Quinnipiac University School of Law
370 Bassett Rd.
North Haven

8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

The Trial Skills Institute will provide participants with the opportunity to develop and hone their civil trial skills. Feedback will be provided by experienced trial attorneys, judges, and retired judges.

CBA Law Center and Virtual- CLE Pass Eligible
538 Preston Ave., 3rd Fl.
Meriden
United States
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

This program provides an in-depth look at the Connecticut Department of Correction through the work of the Office of the Correction Ombuds. Panelists will examine the statutory authority and investigative role of the Ombuds Office, current conditions of confinement—with a particular focus on access to medical care—and the systemic challenges facing correctional institutions, including staffing shortages and operational strain. The discussion will integrate legal standards, oversight findings, and lived experience to provide practical guidance for attorneys and families navigating the system, while also offering a candid assessment of what meaningful institutional reform requires. The program will address both prevailing concerns and common misconceptions about incarceration, grounding the discussion in constitutional obligations and real-world outcomes.

Webinar
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)

This virtual webinar, The Economic Impact of Civil Legal Aid, explores how access to legal representation in civil matters extends far beyond individual cases. Through a dynamic panel discussion, participants will examine how civil legal aid strengthens economic stability, supports families and communities, and generates measurable returns for states and local economies. Panelists will explore the wide-ranging impact of civil legal aid across areas such as housing, domestic violence, healthcare access, public benefits, and veterans’ services. The discussion will highlight how legal assistance not only helps individuals resolve critical legal issues, but also reduces strain on public systems, improves economic participation, and promotes more efficient and equitable outcomes. Drawing on data, policy analysis, and real-world examples, this webinar will demonstrate how civil legal aid functions as essential infrastructure, supporting stability, preventing costly crises, and contributing to long-term community well-being.

Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd.
Hartford

7:30 AM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities

The Connecticut Legal Conference (CLC) is the CBA’s preeminent event comprised of dozens of engaging CLE seminars covering a diverse range of topics in state and federal law. The day also includes an exhibitor showcase featuring a variety of companies and organizations and the CBA Annual Meeting and Luncheon, which features prestigious Connecticut-based and national speakers as well as the installation of the CBA executive committee officers for the approaching bar year.