Family Law Section 2024 Summer Meeting

"Mastering the Appeal: Strategies for Success in Family Law"

Join us for an unparalleled learning experience that promises to enrich your legal skills and enhance your courtroom effectiveness. With a distinguished faculty panel comprising four Appellate Division Judges—one from each of the four Judicial Departments—and three seasoned matrimonial trial judges, this event is a must-attend for family law practitioners seeking to sharpen their appellate skills and trial strategies.

Program Highlights:

•    Preserving Issues for Appeal on the Trial Court Level: Learn how to lay the groundwork for a successful appeal during your trial proceedings, ensuring that every crucial issue is meticulously documented and preserved.

•    Seeking Emergency Relief from Appellate Courts: Gain insights into the procedural nuances and strategic considerations for obtaining expedited appellate interventions in critical cases.

•    Crafting Persuasive Briefs: Elevate your written advocacy with expert guidance on structuring compelling briefs that resonate with appellate judges.

•    Tips for Oral Argument: Enhance your oral advocacy skills with practical tips from the bench, tailored to help you make a more impactful impression during oral arguments.

•    Trends in Appellate Matrimonial Decisions: Stay ahead of the curve with an in-depth analysis of recent trends in appellate decisions pertaining to matrimonial law, and understand how these trends could affect your practice.

•    Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in Handling Appeals: Avoid common pitfalls in appellate practice with advice directly from judges on how to navigate complex appellate procedures and strategize effectively.

This dynamic program is designed to provide practical insights for both seasoned attorneys and those new to the field of family law. Whether you're looking to refine your appellate strategy, enhance your trial tactics, or simply stay updated on the latest trends and best practices, this meeting offers invaluable opportunities for professional development and networking.

Don't miss this chance to learn from the experts, connect with your peers, and take your family law practice to new heights. Register now for an engaging exploration of the challenges and complexities of family law appellate practice.

PROGRAM FACULTY:

Section Chair:

• Peter R. Stambleck, Esq., Mosberg Sharma Stambleck Gross, LLP, New York, NY

Program Co-Chairs:

• Rosalia Baiamonte, Esq., Gassman Baiamonte Gruner, P.C., Garden City, NY
• Brett S. Ward, Esq., Blank Rome LLP, New York, NY

Speakers:

• Hon. Judith Gische (Senior Counsel, Blank Rome; Former Associate Justice, Appellate Division, First Department)
• Hon. Mark Dillon (Associate Justice, Appellate Division, Second Department)
• Hon. Mark L. Powers (Associate Justice, Appellate Division, Third Department)
• Hon. Tracey A. Bannister (Associate Justice, Appellate Division, Fourth Department)
• Hon. Jeffrey S. Sunshine (Statewide Coordinating Judge for Matrimonial Matters)
• Hon. Jeffrey A. Goodstein (Supervising Judge, Supreme Court and Matrimonial Parts, Nassau County)
• Hon. Cheryl Joseph (Supervising Judge, Matrimonial Parts, Suffolk County)
• Hon. Bruce J. Wagner (Support Magistrate, Schenectady & Montgomery County Family Courts)

AGENDA:

Thursday, July 11, 2023

• 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration and Exhibits | Ballroom Foyer
• 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting | Salons ABCDEFGL
• 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Kid's Camp | Quincy Room
• 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. New Lawyers Cocktail Hour | Harbor View Terrace
• 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Welcome Reception at the New England Aquarium (1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110)
• 10:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite at the Bostonia Public House (131 State St., Boston, MA 02110)

Friday, July 12, 2023

• Morning Activities
  • 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast | Ballroom Foyer
  • 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration and Exhibits | Ballroom Foyer
  • 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Committee Breakfast Meetings
  • 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Kid's Camp | Quincy Room
  • 8:30 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. CLE Program | Salons ABCDEFGL
  • 12:00 p.m. Lunch on your own
• Afternoon Activities
  • 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Codzilla HIgh-Speed Thrill Boat Ride
  • 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Boston by Foot: Heart of the Freedom Trail
  • 2:00 – 3:20 p.m. Boston Duck Tour
• Evening Activities
  • 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Reception at the JFK Presidential Library & Museum (220 William T Morrissey Blvd., Boston, MA 02125) | Transportation will be provided.
  • 10:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Hospitality Suite at the Flight Club Boston (60 Seaport Blvd., Ste. 215, Boston, MA 02210)

Saturday, July 13, 2023

• Morning Activities
  • 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast | Ballroom Foyer
  • 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration and Exhibits | Ballroom Foyer
  • 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Committee Breakfast Meetings
  • 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Kid's Camp | Quincy Room
  • 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CLE Program | Salons ABCDEFGL
  • 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Meet and Greet with Honorable Jeffrey Sunshine | Salon H
• Afternoon Activities
  • 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride
  • 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Boston by Foot: The Road to Revolution
  • 2:00 – 3:20 p.m. Boston Duck Tour
• Evening Activity
  • 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Closing Reception at the Harpoon Brewery (306 Northern Ave., Boston, MA 02210) | Transportation will be provided

REGISTRATION:

Main Conference Registration (inclusive of CLE programming, breakfast, coffee breaks, and evening receptions and dinners)

• $600 – Young Lawyers (admitted within the past 10 years)
• $990 – Family Law Section Member
• $1,210 – NYSBA Member but not a Family Law Section Member
• $1,325 – Non-NYSBA Member (lawyers)
• $950 – Guest/Spouse/Nonlawyer

Additional Activities (separate from the main conference registration fee)

• $500 – Kids Camp (see agenda below for itinerary)
• $50 – Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride (Friday, 7/12,1:30-2:15 pm)
• $17 – Boston by Foot: Heart of the Freedom Trail (Friday, 7/12, 2:00-3:00 pm)
• $45 – Boston Duck Tour (Friday, 7/12, 2:00-3:20 pm)
• $50 – Codzilla High-Speed Thrill Boat Ride (Saturday, 7/13,1:30-2:15 pm)
• $17 – Boston by Foot: Road to Revolution (Saturday, 7/13, 2:00-4:00 pm)
• $45 – Boston Duck Tour (Saturday, 7/13, 2:00-3:20 pm)

ACCOMMODATION:

Boston Marriott Long Wharf

296 State Street, Boston, Massachusetts, USA 02109

Important Notice: Upon conference registration, a hotel reservation link will be provided by email before the end of the business day.

Hotel Information and Policies

• Cut-off Date: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
• Cancellation Policy: If you cancel within 72 hours prior to the arrival date, the cancellation fee will be charged at the full rate.
• Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. | Check-out time: 11:00 a.m.
• Smoke-free property
• Pet Policy: No pets allowed except for service animals.
• Parking: 
  • On-site parking is valet only ($67 daily) and based on availability. 
  • Fee for oversized vehicle (6 ft. 7in. more) is $75 per night.
  • Off-site parking: Harbor Garage (0.1 mile from property)

QUESTIONS/ASSISTANCE:

For registration questions or assistance, please reach out to our Member Resource Center (MRC) at [email protected] or at 800-582-2452/ 518-463-3724.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

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For sponsorship opportunities, reach out to Carra Forgea at [email protected]