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CLE- Applying an Equity Lens to Pro Bono
2022-04-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
CLE PROGRAM: applying an equity
lens to pro bono
april 5, 2022
The Pro Bono and Community Service Committee present a CLE Program:
Applying an Equity Lens to Pro Bono
Speakers: Abja Midha, Executive Director, Volunteers of Legal Service (VOLS) and
Kerri-Ann Wright, Director of Training & Professional Development, Civil Practice,
The Legal Aid Society
April 5, 2022, 2:00 p.m., via Zoom
Click here for more info and to RSVP.

Stigma's Impact on People with Addiction
2022-04-06 12:30 - 14:00
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2022: 12:30-2:00 PM
STIGMA’S IMPACT ON PEOPLE WITH ADDICTION
Presenters
Patricia Lincourt, Associate Commissioner for Addiction Treatment Recovery Services – Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS)
Hon. Keri Savona, Ulster County Family Treatment Court
This presentation will provide an overview of stigma towards people with addiction. The presentation is interactive and will invite audience members to evaluate their own reactions to scenarios depicting people with addiction within a family court setting. Professional and paraprofessional staff within court and treatment settings often know much more than the average person about the nature of addiction, including the genetic, biological, social and psychological contributors that combine to make individuals more or less vulnerable to addiction. They are also aware of the science supporting our understanding of addiction as a chronic disease. However, all of us are also exposed to myths about addiction, presumptions and judgments about people who become dependent on substances. This presentation will challenge some of these assumptions about people with addiction and aims to reduce reactions based on biases and stigma. We will also consider the impact of social judgments and stigma on individuals who are working towards recovery.

CLE- All About Ethics Jeopardy
2022-04-07 17:00 - 18:30
Professional Ethics Committee presents

All About Ethics Jeopardy CLE

Sponsored by

April 7, 2022

5:00 – 6:15 pm

Join us for an interactive program on a discussion of the New York Rules of Professional Conduct. Categories will focus on ethical issues, then provide the corresponding “questions.” Topics will include Conflict of Interest, Maintenance of Bank Accounts, Advertising and Duties to Clients.

Speakers:

Natoya L. McGhie, Esq.

Lesley E. Niebel, Esq.
1.0 CLE Credits
(Ethics and Professionalism)
(Transitional / Non-Transitional)

Cost:
Free to Members
Non-Members – $40

R.S.V.P. by April 1, 2022

https://solutionsplusonline.formstack.com/forms/wbasny_cle_program_registration

WBASNY is certified by the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board as an Accredited Provider of continuing legal education in the State of New York. Program approval is pending for a maximum of 1.0 transitional/non-transitional credit hours which can be applied toward the Ethics & Professionalism requirement.​

Financial hardship scholarship: Full and partial scholarships for this program based on financial need are available. A written request must be forwarded to the WBASNY President, Post Office Box 936, New York, NY 10024-0546 or events@wbasny.org. All requests are confidential.

Law and Medicine Dinner
2022-04-07 17:30 - 18:30
Law and Medicine Dinner – IN PERSON

Panel Discussion Theme: Advocacy for the Elderly

Thursday, April 7th

5:30pm

Scholar/Collegian Hotel

Registration coming soon!

Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
2022-04-07 17:30 - 18:30
Women’s Bar Association of Orange and Sullivan Counties

Please join us for our
Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
honoring our 2022 Award Recipients

Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 5:30pm
Palacio Catering and Conference Center
1700 NY-17M, Goshen, New York

Outstanding New Attorney Award
Cynthia J. Hand, Esq.

Public Interest Attorney Award
Meagan Galligan, Esq.

Distinguished Member Award
The Honorable Hyun Chin Kim

$50/person
includes cocktails, appetizers, and dinner
Kindly RSVP to rsvp@wbaosc.org
Journal Ads: Full page $150.00; half page $80.00; quarter page $50.00
Send PDF to president@wbaosc.org no later than 3/18/22

Donation Request
At this event we will be collecting new and gently used suits and professional clothing along with hygiene and other personal care products
to benefit local domestic violence organization Fearless! Hudson Valley.
Please click here for a list of specific items to donate.
Please reach out to president@wbaosc.org with any questions.

We hope you will join us!

GRAWA Diversity Committee Meeting
2022-04-07 17:30 - 18:30
Diversity Committee Meeting at 5:30pm
Diversity Committee meeting on Zoom.
Please e-mail Erin at eelmouji@woodsoviatt.com to RSVP.

Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
2022-04-07 17:30 - 18:30
Women’s Bar Association of Orange and Sullivan Counties

Please join us for our
Annual Meeting and Awards Dinner
honoring our 2022 Award Recipients
Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 5:30pm
Palacio Catering and Conference Center
1700 NY-17M, Goshen, New York
Outstanding New Attorney Award
Cynthia J. Hand, Esq.
Public Interest Attorney Award
Meagan Galligan, Esq.
Distinguished Member Award
The Honorable Hyun Chin Kim
$50/person
includes cocktails, appetizers, and dinner
Kindly RSVP to rsvp@wbaosc.org
Donation Request
At this event we will be collecting new and gently used suits and professional clothing along with hygiene and other personal care products
to benefit local domestic violence organization Fearless! Hudson Valley.
Please click here for a list of specific items to donate.
Please reach out to president@wbaosc.org with any questions.
We hope you will join us!

Headshot Happy Hour
2022-04-07 17:30 - 19:30
Western New York Chapter

Members free! Kindly RSVP to Jenna McDonnell by March 31.
Non-members welcome, cost $40 payable here.

Lawyers for Learning Bowling is Back!
2022-04-11 08:00 - 17:00
Western New York Chapter

GRAWA Officers and Board of Directors Meeting
2022-04-12 08:30 - 10:00
GRAWA Officers and Board of Directors Meeting
8:30-10:00am

Lunch with Honorable Consuelo Mallafré Meléndez
2022-04-12 13:00 - 14:00
Brooklyn Chapter

RSVP HERE

CLE-Planning for the Next Chapter in Your Career
2022-04-12 18:00 - 19:00
Next Chapter – Career Transition Committee
presents

Planning for the Next
Chapter in Your Career CLE

April 12, 2022

6:00 – 7:00 pm

A career in law should be meaningful. It should give the attorney a sense of fulfillment. The last few years have presented challenges to many, including attorneys. If it is becoming apparent that a change in one’s practice, place of employment is desired or even needed, what strategies should be employed so any such transition is beneficial. Making a career change is a serious decision. Having the necessary tools is vital.

This year’s WBASNY platform is “Empowered Women Empowering Women.” The speakers, all empowered women in their own right, will share the steps taken to reach their career objective to date. The information presented will provide knowledge to assist one to embark on a path that will enable one to explore future career options and opportunities.

Speakers:

Claire P. Gutekunst, Esq.

Laurel R. Kretzing, Esq.

Amrita Mahabaleswara, Esq.

Morgan F. Mouchette, Esq.

1.0 CLE Credit
(Professional Practice)
(Transitional / Non-Transitional)

Cost:
Free to Members
Non-Members – $40

R.S.V.P. by April 8, 2022

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dBn8p7sjQxWyfKrN9BvW3A

Officers Zoom Meeting
2022-04-14 18:00 - 21:00
WBASNY

WBASNY Board of Directors Meeting
2022-04-15 08:00 - 17:00
WBASNY
Board of Directors Meeting
June 3, 2022

Our next scheduled board meeting will take place on Friday, June 3, 2022, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm at The Kartrite Resort and Indoor Waterpark, Monticello, New York. All Officers, Chapter Presidents, Directors, Committee Co-Chairs and Past Presidents should plan to attend.

Pursuant to the By-Laws of the Association, all Chapter Presidents and Committee Chairs are responsible for submitting to WBASNY a final year end summary report. All reports must be submitted to headquarters by May 6th. These reports will be distributed at the Board meeting. Chapter Presidents will be asked to give a short summary of their report at the Board meeting on June 3rd.

We thank you in advance for supporting our 43rd Convention. We are making our annual appeal to you as a member of the Board of Directors to contribute $50.00 for a Booster line in our commemorative journal. Click on the “Become a Sponsor Now” button below to support WBASNY with a booster line. We look forward to seeing you in Monticello at the beautiful Kartrite Resort and Indoor Waterpark.

Please confirm your attendance at the meeting by May 9th.

https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1741613-60CALb9Hge

CLE-Immigration Law 101
2022-04-20 13:00 - 14:30
Brooklyn Chapter

REGISTER HERE

NYWBA Annual Meeting
2022-04-20 18:00 - 19:00
NYWBA Annual Meeting,
Elections & Ethics CLE Program
April 20, 2022, 6:00 p.m

GRAWA Nominating Committee Meeting
2022-04-21 08:00 - 09:30
GRAWA Chapter

Nominating Committee Meeting
8am-9:30am
Meeting will be held via Zoom. Please email Regina at Regina.MacAdam@rochesterregional.org to RSVP.

Lunch with Honorable James L. Hyer
2022-04-21 12:30 - 13:30
Women’s Bar Association of Orange and Sullivan Counties

Please join us as our Lunch with a Judge series continues!

Orange County Supreme Court Judge
Honorable James L. Hyer

April 21, 2022
12:30
Catherine’s Restaurant
Goshen, NY

$20 members/$25 non-members

Please RSVP to rsvp@wbaosc.org

WNY 2022 Annual Meeting
2022-04-21 16:00 - 17:00
Western New York Chapter of the
Women’s Bar Association of the State of New York
Are invited to attend our
2022 Annual Meeting
on Thursday, April 21, 4:00 pm
Our Chapter will conduct its election of Officers and Directors for the WNY Chapter and the State level of WBASNY for the 2022 – 23 term at
Duke Holzman Photiadis & Gresens LLP, 701 Seneca Street, Suite 750
All attendees are welcome to join us immediately afterwards for a cocktail across the street at Hydraulic Hearth.* Cash bar.
Please RSVP for the Annual Meeting to Kelly Gotham by April 14.
Notice of Annual Meeting
Proxy
If you are unable to attend, please return your proxy by April 14 to Kelly Gotham
via e-mail,
or c/o WBASNY, PO Box 1012, Buffalo, New York 14201-1012.

*Correction – We are going to Hydraulic Hearth for cocktails, not Hearth + Press.

Staten Island Women's Bar Association's Annual Meeting
2022-04-21 18:30 - 19:30
Staten Island Chapter

SAVE THE DATE!
The Staten Island Women’s Bar Association’s
Annual Meeting.
April 21, 2022
Casa Belvedere
6:30PM
More information to follow!

Flavors of Magic at the Siggy
2022-04-21 19:00 - 20:00
New York Chapter

FLAVORS OF MAGIC AT THE SIGGY
APRIL 21, 2022
Please join the NYWBA Events Committee for a Night of Magic with
FLAVORS OF MAGIC
at the Siggy at the Flea Theater
The night will be hosted by NYWBA’s Sara Crasson. Starring Eric Walton, a brilliant and skilled mind-reader; Apollo Riego, who beautifully blends dance and mime with magic; and the “Ring Master” Chris Capehart.
April 21, 2022, 7:00 p.m. at the Flea Theater
Click here for more info and to RSVP.

Books & Bottles - Hamnet by Maggi O'Farrell
2022-04-21 19:30 - 20:30
GRAWA Chapter

Books & Bottles – Hamnet by Maggi O’Farrell
7:30pm-8:30pm
Email grawabooksnbottles@gmail.com to RSVP and receive the Zoom information.

BABEL
2022-04-21 20:00 - 21:00
Just Buffalo Literary Center’s BABEL author series brings our community together for a night of inspiration, joy, and connection with acclaimed writers at Kleinhans Music Hall.
On Wednesday, March 16th, the series features beloved cartoonist and novelist Alison Bechdel, author of the bestselling FUN HOME: A FAMILY TRAGICOMIC and most recently THE SECRET TO SUPERHUMAN STRENGTH.
On Thursday, April 21st, BABEL features literary superstar Colson Whitehead, author of THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD, THE NICKEL BOYS, and HARLEM SHUFFLE and winner of two Pulitzer Prizes in Fiction. Whether you attend in-person or tune in from home, come be inspired. To get tickets, visit justbuffalo.org.

Join the Working Parents Committee! Meeting and Playdate!
2022-04-24 10:00 - 11:00
WBASNY

RSVP by April 18 to Rochelle Lawless

Introductory Training Webinar - Attorneys for Children
2022-04-25 08:00 - 2022-04-27 17:00
Introductory Training Webinar – Attorneys for Children
The Attorneys for Children (AFC) Program invites you to apply for an introductory training webinar on April 25, 26, and 27. Applications will be accepted until April 15.
Agenda
Application
Memo

AFC represent children of all ages, primarily in Family Court matters. They are compensated by New York State at the rate of $75/hour. Although the rate of compensation is modest, payment is guaranteed, and many AFC find the work to be extremely rewarding, both personally and professionally. Most AFC are solo or small firm practitioners. Like assigned counsel work, AFC assignments can be a great way to build your own practice.
Attorneys must apply to attend the training, and we are happy to work with those who need help obtaining the required Family Court experience.
For questions, contact Jennifer L. McLaren, Deputy Director
Office of Attorneys for Children, Appellate Division, Fourth Department
50 East Avenue, Rochester, New York 14604
585-530-3176
http://www.nycourts.gov/courts/ad4/AFC/AFC-index.html

The Annual Meeting of Members of the Central New York Women's Bar Association
2022-04-25 12:00 - 13:00
We will be presenting the 2022 Annual Karen DeCrow Award

The Annual Meeting of Members

of the

Central New York Women’s Bar Association

will be held in-person on

April 25 at 12:00 noon
Maxwell’s Restaurant in Hanover Square
We will also be voting on our proposed slate for our 2022-2023 membership year.

Annual Meeting Notice and Proxy

If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail your completed proxy to:

Jillian McGuire, c/o CNYWBA, P.O. Box 408, Syracuse, New York 13201‐0408

or scan and e-mail your completed proxy form to CNYWBA@gmail.com.

**Proxies MUST be received on or before April 24, 2022**

Register for the Annual Meeting – $35

CNY Annual Meeting
2022-04-25 12:00 - 17:00
The Annual Meeting of Members

of the

Central New York Women’s Bar Association

will be held in-person on

April 25 at 12:00 noon
Maxwell’s Restaurant in Hanover Square

We will be presenting the 2022 Annual Karen DeCrow Award

We will also be voting on our proposed slate for our 2022-2023 membership year.

Annual Meeting Notice and Proxy

If you cannot attend the meeting, please mail your completed proxy to:

Jillian McGuire, c/o CNYWBA, P.O. Box 408, Syracuse, New York 13201‐0408

or scan and e-mail your completed proxy form to CNYWBA@gmail.com.

**Proxies MUST be received on or before April 24, 2022**

Register for the Annual Meeting – $35

CLE-Recent Changes to the Rules of the Commercial Division
2022-04-26 13:00 - 14:00

NYWBA Annual Meeting, Elections & Ethics CLE Program
2022-04-26 18:00 - 19:00
New York Chapter

Please join us at the Virtual Annual Meeting.
Hear the State of the Association and vote for your NYWBA and WBASNY Officers, Directors and Delegates for next year. Following the Annual Meeting, login to our Ethics CLE:
Hot Topics and Current Developments in Ethics
Topics will include: Remote lawyering; risks of block billing; updating conflicts of interest, ethics in negotiations; ending representations; and more.
Moderated by Nicole I. Hyand, Esq.

CLICK HERE for more info & to RSVP

CLE-So You've Been Breached, What's Next?
2022-04-27 12:00 - 13:00
CLE PROGRAM:
SO YOU’VE BEEN BREACHED, WHAT’S NEXT?
APRIL 27, 2022
The NYWBA CLE Committee presents a CLE Program
with the Data Privacy and Security Roundtable of USA500 Clubs:
So You’ve Been Breached, What’s Next?
Speakers: Jack Hewitt, Partner at Pastore LLP;
Bruce Swicker, Vice President, Lawyers Program at EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants
Marcus Lee, CEO of Circulent
David Sun, principal with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
Moderator: Amy B. Goldsmith, Esq., Tarter Krinsky & Drogin LLP
April 27, 2022, 12:00 p.m. via Zoom
Click here for more info and to RSVP.
