The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

Allyship in Action

Being an ally is a powerful tool toward making an environment more inclusive and equitable. None of us are perfect allies and we can all learn more about when to stand up, how to be sensitive to language and when to stand back. Hear from lawyers who are allies, those who benefit from allies and those who have been on both sides.  (Dec 8, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Ensuring Accountability for Atrocity Crimes in the War in Ukraine

Since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, the legal community has been involved in establishing and implementing mechanisms to obtain accountability for atrocity crimes. Dr. Mark Ellis, Executive Director of the International Bar Association, speaks about those efforts and the important roles played by Ukrainian attorneys and the international legal community.  (Nov 17, 2022) 

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

 

MA Appleseed: Supporting the Safety and Well-Being of Girls of Color in Schools

In this discussion, MA Appleseed staff provide an overview of how this crisis is impacting girls across the Commonwealth and offer immediate and long-term advocacy solutions to stop the criminalization of students.  (Nov 8, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

The Value of Volunteering to Help Our Military Veterans

In the face of pandemic disruptions and economic turmoil, legal assistance and representation are key to veterans securing adequate and permanent housing; accessing specialized benefits; capitalizing on their full economic potential; and facilitating their financial, social, health, and domestic well-being.  (Oct 25, 2022) 

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Project Citizenship Training: Completing Form N-400 as Application Assistance

This one-hour training prepares you to volunteer and provide application assistance at Project Citizenship's virtual and in-person workshops to help pre-screened lawful permanent residents start their pathway to citizenship.  (Oct 3, 2022) 

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

KIND Pro Bono Training: Representing Children in Immigration Matters

KIND attorneys provide an overview of child migration; the basics of practicing before USCIS and Immigration Court; and the requirements for obtaining Special Immigrant Juvenile Status and asylum.  They also provide tips and best practices for working with unaccompanied children and review the comprehensive mentorship KIND offers pro bono attorneys.  (Oct 18, 2022) 

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

 

Creating and Managing Your Professional Social Media Presence

Living in today's digital landscape means that networking online is just as crucial as making in-person connections. With over 500 million active users, LinkedIn has become the most important social media platform for lawyers. This powerful online tool allows lawyers to build their brand, professional network, and book of business while enhancing the connections made in-person.  (Oct 14, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Eviction Training Basics

This training provides attendees with a basic overview of the different types of evictions and how the eviction (Summary Process) works in the housing court system.  (Oct 13, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Issue Briefing: Exploring the Martha’s Vineyard Migrant Crisis

This expert panel provides a local perspective on the crisis and discuss what unfolded on Martha’s Vineyard, the mobilization efforts on the ground, and the legal action being taken in response to assist the asylum-seekers individually, as well as collectively, through a Federal Class Action suit filed on behalf of the affected migrants.  (Oct 13, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org

Rian Immigrant Center Training: Help our Immigrant Neighbors!

Beginning on October 20th, the Rian Immigrant Center will be hosting regular forms workshops to assist members of our community. This training will prepare you to participate in our forms workshop on October 20th by giving you a basic overview of the US immigration system and an overview of our workshop model.  (Oct 7, 2022)

 

 

Questions? Inquiries about program materials? Contact Alan I. Johnson at ajohnson@bostonbar.org