November
Calendar of Events
Receptions, Gatherings and Special Events
Meet the Judges
A Conversation and Networking Reception
Thursday, Nov. 1 | 5:30 p.m.
Peapack-Gladstone Bank, Bedminster
An informal gathering of colleagues and a trio of retired jurists.
2018 Mid-Year Meeting
Saturday, Nov. 3 – Saturday, Nov. 10
The Westin Excelsior, Rome
Explore the rich culture and history of Rome, and earn up to 12 CLE credits.
Fall CLEfest
Monday, Nov. 19 | 9 a.m.
Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel, Iselin
Presented by NJICLE
Choose from programs in the following practice areas: civil trial, family law, labor and employment law and tax and estate planning. 7.2 CLE credits
Two Decades of Covering the Courts: Firsthand Insights, Perspectives and More into Some of the Most Pressing Legal Developments of the Past 20 years.
Tuesday, Nov. 20 | 9 a.m.
Pines Manor, Edison
Presented by NJICLE
ABC News Chief Legal Affairs Anchor Dan Abrams, will give you a behind the scenes look at, and insight into some of the most compelling legal developments of the past two decades. 3.3 CLE credits.
Networking Reception
Wednesday, Nov. 28 | 6 p.m.
Investors Bank, East Rutherford
Get connected to the largest legal network in New Jersey
Newark Women Transforming the Law: From Suffragettes to the State House – Enduring Legal Lessons for Every Attorney
Thursday, Nov. 29 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Women in the Profession Section
Join us as history unfolds before our eyes with this dynamic program about voting rights and holding political offices in New Jersey. 3.3 CLE credits
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Animal Law
Service Animals and the Law - When, Where, How and Why
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 1 p.m.
The Seeing Eye, Morristown
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Animal Law Committee and The Seeing Eye
Gain a working knowledge of the key legal issues surrounding service animals. 4.0 CLE credits
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Business Law
Nuts and Bolts of New Jersey Small Business in 2018 and 2019
Saturday, Nov. 10 | 9 a.m.
Holiday Inn, East Windsor
Presented by NJICLE
Learn everything you need to know to confidently counsel your clients on setting up small businesses. 4.0 CLE credits
ABCs of Liquor Licensing
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Learn strategies to represent the buyer or seller in the purchase or sale of a retail liquor business. 4.0 CLE credits
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Cannabis Law
The New Jersey Cannabis Law – What You Must Know
Wednesday, Nov. 28 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Cannabis Law Committee
Learn everything you need to know about the all-new New Jersey cannabis law. 4.0 CLE credits
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Civil Trial Practice
22nd Annual Medical Malpractice Update
Saturday, Nov. 3 | 8:55 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Medical Malpractice Committee
This program is designed for trial attorneys at every level of experience who handle medical malpractice cases or complex personal injury litigation. 5.0 CLE credits
Mediation Training – Civil Law Cases
Five-day program
8:30 a.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 27, Monday, Dec. 3, Tuesday, Dec. 4, Monday, Dec. 10 and Monday, Dec.17
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Dispute Resolution Section and Justice Garibaldi ADR Inn of Court
This program fulfills the basic training requirement to become a court-approved mediator. 46.8 CLE credits (including 2.4 ethics/professionalism credits)
Strategies for Successfully E-Filing in the Civil Part
Tuesday, Nov. 27 | 12 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
A step-by-step guide covering everything you need to know to quickly and accurately E-file. 2.4 CLE credits
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Construction Law
Predictive Coding – Beating the “TAR” Out of Discovery Costs
Wednesday, Nov. 14 | 6 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Sponsored by the Construction Law Section
1.2 CLE credits
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Criminal Law
Recent Attorney General Directive and Initiatives and Their Goals in Improving Law Enforcement and Community Relations
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Sponsored by the Criminal Law Section
An informative discussion with Veronica Allende, director of the Division of Criminal Justice. 1.2 CLE credits
Expungement Law Update: Recent Changes and Related Issues
Wednesday, Nov. 14 | 12 p.m.
Webinar
Presented by NJICLE
This program will address the recent revisions to the expungement law. 2.0 CLE credits
The Fairness of the Lindbergh Trial – The Case that Shocked the Nation
Friday, Nov. 16 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, in cooperation with the American College of Trial Attorneys – NJ Chapter
Learn what the Lindbergh trial can teach us about justice and our current criminal law system. 4.5 CLE credits (including 1.0 ethics/professionalism credit)
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Elder and Disability Law
The Medical Side of Elder Law
Wednesday, Nov. 7 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Elder and Disability Law Section
Learn how to handle and successfully navigate the medical side of elder law. 6.7 CLE credits
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Ethics
The Essential New Jersey Legal Ethics Primer
Friday, Nov. 2 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Gain a solid understanding of the issues you need to avoid, and the ability to identify the kind of risks you’re likely to face. 4.2 ethics/professionalism credits
Ben Franklin on Ethics
Tuesday, Nov. 6 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Learn how Franklin’s ideas about ethics and virtue hold many lessons for New Jersey attorneys. 4.0 ethics/professionalism credits
Ethical Cliffhangers for Civil Trial Attorneys
Monday, Nov. 12 | 9 a.m.
The Olde Mill Inn, Basking Ridge
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Learn how to spot and avoid some of the most common ethical issues you’re likely to face. 4.2 ethics/professionalism credits
Ethical Concerns in Risk Management: Shifting Landscapes – Adapting Your Firm to Emerging Threats
Monday, Nov. 12 | 9 a.m.
Doubletree Guest Suites, Mt. Laurel
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Certified Attorneys Section and Senior Lawyers Committee
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
This program will offer effective strategies to manage client data security demands and the many current cyber risks in the practice of law. 4.0 ethics/professionalism credits
Lawyer Well Being and Its Effect on Professionalism and Ethics
Two dates – two locations
Tuesday, Nov. 13 | 12 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Friday, Nov. 30 | 9 a.m.
Sheraton Parsippany Hotel, Parsippany
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Learn how to manage stress and proactively care for your mental wellness. 4.0 ethics/professionalism credits
13th Annual Ethics for Transactional Attorneys
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 5:30 p.m.
Wilshire Grand, West Orange
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
This program will provide anyone who handles transactional work with important information you need to avoid ethical pitfalls. 4.2 ethics/professionalism credits
Avoiding Legal Malpractice
Tuesday, Nov. 20 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Learn how to spot and ward off potential ethics issues. 4.0 ethics/professionalism credits.
Ethics for Local Government Attorneys
Tuesday, Nov. 27 | 12 p.m.
Webinar
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Local Government Law Section
Learn what you need to know about the ethical issues confronting New Jersey local government lawyers. 2.4 ethics/professionalism credits
Ethics for Elder Lawyers
Wednesday, Nov. 28 | 1:30 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Elder and Disability Law Section
Fully satisfy your MCLE ethics requirement
Learn how to address the complex ethical issues that can arise in elder and disability law practice. 4.0 ethics/professionalism credits
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Family Law
Advanced Matrimonial Mediation Workshop
Thursday, Nov. 1 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Senior Lawyers Committee
Sharpen your mediation skills in matrimonial cases. 4.4 CLE credits (including 1.4 ethics/professionalism credits)
Hot Tips in Family Law
Monday, Nov. 12 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Family Law Section
This year’s program focuses on the statutory components of alimony, equitable distribution and custody. 4.5 CLE credits
Understanding Qualified Domestic Relations Orders
Wednesday, Nov. 28 | 9 a.m.
Wilshire Grand, West Orange
Presented by NJICLE
Gain a solid understanding of the key elements of a QDRO you need to know. 4.0 CLE credits
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For Every Attorney
Cyber-Insurance in 2019 and Beyond: Five Major Misconceptions About Where to Find Insurance Coverage for Cyber Risks, and Where Key Coverage Gaps May Exist
Thursday, Nov. 1 | 12 p.m.
Webinar
Presented by NJICLE
A discussion of the misconceptions surrounding insurance coverage for cyber risks. 2.0 CLE credits
Eleanor, Franklin and the Re-Thinking of America
Friday, Nov. 9 | 9 a.m.
Wilshire Grand, West Orange
Presented by NJICLE
Learn how this historic first couple still impacts the law and social policies of today. 3.3 CLE credits
Identifying and Avoiding Common Issues that Lead to IRS Criminal Investigations
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 12 pm.
Webinar
Presented by NJICLE
Learn everything you need to know to help protect your clients from IRS Criminal Investigations. 2.0 CLE credits
Pushing Buttons Using the Bad Character of Others to Your Advantage
Saturday, Nov. 17 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, in cooperation with The Professional Education Group
Learn proven techniques to disrupt a narcissist’s predictable behavior and to turn it to your advantage. 6.7 CLE credits (including 1.0 ethics/professionalism credit)
Trials of the Century III
Two dates – two locations
Monday, Nov. 26 | 9 a.m.
Westin, Mt. Laurel
Tuesday, Nov. 27 | 9 a.m.
Crowne Plaza, Fairfield
Presented by NJICLE
Learn critical persuasion skills from Todd Winegar, Esq., one of the country’s leading trial advocacy teachers. 7.3 CLE credits (including 2.4 ethics/professionalism credits)
Successful Law Firm Management: Structuring the Retirement Path for Baby Boomers and Providing for a Smooth Transition of Clients
Thursday, Nov. 29 | 12 p.m.
Webinar
Presented by NJICLE
Learn current strategies and tactics that have been developed and implemented by firms to arrange for the successful structuring for retirement while providing for a smooth transition of clients. 2.0 CLE credits
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Health Law
Obtaining a License to Operate a Substance Use Disorder Treatment Facility in New Jersey
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Sponsored by the Health Law Section
This program will cover the licensure process and fraud and abuse considerations. 1.2 CLE credits
The Affordable Care Act: What’s on the Horizon for 2019 and Beyond
Saturday, Nov. 17 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Learn how to navigate the latest ACA developments. 4.0 CLE credits
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Labor and Employment Law
Advanced Corporate Immigration
Wednesday, Nov. 14 | 9 a.m.
Best Western Robert Treat Hotel, Newark
Presented by NJICLE in co-operation with AILA-NJ, co-sponsored by the Immigration Law Section
Learn what you need to know about the dramatic and far reaching changes affecting today’s employment landscape. 7.9 CLE credits
40th Annual (NLRB) Labor Law Conference
Friday, Nov. 16 | 9 a.m.
APA Hotel Woodbridge, Iselin
Presented by NJICLE in cooperation with NLRB Region 22, and co-sponsored by the Labor and Employment Law Section
This annual program will feature insight full discussion about NLRB practice today. 6.2 CLE credits (including 2.1 ethics/professionalism credits)
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Minorities in the Profession
Pero, Like, Let’s Talk About Colorism in the Latino Community
Saturday, Nov. 10 | 1 p.m.
Newark Public Library, Newark
Presented by New Jersey Hispanic Research & Information Center, co-sponsored by the Minorities in the Profession Section
The program features a legal discussion of Perez v. Sharp and a conversation about the origins and impact of Latino Colorism.
Immigration Exclusion: The Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882
Tuesday, Nov. 13 | 6 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Sponsored by the Minorities in the Profession Section
This program will explore the ramifications and consequences of the Chinese Exclusion Act. 2.0 CLE credits
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Product Liability and Mass Tort Practice
Product Liability – 10 Years After Sinclair v. Merck
Thursday, Nov. 29 | 1 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Product Liability and Mass Tort Section
Learn more about how this landmark decision changed products liability law and how it will affect the practice for years to come. 4.0 CLE credits
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Public Utility Law
Advanced Microgrids and New Jersey Regulation
Wednesday, Nov. 7 | 8:30 am.
Office of Atlantic City Electric Company, Trenton
Sponsored by the Public Utility Law Section
This program will discuss the Advanced Microgrid programs of the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities and the regulatory environment in New Jersey. 1.2 CLE credits
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Real Estate
Let’s Talk Title: Understanding and Exploring Title Issues in Real Estate Transactions
Thursday, Nov. 8 | 3 p.m.
Westin, Mt. Laurel
Presented by NJICLE
Learn everything you need to know to confidently spot and handle any title issues that come your way. 4.0 CLE credits
2018 Community Association Law Summit
Wednesday, Nov. 14 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Real Property Trust and Estate Law Section and the Community Associations Institute-New Jersey Chapter
This program will analyze the key issues faced by community associations today. 7.3 CLE credits
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Solo and Small-Firm Practice
ESQ./CEO Roundtable
Thursday, Nov. 15 | 6 p.m.
Archer & Greiner, Haddonfield
Sponsored by the Solo and Small-Firm Section
Learn how to strengthen your business and marketing plans.
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Tax and Estate Planning
20th Annual New Jersey Trust and Estate Forum
Tuesday, Nov. 13 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Real Property Trust and Estate Law Section
Learn everything you need to know to handle trust and estate matters in your practice. 6.7 CLE credits (including 1.2 ethics/professionalism credits)
Estate Planning for Paralegals, New Attorneys and Other Legal Professionals
Monday, Nov. 26 | 5:30 p.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Learn the basic laws and will-drafting clauses you need to know and the common forms and documents you will be asked to prepare, and then learn how to complete them. 3.3 CLE credits
Income Tax Issues in Estate Planning and Administration
Friday, Nov. 30 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE
Learn to spot and navigate income tax issues for your clients. 4.0 CLE credits
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Young Lawyers and Newly Admitted Attorneys
A Lawyer’s Guide to New Jersey Civil Trial Preparation
Tuesday, Nov. 6 | 9 am.
Crowne Plaza, Fairfield
Presented by NJICLE
Learn everything you need to know to successfully handle basic civil litigation. 4.0 CLE credits
Debt Collection Strategies that Get Results
Tuesday, Nov. 6 | 9 a.m.
Westin, Mt. Laurel
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division and Special Civil Part Committee
Learn everything you need to know about practical debt collection strategies that get real results. 4.0 CLE credits
The Young Lawyers Conference
Saturday, Nov. 10 | 9 a.m.
New Jersey Law Center, New Brunswick
Presented by NJICLE, co-sponsored by the Young Lawyers Division, Diversity Committee, Hispanic Bar Association of New Jersey and New Jersey Muslim Lawyers Association
Learn how to better promote yourself and your practice and hone in on skills that will take your practice to the next level. 6.7 CLE credits
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