e-Journal
02-07
From top to bottom:
Trial Court Administrator Harry Spence.
MBA Vice President Christopher P. Sullivan debriefs the group on the progress of the Membership Committee.
MBA Treasurer Marsha V. Kazarosian provided her officer’s report and shared details on the progress of the Education Committee, to which she serves as co-chair.
MBA Chief Legal Counsel Martin W. Healy shares highlights of the legislative session.
Photos by Tricia Oliver.
Spence addresses MBA HOD, delegates revisit spousal elective share debate
Trial Court Administrator Harry Spence was the featured guest
speaker at the Jan. 31 House of Delegates meeting. Spence detailed
the areas of focus in his nine month tenure in this newly created
position in the Trial Court Department.
Spence told the MBA delegates of his strongest impression since
beginning his post -- he has encountered a highly competent and
professional work staff with "surprisingly more of an
appetite for change" than he was anticipating.
Spence continues to make weekly visits to various courthouses
throughout the state. These visits and a staff survey have provided
his office with key anecdotal information, as well as data to help
quantify and qualify staff perceptions. Spence reported the survey
revealed that 30 percent of court staff was interested in
aggressive change, 90 percent wanted change and 10 percent was
comfortable with the status quo.
Spence indicated that the Trial Court will soon be reaching out
to the MBA for advice and assistance in the preparation of its
strategic plan, which the court expects to submit to the Supreme
Judicial Court for approval in June.
Aside from Spence's remarks, the delegation also heard from the
MBA Taxation Section. The section requested that the delegates
rescind their vote taken in November to support in principle, the
filing of legislation amending the Massachusetts Uniform Probate
Code to add provisions relative to spousal elective share. After
vigorous debate with input from representatives from the tax,
probate and other MBA sections, as well as members of the ad hoc
committee who brought the issue to the floor at the November
meeting, the delegates voted against rescinding their original vote
in November on the legislation.
The group also voted to support in principle the resolution and
report relative to the powers of federal bankruptcy judges and to
advocate for passage by the American Bar Association. The
delegation voted unanimously in favor of this.
The next meeting of the MBA House of Delegates will take place
in March at the MBA. Full coverage of the Jan. 31 HOD meeting will
be included in the March issue of Lawyers Journal.
Western Massachusetts residents can receive free legal advice Feb. 11 through “Your Money Monday: Lawyers on the Line” presented by the MBA and ABC40
Residents of Western Massachusetts can receive free legal advice
on Monday, Feb. 11 by participating in the "Your Money Monday:
Lawyers on the Line" call-in segment presented jointly by the
Massachusetts Bar Association and WGGB-TV, the station that
broadcasts ABC 40 and Fox 6.
"The Massachusetts Bar Association is proud to team up with
ABC40 and offer Western Massachusetts residents a chance to speak
with an attorney about their legal concerns," MBA President Robert
L. Holloway Jr. said. "As the country's economic struggles
continue, the number of residents in need of legal help grows. We
hope this program can help meet that need."
Western Massachusetts residents who have legal concerns or
problems can reach volunteer lawyers from the MBA from 5 to 6: 30
p.m. on Feb. 11. The call-in program will run while ABC40 airs its
evening newscast.
The Your Money Monday: Lawyers on the Line phone number
is (413) 846-0240. Normal telephone charges will apply. The legal
advice is provided at no charge as a public service.
While volunteer lawyers field calls, Keith A. Minoff, a leader
at the MBA and an attorney with his own firm in Springfield, will
discuss the MBA's public service programs, the MBA Lawyer Referral
Service and MBA efforts to lobby for adequate funding for the
state's court system.
ABC40/Fox6 is the Pioneer Valley's source for breaking news,
weather, traffic and national information, 24/7, online and on the
air. ABC40/Fox 6 is locally owned by Gormally Broadcasting LLC in
Springfield.
Feb. 14 Court Advocacy Day: Mark your calendars to attend
Bar leadership asks attorneys to push for $589 million of maintenance funding for Trial Court
The Massachusetts Bar Association and Boston Bar Association
invite members of the bar to join in Court Advocacy Day on
Thursday, Feb. 14 at the Grand Staircase inside the Statehouse.
Beginning at 11 a.m., the program will help reiterate the need for
funding that allows the Trial Court to meet the needs of
Massachusetts residents who use the courts.
The event will open with a brief speaking program, after which
attendees will be encouraged to meet with their local legislators.
Featured speakers include:
- Supreme Judicial Court Chief Justice Roderick L. Ireland;
- Trial Court Administrator Harry Spence;
- MBA President Robert L. Holloway Jr.; and
- BBA President James D. Smeallie.
In order for Massachusetts' third branch of government to
maintain basic services, $589 million is necessary. Materials will
serve as helpful references when members of the bar meet with their
local legislators to underscore the need for this level of
funding.
The MBA and BBA organized a similar grass-roots lobbying
effort in 2012 and 2009.
New issue of Lawyers Journal available
The February issue of Lawyers Journal has been mailed
and is available online.
Highlights include:
- An overview of a recent informational meeting between the
Massachusetts Bar Association, Boston Bar Association and Trial
Court with Essex County legislators at the Salem District
Court;
- Viewpoint pieces on mandatory flu immunizations for health care
workers; and
- Information on the Labor & Employment meeting featuring
Secretary Goldstein.
The February issue also features Section Review
articles from the Juvenile & Child Welfare and Business Law
sections.
Click
here to read the February issue.
Top: New life members of the MBF Society of Fellows (from left to right): Frank A. Smith III of Frank A. Smith III & Associates PC, Robert V. Ward Jr. of Kurnos Law, Judith Farris Bowman of Bowman, Moos, Elder & Noe, Administrative Office of the Probate and Family Court Judge Megan H. Christopher, J. Owen Todd of Todd & Weld, James E. McGuire of JAMS and Gerald P. Hendrick of Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP.
Bottom: MBF Officers (from left to right): President Jerry Cohen of Burns & Levinson LLP, Secretary Lawrence J. Farber of the Law Office of Lawrence J. Farber, Treasurer Janet F. Aserkoff of Rappaport, Aserkoff & Gelles and Vice President Robert J. Ambrogi of the Law Office of Robert J. Ambrogi.
Photos by Merrill Shea.
Mass. Bar Foundation elects officers and trustees
On Jan. 24, the fellows of the Massachusetts Bar Foundation
gathered for their Annual Meeting at the Social Law Library in the
John Adams Courthouse. Following the recommendations of the
Nominating Committee chaired by Steven Wollman and including
Francis Ford, Wendy Sibbison and Craig Stewart, the MBF Fellows
unanimously elected the following:
Officers
- President Jerry Cohen, Burns & Levinson
LLP, Boston;
- Vice President Robert J. Ambrogi, Law Office
of Robert J. Ambrogi, Rockport;
- Treasurer Janet F. Aserkoff,
Rappaport, Aserkoff & Gelles, Boston; and
- Secretary Lawrence J. Farber, Law Office of
Lawrence J. Farber, Amherst.
Trustees
- Frank J. Ciano, Law Office of Frank J. Ciano,
Cambridge;
- Lewis C. Eisenberg, Cosgrove, Eisenberg &
Kiley PC, Quincy;
- Hon. Andre A. Gelinas, Fitchburg;
- Gerald P. Hendrick, Edwards Wildman Palmer
LLP, Boston;
- Dennis M. Lindgren, Pierce & Mandell PC,
Boston;
- Angela McConney Scheepers, Commonwealth of MA
-- Division of Administrative Law Appeals, Boston; and
- Andrew Rainer, Office of the Attorney General,
Boston.
In addition to presenting the Great Friend of Justice Award to
MBA Past President Leo V. Boyle of Meehan, Boyle, Black &
Bogdanow PC, the MBF inducted 19 new life members into the MBF
Society of Fellows, all of whom successfully completed generous
pledges made to advance the MBF's mission of increasing access to
justice.
In sharing his vision for the year ahead, MBF President
Jerry Cohen reaffirmed the MBF's determination to preserve
the structure and scope of legal services in the commonwealth. He
urged outreach by the MBF fellows to identify new sources of
"money, time, and compassion" to mitigate the effects of the
drastic cuts in IOLTA and other funding sources for the foundation
and its grantees. Cohen reminded all in attendance, "it's easy to
become jaded when we hear of great need and the like, but it's not
enough to say the need is great, we also have to say the cause is
right."
For more information about the MBF, visit www.MassBarFoundation.org.
Top (from left to right): Hon. Frank J. Bailey, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Massachusetts, Boston; Hon. Melvin S. Hoffman, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Worcester; Hon. Joan N. Feeney, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, District of Massachusetts, Boston; Hon. Henry J. Boroff, U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Springfield.
Bottom: Attorneys participate in the Feb. 4 Annual Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference.
Photos by Patricia Olier.
Annual Western Mass. Bankruptcy Conference draws crowd
More than 60 members of the legal community participated in the
Massachusetts Bar Association's 11th Annual Western Mass
Bankruptcy conference on Monday, Feb. 4 at Western New England
University School of Law. Conference faculty included four federal
bankruptcy judges for the District of Massachusetts.
"The Western Massachusetts Bankruptcy Conference, now in its
11th year, has evolved into a premier vehicle for
continuing legal education in bankruptcy law in the District of
Massachusetts," said Hon. Henry J. Boroff of the United
States Bankruptcy Court in Springfield. "We are grateful for
the involvement of the Massachusetts bankruptcy judges and the
bankruptcy law and other practitioners who have devoted their time,
attention and skills to this program over that time and for the
support of the Massachusetts Bar Association, Western New England
University School of Law and the western Massachusetts bar
associations. The overwhelming success of the program is a great
credit to each of them."
This year's conference focused on changes in the
intersection of bankruptcy and family law, successful
attorney/trustee interactions and issue, updates on
new claims and new foreclosure law and comparing
bankruptcy practice and procedure between Massachusetts and
Connecticut.
MBA seeks nominations for 2013-14 officer, delegate positions
Submit nominations to MBA by Friday, Feb. 22
The Massachusetts Bar Association is currently accepting
nominations for officer and delegate positions for the 2013-14
membership year. Nominees must submit a letter of intent and a
current resume to MBA Secretary Martha Rush O'Mara by 5 p.m. on
Friday, Feb. 22, 2013 to be eligible.
To submit a nomination, mail or hand
deliver the information to:
Massachusetts Bar Association
Attn: Martha Rush O'Mara, MBA Secretary
20 West St., Boston, MA 02111
If you have any questions about the nomination process, call
MBA Chief Operating Officer Martin W. Healy at (617)
988-4777.
To review the Nomination &
Election procedures, click
here.
Connect, share and collaborate with fellow MBA members on My Bar Access
Participate in ongoing section discussions on the Animal Law Practice Group, the upcoming Immigration Law Section Networking Social, data security regulations and more.
The Massachusetts Bar Association has launched My Bar Access,
which replaces the section/division portion of the MBA website.
Visit http://access.massbar.org/ today to join the
conversation.
Check out posts on:
- Proposed Bill 374; and
- Responding to Chapter 93a demand letters in product liability
cases.
Participate in ongoing member group discussions,
including:
- A Civil Litigation post about its Animal Law Practice
Group;
- Information about the upcoming Immigration Law Section
Networking Social on Feb. 13;
- Practice tips from members of The Sole Practitioner & Small
Firm about data security regulations; and
- An opportunity for Young Lawyers Division members to volunteer
at the Boston American Bar Association student moot court
competition from Feb. 28 through March 2.
The following simple steps can instantly connect you with fellow
members:
- Login and agree to terms: Sign in
using your MBA user name and password and sign the Code of
Conduct.
- Create your profile and settings: Include your
bio and photo and customize the frequency and format of your
notifications (your profile info from LinkedIn may be pulled
over).
- Start connecting: Post blogs, discussions
(listservs) or upload a resource library entry for your
section(s).
Resource materials -- including "Getting
Started on My Bar Access" and "How to Use My Bar Access" -- posted
in various areas throughout the site, can help users with
questions. Following a review of those resources, members who need
further help should contact the My Bar Access Help Desk at
[e-mail mybaraccess].
Lawyers needed to judge ABA law student competition in Boston
The America Bar Association's Law Student Division needs 200
licensed attorneys to serve as moot court competition judges from
Thursday, Feb. 28 through Saturday, March 2 at the Edward W. Brooke
Courthouse, 24 New Chardon St. in Boston.
Click here for specific volunteer
details.
Please select the Boston competition to sign-up to be an
oral argument judge.
Join the MBA's Member-Get-A-Member campaign
Refer a colleague and be rewarded.
Join in the Massachusetts Bar Association's
Member-Get-a-Member campaign. As a current member, you are the
greatest testimony to the value of an MBA membership and we ask for
your participation in recruiting at least one new member this
association year.
Take this opportunity to help expand the MBA's network of legal
professionals statewide and strengthen our association's preeminent
voice in the legal profession. Share your personal and professional
MBA experiences and why you belong to the MBA with a colleague and
be rewarded. See why
others belong.
For every new member you recruit, you will be entered into
our raffle for the following prizes:
- Grand prize: $500 AMEX gift card
- Second prize: $250 AMEX gift card
- Third prize: $100 AMEX gift card
To be eligible, you must be identified as the source of the
referral on the membership application.
LPM Tip
The warm call: Using social networking connections to break the ice of cold calls and introductions
Successful attorneys build and cultivate their professional
networks, in order to acquire mentors, generate referrals and access other resources
for their professional development. However, it's not easy to
strike up professional relationships with persons you have never
met, and know little to nothing about. Bar associations, like the
Massachusetts Bar Association,
remain an excellent place to meet other attorneys and
related professionals; but, how many times have you hovered around
the outskirts of conversations, not knowing what to say to get in.
Neither does anyone like cold calling, traditionally the
marginalized work of telemarketers who seem only to want to
interrupt your dinner.
Wouldn't it be easier if you had a better idea about the people
you wanted to talk to, if you knew a little bit about what their
interests might be? Wouldn't it be great if you could identify
mutual friends? Before internet accessibility, gathering this type
of information was a daunting prospect; but now, with just a few
clicks, you can find what you need to get in . . . LinkedIn, that is.
When you're logged into LinkedIn and access someone's profile, you
can find out which connections you share (either at the
'Connections' box, or in the sidebar). If you're going to be
calling someone you'd like to build a professional relationship
with, how much more powerful is it to run down a list of mutual
connections? (Of course, I didn't think of this all by myself. I
received a call based on these signals from a financial advisor out
of Southborough, Vince Domestico. Seems Vince went to elementary
school with a good friend of mine.) If you've got existing
connections with whom you'd like to create a stronger, or offline,
relationship, you'll have much more material to work with. Review
your target's recent status updates, so you'll have some idea of
where their current interests lie; parlay that knowledge into a
conversation that you know will be relevant to your contact. You
may be able to access your first order contact's full connections
list, such that you can potentially spin off other professional
relationships, from there. If there is someone they know that you'd
like to get to know, ask for an introduction. If you want to
connect with someone you don't know on LinkedIn, the connection
invitation screen will list information you both share, including
that related to schooling, work, group memberships, etc. Use that
information craft an invitation to connect. Once you've connected
online, solidify that connection, by making a phone call, or
arranging to meet.
And, it's not just LinkedIn, where you can leverage your online
business connections for real-life results. Facebook
profiles will show you mutual friends you share with certain users,
as well as those users' full friends lists. You'll see status
updates, too, if they haven't been blocked. Google+
profiles will show you the users you and your connection have circled in common. You'll also be able to see
whom the user has circled, and who has circled the user. While Twitter does not
list mutual connections, you will be able to glean useful
information from profiles, including that respecting followers and
followees, lists and favorite tweets.
For more tips on getting the most out of social media, check out
the American Bar Association's, '. . . in One Hour'
book series, which features titles covering LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter.
Tip courtesy of Jared Correia, Law Office Management Assistance
Program.
Published February 7, 2013
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To learn more about the Law Practice Management
Section, which is complimentary for all MBA members,
contact LPM Section Chair Thomas J. Barbar or Vice
Chair Cynthia E.
MacCausland.
News from the courts
Proposed amendments to Rule 412; Separate and Secure Waiting Area Task Force releases implementation progress report; SJC approves new jury commissioner regulations
Proposed amendments to Rule 412 of
the supplemental rules of the Probate and Family Court
Chief Justice Paula M. Carey, along with the Probate and Family
Court Bench/Bar Committee on Rules, solicits comments on proposed
amendments to Rule 412 of the supplemental rules of the Probate and
Family Court.
The proposed changes to Rule 412, Joint Petition for Modification
of Child Support Judgment, would expand the rule to allow parties
to modify any judgment or temporary order of the Probate and Family
Court where the parties are in agreement, the agreement is in
writing and all other requirements of the rule are met.
Click here for a redlined version of the
proposed amendments to Rule 412, showing the additions and
deletions to the current rule and the text of how Rule 412 would
appear with the proposed amendments.
Comments on the proposed amendments should be directed to the
Probate and Family Court Bench/Bar Committee on Rules, c/o Evelyn
Patsos, Esq. and sent via facsimile to (617) 788-6605 or [e-mail evelyn.patsos] on or before Friday, Feb.
15, 2013.
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Separate and Secure Waiting Area
Task Force releases implementation progress report
The SSWA Task Force has filed a progress report outlining steps
taken to implement the provision of the Massachusetts Victim Bill
of Rights. The report outlines the results of the court-by-court
assessments through January 2013.
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Regulations of the jury
commissioner
The Supreme Judicial Court has approved amended Regulation 9 and
new Regulation 10 of the Regulations of the Jury Commissioner,
effective March 1, 2013.
Click here to view the regulations.
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CPCS employment opportunities
The Committee for Public Counsel Services is committed to
protecting the fundamental constitutional and human rights of its
clients by providing zealous advocacy, community-oriented defense,
and excellent representation.
Click here to view a current list of available
positions, including a deputy chief appellate attorney position at
the CPCS Appeals Unit - Public Defender Division, a staff attorney
position at the Somerville Superior Court Office and Children and
Family Law Division staff attorney postitions in the Boston,
Brockton and Worcester offices.
Featured member benefit: Clio
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freeing up valuable time to build their practice.
A NEW MBA member benefit, Clio is regularly
$49/month for attorneys and $25/month for non-attorney support
staff. Massachusetts Bar Association members receive a 10 percent
lifetime discount on their Clio subscription, bringing the monthly
cost to $44.10 for attorneys and $22.50 for non-attorney support
staff. Sign up today.
** Valid MBA membership required.
Attorney vacancies at the U.S. Department of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice has numerous attorney vacancies.
All interested applicants are encouraged to apply, but due to
temporary funding restrictions, the department may not be able to
fill all of the currently advertised positions.
Click here to view a current list of available
positions.
To learn more about the U.S. Department of Justice and its
legal careers, click here.
In addition, every year over 1,800 volunteer legal interns serve
in DOJ components and U.S. Attorneys' Offices throughout the
country. Law students interested in a DOJ volunteer internship,
should click here for opportunities.
Upcoming CLE seminar and program schedule
Join the MBA at the Feb. 12 "Considering, Preparing and Conducting Mediation and Arbitration Hearings" seminar, designed for lawyers and paralegals who engage in personal injury claims.
To register for the following
programs, call MBA Member Services at (617) 338-0530,
[e-mail membership] or visit the
CLE Web site. Scroll down for program
details, including dates and registration details.
Recorded session available for purchase
after live program through MBA On Demand.
Real-time webcast available for purchase
through MBA On Demand.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Legal Chat: H-1B Principles 
Friday, Feb. 8, noon-1 p.m.
NOTE: There is no on-site attendance for Legal Chats.
Considering, Preparing and Conducting
Mediation and Arbitration Hearings
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 4-7 p.m.
Western New England University School of Law, 1215 Wilbraham Road,
Springfield
Legal Chat: Conflict Management and
Negotiation
Friday, Feb. 15, noon-1 p.m.
NOTE: There is no on-site attendance for Legal Chats.
Lifecycle of a Business Part III:
Employment & Business Litigation Matters
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 5-7 p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
MBA
co-sponsors program: Uniform Commercial Code
Conference
Thursday, Feb. 21, noon-6:30 p.m.
New England Law | Boston (Cherry Room), 154 Stuart St.,
Boston
SAVE THE DATE
The MUPC Revisited: Part I
Thursday, Feb. 28, noon-4 p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
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Unable to attend January seminars? Practitioners who were not
able to attend MBA CLE programs in January can now view select
programs on MBA On Demand. MBA On Demand is an innovative MBA
member benefit that offers you the opportunity to watch an MBA
program from the comfort of your home or office, at a time that
suits your schedule.
In addition, watching an MBA seminar or conference just got
easier. All previously recorded MBA On Demand programs are now
available anytime, anywhere on your mobile device.
January CLE programming now available includes:
To view a listing of current programs offered on MBA On
Demand, click here.
Section News: Upcoming meetings and special section events
Join in the Feb. 12 Criminal Justice, Health Law and Family Law section council meetings. Attend the Feb. 13 Individual Rights & Responsibilities Section Council meeting. On Feb. 13 the Juvenile & Child Welfare open meeting will feature Reece Erlichman and the Immigration Law Section Social will feature Kate Auspitz, issues director for Congressman Michael E. Capuano.
Criminal Justice Section Council
meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 5:30-7
p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
The next meeting of the Criminal Justice Section Council is
scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. All section
members are invited to attend.
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Health Law Section Council
meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 5:15-6:45
p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
The next meeting of the Health Law Section Council is scheduled
for Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 5:15 to 6:45 p.m. All section members are
invited to attend.
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Family Law Section Council
meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 5:30-7
p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
The next meeting of the Family Law Section Council is scheduled
for Tuesday, Feb. 12 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. All section members are
invited to attend.
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Individual Rights &
Responsibilities Section Council meeting
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 4-5:30
p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
The next meeting of the Individual Rights & Responsibilities
Section Council is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 13 from 4 to 5:30
p.m. All section members are invited to attend.
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Juvenile & Child Welfare open
meeting
Featuring Reece Erlichman,
director of the Bureau of Special Education Appeals
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 5:30-7 p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
You are invited to attend the Juvenile
& Child Welfare Section open meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 13 from
5:30 to 7 p.m. at the MBA, 20 West St., Boston.
The guest speaker for this open
meeting will be Reece Erlichman, director of the Bureau of Special
Education Appeals (BSEA), an independent subdivision of the
Division of Administrative Law Appeals.
To
R.S.V.P., click
here. Space is limited.
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Immigration Law Section Social
Featuring Kate
Auspitz, issues director for
Congressman Michael E. Capuano
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 5:15-7:30 p.m.
MBA, 20 West St., Boston
The Immigration Law Section Council invites you to attend the
Immigration Law Section Social on Feb. 13 from 5:15 to 7:30 p.m. at
the MBA, 20 West St., Boston. The guest speaker at this event
will be Kate Auspitz, issues director for Congressman Michael E.
Capuano, representative, 7th Congressional District of
Massachusetts.
As many practitioners are aware, Auspitz is one of the most
helpful congressional aides when a congressional assist is needed.
Many are unaware Auspitz is a political historian, Fulbright fellow
and Harvard Ph.D. She was an associate professor in Social Studies
at Harvard College and taught in the Political Science Department
at Wellesley College before leaving academia for practical
politics. She now works on foreign policy, immigration and refugee
issues.
Auspitz will discuss what a congressional inquiry can accomplish,
how to request assistance and, as importantly, what cannot be
reasonably expected from an inquiry. In addition, she will bring
the latest news as to what is happening on the hill regarding
comprehensive immigration reform issues.
Join Immigration Law section members at this special networking
reception, where you will have the opportunity to meet fellow
practitioners, expand your practice network and connect with
colleagues in your practice area.