Join Shipman & Goodwin attorneys Gwen J. Zittoun and Peter J. Maher as they present a complimentary webinar addressing the legal restrictions and requirements relating to the use of physical restraint, seclusion and exclusionary time out with students in schools. … Read more
Archives: Seminars and Events
Subscribe to Seminars and Events RSS Feed#Metoo: Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment in the Professional Workplace
Shipman & Goodwin attorney Leander A. Dolphin will participate in the panel discussion “#Metoo: Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment in the Professional Workplace” hosted by the University of Saint Joseph.
When: November 26, 2018, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM … Read more
Leander Dolphin Presents on Conduct and Disability Within Higher Education
Shipman & Goodwin attorney Leander A. Dolphin will discuss the intersection of conduct and disability within higher education at an upcoming event sponsored by the Connecticut Association on Higher Education and Disability (“CT AHEAD”).
When: November 9, 2018, 9:00 AM … Read more
Thomas Mooney Presents at the 2018 CABE/CAPSS Convention
Julie Fay Presents at the 2018 AISNE Governance Conference
Shipman & Goodwin attorney Julie C. Fay will present the session, “Legal Landscape: Today’s Hot Topics and Trends” at the 2018 Association of Independent Schools New England Annual Governance Conference. This session will review some of the emerging and recurring … Read more
Gwen Zittoun Presents on Student Data Privacy
Shipman & Goodwin attorney Gwen J. Zittoun will co-present on legal compliance and best practices of student data privacy on November 20, 2018, at the CEN Education and Development Advisory Council Workshop.
The interactive workshop will provide a solid … Read more
Julie Fay, Bob O’Brien and Laurann Asklof to Present at the 2018 NAIS-TABS Legal Symposium
Shipman & Goodwin attorneys Julie Fay, Bob O’Brien and Laurann Asklof will present sessions at the 2018 NAIS-TABS Legal Symposium.
Julie will present the session, “Managing Students: A Day in the Life of a Dean.” This session will address … Read more
2018 Labor and Employment Fall Seminar
Please join us for our annual fall seminar on October 25, 2018 at the Hartford Marriott Downtown. This promises to be an interesting and informative program regarding recent developments in labor and employment law. Our half-day seminar will include discussions … Read more
Peter Maher Presents 2018 Education Legislation Review
The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents is hosting an upcoming event on October 3, 2018, where Peter Maher will present a review of the legislation from the 2018 legislative session.
Appetizers and beverages will be provided as well as … Read more
Thomas Mooney Presents Update on Education Legislation
Thomas Mooney will be discussing updates on the latest education-related legislation during the CAS Annual Legal Update.
When: October 1, 2018
8:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT
Where: Connecticut Association of Schools
30 Realty Drive
Cheshire, CT 06410
For registration … Read more
Webinar: Hot Topics in Environmental and Renewable Energy Law for Independent Schools
Please join Shipman & Goodwin partners Andrew Davis, Aaron Levy and Matt Ranelli for this informative program regarding current and pressing environmental and renewable energy-related issues and opportunities for independent schools. The presenters will address key legal and practical … Read more
Last Chance to Register: 2018 Education Legislation Summary Seminar, Hartford Session
There is still time to register for the 2018 Education Legislation Summary Seminar taking place Friday, September 14th at the Hartford Marriott Downtown. We hope you can join us!
In its 2018 Regular Session, the General Assembly made a number … Read more
Gwen Zittoun to Present on Data Privacy and Cyber Risk
Gwen Zittoun will co-present on a Data Privacy and Cyber Risk Panel as part of the Connecticut Risk Management Association’s Annual Risk Management Day on September 14, 2018 at the Hilton Garden Inn located in Wallingford, CT.
The panel will … Read more
Learning Forum: Failure to Report Child Abuse and/or Neglect
Shipman & Goodwin’s School Law Practice Group is proud to host “Learning Forum: Failure to Report Child Abuse and/or Neglect,” a program presented by the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS) in partnership with the Department of Children and … Read more
The FMLA: Challenges for Independent Schools
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
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
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
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
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
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
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?
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
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
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
