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A Judicial Branch Podcast hosted by Mike Bowler. By listening to this podcast, attorneys can earn MCLE credits in Connecticut. Stay tuned for new Podcasts!

  1. 12/11/2025

    LCL

    Episode 104: LCL This month on Calendar Call, Matt Berardino talks with Attorney David Williams and Attorney Mike Kennedy about changes and updates to Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers. Matt, Dave, and Mike discuss the scope of LCL and additions from the past couple years. Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

    30 min

  2. 11/13/2025

    Health Privacy

    Episode 103: Health Privacy This month on Calendar Call, Matt Berardino talks with Attorney Dena Castricone of DMC Law and Attorney Wayne Unger, Professor at Quinnipiac School of Law, about Health Privacy with a focus on recent developments concerning HIPAA and reproductive health information. HIPAA Final Rule Major Questions Doctrine

    48 min

  3. 08/14/2025

    Sovereign Immunity & The CT Office of the Claims Commissioner

    Episode 102: Sovereign Immunity & The CT Office of the Claims Commissioner This month on Calendar Call, Paul Bourdoulous talks with Attorney Robert Shea, the CT Claims Commissioner, about sovereign immunity and the work of the CT Claims Commissioner's Office. Paul and Attorney Shea discuss what sovereign immunity is, types of claims, and the process. Additional topics include hearings, wrongful incarceration claims, and other nuanced claims. Chapter 53* Claims Against the State CGS Sec. 54-102uu CT Office of The Claims Commissioner Claims.commissioner@ct.gov

    1h 5m

  4. 05/15/2025

    Pro Bono

    Episode 101: Pro Bono This month on Calendar Call, Matt Berardino talks Pro Bono with Attorney Jenn Shukla, Director of Access to Justice Initiatives and Interim Director of DEI at the Connecticut Bar Association and Attorney Dan Brody, Co-Chair of the CBA’s Pro Bono Committee. Matt, Attorney Shukla, and Attorney Brody discuss a number of topics including why do pro bono, pro bono obligations, potential MCLE credits for pro bono, and critical areas of need for pro bono. Other topics include opportunities available through the CBA, training for practitioners, concerns and issues, as well as many resources available. Rule 6.1 of Professional Conduct CTbar.org/volunteer

    48 min

  5. 04/10/2025

    Office of the Victim Advocate

    Episode 100: Office of the Victim Advocate This month on Calendar Call, Paul Bourdoulous talks with Attorney Natasha Pierre, the State Victim Advocate, about the work of the Office of the Victim Advocate. Paul and Attorney Pierre discuss what the OVA is, the role of the OVA, and constitutional rights of victims. Additional topics include interactions between the OVA and the various parts of government, common pitfalls, and advice to those who interact with victims. CGS Sec. 1-1k Office of the Victim Advocate

    47 min

  6. 03/13/2025

    Escheatment of Funds from Attorney IOLTA Accounts

    Episode 99 – Escheatment of Funds from Attorney IOLTA Accounts This month on Calendar Call, Matt Berardino talks with Michelle Seagull, Assistant Treasurer for the State of Connecticut, and Elizabeth Rowe, First Assistant Bar Counsel for the Connecticut Judicial Branch, about the escheatment of funds from attorney IOLTA accounts. Matt, Michelle, and Elizabeth discuss the regulation of IOLTA accounts, common issues, and the process of escheatment. Additional topics include best practices, scenarios where escheatment would not be appropriate, and more. Sec. 3-56a CT Big List Email: CTHolderReport@ct.gov or Call: 860-702-3293

    37 min

  7. 02/13/2025

    Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

    Episode 98 – Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) This month on Calendar Call, Paul Bourdoulous talks with Sandra Lugo-Gines, Program Manager for the Superior Court Operations Division about the Americans with Disabilities Act with a specific focus on Title II and public services offered by the Connecticut Judicial Branch. Paul and Sandra discuss what the ADA is, the scope of disability, and the requirements of the Judicial Branch to comply with Title II. Additional topics include common services provided, requests for accommodation, service animals, and more. Title II ADA.gov Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 Centralized ADA Office Email: ADAprogram@jud.ct.gov or Call: 860-706-5310

    36 min

  8. 01/09/2025

    Basics of G.A. Practice

    Episode 97 – Basics of G.A. Practice This month on Calendar Call, Matthew Berardino talks with Attorney Robert Dwyer about the basics of practice in Connecticut’s Geographical Area Courts. Matt and Attorney Dwyer discuss numerous topics including an overview of the process involving clients in criminal court, arraignments, protective orders, and plea bargains. Additional topics include diversionary programs, trials, jury selection, and more.

    46 min
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A Judicial Branch Podcast hosted by Mike Bowler. By listening to this podcast, attorneys can earn MCLE credits in Connecticut. Stay tuned for new Podcasts!

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  • Creator
    CT Judicial Branch
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    52
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Connecticut Judicial Branch
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    Calendar Call

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