FAMILY LAW SECTION SUMMER MEETING

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1 Pennsylvania Bar Association FAMILY LAW SECTION SUMMER MEETING July 17-20, 2008 Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Baltimore, Maryland

2 THE 2008 PBA FAMILY LAW SECTION SUMMER MEETING offers up to nine hours of CLE credit with our always-great receptions on Thursday and Saturday. The hotel, the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, is located in Baltimore s Inner Harbor, situated near the Baltimore Aquarium, Camden Yards and historic Fell s Point. Bring the whole family to explore worldfamous attractions. Enjoy shopping, dining or strolling along the waterfront promenade. Witness the mystery and majesty of underwater life at the worldrenowned National Aquarium. Marvel at the unique hands-on exhibits at the Maryland Science Center and enjoy the thrill of a movie on the five-story screen of its 3-D IMAX Theater. The family will also enjoy Port Discovery Children s Museum, which boasts educational devices designed by Disney. Take a journey through pop culture in media, toys and comics at Geppi s Entertainment Museum located at Camden Yards. Just minutes away from the harbor, you ll discover the city s diverse, charming neighborhoods. Hop aboard a water taxi to twirl pasta in Little Italy or enjoy an array of nightlife in Fell s Point. In addition, art, music and theater enthusiasts can enjoy Broadway in Baltimore at the Hippodrome Theatre at the France-Merrick Performing Arts Center. Baltimore s wide range of cultural activities can also be found in historic Mount Vernon, Mount Royal and in neighborhood galleries and theaters throughout the city. We have purchased a limited number of tickets to Friday evening s game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Detroit Tigers. So register early before space (and the baseball tickets!) are gone. In Baltimore, it s really easy to get around and really hard not to have a great time! HOTEL RESERVATIONS Room reservations may be made by calling the hotel at (800) or (410) ; before June 25, Identify yourself as a participant in the Pennsylvania Bar meeting. After June 25, reservations will be accepted on a space-available basis only. Rates are $195 per night, plus taxes for standard (single or double occupancy). TRAVEL Located in the middle of the eastern seaboard, the hotel is approximately two hours from Philadelphia and four hours from Pittsburgh. The Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport is only 15 minutes from downtown and is served by all major airlines. CLE CREDITS The Pennsylvania Bar Institute is approved by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Continuing Legal Education Board as an accredited CLE provider. The PBA Family Law Section Summer Meeting has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board for up to nine hours of CLE credit. SPONSORSHIP The Section extends special thanks to BNY Mellon Wealth Management for its continued sponsorship of the Family Law Section Meetings.

3 This summer, the Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section s Summer Meeting returns to Baltimore after an 11-year absence. The site for the July meeting is the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront. Baltimore offers a wide range of historical and cultural attractions, in addition to many fine restaurants for both young and old to enjoy. Baltimore s Inner Harbor After a record-setting attendance for our winter meeting, the Programming Committee has finalized a CLE program that enables attendees to choose from a wide range of topics that impact on family law practice each and every day. The Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers will present a plenary session of Hot Tips from 20 of the most experienced practitioners in the commonwealth. In addition to that program, there will be six breakout sessions, including 2 for 1: S-Corporations Are They Worth More Than We Thought? Stock Options An Elusive Form of Income, Ethical Considerations in Interactions Between Psychologists and Attorneys: Avoiding Compromising Positions, Representing a Client with Disabilities, Military Issues, Venturing into Foreign Territory: A Guide Map to Children and Youth for the Family Practitioner, and Insurance. In addition to the plenary session and the breakouts, we will be featuring a Sunday morning of case law, legislative and rule updates. A Section meeting would not be complete without our social functions, which include receptions at the hotel on Thursday evening and Saturday evening, followed by a hospitality room each night. On Friday evening, we will be attending the Baltimore Orioles baseball game at Camden Yards. The Orioles will be facing off against the Detroit Tigers and Joe Martone was instrumental in securing 150 quality lower-level seats along the left-field line for the game. As usual, there are no CLE programs planned for the afternoons so that our members can enjoy the city of Baltimore and all that it has to offer. Our block of rooms sold out for the Philadelphia meeting. Please act quickly to make your reservations at the Marriott for this coming July. I look forward to seeing all of you and spending a memorable weekend at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront. Best Regards, Ned Hark Family Law Section Chair

4 PBA Family Law Section Summer Meeting Your Registration Fee Includes: Up to 9 Hours of CLE Credit Course Materials Receptions on Thursday and Saturday Hospitality each night Full Breakfast on Friday and Saturday (first-time attendee breakfast on Friday) and Continental Breakfast on Sunday SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (Note that all faculty is current as of time of printing but subject to change) THURSDAY, JULY 17 1:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Registration 3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Council Meeting 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Welcome Party 8:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m. Hospitality FRIDAY, JULY 18 7:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Full Breakfast 7:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Registration 8:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m. CLE Program First Annual Fred Cohen Memorial Lecture Hot Tips (sponsored by AAML); Moderator: Lori Shemtob Presenter: Joel Bernbaum A group of 20 or more practitioners will present their tips on how to improve your practice. 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m. 12:00 noon CLE Workshops A. 2 for 1: S-Corporations Are They Worth More Than We Thought? Stock Options An Elusive Form of Income Presenters: Robert Feder, Lester Barenbaum B. Ethical Considerations in Interactions Between Psychologists and Attorneys: Avoiding Compromising Positions Presenters: Dr. Steven Cohen, Lise Fisher, Jane Lessner, Dr. Marolyn Morford 12:00 noon. 9:30 p.m. Free time Time for exploring, relaxing, dinner on your own, or purchase tickets (see registration form) to the Baltimore Orioles v. Detroit Tigers Game 9:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Dessert Hospitality SATURDAY, JULY 19 7:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Registration 7:45 a.m. 8:45 a.m. Full Breakfast 8:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m. CLE Workshops: A. Representing a Client with Disabilities; Presenters: Gary Gilman, Jeffrey Lichtman, Sarinia Michaelson, Michael Viola B. Military Issues Presenter: Matthew Wilcov 10:15 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 a.m. 12:00 noon CLE Workshops: C. Venturing into Foreign Territory: A Guide Map to Children and Youth for the Family Practitioner Presenters: Todd Begg, Christina DeMatteo, Maria Gibbons, Dr. Mark King, Mary Schellhammer D. Insurance Presenters: Howard Goldsmith, Thomas Hornak, Howard Spizer 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Reception 9:30 p.m. 11:30 p.m. Hospitality SUNDAY, JULY 20 8:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast/ Section Business Meeting 9: 00 a.m. 12:00 noon Rules Update: Towne Hall Meeting with the Supreme Court of Pa. Domestic Relations Rules Committee, Case Law Updates, Legislative Update, Moderator: Chris Gale Presenters: Carol Behers, Mary Burchik, Mark Dishcell, Julie Ganz, David Hofstein, Lindsay Gingrich Maclay, Frederick Mogel, Thomas Petrelli Jr., Nancy Wallitsch

5 Pennsylvania Bar Association Family Law Section Summer Meeting Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, Baltimore, Md. July 17-20, 2008 REGISTRATION FORM Name Nickname or first name for badge Address Supreme Court ID number Phone Fax Name (and preferred nickname for badge) of Spouse/Guest(s) Children Name(s) and Ages(s) if attending Please check here if you, your child or spouse/guest, require special services, including any special dietary needs. Please attach a written description of your needs and the name of the individual. Please check here if you are a First-time Attendee. REGISTRATION FEE: Registration fee includes up to 9 hours of CLE credit, course materials, 2 reception parties, 3 hospitality events, breakfast each morning. (Check One.) Section Member $385 PBA Member; Non-Section Member $400* (*Includes Section membership for 2008) Non-PBA Member $450 Judges, Judicial Law Clerks and those in practice 3 years or less $295 Amount Due CLE WORKSHOP CHOICES Please check preference. Choice is used for planning purposes and is non-binding. Friday 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. A or B Saturday 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. A or B 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. C or D MEAL FUNCTIONS: Registrants are included in registration fee, but for planning purposes please indicate the receptions you will attend. Thursday Welcome Party Saturday Reception Spouse/Guest/Children over 12 Thursday: $75 per person # of Guests Amount Due Saturday: $75 per person # of Guests Amount Due Children 3 through 12 Thursday: $40 per person # of Guests Amount Due Saturday: $40 per person # of Guests Amount Due Children Under 3: no charge Thursday Saturday # of Guests Spouse/Guest/Children attending reception(s) are welcome to attend Hospitality as guests of the Section. OPTIONAL ACTIVITY: Baseball Game, Friday 7:05 p.m. # of $32 ea. Amount Due METHOD OF PAYMENT: A check, payable to PBA is enclosed. Or charge my: MasterCard Visa AMEX Discover Acct# Exp. Date: 3-digit security code (Visa & MC Only) Authorized amount: $ Signature: HOTEL INFORMATION: Overnight lodging arrangements should be made directly with the Marriott reservations at or before June 25, 2008, to obtain the special rate. Mention that you are part of the Pennsylvania Bar. Cancellation Policy: Registration deadline for the Meeting is June 16, After that date, all registrations will be accepted on a space-available basis. Written cancellations must be received before the close of business on June 16, Upon receipt, a refund will be issued minus a $25 administrative fee. After June 16, 2008, no refunds will be issued. Return completed registration form and payment by June 16, 2008 to: PBA Meetings Dept., P.O. Box 186, Harrisburg, PA or fax credit card registration to For further information call the PBA Member Service Center at

6 Pennsylvania Bar Association FAMILY LAW SECTION SUMMER MEETING July 17-20, 2008 Baltimore Marriott Waterfront Baltimore, Maryland Pennsylvania Bar Association 100 South Street, PO Box 186 Harrisburg, PA ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Harrisburg, PA Permit No. 472