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The FMLA: Challenges for Independent Schools

By Leander A. Dolphin on May 28, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

HR Forum
June 15, 2018
St. George’s School, 372 Purgatory Road, Middletown, RI
9:45 AM – 11:00 AM EDT

Leander Dolphin will present on the FMLA and its applications to and challenges for independent schools at the HR Forum at … Read more

Colleges and Universities Facing Union Organizing Campaigns: An Update

By Gary S. Starr and Jarad M. Lucan on May 24, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Seminars and Events

The 2018 CCIC Annual Member Forum
June 12, 2018
Quinnipiac University, North Haven Campus
8:15 AM – 1:00 PM EDT

Gary Starr and Jarad Lucan will present a workshop entitled “Colleges and Universities Facing Union Organizing Campaigns: An Update” as … Read more

Seminar: Hot Topics in Special Education

By Andreana R. Bellach, Melika S. Forbes, Peter J. Maher and Rebecca R. Santiago on May 21, 2018 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

Please join Shipman & Goodwin school law attorneys for a timely discussion of hot topics and legal developments in special education law. Topics will include:

A year after Endrew F.
New State Department of Education Guidelines on IEEs and School

Peter Maher to Speak on TLTalkRadio Podcast

By Peter J. Maher on May 17, 2018 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

On May 21, 2018, Peter Maher will be speaking on the TLTalkRadio Podcast. The topic of Pete’s discussion is “free appropriate public education” (FAPE) for students who require special education.

The TLTalkRadio Podcast interviews authors, experts and practitioners in the … Read more

Peter Maher Presents at Lehigh University’s 46th Special Education Law Conference

By Peter J. Maher on May 11, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

On May 11, 2018, Peter Maher was a co-presenter during Lehigh University’s 46th Special Education Law Conference. The conference is a one-day program that provides a year-in-review case law keynote and various break-out sessions. The topics for this year’s sessions … Read more

2018 Special Education in Connecticut Summit: Promoting Equity for Marginalized Students With Disabilities

By Susan C. Freedman on April 16, 2018 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

Co-sponsored by the Klebanoff Institute and the University of Connecticut Neag School of Education

Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: University of Connecticut School of Law, 45 Elizabeth Street, William F. Starr Hall, Hartford, … Read more

What Independent Schools Need to Know About EUGDPR

By William J. Roberts and Benjamin FrazziniKendrick on April 9, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

The European Union passed a sweeping data privacy law that is affecting businesses, organizations and educational institutions worldwide. This law, known as the “General Data Protection Regulation” (or “GDPR” for short), will in many cases dramatically change the manner in … Read more

Webinar: Opioids and Medical Marijuana in the Workplace: Are Employers Left High and Dry?

By Kevin M. Roy and Keegan Drenosky on March 27, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Independent Schools, Public Schools, Seminars and Events

Join Shipman & Goodwin labor and employment attorneys for this complimentary CLE webinar providing a discussion of changing laws and legal concerns related to opioids and medical marijuana in the workplace. Presenters will review recent court decisions, the interaction between … Read more

Webinar: An Overview of the Significant Provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act PART 4: Update on Pension, Compensation and 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Organizations

By Ray Casella, Richard I. Cohen and Kelly Smith Hathorn on March 22, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

Join Shipman & Goodwin tax attorneys for the fourth installment of this four-part CLE webinar reviewing some of the more significant provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This session will review changes in the pension, compensation, and fringe … Read more

CES Special Education Director Aspirant Series

By Linda L. Yoder and Peter J. Maher on March 22, 2018 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

Shipman and Goodwin attorneys Linda Yoder and Peter Maher will join Robert Mancusi, Executive Director of Special Education and Student Services for Fairfield Public Schools, and Dr. Kim Hapken, Assistant Superintendent of Special Services for Ridgefield Public Schools to present … Read more

RESCHEDULED Independent School Webinar: Safeguarding Data – Developing a School Data Privacy and Security Program

By William J. Roberts on March 20, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

**DUE TO EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 3, 2018**

Shipman & Goodwin attorney Bill Roberts will discuss privacy of personal information as a growing risk management concern for independent day and boarding schools. This webinar … Read more

Save the Date: Labor and Employment Spring Seminar 2018 Public Sector Legal Update

By Gabriel Jiran on March 13, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Public Schools, Seminars and Events

Please save the date and pre-register for Shipman & Goodwin’s 2018 Labor and Employment Public Sector Spring Seminar on May 4, 2018. Note: This program is intended for Public Sector employers.

Recent trends in the workplace related to claims of … Read more

RESCHEDULED Independent School Webinar: Safeguarding Data – Developing a School Data Privacy and Security Program

By William J. Roberts on February 28, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

**DUE TO EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 3, 2018**

Shipman & Goodwin attorney Bill Roberts will discuss privacy of personal information as a growing risk management concern for independent day and boarding schools. This webinar … Read more

POSTPONED RISSC March 2018 Conference

By Mark K. Ostrowski on February 23, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

**DUE TO EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED, DATE TBA**

RISSC March 2018 Conference
Sponsored by Kent School and Co-Sponsored by the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
March 2, 2018 from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kent … Read more

Register Now for Data Privacy for Public and Charter Schools: What Lies Ahead

By Benjamin FrazziniKendrick and William J. Roberts on February 20, 2018 Posted in Public Schools, Records (Student Records), Seminars and Events, Students

Join Shipman & Goodwin attorneys Benjamin FrazziniKendrick and William Roberts; Christopher Wardrop, Senior V.P. Public Entity Practice of USI Insurance Services LLC; and Douglas Casey, Executive Director for the CT State Commission for Educational Technology (CET) for … Read more

Hot Topics in Environmental, Construction and Renewable Energy for Independent Schools

By Andrew N. Davis, Ph.D., Aaron D. Levy, Matthew Ranelli, Laurann Asklof and Christine L. Chipman on February 19, 2018 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

On Friday, February 23rd, a panel of Shipman & Goodwin environmental, construction and energy attorneys will present this informative and interactive program regarding current and pressing environmental, construction and renewable energy-related issues and opportunities for independent schools. The presenters will … Read more

Webinar: Are You at Risk? An In-Depth Look at Workplace Sexual Harassment Prevention and Company Culture

By Daniel Schwartz, Jarad M. Lucan and Ashley L. Marshall on January 24, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Independent Schools, Public Schools, Seminars and Events

Join Shipman & Goodwin labor and employment attorneys Daniel Schwartz, Jarad Lucan and Ashley Marshall for this complimentary CLE webinar where they will explore sexual harassment and cultural shifts taking place in the workplace. Attendees will learn best practices … Read more

Register Now for Sexual Harassment Prevention Training – 2018 Schedule

By Keegan Drenosky, Brenda A. Eckert, Christopher Engler, Jarad M. Lucan, Peter J. Murphy, Daniel Schwartz, Clarisse N. Thomas and Henry J. Zaccardi on January 9, 2018 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Independent Schools, Public Schools, Seminars and Events

Don’t wait until it’s too late. There are steps you can take now to protect you and your business from costly litigation. The programs outlined below will provide training and education on sexual harassment awareness and prevention for all supervisory … Read more

Webinar: 2017 Connecticut Tax Update

By Alan E. Lieberman, Louis B. Schatz, David O. Bigger and Robert L. Day, III on December 5, 2017 Posted in Colleges and Universities, Independent Schools, Public Schools, Seminars and Events

Join Shipman & Goodwin tax attorneys for this complimentary CLE webinar focusing on current developments in Connecticut tax law. Presenters will discuss recent tax developments impacting businesses, organizations and individuals, and review the most up-to-date information on tax legislation enacted … Read more

Webinar Recap: 2017 Roundup – What You Should Know About Special Education Decisions

By Alyce Alfano and Peter J. Maher on December 4, 2017 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

In case you missed it, Alyce L. Alfano and Peter J. Maher presented a complimentary webinar on the topic of special education judicial and hearing officer decisions. The webinar reviewed recent decisions, including U.S. Supreme Court decisions, and provided special … Read more

Don’t Forget to Register! Webinar: 2017 Roundup – What You Should Know About Special Education Decisions

By Alyce Alfano and Peter J. Maher on November 27, 2017 Posted in Public Schools, Seminars and Events, Special Education

Join Shipman & Goodwin School Law attorneys Alyce L. Alfano and Peter J. Maher for an end-of-year update on special education judicial and hearing officer decisions. This complimentary webinar will review recent decisions and provide special education administrators with an … Read more

Anne Littlefield and Christopher Tracey to Present at ACES Tech Council Meeting

By Anne H. Littlefield and Christopher A. Tracey on November 27, 2017 Posted in Public Schools, S&G News, Seminars and Events

On December 1, 2017, Anne H. Littlefield and Christopher A. Tracey will provide a presentation on ADA compliance and data privacy as part of the Area Cooperative Educational Services (ACES) Tech Council Meeting.… Read more

Ben FrazziniKendrick and Melika Forbes to Present Sessions at NBI’s Social Media and Apps, Cyberbullying, Privacy and Other Technology Issues Seminar

By Benjamin FrazziniKendrick and Melika S. Forbes on November 20, 2017 Posted in Public Schools, S&G News, Seminars and Events

On December 8, 2017, Benjamin P. FrazziniKendrick and Melika S. Forbes will present sessions at the National Business Institute (NBI) School Law Seminar, Social Media and Apps, Cyberbullying, Privacy and Other Technology Issues. Ben will present the sessions, “Social Media: … Read more

Julie Fay, Melika Forbes and Bill Roberts to Speak at the 2017 TABS Annual Conference

By Julie C. Fay, Melika S. Forbes and William J. Roberts on November 14, 2017 Posted in Independent Schools, Seminars and Events

Three Shipman & Goodwin attorneys will present at the 2017 TABS Annual Conference, scheduled to take place November 30 – December 2, 2017 in Boston, MA.

Julie C. Fay and Melika S. Forbes will present the concurrent session, “Academic Support … Read more