Welcome to the Legal Profession – A CLE Event for Recently Admitted Attorneys

Tuition Rates:

– Members: $99
– Non-Members: $199

Congratulations on your recent admission to the New Jersey bar!

We at the New Jersey State Bar Association/New Jersey Institute for Continuing Legal Education welcome you to the profession for a day designed for recently admitted lawyers. You’ll fulfill your “recent admit” CLE requirements, meet colleagues and hear a special panel of leaders discuss what they wish they knew when they were starting out in the profession. You will also receive materials that you can reference throughout your career and practical information to set you on the road to success.

Fulfill your new attorney requirements with a combination of interactive live programs and recorded on-demand seminars. Choose one live seminar in the morning and one in the afternoon for six credits. Everyone registered will also receive a library of on-demand recorded courses that will fulfill the remaining 10 new admit credit requirements, including the New Jersey attorney trust and business accounting course. For more information about the credit requirements for every lawyer, click here.

Intro to Civil Trial Preparation

Join us for this program geared towards new attorneys to learn the essentials of civil trial prep. A Certified Civil Trial Attorney provides a thorough introduction to the civil trial process. Attendees will explore essential aspects of civil litigation, including pre-trial preparation, trial procedures, and post-trial activities. Be prepared for your civil trials. Register today!

Program Agenda:
9:00 | Taking the Case
9:20 | Pleading Practice – Complaints and Answers
9:40 | Discovery
10:30 | Break
10:40 | Motion Practice
11:15 | Expert Witnesses
11:50 | Final Pre-Trial Preparation
12:00 | Adjourn

Presenter:
– Shawn C. Huber, Esq., Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney, Brown & Connery, LLP

Intro to Criminal Trial

This “how to” primer will take you step-by-step through the criminal trial process in New Jersey. It covers key topics such as case preparation, jury selection, opening statements, presenting evidence, and closing arguments. Attendees will also gain practical insights into courtroom strategies and common pitfalls to avoid.

Presenters:
– Hon. Sohail Mohammed, P.J.Cr., Superior Court of New Jersey – Passaic Vicinage
– Hon. Angelo J. Onofri, J.S.C., Superior Court of New Jersey – Mercer Vicinage
– Robert J. Brass, Esq., Dugi, Hewit & Domalewski, Cranford
– Robert D. Laurino, Esq., Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, Special Deputy Attorney General

Intro to Residential Real Estate 

Join us for a thorough introduction to the fundamental principles and practical aspects of residential real estate law in New Jersey. This program is designed specifically to help newly admitted attorneys develop the tools needed to navigate complex real estate transactions with confidence. Walk away with a strong foundation in New Jersey residential real estate law while gaining practical insight into each stage of a transaction: from understanding essential documents and anticipating common issues to managing closings, title concerns, and more.

Presenters:
– Michael J. Fichera, Jr., Esq., Avenue Law Firm
– Robert Zebaida, The Zebaida Group
– Paula M. Zwiren, JD, MBA, CTP, Zwiren Title Agency, Inc.

Intro to Administrative

This program will provide an overview of preparing and presenting administrative law cases at both the state and federal level. The panel will open with a discussion of the types of cases that are heard at the Office of Administrative Law, and then delve into how to handle an administrative case from entering an appearance through final decision and appeal. Our distinguished panel of administrative law practitioners joined by Acting Director and Chief Administrative Law Judge Barry E. Moscowitz will offer invaluable insight into administrative law practice and the hearing process.

Presenters:
– Hon. Barry E. Moscowitz, Acting Director & Chief Administrative Law Judge, Office of Administrative Law
– Andrew W. Li, Esq., Comegno Law Group
– Arsen S. Zartarian, Esq., Cleary Giacobbe Alfieri Jacobs, LLC

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Important Information About Our Events, Meetings, and More:
To secure your spot and receive important updates about our events, meetings, and other gatherings, such as schedule changes, remember to register in advance.

Digital Materials & Environmental Commitment: As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability, unless otherwise noted, all seminar materials are provided as digital downloads. You can access these materials through:

• The “My Links” section at the top of our website for in-person or online events
• Or, for online programs, the event access link included in your joining instructions

Cancellation and Refund Policy:
If you need to cancel your registration and are not transferring to another program or date, please submit a written request to us at least three business days before the event, meeting, or gathering. You will receive a refund minus a $20.00 cancellation fee. No refunds or registration changes will be issued within three business days of the event, meeting, or gathering.

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Registered participants will be notified of any schedule changes. For updates regarding inclement weather, please check your email or visit NJSBA.com.

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Scholarship & Financial Assistance Policy:
Read our Scholarship & Financial Assistance Policy and submit an Application here: https://njsba.com/njicle/cle-programs/scholarship/