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Features
Call for Nominations: CBA Annual Awards
It's that time of year again! The awards committee is seeking nominations for the CBA's annual awards. Learn more about the criteria and how to submit your nominations.
Standards of Title Committee Approves Two New Standards
By Denis R. Caron
The Special Committee on Standards of Title has approved two new proposed standards. Read the standards and find out about the approval process.
Connecticut and Federal Business Opportunity Laws
By Martin A. Clayman
The Connecticut Business Opportunity Investment Act was initially adopted in 1979. This article discusses the current version of the act and rule, and how they can become a trap for the unwary because of their broad scope and the onerous penalties for non-compliance.
Relief Granted! Happier, Better Lawyering May Be As Simple As Breathing
By Judi Cohen
This article debunks the myths about mindfulness and how it can help lawyers in their practice as well as their daily lives.
Columns
President’s Message | The First 60 Days
By Monte E. Frank
A Message from the Executive Director | For Best-in-Class, Member-Driven CLE, There's Only One Choice: The Connecticut Bar Association
By Douglas S. Brown
Time to Go Pro Bono | More Than Good Intentions: Asylum Seekers' Need for High Quality Pro Bono Services
By Nicole Netkin-Collins
Building Your Practice | 7 Ways to Do Less to Succeed More
By Walt Hampton
Supreme Deliberations | You Should, I must, We Shall
By Charles D. Ray and Matthew A. Weiner
Young Lawyers | The Young Lawyer Voice during the 2016-2017 Bar Year
By Dana M. Hrelic
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Professional Discipline Digest
Vol. 25, No. 3
CBA News and Events
• CBA News & Events • Association News • Peers & Cheers • Members Making A Difference • Thank You to Participants of the Law Advisory and Civics Education Program
Informal Opinion 2016-03
Court Decisions |Highlights from Recent Superior Court Decisions