About Our Section

The Federal Practice Section aims to disseminate information to Connecticut federal court practitioners to enhance their skills and awareness of legal or procedural developments affecting federal practice and to provide a forum for consultation and dialogue between the federal Bar and Bench on issues of rules and practice, personnel needs, and facilities. The section also reviews and responds to pending legislation affecting federal court practice.


Section Executive Committee

Co-Chair

Kara E. Moreau, Esq.
Jacobs & Dow LLC
350 Orange St.
New Haven, CT 06511
kmoreau@jacobslaw.com

Co-Chair
Erick M. Sandler
Day Pitney LLP
Goodwin Square
225 Asylum Street
Hartford, CT 06103
emsandler@daypitney.com

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Upcoming Events

  • Oct 29
    District of Connecticut Bench-Bar Conference (SFP261029)
    Saint Clements Castle and Marina
    1931 Portland-Cobalt Road
    Portland
    United States
    8:15 AM to 3:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
  • Nov 12
    Federal Practice Section: Richard Law Award (SFP261112)
    New Haven Lawn Club
    193 Whitney Ave
    New Haven, Connecticut
    United States
    6:00 PM to 8:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

    The Richard Law Award, named for the first district judge appointed in the District of Connecticut, is bestowed upon a person who has rendered exemplary service to the District of Connecticut. Attorneys, government officials, former judges, and other community leaders may be recipients of the award. The award was inaugurated in 2018. The recipient is chosen by the judges of this Court, one of the first District Courts established by the Judiciary Act of 1789. This award is presented by the Court in honor of the Bench and Bar.

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