On May 22, 2019, Mary ‘Beth’ O’Neal presented on the panel “Marijuana in the Workplace” at the Cape & Plymouth Business event “Cannabiz, The Journey Continues.” The event brought together experts to debunk the myths and provided an overview of the business opportunities surrounding the cannabis industry in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Events
Massachusetts Paid Family Leave Law Presented by MassDLA
Conn Kavanaugh was happy to host the Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association for a Brown Bag Lunch on Wednesday, May 1, 2019. The luncheon program, titled “Massachusetts Paid Family Leave Law,” brought together a group of panelists to discuss Paid Family Medical Leave in Massachusetts.
Boston Bar Association Civil Litigation Series: Discovery
Alexis Theriault presented at the Boston Bar Association’s program “Civil Litigation Series: Discovery” on March 1, 2019. The program covered how the outcome of discovery motions can shape the scope and trajectory of a litigation, and have a significant impact on client relations and the court’s perception of your case. The program was held as […]
Insurance 101: For Non-Coverage Lawyers
Alexis P. Theriault spoke at the event “Insurance 101: for Non-Coverage Lawyers,” which was hosted by the Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association, MassDLA, on Thursday, February 7, 2019. The event was part of the MassDLA young lawyer’s division ‘Workshop After Work’ series. Attendees learned the basics of insurance and insurance policies and how they may work […]
Charlestown High School Career Day 2019
Alexis Theriault was on the Law Careers panel at Charlestown High School’s Career Day on January 3, 2019. It was the third annual alumni and career day at Charlestown High School. The Career Day brought together high school alumni and members of the community to discuss careers in the law, law enforcement, education, medicine, the […]
All Rise 2018 at Suffolk University Law School
Conn Kavanaugh is a sponsor and supporter of Suffolk University Law School’s event “All Rise: Uniting to Advance Women and the Future of Law.” Carol Starkey served as the event chair and also appeared as moderator for the panel portion of the event, “Rising Up: A Dialogue Through the Generations Law Alumnae Panel.” Alexis Theriault […]
Beyond the Headlines: Responding to #MeToo at Work, on Campus, and in Housing
On September 26, 2018, the Boston Bar Association held the event “Beyond the Headlines: Responding to #MeToo at Work, on Campus, and in Housing.” Alexis P. Theriault moderated the Workplace panel at the event, which was presented by the 2017 – 2018 Public Interest Leadership Program Class. A dynamic roster of panelists examined sexual assault and […]
Conn Kavanaugh Celebrates 30th Anniversary
On September 13, 2018, Conn Kavanaugh celebrated the firm’s 30th anniversary. The celebration took place exactly 30 years and one day from when the firm first opened its doors for practice in 1988. Attorneys and staff enjoyed hosting clients and colleagues at a roof deck party on the 9th floor of one federal street. Guests had […]
A Young Lawyer’s Guide to Litigating Closely-Held Business Disputes
Alexis P. Theriault spoke at the American Bar Association program “A Young Lawyer’s Guide to Litigating Closely-Held Business Disputes,” which was held on Tuesday, May 15, 2018. The program, hosted by the ABA’s Section of Litigation, provided young lawyers a high-level review of issues they should know about before jumping into the fray.
Litigation Finance: Ethical and Practical Considerations
Erin Higgins and Alexis Theriault spoke at the Boston Bar Association’s event “Litigation Finance: Ethical and Practical Considerations,” which was held on Monday, March 5 at the Boston Bar Association. The program discussed the trends in litigation finance, cases that are being financed, and ethical and practical considerations for attorneys advising clients about entering into litigation finance arrangements.