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January, 2015

Region 1 of the Association of Legal Administrators includes Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire,New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, the Canadian Provinces of Newfoundland, New Brunswick,Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island and Quebec and the Cyber Chapter.

WE ARE EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE

UPCOMING CHANGES IN OUR TEAM!

Pat Isaacson will join the Region

1 Team as a Regional Representative,for a two year term, beginning inMay 2015. Pat is currently Immedi-ate Past President and a member ofthe New York City Chapter, and hasserved as President, Chair of SmallFirm Section, and Co-chair of the

Education and Business Partner Committees. She hasserved on the Regional Nominating Committee and is alsoa member of the New Jersey and Philadelphia Chapters.Welcome to the team Pat!

Laura Broomell, CLM is cur-

rently serving as At-Large Directoron the Board of Directors, and isLiaison to the Region 1 Team, hasbeen named President-Elect of theAssociation. The Region 1 Team isproud to have had Laura on ourteam this year and we look forwardto working with her as President-Elect!

Mark Bridgeman, CLM will

join the Region 1 Team as At-LargeDirector beginn ing in May2015. Mark is currently serving onthe Board of Directors as an At-Large Director. He was the 2014Annual Conference Chair in Toron-

to. He has been the liaison for the Regions 2 and 6 Teamssince his election to the Board this year.

2014 OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEER

AWARD

Congratulations to Susan

Gay, member of the Nutmegand Boston Chapters! Susanreceived the Region 1 Out-standing Volunteer Awardduring the Nutmeg Chapter’sHoliday event. She was pre-sented with the award and ascholarship to the 2015 AnnualConference by Region 1 Direc-tor Karen Glowacki. The awardis presented to a member who,

among other attributes, demonstrates a commitment toprofessionalism, dedication to the advancement of lawfirm administration, and a record of long-term service tothe Association of Legal Administrators. Susan is PastPresident of the Nutmeg Chapter, currently serves as theEducation Chair for the chapter, and is a member of theChapter’s Community Connection endeavors. She hasalso served as the Newsletter Editor, and as a member ofthe Business Partner Relations Committee, MembershipCommittee and Website Committee. Susan has alsoserved on the Regional team as a Regional Officer and onthe Association’s Nominating Committee (ANC). Weare proud to congratulate this truly Outstanding Volun-teer of Region 1!

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Pittsburgh Chapter’s Thanksgiving Food Drive - November 2014

The Pittsburgh Chapter partnered with the Community Food Bank to provide 360

Thanksgiving dinner boxes this Fall. Each box was hand decorated and filled with all the fix-ings for a wonderful dinner including potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables, gravy, cranberrysauce, stuffing, dessert and a gift card to purchase turkey. With the help of Business Part-ners, all of the boxes were picked up and transported on November 3rd. Jan Isler donned aturkey costume, generating interest from passers-by, many of whom were inspired to makea monetary donation, including $5990 in gift cards and $859 in cash. What a fun and suc-cessful event! Submitted by Anne Parys, Pittsburg Chapter President

Rochester Chapter Community Challenge – November 2014

The Rochester Chapter gave very generously during their Community Challenge. Members of the board

put together 75 personal care bags that contained shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes,shaving cream and razors for Richard’s House, an organization that assists homeless veterans. Additionally,we were able to donate a few months’ supply of many of these products to the center. Lacy Katzen orga-nized the collection of professional clothing and winter coats, which were also donated. They were able tomake one veteran, who works in the kitchen, very happy by providing him with a coat that fit him in a stylehe was looking for! Submitted by Christine Schmitz, Rochester Chapter President

Long Island Chapter - November 2014 Speed Networking Event

The Long Island Chapter Speed Networking event was held at the beautiful Rare650 in

Syosset, and was a rousing success. With over 60 members and Business Partners in at-tendance, everyone involved had a great time and made important connections. This yearthe raffle raised $850.00 to benefit the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. TheChapter thanks its Business Partners for contributing a fantastic selection of gifts and allof its members who attended to help make the chapter and our association successful.Submitted by Barbara Tomitz, Long Island Chapter President

New Jersey Chapter Holiday Party – December 2014

On December 9th the NJALA held their annual Holiday Party. Toys and gift cards were col-

lected for the Rachel Coalition which provides services and support programs to victims ofdomestic violence. Photo of Reuben Rotman (Executive Director - JFS of Metro West), JimVan Leir (Community Challenge Co-Chair), Audrey Serban (President), Mitchell Rait(Community Challenge Co-Chair). Submitted by Audrey Serban, New Jersey Chapter President

Around the Region


TO SUBMIT CHAPTER EVENTS TO THIS SECTION, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE, OR EMAIL

DANA MOODY AT [email protected]

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Independence Chapter Holiday Dinner – December 2014

This photo was taken of members of the Independence Chapter at their De-

cember Holiday Dinner Event. 35 members were in attendance which was agreat turnout given many had a great distance to travel. Submitted by Anne Pais-ley, Independence Chapter President, and Cristin Bucciaglia

Boston Chapter 40th Anniversary Dinner – December 2014

Founded in 1974, only three years after ALA itself, the Boston Chapter

marked its 40th Anniversary in 2014! To celebrate this milestone theChapter hosted a special Member/Business Partner cocktail & dinner partyon the terrace of the New England Aquarium. As guests connected withold friends and met new, they were entertained by a jazz trio, strollsthrough the aquarium, and a fun game of matching 1974 photos with cur-rent Chapter Members and Business Partners. The Boston Chapter hasnever been stronger and we look forward to the next forty years! Submit-ted by Eric Cordes, Boston Chapter President

Downeast Chapter Annual Retreat – September 2014

On September 19, 2014, the Downeast Chapter held its annual education-

al retreat at the Portland Yacht Club in Falmouth, Maine. It was a day filledwith learning, sharing, and fun, complete with sunny skies and a stunningview of coastal Maine. The Board held a session on benefits and the impactof the Affordable Care Act, followed by an ALA regional update and “CashCab” session led by Kevin Costello, Region 1 Representative, and ChrisO’Sullivan from the Boston Chapter. Submitted by Lisa LaMarche

Quebec Chapter Community Challenge – November 2014

The Quebec Chapter’s Community Challenge event raised $27,103 for the

Fondation Autisme Quebec. Montreal law firms hold different activitiesthroughout the year to raise money for this event. ALA Members and Que-bec business partners were invited for a dinner and a silent auction where aninitial amount of $25,000 was presented to the Fondation Autisme Que-bec. Michel Poulin and Solange Goulet were responsible for the success ofthe event this year! Submitted by Manon Désy, Quebec Chapter President

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Karen Glowacki Laura J. Broomell, CLMRegion 1 Director At-Large DirectorSherin and Lodgen, LLP Greene Espel [email protected] [email protected]

Focus Chapters:Boston

Barbara Fisher Kevin CostelloDirector of Administration Executive DirectorMerovitz Potechin, LLP Posternak Blankstein & Lund, [email protected] [email protected] Chapters: Focus Chapters:Independence, New Jersey, Downeast, Granite State,Philadelphia, Quebec New York City, Nutmeg, Cyber

Dana L. Moody Clara OnderdonkOffice Administrator Office ManagerLocke Lord LLP Enstrom & Dreste, [email protected] [email protected] Chapters: Focus Chapters:Central PA, First State, Albany, Buffalo,Long Island, Rochester Ottawa, Pittsburgh,

Westchester Co.

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Philadelphia Chapter Holiday Luncheon December - 2014

On December 5, 2014 we enjoyed a wonderful lunch with our Business Partners

and at Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse. In the spirit of giving and community well-being, all contributed a donation such as toys, clothing, and gift cards for The SupportCenter of Child Advocates. Our President Gil Marquez and the employees from theCenter pose with all the donations. It was a wonderful way to start off the holidayseason. Submitted by Joanne Miraglia

Region 1 Leadership

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Region 1 Map

Chapter Name State Charter Date Website

Albany New York 05/17/1987 www.albanyala.org

Boston Massachusetts 07/10/1974 www.alaboston.org

Buffalo New York 05/04/1989 www.alabuffalo.org

Central Pennsylvania Pennsylvania 10/17/1983 www.alacentralpa.org

Cyber 06/20/1994 www.cyberala.org

Downeast Maine 09/21/1979

First State Delaware 01/20/1979 www.firststateala.org

Granite State New Hampshire 01/16/1978

Independence Pennsylvania 02/09/1992 www.ala-independence.org

Long Island New York 11/05/1989 www.alalongisland.org

New Jersey New Jersey 06/01/1972 www.njala.net

New York City New York 01/25/1977 www.alanyc.org

Nutmeg Connecticut 08/14/1980 www.alanutmeg.org

Ottawa Ontario 10/19/1985 www.alaottawa.ca

Philadelphia Pennsylvania 10/24/1975 www.phila-ala.org

Pittsburgh Pennsylvania 09/21/1976 www.plaa.com

Quebec Quebec 01/20/1979 www.alaquebec.org

Rochester New York 01/15/1975 www.rocala.org

Westchester County New York 10/30/1988

The Boston Chapter celebrated its 40th Anniversary , the Downeastand First State Chapters both celebrated their 35th Anniversary, and

the Cyber Chapter celebrated its 20th Anniversary all in 2014!


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ALBANY

Kyle M. Fish

BOSTON

Danielle V. Carr, CGA

Beth Devlin

Christopher B. Holmes

Judith R. Murray

Jay Campbell

Cheryl L. Bateman, SPHR

Amanda S. Merk

Robert J. Brink

Annette K. Oliveira

Karen K. Scheib

Yudi D. Nguy

Margaret M. Heylin

Michelle Neumayer

Carol A. Smith

Cheryl A. Costello

Katherine K. Hodges

Kerry Murphy

Gregory T. Girardin

BUFFALO

Holly Weiskerger

Emily Roehl

CENTRAL PA

Patricia Michelle Fishel

Rose Lowther

Heather Cameron

Jody K. Berman

DOWNEAST

Ryan M. Thebarge

Mariar Balow

James W. Gorman

Audrey J. Fillion

Alison J. Jacobs

Julius Ciembroniewicz

Lee A. Cullivan

Leisa K. DuPuy

F IRST STATE

Douglas D. King

Pamela J. Groff

Marie L. Petrucci

Bob Siek

Richard B. Loringer

Heidi Sasso

GRANITE STATE

Candy A. Davis

INDEPENDENCE

M. Ashlyn Kosma, PHR

Vickie M. Klein

Donald Joseph Rubendall

Trudy C. Callison

Lynne Zebley

Kelly Stewart

Brendan Devlin

Andrea Kochan Neagle

Alissa O. Hill

Laura B. Kogut

Suzie A. Marker

LONG ISLAND

Meera S. Amin

Rita M. Reidel

Renee Murphy

Fran Martino

NEW JERSEY

John L. Hagy

Mariann Stamm

Melissa Schmieder

Mimi Grossman

Catherine Aveta

Kristina E. Bakalian

Cary M. Lenkeit

Susan D. Wolowitz

Shari D. Nisenson

Janet T. Petrillo

Bonnie Janos

Linda Carol DiLorenzo

NEW YORK C ITY

Roman Kheyfets

Lesya Osipova

Jerry DeSantis

Joel A. Wirchin

Maria I. Rivera

Ria S. Curtis

Kristin L. Wrona

Angela Durso

Christine Riley

Anthony DellaPorte

Michelle D. Doran

Vera Lusha

Sabrina Solovey

Margaret S. Hughes

Olga Fedorova

Megan L. Smith

Barbara J. Dent

Michael J. Delehanty

Wayne Jacovino

Victoria A. Wilson

Anna Russo, PHR

NUTMEG

Laurelynn S. DeLuca

Dianna Weeks

Gregory Agostinho Hintz

OTTAWA

Tina Aiello-Hash

Jeff Fluit

Robin Rodenhouse

Jo-Anne D. Ring

PHILADELPHIA

Theresa A. Hornung

Joseph V. Lynam

Kimberly A. Kovac

Erin K. Bushnell, PHR, SPHR

Elizabeth Charles

Kristen A. Abel, PHR

P ITTSBURGH

Wendy S. Feldstein, PHR

Paul S. Matvey

Lisa M. Kwasniewski

Deena M. Kelly

Mallory L. Friday

Patti Monahan

Deborah A. Lindberg

Tina Z. Mazza

QUEBEC

Pascahl PS Scott

Robert Dandurand

Marie-Josee Hebert

Jean-Francois Levesque

ROCHESTER

Paula A. Nash

Jeffrey B. Koehne

Karen Kinter

William MF Davis

INDEPENDENT MEMBER

Rhodia D. Thomas

Lynn A. Sullivan, CA

Heather A. Moreau

Nancy Lau

Talin Artinian

Sharon L. Bruckart

Diane R. Scott

Leandra M. Delgado

Melissa R. Margulies

Marie D. Cahill-McElroy,PHR

Loretta Hoi, CGA

Judith J. Compagno

Richard V. Donohue

Laurie Fouts

Jacqueline D. Copp

Alan A. O'Malley

Laura Stransky

Rovin A. Persuad

William T. Matschke

Carolyn Stanbrook

Tim R. Parker

Karen L. Fiorello

Matthew J. Curry

David A. Crenshaw

Constance Dockham

Nicole Hicks

Caroline McKenzie

Josephine James

Benjamin Leyland

Laurie Goetz Aaron

Jennifer DeCourcy

Jacqueline Rosso

Oliver J. Wilkinson

Lawrence E. Perry

William J. Morino

Edward N. Mogel

James Burns

Michael H. Schulte

Norma M. Taylor

Tamara Milojkovic

Dana L. Poland

Aileen Hunter, CPA, CA

Brigid Quinn

Patricia Southern

Agnes Kawka, CHRP

Laurie A. Gray

Jennifer Cullert

Laura Kelly

Nicola E. Carrara

Francois Sauvageau

Gloria Young

Kathleen A. James

Raquel Santiago

Ada Gomez, PHR

Janice M. Chaffay

Melinda Hopkins

Tina Bussone

Carolyn Jean Babula

Pamela Harrison Musulin

Andreas Rothe

Joann DiMari

Caretta Whitten

Felicia Hickey

Lisa Bolton, PHR

Timothy Murphy

Victoria L. Snook

Karen Holman DeMeo

William D. McCall

Lisa Roy

Rachele L. Moran

John Agius

Rebecca Graf

Nancy Gill

Jacqueline Anderson

Steven D. Spiess

Craig F. Ehredt

Marie Renee Boisclair

Donna Ramos

Stephen J. Horvath

Judy M. Williams

Domenick Charles DiCic-co

Leslie A. Murphy, CGA

Judy B. Truglia

Annette Tranchitella

Karen Roberts

Dorothy A. Young, PHR

David A. Lewis

Jared Gustafson

Lili Pang

Christine Persinger

Kathleen M. McIntyre

Michael Rabinowitch

Clare Alt

Jill A. Corcoran

Kellyanne Pascale

Ron G. Lu

William D. Morris

Venetta C. Amory

Ernest R. Gurule

Elizabeth Brown

Kathleen K. Donahue

Nancy M. Rice

LoriAnn Loughnane

Jeannette F. Johnson

Nicholas Bagiatis

Silvio J. Talarico

Lynne Rollo

Melissa Daddio

John Vlachos

Oliver Fahy

Angie Poulin

Coleen M. Maughan

Nancy E. Landy

Bridget Hagan

Mary E. Jacques

Chrissy Napolitano

Samapti Rahman

Paula Caceci

Mark Applewhaite

Barbara A. Bell,PHR

Rebecca M. Wilson

Patricia A. Trapani

Nora Gold

Richard Mullowney

Lisa Blair

Katherine L. Hamill

THE ASSOCIATION WELCOMED 245 NEW REGION 1 MEMBERS IN 2014!

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The Annual Conference in Nashville is a conference you will not want

to miss! Take advantage of the early bird registration and get ready to learnabout the latest trends in the legal industry, including strategic planning, thefuture of law firms, cyber liability and law offices of the future. Best of all,you will have the opportunity to network with colleagues. Arrive early orstay an extra day and take in the sights of Music City with a Gray LineTour, a visit to the Grand Ole Opry, or shopping in antique stores andboutiques. I am excited about this year’s annual conference and hope to seeyou there! Submitted by Dana L. Moody, Regional Representative

Plan Your Education for 2015!

February 23-24: Managing Partner/Executive Director Forum

Aloft Orlando Downtown, Orlando, FL

May 17: Finance Conference for the Legal C-Suite

Omni Nashville, Nashville, TN

May 17-20: 2015 Annual Conference & Exposition

Omni Nashville, Nashville, TN

August 6-8: Large Firm Principal Administrators Retreat

The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, CO

September 10-12: Business Law Conference – Central

Sheraton New Orleans, New Orleans, LA

September 16-18: Essential Competencies for Legal Administrators

Godfrey Hotel, Chicago, IL

October 1-3: Business Law Conference – East

Sheraton Atlanta, Atlanta GA

October 22-24: Business Law Conference – West

Paris Hotel, Las Vegas, NV

Important Dates

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