The New Jersey State Bar Association (NJSBA) Annual Meeting and Convention is the premier event for the state's legal community, bringing together judges, lawyers, law clerks, and law students for a comprehensive three-day program. Organized by the NJSBA, this convention offers a platform for professional development, networking, and the exchange of ideas among legal professionals.
The 2023 convention featured over 100 seminars covering a wide range of practice areas, including animal law, workers' compensation, estate and trust litigation, and more. Attendees had the opportunity to earn up to 16 Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits, with sessions addressing ethics, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as certified civil trial topics. Notable sessions included discussions on judicial appointment processes, law firm advertising ethics, and the impact of racial trauma on minority attorneys.
In addition to educational programming, the event provided numerous networking opportunities, including a welcome reception, bench-bar conferences, and luncheons hosted by various NJSBA sections. The convention also featured addresses from prominent figures such as New Jersey Supreme Court Chief Justice Stuart Rabner and U.S. District Court Chief Judge Renée Marie Bumb. The installation ceremony for the NJSBA's Executive Committee and Board of Trustees was a highlight, with Timothy F. McGoughran taking the oath as President for the 2023-2024 term.
This convention is ideal for legal professionals seeking to stay updated on current legal trends, earn CLE credits, and connect with peers and leaders in the New Jersey legal community. Whether you're a seasoned attorney or a law student, the NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention offers valuable insights and opportunities for professional growth.
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Speakers(12)
Barry T. Albin
Retired Justice at New Jersey Supreme Court
Retired Justice Barry T. Albin of the New Jersey Supreme Court will be honored for his decades of service during the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Freda L. Wolfson
Retired Chief Judge at U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
Retired Chief Judge Freda L. Wolfson of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey will be honored for her decades of service during the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Jacob J. Fanchino
Attorney at Gibbons, PC
Jacob J. Fanchino, Esq., an attorney at Gibbons, PC, focuses on commercial real estate and will be co-presenting on hot topics in the field at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Jeralyn L. Lawrence
Immediate Past President at New Jersey State Bar Association
Jeralyn L. Lawrence, Esq., will be recognized as the outgoing President of the New Jersey State Bar Association during the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Joseph Krakora
Public Defender at State of New Jersey
Joseph Krakora, Public Defender of New Jersey, will be a speaker at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Matthew A. Cohen
CEO at Two Rivers Title Company
Matthew A. Cohen, Esq., CEO of Two Rivers Title Company, specializes in real estate law and will be discussing hot topics in commercial real estate at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Matthew J. Schiller
Attorney at Murphy, Schiller & Wilkes, LLP
Matthew J. Schiller, Esq., an attorney at Murphy, Schiller & Wilkes, LLP, will serve as moderator and speaker for the session on hot topics in commercial real estate at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Parimal Garg
Chief Counsel at Office of Governor Phil Murphy
Parimal Garg, Chief Counsel to Governor Phil Murphy, will be a speaker at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Rene9e Marie Bumb
Chief Judge at U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
Chief Judge Rene9e Marie Bumb of the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey will deliver a featured address at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Shawn M. LaTourette
Commissioner at New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Shawn M. LaTourette, Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, will be a speaker at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Stuart Rabner
Chief Justice at New Jersey Supreme Court
Chief Justice Stuart Rabner of the New Jersey Supreme Court will deliver a featured address at the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Timothy F. McGoughran
President at New Jersey State Bar Association
Timothy F. McGoughran, Esq., will be installed as President of the New Jersey State Bar Association for 2023-2024 during the 2023 NJSBA Annual Meeting and Convention.
Event Details
- Date
- May 17-19, 2023
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Atlantic City, United States
- Borgata Hotel, Casino & Spa
- Pricing
- Varies by tier
- Audience
- Judges, lawyers, law clerks, law students
- CLE Credits
- Up to 16 CLE credits, including ethics, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and certified civil trial credits
- Attendees
- Approximately 2,500 attendees