Lowenstein's Justice Barry T. Albin (Ret.), Matthew Boxer, Christopher Porrino, Chief Judge Freda L. Wolfson (Ret.), Michael A. Kaplan, Rasmeet K. Chahil, Amanda K. Cipriano, and Alessandra M. Moore are speaking at the New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Meeting & Convention. 

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Panel: Making Moves: Transition to Practice

Making the transition from law school to a practicing attorney is an intense learning curve. Learn from people who have been in your shoes to find out the tips, strategies and skills they need to succeed and thrive.

Moderator:


Speakers:

  • Alessandra M. Moore, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Caroline Braga, Esq., Saiber LLC
  • Michael R. Griffith, Esq., Mazie Slater Katz & Freeman, LLC
  • Christopher L. Jackson, Esq., Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney, PC
  • Zachary Posess, Esq., Gibbons PC
  • Maralee Sanders, Esq., Hartmann Doherty Rosa Berman & Bulbulia
  • May Wedlund, Esq., Jalloh & Jalloh, LLC

Time: 3:45–5:15 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: Criminal Justice Reform: A Renewed Look 10 Years After Bail Reform

Ten years ago, the Supreme Court issued a report that led to criminal justice reform. A new report issued by the Reconvened Joint Committee on Criminal Justice studied those reforms and a new set of recommendations were issued. Speakers will talk about CJR then and now and the discuss pending policy changes and legislation to address what works and what doesn’t.

Speakers:

  • Christopher Porrino, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Hon. Ernest M. Caposela, J.S.C., Passaic
  • Parimal Garg, Esq., Chief Counsel, New Jersey Office of the Governor
  • John Koufos, Arnold Ventures
  • William Reynolds, Esq., Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office

Time: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: Key Insights on White-Collar Criminal and Regulatory Investigations & Defense

Join a panel of experienced current and former state and federal prosecutors who break down how to best handle and defend white-collar criminal and regulatory investigations and matters.

Moderator:

  • Ricardo Solano, Jr., Esq., Gibbons, PC

Speakers:

  • Matthew Boxer, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Christopher D. Adams, Esq., Greenbaum Rowe Smith & Davis
  • Desiree L. Grace, Chief, Criminal Division, United States Attorney’s Office, District of New Jersey
  • Jenny Kramer, Esq., Alston & Bird LLP
  • Jennifer Mara, Esq., Baldassare & Mara LLC

Time: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: The Case for Using Mediators, Arbitrators and Special Masters in the State and Federal Courts

Join a panel of judges and experienced practitioners as they discuss the reasons why and the best opportunities to use an arbitrator, mediator or special master to help resolve a case. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each and what tips, tricks and strategies practitioners need to know.

Moderator:

  • Thomas P. Scrivo, Esq., O'Toole Scrivo LLC

Speakers:

  • Rasmeet K. Chahil, Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Hon. Thomas M. Moore, P.J.Cv., Essex
  • Hon. Peter E. Doyne, A.J.S.C. (Ret.), Ferro Labella & Zucker LLC
  • Hon. Noel L. Hillman, U.S.D.C., (Ret.), Gibbons PC
  • Stuart Reiser, Esq., Shapiro Croland Reiser Apfel & Di Iorio, LLP
  • Vincent Miranda, Dun & Bradstreet

Time: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: How Appealing: Tricks of the Trade in Appellate Practice

Join esteemed appellate jurists and practitioners as they present a seminar in which they highlight the best practices for representing your clients on appeal.

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Speakers:

  • Hon. Greta Gooden Brown, J.A.D.
  • Hon. Jack M. Sabatino, P.J.A.D.
  • Bruce D. Greenberg Esq., Lite DePalma Greenberg & Afanador
  • Lawrence S. Lustberg, Esq., Gibbons PC
  • Hon. Joseph A. Greenaway, Jr. (Ret.), Arnold & Porter LLP

Time: 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: Navigating the Ethical Challenges of ADR through the Eyes of Former Judges

With a rise in case filings straining New Jersey's federal and state courts, retired judges are increasingly sought after as mediators and special masters. Our esteemed panel, comprising former New Jersey federal judges, including a former Chief Judge of the District, a state court judge, and a former Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court, will explore modern ethical challenges in mediation and special master roles. Topics include standards for neutrals, disclosure obligations, ethical considerations for advocates in alternative dispute settings, confidentiality, and the overarching principles of good faith expected outside the courtroom.

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Speakers:

  • Chief Judge Freda L. Wolfson (Ret.), Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Hon. James Zazzali, Chief Justice, New Jersey Supreme Court (Ret.), Gibbons PC
  • Hon. Douglas E. Arpert (Ret.), Walsh Pizzi O’Reilly Falanga LLP
  • Hon. Harriet Derman, J.S.C. (Ret.), Harriet Derman, Esq., LLC

Time: 1:30–3 p.m. ET

Thursday, May 16, 2024
Panel: Your Adversary Did What? Exploring the Line Between Zealous Advocacy and Outrageous Conduct in Depositions

This panel will consider the rules of conduct in deposition under the federal and state rules, using reallife examples of conduct in depositions that necessitated court intervention. In addition to discussing the governing rules, panelists will discuss how to best respond (if at all) to conduct that tests the bounds of advocacy and civility.

Moderator:

Speakers:

  • Justice Barry T. Albin (Ret.), Lowenstein Sandler LLP
  • Hon. Evelyn Padin, U.S.D.J.
  • Hon. Karen M. Cassidy, A.J.S.C. (Ret.), Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold & Mangan LLC
  • Hon. Marlene Lynch Ford, A.J.S.C., Ocean (Ret.), Keefe Law Firm
  • Christine A. Amalfe, Esq., Gibbons PC, NJSBA First Vice President

Time: 3:30–5 p.m. ET

Conference Location: Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, Atlantic City, NJ

*Disclaimer: This event is open to the public but requires a registration fee.

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