The Hartford County Bar Association presents
Update on New Laws and Rules For Attorneys and Clients
Thursday, September 30, 2021, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
This program is presented via Zoom
CT CLE Credit: 1.5
About the Program
This annual CLE program will provide an overview of significant new laws enacted by the Connecticut General Assembly and key Practice Book changes recently adopted by the judges of the Superior Court. It is ideal for solo, small firm and general practitioners.
A panel consisting of two lawyer-legislators and a Superior Court judge will discuss:
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Significant new laws affecting various practice areas such as civil and criminal law and procedure, public health and safety, elections, consumer protection, environment, labor and employment, planning and development, and court operations.
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Fiscal impact of the pandemic on the state budget, revenue, taxes, and spending for state agencies and programs, Superior Court staffing, operations and services for attorneys and clients.
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New Superior Court rules concerning civil practice and procedure and amendments to the Rules of Professional Conduct adopted June 11, 2021, most of which take effect January 1, 2022. Status of court operations, reopening courts, jury trials and remote hearings in civil, family and criminal matters. Update on minimum continuing legal education.
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What to expect from the General Assembly and state government in 2022 for policy and legislation, the state budget, and regulations concerning civil law, practice and procedure.
This program will provide all attorneys with practical information to remain current and informed about significant new laws, policies and recent changes to the rules of practice.
Panelists:
Hon. James W. Abrams, Chief Administrative Judge for Civil Matters, New Haven Judicial District
Rep. Vincent J. Candelora (86th Dist.-North Branford), House Republican Leader
Rep. Matthew D. Ritter (1st Dist.-Hartford), Speaker of the House of Representatives; Partner, Shipman & Goodwin LLP
Moderator:
Matthew P. Hallisey, Matthew Hallisey Government Affairs, LLC, Glastonbury; Member, Hartford County Bar Association
This is a Zoom Webinar
Meeting information will be
emailed to you 1 day prior to program
HCBA Member $45 (with 2021-2022 dues paid in full)
Non-Member $70
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