Kathleen Donelli, who is a Collaborative lawyer and heads up our Matrimonial & Family Law group, was part of a panel discussion on February 5, 2012 entitled "Ethics and Professionalism Update 2012" in White Plains, New York at Pace University School of Law. The panel reviewed the Rules of Professional Conduct. After an overview and update, the panel used a hypothetical to examine issues including advertising, solicitation, client relations, conflicts of interest, dealing with represented and unrepresented parties, specialization, competence, prosecutorial abuse and civility.
Kathleen Donelli, who chairs our Matrimonial & Family Law group, was the moderator of a program on January 10, 2012 sponsored by the Matrimonial Committee of the Westchester Women's Bar Association, entitled, "Impact of the Current Economy on Matrimonial Cases: House Sales, Foreclosures and Bankruptcies."
Kathleen Donelli lectured on "Avoiding Ethical Dilemmas in Day-to-Day Practice" at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York on November 30, 2011 for the Committee on Attorney Professionalism of the New York State Bar Association.
Hon. Sondra M. Miller and Kathleen Donelli, members of our Matrimonial & Family Law and Collaborative Law groups, were invited and met with the New York State Law Revision Commission (“LRC”) at a Roundtable Meeting on Maintenance Awards in Divorce Proceedings on October 25, 2011 at Albany Law School in Albany, New York. Both Judge Miller and Kathleen had the opportunity to discuss the legislation that the New York State Legislature has directed the LRC to propose by December 31, 2011 on maintenance awards.
Two of our partners have been selected Super Lawyers in the New York Metropolitan area. Kathleen Donelli has again been selected in the fields of Family Law/Collaborative Law/Appellate. Joe Brophy has again been selected in the fields of Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice, and, this year, in the field of General, Estate & Trust Litigation. Joe has also been selected as one of Westchester's top 25 lawyers. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have been recognized by their colleagues as having the highest degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.
Gail M. Boggio, Kathleen Donelli and Dolores Gebhardt were elected and then sworn in as directors of the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York.
Dolores Gebhardt and Kathleen Donelli lectured on May 21, 2011 in Manchester, Vermont for the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York on the "New Matrimonial Laws: No Fault Divorce, Temporary and Post Divorce Maintenance Guidelines, Counsel & Expert Fees, Modification of Child Support And Orders of Protection." See Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli spoke on March 23, 2011 in White Plains, New York to New York State Supreme Court Justices on the "New Matrimonial Legislation" at the New York State Judicial Institute at Pace. Click at Outline to see seminar materials.
Kathleen Donelli was part of a panel discussion on "Ethics and Professionalism Update 2011" in White Plains, New York on February 5, 2011 at Pace University School of Law. The panel reviewed the Rules of Professional Conduct. After an overview and update, the panel used a hypothetical to examine issues including advertising, solicitation, client relations, conflicts of interest, dealing with represented and unrepresented parties, specialization, competence, prosecutorial abuse and civility.
This year for the first time, two of our partners have been selected Super Lawyers in the New York Metropolitan area. Kathleen Donelli has been selected in the fields of Family Law/Collaborative Law/Appellate. Joe Brophy has been selected for the fourth straight year in the field of Personal Injury/Medical Malpractice. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have been recognized by their colleagues as having the highest degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Super Lawyers has a rigorous selection process; only five percent of all lawyers in each state are eligible for consideration, and far fewer are selected.
Kathleen Donelli, Dolores Gebhardt and Hon. Sonda M. Miller were part of a panel discussion on October 14, 2010 in White Plains, New York on "New Divorce Legislation: No Fault Divorce, Maintenance Guidelines, Counsel & Expert Fees, Modification of Child Support and Orders of Protection” for the Westchester Women's Bar Association. Click at Seminar Outline for materials.
Kathleen Donelli was selected as the "Leading Matrimonial Attorney" and received the "Above the Bar" award on April 29, 2010 in White Plains, New York.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on April 12, 2010 on "Matrimonial Law" in White Plains, New York for the New Directions Program at Pace University School of Law.
Kathleen Donelli was interviewed on March 31, 2010 by the web-based organization, Suite 101.Com, about Collaborative Law issues. Kathleen, a founding member of the Association of Collaborative Lawyers of Rockland/Westchester, explained in the the interview that the goal of Collaborative Law is to satisfy the interests of both spouses in the divorce process and "work together to focus on interests as opposed to positions." Kathleen explained further that, through the collaborative process, attorneys and their clients agree to reveal all information while dealing with each other "with respect, integrity and courtesy." Click at Article for the full Article.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on March 25, 2010 in White Plains, New York to New York State Supreme Court Justices for the Office of Court Administration on a "Roadmap to Matrimonial Litigation" at the New York State Judicial Institute at Pace.
Kathleen Donelli participated in a webinar in Manhattan on "Collaborative Law" on March 16, 2010 for the Office of Court Administration.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on "Ethics and Professionalism Update 2010" in White Plains, New York on February 6, 2010 at Pace University School of Law.
Kathleen Donelli presented a "Matrimonial Law Update" on January 12, 2010 and January 15, 2010 in White Plains, New York at the New York State Judicial Institute at Pace.
Kathleen Donelli has been appointed by the Presiding Justice of the Appellate Division, Second Department, the Hon. A. Gail Prudente, to serve on the Grievance Committee for the Ninth Judicial District.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on Ethics & Professionalism at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York on December 5, 2008 for the Committee on Attorney Professionalism of the New York State Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on January 3, 2008 in New York, New York on "Protecting Assets Before a Divorce” for the Planned Giving and Endowments Department of UJA Federation of NY. For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli has been appointed by Mayor Delfino to serve as a member of the City of White Plains Judicial Review Committee.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on "How to Handle a Custody Case" on April 17, 2007 at the Holiday Inn in Mount Kisco, New York for the Family Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.
In the aftermath of the recent bribery conviction of former state Supreme Court Justice Gerald P. Garson, there has been substantial media coverage of the manner in which matrimonial and family law cases are litigated in the court system, including the role of law guardians, who act as attorneys for the children. Kathleen Donelli was interviewed by The Institute for Judicial Studies for Judicial Reports (http://www.judicialreports.com) on this issue. “I’ve found them to be very instrumental for settling cases in matrimonial court,” said Kathleen. She also said that, “[s]ince the Miller Commission there has been an emphasis on the law guardian’s duty to interview the child and communicate the child’s situation to the court." Click at Report (PDF) to see the recommendations of the Matrimonial Commission, which was led by Judge Miller, who serves as the firm's Chief Counsel.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 3, 2007 in White Plains, New York at Pace University School of Law on "Ethics and Professionalism".
Kathleen Donelli has joined the Board of Directors of Legal Services of the Hudson Valley.
Kathleen Donelli was elected Vice Chair of the Board of Visitors of Pace University School of Law.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on Ethics & Professionalism at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York on November 17, 2006 for the Committee on Attorney Professionalism of the New York State Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on October 21, 2006 on "Collaborative Law" at the Annual Law Guardian Training Program in White Plains, New York at Pace University School of Law. For lecture materials and/or Power Point presentation, click on Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on October 3, 2006 on "Equitable Distribution in Matrimonial Actions" at the law firm of Boies Schiller & Flexner LLP in Armonk, New York at a program sponsored by the Northern Westchester Shelter and Westchester Women's Bar Association. For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on September 27, 2006 on "Women & the Art of Negotiation: Practice Points for Success" at Pace University School of Law in White Plains, New York, sponsored by Westchester Women's Bar Association and Pace.
Howell Bramson and Kathleen Donelli lectured on "Tax Issues Related to Divorce" on May 9, 2006 at The Bank of New York in White Plains. For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on Ethical Issues in Matrimonial Cases at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York on April 28, 2006 for the Family Law Section of the New York State Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on March 6, 2006 at St. John’s University School of Law on "Introduction and Overview to Collaborative Law".
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 8, 2006 at Pace University School of Law on "Initial Contact with Matrimonial Clients". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 4, 2006 at Pace University School of Law on "Ethics and Professionalism". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on Professional Ethics at the Marriott Hotel in Tarrytown, New York on December 9, 2005 for the Committee on Attorney Professionalism of the New York State Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli was an honoree at Pace University School of Law's Alumni Leadership Awards Dinner on November 3, 2005. Click at photograph for a photo from the event.
Kathleen Donelli was elected to the Board of Directors of the Women's Bar Association of the State of New York.
The Firm co-sponsored the Fourth Annual "Take our Children to Work Day" on April 28, 2005, a program hosted in White Plains, New York by the United States District Court, Southern District of New York. One of our partners, Kathleen Donelli, President of the Westchester Women's Bar Association, spoke to approximately 60 children attending the program about the importance of our jury system.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 5, 2005 at Pace University School of Law on "Ethics and Professionalism". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
As part of the 75th Anniversary celebration of the YWCA of White Plains and Central Westchester, Kathleen Donelli was selected and honored as one of Westchester County's outstanding women. The YWCA gives this honor to women who, by their achievements, commitment and leadership, have inspired others while making the community a better place to live and whose actions exemplify the YWCA's mission: to empower women and eliminate racism. To celebrate the YWCA's 75th Anniversary and the award recipients' leadership, a gala was held on November 13, 2004 at the Surf Club in New Rochelle. Gloria Steinem was the guest speaker. The Westchester District Attorney, Jeanine Pirro, was the honorary Chairperson. As a special honorary, Kathleen was inducted into the YWCA Academy.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on July 27, 2004 in White Plains, New York for Pace University School of Law's Women’s Justice Center on “Divorce Law in New York State". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
The Firm co-sponsored "Take our Children to Work Day" on April 22, 2004, a program hosted in White Plains, New York by the United States District Court, Southern District of New York. One of the Firm's partners, Kathleen Donelli, spoke at the event in her capacity as President of the Westchester Women's Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli co-chaired a luncheon of the Girl Scouts of Westchester*Putnam on March 10, 2004, held at Abigail Kirsch-Tappan Hill in Tarrytown, New York, celebrating that organization's 25th anniversary.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on March 9, 2004 and March 18, 2004 in Elmsford, New York on “Equitable Distribution" as part of a program offered by the Westchester Women's Bar Association, in partnership with the Northern Westchester Shelter and Victims Assistance Services. For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline1 and Seminar Outline2.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 7, 2004 at Pace University School of Law on "Ethics and Professionalism". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli, as President of the Westchester Women's Bar Association, was a speaker on January 22, 2004 at the Richard J. Daronco County Courthouse in White Plains, New York at the induction ceremony of newly elected judges.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on June 12, 2003 in White Plains, New York for Pace University School of Law's Women’s Justice Center on “Pendente Lite Motions: Temporary Support and Relief Pending a Divorce Judgment." For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli was elected President of the Westchester Women's Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli was elected to the Board of Directors of The Westchester County Association, Inc.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on February 1, 2003 at Pace University School of Law's on "Ethics and Professionalism". For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on November 19, 2002 in White Plains, New York for the White Plains Bar Association on “Letters of Engagement.” For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on November 13, 2002 in White Plains, New York for the Westchester Women's Bar Association on "Letters of Engagement and Fee Dispute Arbitration." For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on June 5, 2002 in White Plains, New York for Lorman Education Services on “Children’s Records Law in New York: Access to Mental Health Records.” For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on May 28, 2002 in White Plains, New York for Pace University School of Law's Justice Center on “Child Support and Maintenance." For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on April 24, 2002 in White Plains, New York for the Westchester Women's Bar Association on "Taking and Defending Depositions." For lecture materials, click on Seminar Outline.
Kathleen Donelli lectured in White Plains, New York on February 2, 2002 as part of a panel discussion on "Ethics and Professionalism" for Pace University School of Law's Continuing Legal Education program.
Kathleen Donelli was elected a fellow of The American Bar Foundation.
Kathleen Donelli is a member of the Board of Visitors of Pace University School of Law.
Kathleen Donelli lectured on June 19, 2001 for Lorman Education on Access to Children’s Medical Records.
Kathleen Donelli was elected Vice-President of the Westchester Women's Bar Association.
Kathleen Donelli, who won a landmark New York State Court of Appeals custody decision in Tropea v. Tropea, 87 N.Y.2d 727, 665 N.E.2d 145, 642 N.Y.S.2d 575 (1996) and frequently lectures on child relocation issues, was interviewed by the New York Times (3/28/1996) on child relocation cases. In the interview, Kathleen, who represented the mother in Tropea, said that Tropea should not be read as endorsing the traditional view of custody disputes that a mother should always triumph. She then had this to say:
"'More and more fathers are gaining custody of their children,' Ms. Donelli said, pointing to a 1993 Court of Appeals decision that blocked a father with custody from moving to New Jersey with his new wife to ease their commute to their jobs. 'Now there is less of a burden for a custodial parent to gain permission to relocate,' she added."
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