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UID:10001303-1711359000-1711386000@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL Trial Panel Certification Training Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sessions include live plenary presentations\, large group discussions\, and small group discussions and exercises. Before each session\, participants are required to complete about 6-8 hours of self-directed\, independent work\, including: watching videos\, reading materials\, and completing written assignments. Massachusetts families living in poverty and involved with DCF need lawyers who are well prepared and ready to provide excellent\, zealous representation. We look forward to working with a group of lawyers who want to do the important and complex work these cases and these families require.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-trial-panel-certification-training-spring-2024/2024-03-25/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20230731T233231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T215302Z
UID:10000775-1711029600-1711033200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:33E Gatekeeper Petitions After Smith
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This one-hour training will cover the procedural and substantive requirements for gatekeeper petitions (for adults and juveniles) filed pursuant to G.L. c. 278\, § 33E. \nSamples and resources will be provided. \nPresenters:\nDavid Nathanson\, Wood & Nathanson\, LLP\nAfton M. Templin\, Director\, Juvenile Appeals\, YAD/CPCS \nNOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: YAD Appeals & Adult Criminal Appeals. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrduqtpz4sEtbF6bSfPgWIL-JQHJ4sh7cE[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18511″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/33e-gatekeeper-petitions-after-smith/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240321T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240321T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231108T014851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T175521Z
UID:10001302-1711026000-1711038600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL Trial Panel Certification Training Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sessions include live plenary presentations\, large group discussions\, and small group discussions and exercises. Before each session\, participants are required to complete about 6-8 hours of self-directed\, independent work\, including: watching videos\, reading materials\, and completing written assignments. Massachusetts families living in poverty and involved with DCF need lawyers who are well prepared and ready to provide excellent\, zealous representation. We look forward to working with a group of lawyers who want to do the important and complex work these cases and these families require.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-trial-panel-certification-training-spring-2024/2024-03-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240109T233534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240111T075119Z
UID:10001495-1710945000-1710952200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Using Data in Litigating Race: Part I
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How to Find\, Request\, and Use Race Data to Advance Your Client’s Position \nWhen: Wednesday March 20\, 2024 @ 2:30-4:30pm \nFamilies of color ensnared in the family regulation system face multiple layers of systemic racism as they fight to keep their families intact. As practitioners endeavoring to challenge state oppression\, it is vital to address racial bias and treatment as they manifest in each of our cases. Using statistical data and research that underscores existing racism can be powerfully persuasive when your client needs to address issues of race in the court room. This training will help you find\, interpret\, and use data on racial disparities and race-based research to further your advocacy. It will provide an overview of publicly available resources\, explain how to read and interpret data\, and review the process of requesting publicly held information.  We hope to use the full two hours of this session to not only present information but allow participants to brainstorm through hypotheticals and use the tools they have learned in planning how to find and use case specific data. \nNOTE: 2 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: CAFL\, CAFL Appeals. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrc–grT8rHdBfIh1zv8ZaTakIpD_6pBR_[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-data-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240318T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231108T014851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T175521Z
UID:10001301-1710754200-1710781200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL Trial Panel Certification Training Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sessions include live plenary presentations\, large group discussions\, and small group discussions and exercises. Before each session\, participants are required to complete about 6-8 hours of self-directed\, independent work\, including: watching videos\, reading materials\, and completing written assignments. Massachusetts families living in poverty and involved with DCF need lawyers who are well prepared and ready to provide excellent\, zealous representation. We look forward to working with a group of lawyers who want to do the important and complex work these cases and these families require.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-trial-panel-certification-training-spring-2024/2024-03-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240314T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240314T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231219T234357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T012804Z
UID:10001463-1710421200-1710430200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Negotiating and Litigating Meaningful Family Time
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Monday March 4\, 2024\, and Thursday March 14\, 2024. \nResearch has shown that the frequency and quality of family time significantly impacts the chances for reunification and leads to more positive outcomes for children. This makes ensuring frequent\, quality family time a cornerstone of every C&P and CRA. Over the course of two afternoons\, we will provide an overview of the law of “visitation” – including DCF’s obligations\, and the court’s sources of authority to enter orders. Using an interactive format\, we will discuss strategies for successfully negotiating and litigating for meaningful family time and share tips for removing barriers to positive family time experiences. Some advance reading required (~1 hour)\, entitles practitioners to an additional CLE for a total of 6 CLE credits. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcuCvqzkvHdHUCisSbQRqSP9T6DjuQn9s[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18526″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcuCvqzkvHdHUCisSbQRqSP9T6DjuQn9s”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/negotiating-and-litigating-meaningful-family-time/2024-03-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240313T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240313T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231108T014851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T175521Z
UID:10001300-1710338400-1710345600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL Trial Panel Certification Training Spring 2024
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The sessions include live plenary presentations\, large group discussions\, and small group discussions and exercises. Before each session\, participants are required to complete about 6-8 hours of self-directed\, independent work\, including: watching videos\, reading materials\, and completing written assignments. Massachusetts families living in poverty and involved with DCF need lawyers who are well prepared and ready to provide excellent\, zealous representation. We look forward to working with a group of lawyers who want to do the important and complex work these cases and these families require.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-trial-panel-certification-training-spring-2024/2024-03-13/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240306T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240306T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240126T212245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T220848Z
UID:10001999-1709730000-1709739000@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Webinar on the New Family Treatment Court in Hampden County Juvenile Court
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Many of our clients struggle with substance use disorders. The traditional court system has historically penalized our clients for what is now known as the natural course of sobriety which includes relapse. We are excited about the new Family Treatment Court in Hampden County (“FTC”). The FTC offers our clients a path to sobriety that has the potential to speed the process of reunification in a less formal and more supportive environment while helping them pursue recovery. As anticipated\, there are many questions about the FTC. Please come to a training on March 6 from 1-3:30 p.m. on Zoom to learn about how Family Treatment Court works. During the training you will have an opportunity to hear from someone with lived experience of the Family Treatment Court in Franklin County as well as court staff and CAFL. We will give a brief overview of the challenges our parent clients with substance use disorder face\, discuss why FTC can be beneficial to our clients\, and how it works. We will also cover advising clients about it\, the role of counsel in FTC cases\, and dispelling misconceptions about FTC. There will be plenty of time for questions at the end. And the training is worth 2.5 CAFL CLEs! \nMarch 6\, 1:00-3:30 PM.\nNote: 2.5 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: CAFL\, CAFL Appeals. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkfu2srT4uGdzXMJh6-jC1HqWO9-DLkL-c[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/hampden-county-family-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240304T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240304T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231219T234357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T012804Z
UID:10001462-1709557200-1709566200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Negotiating and Litigating Meaningful Family Time
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Monday March 4\, 2024\, and Thursday March 14\, 2024. \nResearch has shown that the frequency and quality of family time significantly impacts the chances for reunification and leads to more positive outcomes for children. This makes ensuring frequent\, quality family time a cornerstone of every C&P and CRA. Over the course of two afternoons\, we will provide an overview of the law of “visitation” – including DCF’s obligations\, and the court’s sources of authority to enter orders. Using an interactive format\, we will discuss strategies for successfully negotiating and litigating for meaningful family time and share tips for removing barriers to positive family time experiences. Some advance reading required (~1 hour)\, entitles practitioners to an additional CLE for a total of 6 CLE credits. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcuCvqzkvHdHUCisSbQRqSP9T6DjuQn9s[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18526″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcuCvqzkvHdHUCisSbQRqSP9T6DjuQn9s”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/negotiating-and-litigating-meaningful-family-time/2024-03-04/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20231212T020208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T221816Z
UID:10001459-1709215200-1709218800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Cops Have Records Too: Using the Full Disclosure Database in Youth Defense Cases
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]NOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: YAD Trial & YAD Appeals. \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrdeugqToiHdCzI3eB0VT5aDNBXDO6b-4P \n  \n  \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18520″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrdeugqToiHdCzI3eB0VT5aDNBXDO6b-4P”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cops-have-records-too-using-the-full-disclosure-database-in-youth-defense-cases/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240205T200046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T193912Z
UID:10002000-1709211600-1709215200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Cancelled: Monthly CAFL Race Equity Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:February CAFL Monthly CAFL Race Equity Drop-In has been cancelled. \nCPCS is having an agencywide Black History Month Event on a very important topic that is taking place at the same time as our drop in.  It is approved for 1.5 CAFL CLEs.  We hope you will sign up for this instead.  There are both in person and zoom options. \nPlease register by 2/28/2024 so we can ensure we have a zoom license large enough. \nhttps://www.cognitoforms.com/CommitteeForPublicCounselServices/CPCSBlackHistoryMonthPresentation \nAs a reminder\, in lieu of our March drop in\, we will be presenting a training on Using Data in Litigating Race\, on March 20\, 2:30-4:30.  You can sign up here.  We also hope you will join us for our April 3 drop in where we will continue to talk about using data. \nBest regards\, \nCAFL Training & CAFL Racial Justice Task Force \n  \n 
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/monthly-cafl-race-equity-drop-in-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240221T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20230710T194450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T195856Z
UID:10000077-1708527600-1708531200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CPCS Wellness Committee Mindfulness Program: Mindfulness and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]CPCS Wellness Committee invites BC Law Professor\, Filippa Marullo Anzalone\, to present: Mindfulness and Resilience \nZoom Webinar Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kmS3EGCjRceOs-uJdO4ikQ \nNOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for:  CAFL\, YAD\, Adult Criminal\, Post-Conviction\, Mental Health Litigation\, MHLD Appeals\, SORB and SDP Panels\,\n2 CLEs for YAD Appeals[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/mindfulness-and-resilience/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CPCS Training Department":MAILTO:cpcs_training@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240221T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240126T205656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T205746Z
UID:10001997-1708520400-1708525800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Traumatizing and Unnecessary: Ending the Practice of Juvenile Strip Searches
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This complimentary webinar is sponsored by the American Bar Association Litigation Section Children’s Rights Litigation Committee \nStrip searches are harmful and traumatizing to children and youth\, however they happen regularly in a wide-variety of settings such as jails and detention centers\, residential facilities for “troubled teens\,” schools\, before visits to incarcerated family members in correctional facilities\, and by child protective services workers as part of child welfare investigations. Speakers on this webinar<https://form.jotform.com/240106778707157> will discuss the traumatizing long-term effects of strip searches and share tips and tools that can be used to advocate against strip searches so that fewer children and youth will be subjected to this demeaning and dehumanizing practice. \nSpeakers:\nRiya Saha Shah\, Senior Managing Director\, Juvenile Law Center (moderator)\nTanisha Long\, Community Organizer\, Abolitionist Law Center\, Pittsburgh\, PA\nJessica Feierman\, Senior Managing Director\, Juvenile Law Center\, Philadelphia\, PA\nAmanda Simmons\, Ambika Law\, PC\, Corona del Mar\, CA \nTo register for this complimentary webinar\, click here:  2.21.2024 Traumatizing and Unnecessary: Ending the Practice of Juvenile Strip Searches (jotform.com) Register here  \nNOTE: 1.5 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: CAFL & CAFL Appeals.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/traumatizing-and-unnecessary-ending-the-practice-of-juvenile-strip-searches/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240214T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240105T194058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T204141Z
UID:10001491-1707915600-1707922800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CRA Performance Standards
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Now\, for the first time ever\, CAFL is releasing performance standards for handling Child Requiring Assistance cases. The new standards will take effect February 19\, 2024. They are being added to the Assigned Counsel Manual\, available on CPCS’s website at Assigned Counsel Manual – CPCS Website (publiccounsel.net)\, and can be reviewed here. We will be offering several sessions by Zoom to guide you through the standards\, which you can register for below! We also plan to make a recording available should you be unable to attend one of the sessions. Please do not hesitate to contact your AIC\, mentor\, Resource Attorney\, or Trial Panel Support Unit liaison with any questions. Thank you for helping us advance the representation of clients in CRA cases. \nFebruary 2\, 1:00-3:00 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocO2oqzMuE92LATrqs8l48Cdfu7FTS7N- \nFebruary 14\, 1:00-3:00 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdu6rqz0jHdNeLKS4SzJKo9NLshJVfg9z[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cra-performance-standards/2024-02-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240208T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240208T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240208T202244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T202907Z
UID:10002003-1707408000-1707415200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Immigration Law for Criminal Lawyers – What a criminal lawyer must know before representing foreign nationals in criminal courts
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Hosted by the Social Law Library \nMonday\, April 8\, 2024\, 4:00 – 6:00 PM ET \nOnline Only \nFaculty: Annelise Araujo\, Esq.\, Partner\, Araujo & Fisher\, LLC & Melanie Shapiro\, Esq.\, Partner\, Law Office of Melanie Shapiro \n Join our expert panel and learn about representing criminal defendants who are foreign national and what a criminal lawyer needs to know about convictions and immigration law. Areas that will be covered include: \n  \n\n\n\nWhat is conviction?\nWhy does it matter for your client AND for you?\nTypes of crimes\n\nCrimes Involving Moral Turpitude\nAggravated Felonies\nCrimes of Domestic Violence\nFirearms offenses\n\n\nStrategies to mitigate immigration consequences.\nWorking with immigration attorneys\nImmigration relief through criminal court – Us\, Ts\, and S visas\n\n\n\nRegistration coming soon.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/immigration-law-for-criminal-lawyers-what-a-criminal-lawyer-must-know-before-representing-foreign-nationals-in-criminal-courts/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Social Law Library":MAILTO:msaporito@socialaw.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240207T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20230627T200033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240126T221648Z
UID:10000056-1707314400-1707318000@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Juvenile Competency Hot Topics: Remediation
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]How to successfully prevent a Judge from ordering that your client be remediated. \nCLE: YAD 1[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”17043″ img_size=”medium” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIufuCgrTspGdYNwWSUZovvgHivRHoQrkd6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/juvenile-competency-hot-topics-remediation/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Remote,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CPCS Training Department":MAILTO:cpcs_training@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240202T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181955
CREATED:20240105T194058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T204141Z
UID:10001490-1706878800-1706886000@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CRA Performance Standards
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Now\, for the first time ever\, CAFL is releasing performance standards for handling Child Requiring Assistance cases. The new standards will take effect February 19\, 2024. They are being added to the Assigned Counsel Manual\, available on CPCS’s website at Assigned Counsel Manual – CPCS Website (publiccounsel.net)\, and can be reviewed here. We will be offering several sessions by Zoom to guide you through the standards\, which you can register for below! We also plan to make a recording available should you be unable to attend one of the sessions. Please do not hesitate to contact your AIC\, mentor\, Resource Attorney\, or Trial Panel Support Unit liaison with any questions. Thank you for helping us advance the representation of clients in CRA cases. \nFebruary 2\, 1:00-3:00 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocO2oqzMuE92LATrqs8l48Cdfu7FTS7N- \nFebruary 14\, 1:00-3:00 https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdu6rqz0jHdNeLKS4SzJKo9NLshJVfg9z[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cra-performance-standards/2024-02-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240131T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231208T013718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T194055Z
UID:10001335-1706706000-1706709600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Monthly CAFL Race Equity Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Join us for our next monthly Race Equity Drop In session on January 31\, from 1-2PM as we explore different ways of building rapport and trust with clients when we don’t share an identity or don’t understand their experience.  How do we bridge these gaps and overcome these barriers to develop positive working relationships with clients across differences?  We hope to share challenges and brainstorm solutions. Come share your experiences\, ideas\, successes\, or commiserate with us where we could have done better. For those that have a specific question and would like to roundtable it with colleagues (anonymously if you wish)\, we can do that too\, just send us your question/issue in advance at cafltraining@publiccounsel.net. \nNOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels: CAFL\, CAFL Appeals \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsdO-vrTopGd3Ms2bVKJIdSFkSXMyzKWhd \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/monthly-cafl-race-equity-drop-in-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20240116T210259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T210733Z
UID:10001888-1706619600-1706628600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:The Role of The HHS Office of Civil Rights in Advancing Rights for Disabled Parents: Safeguards in Child Welfare Cases
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Speakers: Carla Carter\, JD Associate Deputy Director for Enforcement with the HHS Office for Civil Rights. Robyn Powell\, JD\, PhD\, National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities. \nTuesday\, January 30\, 2024. 1:30 PM ET. \nThe registration link is: https://brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tJHeuz1vSrGdA84pvu1yNw#/registration[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18385″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://brandeis.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tJHeuz1vSrGdA84pvu1yNw#/registration”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/the-role-of-the-hhs-office-of-civil-rights-in-advancing-rights-for-disabled-parents-safeguards-in-child-welfare-cases/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240124T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240124T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20230908T194431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T194749Z
UID:10000795-1706112000-1706115600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL Appellate Panel Certification Training Orientation
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSeeking Counsel for Child Welfare/State Intervention Appeals\nThe Committee for Public Counsel Services (CPCS) is seeking private attorneys to join the Children and Family Law (CAFL) Division appellate panel.  CAFL appeals are appeals of final judgments in care and protection\, termination of parental rights\, guardianship of a minor\, contested adoption\, and other child welfare/state intervention proceedings.  Most cases concern intervention by the Massachusetts Department of Children and Families in family life.  The work of the CAFL appellate panel attorneys includes interviewing and visiting clients\, conducting legal research\, writing motions and briefs\, and arguing cases before the Massachusetts Appeals Court and Supreme Judicial Court.  All CAFL appeals get oral argument.  Private panel attorneys handle the vast majority of CAFL appeals; other CAFL appeals are handled by the CAFL Appellate (staff) Unit.  This posting is not for a staff position; it is for private attorneys to obtain certification to receive\, and be compensated for\, CAFL appellate appointments.  Compensation is $85/hour.  During the first year after completing the mandatory training\, newly certified attorneys are expected to take at least one appellant and one appellee assignment.  Panel members should expect to spend about 100-250 hours on each CAFL appeal. New CAFL appellate attorneys receive free mentoring for several years.  Private panel attorneys submit bills to CPCS and must agree to follow all billing and other requirements set forth in the CPCS Assigned Counsel Manual\, available at: \nhttps://www.publiccounsel.net/assigned-counsel-manual/ \nKindly direct any questions to Abigail Salois\, Supervising Staff Attorney\, CPCS/CAFL Appellate Panel Support Unit\, at: asalois@publiccounsel.net. \nQualifications: \nApplicants must have the following minimum qualifications: \n\n\n\nDemonstrated proficiency in legal research and writing; and\n At least one of the following:\ni.      Two years of child welfare/state intervention trial experience;\nii.     Primary authorship of two or more appellate briefs in other subjects;\niii.    A recent appellate clerkship\, substantial editing experience for a law journal\, publication of a law journal article\, or other substantial research and writing experience.\n\n\n\nApplicants must be admitted to the Mass. bar or be eligible for admission by December 12\, 2023. \nAdmission into the training is competitive and not all applicants will be admitted.  All admitted applicants must attend the four-day CAFL appellate training program scheduled for January 30\, February 1\, 6\, and 8\, 2024.  The trainings\, which will be conducted by Zoom\, will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day.  There will also be an orientation by Zoom on January 24\, 2024 from 4:00-5:00 p.m.  The agency actively seeks to diversify its private attorney panel membership. \nApplications: CAFL Appellate Panel Application – 2024  \nApplications are due on December 11\, 2023\, but will be accepted on a rolling basis until the training is filled. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafl-appellate-panel-certification-training-orientation/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240124T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240124T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20230710T194242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T203716Z
UID:10000076-1706108400-1706112000@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CPCS Wellness Committee Mindfulness Program: Starting the New Year with Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]CPCS Wellness Committee invites BC Law Professor\, Filippa Marullo Anzalone\, to present: Starting the New Year With Mindfulness. \nZoom Webinar Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i5OfOXMOQmuFZgc2NnDuhA \nNOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for:  CAFL\, YAD\, Adult Criminal\,\nPost-Conviction\, Mental Health Litigation\, MHLD Appeals\, SORB and SDP Panels\,\n2 CLEs for YAD Appeals[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/starting-the-new-year-with-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CPCS Training Department":MAILTO:cpcs_training@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231030T185539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T235131Z
UID:10001287-1704981600-1704988800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Sec. 35 Hearings in Juvenile Court
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Using a strategic approach to prevent your young client from being held on a sec. 35 petition. \nCLE: 2 YAD \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtd-2grDMpGdEgnRXbZFzkes7dxDKOwQnl#/registration[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18319″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtd-2grDMpGdEgnRXbZFzkes7dxDKOwQnl#/registration”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/sec-35-hearings-in-juvenile-court/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231206T215749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T225602Z
UID:10001334-1704812400-1704819600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Cultural Humility Series: Listening to LISTEN
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Listening is a core skill for professionals who serve families and children. Yet\, when was the last time you truly listened? Do you know what truly listening entails? Join your colleagues for this multidisciplinary workshop with experts on Listening to LISTEN and engage with your clients in a new and empowering way by refining your listening skills in the new year! \nPlease see flyer below for more details. \nRegister here![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”18273″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwocOyuqD8vHddGXWGE_JXVzZpRLFtQV–C”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cultural-humility-series-listening-to-listen/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231214T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231214T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20240104T030749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T030909Z
UID:10001488-1702558800-1702571400@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL's Preparing for Trial Training Fall 2023
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Schedule: \nThursday Nov. 30\, 2:00-4:00 PM: Orientation on Zoom \nMonday Dec. 4\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 7\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nMonday Dec. 11\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 14\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafls-preparing-for-trial-training-fall-2023/2023-12-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231116T035203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T215518Z
UID:10001317-1702468800-1702472400@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:The Lawyer Well-Being Series You Are Not Alone: The Pervasiveness of Substance Use in the Legal Profession and the Importance of Connecting Through Struggle and Shared Experiences
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nHosted by Social Law Library\,\nEmail: msaporito@socialaw.com \nWeb: http://www.socialaw.com  \nFaculty:\nHeidi Alexander\, Esq.\, Director\, MA SJC Standing Committee on Lawyer Well-Being\nRichard Hennessey\, Esq.\, Morrison Mahoney LLP\nAmanda Rowan\, Esq.\, Massachusetts Trial Court\nAdditional faculty TBA \nNOTE: 1 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels:  CAFL\, CAFL Appeals\, Adult Criminal Trials\, YAD and YAD Appeals\, MHLD\, SORB and SDP[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/the-lawyer-well-being-series-you-are-not-alone-the-pervasiveness-of-substance-use-in-the-legal-profession-and-the-importance-of-connecting-through-struggle-and-shared-experiences/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Social Law Library":MAILTO:msaporito@socialaw.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231211T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231211T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20240104T030749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T030909Z
UID:10001487-1702299600-1702312200@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL's Preparing for Trial Training Fall 2023
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Schedule: \nThursday Nov. 30\, 2:00-4:00 PM: Orientation on Zoom \nMonday Dec. 4\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 7\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nMonday Dec. 11\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 14\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafls-preparing-for-trial-training-fall-2023/2023-12-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231207T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231207T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20240104T030749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T030909Z
UID:10001486-1701954000-1701966600@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL's Preparing for Trial Training Fall 2023
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Schedule: \nThursday Nov. 30\, 2:00-4:00 PM: Orientation on Zoom \nMonday Dec. 4\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 7\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nMonday Dec. 11\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom) \nThursday Dec. 14\, 1:00-4:30 PM (Zoom)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafls-preparing-for-trial-training-fall-2023/2023-12-07/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231206T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231206T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231006T173041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T173315Z
UID:10000810-1701869400-1701878400@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:CAFL's Issue Spotting Training
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Temporary Custody Hearing just ended. DCF has been awarded Temporary Custody. What do you do now? Identifying the potential issues in the case is a critical step for developing a comprehensive case plan. Join us for this zoom training designed to assist you in ferreting out the key issues in your cases. We start with a new\, completely original CAFL hypothetical. And it is packed with issues. Your homework is to read the hypothetical and watch a short video. Then join us on December 6th for the zoom training. After a brief introduction\, we will break into small groups where we can unpack the issues presented in the hypothetical. When we rejoin the large group\, we will compare lists and discuss how to use this list in your case planning. \n2.5 CAFL CLEs \nRegister here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vce2oqT0sG9UuA2d5_Qg2GHT4pCg9u4NS[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/cafls-issue-spotting-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Remote,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="CAFL Training":MAILTO:Cafltraining@publiccounsel.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231205T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231205T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231116T040425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T040508Z
UID:10001318-1701768600-1701775800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Helping Individuals with Disabilities Understand & Advocate for their Rights
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Learn how to effectively provide the knowledge\, tools\, and skills individuals with disabilities need to engage in effective self-advocacy in a variety of legal settings. \nFREE ONLINE DISABILITY LAW SEMINAR\nRegister here: https://www.mcle.org/product/catalog/code/2240290WBC?emcampaignID=24824&emuserID=70232&utm_source=Program_Alert&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2240290P01&utm_content=24824 \nIndividuals with disabilities must often advocate for themselves or their family members to ensure that they are protected by both federal and Massachusetts laws from discrimination or other forms of abuse in employment\, housing\, and education. The demand for legal assistance in these areas of law continues to increase\, and attorneys who handle these matters often provide guidance or direction that does not rise to the level of full representation but is nonetheless important to help an individual understand their rights and advocate effectively in settings ranging from a workplace\, school\, or living environment to an administrative forum or court. The faculty provide strategies\, tips\, and information to help guide attorneys in providing such assistance based on their professional experiences and years of successful legal advocacy on behalf of individuals with disabilities. \nAgenda \n\nEmployment Discrimination\n\n– Reasonable accommodation requests \n– Interactive process \n– MCAD/EEOC procedures \n– Federal employees \n\nHousing Law\n\n– Reasonable accommodation/Reasonable modification overview \n– Requests and interactive process (Public/subsidized housing grievance/conference and private housing) \n– Complaints: HUD & MCAD; Court (Damages; attorneys’ fees; equitable relief and public interest relief before agency) \n– Evictions: RA defense/counterclaim; Right to jury; Equitable relief; Stay of execution \n– Limited assistance representation \n\nSpecial Education\n\n– Overview of special education rights \n– IEP process \n– 504 plans \n– PRS/BSEA process \n\n“Ask the Experts” Q&A Session\n\nNOTE: 2 CLE credit for each webinar for attorneys on each of the following panels:  CAFL\, and CAFL Appeals[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/helping-individuals-with-disabilities-understand-advocate-for-their-rights/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="MCLE":MAILTO:https://www.mcle.org/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231204T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T181956
CREATED:20231015T222545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231015T222619Z
UID:10000814-1701705600-1701712800@www.publiccounsel.net
SUMMARY:Federal Legislative History
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Social Law Library\, John Adams Courthouse\, 4th Floor\, Boston\, MA 02108\nMonday\, December 4\, 2023\, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET \nPanel:\nKaren Breda\, Legal Information Librarian and Lecturer of Law\, Boston College Law School\nAlex G. Philipson\, Esq. –Legal Counsel\, Massachusetts Superior Court\nBrian J. Harkins\, Esq. – Senior Reference Attorney\, Social Law Library \nOnline Only \nLegislative history is a critically important advocacy tool in Federal Court when statutory language is ambiguous and begs for clarification. Federal judges invite and apply the use of legislative history to avoid incongruous results\, illuminate drafting errors\, determine specialized meanings\, or choose reasonable interpretations of politically controversial statutes.   \nIn these and other instances\, Congress’s intent must be inferred from the statute’s legislative history\, which successful advocates must stitch together from a variety of sources including: \n\nThe text of the bill and proposed amendments that were accepted or rejected\nTranscripts of hearings conducted by Congressional committees responsible for the bill\nCommittee reports written about the bill\nCommittee prints\nCompiled legislative history\nTranscripts of House and Senate floor debates related to the bill\n\nAlex Philipson\, who has taught classes in appellate writing at New England Law Boston and Northeastern University Law School\, and Senior Reference Attorney Brian Harkins and Law Librarian Karen Breda will show the “how” and “where” to find and interpret these and other sources of legislative history. \nThis program teaches advocates the research skills necessary to reconstruct a statute’s legislative history for use in pleadings\, briefs and oral arguments. \n$40 \nCPCS approved for 2.0 hours of credit from CAFL. To receive credits attendees must be logged on during the program for a minimum of 80% of the conference time. Certificates will be emailed to all attendees who were logged onto the program for at least 80% of the program.\n Register at: FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE HISTORY – December 2023 (socialaw.com) \nOnline registration is encouraged. For assistance\, questions on group discounts\, accommodations requests\, special billing\, program content\, out-of-state CLE credits\, and general CLE information contact Michael Saporito by email at  msaporito@socialaw.com . Registrations accepted in order of receipt. Registration fees are non-refundable. Most Social Law Library CLE events are recorded. The recording is available by digital download\, generally within a week after the program date. People registered for the program will receive the video recording and materials. CLE credit\, when applicable\, is only granted when the live webinar is attended.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.publiccounsel.net/event/federal-legislative-history/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Public|Webinar,Remote,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Social Law Library":MAILTO:msaporito@socialaw.com
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