2017 Young Lawyers Symposium Marketing Speakers: Deborah Tesser; Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq.; Elise R. Holtzman, JD, PCC

2017 Young Lawyers Symposium

Location:

New Jersey Law Center

1 Constitution Sq. New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Date:

December 16, 2017

Time:

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET

9:00	Welcome from the YLD CLE Chair, Jonas Seigel, Esq.
9:05	Breakout Sessions (choose one) 1. Marketing and self promotion      You can’t practice law if you don’t have clients. Join some successful      attorney/marketers and rainmakers as they discuss the secrets of self-promotion     some proven ways to bring in business.      Speakers: Deborah Tesser; Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq.;     Elise R. Holtzman, JD, PCC seminar # ICYLD015817.  2. Finance 101      A round table discussion about paying off those college and law school loans,      how to start saving for retirement (it’s never too early!), and the best      investment strategies.     Speaker: Dion Johnson; John Celmer
10:40	Breakout Sessions (choose one) 1. Electronic Evidence: Where to Find It and How to Collect It     You know that your adversary’s client posted, tweeted, texted or used some      software or app to produce important evidence. Hear about how to find electronic     evidence and how to collect it so that it will be admissible and help you win your     case.  2. The Art of the Deal     Many young lawyers represent the small, family owned business. This segment     will focus on the ins and outs of handling the sale or purchase of a closely held     business, including contract negotiation, due diligence, employment liabilities,     key employee retention, state reporting requirements, franchise considerations,     and other concerns.      Speakers: Michael A. Austin, Esq.; Evan J. White, Esq.
12:10	Luncheon
1:00	Breakout Sessions (choose one) 1. Anatomy of a Divorce     We will break down the body of law into the most important parts so that you can      operate your family law cases more smoothly. The panel will discuss some of the     basics like causes of action and jurisdiction, notable suggestions for completing      the CIS and the hottest topics in custody, alimony and child support.      Speakers: Lubna Qazi-Chowdhry, Esq.; Rajeh A. Saadeh, Esq.                      2. Immigration Under President Trump     The immigration landscape has changed since the election of President Trump.     Stories of deportation are continually in the news and, despite a request from the      Chief Justice, U.S. Immigration agents have continued to arrest illegal     immigrants when they are in New Jersey court houses for unrelated matters. This      panelwilladdress how to represent immigrant clients in this new climate.      Speaker: Michael J.P. Schewe, Esq.
2:30	The Most Important Ethics Segment You’ll Hear All Day   Created “for you, by you” - pickup info and tips you can immediately put to   use in your practice. This is a conversation about the latest ethics opinions,    social media blunders, malpractice insurance do’s and don’ts, and more.     Moderator/Speaker: Marc R. Friedman, Esq.      Speakers: Allison Heaney Lamson, Esq.; Marc Smith, Esq.
3:55	Wrap-up and adjourn

Conference Planner/Moderator:

Jonas K. Seigel, Esq. Chair, NJSBA Young Lawyers Division Seigel Law, Ridgewood

About The Program: New, revamped, and high energy – don’t miss the symposium with the latest info and hottest topics young lawyers need to know. No lectures here, just conversations with experts as we help you to overcome some of the biggest challenges you face, grow your practice, take care of your debts, and better represent your clients. Also, sharing is highly encouraged - bring your own ideas and examples of what worked and what didn’t, and share with your peers. Got a question? Dealing with a particularly difficult issue? We’ll try to get it answered. The symposium is all about you! Email in your questions/topics for each session to lspiegel@njsba.com and our panels will address them. Just put the time slot and the discussion number and we’ll do the rest.

LE Credits: NJ CLE information: This program has been approved by the Board on Continuing Legal Education of the Supreme Court of New Jersey for 6.7 hours of total CLE credit. NJ CLE: This program has been approved for 6.7 credits (50 minute hour) PA CLE: 5.5 substantive credits pending ($24 fee – separate check payable to NJICLE must be submitted at the end of the program) NY CLE (t&nt): 6.5 professional practice credits NJSBA & NJSBA Section/Committee members are eligible for  special discounts - login to see your discounted rate for this program. Presented in cooperation with the NJSBA Young Lawyers Division uition: NJSBA Member: $136 General Tuition: $170 Note: Other discounts may apply – please login to see your rate for this program.  Door Registration: $190

Conference Planner/Moderator: Jonas K. Seigel, Esq. Chair, NJSBA Young Lawyers Division Seigel Law, Ridgewood Speakers include: Michael A. Austin, Esq. Conte Clayton & Austin, PA, Midland Park John Celmer Vice President, Professional Services Investors Bank Marc R. Friedman, Esq. Friedman Law, Bridgewater Elise R. Holtzman, JD, PCC The Lawyer’s Success Coach President, The Lawyer’s Edge Dion Johnson Financial Professional, AXA Advisors Allison Heaney Lamson, Esq. Jacobs Berger, LLC, Morristown Lubna Qazi-Chowdhry, Esq. Rajeh A. Saadeh, Esq. The Law Office of Rajeh A. Saadeh, LLC, Somerville Michael J.P. Schewe, Esq. Connell Foley, Roseland Marc Smith, Esq. Law Office of Lorre Sylvan Smith, West Orange Deborah Tesser VP of Strategic Planning, Zola Media Kenneth A. Vercammen, Esq. Kenneth Vercammen & Associates, PC, Edison Evan J. White, Esq. White Harris, PLLC, New York