Registration

Event:
Wed, October 8, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM ET

Registration for this event is now closed. Please email NaKeisha Torres at ntorres@ribar.com for availability.

Details

Registration for this event is now closed. Please email NaKeisha Torres at ntorres@ribar.com to ask about waitlist availability.

Join us for an evening of connection, learning, and celebration at the New Member Reception!
For members practicing 10 years or less.

The evening begins with From the Bench: Navigating Practice & Perception, a candid conversation with members of the judiciary offering practical guidance for early-career success. Moderated by Hannah V. Colone, Esq. and Paige E. Macnie, Esq., Co-Chairs of the New Lawyers Committee, the panel will feature Hon. Melissa A. Long, Hon. Christopher Smith, Hon. Lia Stuhlsatz, and Georgi Vogel-Rosen, Esq., who will share insights on professionalism, building confidence, and making a strong first impression, along with navigating bias and advocating for yourself in any setting. The CLE is free for Bar members practicing five years or less and $35 for those practicing more than five years, with 0.5 DEI credit + 0.5 general credit provided.

After the CLE, stay for a casual reception featuring complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, free professional headshots, networking, and giveaways. This is your chance to connect with RI Bar Association officers, Committee Chairs, Leadership Academy alumni, and fellow members in a relaxed setting. Complimentary professional headshots will also be available on a first-come, first-served basis during the scheduled time — there are no individual appointment slots. Attendees may arrive for headshots anytime between 5:00-6:30 pm and should plan to wait in line. While waiting, you'll receive a card with a link to download your images once they become available.

Attendees may participate in the CLE, the reception, or both — when registering, please be sure to select each portion of the event you plan to attend so we can plan accordingly. Space for both the CLE and headshots is limited.