CBA Summer Social (10 Jun 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Cumberland Bar Association Summer Social

Wednesday, June 10, 2026,

5:00–6:30 p.m.

Novare Res Bier Café

4 Canal Plaza, Suite 1
Portland, ME 04101

Enter through the alleyway at 50 Exchange St at the Key Bank sign.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Bernstein Shur

Ainsworth, Thelin & Raftice

Join the Cumberland Bar Association for a casual summer social at Novare Res Bier Café.

This informal gathering is a chance to connect with colleagues, catch up outside the courtroom, and enjoy time together in a relaxed setting. We have several communal tables reserved on the patio, and appetizers will be provided. Beverages will be available for purchase through individual tabs.

There is no cost to attend, but please RSVP so we can plan for an accurate headcount.

Immigration Hot Topics: Recent Changes to the Law & Enforcement Trends in Maine and Beyond (17 Jun 2026)

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Immigration Hot Topics: Recent Changes to the Law &

Enforcement Trends in Maine and Beyond CLE
via Zoom

June 17, 2026 from 12:00-1:15 PM

Description: Immigration law is changing at an unprecedented rate, both in terms of how the law is interpreted and the processes through which the government considers applications for immigration relief. This CLE will provide an overview of the most notable changes to the law that practitioners should be aware of, including the reshaping of the immigration courts, enforcement trends in Maine and nationally, the government's practices involving removal of individuals seeking immigration relief to third countries, and more.

Speaker: Sara Cressey is a Visiting Professor of Law in Maine Law's Refugee and Human Rights Clinic (RHRC) where she supervises the work of student attorneys in their direct representation of clients in immigration matters, focusing on removal defense. She also supervises students in their broader advocacy and outreach work in the Clinic and serves as an advisor to students who are interested in immigration law and human rights. Sara teaches substantive classes related to the work of the RHRC, including on defensive asylum and immigration research. Prior to joining Maine Law, Sara completed two federal clerkships and practiced in the litigation group of one of Portland's larger law firms. She lives in Portland with her husband, son, and pets.

This program has been approved for one hour of general CLE credit. Registrants will receive the Zoom login credentials one day before the program.

Cumberland Bar Association upcoming events

CBA Summer Social (10 Jun 2026)

Immigration Hot Topics: Recent Changes to the Law & Enforcement Trends in Maine and Beyond (17 Jun 2026)