The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

Friday Fundamentals: Criminal Evidentiary Motions

The discussion reviews the types of evidentiary motions that a new lawyer can expect in District Court, and the burden requirements, how to proceed/respond and how lawyers can expect a motions hearing to unfold.  (March 19, 2021)

 

 

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

Friday Fundamentals: First Amendment 101

This program provides a lecture on First Amendment law, giving an overview of how it works and its scope of protection.  (March 12, 2021)

 

 

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

Choosing Service: Advocating for Underserved Populations Through a Career in Public Service

This program endeavors to demystify the barriers to a successful career in public service while providing an opportunity for panelists and attendees to share what they have learned, how their careers have changed over time, and how far we must go on the path to equity and justice through public service.  (March 9, 2021)

 

 

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

Essentials of Professional Malpractice and Cyber Liability Insurance

The program includes how to fill out the insurance application, who's covered at your firm, how much coverage you need, how high risk your practice area is for suits, and how to address cyber threats to your client and employee data.  (March 8, 2021) 

 

 

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

Friday Fundamentals: Drafting Your First Design Application

Topics include questions for your client before you begin, preventing 112 issues and strategies for broadening protection.  (March 5, 2021)

 

 

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

 

Restorative Justice: A New (Old) Way to Address Crime – A Multipart Introduction

The first session features Susan Maze-Rothstein, Co-Director, Center for Restorative Justice at Suffolk University, and Janet Connors, a nationally renowned restorative justice practitioner. They discuss the nuts and bolts and benefits of restorative justice and current practices in Massachusetts.  (February 24, 2021) 

 

 

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

Friday Fundamentals: Title Mechanics- Overview of Recording and Land Registration

This program provides an overview of the role played by conveyancing attorneys and paralegals, the Registries of Deeds and the Land Court in processing property transfers, financings, subdivisions, and various other real estate records.  (February 26, 2021)

 

 

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

Update on Changes to Immigration Law for Pro Bono & Legal Services Attorneys

This program provides insight into potential changes to immigration law under the new United States Congress and presidential administration.  (February 22, 2021)

 

 

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

Friday Fundamentals: Do’s and Don’ts of Depositions

A panel of experienced practitioners discuss their experiences taking and defending depositions and will share valuable insight into preparing for depositions, effectively questioning deponents and objecting while defending a deposition.  (February 19, 2021)

 

 

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

Navigating the Massachusetts Vacatur Law for Human Trafficking Survivors: A Panel Discussion

This program features a panel discussion addressing the new Massachusetts law that enables survivors of human trafficking to vacate certain Massachusetts criminal convictions related to their trafficking.  (February 18, 2021)

 

 

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