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Useful AI in the Legal Profession

Association of the Federal Bar of New Jersey Annual Judicial Conference State of the Judiciary: Hon. Renée Marie Bumb, Chief Judge for the United States District Court, District of New Jersey Panel I: Useful AI in the Legal Profession  Discover practical AI tools that are already transforming litigation, from syncing deposition transcripts with video to detecting altered body-cam footage, without replacing lawyers or threatening jobs. Attendees will learn how affordable, ethically deployed AI is streamlining litigation for firms of all sizes to make work easier and more effective. ...read more

From Regulation to Opportunity: The Evolving Cannabis Landscape

Bill Caruso will moderate the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey program “From Regulation to Opportunity: The Evolving Cannabis Landscape.” Bill, joined by Harris Laufer, Commissioner of the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission, will lead a discussion about the future of cannabis in New Jersey amidst changes in government officials, federal actions, and legislation. The program will help industry leaders, operators and investors prepare for the opportunities, challenges, and new directions of New Jersey’s cannabis industry. ...read more

Justice Matters Forum: Charitable Giving in a New Legal Era

Attorneys Kayci Petenko, Noel Fleming and Timothy Horn will be speaking at the session “Justice Matters Forum: Charitable Giving in a New Legal Era” presented by the Philadelphia Bar Foundation. This program explores how the new 2026 charitable giving laws change strategies for sustaining nonprofit funding and advancing equity. Legal professionals, donors, nonprofits, and the communities they serve are encouraged to discover the effects on universal charitable deduction for nonitemizers, new AGI floors, and caps on high-income deduction. ...read more

NJBIA Public Policy Forum 2026: C-Suite Panel Discussion

Bill Caruso is moderating the session “C-Suite Panel Discussion” at the NJBIA’s Public Policy Forum 2026. Governor Mikie Sherrill is the Keynote Speaker, delivering remarks to New Jersey’s policymakers and business community in one of her first addresses since taking office. ...read more

2026 Family Law Symposium

Hon. Marie E. Lihotz (Ret.) will serve as a speaker at the New Jersey State Bar Association Family Law Section’s 2026 Family Law Symposium. Join the state’s leading family law lawyers and judges for timely presentations on vital topics including substance abuse, sexual abuse allegations and learning disabilities.  ...read more

Business Law from A to Z

Partner Gianfranco Pietrafesa will be presenting the session “Choice of Entity and Formation Documents” at the National Business Institute program, Business Law From A to Z. ...read more

From the Front Lines of Undue Influence and Elder Abuse: Essential Ethical and Practical Advice

Partner Steven Mignogna will be among other national industry leaders presenting at the 60th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. During Steven’s session, the panel will discuss recognizing and combatting undue influence and elder abuse. The panelists bring distinct perspectives: an attorney in private practice; a professor who has conducted empirical research; and the Public Guardian in Cook County, Illinois, which has one of the largest financial recovery programs in the country. This program is vital for all professionals who deal with the risks and ethical challenges of undue influence and abuse. ...read more

New Trends in Estate & Trust Law: The Steve & Tony (& Friends) Show

Attorneys Anthony La Ratta, Steven Mignogna, Melissa Osorio Dibble, Donald Craig and Colin McHugh will be speaking at the session “New Trends in Estate & Trust Law: The Steve & Tony (& Friends) Show” presented by the Camden County Bar Association Probate & Trust Committee. Program topics include: ...read more

Choice of Entity and Formation Documents

Partner Gianfranco Pietrafesa will be presenting the session “Choice of Entity and Formation Documents” at the National Business Institute program, New Jersey Business Law 2026. The presentation will focus on entity formation and document drafting, including the following topics: ...read more

Navigating the Maze of Subchapter V Trustee Fees and Payment

Partner Natasha Songonuga joins a NABT panel exploring how Subchapter V Trustee compensation is addressed across the country, with a focus on ways to improve the likelihood of payment. The program will include legal analysis of payment mechanisms, case law, the identification of related hurdles, and compensation in the post-confirmation world. ...read more

Annual Labor & Employment Seminar

Join Archer’s Labor & Employment Group for our Annual Labor & Employment Seminar. Stay up to date on the major state and federal laws impacting labor and employment practices. ...read more

Municipal Law 2026

Join partner Andrew Fede for an NBI online seminar that will show municipalities how to navigate legal issues arising from the changing municipal law landscape. This course is designed for attorneys and municipal officials who want to gain a better understanding of modern legal issues with topics including election administration issues, employment law issues, legal ethics in local government law, municipal liability and section 1983 claims, municipal contracts, and land use and zoning: balancing growth and community interests. ...read more

Litigations & Contracts Panel

Partner Patrick Papalia will be presenting the session “Litigations & Contracts Panel” at the 2025 Synergy ITServe Alliance Annual Conference. Gain knowledge from legal experts on how organizations can effectively handle issues with contracts and litigation. Key points of the presentation include: ...read more

Communicating Data Center Growth: Industry Strategies for Community Engagement in Pennsylvania

As Pennsylvania becomes a hub for new data center development, this growth presents exciting opportunities, along with unique challenges. Join partner Richard Wells and a panel of leading industry experts for a deep dive into the dynamic world of data centers. This program will explore how data centers are driving economic growth, job creation, and infrastructure development in Pennsylvania. Panelists will address key issues facing the industry, including community engagement, navigating zoning and permitting hurdles, and responding to concerns from local residents. ...read more

New Jersey Government Law: What You Need to Know Now

Join partner Andrew Fede as part of an intensive NBI online seminar on New Jersey Government Law designed for both newcomers and seasoned practitioners. ...read more

Artificial Intelligence for Property Appraisal: Will It Replace the Assessor?

Join partner David Schneider at the 2025 IPT Property Tax Symposium to explore the potential impact of AI on the real estate appraisal process. ...read more

Rebuilding Trust, Culture & Commitment in the DEIB Reset

Partner Carlos Bollar will join a panel of thought leaders and practitioners for a strategy-focused discussion on rebuilding trust, culture, and commitment in the evolving DEIB landscape at CCSNJ’s DEI&B Forum. Moderated by Marcus Allen, the panel will break down what’s working, what isn’t, and how to create a DEIB culture that is both adaptable and anchored in core values. Designed as an interactive “strategy lab,” the session will provide attendees with actionable insights, renewed energy, and bold clarity on how to move DEIB initiatives forward with purpose and integrity. ...read more

Ethics and Accounting Actions

Partner Andrew Cevasco will be presenting the session “Ethics and Accounting Actions” at the Bergen County Bar Association program, Mastering Elder Law: Advanced Strategies for the Modern Practitioner. Practitioners of elder law can learn the latest tips and tricks from industry experts. The full dynamic event combines elder law lectures with an interactive mock trial. ...read more

Labor and Employment in New Jersey and Italy

Peter Frattarelli, partner and chair of Archer’s Labor and Employment Group, will moderate “Labor and Employment in New Jersey and Italy” at the NJSBA 2025 Mid-Year Meeting. The panel will feature attorneys from both regions discussing similarities and differences in labor and employment law, alongside judges, scholars, and thought leaders offering insight into the latest developments in the law with an Italian twist.    ...read more

Pennsylvania Tax Credits: Using the EITC and OSTC Programs to Help Students Thrive

Partner Kayci Petenko will be presenting the program “Pennsylvania Tax Credits: Using the EITC and OSTC Programs to Help Students Thrive.” Learn the key aspects of the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) programs that provide tax credits for Pennsylvania taxpayers who redirect their state tax liability to support tuition assistance. Attorneys, tax accountants or any individuals interested are encouraged to attend and discover how the programs work, eligibility requirements, key deadlines and more. ...read more