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Gary Lesser

President, Florida Bar

Room A | 10:35 - 11:35 Civility and Professionalism

Chief Justice Carlos Muniz

Florida Supreme Court

Room B | 8:45 - 9:35 A Conversation With Our Florida Supreme Court Justices

Katie Phang

The Katie Phang Show

Room E | 8:45 - 9:35 Managing the Media in a High Profile Case

Helen Wan

Author, "The Partner Track"

Room A-F | 12:25 - 1:25 KEYNOTE

John B Morgan

Morgan & Morgan

Room C | 8:45 - 9:35 The Secrets of Success in running your law firm - Hear from a Legend
Agenda

Sessions are subject to change. Times are in Eastern Standard Time.
Pre-recorded presentations to be announced in March 2023.

Agenda

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

Hallmarks of an Effective Arbitration: Best Practices

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Ret. Judge Joseph P. Farina
JAMS

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Ret. Judge Melvia Green
JAMS

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Ret. Judge Cristina Pereyra-Alvarez
JAMS

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Ronald Ravikoff
JAMS

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Patricia H. Thompson
JAMS

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Ret. Judge John W. Thornton
JAMS

1.0 General – 0.5 Ethics

Attorneys are facing increased requirements to arbitrate their client’s dispute in lieu of traditional court proceedings often due to a contract provision mandating arbitration. Arbitration proceedings require a special skill set. Join a distinguished panel of experienced arbitrators as they outline best practices for your effective arbitration. The panel will address the following key elements:

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  • Drafting Arbitration Clauses
  • Ins and Outs of the “Preliminary Hearing” Call
  • Conducting the Arbitration Final Hearing
  • Potential Ethical Issues

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

What's Happening in Florida Family Courts - Hear from Civil Administrative Judges from Around the State

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Edith Osman
Carlton Fields

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Judge Samantha Ruiz Cohen
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Jack Helinger
Sixth Judicial Circuit

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Judge Hope Bristol
Seventeenth Judicial Circuit

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Judge Wesley Tibbals
Thirteenth Judicial Circuit

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Judge Diana Tennis
Ninth Judicial Circuit

1.0 General – 1.0 Marital and Family Law

Join our Florida Judges on their take on the family court system. During this presentation, hear recent updates on Zoom hearings, continued education trainings, in-person vs virtual, and much more. Don’t miss out! 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

Minority Women and Their Impact in the Changing Legal Community

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Adriana Cioara 
The Ward Law Group

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Jany Martinez-Ward
The Ward Law Group

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Angelica Jimenez
Law Offices of Angelica Jimenez

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Suzette Russomanno 
Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel, LLP

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Schuyler Smith 
Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel, LLP

1.0 General – 1.0 Bias Elimination 

Did you know that minority women are among the most underrepresented demographic in the legal community? In this dynamic presentation our expert speakers will discuss the challenges of their professions, quote shocking statistics, give their real-life encounters to obstacles, and how to persevere through adversity. Presented by our Title Sponsor, The Ward Law Group, this is one presentation you wouldn’t want to miss! 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

What Every Attorney & Judge Should Know About Preserving the Trial Record

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Allen Bonner
South Florida Appeals, PA

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Judge Bronwyn Miller
Third District Court of Appeal

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Judge Stephanie Williams Ray
First District Court of Appeal

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Judge Ed Artau
Fourth District Court of Appeal

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Chief Judge Brian D. Lambert
Fifth District Court of Appeal

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Chief Judge Meredith L. Sasso
Sixth District Court of Appeal

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Judge Susan Rothstein-Youakim
Second District Court of Appeal

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Join our presentation on “Preserving the Trial Record” as we discuss key topics like Preserving the Record During Pretrial Litigation, Identify Key Areas for Issue Preservation During Trial, and Points of Concern in this open discussion with our legal professionals. 

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

Down the Rabbit Hole: Bitcoin and Your Practice

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Aaron Daniel
Kula & Associates, PA

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Abbigail Webb
Atlantic Coast Automotive

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Jose Lemus
IBEX Pay

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Juan Gomez
Lightsats

1.0 General – 1.0 Technology

This talk explores the intersection of Lightning Network and Smart Contracts. Lightning Network enables near-instant transactions with negligible fees, while Smart Contracts are self-executing contracts with terms written in code. The talk specifically looks at Escrow on the Lightning Network, which allows for secure transactions between parties and potential use cases for the future.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

Tips for Practicing in the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals

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Judge Robert Luck
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeal

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Sandra Ramirez Loe
Greenberg Traurig

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Judge Adalberto Jordan
Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeal

1.0 General – 1.0 Appellate Practice

Learn from our panel of legal professionals as they give you the best tips for practicing at the 11th Circuit from preparation, oral arguments, presenting your appeal, and more.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

#Softskills - A Step by Step Breakdown of How to Succeed In the Legal Profession

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Robert 'Beau' Blumberg
Deutsch Blumberg & Caballero, PA

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David Emas
Falk, Waas, Hernandez, & Solomon, P.A.

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MC Cravatta
Foley & Lardner LLP

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Lauren Allen
Shutts & Bowen

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Erin Weinstock
Rumberger Kirk & Caldwell

1.0 General

Soft skills can seem so useless, but it’s really your biggest hidden superpower! During this dynamic presentation, our young lawyers will give their perspectives on the basics of soft skills, the best tips & tricks to honing your skills, and key targets when you are applying your skills in the real world. Learn from the best and succeed further in your professional career!

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

Ethics of the Matrix: Ethical Obligations & Legal Technology in Today's Changing Legal World

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Caitlin Ward
DISCO

1.0 General – 1.0 Ethics – 1.0 Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the legal profession as it has done in finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. This has some lawyers and technologists worried. During this one-hour CLE, you will learn what we mean when we talk about using AI in the law, what’s driving AI innovation, and how the changing data landscape in corporations is impacting dispute resolution. Not to mention how leveraging augmented intelligence in eDiscovery can find evidence faster, increase efficiency, and decrease errors while reducing the overall cost exponentially and how that plays into your professional responsibility and ethical duty to your clients.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

Litigating for the Government - What Could Possibly Go Wrong?

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Edward G. Guedes
Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L

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Anne Flanigan
Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L

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Alicia Gonzalez
Weiss Serota Helfman Cole + Bierman, P.L

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John A. Greco
City of Miami

1.0 General - 1.0 State and Federal Government and Administrative Practice

This panel discussion will consider the unique aspects of litigation implicated when local government entities are parties. The speakers will address issues of sovereign immunity, eminent domain and inverse condemnation, local government and government official liability in civil rights actions, and the practical realities of representing elected bodies in litigation, including executive sessions, settlements, and sunshine law and public records considerations.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

A Conversation With Our Florida Supreme Court Justices

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Ret. Justice Raoul Cantero
White & Case LLP

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Chief Justice Carlos Muniz
Florida Supreme Court

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Justice Charles Canady
Florida Supreme Court

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Justice Jorge Labarga
Florida Supreme Court

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Justice John Couriel
Florida Supreme Court

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Justice Jamie Grosshans
Florida Supreme Court

1.0 General

Join our Florida Supreme Court Justices in an open and candid discussion on decreased cases, oral arguments, and the direction of the Florida justice system.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

What's Happening in Florida Civil Courts - Hear from Civil Administrative Judges from Around the State

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Judge Jennifer Bailey
Eleventh Judicial Circuit

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Judge Waddell Wallace III
Fourth Judicial Circuit

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Judge Carol-Lisa Phillips
Seventeenth Judicial Circuit

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Judge John E. Jordan
Ninth Judicial Circuit

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Judge James Nutt
Fifteenth Judicial Circuit

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Eugene Pettis
Haliczer Pettis & Schwamm, P.A.

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Hear from Administrative Judges from Civil Divisions around the State of Florida.  The discussion will include updates on how things have changed since the COVID Pandemic and how things are progressing.  Gain perspectives, input, and suggestions from various parts of the State.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

Giving a Great Closing

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Todd Falzone
Kelley | Uustal

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Julie Braman Kane
Colson Hicks Eidson

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Carlos Llorente
Hamilton Miller & Birthisel

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Learn from some of the most seasoned and well-respected trial lawyers on giving a great closing argument.  Learn the best tips and techniques to build a winning closing argument, and determine if the case still be won or lost in closing.  Join the panel for this informative discussion about the last time you will speak directly to the jury – an opportunity not simply to restate the facts, but to arm your jurors with what you believe they will need in the deliberation room.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

The Handling of Pre-trial Motions by U.S. Magistrates Judges – Civil and Criminal

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Michael Davis
Kuehne Davis Law, PA

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U.S. Magistrate Judge Lauren Louis
Southern District of Florida

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U.S. Magistrate Judge Embry Kidd
Middle District of Florida

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U.S. Magistrate Judge Zachary Bolitho
Northern District of Florida

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Benedict Kuehne
Kuehne Davis Law PA

1.0 General – 1.0 State and Federal Government and Administrative Practice

Join in as our expert speakers discuss the short-form discovery order that many magistrate judges require attorneys to follow. Experience and stay up to date on pre-trials in this presentation.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

How to 10X You Law Firm in 2023

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Gregory C. Ward
The Ward Law Group

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology


Join the CEO of The Ward Law Group as he hosts an instructional session on making your law firm 10x’s
as efficient through advanced technology, benefits of outsourcing, and automating processes to make
you and your firm perform the best!


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time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

Adventures in Condominium Living: Current Trends in Association and Unit Owner Litigation

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Sean Brown
Kaye Bender Rembaum

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Jonathan Goldstein
Haber Law

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Michael Gelfand
Gelfand & Arpe, P.A.

1.0 General – 1.0 Condominium and Planned Development Law

During this presentation our seasoned panelists will discuss current trends, pre-suits, litigation lifecycle, and more in regards to condominium living in the state of Florida.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

Dealing with Difficult Witnesses Through Effective Cross Examination

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Eric Ostroff
Meland Budwick

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Stuart Ratzan
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Ken Turkel
Turkel, Cuva, Barrios

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Carmen Vizcaino
Wahid Vizcaino

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial


In a tale as old as time, there will always be that one difficult witness. How do you find the best ways to deal with them and be success at the same time? During this presentation, learn from our experts in the field on best techniques in cross examination, strategies to identify difficult witnesses early, and more in this interactive program.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

Cannabis Law from an Insider's Perspective

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Theresa Conduah
Haynes Boone

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Daniel Shapiro
ABA, Chair Cannabis Division

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Gregory Pizarro
Glenhouse

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John Blair
City of Santa Fe

1.0 General – 1.0 State and Federal Government and Administrative Practice

With the world evolving everyday, so does the outlook on cannabis. Join our presentation as we discuss cannabis law from a legal perspective as we take a review on state law, the growing (pun intended) industry, and much more!

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

A View from the YLD

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Tiffany Ashley Disney
University of Miami

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Iris Elijah
FIU Office of the General Counsel

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Sharlene Stanford
IDignity Orlando

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Robert “Beau” Blumberg
Deutsch Blumberg & Caballero, PA

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Todd Baker
Kogan & DiSalvo, P.A.

1.0 General

Being a young lawyer can be the best and most trying part of your life. Balancing a newly found career and your personal life can be a little hectic. Join the conversation with our young legal professionals as they discuss best practices to balance life/work, tips and tricks to handling seasoned attorneys, and guidance to elevating your career.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

A Former CIA Officer's Guide to Due Diligence for Litigation and Business + Google Ninja Tricks

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Marc Hurwitz
Crossroads Investigations

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology – 1.0 Business Litigation

During this presentation, our guest hosts will cover a variety of topics when it comes to the next technological boom in Miami. Attendees can expect to gain knowledge from Web3 in relation to law enforcement and legal practices, Miami's growth in crypto and NFTs, where Miami goes from here, and much more in the world of law and tech.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

What's Happening in Florida Criminal Courts

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Jude Faccidomo
Ratzan Faccidomo

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Judge Andrea Wolfson
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Daliah Weiss
Fifteenth Circuit Court

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Judge Samantha Lee Ward

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology – 1.0 Criminal Trial Law

Join our rock star panel of experts as they discuss the recent updates in Florida’s criminal courts in regards to criminal proceedings. Some of the topics covered in this presentation will be on remote technology, speedy trial rule, retention of ASAs/PDs, and more.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

What's Happening in Florida's District Courts

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Michael Ufferman
Michael Ufferman Law Firm, PA

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Judge Kathleen Williams
U.S. Southern District of Florida

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Judge Timothy Corrigan
U.S. Middle District of Florida

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Judge Kent Wetherell
U.S. Northern District of Florida

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology

Stay updated on recent events in the Florida District Courts by watching our presentation on trials, civility, growing use of technology in the courtroom, and more.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

How They Did It: A Conversation with Florida Bar Past Presidents

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Michelle Suskauer
Dimond Kaplan Rothstein, P.A.

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Edith Osman
Carlton Fields

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Dori Foster-Morales
Foster-Morales, PLLC

1.0 General

In a candid conversation with our past Florida Bar presidents, learn how they achieved success in a male dominated organization. During this presentation, the speakers will discuss professional paths, mentorship, mental health challenges, and more on their road to being Florida Bar President. 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

Effectively Picking a Jury - A View From Two of the Nation's Most Influential Trial Consultants

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Artemis Malekpour
Malekpour & Ball

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David Ball
Malekpour & Ball

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

This session covers such key voir-dire principles as those below and will include discussion of participants’ questions. Voir dire is not about just selection. It’s also when you can learn about those who’ll be in your audience and what each is like. It’s also the juror’s initial and often lasting impression of you as someone they want (or don’t want) to be with, relate to, trust, and side with.

In voir dire, jurors often decide if you’re worth listening to or are just a time hog instead of a guide to help them navigate the unfamiliar seas of a trial and in making their decisions. The principles below are designed to help you with all these concerns.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

First Party Property Insurance - Is the Party Over?

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Daniel Smith
Salomon Smith PLLC

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David Levin
Baker Donelson

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Ron Haynes
Christopher Ligori & Associates

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Matthew Lavisky
Butler Weihmuler Katz Craig

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Aaron Warner
Warner Fitzmartin

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Stay up-to-date on first-party property insurance litigation with our experienced panel as they discuss residential/commercial property damage, review of various Florida Statues, the impact of Hurricane Ian, and more.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

The Secrets of Success in Running Your Law Firm - Hear from a Legend

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John Morgan
Morgan & Morgan

1.0 General 

Learn about the success story of John Morgan, founder of the largest personal injury law firm in the United States with offices in 49 states and Washington D.C.  Learn valuable techniques and practices and gain incredible insight into running a successful law firm, no matter the size.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

Trial of the Probate Case

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Elizabeth Hughes
Akerman

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Samah Abukhodeir
The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm

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Anthony Dieguez
Dieguez & Associates, PLLC

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Cady Huss
Cady L. Huss, PA

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Judge Jorge Cueto
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Jose L. Fernandez
Eleventh Circuit Court

1.0 General

Probate trials can be tricky to navigate, but thankfully our panel is here to help! Join this presentation as we discuss jury trials, tips from the Judiciary perspective, considerations for probate litigation, and more best practices from our expert legal professionals.  

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

Medicaid Planning 101: With Special Considerations for Probate and Guardianship Attorneys

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Jason Neufeld,
Elder Needs Law, PLLC

1.0 General - 0.5 Mental Illness - 1.0 Elder Law - 1.0 Wills, Trusts, and Estates

During this presentation our guest speaker Jason Neufeld will discuss the ends and outs of Medicaid Planning. From long term care, different assessment tests, how/what effects Elder Law, and much more.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

Managing the Media in a High Profile Case

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Brian Andrews
The News Directors

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Katie Phang
The Katie Phang Show

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Carlos Gonzalez
Carlos F. Gonzalez, P.A.

1.0 General – 1.0 Technology

High profile case coming up? You’re prepared and ready for the case, but what about the media? Join our presentation to learn the ins and outs of navigating the media before, during, and after your case to make your client and you America’s heroes.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

Intellectual Property and Tourism - Putting the IP in your next TRIP

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David Friedland
Friedland Vining

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Rosa Jimenez
Travel & Leisure

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Ernesto Rubi
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

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Susan Crane
Wyndham Hotels

1.0 General – 1.0 Intellectual Property Law


How does one value and determine the intellectual property of when it comes to tourism? Learn from
our panel of experts in the field of intellectual property (IP) on how to achieve this with emerging
technology, determining IP rights, and much more. Join our presentation and stay up-to-date on IP and
tourism development.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

Trial of the Civil Case in County Court

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Judge Milena Abreu
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Michael Bagge-Hernandez
Thirteenth Circuit Court

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Judge Jacqueline Woodward
Eleventh Circuit Court

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

During this presentation, our panel will discuss their best approach to trial from grand openings/closing, handling evidentiary objections, and more with our panel of judiciary speakers.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

The Near-Shoring Trend and How it is Affecting Mexican Manufacturing - A Discussion of the Mexican Preferential Tax Regime

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Larry Pascal
Haynes Boone

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Edgar Klee
Haynes Boone

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Fernanda Ruizesparza
Haynes Boone

1.0 General – 1.0 Business Litigation – 1.0 Tax Law

Join the team of Haynes Boone as they discuss international interests of Mexican Preferential Tax Regime. During this presentation, some of the key topics to be discussed are Negotiating industrial leases in Mexico, Negotiating Shelter Agreements with Immex companies and Mexican tax considerations.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

The Most Effective Ways to Win with Experts and Evidence

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Sowmya Bharathi
Akerman

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Eugene Stearns
Stearns Weaver

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Sean Domnick
Domnick Whalen

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

It’s time to bring in an expert to make your case a slam dunk! What are the necessary steps to take to assemble your winning team? Our knowledgeable panel will go through some of the best tips they know that yields the most effective winning team. They will discuss when you need to retain your expert, how to identify the expert, ways to present your evidence, and more.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

Mediating with Professionalism - Educating Young Lawyers and Law Students

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Ret. Judge Sarah Zabel
MAZE Resolutions PA

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Sashi Bach
Boise Schiller Flexner LLP

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Heloiza Correa
Heloiza A. Correa, P.A.

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Sara Kay
Kay Family Law PLLC

1.0 General – 1.0 Professionalism

Having to go through mediation and complete the process successfully is a talent in itself. Learn from our expert panel as we discuss the steps of mediation, professional perspectives, the practice of civility, and more!

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

Florida Real Estate: How Hot Is It?

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Neisen Kasdin
Akerman

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Jarrett Bingemann
Akerman

1.0 General – 1.0 Real Estate

The state of Florida has always been the epicenter of amazing real estate from our beautiful beaches, incredible weather, and vast cultures. During this presentation, we will discuss the market overview, hot topics in real estate law, and best legal advice to give your investor clients. Join our presentation to have the best how-to guide into Florida’s real estate today.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

Powerful Graphics - the Art of Visual Persuasion

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Travis Luther
Trial Line

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology – 1.0 Civil Trial

In this presentation Travis will show attorneys how to create persuasive graphic presentations for trial, hearings and mediations. In addition, he will discuss the psychology behind visual learning and recall that attorneys can use to their advantage when arguing a case before a jury or judge. 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

Advocating for the Victim of Fraud in the Criminal and Civil Arenas

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Judge Chiaka Ihekwaba
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Jacqueline Woodward
Eleventh Circuit Court

1.5 General - 0.5 Ethics - 1.5 Civil Trial - 1.5 Criminal Appellate Law - 1.5 Criminal Trial Law

During this presentation, our County Court and Criminal Court committees come together to discuss the do’s and don’ts that attorneys should be aware of when appearing in court to defend a client who has been the victim of identity fraud. The guest speakers for this presentation are 2 dynamic judges, the Honorable Judge Woodward and the Honorable Judge Ihekwaba to give their perspectives and guidance.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

Construction & Property Litigation From the Experts

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Phillip Joseph
Ball Janik LLP

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Evan Small
Ball Janik LLP

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Gabriel Coelho
Ball Janik LLP

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Joseph R. Fitos
Ball Janik LLP

1.0 General – 1.0 Construction Law – 1.0 Real Estate 

Learn from our experienced litigation panel on how to navigate construction and property cases by examining insurance, steps to mediation, and more in this informative presentation!

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

Trial of the Family Case

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Amber Kornreich
Law Offices of Kornreich & Associates

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Brittany Bonner
Filler Rodriguez, LLP

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Judge Victoria del Pino
Eleventh Judicial Circuit

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Gerald Kornreich
Law Offices of Kornreich & Associates

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Catherine Rodriguez
Filler Rodriguez, LLP

1.0 General – 1.0 Professionalism – 1.0 Marital and Family Law

Learn from our speakers on trying a family law case in Florida. During this presentation, you will learn about proven preparation techniques, which questions to ask in examination, how to properly manage your client, and more. Join the conversation!

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

From Grief to Getting Justice – Handling Wrongful Death Actions – Plaintiff and Defense Perspectives

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Adam Finkel
The Haggard Law Firm

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Matt Wendler
Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo & Cohen

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

With a topic on personal injury, our amazing panel will address handling wrongful death matters, challenges and strategy tips that are specific to wrongful death matters, recent case law updates as compared to cases involving injuries and more.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

Civility and Professionalism

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Gary Lesser
Florida Bar, President

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Roland Sanchez-Medina Jr.
SMGQ Law

1.0 General – 0.5 Professionalism

Hear from Florida Bar President Gary Lesser on the importance of upholding the prestigious title of being a Florida appointed attorney in his in-depth presentation on civility and professionalism.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

A Conversation with Florida's Judicial Nominating Commissions

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Scott Dimond
Dimond Kaplan Rothstein, PA

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Alvin Brown
Alvin K. Brown, PA

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Alice Sum
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

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Lilly Ann Sanchez
LS Law Firm

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Susan Aprill
Fowler White Burnett, PA

1.0 General

Join our candid, open forum on Judicial Nominating Commissions (JNC) with our expert panel as they discuss key topics like the importance of recommendations, avoiding common mistakes, and more. 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

An Overview of Grace Court and Perspectives From The Bench and Bar on the Role of the Pro Bono Attorney in Dependency and Grace Court

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Nikki Weisburd
Dade Legal Aid

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Karen Ladis
Dade Legal Aid

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Dana Viggiano
Dade Legal Aid

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Kristen Feuer
Dade Legal Aid

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Judge Zachary James
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Judge Angelica D. Zayas
Eleventh Circuit Court

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Stephanie Grosman
Dade Legal Aid

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial – 1.0 Juvenile Law

The purpose of this session is to introduce attendees to the mission of Dade Legal Aid’s Child Advocacy Project, its Staff, and Judges who will provide an overview and discuss its mission to represent youth and to recruit attorneys through Dade Legal Aid’s Child Advocacy Project. The session will be marketed to South Florida attorneys across a broad spectrum of practice areas to increase pro bono representation in Dependency for foster youth and in GRACE Court for survivors of human trafficking.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

How Special Masters Can Assist Your Case

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Judge Roy Altman
Southern District of Florida

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David Tenner
Ridley McGreevy Winocur

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Thomas Icard
Icard Merrill

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Ret. Judge Jacqueline Scola

1.0 General

Join this informative presentation on special masters with our awesome line-up of experts as they discuss the rules under state/federal law, how special masters are appointed, the costs + benefits, and more.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

Educational Policy: Public Schools and the U.S. Supreme Court

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Vanessa Singh Johannes
Carlton Fields

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Chrisopher Lomax
Lomax Legal

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Charlton Copeland
University of Miami

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Melba Pearson
Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy

1.0 General – 1.0 Education Law – 1.0 State and Federal Government and Administrative Practice 

Education has been on the forefront as of late and it seems like everyone has an opinion on what needs to be done. During this presentation, our experts will educate you on upcoming educational cases, federal cases involving Florida’s public schools, and more relevant content on our varying educational system. 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

Avoiding Headaches and Malpractice in the QDRO Process

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Matthew Lundy, Esq.
Matthew Lundy Law - QDRO Law

1.0 General - 0.5 Ethics

Most family law attorneys know that a retirement account can be their best asset or their worse liability in a family law case, depending on how they approach these highly complex assets. The failure to cover the specific benefits related to retirement account in settlement and/or trial can set a client up for dissatisfaction, or worse yet, set their attorney up for a malpractice claim. 

In this 50-minute CLE, Matthew Lundy, Esq. will comprehensively cover all aspects of dividing retirement plans in family law cases, including high-level ethical concepts related to attorney obligations and timing in this process.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:35 am

Welcome

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Stuart Weissman
Ratzan Weissman & Boldt

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Roger Slade
Haber Law

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

time iconMarch 31, 2023 08:45 am

A Discussion with In-House and General Counsels

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Charise Morgan-Joseph
Zurich North America

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Amanda Oliver
NASCAR

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Frank Silva
SHOMA

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Paul Bances
Paypal

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Jennifer Guy
Hilton

1.0 General

Looking into a possible career change? Join this discussion and have an honest conversation on what it’s like to be in-house/general counsel and what it takes to be successful in today’s legal industry.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 09:40 am

What's Happening in Our Bankruptcy Courts

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Chief Judge Laurel Isicoff
Chief Judge, Southern District U.S. Bankruptcy

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Chief Judge Caryl E. Delano
Chief Judge, Middle District U.S. Bankruptcy

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Chief Judge Karen K. Specie
Chief Judge, Northern District U.S. Bankruptcy

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Dain de Souza
Bast Amron, LLP

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Experience a meeting of great minds and courts with the Chief Judges of the Northern, Middle, and Southern Bankruptcy Courts of Florida. Join this program to learn best tips and tricks, recent case law, and their take on court practices.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 10:35 am

Trial of the Criminal Case

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Sabrina Puglisi
Puglisi Carames

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Abbie Waxman
U.S. Attorney's Office, Southern District of Florida

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George Tragos
Law Offices of Tragos, Sartes, & Tragos

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Denis DeVlaming
deVlaming & Rivellini, PA

1.0 General – 0.5 Technology – 1.0 Criminal Trial Law

During this program, our superstar attorneys will give a robust presentation on best ways to prepare for a case for trial and tips during trial in this our forum discussion.

 

time iconMarch 31, 2023 11:30 am

What Keeps You Up at Night? What Every Company Needs to Know About Cybersecurity and Data Privacy in 2023

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Daniel Murdoch
Dechert, LLP

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Hilary Bonaccorsi
Dechert, LLP

1.0 General – 1.0 Technology

In today’s world, we should all be more cautious about how we navigate through the virtual world. Whether it’s something as simple as Zoom or complicated as NFTs, we need to be knowledgeable. During this presentation, our speakers will discuss the cyber threat landscape, privacy laws and more.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 12:25 pm

KEYNOTE

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Helen Wan
Time Warner Inc.

1.0 General

The life of a lawyer is STRESSFUL! Pleasing demanding clients, obtaining evidence for your case, billing the correct hours, making sure you don’t inadvertently upset a Judge, impress the partners, stay up to date on new or revised procedures, pay your membership dues, and oh, have a personal life as well. All this can impact your mental and emotional health and have significant implications with how you operate. During this presentation, listen to our amazing Keynote Speaker, Helen Wan, on how she successfully navigated her career, personal life, and managed to write an award-winning book turned Netflix hit, “The Partner Track.”

time iconMarch 31, 2023 01:30 pm

Myth Busting eDiscovery Costs and Complexities

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Elan Hersh
Akerman

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Corey Douglas
Elijah

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Jessie Torres
Berger Singerman

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Anely Nunez
Zenith Talent

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Emily Bartkowicz
Akerman

1.0 General – 1.0 Technology

Learn from the best in the industry on the ends and outs of eDiscovery and the myths that come with it. Some of the topics covered in this session will be the rules applied for state/federal, what is ESI, and much more!

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 02:25 pm

The Effective Use of Depositions in Trial

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Miranda Soto
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney

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Todd Michaels
Haggard Law Firm

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Eric Rosen
Rosen Injury

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Carter Andersen
Bush Ross

1.0 General – 1.0 Civil Trial

Learn the successful and effective keys to depositions in trial from how to properly prepare, the use of trial videos, rebuttals, and more in this breakdown from our panel of legal experts.

time iconMarch 31, 2023 03:20 pm

Financial Wellness for Attorneys

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Erik Alexander
Truist

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Jay Pelham
Kaufman Rossin Wealth

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Mike Cramer
Truist

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Eric Woodling
McGriff

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Raluca Kotowski
Truist

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Judge Bronwyn
Third District Court of Appeal

1.0 General

Learn from our experts on how to be financially well in your personal and professional lives. 

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 04:15 pm

What Your International Clients Should Be Aware Of

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Dennis Kainen
Weisberg Kainen Mark, PL

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Colin Cox
Haynes Boone

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Rebeca Sanchez-Roig
Sanchez-Roig Law, PA

1.0 General – 1.0 Business Litigation – 1.0 International Law – 1.0 International Litigation & Arbitration

During this presentation, our experienced hosts will cover a variety of topics regarding international policies in relation to US and Non-US persons. Some of the topics covered will be CFIUS, tax compliance, credibility, and more.

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time iconMarch 31, 2023 05:10 pm

Breaking up is Hard to Do: How to Extricate Yourself from a Client the Right Way

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Herman J. Russomanno III
Russomanno & Borrello, P.A.

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David Rothman
Rothman & Associates, P.A

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Jeffrey T. Foreman
Kenny Nachwalter, P.A.

1.0 General - 1.0 Ethics

“Breaking up is Hard to Do” is an informative presentation on how to deal with difficult cases from even more difficult clients. With a rock star panel of expert speakers, some of the topics the group plans on tackling are Common grievances about clients, Retainer Agreement, How to handle difficult client situations, and much more.

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