8:55 Welcome and Introductions
9:00 If Ignorance Is Bliss, Why Did We Ask the State Bar That Ethics Question?*
Jason A. McGrath, McGrath and Spielberger PLLC Attorneys at Law, Charlotte
Jason McGrath presents actual ethics questions and real-world ethics dilemmas as presented to the State Bar, as well as the State Bar's responses. (This is not a repetition or summary of Formal Ethics Opinions.) The issues cover a wide range of topics, and many apply to all attorneys, regardless of practice area or career stage.
10:00 Break
10:10 Bankruptcy Law Update
William E. "Billy" Brewer Jr., Janvier Law Firm PLLC, Raleigh
William P. "Bill" Janvier, Janvier Law Firm PLLC, Raleigh
The only thing constant about the practice of bankruptcy is the constant change. Billy Brewer and Bill Janvier review a day's worth of recent Chapter 7, 11, 12 and 13 cases in just under an hour. If time permits, and just for fun, they may also talk about a Chapter 15 case.
11:10 Break
11:20 Privacy and Data Security Law Update‡
Matthew A. Cordell, VF Corporation, Greensboro
Elizabeth H. Johnson, Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP, Raleigh
Most organizations will soon need to change the ways they collect, use, safeguard and share personal information. This session highlights the most impactful developments in privacy and data security law for 2020. Topics include new and emerging U.S. laws (CCPA, CPRA, VCDPA, CPA, etc.), international laws, regulatory and enforcement trends, and industry developments, among other updates.
12:20 Lunch Break
1:05 Real Property Case Law Update
Christopher L. Burti, Statewide Title Inc., Farmville
Review the most recent and impactful case law decisions involving real property.
2:05 Break
2:15 Labor and Employment Law Update
Robin E. Shea, Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete LLP, Winston-Salem
Receive a general overview of basic employment law issues — including at‐will employment, wrongful discharge, noncompetes and related tort claims — with 2020‐21 updates.
3:15 Break
3:25 Estate Planning Law Update
Sandra M. "Sandy" Clark, Manning Fulton & Skinner PA, Raleigh
Examine recent cases and changes to law impacting estate planning and the administration of a decedent's estate.
4:25 Adjourn for the day
* Indicates portion providing Ethics/Professional Responsibility credit
‡ Indicates portion providing Technology Training credit