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About the Program
This annual CLE program will provide an overview of significant new laws passed recently by the Connecticut General Assembly and signed into law by the Governor, many of which take effect October 1, 2026, and Practice Book amendments and Superior Court Rules recently adopted by the judges of the Superior Court. It is ideal for solo, small firm and general practitioners.
Panelists:
Hon. Lisa K. Morgan, Presiding Judge, Civil Division, Hartford J.D.
Rep. Matthew D. Ritter (1st Dist.-Hartford), Speaker of the House; Partner, Shipman & Goodwin LLP
Rep. Vincent J. Candelora (86th Dist.-North Branford), House Republican Leader; Attorney; Owner and manager, Connecticut Sportsplex
William F. O'Shea, Chief Legislative Attorney, Legislative Commissioners' Office, Hartford
Sarah P. Karwan, General Counsel, Office of Governor Ned Lamont, Hartford
Moderator:
Matthew Hallisey, Matthew Hallisey Government Affairs, LLC, Glastonbury; Member, Hartford County Bar Association
A panel consisting of a Superior Court judge, two lawyer-legislator leaders, a legislative staff attorney, and general counsel to the Governor will discuss:
- Significant new laws affecting various practice areas such as civil and criminal law and procedure, court operations, consumer privacy and data protection, housing, education, artificial intelligence, and labor and employment, including use of AI in workplace decisions and warehouse quota restrictions.
- Fiscal impact of the economy and federal policy changes on the state budget, revenue, taxes, and spending for state agencies and programs; judicial nominations and the judicial selection process; Superior Court staffing, operations and services for attorneys and clients.
- New Practice Book amendments and Superior Court Rules adopted in June 2026, most of which take effect January 1, 2027. Status of court operations, jury trials and remote hearings in civil, family and criminal matters.
- What to expect from the General Assembly, the Governor and state government in 2027 for public policy and legislation, the state budget, and regulations concerning civil law, practice and procedure.
This program will provide all attorneys with practical information to remain current and informed about significant new laws, policies and recent changes to the rules of practice.
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