
CPLR Update 2019
Presented by Hon. Devin P. Cohen
2 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
This program is a must for attorneys litigating in the New York State Courts! Join us for this comprehensive update on NY’s Civil Practice Law and Rules. Topics will include significant rece … READ MORE

How #MeToo is Changing the Legal Landscape
Presented by Gena Usenheimer, Esq. & Nila Merola, Esq.
2 Hours/Credits – 1 Ethics; 1 Diversity, Inclusion and the Elimination of Bias
Over 17 Million women have reported sexual assault since 1998. October 2018 marked the one-year anniversary of the #MeToo movement’s elevation into the national spotlight. In this presenta … READ MORE

2018 Bankruptcy Update
Presented by David J. Doyaga, Sr. Esq. & Gregory M. Messer, Esq.
2.5 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
Topics include: Recent developments and trends; Update on exemptions and increased amounts; New significant cases: Chapter 7; Chapter 13 update … READ MORE

Matrimonial Mediation: What’s in it for Me?
Presented by Dan Weitz – Director, Professional and Court Services; Statewide ADR, Division of Court Operations; Lisa Courtney – Statewide ADR Coordinator, Office of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR); Jennifer J. Foley, Esq. Elena Karabatos, Esq. Charles M. Newman, Esq.
2 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
An introduction to mediation in Matrimonial and Family Law matters in Kings County. Lear … READ MORE

Providing Culturally Competent Services to the LGBTQ+ Community
Presented by Christina Golkin, Esq.
1 Hours/Credits – Diversity, Inclusion & the Elimination of Bias
As attorneys we are charged with not only understanding and addressing the evolving legal needs of our clients, but also with serving each client in a unique and culturally sensitive way. Th … READ MORE

Persuasive Public Speaking
Presented by Gregory Esposito, Esq., Stacee Mandeville
2 Hours/Credits – Skills
Do you stand behind what you say in court and give the words you recite weight and conviction? Part of speaking and advocating persuasively requires having a point of view on your client’s … READ MORE

Practical Tips For Avoiding Grievances
Presented by Richard A. Klass, Esq., Andrea E. Bonina, Esq., Pery D. Krinsky, Esq., Daniel R. Antonelli, Esq.
2 Hours/Credits – Ethics
A panel discussion featuring Ethics practitioners and Grievance Committee members. … READ MORE

1031 Exchanges From Basics to Advanced
Presented by Vicki Gail Price, Esq., Peter Kempner, Esq., Peter Sanders, Esq., Robin Bernstein, Esq., Hon. Bruce Scheckowitz
2 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
This course will cover: Section 8 programs, Their differences and the requirements for
bringing actions, What to do when the tenant has passed away, Tenant defenses to holdover proceedings, … READ MORE

Writing for Lawyers Getting it Written and Right
Presented by Hon. Gerry Lebovits
3 Hours/Credits – 2.5 Skills; 0.5 Ethics
Topics Include:- Writing Bad Briefs: How to Lose a Case in 100 Pages or More- Persuasive Writing for Lawyers- Persuading the Judge Through Writing: How to Win- Do’s, Don’ts, and Maybes: Lega … READ MORE

Hot Topics in Estate Planning
Presented by Hon. John Ingram, Dewey Golkin, Esq, Ellyn Kravitz, Esq., Gary Elias, Esq.
2 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
This seminar will explore estate planning techniques and strategies in light of a changing regulatory and tax environment. … READ MORE

Breaking Up Is Hard To Do-Termination of the Attorney/Client Relationship:Prevention, Planning, Procedure
Presented by Moderator: Daniel Antonelli, Esq. Faculty: Kaylin Whittingham, Esq. & Richard A. Klass, Esq.
2 Hours/Credits – 1 Professional Practive, 1 Ethics
This course will cover: 1. Strategies for reducing attorney-client break-ups; 2. Retainer … READ MORE

The Tenant Protection Act Of 2019: New Housing Court Rules
Presented by Michael Rosenthal, Hal Rose, Peter Sanders, Michele Slochowsky Hering, David Troupp
2 Hours/Credits – Professional Practice
An examination of the array of new laws regarding landlord-tenant matters that were passed on June 14, 2019. … READ MORE