Master the art of trading your public prosecutor role for a thriving private practice, leveraging your invaluable experience for new challenges and rewards.
Join our faculty of former prosecutors for this course on transitioning from representing the government to representing individuals. They will share their experiences and tips on how all practitioners can apply prosecutorial skills in any legal sector.
The course delves into the challenges and opportunities of private practice, covering essential topics such as:
Gain practical insights and the confidence needed to make your next career move. Don't sell yourself short – discover how your experience as a prosecutor has prepared you for diverse and rewarding opportunities in the private sector.
The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.
Attorney at The Bianchi Law Group, LLC
Upon graduating from St. John's University School of Law, Christopher served as an Assistant District Attorney at the Kings County District Attorney's Office in Brooklyn for six years. He was promoted to Senior Felony Assistant District Attorney in 2020 and Deputy Bureau Chief of the Street Safety Bureau (Vehicular Crimes) in February 2021. Chris currently serves on the Academy's Associate Board of Directors.
Attorney at Langella & Langella
Lindsay works as an attorney with her father, Michael Langella, where she primarily focuses her practice on plaintiff's personal injury cases. Lindsay Langella began her legal career as an Assistant District Attorney in the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office. She graduated from Roger Williams Law School and Bryant University for her undergraduate degree. She also sits on the Academy's Associate Board of Directors.
Associate at Smiley & Smiley LLP
Michael is an Associate at Smiley & Smiley where he focuses on personal injury, medical malpractice, and wrongful death cases. Prior to joining Smiley & Smiley, Michael is a former NYC Prosecutor. He graduated from the University at Buffalo Law School and earned his undergraduate degree from Binghamton University. Michael is the Chair of the Academy's Associate Board of Directors.
