The Maine State Bar Association (MSBA) hosted its annual Winter Bar Conference from January 25 to 27, 2023, at The Westin Portland Harborview in Portland, Maine. This in-person event brought together legal professionals from across the state for a comprehensive program of continuing legal education (CLE), networking opportunities, and discussions on pressing issues within the legal community.
The conference featured a diverse range of sessions covering topics such as the priorities of the Maine Judicial Branch, issues associated with diminished capacity clients, and the regulation of firearms. Attendees had the opportunity to earn up to 6.5 CLE credits, including ethics and harassment and discrimination (H&D) credits, through both plenary and concurrent sessions.
In addition to educational sessions, the conference provided ample networking opportunities, including receptions and section business meetings. A highlight of the event was the keynote address by Jonathan Shapiro, an Emmy and Humanitas Award-winning writer and producer known for his work on television legal dramas such as HBO's "The Undoing" and Amazon Prime's "Goliath."
The Winter Bar Conference was designed for legal professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge, stay updated on current legal trends, and connect with peers. It offered valuable insights and practical information relevant to various areas of law, making it a beneficial event for attorneys at all stages of their careers.
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Speakers(14)
Angela P. Armstrong
Executive Director at Maine State Bar Association
Angela P. Armstrong is the Executive Director of the Maine State Bar Association, overseeing the association's operations and initiatives.
Bry Martin, Esq.
District 7 Governor at Law Office of Bry Martin LLC
Bry Martin represents District 7 (Somerset/Piscataquis) on the MSBA Board of Governors and practices at the Law Office of Bry Martin LLC in Dover Foxcroft.
Cheryl J. Cutliffe, Esq.
Treasurer at Maine State Bar Association
Cheryl J. Cutliffe is the Treasurer of the Maine State Bar Association, managing the association's financial matters.
Christopher Harmon, Esq.
District 3 Governor at Garmey Law
Christopher Harmon represents District 3 (Cumberland) on the MSBA Board of Governors and is an attorney at Garmey Law in Portland.
Dean Leigh I. Saufley
Dean at University of Maine School of Law
Dean Leigh Saufley serves as the Dean of the University of Maine School of Law, contributing to discussions on legal education and the future of the legal profession.
Frank H. Bishop, Jr., Esq.
Immediate Past President at Maine State Bar Association
Frank H. Bishop, Jr. served as the Immediate Past President of the Maine State Bar Association, providing guidance based on past leadership experience.
Hon. Valerie Stanfill
Chief Justice at Maine Supreme Judicial Court
Chief Justice Valerie Stanfill leads the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, overseeing the state's judicial system and addressing issues and priorities facing the Maine Judicial Branch.
Jonathan M. Dunitz, Esq.
President Elect at Maine State Bar Association
Jonathan M. Dunitz is the President Elect of the Maine State Bar Association, involved in leadership and planning for the association's future.
Jonathan Shapiro
Television Writer and Producer
Jonathan Shapiro is an Emmy and Humanitas Award-winning writer and producer known for his work on legal dramas such as HBO's 'The Undoing', Amazon Prime's 'Goliath', and NBC's 'The Blacklist'. He also authored the play 'Sisters in Law' about Supreme Court Justices Sandra Day O'Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Michael Malloy, Esq.
District 5 Governor at The Malloy Firm
Michael Malloy represents District 5 (Androscoggin) on the MSBA Board of Governors and owns The Malloy Firm in Auburn.
Neil Prendergast, Esq.
District 11 Governor at NJP Law LLC
Neil Prendergast represents District 11 (Aroostook) on the MSBA Board of Governors and is the managing partner of NJP Law LLC in Fort Kent.
Rebecca Talbert, Esq.
In-House Counsel Representative at Woodard & Curran
Rebecca Talbert serves as the In-House Counsel Representative on the MSBA Board of Governors and is general counsel at Woodard & Curran in Portland.
Stacy O. Stitham, Esq.
Partner at Brann & Isaacson LLP
Stacy O. Stitham is a partner at Brann & Isaacson LLP and served as the 2023 President of the Maine State Bar Association, welcoming attendees to the conference.
Susan A. Faunce, Esq.
Vice President at Maine State Bar Association
Susan A. Faunce serves as the Vice President of the Maine State Bar Association, contributing to the association's leadership and initiatives.
Event Details
- Date
- January 27, 2023
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Portland, United States
- The Westin Portland Harborview
- Pricing
- $129 per night
- Audience
- Legal professionals, including attorneys and members of the Maine State Bar Association.
- CLE Credits
- Up to 6.5 CLE credits, including ethics and H&D credits.