Dear Appellate Practice Section Members,
Fall is here and so is the Appellate Practice Section retreat in Boston! Our hybrid Executive Council meeting will be held on October 2, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., and we hope to “see” you there.
The agenda is linked here. The agenda is also posted on the Section’s website. All members are encouraged to attend and learn more about the great work being done by our Section committees.
You can log on to participate by Zoom here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83500842665?pwd=tg3QWslmjucxMIvLfYUN94fuaJ7QeY.1
Meeting ID: 835 0084 2665 | Passcode: 051222
Section committee meetings will be held on Thursday, October 15, with rolling meetings scheduled for each committee. Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new, these virtual meetings are the easiest way to get involved. All Zoom links for committee meetings are the same. Simply click the link at the specified time to join the committee meeting you are interested in.
Join APS Committee Meetings Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6822419254?pwd=su7jza2bSJw9sFPtA4ewvFVzPmdVJe.1&omn=82369274631
Meeting ID: 682 241 9254 | Passcode: APS2026
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: Continuing Legal Education Committee
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.: Pro Bono Committee
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.: Publications Committee
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.: Programs Committee
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.: Outreach CommitteeNo prior experience is needed. Just hop online and join the meetings that interest you. More details on the committees – including their leadership and missions – are available on the APS website under the “Committees” tab.
We can’t wait to see you – online or in person. Thank you for supporting APS and for helping us from connections to collaboration!
Upcoming CLE Programs
And don’t miss these Fall educational opportunities, each one another chance to sharpen your skills and connect with fellow Section members.
October 20, 2026 – But What About My Trial? An Appellate Lawyer’s Guide for Success at Summary Judgment
12:10 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Virtual Webinar
October 21, 2026 – Table of Authorities
Featuring Judge Thomas Logue of the Third District Court of Appeal
12-1pm | Via Zoom
Email Outreach Committee Vice Chair Evan Dix at dix@hwhlaw.com if you would like to participate in this unique section benefit.
November 10, 2026 – How Federal Appeals Compare to Florida Appeals: Key Differences and Important Similarities
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Free Virtual Webinar
November 17, 2026 – The New Kids on the Block: Meet Some of Our Newest DCA Judges
12:10 p.m. – 1:10 p.m. | Virtual Webinar
January 28, 2027 – Board Certification Boot Camp
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Virtual Webinar
We can’t wait to see you – online, at a meet-up, or at one of our Fall CLE programs. Thank you for supporting APS and for helping us strengthen connections across the state.
