The Suffolk Academy of Law

Back to Basics: ABC’s of TRUSTS January 13, 2021 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Zoom Webinar... Course Description ~ To trust or not to trust. Anyone with assets should consider how their assets will be distributed to their heirs and a key tool for an estate plan is a trust. This program will teach you the basics of trusts including, why create a trust?; different types of trusts; advice counsel can give to testator/grantor to choosing the right trustee; elements of a trust including Supplemental Needs Trusts, and executing documents at a distance. Faculty~ Scott McBride, Esq. Court Attorney, Suffolk Surrogate’s Court Richard Weinblatt, Esq. Haley, Weinblatt & Calcagni, LLP Kurt Widmaier, Esq. Russo, Karl, Widmaier & Cordano PLLC scba.org

ESCROW ISSUES AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT Thursday, January 21, 2021 12:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1 Law Practice Management; .5 Ethics Zoom Webinar... Escrow account violations account for some of the most significant and severe discipline imposed upon attorneys. This program will discuss the rules governing the management and use of escrow accounts and provide practical guidance on how to avoid the perils and pitfalls associated with same. This program will alert practitioners to, among other things: The dos and don’ts of escrow account management Common mistakes made by practitioners What to do about the never-ending escrow Faculty: Mitchell T. Borkowsky, Esq. Law Offices of Mitchell T. Borkowsky In Partnership with the SCBA Professional Ethics and Civility Committee scba.org

Westlaw Edge and Public Records Searching Wednesday, January 27, 2021 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Zoom Webinar ... In this course you will learn about Westlaw’s useful resources and help you get a quick start and navigate the areas of unknown in your matters. Learn how Westlaw Public Records can help to quickly locate and connect people and businesses, allowing you to identify and assess risks associated with your case. Assemble a clear picture of individuals involved in your case by making critical connections between billions of data points concerning assets, liens, licenses, and numerous other filings that relate to civil and criminal actions. Faculty: David Cicotte, Esq., Andrea Racanelli, Jonathan Lucas, Esq. Thomson Reuters Westlaw scba.org

How to Run and Grow Your Law Firm - 2021 Resolutions Part 1 - Finances: Six Key Numbers for All Law Firms Thursday, January 14, 2021 Zoom Webinar 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm... This five-part series offers you best practices when it comes to running your law practice. Good finances are a key component of running any law firm. In this lecture, you will learn six key metrics that you should keep track of. Brooke Lively, CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital will discuss tools to help keep your firm’s finances secure. Part II The Silent Partner: Back Office Services Thursday, February 11, 2021 Part III Marketing Your Firm Thursday, March 11, 2021 Part IV How to Sell Your Firm Thursday, April 8, 2021 Part V Perfecting the Client Experience Thursday, May 13, 2021 Moderators: Karen Tenenbaum, Esq. and Jay Sheryll, Esq. scba.org

Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Computer Generated Electronically Stored Documents Faculty: Vesselin Mitev, Esq. 1:15 - 1:45 pm Zoom Webinars

Surviving and Thriving Through a Pandemic Professionally and Beyond: An Attorney Wellness Series A monthly, nine-part wellness series intended to help attorneys navigate the professional and life challenges they are facing. While all of society is forced to confront new and different hurdles, attorneys serve as frontline problem-solvers and are uniquely challenged. This course offers you practical tools for performing at your professional best while taking care of yourself pe...rsonally. Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Tackling Pandemic Procrastination Sheryl L. Randazzo, Esq., Randazzo & Randazzo LLP scba.org

How to Run and Grow Your Business Part 1 - Finances: Six Key Numbers for All Law Firms Thursday, January 14, 2021 Zoom Webinar 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm... This five-part series offers you best practices when it comes to running your law practice. Good finances are a key component of running any law firm. In this lecture, you will learn six key metrics that you should keep track of. Brooke Lively, CEO and Founder of Cathedral Capital will discuss tools to help keep your firm’s finances secure. Part II The Silent Partner: Back Office Services Thursday, February 11, 2021 Part III Marketing Your Firm Thursday, March 11, 2021 Part IV How to Sell Your Firm Thursday, April 8, 2021 Part V Perfecting the Client Experience Thursday, May 13, 2021 Moderators: Karen Tenenbaum, Esq. and Jay Sheryll, Esq. scba.org

Do you have the skills you need to handle evidence issues in a litigation case? Do you want to learn how to handle complex or tough cases? This class is designed to provide important insight and tips from experienced litigators and Judges. Each half hour course will provide tools for new and seasoned attorneys. Wednesday, January 6, 2021 Computer Generated Electronically Stored Documents Faculty:... Vesselin Mitev, Esq. scba.org

The SCHOLARS CLUB is a Bar Association Member Benefit UNLIMITED CLE for $249 per year! Sign up any time! Club membership is effective immediately. You can pay by credit card, cash or check. Any live (when we resume live programming) or Zoom Webinar program is included*. ... Club members must register for the program in advance and be a current member of the Suffolk County Bar Association. Membership is effective until May 31, 2021 [email protected] to more information *certain restrictions apply

WHAT TO DO IF YOU CANNOT PAY YOUR IRS OR NYS TAXES Monday, December 14, 2020 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm Zoom Webinar Accounting issues and taxes are necessary parts of compliance for your law practice. Learn how to deal with the IRS and NYS tax collection issues. This course will discuss what options taxpayers have when they receive an IRS or NYS tax collection notice, but is unable to pay the full amount.... Faculty: Karen J. Tenenbaum, Esq., LL,M. (Taxation), CPA, Tenenbaum Law, P.C. Moshe Zupnick, Law Clerk, Tenenbaum Law, P.C. Eliot Lebenhart, CPA, KLVSM LLP scba.org

COURT LITERACY SERIES: Navigating the Courts - Family Court Wednesday, December 16, 2020 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm Zoom Webinar... Join us in this extraordinary partnership with the Suffolk County Women's Bar Association to help you better navigate the courts. This year-long lunch and learn series will give you easy practical tips to end the frustration of not knowing the procedure of each court during the pandemic and in the future. You will learn: How to navigate each court processes Who the staff is and their procedures Where to file Faculty: Hon. James F. Quinn, Supervising Judge of Family Court, Acting Supreme Court Justice, Acting Family Court Judge, Acting Surrogate Hon. Jennifer A. Mendelsohn, Support Magistrate Catherine Miller, Esq., Court Attorney Referee Michael J. Williams, Chief Clerk, Family Court scba.org

Surviving and Thriving Through a Pandemic Professionally and Beyond: An Attorney Wellness Series 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Live* & Zoom Meeting Wednesday, December 9, 2020 Positivity over Adversity... Jim Ryan, Founder and President of Jim Ryan Talks Jim Ryan is the founder and president of Jim Ryan Talks, an organization dedicated to the cultivation and development of each individual’s potential for living a life full of joy, fulfillment and success. Jim has the unique ability to take profound, life-changing concepts and turn them into easily understood solutions. Coming Up in 2021! Tuesday, January 12, 2021 Tackling Pandemic Procrastination Sheryl L. Randazzo, Esq., Randazzo & Randazzo LLP Wednesday, February 10, 2021 Managing Unmanageable Tasks Effectively Leonard Badia, Esq., Deputy Chief Clerk, District Court *held in the board room at the SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge. You must be pre-registered to attend in person #attorneywellness

Justice Baisley, Hudson and Leo discussed Courtroom Etiquette on Virtual Forums at today's lunch and learn webinar. Missed the program? You can find it on our Website scba.org or call (631) 234-5588.

BUSINESS INTERRUPTION CLAIMS AND COVID-19 Thursday, December 10, 2020 Zoom Webinar 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm... Questions as to whether business interruption insurance will cover losses related to COVID shutdowns and slowdowns have been asked since the first of Governor Cuomo’s Executive Orders requiring all non-essential businesses to shut down. How have such claims and lawsuits seeking coverage for lost revenue and other business interruption losses fared since then? Join us for an important discussion about the purposes of business interruption insurance, how coverage is determined, pending legislation to address these issues with respect to COVID, and the latest updates about how these disputes are playing out across the country and in New York State. Faculty: Christine Malafi, Esq. Senior Partner, Campolo, Middleton & McCormick LLP Rosa M. Feeney, Esq., Of Counsel, Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP scba.org

EAST END ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS APPLICATIONS Tuesday, December 15, 2020 12:00 p.m. 12:50 p.m. Zoom Webinar... Going to the ZBA for a variance is a tricky issue and every town and village is a bit quirky. Join us for this course with well -regarded faculty who will provide you with best practices and tips. Faculty: Andrew Goldstein, Esq., Former Chairman, Village of East Hampton Zoning Board of Appeals; Senior Consultant, Security Compliance Advisors, LLC Brian Desesa, Esq., The Adam Miller Group Tuition for this program has been generously underwritten by: New York Title Abstract Services, Inc. scba.org

Back to Basics: Appellate Practice Thursday, December 3, 2020 12:45 - 2:00 p.m.... Zoom Webinar This course will introduce you to Appellate Practice. You will learn how to handle a State Court appeal beginning with filing the notice of appeal. The program will cover: Definition of appealable paper Notice of entry of lower court order Time to appeal Time to perfect Drafting briefs Record v. Appendix method Creating digital copies Perfecting the appeal and much more... Faculty: Glenn P. Warmuth, Esq., Stim & Warmuth, PC Amy E. Bedell, Esq., Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP scba.org

UNCONSCIOUS BIAS Wednesday, December 2, 2020 12:45 - 1:35 p.m. Zoom Webinar Unconscious biases are learned attitudes or stereotypes that are automatic, deeply ingrained, and guide behavior and expectations. Conclusions drawn can affect lives. Being aware and educating ourselves on unconscious bias is the first step to understanding it and diminishing it. This program will explore implicit bias what it is, how to recognize it, the negative effects, and how to curb it. Topic...s also include how employers can decrease implicit bias in the workplace (and why it’s critical). Finally, the course explains laws aimed at discrimination prevention and the legal liability facing companies that allow bias to poison their workplaces. Faculty: Christine Malafi, Esq., Senior Partner Campolo, Middleton & McCormick LLP Dr. Errol D. Toulon, Jr., Suffolk County Sheriff scba.org

How to Build and Maintain Your Reputation Tuesday, December 8, 2020 12;45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Zoom Webinar A positive reputation within your community and your area of practice is crucial to bringing in new clients. On the other hand, a blemish on your reputation can be disastrous. This course will discuss the steps to building your reputation, as well as how to maintain it, avoid common missteps, and handle a reputation crisis. ... You will learn: How to use online platforms such as Google My Business and listening tools to build & maintain your reputation Ask previous clients for their feedback and reviews to help guide potential clients towards your firm Respond to negative reviews-how to professionally handle negative experiences and difficult clients Faculty: Leslie H. Tayne, Esq., The Tayne Law Group, PC scba.org

COURTROOM ETIQUETTE ON VIRTUAL FORUMS Monday, December 7, 2020 1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Zoom Webinar... Whether a physical in-person or virtual courtroom using video conferencing, the courtroom remains a formal and serious setting. All participants are asked to dress appropriately, arrive on time, eliminate distractions and maintain court decorum as they would as if they were in the physical courtroom. This light-hearted course will give you practical tips about: Improving your professional appearance on a virtual forum Increasing your effectiveness as litigators Do’s and don’ts of practicing on virtual forums Faculty: Hon. Paul J. Baisley, Jr., Supreme Court, Suffolk County Hon. James Hudson, County Court Judge, Acting Supreme Court Justice scba.org

Thank you to all of our speakers and especially the planning committee for putting together the Restorative Justice Symposium - Breaking the School to Prison Pipeline. Special thanks to our funders who generously supported this program: Suffolk County Bar Association Charity Foundation, Ethel & Alexander Nichoson Foundation, The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc., New York Bar Foundation Missed the program? Call us for a copy (631) 234-5588. scba.org

Professor Patrick Connors updated our members with his Annual CPLR Update. Missed the program? Visit our website to purchase the replay. scba.org

UNCONSCIOUS BIAS Wednesday, December 2, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Zoom Webinar Unconscious biases are learned attitudes or stereotypes that are automatic, deeply ingrained, and guide behavior and expectations. Conclusions drawn can affect lives. Being aware and educating ourselves on unconscious bias is the first step to understanding it and diminishing it. This program will explore implicit bias what it is, how to recognize it, the negative effects, and how to curb it. T...opics also include how employers can decrease implicit bias in the workplace (and why it’s critical). Finally, the course explains laws aimed at discrimination prevention and the legal liability facing companies that allow bias to poison their workplaces. Faculty: Christine Malafi, Esq., Senior Partner Campolo, Middleton & McCormick LLP Dr. Errol D. Toulon, Jr., Suffolk County Sheriff

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CPLR Update 2020 With Professor Patrick Connors Tuesday, November 17, 2020 6:00 P.M. 9:00 P.M. Zoom Webinar... Join us for a comprehensive overview of amendments and updates to the CPLR and decisions affecting civil practice over the past year. Issues that will be covered include: Extensive discussion of the Governor’s executive orders tolling various time periods in the CPLR and other procedural laws during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency, which are now set to expire on November 3, 2020 Extensive discussion of the Chief Administrative Judge’s administrative orders addressing the filing of papers and various other aspects of procedure during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency. The expansion of e-filing during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency and the newly implemented Electronic Document Delivery System (EDDS). And much more To register online: https://www.scba.org//701-cplr-2020-update-prof-patrick-co

Back to Basics: Appellate Practice Thursday, December 3, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.... Course Description ~ This course will introduce you to Appellate Practice. You will learn how to handle a State Court appeal beginning with filing the notice of appeal. The program will cover: Definition of appealable paper Notice of entry of lower court order Time to appeal Time to perfect Drafting briefs Record v. Appendix method Creating digital copies Perfecting the appeal Withdrawing appeal if you are not perfecting Interlocutory appeals v. appeals from judgment Monitoring for oral argument date Motions for a stay pending appeal Oral argument Obtaining decision Notice of entry of appellate court order Motions to reargue and/or leave to appeal to the Court of Appeals Costs scba.org 1.5 Skills Speakers~ Glenn P. Warmuth, Esq., Stim & Warmuth, PC Amy E. Bedell, Esq., Lewis Johs Avallone Aviles, LLP

HOMEMADE: THE FILM - Thank you to last night's panel Patrick Donohue, Army Veteran, Chad Lennon, Esq., Director, Veterans and Service Members’ Rights’ Clinic, Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, Jennifer Waters, Esq., Spouse of a Veteran and Veterans Treatment Court mentors, Frank D’Aversa, Grace Mehl, U.S. Navy, Retired, and Ron Pacchiana. Hon. Pierce Fox Cohalan Supervising Judge of Town and Village Courts, Acting County Court Judge, Veterans Treatment Court moder...ated the panel. HOMEMADE is the cinematic and profoundly intimate six-year journey with decorated Force Reconnaissance Marine Adam Sorensen as he navigates civilian life and the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress, Traumatic Brain Injury and addiction on his marriage, family and work. HOMEMADE aims to close the empathy gap between civilian and military communities, start productive dialogues about the challenge of transition from active duty military to civilian life, and to provide audiences with an abundance of tools in order to take action. Missed the program? Call (631) 234-5588 to get a copy.

CPLR Update 2020 with Professor Patrick Connors Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 6:00 P.M. 9:00 P.M. Zoom Webinar... Join us for a comprehensive overview of amendments and updates to the CPLR and decisions affecting civil practice over the past year. Issues that will be covered include: Extensive discussion of the Governor’s executive orders tolling various time periods in the CPLR and other procedural laws during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency, which are now set to expire on November 3, 2020 Extensive discussion of the Chief Administrative Judge’s administrative orders addressing the filing of papers and various other aspects of procedure during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency. The expansion of e-filing during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency and the newly implemented Electronic Document Delivery System (EDDS). The status of mandatory and consensual e-filing under the most current Administrative Orders. And much more #CPLR

HOMEMADE: THE FILM Thursday, November 12, 2020 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Live and Webcast 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge... HOMEMADE is the cinematic and profoundly intimate six-year journey with decorated Force Reconnaissance Marine Adam Sorensen as he navigates civilian life and the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress, Traumatic Brain Injury and addiction on his marriage, family and work. HOMEMADE aims to close the empathy gap between civilian and military communities, start productive dialogues about the challenge of transition from active duty military to civilian life, and to provide audiences with an abundance of tools in order to take action. The panel discussion will follow the screening of the film - you must be pre-registered to attend in person. 1 Diversity MCLE Panel Faculty: Patrick Donohue, Army Veteran & Attorney Chad Lennon, Esq., Director, Veterans and Service Members’ Rights’ Clinic Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center Jennifer Waters Spouse of a Veteran Moderator: Hon. Pierce Fox Cohalan Supervising Judge of Town and Village Courts Acting County Court Judge, Veterans Treatment Court scba.org

EVIDENCE SERIES 1:15 P.M. - 1:45 P.M. Zoom Webinar Do you have the skills you need to handle evidence issues in a litigation case? Do you want to learn how to handle complex or tough cases? This class is designed to provide important insight and tips from experienced litigators and Judges. Each half hour course will provide tools for new and seasoned attorneys. ... Thursday, November 5, 2020 Double Hearsay Faculty: Hon. Mark Cohen scba.org

Professor Patrick Connors: CPLR Update 2020 Tuesday, November 17, 2020, 6:00 P.M. 9:00 P.M. Zoom Webinar Join us for a comprehensive overview of amendments and updates to the CPLR and decisions affecting civil practice over the past year. Issues that will be covered include:... Extensive discussion of the Governor’s executive orders tolling various time periods in the CPLR and other procedural laws during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency, which are now set to expire on November 3, 2020 Extensive discussion of the Chief Administrative Judge’s administrative orders addressing the filing of papers and various other aspects of procedure during the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency. And much more

Why Your Law Firm Needs a New Marketing Strategy Wednesday, November 4, 2020 12:45 pm - 1:35 pm Zoom Webinar A common misconception is that law and marketing don’t go hand in hand. However, an effective marketing strategy can be crucial to bringing clients to your firm and keeping your business afloat. This course will help you to create and implement an effective marketing strategy for a law firm in today’s day and age. Learn how to:... Identify your firm’s competition and what sets your firm apart from others Use differentiation as part of your strategy to obtain clients from your target market Monitor legal news and updates, as well as competitor offerings to guide your firm and pivot your strategy Faculty: Leslie H. Tayne, Esq., The Tayne Law Group, PC scba.org

HOMEMADE: THE FILM Thursday, November 12, 2020 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Live* and Webcast SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge... HOMEMADE is the cinematic and profoundly intimate six-year journey with decorated Force Reconnaissance Marine Adam Sorensen as he navigates civilian life and the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress, Traumatic Brain Injury and addiction on his marriage, family and work. HOMEMADE aims to close the empathy gap between civilian and military communities, start productive dialogues about the challenge of transition from active duty military to civilian life, and to provide audiences with an abundance of tools in order to take action. A discussion with the panel and Veterans Court Mentors will follow the screening of the film. Panel Faculty: Patrick Donohue, Army Veteran & Attorney Chad Lennon, Esq., Director, Veterans and Service Members’ Rights’ Clinic Touro College, Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center Jennifer Waters Spouse of a Veteran Moderator: Hon. Pierce Fox Cohalan Supervising Judge of Town and Village Courts Acting County Court Judge, Veterans Treatment Court *you must be pre-registered to attend in person; no fee unless you would like CLE credit. Included in Scholars Club scba.org

Did you miss the Domestic Violence CLE program series? If so, visit our website for the entire series. scba.org

Evidence Series CLE Program Thursday, November 5, 2020 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm Zoom Webinar Double Hearsay - Faculty: Hon. Mark Cohen, Supervising Judge of County Court, Court of Claims Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice... scba.org

RESTORATIVE JUSTICE SYMPOSIUM Breaking the School to Prison Pipeline Thursday, November 19, 2020 Zoom Webinar... Morning Session: 8:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Overview of issues and trends including qualitative data and quantitative statistics John Gross, Esq., Ingerman Smith, LLP Identifying Problems that Perpetuate the Pipeline Lena M. Ackerman, Esq., Assistant General Counsel NYS United Teachers Adele Bovard, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, Syosset Central School District Dr. Errol D. Toulon, Jr., Suffolk County Sheriff Anthony Zenkas, LCSW Charles Fox, Jr., Director of Diversity and Development, Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County, Inc. Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Implementation Steps to Success Robert Goldman, J.D., Psy.D., Tikkun Long Island Current Productive Practices Remedies and Alternatives Lena M. Ackerman, Esq., Assistant General Counsel NYS United Teachers Adele Bovard, Deputy Superintendent of Schools, Syosset Central School District Lindsay T. Crocker, Esq., Lamb & Barnosky, LLP Dr. Monique Darrisaw-Akil, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education at the Brentwood Union Free School District Diane E. Inbody, Esq., Long Island Advocacy Center Christopher F. Venator, Esq., Ingerman Smith, LLP This program has been generously funded by the Ethel and Alexander Nichoson Foundaton; The Townwide Fund of Huntington, Inc.; The New York Bar Foundation; Suffolk County Bar Association Charity Foundation; Tikkun Long Island #restorativejustice

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Shielding the Abused: Elder Abuse A Growing Problem Thursday, October 29, 2020 Zoom Webinar... Elder abuse impacts older adults of all races, cultures, sexual orientations, social classes and mental and physical abilities. This program will explain the major types of elder abuse and how the cases come to the legal department. You will learn the role of the court advocate and counseling services available. Adult Protective Services will brief you on client services and Suffolk County Office for the Aging will familiarize you with their role and services offered. Faculty: Judy E. Lukose, Esq., Director of Legal Services, VIBS Vanessa Sanders, Esq., VIBS Staff Attorney Zoraida Espinal, VIBS Advocate David Cuevas, Adult Protective Services Brian Barkin, Suffolk County Office for the Aging Please consider donating an item to VIBS (Women’s sweat shirts and sweat pants all sizes drop off at SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge) scba.org

SERVICE DOGS, EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS AND OTHER ANIMAL COMPANIONS Wednesday, October 28, 2020 4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. Live* and Webcast Do you want to know what is considered an emotional support dog and the differences with a service dog? Learn the differences between each, as well as the laws affecting each category. This course will discuss:... What is a service dog and what ADA protections they have Questions that can or cannot be asked Housing issues with such dogs/animals When can the dog and handler be asked to leave and where can they go What is a Court house Dog? Other therapeutic dogs? Faculty: Chad Lennon, Esq., Touro Law Center, Director, Veterans & Service Members’ Rights’ Clinic Karen E. Copeland, Esq., Law Offices of Karen Copeland *you must be pre-registered to attend in person #animallaw

LGBTQ Domestic Violence Matters Thursday, October 22, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.... Zoom Webinar Join us in this extraordinary partnership with the Suffolk County Women's Bar Association and Suffolk County Judicial Committee on Women in the Courts during Domestic Violence Month for the Lunch and Learn series of CLE programs that focuses on domestic violence issues. This lunch and learn course focuses on meeting the needs of the LGBTQ community. Faculty: Hon. Chris Ann Kelley, Court of Claims Judge, Acting Supreme Court Justice Christopher J. Chimeri, Esq., Quatela Chimeri, PLLC With the Support of the SCBA LGBTQ Committee Please consider donating an item to the Safe Center of LI (BABY CARE EX: Diapers, Wipes, Creams, Shampoo, Body Wash, Lotion, Health Care/Grooming Kits, New baby clothes drop off at the SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge) #domesticviolenceawareness

Today's Lunch and Learn OUT OF POSSESSIONS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2020 12:45 p.m. 1:35 p.m. Zoom Webinar... In the State of New York, an out-of-possession landlord is not responsible for dangerous conditions existing on leased premises after the tenant takes possession. What are the exceptions? What if the landlord retained the right to re-enter to inspect or repair, does that give rise to liability? Join us to learn this and much more concerning Out of Possession statutes. Faculty: James Thanasules, AmTrust Title Insurance Company SVP & Chief New York State Counsel Matt Pachman, Esq., Ackerman and Associates Tuition for this program has been generously underwritten by: New York Title scba.org

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1:15 - 1:45 p.m. zoom webinar Public Records Faculty: Vesselin Mitev, Esq.... Coming Up! Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Spoliation & Litigation Hold - Faculty: Cory Morris, Esq. Tuesday, November 17, 2020 Admissions and Notice to Admit Faculty: Robin Abramowitz, Esq. Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Attorney Admission Hon. John Kelly Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Judicial Notice Faculty: Patrick McCormick, Esq. #litigation

Fundamentals of Grantor Trusts Tuesday, October 27, 2020 5:00 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Live* and Webcast... A grantor trust, much like any tax strategy, can provide wealth preservation by giving the assets within the trust certain asset protection. This course will provide you with a working knowledge of: Grantor Trust rules Why is it a Grantor Trust Typical Grantor Trusts Medicaid, SNTs and tax planning Basis step up rules and Grantor Trusts When not to use Grantor Trusts How to draft Grantor Trusts Uses and planning with Grantor trusts *pre-registered attendees only up to the first 35 people this program will be webcast and recorded Faculty: David DePinto, Esq., DePinto Law, LLP Thank you to our sponsor: Wilmington Trust #estateplanningattorney

New Format for Evidence Series CLE programs! Zoom Webinars 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm scba.org Wednesday, October 21, 2020... Public Records Faculty: Vesselin Mitev, Esq. Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Spoliation & Litigation Hold - Faculty: Corry Morris, Esq. Tuesday, November 17, 2020 Admissions and Notice to Admit Faculty: Robin Abramowitz, Esq. Tuesday, December 1, 2020 Attorney Admission Hon. John Kelly Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Judicial Notice Faculty: Patrick McCormick, Esq.

Orders of Protection in Domestic Violence Matters Thursday, October 8, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Zoom Webinar... This course, taught by Hon. Patricia Grant Flynn, District Court Judge, Acting County Court Judge, DVI/Human Trafficking Court and Michael Williams, Chief Clerk, Family Court focuses on gaining an understanding of and the elements necessary to effectively obtain an order of protection. Faculty: Hon. Patricia Grant Flynn, District Court Judge, Acting County Court Judge DVI/Human Trafficking Court Michael J. Williams, Chief Clerk, Family Court Please consider donating an item to the Crime Victims Center (Small portable phone chargers, personal alarm keychains drop off at the SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge) #domesticviolenceawareness

Last night's Sex Trafficking CLE program's stellar panel included: Hon. Fernando Camacho, Court of Claims Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice Hon. Patricia Grant Flynn, District Court Judge, Acting County Court Judge, DV/Human Trafficking Court Feride Castillo, Co-Founder/Director of Advocacy at Empowerment Collaborative of Long Island, Inc. Dorchen Leidholdt, Esq., Director, Center for Battered Women’s Legal Services Sanctuary for Family... Frank Messana, Detective Lieutenant, Commanding Officer, Kidnap Investigations Team, Human Trafficking Investigations Unit, Suffolk County Police Department Erin Meunkle S-243, Investigator Sergeant, Sheriff’s Anti-Trafficking Initiative, Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office If you missed the program - visit our webiste for a video replay or you can order a DVD. scba.org

A trauma informed legal practice recognizes the role trauma plays in the lawyer-client relationship and works toward improving advocacy through a connection to their client. Last night's domestic violence program discussed the many aspects and nuances of representing a client who is a domestic violence victim. Missed the program? View it ondemand at https://scba.inreachce.com/

Christine Malafi and Jeff Pincus presented a program titled "Waivers? Avoidance of Liability Post COVID-19 Re-Opening of Businesses". Missed the program? You can view the program ondemand. Visit our website SCBA.ORG for this program and more!

If you missed the Federal Criminal Law program presented by Rick Haley, Esq., you can order a DVD or view it ondemand. Visit SCBA.ORG

OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH The Academy is partnering with the Suffolk County Women’s Bar Association and the Suffolk County Judicial Committee on Women in the Courts to present a month long series of programs Items to support various non-profit agencies can be dropped off at the SCBA vestibule TRAUMA-INFORMED AND COMPASSIONATE REPRESENTATION IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE MATTERS... Thursday, October 1, 2020; 5:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Live* and Webcast Understanding childhood trauma, the spectrum of behavior and recognizing traits in adulthood will enable attorneys to better advocate on behalf of their clients. A trauma informed legal practice recognizes the role trauma plays in the lawyer-client relationship and works toward improving advocacy through a connection to their client. During this course, you will gain an understanding of trauma, the outcome of the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES) Study and what to expect and how to navigate court to best represent your client. The Hon. Patricia Grant Flynn and Hon. John Iliou will discuss an overview of Domestic Violence laws and an update on criminal justice reform. Faculty: Hon. Patricia Grant Flynn District Court Judge, Acting County Court Judge, DVI/Human Trafficking Court Hon. John Iliou County Court Judge, Acting Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Justesen, Esq. Chief Community Outreach Officer, Legal Aid Society of Suffolk County Rebecca Ramos Senior Educator, L.I. Against Domestic Violence Keith Scott Director of Education, The Safe Center LI Moderator & Coordinator: Hon. John J. Leo J.S.C., Supreme Court, Suffolk County *reservations required to attend the live seminar Please consider donating an item for VIBS (women’s sweat shirts and sweat pants all sizes) Drop off at SCBA, 560 Wheeler Road, Hauppauge #domesticviolenceawareness

Surviving and Thriving Through a Pandemic Professionally and Beyond: An Attorney Wellness Series 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. This monthly, nine-part wellness series is designed to help attorneys navigate the professional and life challenges they are facing. This course offers you practical tools for performing at your professional best while taking care of yourself personally. Issues to be addressed on September 30th: Safety considerations for our clients, staffs, colleagu...es and selves The necessity of paying attention to our own health and wellness Special considerations for lawyers and the profession Practical suggestions and actual tools to use which can enable more effective client service, promote good health and emotional well-being, facilitate greater personal and professional success, and support the profession through our new normal that is changing every day Wednesday, September 30, 2020 Attorney Health and Wellness Hon. Karen Kerr, Supervising Judge of District Court, Family Court Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice Sheryl L. Randazzo, Esq., Randazzo & Randazzo LLP Wednesday, October 14, 2020 Flexibility and Navigating Change Beth Eckhardt PhD, LCSW, Director of LAP, NCBA Live & Zoom 4:00-6:00 p.m. All live sessions will be held in the SCBA Boardroom; in person attendance limited to 10 people - reservation required. Sponsored by: Jasper Surety

Thank you to Christin Paglen who coordinated last night's program "Emerging Legal Issues Due to COVID-19. Presenters included William Lowe, Medical Director, Employee Health and Work Force Safety at Northwell Health Jeffrey Naness, Esq., Naness, Chaiet & Naness, LLC Christin Paglen, Esq., Messina, Perillo Hill LLP Glen A. Seidner, CLU Christopher Venator, Esq., Ingerman Smith, LLP... Program Moderator: Hon. John J. Leo, J.S.C. Supreme Court, Suffolk County Missed the program? visit our website scba.org

SSI/SSD: Tips to Create a Winning Application Thursday, October 1, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. Proving that a client is disabled and entitled to disability benefits from Social Security can be challenging. ... This course will provide you with an overview of the administrative process for obtaining disability benefits and the requirements to a successful claim as well as some practical information and tips to get through the application process. Faculty: Erin McCabe, Esq., Fusco, Brandenstein & Rada P.C. Thank you to our Sponsor: Fusco, Brandenstein, & Rada P.C. Over 4 Decades of Top Legal Expertise #legal

EMERGING LEGAL ISSUES DUE TO COVID-19 Thursday, September 24, 2020 5:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. This program is designed to educate the audience on the emerging legal issues present in our current collective response to the crisis. This course will introduce you to the interconnected legal issues emerging during this pandemic, including relevant national and state laws. The faculty includes lawyers practicing in both the public and private sectorsrepresenting both employers and sch...ool districts-- as well as experts from the healthcare and insurance industries. Faculty: Dr. William Lowe, Medical Director, Employee Health and Work Force Safety at Northwell Health Jeffrey Naness, Esq., Naness, Chaiet & Naness, LLC Christin Paglen, Esq., Messina, Perillo Hill LLP Glen A. Seidner, CLU Christopher Venator, Esq., Ingerman Smith, LLP scba.org

THE TRIAL OF A DWI CASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Webinar This program, taught by Hon. James A. McDonaugh, District Court Judge, and veteran attorneys will discuss all the elements required to defend DWI in New York. The course will explain the standardized field sobriety tests, chemical breath tests and refusals to submit to chemical tests, jury selection, evidence and how to best challenge it. ... This is a course that will benefit any attorney who handles DWI’s, from the novice to the most experienced practitioner. Faculty: Hon. James A. McDonaugh, District Court Judge Steven B. Epstein, Esq., Founding Partner Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP John H. LoTurco, Esq., Partner Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP John T. Powers, Jr., Esq. #dwi

Join us for the start of the Academy’s 9-part series entitled - Surviving and Thriving Through a Pandemic, Professionally and Beyond, covering the topic of Attorney Health and Wellness in the Days of a Pandemic. Issues to be addressed by this portion of the series include: Safety considerations for our clients, staffs, colleagues and selves The necessity of paying attention to our own health and wellness... Special considerations for lawyers and the profession Practical suggestions and actual tools to use which can enable more effective client service, promote good health and emotional well-being, facilitate greater personal and professional success, and support the profession through our new normal that is changing every day Hon. Karen Kerr, Supervising Judge of District Court, Family Court Judge and Acting Supreme Court Justice Sheryl L. Randazzo, Esq., Randazzo & Randazzo LLP Thank you to our sponsor: Jasper Surety #attorneyhealth

WORKING REMOTELY: CYBER SECURITY ISSUES AND CONCERNS Thursday, September 17, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m.... The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting every single one of us in numerous ways. Practices working remotely are exposed to threats and can be victimized by security incidents and cyber breaches. The technology behind security breaches are continuously evolving in sophistication and precision. As a result, you’ll need to prepare for cyber threats and security measures. This course will provide you with: Best Practices Ethics Guidelines Your Duty of Confidence Reasons Behind a Cyber Attack Protecting Sensitive Data Issues to Remote Access Faculty: Michael Stanton, Esq., Kosakoff & Cataldo LLP Joseph Bucco, Security Team Leader, Stafford Associates #cybersecurity

GUIDING YOUR LAW FIRM THROUGH PANDEMIC RECOVERY Wednesday, September 16, 2020 12:45 p.m. - 1:35 p.m. This program, presented by Anthony Tomaro, and Robert Tobey, will discuss strategies to help manage your law firm through the COVID-19 pandemic. The course will explain the previous, current and future standing of the CARES Act, advice to give your clients to help them through the economic challenges and tax advice to improve cash flow for your firm and clients.... FACULTY: Anthony Tomaro, CPA, Partner, Consulting Services Leader Grassi Advisors & Accountants Howard Fielstein, CPA, Partner, Forensic, Litigation & Valuation Services, Grassi Advisors & Accountants Robert Tobey, CPA, Partner, Tax Services, Grassi Advisors & Accountants MODERATOR: Tarsha C. Smith, Esq. This course provides CPE credit

MERGING LEGAL ISSUES DUE TO COVID-19 Thursday, September 24, 2020 5:30 - 8:15 p.m. This program is designed to educate the audience on the emerging legal issues present in our current collective response to the crisis. Currently, both our schools and our workplaces are developing systems to track individuals in an effort to locate and warn others about who might be symptomatic or infected with COVID 19. This sharing of personal information sets up a clash between our need fo...r privacy and our need to protect our own health and the public’s health. This course will introduce you to the interconnected legal issues emerging during this pandemic, including relevant national and state laws. The faculty includes lawyers practicing in both the public and private sectorsrepresenting both employers and school districts-- as well as experts from the healthcare and insurance industries. Faculty: Dr. William Lowe, Medical Director, Employee Health and Work Force Safety at Northwell Health Jeffrey Naness, Esq., Naness, Chaiet & Naness, LLC Christin Paglen, Esq., Messina, Perillo Hill LLP Glen A. Seidner, CLU Christopher Venator, Esq., Ingerman Smith, LLP Program Moderator: Hon. John J. Leo, J.S.C. Supreme Court, Suffolk County #healthcare

SOCIAL SECURITY AND VETERANS COMPENSATION Tuesday, September 15, 2020 Linking Veterans with Social Security Administration (SSA) disability benefits is a critical step to help Veterans and their families. Veterans may be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), in conjunction with, or as an alternative to VA disability compensation. In this program you will learn the difference between SSD, SSI and Veterans; compensation ...and when it is appropriate to file for both. Faculty: Janet Santeramo, Esq. Partner Turley, Redmond, Rosasco & Rosasco #veteransupport

AN EVENING WITH THE COMMERCIAL DIVISION JUDGES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Given the interesting cases currently before the court, this course will discuss the issues surrounding the opening of the courts and remote proceedings. The Judges will address how they envision cases in the future along with a discussion of the procedures (not the substance of the ongoing cases) that the Judges have been following, how they are handling their calendars and remo...te conferences. The program will be interactive with questions and audience participation. Faculty: Hon. Vito M. DeStefano, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Commercial Division Hon. Timothy S. Driscoll, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Commercial Division Hon. Elizabeth H. Emerson, Supreme Court, Suffolk County, Appellate Term, Second Dept. Hon. Jerry Garguilo, Supreme Court, Suffolk County, Appellate Term, Second Dept. Hon. James Hudson, County Court Judge, Acting Supreme Court Justice Hon. Jerome Murphy, Supreme Court, Nassau County, Commercial Division Program Moderators: Harvey B. Besunder, Esq., MargolinBesunder LLP Michael Cardello, III, Esq., Moritt Hock & Hamroff LLP Kevin Schlosser, Esq., Meyer, Suozzi, English & Klein, P.C

REVISITING LANDLORD TENANT ISSUES THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2020 11:30 P.M. 12:30 P.M. Webinar The COVID-19 pandemic has presented enormous challenges and caused disturbance to the way we all do business. As we all navigate through these challenging times many questions have arisen about landlord tenant issues. From sales and rentals to closings, rents and mortgage payments, we will address how the industry on the East End of Long Island has been managing.... Faculty: Theresa K. Quigley, Esq. Tuition is generously paid for by New York Title Abstract Services, Inc.

Effective March 11, 2020 through October 31, 2020,the New York State CLE Board permits newly admitted attorneys to participate in Skills CLE courses by group participation, where questions are allowed during the program. Join us for these programs in September for your Skills CLE credits! Check out our programs! scba.org #thesuffolkacademy

THE TRIAL OF A DWI CASE TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 6:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. This program, taught by Hon. James A. McDonaugh, District Court Judge, and veteran attorneys will discuss all the elements required to defend DWI in New York. The course will explain the standardized field sobriety tests, chemical breath tests and refusals to submit to chemical tests, jury selection, evidence and how to best challenge it. ... This is a course that will benefit any attorney who handles DWI’s, from the novice to the most experienced practitioner. Faculty: Hon. James A. McDonaugh, District Court Judge Steven B. Epstein, Esq., Founding Partner Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP John H. LoTurco, Esq., Partner Barket Epstein Kearon Aldea & LoTurco, LLP John T. Powers, Jr., Esq.