and the Workplace
2022-02-07 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
On February 7, Giovanna Weller will co-present “To Post or Not To Post? Free Speech, Social Media, and the Workplace” for the Connecticut Bar Association.
About the Program
Social media plays a large role in society as roughly 70% of adults use some kind of social media platform. All too often, the phrases “free speech” and “social media” are used hand-in-hand without a clear indication as to what impact each has on the other. In Connecticut, public and private employees enjoy free speech protections pursuant to the state Constitution and Conn. Gen. Stat. Section 31-51q. The 2015 Connecticut Supreme Court decision in Trusz v. UBS Realty confirmed that free speech rights under the Connecticut Constitution are extended to private employees. This CLE will examine the impact of Trusz in the last 6 years and how these Constitutional and statutory protections interact with an individual’s use of social media and their employer’s access to same.
You Will Learn

Understanding the free speech protections that private and public employees enjoy while using social media
Understanding employers’ ability to make employment decisions based on what employees say on social media

Who Should Attend
All attorneys who use social media in a professional and/or personal capacity.
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Managing COVID-19 in the Workplace
2022-02-14 08:00 - 09:00 | Online
Vincent Farisello will discuss how to manage COVID in the workplace for the Connecticut Business & Industry Association on February 14.
About the Program
Two years into the pandemic, COVID-19 continues to challenge employers. Federally subsidized programs have come and gone, but many questions remain.

Must employers provide paid sick leave?
Are COVID-related illnesses covered by Connecticut’s new paid FMLA?
Should businesses be recording these illnesses for OSHA?
What about testing and quarantining protocols?
What does the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision blocking the federal vaccination-or-test mandate for larger employers mean for your business?

Join to have your questions answered!
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The Essentials of Estate Planning
2022-03-02 07:00 - 08:00 | Online
Michael Reardon and Janie McDermott will discuss the essentials of estate planning for Connecticut Public’s Visionary Society.
About the Event:
Attorneys Janie L. McDermott, Esq. and Michael J. Reardon, Esq. from the Connecticut-based firm of Carmody Torrance Sandak & Hennessey will educate us on the basics of estate planning, discussing some of the myths and realities of the process. They will demystify topics like how and when to begin making your plans, choosing an executor, defining your legacy, and ensuring your wishes are met.
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So You've Been Hacked, Now What?
2022-03-03 07:00 - 08:30 | Online
Sherwin Yoder will co-present “So You’ve Been Hack, Now What?” for the Connecticut Bar Association.
About the Program
This session is a follow-up to Top Cybersecurity Threats Facing Lawyers – Business Email Compromise. The presenters will discuss your options if you have been hacked, and what you can do to recover funds or information that have been accessed or captured by uninvited parties. The team will also discuss legal remedies and liabilities for the breaches and stolen information or funds.
You Will Learn

How to protect your systems from a breach;
What to do to minimize the impact of a cybersecurity breach;
What your legal remedies are for a cybersecurity breach and loss of information or funds;
What your legal liabilities are for a cybersecurity breach and loss of information or funds.

Who Should Attend
Any attorney interested in protecting their information and funds, and learning what to do in the event of a breach.
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New and Updated CT Cyber Laws - Including a Reward for Being Proactive
2022-03-08 04:00 - 05:00 | Online
Sherwin Yoder will co-present “New and Updated CT Cyber Laws – Including a Reward for Being Proactive” for the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce.
About the Event:
With the rise in ransomware attacks and data breaches, Connecticut has taken action with updated and new cyber laws.
In this webinar, learn about:
• The expanded definition of “personal information” requiring special protection by all organizations
• How to take advantage of a new law that rewards businesses that have a written cybersecurity program
• Proactive steps to renewing your cybersecurity insurance
Industry-leading cybersecurity and privacy law experts, Chris Wisneski and Sherwin Yoder, will arm you with practical measures to minimize cyber risks and show you how to take advantage of this new incentive.
Who should attend:
• Business owners
• Executives
• Risk managers
• In-house counsel
• Privacy and security officers and IT security*
*While not getting too deep into technical cybersecurity specifics, best practices related to a sound Cybersecurity program will be covered.
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Non-Compete Agreements in Current Employment Law
2022-04-05 08:00 - 09:30
Tim Klimpl will moderate “Non-Compete Agreements in Current Employment Law” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
About the Program
Please join us for a 90 minute seminar that will cover the state of the law and practical considerations surrounding non-competition agreements. This legal refresher and update by Samantha Agosto, with valuable insights from employment litigator and mediator Mark R. Carta, will address:

Evaluating a Non-Compete Provision
Drafting a Non-Compete That has the Best Chance of Being Enforced
Negotiating Your Client Out of a Non-Compete
Mediating a Non-Compete Dispute
The Progressive Process in Enforcement and Resolution of Non-Compete Agreements

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Preparing for Increased Union Activity
2022-04-27 08:00 - 09:00 | Medical Malpractice Defense
We are pleased to invite you to our HR Roundtable Discussion.
Preparing for Increased Union Activity
James Monica, President and Founder of American Labor Group
April 27, 2022 from noon until 1pm
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Jim will lead a discussion on why employees unionize, what to expect in the union election process, and tips to minimize the risk of unionization. Jim’s company has extensive experience working with employers in the union election process.
We invite you to join us virtually, or in-person in our Waterbury office where lunch will be served. Please let Christine Stackhouse know if you’re interested in attending in-person.
HR Roundtable Series 2022
Our one-hour HR Roundtable events will generally occur on the third Wednesday of each month at noon. Discussions are intended to be interactive and will focus on human resources issues, in-depth legal insights and provide practical take-aways for HR professionals. This will be a great opportunity for you to pose questions to Carmody’s Labor & Employment attorneys as well as guest speakers, and to hear different perspectives from your peers.

Supervisory Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
2022-04-29 04:00 - 06:00 | Online
Carmody is pleased to offer live virtual sexual harassment prevention training.
All training covers topics required by Connecticut law. The training is interactive and features video scenarios and real-world examples.
Participants will leave our training with:

An understanding of what constitutes harassment, discrimination, retaliation and inappropriate workplace conduct.
An understanding of the various laws, processes and remedies for harassment and discrimination claims.
Raised awareness in light of current developments.
Knowledge, tools and strategies to minimize the risk of harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

In addition, the supervisory training will focus on the special role that supervisors have in preventing harassment, discrimination and retaliation in the workplace, including real world strategies and tips for proactive management techniques.
Cost and Registration
Registration for training is $25 per person, and each attendee will receive a course-completion certificate. For employers looking to train groups of 50+ employees, please reach out to Romania Morley.

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Top Corporate Governance Issues for Nonprofits
2022-05-18 08:00 - 09:00 | Online
Join a panel of Carmody attorneys, via WebEx, for a practical overview of the most significant corporate governance issues facing nonprofit organizations, how to navigate the challenges and successfully achieve your organization’s goals.
Avoid common governance pitfalls:

Understand the annual filings a nonprofit must make to ensure compliance with federal and state law.
Get updated on changes to the Connecticut Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act.
Ensure the nonprofit’s bylaws are keeping up with the organization.
Learn about conflicts of interest and steps the board should take to avoid them.
Know when – and what – information must be disclosed for public inspection.
Get helpful pointers for taking and maintaining minutes of board meetings.

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Ethics: The Year in Review
2022-06-13 05:00 - 06:00 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, United States
On June 13, Stephen Conover will present “Ethics: The Year in Review” at the Connecticut Bar Association’s Connecticut Legal Conference.
About the Program
Presenters will discuss recent ethics-related rule changes, opinions, and cases.
You Will Learn
• About ethics issues that will be important in your daily practice
• About updates to the Rules of Professional Conduct and new opinions from the CBA Standing Committee on Professional Ethics
• About recent cases involving ethics issues/grievances since our last presentation
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Better Safe than Sorry!
2022-06-13 06:15 - 08:15 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, United States
On June 13, Stephen Conover will present “Better Safe Than Sorry!” at the Connecticut Bar Association’s Connecticut Legal Conference.
About the Program
A comprehensive discussion on how best to keep your practice safe from potential malpractice exposures.
You Will Learn
• Your duties related to error disclosures
• About nontraditional legal malpractice exposures
• How to identify and manage conflict of interest issues
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Emerging Issues In Environmental Due Diligence
2022-06-13 10:30 - 12:30 | Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, United States
Deborah Brancato is a panelist at the CBA’s Connecticut Legal Conference.
Attendees will learn about emerging issues related to due diligence in transactions, including updates to the ASTM standard for performing a “Phase I” environmental investigation.
For more information: Real Property/Environmental Law Track | Connecticut Bar Association (ctbar.org)

Top Considerations in Executive Employment Agreements
2022-06-29 08:00 - 09:00 | Fairfield Bar Association, 970 Summer Street, Stamford, CT, 06905, United States
On June 29, Tim Klimpl will present “Top Considerations in Executive Employment Agreements” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
About the Program
Please join us for a 60 minute seminar that will cover some of the most important and often overlooked issues in executive employment agreements, from both employers’ and executives’ perspectives. topics will include

Negotiating the components of a total compensation package
Drafting provisions relating to performance bonuses and incentive compensation
Income tax timing and employer withholding and reporting obligations
409A considerations for nonqualified deferred compensation arrangements
Handling existing non-compete agreements with a current employer

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The Great Resignation, Great Reshuffle, or Great Rethink? It's An Evolving Workplace
2022-06-29 08:00 - 09:15 | Online
There’s no doubt that the workplace is changing. Our panel, moderated by Nick Zaino and Vincent Farisello, will discuss how employers are responding to this evolution and strategies employers are utilizing to attract and retain employees.
Wednesday, June 29, 2022
Noon – 1:15 p.m.
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Panelists:
Wesley Debnam
Post University
Anthony Denniston
Liberty Bank
Maryann Donovan
Impact Staffing Solutions

Dr. Marlo Greppone
HRA of New Britain, Inc.
Dianne Veley
The Siemon Company
Topics for Discussion:

Why employees are resigning at such a great rate
Employee attitudes and expectations, especially younger employees
Difficulties in recruiting and retaining employees
Changes to workplace policies and practices to attract and retain employees
Creating opportunities for internal growth and advancement
Creating a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace culture

HR Roundtable Series 2022
Our HR Roundtable events will generally occur on the third Wednesday of each month at noon. Discussions are intended to be interactive and will focus on human resources issues, in-depth legal insights and provide practical take-aways for HR professionals. This will be a great opportunity for you to pose questions to Carmody’s Labor & Employment attorneys as well as guest speakers, and to hear different perspectives from your peers.

Cryptocurrency in Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Arrangements
2022-08-17 09:00 - 10:30 | Online
On Wednesday, August 17, Timothy Klimpl will co-present “Cryptocurrency in Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Arrangements” for Strafford Publications.
About the Program
This CLE course will provide executive compensation and corporate attorneys, and ERISA retirement plan fiduciaries, with an in-depth analysis of the challenges, risks, and planning considerations for providing compensation in cryptocurrency in executive compensation arrangements, and access to cryptocurrency investment options in retirement plans. The panel will discuss long-term incentive plan design, the pros and cons of compensation programs that pay employees in cryptocurrency and other digital assets, IRS and DOL guidance, and other cryptocurrency-related compensation issues.
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Do You Have Employees, Temps, or Contractors? Are You Ready if OSHA Comes Knocking?
2022-08-23 08:00 - 09:00 | Online
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought workplace health and safety issues to the forefront. In fact, there has been a significant increase in the number of whistleblower complaints filed with OSHA from direct employees, temporary employees, and contractors. In response, OSHA has stepped-up enforcement of workplace safety issues.
We are fortunate to have Chip Darius of Safety Priority Consultants, LLC lead a discussion about what you should expect if OSHA comes knocking, and steps that you should take to be prepared in relation to employees, temporary employees, and contractors.
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HR Roundtable Series 2022
Our HR Roundtable events will generally occur on the third Wednesday of each month at noon. Discussions are intended to be interactive and will focus on human resources issues, in-depth legal insights and provide practical take-aways for HR professionals. This will be a great opportunity for you to pose questions to Carmody’s Labor & Employment attorneys as well as guest speakers, and to hear different perspectives from your peers.

Marijuana Business Law in Connecticut
2022-08-31 05:00 - 12:00
On Wednesday, August 31, 2022, Liam Burke, Jacqueline Kaufman, Timothy Klimpl, Benjamin Pomerantz and Lindsay Reed will discuss marijuana business law in Connecticut for the National Business Institute.
About the Program
The legalization of marijuana has created business opportunities, but it has also created many questions and uncertainties for professionals advising businesses due to the position of the federal government. What are possible federal responses to legalized cannabis? What types of businesses does state law allow, and how does a potential business owner obtain a permit? When are you potentially violating federal law by merely assisting a client? Learn the answers to these questions and more – register today!

Understand how the federal government can use forfeiture laws to close marijuana-related businesses.
Evaluate the current banking landscape and determine whether a cannabusiness can obtain financing.
Ensure marijuana business clients have business policies and procedures in place that help them avoid legal scrutiny.
Confidently advise clients on all aspects of the marijuana business licensing process.
Gain practical legal tips on cannabis product packaging, labeling, and testing.
Recognize the state and federal tax implications for cannabis-related businesses.
Analyze the ethical implications of advising cannabis business clients.

Content Covered by Carmody Attorneys:
Marijuana Businesses Law in Connecticut
Benjamin Pomerantz, Jacqueline Kaufman

Powers of State Regulatory Agencies
Business Types Allowed
Marketing Restrictions
Zoning Requirements
Employment Rules and Restrictions for Cannabis Businesses
Legal Best Practices for Marijuana Product Packaging and Testing

Connecticut Marijuana Taxation: The Latest Rules
Timothy S. Klimpl

State and Local Taxation Protocols for Marijuana Businesses
Federal Tax Issues

IRC §280E – Deduction of Business Expense
Cash Payments
Other Emerging Issues

Business Strategies to Overcome Taxation Difficulties
Current Tax Updates

Ethics
Lindsay Reed, Liam Burke

Marijuana and Rules of Professional Conduct
Duty to Pursue Justice
Attorney Use of Cannabis Products
Attorney Ownership of Cannabis Businesses

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Non-Supervisory Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
2022-09-16 04:00 - 06:00 | Online
Carmody is pleased to offer live virtual sexual harassment prevention training.
All training covers topics required by Connecticut law. The training is interactive and features video scenarios and real-world examples.
Participants will leave our training with:

An understanding of what constitutes harassment, discrimination, retaliation and inappropriate workplace conduct.
An understanding of the various laws, processes and remedies for harassment and discrimination claims.
Raised awareness in light of current developments.
Knowledge, tools and strategies to minimize the risk of harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

Cost and Registration
Registration for training is $25 per person, and each attendee will receive a course-completion certificate. For employers looking to train groups of 50+ employees, please reach out to Romania Morley.

Click here to register.

Legal Ethics for Civil Litigators
2022-09-19 11:30 - 12:30
On Monday, September 19, Stephen Conover will present “Legal Ethics for Civil Litigators” for the National Business Institute.
Program Agenda

Duties to the Client
Duties to the Court
Fairness to Opposing Party and Counsel
Ethical Responsibilities to Third Parties

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Time to Turn Out the Lights? Lawyers’ Ethical Path to Retirement or Closing a Law Firm
2022-09-29 08:00 - 10:00 | The Greater Bridgeport Bar Association, 1057 Broad Street, 4th Floor, Bridgeport, CT, 06604, United States
On September 29, Stephen Conover and Thomas Sansone will present “Time to Turn Out the Lights? Lawyers’ Ethical Path to Retirement or Closing a Law Firm” for the Greater Bridgeport Bar Association.
Topics:
What to do with client files?
Where does the excess IOTLA money go?
Succession planning for solors and small firms
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What You Need To Know About Cannabis & Ethics in Connecticut
2022-10-18 08:30 - 10:00 | Fairfield County Bar Association, 970 Summer Street, Stamford, CT, 06901, United States
On October 18, Lindsay Reed and Benjamin Pomerantz will present “What You Need To Know About Cannabis & Ethics in Connecticut” for the Fairfield County Bar Association.
Topics Include:

Understanding / Defining Cannabis, CBD, and Hemp
History of Prohibition / Controlled Substances Act of 1970
Federal vs. State Conflict of Law
National Legalization Update
Connecticut’s MMP & RERACA
Connecticut Adult Use Industry Facts
Legal Practice Areas
Legal Concerns
Ethics and Cannabis Law

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Raising the Bar: A Bench-Bar Symposium on Professionalism
2022-11-04 05:00 - 08:30 | Waterbury Courthouse, 300 Grand Street, Waterbury, CT, 06702, United States
On November 4, Jason Gagnon, Amanda Nugent and Jim Robertson will participate in the Connecticut Bar Association’s symposium on professionalism.
About the Program:
A symposium developed by the CBA Standing Committee on Professionalism to bring together members of the bench and bar in a collaborative effort to identify and discuss how to maintain and elevate the level of professionalism in the practice of law.
You Will Learn:

How to represent clients effectively and zealously while still satisfying ethical obligations as officers of the court
About the perspectives of the bench on professionalism

Who Should Attend:
Every lawyer – new or experienced, in the public or private sector, in-house counsel, or outside lawyer – who seeks to practice with civility, maintain their advocacy skills, and honor their ethical obligations.
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