Ongoing

Event Host: NY Supreme Court and the New York County Clerk's Office

“Life After Life in Prison”
A photo essay by photographer and attorney Sarah Bennett following the progress of four separate women released from prison after being convicted of murder.
9 a.m.–4:45 p.m. On display until Oct. 31

Event Host: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District

“My Eyes on New York”
An exhibit of photographs by former New York Law Journal photographer Rick Kopstein
Theodore Roosevelt Courthouse Charles P. Sifton Gallery
225 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn
On display until Dec. 31

Monday, Oct. 23

Event Host: NY City Bar (Non-CLE)

Beyond the Headlines: Examining the Undoing of DACA and TPS and the Legal Response in New York
6 p.m.–8 p.m.
42 West 44th St.
To register: www.nycbar.org

Event Host: NYCLA (CLE)

Immigration 101
(Note: This is a two–part series; day two is on Oct. 30)
Day One: Non-immigrant Categories; Labor Certification and Removal Proceedings
6 p.m.–9 p.m.
3 CLE credits
14 Vesey St., 2nd Floor Auditorium

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Swaps & Other Derivatives
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/FundSwaps17

Advanced Swaps & Other Derivatives
Two day program, continues Tuesday, Oct. 24
9 a.m.–5 p.m. each day
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/AdvSwaps17

Tuesday, Oct. 24

Event Host: Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Staying Relevant in Today's Fast Paced Digital World
Sign-in: 12:30 p.m. Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets
Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

A View from the Trenches: The Positive Impact of ADR for General and Other In–House Counsel
5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
3 CLE credits
15th and West Streets
Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

Event Host: NY City Bar (Non-CLE)

Recent Developments in Securities Litigation
6 p.m.–8 p.m.
42 West 44th St.
To register: www.nycbar.org

Event Host: Queens County Bar (CLE)

Recent Significant Decisions & Developments From Our Highest Appellate Courts 2017
5:30 p.m.-8 p.m
2.5 CLE credits
90-35 148th St., Jamaica
718-291-4500
[email protected]

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: 7th Judicial District Court Help Center

“Anatomy of a Small Claims Case”
Presentation will cover the relevant law and court procedure of a small claims case from start to finish.
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Center Hall of Justice, 99 Exchange Blvd.
Room 515, Rochester, N.Y.

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Court Help Center Staff from New York Civil Court and Kings County

“How to Start a Landlord/Tenant Case”
Presentation will cover situations such as non-payment, holdover, prime tenant/undertenant, licensee, HP and harassment cases.
2 p.m.-3 p.m.
Kings County Civil Court
141 Livingston Street, Room 404
Brooklyn

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Queens Supreme Court in Partnership with the Queens Volunteer Lawyers Project

Presentation on Foreclosure
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and speak with clerks from the Help Center and the foreclosure office.
10:30 pm -11:30 pm
Queens County Supreme Court, 88-11 Sutphin Blvd. Courtroom 45 (4th floor), Jamaica, N.Y.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Event Host: NYCLA

Public Forum: “New York Constitutional Convention: Why is it on the Ballot? How should I vote?”
On Nov. 7, New York State voters will decide on the referendum question, “Shall there be a convention to revise the constitution and amend the same?” The referendum is presented to voters only once every 20 years–so it is important that N.Y. state residents understand the issues at stake and the consequences of their vote.
6 P.M.
New York County Lawyers Association
14 Vesey St.
Free and open to the public

Event Host: Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Fall Commitment to Justice Reception.
Justice Fern Fisher will be the keynote speaker.
6 p.m.-10 p.m.
The Larkfield
507 Larkfield Rd, E. Northport, NY
For more info on tickets and sponsorships: email [email protected]
www.nslawservices.org

Event Host: Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Brady Material: The Prudent Prosecutor's Best Friend
Sign-in: 12:30 p.m Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets, Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

Event Host: Nassau Community College

Tips for a Successful Mediation or Arbitration
On WHPC 90.3 FM radio 3 p.m. (repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Court Help Center Staff from the Bronx Housing Court

Presentation on How to Start a Roommate Holdover Proceeding
This presentation is for those who have questions about evicting a roommate.
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Bronx Housing Court
1118 Grand Concourse, Room 250 (waiting area)

Thursday, Oct. 26

Event Hosts: Nassau County Bar, The Safe Center and Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Free Open House
Nassau residents are invited to bring legal questions and meet one-on-one with a volunteer attorney. Please bring all documents. Bi-lingual attorneys will be provided upon request.
3 p.m.-6 p.m.
Nassau County Bar Association
Corner of 15th Street and West Street
Mineola
Registration is required. Call 516-747-4070 to register.

Event Host: Queens County Bar (CLE)

Selling The “S” Corporation; Planning for The Good & The Bad
6 p.m.-8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
90-35 148th St., Jamaica
718-291-4500
[email protected]

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

34th Annual Section 1983 Civil Rights Litigation
9 a.m.–4:45 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/34CivilRL17

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: 7th Judicial District Court Help Center

Presentation on Guardianship Article 17A Cases.
This presentation is for those interested in asking the court to appoint someone to make important decisions for a loved one who is intellectually or developmentally disabled once they turn 18.
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Hall of Justice
99 Exchange Blvd., Room 515
Rochester

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Nassau County Supreme Court Help Center in Partnership with the Nassau County Bar

“Access to Justice”
Presentation will provide attendees with an overview of the resources and services that the Court Help Center provides for people without an attorney.
2 p.m.-5 p.m.
Nassau County Bar Association
15 West Street, Mineola

Friday, Oct. 27

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

Securities Law and Practice: How the SEC Works
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/SecLawP17

Trade Secrets : What Every Lawyer Should Know
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/TradeSec17

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: Bronx County Supreme Court Help Center Staff

Uncontested Divorce Workshop
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) workshop for couples without children under 21 as well as a “forms and instruction” workshop for couples with children under 21.
1 p.m.-2 p.m.
Bronx County Supreme Court
851 Grand Concourse, Room 122

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: New York County Surrogate's Court Help Center Staff

Presentation on the Nuts and Bolts of a Small Estate Proceeding
When a person dies leaving behind less than $30,000, their estate is considered small and a small estate proceeding may be started. Attendees will learn how to ask the court to divide the property left behind so it may be given to people who have a right to receive it under the law.
2 p.m.-4 p.m.
NY County Surrogate's Court, 31 Chambers Street, Room 503

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: Richmond County Surrogate's Court Personnel

Court User/ Pro-Se Appreciation Day Celebration.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the resources that the court offers to assist people with their legal issues.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
Richmond County Surrogate's Court,
18 Richmond Terrace, 2nd and 3rd floor
Staten Island

Saturday, Oct. 28

Event Host: Brooklyn Law School (CLE)

Prof. Robert M. Pitler Annual Program on Criminal Law, Procedure, Evidence & Ethics
8 a.m. Registration and Coffee
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Program
7 CLE credits
Brooklyn Law School
250 Joralemon St.
Register at www.brooklaw.edu/clpe by Oct. 20

Monday, Oct. 30

Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Effective Closing Statements—Strategies for Winning

Sign-in: 12:30 p.m
Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets, Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

NYCLA (CLE)

Women in Law: Policy Perspectives and Personal Progression

9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
4 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Immigration 101

(Note: This is a two–part series; Day one was on Oct. 23)

Day 2: Family-Based Immigration; Employment-Based Immigration; Political Asylum and Practical Tips

6 p.m.–9 p.m.
3 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

MONDAY, OCT. 30–
Tuesday, Oct. 31

Practising Law Institute

Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop

9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Day 1)
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Day 2)
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/AdvCompE17

Tuesday, Oct. 31

NYCLA

The Edward Weinfeld Award Luncheon

12 p.m.
Museum of Jewish Heritage
36 Battery Place, New York

NYCLA (CLE)

Litigation Materials on Westlaw

10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
1 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
3rd Floor, Library

Wednesday, Nov. 1

NYCLA (CLE)

[Rescheduled from Oct 17]

Recent Developments in Trade Secret and Restrictive Covenant

6 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Program 2 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Nassau Community College

More Tips On Finding Your Dream Law Job

On WHPC 90.3 FM radio
3 p.m.
(repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Thursday, Nov. 2

NYCLA (CLE)

Beyond the Basics: The Top Overlooked Lease Issues You Should Negotiate and Draft

6 p.m.–8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Tuesday, Nov. 7

Legal Aid Society

Criminal Defense Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Hosted by Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft

9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

6 CLE credits

200 Liberty Street, New York

Free for employees of public defender and assigned counsel offices

Registration required

Inquiries: [email protected]

Wednesday, Nov. 8

NYCLA (CLE)

Employment Law Compliance: What Landlords Need to Know

3 NY Credits: 2 Skills; 1 PP; 3 NJ Credits: 3 General
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Nassau Community College

Working With Other Generations and Genders

On WHPC 90.3 FM radio
3 p.m.
(repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Tuesday, Nov. 14

NYCLA (CLE)

What's New on Westlaw

10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

1 CLE credit
14 Vesey St
3rd Fl Library

Thursday, Nov. 16

Appellate Division, First Department (CLE)

Fundamentals of Search and Seizure Law with Hon. Barry Kamins

6 p.m.–8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
New York Supreme Court
111 Centre Street
Jury Room, 11th Floor
Contact: Amy Ostrau at [email protected]
212-340-0558

Have an event to list?

E–mail the details to [email protected]

Have an event to list? E-mail the details to [email protected]

Ongoing

Event Host: NY Supreme Court and the New York County Clerk's Office

“Life After Life in Prison”
A photo essay by photographer and attorney Sarah Bennett following the progress of four separate women released from prison after being convicted of murder.
9 a.m.–4:45 p.m. On display until Oct. 31

Event Host: U.S. District Court for the Eastern District

“My Eyes on New York”
An exhibit of photographs by former New York Law Journal photographer Rick Kopstein
Theodore Roosevelt Courthouse Charles P. Sifton Gallery
225 Cadman Plaza East, Brooklyn
On display until Dec. 31

Monday, Oct. 23

Event Host: NY City Bar (Non-CLE)

Beyond the Headlines: Examining the Undoing of DACA and TPS and the Legal Response in New York
6 p.m.–8 p.m.
42 West 44th St.
To register: www.nycbar.org

Event Host: NYCLA (CLE)

Immigration 101
(Note: This is a two–part series; day two is on Oct. 30)
Day One: Non-immigrant Categories; Labor Certification and Removal Proceedings
6 p.m.–9 p.m.
3 CLE credits
14 Vesey St., 2nd Floor Auditorium

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Swaps & Other Derivatives
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/FundSwaps17

Advanced Swaps & Other Derivatives
Two day program, continues Tuesday, Oct. 24
9 a.m.–5 p.m. each day
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/AdvSwaps17

Tuesday, Oct. 24

Event Host: Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Staying Relevant in Today's Fast Paced Digital World
Sign-in: 12:30 p.m. Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets
Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

A View from the Trenches: The Positive Impact of ADR for General and Other In–House Counsel
5:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
3 CLE credits
15th and West Streets
Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

Event Host: NY City Bar (Non-CLE)

Recent Developments in Securities Litigation
6 p.m.–8 p.m.
42 West 44th St.
To register: www.nycbar.org

Event Host: Queens County Bar (CLE)

Recent Significant Decisions & Developments From Our Highest Appellate Courts 2017
5:30 p.m.-8 p.m
2.5 CLE credits
90-35 148th St., Jamaica
718-291-4500
[email protected]

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: 7th Judicial District Court Help Center

“Anatomy of a Small Claims Case”
Presentation will cover the relevant law and court procedure of a small claims case from start to finish.
11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Center Hall of Justice, 99 Exchange Blvd.
Room 515, Rochester, N.Y.

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Court Help Center Staff from New York Civil Court and Kings County

“How to Start a Landlord/Tenant Case”
Presentation will cover situations such as non-payment, holdover, prime tenant/undertenant, licensee, HP and harassment cases.
2 p.m.-3 p.m.
Kings County Civil Court
141 Livingston Street, Room 404
Brooklyn

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Queens Supreme Court in Partnership with the Queens Volunteer Lawyers Project

Presentation on Foreclosure
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and speak with clerks from the Help Center and the foreclosure office.
10:30 pm -11:30 pm
Queens County Supreme Court, 88-11 Sutphin Blvd. Courtroom 45 (4th floor), Jamaica, N.Y.

Wednesday, Oct. 25

Event Host: NYCLA

Public Forum: “New York Constitutional Convention: Why is it on the Ballot? How should I vote?”
On Nov. 7, New York State voters will decide on the referendum question, “Shall there be a convention to revise the constitution and amend the same?” The referendum is presented to voters only once every 20 years–so it is important that N.Y. state residents understand the issues at stake and the consequences of their vote.
6 P.M.
New York County Lawyers Association
14 Vesey St.
Free and open to the public

Event Host: Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Fall Commitment to Justice Reception.
Justice Fern Fisher will be the keynote speaker.
6 p.m.-10 p.m.
The Larkfield
507 Larkfield Rd, E. Northport, NY
For more info on tickets and sponsorships: email [email protected]
www.nslawservices.org

Event Host: Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Brady Material: The Prudent Prosecutor's Best Friend
Sign-in: 12:30 p.m Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets, Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

Event Host: Nassau Community College

Tips for a Successful Mediation or Arbitration
On WHPC 90.3 FM radio 3 p.m. (repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Court Help Center Staff from the Bronx Housing Court

Presentation on How to Start a Roommate Holdover Proceeding
This presentation is for those who have questions about evicting a roommate.
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Bronx Housing Court
1118 Grand Concourse, Room 250 (waiting area)

Thursday, Oct. 26

Event Hosts: Nassau County Bar, The Safe Center and Nassau Suffolk Law Services

Free Open House
Nassau residents are invited to bring legal questions and meet one-on-one with a volunteer attorney. Please bring all documents. Bi-lingual attorneys will be provided upon request.
3 p.m.-6 p.m.
Nassau County Bar Association
Corner of 15th Street and West Street
Mineola
Registration is required. Call 516-747-4070 to register.

Event Host: Queens County Bar (CLE)

Selling The “S” Corporation; Planning for The Good & The Bad
6 p.m.-8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
90-35 148th St., Jamaica
718-291-4500
[email protected]

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

34th Annual Section 1983 Civil Rights Litigation
9 a.m.–4:45 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/34CivilRL17

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: 7th Judicial District Court Help Center

Presentation on Guardianship Article 17A Cases.
This presentation is for those interested in asking the court to appoint someone to make important decisions for a loved one who is intellectually or developmentally disabled once they turn 18.
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Hall of Justice
99 Exchange Blvd., Room 515
Rochester

Pro Bono Week Event:

Event Host: Nassau County Supreme Court Help Center in Partnership with the Nassau County Bar

“Access to Justice”
Presentation will provide attendees with an overview of the resources and services that the Court Help Center provides for people without an attorney.
2 p.m.-5 p.m.
Nassau County Bar Association
15 West Street, Mineola

Friday, Oct. 27

Event Host: Practising Law Institute

Securities Law and Practice: How the SEC Works
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/SecLawP17

Trade Secrets : What Every Lawyer Should Know
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/TradeSec17

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: Bronx County Supreme Court Help Center Staff

Uncontested Divorce Workshop
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) workshop for couples without children under 21 as well as a “forms and instruction” workshop for couples with children under 21.
1 p.m.-2 p.m.
Bronx County Supreme Court
851 Grand Concourse, Room 122

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: New York County Surrogate's Court Help Center Staff

Presentation on the Nuts and Bolts of a Small Estate Proceeding
When a person dies leaving behind less than $30,000, their estate is considered small and a small estate proceeding may be started. Attendees will learn how to ask the court to divide the property left behind so it may be given to people who have a right to receive it under the law.
2 p.m.-4 p.m.
NY County Surrogate's Court, 31 Chambers Street, Room 503

Pro Bono Week:

Event Host: Richmond County Surrogate's Court Personnel

Court User/ Pro-Se Appreciation Day Celebration.
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the resources that the court offers to assist people with their legal issues.
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Light refreshments will be served.
Richmond County Surrogate's Court,
18 Richmond Terrace, 2nd and 3rd floor
Staten Island

Saturday, Oct. 28

Event Host: Brooklyn Law School (CLE)

Prof. Robert M. Pitler Annual Program on Criminal Law, Procedure, Evidence & Ethics
8 a.m. Registration and Coffee
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Program
7 CLE credits
Brooklyn Law School
250 Joralemon St.
Register at www.brooklaw.edu/clpe by Oct. 20

Monday, Oct. 30

Nassau County Bar (CLE)

Dean's Hour: Effective Closing Statements—Strategies for Winning

Sign-in: 12:30 p.m
Discussion: 1 p.m.–2 p.m.
1 CLE credit
15th and West Streets, Mineola
516-747-4070
[email protected]

NYCLA (CLE)

Women in Law: Policy Perspectives and Personal Progression

9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
4 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Immigration 101

(Note: This is a two–part series; Day one was on Oct. 23)

Day 2: Family-Based Immigration; Employment-Based Immigration; Political Asylum and Practical Tips

6 p.m.–9 p.m.
3 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

MONDAY, OCT. 30–
Tuesday, Oct. 31

Practising Law Institute

Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop

9 a.m.–5 p.m. (Day 1)
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (Day 2)
1177 Avenue of the Americas
www.pli.edu/AdvCompE17

Tuesday, Oct. 31

NYCLA

The Edward Weinfeld Award Luncheon

12 p.m.
Museum of Jewish Heritage
36 Battery Place, New York

NYCLA (CLE)

Litigation Materials on Westlaw

10:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
1 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
3rd Floor, Library

Wednesday, Nov. 1

NYCLA (CLE)

[Rescheduled from Oct 17]

Recent Developments in Trade Secret and Restrictive Covenant

6 p.m. Reception
6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. Program 2 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Nassau Community College

More Tips On Finding Your Dream Law Job

On WHPC 90.3 FM radio
3 p.m.
(repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Thursday, Nov. 2

NYCLA (CLE)

Beyond the Basics: The Top Overlooked Lease Issues You Should Negotiate and Draft

6 p.m.–8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Tuesday, Nov. 7

Legal Aid Society

Criminal Defense Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Hosted by Cadwalader Wickersham & Taft

9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

6 CLE credits

200 Liberty Street, New York

Free for employees of public defender and assigned counsel offices

Registration required

Inquiries: [email protected]

Wednesday, Nov. 8

NYCLA (CLE)

Employment Law Compliance: What Landlords Need to Know

3 NY Credits: 2 Skills; 1 PP; 3 NJ Credits: 3 General
9 a.m.–12 p.m.
14 Vesey St
2nd Floor Auditorium

Nassau Community College

Working With Other Generations and Genders

On WHPC 90.3 FM radio
3 p.m.
(repeated 7 a.m. on Sunday)
Voicestream: ncc.edu/whpc
For podcasts search WHPC on iTunes

Tuesday, Nov. 14

NYCLA (CLE)

What's New on Westlaw

10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

1 CLE credit
14 Vesey St
3rd Fl Library

Thursday, Nov. 16

Appellate Division, First Department (CLE)

Fundamentals of Search and Seizure Law with Hon. Barry Kamins

6 p.m.–8 p.m.
2 CLE credits
New York Supreme Court
111 Centre Street
Jury Room, 11th Floor
Contact: Amy Ostrau at [email protected]
212-340-0558

Have an event to list?

E–mail the details to [email protected]

Have an event to list? E-mail the details to [email protected]