The Latest on the Law: Updates from the Boston Bar

Preparing Estate Tax Returns

This discussion provides an overview of the federal estate tax return (Form 706) and the Massachusetts estate tax return (Form M-706), which are used to report and pay tax on bequests and lifetime gifts and are an integral part of estate planning and administration. (June 17, 2020)

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

Global Trademark Searching and Clearance: Strategies and Tips for a Post-Pandemic World

In-house and law firm trademark experts to discuss strategies for global trademark searching and clearance. (June 17, 2020)

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

The Supremes: A Review of Recent Labor and Employment Decisions at the U.S. Supreme Court and Supreme Judicial Court

A lively discussion of the recent employment decisions from the Supreme Judicial Court and the U.S. Supreme Court.  (June 16, 2020)

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

Divorce Law Fundamentals - Post-Judgment Issues: Division of Retirement Assets, Contempts & Modifications

This discussion includes:

• The process for dividing retirement accounts, including when to use QDRO’s and Letters of Instruction.
• Contempt actions and the process for enforcing the terms of the Judgment of Divorce including when an award of attorney’s fees is appropriate.
• Modification actions and the process for modifying the terms of the Judgment of Divorce Nisi.

(June 16, 2020)

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

Bail and Dangerousness Hearings in the Era of Brangan & COVID-19

This program discusses the SJC's Brangan decision and how it has changed practice in the trial courts. (June 15, 2020)

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

Delaware Case Law Developments for M&A Practitioners

This discussion focuses on recent Delaware case law of critical importance to M&A practitioners, addressing the scope of director and officer fiduciary duties and potential liability risks as well as interplay with shareholder books and records demands. (June 12, 2020)

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

Asylum - Best Practices Preparing Your Case and the Importance of Forensic Evaluation

Experts collectively share their expertise on how to address legal, evidentiary, and procedural issues arising in their cases, along with the importance of preparing and submitting forensic evaluations on behalf of clients. (June 11, 2020)

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

Annual Massachusetts Tax Update

Hear the latest developments directly from the Commissioner and other officials of the Massachusetts Department of Revenue, as well as from experienced practitioners. (June 11, 2020)

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

Addressing the Insurer in the Tripartite Relationship – Panel for New Attorneys on Insurance Defense Cases

This discussion addresses an insurer’s perspective, strategy and best practices for when and how to provide information to insurers. (June 11, 2020)

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

Best Practices for Financial Services Lawyers in Remote Work Environments

A discussion on the challenges of remote work, collaboration between in house and law firm attorneys, marketing your expertise, virtual networking, business development tips and other ways to navigate this new world. (June 11, 2020)

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