2024 Mid-Year Meeting Continuing Legal Education Seminars

Mid-Year Meeting Continuing Legal Education Seminars

Please read on for details about the stellar continuing legal education seminars that will be offered – many with an Irish twist to ensure that attendees can learn the latest about developments in the law in New Jersey and abroad. The speakers will include judges, practice area experts, scholars and subject-area thought leaders.

The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Movement 

This program will analyze the Northern Ireland civil rights era (1968-72) and how the civil rights movement in Northern Ireland modeled the U.S. civil rights movement by challenging societal inequality through nonviolent protest. It will look at the reforms the movement achieved and why the movement ultimately failed will be considered.

The Northern Ireland Civil Rights Association sought to end housing and employment discrimination, institute a one-person-one-vote system, and end gerrymandering of electoral districts. The disbandment of the Ulster Special Constabulary militia and repeal of the Special Powers Act were NICRA’s other goals. The government responded by perpetuating religious, political, and cultural discrimination and utilizing emergency laws to repress peaceful protesters.

The program will be of interest to attorneys wanting to learn more about nonviolent protest movements and human rights law.

Moderator:
Hon. Edward M. Neafsey

Speaker:
Richard F. Klineburger III, Klineburger & Nussey

Immigration and Ireland 

Join this program to dive into the history of immigration and emigration from Ireland and what is happening today. The discussion will include highlights of the causes of emigration from Ireland; compare and contrast the U.S. asylum process today; examine how Americans of Irish ancestry can become Irish citizens; and how to hire Irish citizens to work stateside.

Moderator:
Hon. Dorothy Harbeck, U.S.I.J.*

Speakers:
Lauren Anselowitz, Harlan York & Associates
Hon. Susan Girardo Roy (former), Law Office of Susan G. Roy, LLC
*speaking in her personal capacity, only

AI, Ethics, Legal Malpractice – How to Avoid the Malevolent Consequences of the Witches Brew

What is artificial intelligence? What is generative AI? How is machine learning different from artificial intelligence? They are all areas of ethical concern. The use of artificial intelligence in the legal profession raises several ethical considerations for lawyers. While AI can provide valuable support to legal practitioners, it is essential for lawyers to remain mindful of their professional obligations and ethical duties. Some of the key ethical considerations include: confidentiality, competence and diligence, supervision, communication, avoiding the unauthorized practice of law, billing, bias and fairness, and responsibility and accountability.

Moderator:
Miles S. Winder, NJSBA Past President

Speakers:
Robert Hille, Greenbaum, Rowe, Smith & Davis, NJSBA Past President
Mike Mooney, USI Affinity
Glennon Troublefield, Carella Byrne Cecchi Olstein Brody & Agnello, NJSBA Second Vice President

Current Developments in International Mediation and Arbitration

Success in international business requires dispute resolution solutions that provide process fairness and confidence in recovery. International arbitration has long been a popular option and international treaties provide an avenue to enforce awards. There is also increasing interest and new developments in enforcement of mediated agreements in the international arena. A panel of seasoned arbitrators, mediators and practitioners will cover the latest in international ADR practice, with a focus on some innovations in New Jersey to enhance mediation.

Moderator:
Richard H. Steen, Richard H. Steen LLC, NJSBA Past President

Speakers:
Suzanne M. McSorley, Stevens & Lee
Robert J. Mac Pherson, Cokinos|Young
Timothy J. De Haut, Giordano, Halleran & Ciesla

Labor Law Update

Join us for the latest updates in labor and employment law, with the special perspective of how these issues play out in Ireland.

Moderator:
Peter L. Frattarelli, Archer & Greiner PC

Speaker:
John L. Shahdanian II, Trenk Isabel Siddiqi & Shahdanian PC

Inclusive Wellness: Empowering All Attorneys Through Cultural Awareness

Moderator:
Lori Buza, Rutgers Law School, KSBranigan Law PC

Speaker:
Cheyne R. Scott, Chasan Lamparello Mallon & Cappuzzo PC

Federal Practice Insights for New Jersey Practitioners

This is a chance for New Jersey practitioners to learn about all-things federal practice. Our seminar will dig into the use of magistrate judges, the mediation and arbitration programs in the U.S. District Court of New Jersey, and the latest updates from the federal courts that New Jersey lawyers need to know.

Moderator:
Dennis Gleason, Jardim Meisner & Susser, P.C.

Speakers:
Joseph L. Linares, Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP

ADDITIONAL SEMINARS

The Mid-Year Meeting will also feature seminars exploring the latest developments in civil, criminal, and family law, as well as a comparative look at the judiciaries at home and in Ireland, and other key issues facing the profession. Registered attendees who wish to speak should contact [email protected].

HOTEL:
The Mid-Year Meeting will be headquartered at The Shelbourne Hotel, right on St. Stephen’s Green. It is a historic landmark hotel in the heart of Dublin. It is only a short walk from Trinity College, Grafton Street, the National Gallery, National Museum and National Library. It was built in 1824 and is a national treasure and Georgian masterpiece. Ireland’s 1922 Constitution was drafted in its rooms. The NJSBA will have a block of rooms for 520 euros/night available.

The deadline to book a room is Sept. 4, and at least one adult in each room must pay Mid-Year Meeting registration fees.