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SUMMARY:MHLD Guardianship Certification Training
DESCRIPTION:Details TBD
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-guardianship-certification-training-6/
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SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230323T090000
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SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230324T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230324T140000
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SUMMARY:Brown Bag Lunch: Protective Orders
DESCRIPTION:Brown Bag Lunch: Protective Orders\nWhere: Zoom \nWhen:  March 24\, 2023\, 1pm to 2pm \n  \nREGISTER HERE:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAudeyrqDIpGtH9f8zD2Sqk3lYd2tS1MMpn \n  \n  \nDESCRIPTION: \nProtective Orders \nAre prosecutors moving for protective orders that keep you from giving case information to your clients or even keeping you from getting it yourself?  Come to this lunch training to discuss what is going on on this issue around the Commonwealth.  We will address: \n\nWhat to do to oppose the Commonwealth’s request for a protective order or move to reconsider an existing protective order\nWhat to do once a protective order is place to ensure compliance\nWhat to do when you are filing a motion or an appeal in a case involving a protective order\n\nThis program has been approved for 1 CLE on the following CPCS Panels:  Adult Criminal\, Criminal Appeals\, YAD and YAD Appeals \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/brown-bag-lunch-protective-orders/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230325T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230325T170000
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SUMMARY:Vinfen's 16th Annual Moving Images Film Festival - Brought Into Focus: Exploring the Gaps in Person-Centered Care
DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted by VINFEN. Any questions or issues regarding this program should be directed there: filmfestival@vinfen.org. This event is being listed for informational purposes only. CPCS staff cannot assist with\, or solve\, registration issues.\nREGISTER HERE:  https://vinfen.org/moving-images-film-festival/ \nThis program qualifies for 6 CLE on the Mental Health Panel \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/vinfens-16th-annual-moving-images-film-festival-brought-into-focus-exploring-the-gaps-in-person-centered-care/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230327T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230327T170000
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CREATED:20230729T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T221646Z
UID:10000645-1679907600-1679936400@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:MHLD Guardianship Mock Trials
DESCRIPTION:Details TBD
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-guardianship-mock-trials/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230327T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230327T143000
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CREATED:20230729T222945Z
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UID:10000708-1679922000-1679927400@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:WRM Keynote Event
DESCRIPTION:More details to be announced soon
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/wrm-keynote-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T170000
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CREATED:20230729T221246Z
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UID:10000626-1679994000-1680022800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184503
CREATED:20230729T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T221646Z
UID:10000646-1679994000-1680022800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:MHLD Guardianship Mock Trials
DESCRIPTION:Details TBD
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-guardianship-mock-trials-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230328T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230328T150000
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SUMMARY:Challenges of the First 3 Interviews with a Parent Client
DESCRIPTION:This training focuses on the first few meetings with a new client and the challenges that those meetings present. Topics discussed will include: the time pressure of preparing a new client for a hearing while that client is still dealing with the trauma of removal; role clarification and boundary-setting; reading the signs of past trauma and its impact on a client’s affect during the early interviews; affective (affective\, not effective\, but we hope for that too) messaging during the interview as both support and behavioral response; the way shame\, sadness\, and anger play out in these interviews and some ways to approach and manage\, and then return to the preparation for hearing. It will also touch on the when and how of going thru the petition with the new client as well as role play prep for direct and cross.\nThe format is a directed discussion with Helena Friedman\, Jessica Lang\, Jay Clark\, Lisa Kling and Ellen Broadhurst.\nMarch 28\, 1:00-3:00 pm\, on Zoom\nApproved for 2 CAFL CLEs \nJay Clark is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: Challenges of the 1st three interviews\nTime: Mar 28\, 2023 01:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/86055192389?pwd=UEd0VXdIOEFKdU15eEtzb1JEU09sZz09 \nMeeting ID: 860 5519 2389\nPasscode: 169620
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/challenges-of-the-first-3-interviews-with-a-parent-client/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T170000
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CREATED:20230729T221345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T221345Z
UID:10000627-1680166800-1680195600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T113000
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CREATED:20230729T223346Z
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UID:10000727-1680170400-1680175800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:PLS presents: Age-related Cognitive Conditions in Carceral Settings: An Overview for Advocates
DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted by Prisoner’s Legal Services (PLS). Any questions or issues regarding this program should be directed there (Ada Lin-alin@plsma.org) This event is being listed for informational purposes only. CPCS staff cannot assist with\, or solve\, registration issues.\nThis presentation is geared towards MA advocates who work with incarcerated people who are seeking medical parole based on a permanent cognitive incapacitation\, but may also be helpful for anyone working with incarcerated elders or those with cognitive disabilities. \nThe purpose of this presentation is to provide a basic overview of: \n\nThe types of neurocognitive conditions common among incarcerated elders and the physiological origins of these conditions\nHow to spot signs of cognitive impairment\nThe different types of neurocognitive evaluation tools that providers use to assess cognitive impairments and challenges to their administration in a carceral setting\nBest practices for medical advocacy and medical parole affidavit letters\n\nNote that this presentation includes short mandatory anonymous pre- and post-presentation surveys. \nDisclosure: This presentation\, facilitated by Prisoners’ Legal Services of MA\, is being provided in partnership with Dr. Rose Onyeali and Ang Le of UPenn School of Medicine and Lance Washington of the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors – Research Institute (NRI). The anonymized results of the survey will be part of a research study on the impact of medical education for legal advocates that may be published at a later date. \nRegistration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdu-tpzgqHtFI6cWy6TQYyEMMi76QRZ_u \n  \nThis training has been approved for 1.5 Hours of CLE Credits for the following CPCS panels: \nParole\, Medical Parole\, YAD Appeals\, Criminal Appeals\, SDP/SORB\, Mental Health\, Adult Criminal Trial \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/pls-presents-age-related-cognitive-conditions-in-carceral-settings-an-overview-for-advocates/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T170000
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SUMMARY:Direct Examination: Being the Guide for Your Jury
DESCRIPTION:By: Dennericka Brooks\, Lauren Thrasher\nIt has long been thought that direct examination is the easiest\, yet most boring\, part of trial. This free\, one-hour webcast explores the complexity of direct examination and demonstrates just how impactful direct can be. Join NITA faculty Dennericka Brooks and Lauren Thrasher to learn how to use direct examination to guide your fact-finder through your story in a meaningful way. Dennericka and Lauren will provide valuable tips on making a lasting impression by using structure\, verbiage\, visual aids\, and more. These tips and tricks will come to life as Dennericka and Lauren demonstrate the lessons that will take your direct examinations to the next level. \nDate/Time: March 30\, 2023\nTime: 11:00 AM MT\n1 CAFL CLE \nFor more information and to register: https://www.nita.org/s/product/direct-examination-being-the-guide-for-your-jury/01t8a000008xg4rAAA
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/direct-examination-being-the-guide-for-your-jury/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230403T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230403T170000
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CREATED:20230729T223045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T223045Z
UID:10000712-1680512400-1680541200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230404T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230404T170000
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CREATED:20230729T221345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T221345Z
UID:10000628-1680598800-1680627600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Zealous Advocacy in the District Courts
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid Training – Certification Training for District Court Criminal Case Assignments\nApplication Here: CPCS Bar Advocate Training Application \nDates:  March 3rd (Welcome and Intro) Zoom \nMarch 14\, 16\, 21\, 23\, 28\, 30\, April 3 & 4 2023  (9am to 5pm) (live sessions various locations)
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/zealous-advocacy-in-the-district-courts-8/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T190000
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SUMMARY:upEND Reads: A Conversation with Roxanna Asgarian
DESCRIPTION:We Were Once a Family: A Story of Love\, Death\, and Child Removal in America is a “searing indictment of the American foster care system.” \nDATE: Thursday\, April 6\, 2023 \nTIME: 6:00 PM Central \nLOCATION: Kiva Room\, Farish Hall\, University of Houston \nPARKING: Stadium Garage\, 4224 Elgin St. \nLIVE STREAM: YouTube – Register for a Link to Watch \nThis event will feature a book reading with Roxanna Asgarian and a Q&A session. After the discussion\, we will have a book signing with the author. Kindred Stories\, a Houston-based bookstore\, will have copies of the book available for purchase. \nFor more information and to register\, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/upend-reads-a-conversation-with-roxanna-asgarian-tickets-558786995947 \n2 CLE credits. \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/upend-reads-a-conversation-with-roxanna-asgarian/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230411T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230411T160000
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UID:10000684-1681218000-1681228800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Racial Equity presents Why Race Matters Speaker Series: Dr. Kenneth Hardy
DESCRIPTION:This year our series focuses on how we engage and work with communities to tackle the issues of racial inequity in our legal systems.  Participants leave with an understanding of the continuously evolving complexities of race in our criminal legal\, juvenile\, family regulation and mental health systems and how working collaboratively with community can mitigate the impact of the history of segregation and white supremacy in America\, as it influences the legal systems in which we work.\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpcs-training-dept-presents-why-race-matters-spring-2023-speaker-series-registration-532234376347 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCPCS Training Dept. Presents: Why Race Matters – Spring 2023 Speaker Series\nTheresa Coney\, CPCS Training Department Racial Equity Training Lead\, presents a speaker series advancing racial equity and justice.\nwww.eventbrite.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreating and maintaining community with clients and colleagues \n  \nSpeakers: Dr. Ken Hardy \nDate: April 11\, 2023 1-4 PM \nIn order to create and maintain community with clients and colleagues\, we believe we need to create processes\, structures and practices that value relationships and relationship-building. Dr. Kenneth V. Hardy\, the Director of the Eikenberg Institute for Relationships in New York will engage the head\, heart\, and spirit as he enlightens us on around strategies to create and maintain community as we respect the diversity of ways people develop and express knowledge; and provide a space for individuals to be in community with one another as their full\, authentic selves. This community we seek to develop is critical as we continue to answer the critical question of Why Race Matters.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/racial-equity-presents-why-race-matters-speaker-series-dr-kenneth-hardy/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T140000
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SUMMARY:Nursing Home Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:NURSING HOME ADVOCACY\n THIS PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR 2 CLE ON THE CPCS MENTAL HEALTH PANEL AND MENTAL HEALTH APPEALS PANEL \nPANEL DISCUSSION WITH: \n PENNY SHAW – Longtime Resident and Advocate for the rights of nursing home residents; Aging and Disability Advocate; PhD French literature and language. \n\nPersonal experience as a nursing home resident\nSelf-advocacy in the nursing home\nAdvocating for the rights of nursing home residents\nThe overuse of antipsychotic medication in nursing homes\nMisdiagnosis of mental illness \n\n FRANK BASKIN – LICSW\, MSW; Member of Dignity Alliance; Advocate for the Elderly. \n\nDignity Alliance – an advocacy organization for the elderly.\nExperience in assisting CPCS mental health counsel as a social worker.\nGetting an individual out of a nursing home.\n\n ATTORNEY JOHN FORD –Director\, Elder Law Project\, Northeast Justice Center\, Lynn\, MA since 1977. \n\nLegal advocacy for nursing home residents and the elderly.\nDiscussion of pending federal case.\nHis experience as an advocate for the elderly for the past 51 years.\n\n HOW TO REGISTER: \n   PLEASE REGISTER IN ADVANCE BY USING THIS LINK: \n https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMod-mqqDMoHtI_IGD99b0U4cxNY5Kw1S-i \n  \nHOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!! IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT EITHER: \nELAINE POURINSKI\, RC for Hampshire/Franklin – epourinski@aol.com \nJOAN LEGRAW\, RC for Barnstable/Plymouth – attorneyjlegraw@gmail.com
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/nursing-home-advocacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230412T140000
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UID:10000730-1681308000-1681318800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:MCLE Presents: Court Data on Race and Ethnicity in Civil Cases: Access to Justice Opportunities and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted by MCLE. Any questions or issues regarding this program should be directed there. (customerservice@mcle.org) . This event is being listed for informational purposes only. CPCS staff cannot assist with\, or solve\, registration issues.\nThis is a free event. \nThis program qualifies for 3 CLE on the CPCS Mental Health\, Mental Health Appeals Panels\, and CAFL. \nfor more information including how to register please use link below: \nhttps://www.mcle.org/Email/fy23/030823/2230291P01.html?emcampaignID=2230291P01&emuserID=117518&utm_source=Program_Alert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2230291P01&utm_content=2230291P01 \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mcle-presents-court-data-on-race-and-ethnicity-in-civil-cases-access-to-justice-opportunities-and-challenges/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230413T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T184503
CREATED:20230729T223246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T223246Z
UID:10000723-1681378200-1681405200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Rutgers Law School Presents What’s Next? Supporting Children\, Youth\, and Families in a Post-Abolition World
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a deeper conversation into a world without the Family Regulation System from those with lived experience\, experts\, legal scholars\, and more…\nAgenda \n\n\nRegistration and Breakfast 9:00 AM-9:30 AM  \nKeynote Speaker: To be announced 9:30 AM to 10:15AM \nThe Impact – Voices of Impacted Youth and Parents Who are Making an Impact 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM \n\nTawanna Brown\, Coach and Inaugural Member\, DCF Youth Council \nLexie Gruber-Perez \nYalonda Houston\, Attorney\, Community Legal Services\, Family Advocacy Unit \nJordan Ivey\, Peer to Peer Navigator and Inaugural Member\, DCF Youth Council\nApril Lee\, Director of Client Voice\, Community Legal Services\, Family Advocacy Unit\nAlexandra Travis\, Parent Ally\, Pre-Petition Project\, Legal Services of New Jersey\n\nTearing Down the Old 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM \n\nKelley Fong\, Assistant Professor\, Sociology\, University of California – Irvine \nErin Miles Cloud\, Co-Founder and Director Movement for Family Power \nJane Spinak\, Edward Ross Aranow Clinical Professor Emerita of Law\, Columbia Law school \n\n Lunch Served – 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM \nAfternoon:  \nCreating the New: What Can We Do Now?  2:00 PM to 3:15 PM \n\nKathleen Creamer\, Managing Attorney\, Family Advocacy Unit\, Community Legal Services \nSylvia Thomas\, Attorney\, Pre-Petition Project\, Legal Services of New Jersey\nShereen White\, Director of Advocacy and Policy\, Children’s Rights \n\nCreating the New: What Should We Plan For The Future?3:30 PM – 4:45 PM \n\nJulia Davis\, Director of Youth Justice and Welfare\, Children’s Defense Fund- NY\nJosh Gupta-Kagan\, Clinical Professor of Law\, Columbia Law School \nJey Rajaraman\, Attorney and Management Consultant\, Family Integrity & Justice Works\, Public Knowledge \n\nClosing – 4:45 PM to 5:00 PM \n*Tentative agenda subject to change \nIn-person Registration: https://go.rutgers.edu/youth \n\nLimited live stream: https://go.rutgers.edu/28bxeqrc \nEvent Flyers can be found here.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/rutgers-law-school-presents-whats-next-supporting-children-youth-and-families-in-a-post-abolition-world/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230414T130000
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CREATED:20230729T221946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T221946Z
UID:10000661-1681477200-1681480800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Power of the Jury: The History & Present of Nullification
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about how powerful juries can be\, even when presented with strong evidence by the Commonwealth.   \nIn 1851 a group of Bostonians helped free Shadrach Minkins\, who was being jailed in federal custody for violating the Fugitive Slave Act. Though seven were charged\, the government was unable to achieve even one conviction at trial.  Juries still take the power to nullify today. As we know\, the defense is not allowed to argue for nullification\, but this training will help us all find out about some situations where juries choose to nullify and the information jurors may look for in choosing to nullify.   \n   \nFaculty: Connor Barusch & Melanie Roberts   \nCLE: 1 YAD \, 1 ADULT CRIM  \nRegister Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYudeutrzwjGNfdwVTcPR-PbQf42Wmpol3G
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/power-of-the-jury-the-history-present-of-nullification/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230414T150000
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SUMMARY:MHLD Raising Racial Bias Issues in your Cases
DESCRIPTION:The MHLD Training Unit\, along with MHLD Staff and Panel Present:\nRaising Racial Bias Issues in your Cases \n Investigate the role of racial bias in the treatment of your client at sectioning\, admission\, and petition phases to demonstrate discriminatory targeting\, disparate treatment and unlawful practices in your commitment and guardianship cases. \nCome join us for this collaborative training examining how to effectively advocate and tell your clients’ stories by exploring the use of racial bias in your case theory. \nApril 14th from 1-3pm on Zoom \n2 CLE Credits: MHLD Trial Panel and MHLD Appellate Panel \n We will begin with an interactive panel discussion to explore: relevant research and data on how race impacts our BIPOC clients disparately in the Mental Health System; the clinical perspective including cultural competency and racial trauma; and how our colleagues have raised race in their cases. \nAfter the panel\, we will then break out into small groups for all to brainstorm practical ways to use our knowledge about the impact of racial bias on the treatment of our clients to litigate race and educate the court in concrete ways. \nAfter the training\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand how racial bias impacts our BIPOC clients in commitment and guardianship cases;\nRecognize ways to educate the court about the impact of racial bias on our clients which results in inaccurate diagnosis and inequitable treatment; and\nIdentify effective cross & direct examination chapters that reflect the impact of racial bias\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdOmppz0uGdCyjKgZ8ZqcYx0i76g3hCSj \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-raising-racial-bias-issues-in-your-cases/
CATEGORIES:Private Counsel|Public|Webinar
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SUMMARY:NCLER Presents: Closing the Justice Gap for Older Adults Part Two: Representing Clients with a Range of Decisional Capabilities
DESCRIPTION:This program is hosted by NCLER. Any questions or issues regarding this program should be directed there (ncler@acl.hhs.gov). This event is being listed for informational purposes only. CPCS staff cannot assist with\, or solve\, registration issues. \nFree Webinar \nThe second webinar in the Closing the Justice Gap for Older Adults training series will explore how legal aid advocates may represent older individuals experiencing legal issues that threaten their autonomy\, even when their decisional abilities may be questioned by some. This training will explore the ethical considerations involved in outreach and referrals\, and the elements of such attorney client relationships\, including duty of loyalty to the client\, determining client goals for representation and the elements of legal capacity. \nIndividuals with cognitive impairments\, such as dementia\, are frequently met with barriers to request services for themselves. Ensuring that they are not turned away at the intake stage is an important step to make sure that older adults have access to representation in legal matters and court proceedings\, particularly in matters that have a significant impact on their lives. \n1 CLE – MH and MH Appeals \nto Register\, use link below: \nhttps://hhsacl.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/6316752006082/WN_FNj52rbKQICuyWDyclj7pA?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=e52bef10-7374-4dd8-ad3e-420aafae8fe8 \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/ncler-presents-closing-the-justice-gap-for-older-adults-part-two-representing-clients-with-a-range-of-decisional-capabilities/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230419T140000
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SUMMARY:Suffolk and Worcester Counties MHLD Regional Coordinators Present: Before and After: In the Matter of P.R.
DESCRIPTION:Suffolk and Worcester Counties Regional Coordinators Virtual CLE Training\nBEFORE & AFTER\nIn the Matter of: P.R.\n488 Mass. 136 (2021) \nTHIS PROGRAM QUALIFIES FOR 2 CLE ON THE MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH APPEALS PANELS \nThis will be a two-hour presentation and discussion with Attys. Anna Lembo\, Esq.\, Worcester County Regional Coordinator and Toni Hall\, Esq.\, Suffolk County Regional Coordinator. \nThe following topics will be covered: \n\nThe P.R. decision and the impact on permissible expert testimony.\nThe medical records exception to the rule against hearsay.\nThe mechanics of admitting medical records into evidence.\nRelevant case law and statutes including: Bouchie v. Murray\, 376 Mass. 524 (1978)\, Doyle v Dong\, 412 Mass. 682 (1992)\n“Pellegrini Method” and other court practices/methods regarding the admission of medical records.\nAccepted practices in courts regarding the admission of medical records.\nProper use of motions in limine and objections to preserve the record for appeal.\nOpen the Door on cross-examination – tactics to avoid.\n\n  \nThe final hour will include a participant discussion soliciting examples from current practices involving local courts and cases. \nPre-Registration is required.  \nPlease click on this registration link. \nFor questions\, please contact Anna Lembo\, Esq. atlembolaw@outlook.com or Toni Hall\, Esq. at attyhall@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/suffolk-and-worcester-counties-mhld-regional-coordinators-present-before-and-after-in-the-matter-of-p-r/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230424T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230424T153000
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CREATED:20230729T222946Z
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UID:10000709-1682341200-1682350200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:2023 Why Race Matters Speaker Series: Community Groups
DESCRIPTION:This year our series focuses on how we engage and work with communities to tackle the issues of racial inequity in our legal systems.  Participants leave with an understanding of the continuously evolving complexities of race in our criminal legal\, juvenile\, family regulation and mental health systems and how working collaboratively with community can mitigate the impact of the history of segregation and white supremacy in America\, as it influences the legal systems in which we work.\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/cpcs-training-dept-presents-why-race-matters-spring-2023-speaker-series-registration-532234376347 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCPCS Training Dept. Presents: Why Race Matters – Spring 2023 Speaker Series\nTheresa Coney\, CPCS Training Department Racial Equity Training Lead\, presents a speaker series advancing racial equity and justice.\nwww.eventbrite.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Resource Panel: Understanding Community and Collaboration \nCommunity Organizations: \nMore Than Words\, One Can Help\, PPAL\, ROCA\, Transformational Prison Project\, Wildflower Alliance \, KIVA Center\, La Collaborativa (formerly Chelsea Collaborative) \nDate: April 24\, 2021\, 1-3pm; Breakout 2-3pm \nEngaging with the community is an important asset in the work of understanding why race matters. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has a number of organizations who have worked among and within community\, to understand the needs of our clients and work to address those concerns. We have gathered a group of such organization to speak to participants about the wealth of services that they can provide for our clients within the community and how to access such services. These organization will engage with participants in a discussion about how race and equity impacts their work\, their services and their community. Following a preliminary introduction of each organization\, participants can choose which organization they would like to hear more from and join that organization in a breakout room.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/2023-why-race-matters-speaker-series-community-groups/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T090000
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CREATED:20230729T222745Z
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UID:10000697-1682413200-1682425800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:MHLD Appellate Certification Training
DESCRIPTION:Application and further details to be posted at a later date.  For questions contact Karen Talley at ktalley@localhost/cpcs
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mhld-appellate-certification-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T170000
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CREATED:20230729T222246Z
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SUMMARY:MCLE – Toxicology for Lawyers: Drug & Alcohol Testing
DESCRIPTION:MCLE – Toxicology for Lawyers: Drug & Alcohol Testing\n4/25/2023 \n2-5pm \nThis program is hosted by the organizer listed below. Any questions or issues regarding this program should be directed there. This event is being listed for informational purposes only. CPCS staff cannot assist with\, or solve\, registration issues. \nToxicology for Lawyers: Drug & Alcohol Testing: Understanding the Principles and Interpreting the Results of Toxicological Testing in your Cases. \nUnderstanding drug and alcohol testing is an important aspect of legal practice. Learning how to interpret results (and knowing when to consult with an expert) from these methods and analyses is vital to the success of many cases\, whether cases in adult criminal or juvenile court\, child custody or other care and protection cases\, violation of probation hearings\, or other legal matters involving drug or alcohol evidence. Allegations of drugs or alcohol use and mis-use are not always supported by the weight of relevant scientific evidence. Weighing that evidence involves a detailed understanding of testing methods – both “screening level” and “confirmatory” tests – their strengths and weaknesses\, and why they can provide ambiguous results. This is especially true of tests involving opiates and amphetamines. Testing for ethyl alcohol – whether in people’s breath\, urine\, or blood – can yield more straightforward results\, but the proper extrapolation of those results involves a detailed understanding of the pharmacokinetics of ethanol and the testing methods’ shortcomings. Understanding and interpreting the results will generally require detailed laboratory reports and medical records – even such an apparently simple process as weighing suspected drug samples may not be as straightforward as it appears. \n  \nJoin our experts as we look at the fields of analytical chemistry\, toxicology\, pharmacokinetics\, and statistics\, and their roles in both criminal and care & protection cases. Learn how to evaluate the evidence\, know when to obtain and use your own experts\, and practical litigation tips. \n  \nhttps://www.mcle.org/
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mcle-toxicology-for-lawyers-drug-alcohol-testing/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230425T160000
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SUMMARY:White Collar Criminal Cases at The State Court Level
DESCRIPTION:The proliferation of smartphone and mobile computing technology has resulted in society’s dependence on the creation and exchange of electronically stored information.  People store a substantial amount of private information on their mobile devices.  Plastic credit cards are being replaced by their digital counterparts using “near field communication” technology at the cash register. Motor vehicles contain their own internal computers with “infotainment” data.  Security systems connect with users across the cloud. Daily life occurs on the “ground\,” but many routine transactions and interactions occur in the “cloud.”  As a result\, the definition of the “white collar” criminal case has evolved making it more routine at the state court level.  The procedural and evidentiary issues these cases present can be streamlined and organized once identified.\nThe following are some of the topics this program will cover accompanied by a “View from the Bench”: \n\nIdentifying automatic discovery under Mass. R. Crim. P. 14\nDrafting and litigating the pretrial production of third-party records under Mass. R. Crim. P. 17\nDocument management and review tools\nCell Site Location Information (“CSLI”)\, social media evidence\, motor vehicle data\, and the Internet of Things (“IoT”)\nExpert witnesses and forensics\nTrial preparation and presentation\n\nFaculty:\nHon. Matthew Machera\, First Justice\, Chelsea District Court\nADA Greg Connor\, Norfolk County DA’s Office\nDaniel Gelb\, Esq.\, Gelb & Gelb LLP \nOnline Only\nCPCS has approved this program for 2.0 CLE credits.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/white-collar-criminal-cases-at-the-state-court-level/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Education Decisions Makers for DCF-Involved Children and Youth
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on April 26th at 3pm for a training on Education Decision-Makers for DCF involved Youth. Presented by Marlies Spanjaard of the EdLaw Project and Megan Ronzio from the Special Education Surrogate Parent Program\, a project of DESE. We will discuss the differences between education Guardian ad Litems (GALs) and special education surrogate parents (SESPs) including recruitment\, training\, responsibilities\, and support.  We will also discuss options for advocacy for one of these supports as well as alternative education-decision makers.  Approved for 1.5 CLEs. (click here to register).\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/education-decision-makers-for-dcf-involved-children-and-youth-tickets-591457113147
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/education-decisions-makers-for-dcf-involved-children-and-youth/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230427T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230427T170000
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CREATED:20230729T222146Z
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UID:10000669-1682586000-1682614800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Storytelling Program
DESCRIPTION:The Criminal Defense Trainers have developed a storytelling program for participants to learn storytelling techniques and performance skills taught by the Criminal Defense Trainers along with professional actors/performers. Learn how to apply storytelling skills to common situations in court. This three day program will be held April 27\, 28\, and May 4\, 2023 in person only. Locations to be determined based on participants. The training is limited to 20 people. You must have 4+ years as a practicing attorney in order to apply.\nApplication Deadline: February 15\, 2023 \nApply here:  https://www.cognitoforms.com/CommitteeForPublicCounselServices/ApplicationForCPCSStorytellingTraining \nCLE: To Be Determined.
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/storytelling-program/
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