8:30 AM – 9:30 AM “THE IMPACT OF RAHIMI AND OTHER STATE AND FEDERAL DECISIONS ON THE SECOND AMENDMENT”
Speaker: Joshua Prince, Esq.
Join us for a fast-paced review of important Second Amendment decisions at the state and federal level over the past two years, impacting your clients’ rights! We’ll be reviewing Second Amendment issues involving everything from the constitutionality of certain prohibitions, to reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, to municipal regulation and beyond… This CLE will touch upon Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Firearms Law and Municipal Law.
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM “FAMILY LAW STATE OF PRACTICE IN NORTHAMPTON COUNTY AND LEHIGH COUNTY”
Speakers: Hon. Melissa Pavlack, Hon. Brian Panella, Phil Lauer, Esq.
This program will explore the various similarities and differences between the counties regarding the practice of family law. We will delve into the areas of practice for Custody, Support and PFAs. Learn what the counties have implemented regarding representation and streamlining cases. With Kayden’s Law and the most recent revisions to the Custody Factors, custody trials can be presented in a succinct way. Without instructing attorneys or litigants how to present their case, conference participants will receive an in depth and helpful discussion about what is important to the judges presenting at the conference.
10:30 AM – 10:45 AM – BREAK
10:45 AM – 11:45 AM “WE ARE ALL HUMAN, LEARNING AND LITIGATING”
Speaker: Hon. Alita A. Rovito, Common Pleas Court of Chester County
Sometimes judges forget the difficulties clients may present for their attorneys and lawyers forget the difficult nature of the decisions judges need to make. It is important for everyone to remember we are all human, we all have a job to do and, hopefully, everyone is doing their best. This program is designed to foster a conversation about what lawyers and judges need to think about when in court, including some personal observations of what is done well and what needs improvement.
11:45 AM – 12:30 PM – LUNCH
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM “THE SELF-CARE OF PROFESSIONALS IN THE LEGAL COMMUNITY”
Speaker: Frank M. Dattilio, Ph.D., ABPP, Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
This program will be a generic lecture with regard to the self-care of all professionals in the legal community, including civil and criminal prosecutors/defense attorneys, jurists and even paralegals. Due to the fact that it is a generic presentation, it will pertain to all areas of law. The presentation will focus on some of the effects that the field can have on those who work in the legal community and suggestions for reducing stress and deleterious effects of the day-to-day demands of the field.
1:30 PM – 1:45 PM – BREAK
1:45 PM – 2:45 PM “BEYOND BARS: COLLATERAL CONSEQUENCES OF CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS”
Speaker: Syzane Arifaj, Esq.
A collateral consequence is a penalty or restriction that results from a criminal conviction despite not being part of the sentence. This program will present an overview of some of the most common collateral consequences and how they impact defendants, their families, and society.
2:45 PM – 3:45 PM “ACQUISITION & APPLICATION OF HIDDEN DIGITAL EVIDENCE”
Speaker: Timothy Primrose, Digital Forensic Analyst, DJS Associates, Inc.
In the digital age, crucial evidence often lies hidden within electronic devices, vehicle systems, and overlooked digital artifacts. This presentation introduces the tools and methods used to acquire, authenticate, analyze, and apply digital evidence for investigations, insurance claims, and litigation. Topics include cell phone downloads, critical crash data stored in vehicles, GPS/geolocation data, recovery of deleted files, and social media activities. Real-world case examples will illustrate how such evidence can be pivotal in proving or refuting allegations, emphasizing its impact on legal proceedings. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for preserving digital integrity and leveraging forensic findings effectively in court.
4:00 PM – Meet at the bar for an after-conference beverage and chance to meet and greet new and old friends.
