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Women's Bar Association of the State of New York Course Catalogue

CPLR Update

CPLR Update

Presented by Hon. Mark C. Dillon


Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
This CLE covers recent constitutional and statutory amendments relating to the CPLR. It covers numerous areas of law including statutes of limitations and tolls, the revival of sex abuse cla READ MORE

Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
This CLE covers recent constitutional and statutory amendments relating to the CPLR. It covers numerous areas of law including statutes of limitations and tolls, the revival of sex abuse claims, issues relating to municipalities, e-documents and e-signing. Other subjects covered include defaults, premises liability, surveillance videos and the Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act.
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Assisting Border Migrants Seeking Asylum

Assisting Border Migrants Seeking Asylum

Presented by Gerald Karikari, Esq., Carmelia Taylor, Esq.


Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
This CLE program provides practitioners unfamiliar with Asylum law the basic nuts to bolts understanding of representing foreign nationals seeking Asylum, Withholding of Removal, or relief p READ MORE

Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
This CLE program provides practitioners unfamiliar with Asylum law the basic nuts to bolts understanding of representing foreign nationals seeking Asylum, Withholding of Removal, or relief pursuant to the Convention Against Torture.
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Tax Tips For Family and Matrimonial Practitioners

Tax Tips for Family and Matrimonial Practitioners

Presented by Mark S. Gottlieb, CPA, Christina Jonathan, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
Among the many questions and dilemmas that arise during divorce, perhaps the ones attorneys find most challenging to deal with revolve around tax issues. This CLE Webinar will assist attorne READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
Among the many questions and dilemmas that arise during divorce, perhaps the ones attorneys find most challenging to deal with revolve around tax issues. This CLE Webinar will assist attorneys to reach a comprehensive understanding of family law and divorce-related tax issues. This will enable attorneys to provide invaluable guidance to clients in negotiations and in court.
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Dreams Deferred Amongst Racial Covenants

Dreams Deferred Amongst Racial Covenants

Presented by Rudolph Carmenaty, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Lorraine Hansberry’s landmark play A Raisin in the Sun finds its origin in a landmark US Supreme Court case Hansberry v Lee. The story depicted on stage was derived from a lawsuit by the a READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Lorraine Hansberry’s landmark play A Raisin in the Sun finds its origin in a landmark US Supreme Court case Hansberry v Lee. The story depicted on stage was derived from a lawsuit by the author’s father challenging racially discriminatory housing practices in 1930’s Chicago. The beauty and power of the play lies in its authenticity, an authenticity born of the American legal system.
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Depositions Presentation

Demystifying Depositions: Tips and Trick for a More Effective Deposition

Presented by Seth I. Fields, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
Attorney Seth I. Fields, a seasoned litigator talks about depositions and how to both take and defend a deposition more effectively.  He also discusses the importance of proper instructions READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
Attorney Seth I. Fields, a seasoned litigator talks about depositions and how to both take and defend a deposition more effectively.  He also discusses the importance of proper instructions at the start of a deposition to the witness, as well as proper questioning and objections and how to structure a deposition to elicit the necessary testimony.  He also discusses how to avoid certain pitfalls.
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Matrimonial Practice 101

Matrimonial Practice 101

Presented by Ravi Cattry, Esq., Hon. Maureen McHugh Heitner, Christina Marino, Esq., Hon. Margaret Parisi McGowan


Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
A roundtable discussion with judges and practitioners regarding the basics of matrimonial law and best practices for obtaining a divorce in Queens County. The program discusses all issues th READ MORE

Hours – 2.0 Professional Practice
A roundtable discussion with judges and practitioners regarding the basics of matrimonial law and best practices for obtaining a divorce in Queens County. The program discusses all issues that can be resolved in a matrimonial matter and the various routes that can be taken to obtain a divorce.
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More Than Just Notorious - The Remarkable Ruth Bader Ginsburg

More Than Just Notorious – The Remarkable Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Presented by Rudolph Carmenaty, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Honoring the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Discussing the four phases of Ruth from RGB, the woman to RGB, the judge and cultural icon. READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
Honoring the legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Discussing the four phases of Ruth from RGB, the woman to RGB, the judge and cultural icon.
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Age Bias in the Legal Field

Age Bias in the Legal Field

Presented by Anne-Louise DePalo, Esq., Soukaina Sourouri, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
The program provide insight as to how age bias has effected them as newly practicing attorneys, how it continues to effect attorneys with several years of practice, and how to avoid it in yo READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
The program provide insight as to how age bias has effected them as newly practicing attorneys, how it continues to effect attorneys with several years of practice, and how to avoid it in your workplace.
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Avoiding Financial Fraud and Scams at Your Law Firm Presentation

Avoiding Financial Fraud and Scams at Your Law Firm

Presented by Nicholas Beardi, Christopher Brescia, Esq., Amy B. Goldsmith, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection
Join attorneys Amy B. Goldsmith and Judith Bachman and insurance broker Gordon Coyle as they explore the intricacies of cyber security laws and regulations and cyber insurance. Learn about t READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection
Join attorneys Amy B. Goldsmith and Judith Bachman and insurance broker Gordon Coyle as they explore the intricacies of cyber security laws and regulations and cyber insurance. Learn about the mandatory policies and practices all lawyers and businesses must implement as set forth in New York’s SHIELD law. Explore what is required to request and keep cyber security insurance. You’ll take away an understanding of this evolving area of the law and strategies and tactics to protect you and your client’s personal and private information and confidential documents.
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Practical Considerations in Representing the (Un)Happily Married Couple

Practical Considerations in Representing the (Un)Happily Married Couple

Presented by Sharon L. Klein, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
Whether advising the (un)happily married clients before, during or after the (un)happy marriage, attorneys should be aware of important tools, techniques and other considerations in order to READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
Whether advising the (un)happily married clients before, during or after the (un)happy marriage, attorneys should be aware of important tools, techniques and other considerations in order to advantageously position their clients in the event of divorce. With the increasing overlap among professional disciplines, advisors have much to gain from having cross-disciplinary fluency.
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Nuts and Bolts of Immigration Court Practice

Nuts and Bolts of Immigration Court Practice

Presented by Melissa Desvarieux, Esq., Carmelia Taylor, Esq.


Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
This program will give lawyers new to immigration removal defense and seasoned practitioner seeking to learn additional insight in strategies for cases brought before the immigration Court. READ MORE

Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
This program will give lawyers new to immigration removal defense and seasoned practitioner seeking to learn additional insight in strategies for cases brought before the immigration Court. It begins by exploring the intake process, how to take pleadings, how to determine and apply for forms of relief, as well as post-hearing strategies.
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The Danger Zone - The Intersection of Stress and Ethics

The Danger Zone: The Intersection of Stress and Ethics

Presented by Andrea E. Bonina, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Ethics and Professionalism
Stress and anxiety can impact judgment, professional performance, and organization. This can lead to errors that have ethical implications. Andrea Bonina, Esq. discusses what you can do to m READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Ethics and Professionalism
Stress and anxiety can impact judgment, professional performance, and organization. This can lead to errors that have ethical implications. Andrea Bonina, Esq. discusses what you can do to manage your stress and stay compliant with the Rules of Professional Conduct.
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Litigating Domestic Violence Cases

Litigating Domestic Violence Cases

Presented by Hon. Diego A. Freire, Keisha A. Godfrey, Esq., Mary Kate Quinn, Esq., Juwairiyyah Ubaid, Esq., Juanita E. Wing, Esq.


Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
This program explores Navigating Domestic Violence Cases in Criminal Court and Family Court. The Presenters share their respective perspectives and experience in this area. READ MORE

Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
This program explores Navigating Domestic Violence Cases in Criminal Court and Family Court. The Presenters share their respective perspectives and experience in this area.
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Crisis in the Courts - Domestic Violence, Counsel Fees and Equitable Distribution

Crisis in the Courts – Domestic Violence, Counsel Fees and Equitable Distribution

Presented by Dolores Gebhardt, Esq., Kathleen E. McKay, Ph.D., Hon. Esther Morgenstern


Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
The program focuses on the various perspectives of those who work in domestic violence. For example, Honorable Esther Morgenstern addresses the Integrated Domestic Violence Court system whic READ MORE

Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
The program focuses on the various perspectives of those who work in domestic violence. For example, Honorable Esther Morgenstern addresses the Integrated Domestic Violence Court system which she spearheaded herself. She presents the different aspects of IDV and how it impacts survivors of domestic violence. Dolores Gebhardt, Esq., focuses on the practitioner’s point of view and has in depth materials on counsel fees and equitable distribution in in relation to domestic violence and the legal services and laws that are available to survivors of domestic violence. Dr. Kathleen E. McKay presents the mental health perspective on survivors of domestic violence and touch upon the various forms of abuse including financial abuse.
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Introduction and Overview of Selected Criminal-Immigration Issues

Introduction and Overview of Selected Criminal-Immigration Issues

Presented by George A. Terezakis, Esq.


Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
Anyone placed into deportation-removal proceedings should be represented by an attorney experienced in deportation defense; if they have prior arrests and convictions, that attorney should a READ MORE

Hours – 1.5 Professional Practice
Anyone placed into deportation-removal proceedings should be represented by an attorney experienced in deportation defense; if they have prior arrests and convictions, that attorney should also be well-versed in the complex interplay between criminal and immigration law. This program provides practice pointers for criminal defense counsel representing non-citizens, as well as for counsel defending non-citizens in deportation removal proceedings. Wholistic representation commences before a client is even placed in those proceedings. Whether a client has legal status in the U.S., or lacks that status; whether the client has prior convictions, or faces criminal charges for the first time; we will review some of the steps that can be taken before their being placed into deportation to prepare them for those proceedings. We will also review important steps to be taken once a client is placed into deportation proceedings.
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Appellate Practice Tips and Strategies

Appellate Practice Tips and Strategies

Presented by Stephen Bergstein, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
Learn how to identify issues for appeal, prepare a compelling brief, argue before an appellate panel, and prepare the case in the lower court in the event the case reaches an appellate court READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
Learn how to identify issues for appeal, prepare a compelling brief, argue before an appellate panel, and prepare the case in the lower court in the event the case reaches an appellate court. The speaker has briefed and/or argued more than 200 appeals in the state and federal appellate courts, and was among counsel of record in Bostock v. Clayton County, 590 U.S. 644 (2020), which held for the first time that Title VII prohibits employment discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation.
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Effective and Ethical Marketing Strategies for Women Lawyers Presentation

Effective and Ethical Marketing Strategies for Women Lawyers

Presented by Jacqueline Harounian, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Ethics and Professionalism
Marketing is essential to your legal career whether you are looking to bring in more clients, advance within your firm, or position yourself for new opportunities. The key to successful mark READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Ethics and Professionalism
Marketing is essential to your legal career whether you are looking to bring in more clients, advance within your firm, or position yourself for new opportunities. The key to successful marketing is to build a strong personal brand that helps you stand out in a positive way. In this webinar, learn how to determine your personal brand and what tactics will enable you to effectively promote your brand within the confines of attorney ethical rules.
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50-50 Custody and its Impact on Child Support

50-50 Custody and its Impact on Child Support

Presented by Michael Daab, Esq., Amanda Reilly, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This program outlines the various aspects of custody, particularly 50-50 custody and how the 50-50 schedule has an impact on who pays child support in a shared custody arrangement. The progr READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This program outlines the various aspects of custody, particularly 50-50 custody and how the 50-50 schedule has an impact on who pays child support in a shared custody arrangement. The program recites the relevant case law applicable to 50-50 custody and child support and the law spans across the four New York Judicial Departments. This CLE course is a reliable source of case law and the current law for family law and matrimonial practitioners regarding the effect of child support by a true split custody arrangement.
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Privacy Law Presentation

Understanding and Navigating Privacy Law in New York

Presented by Laila Varcie, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection
This one-hour CLE provides a comprehensive overview of key privacy laws impacting New York attorneys and their clients. The session covers critical frameworks like the New York SHIELD Act, G READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Cybersecurity, Privacy and Data Protection
This one-hour CLE provides a comprehensive overview of key privacy laws impacting New York attorneys and their clients. The session covers critical frameworks like the New York SHIELD Act, GDPR, and HIPAA, with a focus on compliance, data breach notification requirements, and emerging trends in privacy law. Attorneys will also learn about their ethical obligations for safeguarding client information under New York’s Rules of Professional Conduct. Practical tips and strategies will be provided to help attorneys navigate privacy risks and maintain compliance.
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Niche Presentation

Creating and Maintaining a Niche Legal Practice as a Women Attorney

Presented by Lisa Herman, Esq., Carolyn Reinach Wolf, Esq.


Hours – 2.0 Practice Management
Starting a niche legal practice: building on past experiences to create a niche practice while maintaining work/life balance. Networking and learning to step outsi READ MORE

Hours – 2.0 Practice Management
Starting a niche legal practice: building on past experiences to create a niche practice while maintaining work/life balance. Networking and learning to step outside your comfort zone will also be addressed.

 
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Anxiety Presentation

Addressing Anxiety in the Courtroom for Women Lawyers

Presented by Renee Pardo, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
This program addresses the concept of anxious lawyering and provides specific tools focusing on techniques a lawyer can use in the courtroom, and in case preparati READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
This program addresses the concept of anxious lawyering and provides specific tools focusing on techniques a lawyer can use in the courtroom, and in case preparation to support an anxious brain from going “off-line” at the worst possible times. This program goes through the steps for any type of court appearance and how to prepare open, direct, and cross examination and closing argument with these tools in mind, to help guard against anxiety.
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Hybrid Presentation

The Hybrid Professional: Enhancing Communication and Networking Skills

Presented by Giulia R. Marino, Esq., Denisse S. Mira, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This program is designed to help participants enhance their communication and networking skills in today’s hybrid work environment. Attendees will gain practical READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This program is designed to help participants enhance their communication and networking skills in today’s hybrid work environment. Attendees will gain practical tools to develop effective communication techniques and foster meaningful connections, empowering them to advance their careers in this dynamic era.
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Next Level Success Presentation

Next Level Success: Achieving Leadership Goals and Negotiating for Yourself

Presented by Gail J. Cummings, JD, MSS, LCSW, Diane M. Dwyer, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
Leadership is not as much determined by your title as by the way you take charge and lead. Remember, no one will take better care of your career than you will. Thi READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
Leadership is not as much determined by your title as by the way you take charge and lead. Remember, no one will take better care of your career than you will. This includes how you self-advocate for case assignments, salary, first chair opportunities and access to talent to support your work. Research shows that women lawyers are at our best when we are negotiating or “asking” for something on behalf of others. That significantly changes, however, when we ask for ourselves. We find ourselves challenged – often not asking at all—and instead, wait to be noticed and justly compensated or awarded for our hard work and excellent performance. Unfortunately, the workplace does not work that way; we must step up.

We are operating in a system with a long history of pay inequity and power imbalance, and we are not able on our own to change that. However, if we make our individual voices heard and better advocate for ourselves, we can take our success to the next level and achieve what we want, need and deserve. Focusing on the key elements of negotiation and owning your excellence, we will explore step-by-step methods to negotiate for success.

 
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Contacts to Connections Presentation

Contacts to Connections: Strategies for Growing Relationships that Drive Success

Presented by Victoria Serigano, Esq., Ivy Slater


Hours – 1.0 Practice Management
In today’s fast-paced and competitive legal landscape, success isn’t just about technical expertise or winning cases—it’s also about relationships. “Your READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Practice Management
In today’s fast-paced and competitive legal landscape, success isn’t just about technical expertise or winning cases—it’s also about relationships. “Your network is your net worth” is more than a catchy phrase; it’s a business principle that underscores the value of connections in building a sustainable and thriving career. Your network helps build clients, referrals partners, career opportunities and more. Join Ivy Slater to create your strategy to grow your network and learn the tips and tricks in creating the valued long-term relationship that result in success.
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Employee Handbook Presentation

Employee Handbook Essentials for Lawyers and Law Firms

Presented by Anna S. M. McCarthy, Esq., Stacey E. Trien, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This CLE will apprise attendees of legally required provisions in employee handbooks and recommended provisions unique to law firms relating to client confidential READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Professional Practice
This CLE will apprise attendees of legally required provisions in employee handbooks and recommended provisions unique to law firms relating to client confidentiality, social media, and cyber security.
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Handling Employee Complaints

Handling Employee Complaints of Sexual Harassment Under Title IX

Presented by Kate Nearpass, Esq.


Hours – 0.5 Professional Practice, 0.5 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
This program will provide guidance to attorneys who advise educational institutions on employee complaints of sexual misconduct that may fall under Title IX. With READ MORE

Hours – 0.5 Professional Practice, 0.5 Diversity, Inclusion and Elimination of Bias
This program will provide guidance to attorneys who advise educational institutions on employee complaints of sexual misconduct that may fall under Title IX. With the many recent changes to the Title IX landscape, including to the definitions of sexual harassment and scope of Title IX, this session will provide an overview of which complaints must be handled under Title IX, how the Title IX process intersects with typical HR investigation processes in unionized and non-unionized environments, and provide practical tips for investigating and resolving these complaints as efficiently and effectively as possible.
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Commanding the Room Presentation

Commanding the Room: Strategic Communication & Conflict Management

Presented by Robyn Hatcher, Michele S. Mirman, Esq.


Hours – 1.0 Skills
Putting your best foot forward starts with the first words out of your mouth: what you say, when you say it, and how you say it. This virtual presentation will foc READ MORE

Hours – 1.0 Skills
Putting your best foot forward starts with the first words out of your mouth: what you say, when you say it, and how you say it. This virtual presentation will focus on upping your verbal game, so that you can present your case and yourself in the best light to get the most out of every negotiation and presentation.
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