REGISTRATION BROCHURE - BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCE FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2019 CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT WILMINGTON, DE - Delaware State Bar Association
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REGISTRATION
BROCHURE
DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCE
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2019
CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT
WILMINGTON, DE
DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCE
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2019
CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT
WILMINGTON, DE
Dear Friends and Colleagues,
I am pleased to invite you to attend and participate in the Annual Bench and
Bar Conference being held this year at the Chase Center on the Riverfront
on Friday, June 14, 2019. This annual tradition is one of the events that make
our Bar one of the best in the nation. This event offers you the opportunity
to catch up with attorneys and members of the Bench you may not have
been able to see or speak to on a regular basis. Our close legal community
will only remain that way if we get together for events like this.
Not only will you have an opportunity to speak with colleagues in the Bench and Bar, but you will
enjoy some great food and obtain credits for the excellent CLE programs that are scheduled for
this year. You will also enjoy the presentation of our Keynote Speaker, Brigadier General John
Baker, Chief Defense Counsel for the Military Commissions Defense Organization who oversees
defense services to Guantanamo Bay detainees. This year’s event will include, as always, a short
business meeting for the election of next year’s officers and the passing of the gavel to incoming
President, William P. Brady, and the presentation of awards to well-deserved recipients.
Please take a few hours out of your busy schedule to participate in this wonderful and enjoyable
event. I look forward to seeing you there.
Sincerely,
David J. Ferry, Jr., Esquire
President
Delaware State Bar Association
ABOUT THE DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
For more than 95 years, the Delaware State Bar A ssociation has organized and united the law yers
who prac tice in Delawa re a nd se r ved a s th eir profes sional a s soc ia tion. T h e DSBA wa s fou nd ed
in 1923 a nd is commi t ted to th e ad va nce m e n t of th e sc ie nce of ju rispru d e nce by providing
con tinuing edu c a tion, n e t working oppor tu ni ties, a nd a fra m ework for providing prope r s ta nda rd s
for m e mbe r ship in th e Delawa re Ba r.
DELAWARE STATE BAR ASSOCIATION
BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCE
FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2019
CHASE CENTER ON THE RIVERFRONT
WILMINGTON, DE
PATHWAYS AND REFLECTIONS: ADVENTURES IN LAW
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nsel 3.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics for Delaware and Pennsylvania attorneys
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Brigadier General John Baker
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Chief Defense Counsel
Brigadier General John G. Baker is the Chief Defense Counsel (CDC) for the Military Commissions De-
ision,
ible fense Organization. In his capacity as the CDC, he oversees a joint service and total force staff of more
than 156 military and civilian lawyers, paralegals, investigators, intelligence analysts, defense security of-
ficers, translators, and administrative officers providing the full spectrum trial defense services to GTMO
mittee
ker detainees charged under the MCA, to include capital cases.
ense support personnel across the
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
ear. While serving as the CDC of the
se Services Organization which
charged under the Uniform Code of
Regional Defense Counsel for the
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
ense attorneys at all Marine Corps
xpeditionary Force was
Registration Breakfast/Vendor Visit
cases, which included capital murder,
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
of misconduct by senior Plenary Session with Keynote Speaker Brigadier General John Baker
A Report Through the Looking Glass: Cleaning Up After a Failed
eneral Baker personally participated in
p and litigation billets within the Marine
ocate and Law Center Director at Experiment at the Guantanamo Bay Military Commissions
e Officer, Chief Trial Counsel, Special
10:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Refreshment Break/Vendor Visit
rior to becoming a judge advocate,
attend law school under the Law
10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Annual Meeting
gh School of Law (J.D. 1997), Averett
11:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
o holds a LL.M. from The Judge
my (2005). General Baker has been a Refreshment Break/Vendor Visit
ttorney’s Capital Voir Dire Training and
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. CLE Breakout Sessions
ol of Law, Pittsburgh School of Law,
rs Course, the New York City Bar
Choose one Pathway: Civil Practice, Chancery Law, Path to Trial
al decorations include the Legion of
stars, the Joint Service Commendation
Committee, or Family Law
arine Corps Achievement Medal, the
1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Social Reception
ANNUAL MEETING
Presided over by David J. Ferry, Jr., Esquire, Delaware State Bar Association President
Presentation of the First State Distinguished Service Award to Francis J. “Pete” Jones Jr., Esquire
Recognition of individuals who have been members of the Delaware Bar for more than 50 years
Election of 2019- 2020 Executive Committee Members
Passing of the Gavel to the new Delaware State Bar Association President,
William Patrick Brady, Esquire
DSBA BENCH AND BAR CONFERENCE
CLE BREAKOUT SESSIONS
CIVIL PRACTICE CHANCERY LAW
Enduring Trials vs. Mastering Them: A Look at Best The Road to Equity is Paved with Preparation –
Practices in Resolving a Civil Case Chancery Changes and Judicial Exchanges
Join us for a discussion about effective strategies to employ at all stages of a civil The Court of Chancery continues to evolve. There are new scheduling rules,
case. How do you get your motion heard promptly by the Court? What are the changes in procedures and even two new Vice Chancellors. An expert panel
tried-and-true ways to prepare effectively for oral argument, including anticipating explores practical and ethical matters and assists practitioners to understand how
and responding to questions from the bench? How do experienced litigators to adapt to the changing ways to practice in the Chancery Court. This is a chance
prepare for and take depositions to ready their case for trial? What do juries (or to see what others do when they file, deliver arguments, and go to trial, as well as
judges) respond to during opening statements? How do you give an effective a chance to hear what the Chancellor and Vice-Chancellors will expect from you in
closing argument? How should you approach preparing for direct and cross- the form of diligence to your case and your client’s needs and the technological
examination? How should your trial strategies differ in jury and bench trials? What considerations for which you must be prepared.
are the key ethical rules you must keep in mind throughout the various stages of
civil litigation? Plus, what should judges do to manage civil cases and advance Panelists Patricia L. Enerio, Esquire
The Honorable Andre G. Bouchard Heyman Enerio Gattuso & Hirzel LLP
them to resolution? All these questions and more will be posed to a panel of
Chancellor, Court of Chancery of the William M. Lafferty, Esquire
experienced judges and practitioners.
State of Delaware Morris Nichols Arsht & Tunnell LLP
Moderator Shakuntla L. Bhaya, Esquire The Honorable Morgan T. Zurn
The Honorable Abigail M. LeGrow Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya Gregory P. Williams, Esquire
Vice Chancellor, Court of Chancery of Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A.
Superior Court of the State of Delaware Keith E. Donovan, Esquire the State of Delaware
Panelists Morris James LLP Corine E. Amato, Esquire
The Honorable Mary M. Johnston Jennifer C. Wasson, Esquire Prickett Jones & Elliott, P.A.
Superior Court of the State of Delaware Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
The Honorable Alex J. Smalls
Court of Common Pleas of the FAMILY LAW
State of Delaware Exploring the Curiouser and Curiouser World of
Family Court: A Hands-On Effective Guide to Some
PATH TO TRIAL COMMITTEE of the Most Difficult Adventures in Law
The Path to True Love and Trial Seldom Runs Smooth: An This interactive seminar allows attorneys and judges to have a comprehensive look
Interactive Discussion of Key Issues in Criminal Practice at a custody matter in the Family Court. Through a mock trial presentation with
This session will include an interactive discussion between the panel and emphasis on style, performance, and expectations, a panel of jurists and practi-
the audience about the different ways the bench and bar can enhance the tioners delve into evidentiary issues and ethical responsibilities for each step in the
effectiveness and efficiency of the criminal justice system. Throughout each topic, process. There will be practical discussions on how to prepare a client for cross ex-
the discussion will focus on putting the best case forward for the State and the amination and the rest of trial, dealing with clients’ apprehensions, the admissibility
defendant, the diligence required to practice in criminal law and the complex of technology, and using lay witness vs. expert witness rules.
ethical considerations. Topics will include: (1) Discovery under Rule 16; (2) The
Moderator Staci J. Pesin, Esquire
Plea Process; and (3) Severance Issues. The Honorable Michael K. Newell Copeland and Taylor, LLC
Moderator Patrick J. Collins, Esquire Family Court of the State of Delaware Achille C. Scache, Esquire
The Honorable Gary F. Traynor Collins & Associates Panelists Giordano, DelCollo, Werb & Gagne, LLC
Supreme Court of the State of Delaware Lisa A. Minutola, Esquire Patrick J. Boyer, Esquire Leslie B. Spoltore, Esquire
Panelists Office of Defense Services MacElree Harvey, Ltd. Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell &
The Honorable Charles E. Butler Albert J. Roop V, Esquire Megan A. McGovern, Esquire Hippel LLP
Superior Court of the State of Delaware Department of Justice Bayard, P.A.
BBQ-STYLE
Join us for a lively reception where you can catch up with colleagues, make new
acquaintances, and enjoy themed food stations. Casual dress encouraged!
RECEPTION
Hosted by: The Honorable Leo E. Strine, Jr., Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Delaware,
Justices Karen L. Valihura, James T. Vaughn, Jr., Collins J. Seitz, Jr., and Gary F. Traynor,
The Delaware Judicial Conference, and the Delaware State Bar Association
Bench and Bar Conference and CLE • Chase Center on the Riverfront • June 14, 2019
Please return by June 7, 2019 • DSB06142019BENCH • Seating is limited. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration fee includes a continental breakfast, CLE seminar, refreshment breaks, annual meeting, and social reception, including food and beverages.
Tuition Fees: $210 – Early Bird Registration ON or BEFORE June 7, 2019 $260 – Late Registration AFTER June 7, 2019 REGISTER ONLINE
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Please return to: Delaware State Bar Association, 405 North King Street, Suite 100, Wilmington, DE 19801
Fax: (302) 658-5212 • Phone: (302) 658-5279
DSBA Members may register online at www.dsba.org.
Refunds issued only if cancellation is received no later than one week prior to Bench and Bar Conference.
THANK YOU TO OUR 2019
SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS!
CONFERENCE SPONSOR Delaware State Bar Insurance Services, Inc. (DSBIS), a
Delaware State Bar
wholly owned subsidiary of the Delaware State Bar As-
sociation, is an insurance agency formed to meet the
Insurance Services, Inc. business, professional, and personal needs of DSBA
members. DSBIS products and services are offered to all
members of the Delaware State Bar Association, as well
as their firms, employees, families, and clients.
The Delaware State Bar Association recognizes DSBIS for
its contribution to the 2019 Bench and Bar Conference.
REFRESHMENT BREAK SPONSOR
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Exhibitors
BigCentric Appliances Prevail Trial Consultants
Capital Healthcare Clinics Smart Start Inc.
Diamond State Financial Group Tonic Bar and Grille
Fastcase WSFS Bank
CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS AND SPONSORS WELCOME
Your participation will highlight your firm and market its services to hundreds of attorneys many of
whom will appreciate your support of DSBA. Sponsors and exhibitors receive premier benefits, including
exhibit space and networking opportunities. For information on showcasing your services through exhibit
and sponsorship opportunities, contact Rebecca Baird at rbaird@dsba.org or call (302) 658-5279.
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