Product Description

This program unites specialists from an array of backgrounds to discuss how they negotiate, develop, and draft settlement agreements and releases in their diverse practice areas. The program identifies and discusses strategies for effective negotiations, including creative settlement options; essential provisions to include in any draft settlement or release; recent case law and statutory changes; and other critical topics.

Agenda & Materials

• 2:00pm - 2:05pm

  Welcome and Introduction

  Vincent N. DePalo, Esq., Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP , Boston
  
• 2:05pm - 2:45pm

  Separation Agreements in Family Law

  Elizabeth S. March, Esq., Wilson, Marino & Bonnevie, PC , Newton
  
• 2:45pm - 3:20pm

  Settlement Agreements in Commercial Litigation

  Rachel J. Eisenhaure, Esq., Kenney & Sams, PC , Southborough
  
• 3:20pm - 3:30pm

  Break
• 3:30pm - 4:10pm

  Settlement Agreements in Personal Injury Cases (Plaintiff's Perspective)

  Vincent N. DePalo, Esq., Smith Duggan Cornell & Gollub LLP , Boston
  
• 4:10pm - 4:50pm

  Settlement Agreements in Personal Injury Cases (Defendant's Perspective)

  Timothy J. Keough, Esq., White and Williams LLP , Boston
  
• 4:50pm - 5:00pm

  "Ask the Experts" Q&A Session and Key Takeaways

  Panel
  

Please Note

MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.

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