May 1: Balancing Artificial Intelligence Innovations, Best Practices, and Ethics in Legal Proceedings

In this seminar we will gain an overview of the role of AI in legal settings, how it’s shaping portions of the legal landscape and critical considerations for ethical usage and practice. We will explore different types of generative AI, the critical and multi-faceted role of an officer of the court, and the potential impacts on the legal field. The presentation is pending for 1 hour of Ethics MCLE credit. In this webinar, we will review:

• AI in Legal Practice
• The Critical Role of the Officer of the Court
• Data Privacy and Ethics
• Best Practices
• AI in Legal Summary and Information Retrieval in Legal Contexts
• Deepfakes and Legal Records
• Practical Applications.

Title:
Balancing Artificial Intelligence Innovations, Best Practices, and Ethics in Legal Proceedings
Date/Time:
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
11am PT | 12pm MT | 1pm CT | 2pm ET
The number of seats is limited. Register and reserve your seat today!
Presenter:
Mike Murray
Credit:
Pending 1 Ethics CLE Credit
This webinar is approved in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Missouri, Mississippi, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Washington. This webinar is pending approval in the following states: Idaho, Iowa, Kansas*, Louisiana*, Minnesota, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Utah, West Virginia, Wisconsin* In Kansas, Louisiana and Wisconsin, pending approval for General CLE credit.* The Wisconsin BBE accredits all Veritext programs for 1.0 Law Practice Management hour, not CLE. CLE credits may also be claimed for Law Practice Management courses, but attorneys are limited for 6.0 LPM credits per reporting period. * NY CLE Credit Provided via NYCLE “Other Approved Jurisdictions” Policy. Attorney must provide correct listening code; not available for Transitional Attorneys.* The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility. There is no formal approval process for organizations that want to provide MCLE courses in Connecticut. If an organization’s MCLE program or course has bene approved by the authority authorized to approve MCLE courses in another jurisdiction, then the organization’s MCLE course is automatically approved in Connecticut. In other jurisdictions, you might self-apply for credit.

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Veritext

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April 30: Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy

This course focuses on the importance of accuracy and efficiency in the review and preparation of briefs and motions. In particular, it stresses an attorney’s duty of competence, which includes an obligation to accurately cite and quote legal authorities in the briefs presented to the courts, as well as the duty to cite only valid legal authorities and to disclose adverse authorities. Additionally, it addresses the duty lawyers owe to their clients to work as efficiently as possible in the preparation of briefs and motions, which includes a concomitant obligation to leverage available technologies to assist in performing these tasks.
Ultimately, the course illuminates the legal technologies currently available to assist lawyers with reviewing and preparing briefs accurately and efficiently.
Topics of Discussion:

• Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients,
• Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
• Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
• Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
• Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
• Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology,
• Gathering intelligence efficiently regarding companies, law firms, judges and other entities in an opposing brief using legal technology.

Title:
Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy
Webinar Dates And Times:
April 30, 2024

1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 

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Speaker:
Jacquelyn LaCorte
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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April 30: Resolving Common Interest Community Disputes -- Without Litigation

This program will provide an update on the legal issues facing homeowners associations today, from board governance to fees and assessments and the range of concerns impacting neighbors and neighborhoods. This session will also provide practical guidance to help community interest property owners avoid, identify, address and resolve their disputes through interest-based mediation focused on preserving and supporting neighborly relationships. 

While conflict is normal, litigation is not inevitable.

Title:

Resolving Common Interest Community Disputes -- Without Litigation
Webinar Date+Time:
April 30, 2024
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:

• Margo Keller - Washington Arbitration and Mediation Service, Seattle, WA
• Mary B. Reiten - Peryea Silver Taylor, Seattle, WA
• Paula Emery - WSBA Dispute Resolution Section, Seattle, WA

By:
Washington State Bar Association; Developed in partnership with the WSBA Dispute Resolution Section.

Credits:

• Washington State: Credits:1.00 Law & Legal Procedure1.00 Other
• Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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April 30: Optimizing Intergenerational Collaboration: Analyzing Generational Gaps and Empowering Different Generations

Please join Cozen O’Connor’s DEI Strategies & Solutions Group as we discuss the widening generational gap and best practices to encourage intergenerational collaboration. Today’s workforce consists of five generations, shaped by vastly different world events, who are now working together yet speaking seemingly unfamiliar languages. Moderated by Simeon Brier, panelists Nicole Su, Diedrick Graham, and Judge Stephanie Jones will share best practices for law firms and organizations looking to bridge the generational gap.
Title:
Optimizing Intergenerational Collaboration: Analyzing Generational Gaps and Empowering Different Generations

Webinar Date+Time:

Tuesday, April 30, 2024
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EDT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:

CLE is approved in NY, PA, TX, IL, NV, and CA. MN CLE has been applied for approval. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Simeon D. Brier, Chair, DEI Strategies & Solutions
• Diedrick Graham Vice President, Culture & Strategy, The Healy+ Group
• Judge Stephanie Jones, Founder & CEO, Omega Daughter, LLC
• Nicole Su, Associate, Cozen O'Connor

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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April 3, 10+30: Diving Deeper into Legal Research Potential: Advanced Online Legal Research Concepts

According to the model rules of professional conduct, attorneys need to maintain competency, and a component of maintaining competency is to keep abreast of the benefits and risks of relevant technology. By the end of this course you all will be made aware of advanced online legal research methods to harness your potential as a researcher and to maintain a standard of competency in the legal profession. 

After completing this course, you will be able to: 

•Discover how online legal research can assist you in search methodology 

•Leverage provided connections, common terms, and formatting of content. 

•Obtain visual representations of the validity of cases and statutes. 

•Learn how online legal research platforms provide organization methods, delivery methods, and recovery methods so you can better maintain your research. 

•Gather information by practice area, topic, jurisdiction or publisher. 

•Realize alternative and advanced ways to begin research with statutes. 

•Acquire archived materials in multiple ways. 

•Find connections between results of separate searches.
Title:
Diving Deeper into Legal Research Potential: Advanced Online Legal Research Concepts
Webinar Dates And Times:

• 1:30pm - 2:30pm Eastern- 4/3/2024
• 3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern - 4/10/2024
• 9:00am - 10:00am Eastern - 4/30/2024

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Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia, and Wisconsin. For states not listed here, content LexisNexis at the email address on the registration form; they might apply for credit for you or you might be able to self- apply in your jurisdiction.

May 30: Onsite Investigation of Construction Defect Claims

The design and construction of buildings is where ambition meets execution, and where dreams take shape in concrete and steel. For some structures, however, flaws lurk in the shadows either waiting to be discovered or, worse, to surface unexpectedly. When these construction defects lead to insurance claims or legal disputes, building experts are called upon to thoroughly investigate and analyze the as-built condition. 

Our panel of building experts will explore the onsite investigation process for construction defects, providing relevant insights on the inspection of the property and the analysis of the findings. More confidently navigate insurance claims and legal disputes involving construction defects through a better understanding of the significance of thorough documentation, including visual inspections and recording the as-built assembly, ensuring you have the evidence needed to support your case effectively.

Whether you're seeking to bolster your expertise in handling insurance claims or fortify your legal strategies in construction defect cases, this webinar equips you with the tools and knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of the field with confidence. By understanding the nuances of onsite investigations and the significance of thorough documentation, you'll be better prepared to advocate for your clients and achieve favorable outcomes in disputes involving construction defects.
Title:
Onsite Investigation of Construction Defect Claims
Date+Time Of Webinar:

Thursday, May 30, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
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Credits:

CE and CLE credit will be granted pending approvals in the following states: California, Florida, Nevada, Texas; You may be able to self-apply in other states.

Speakers:

• Paul V. Kushner, A.I.A. is a licensed architect and a Certified Construction Contract Administrator from the Construction Specifications Institute. Paul graduated from the University of California, Berkeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, and has since spent decades working in construction, architectural services, construction defect litigation, and in the property and injury claim industry on thousands of projects. Paul has experience in the design, development and production of construction documents, as well as with construction administration, construction observation, code compliance, technical consultant coordination, property inspection and testing, and with construction claims and litigation. Mr. Kushner also has a long history in building performance analysis, including analyzing damage, performing testing, specifying and overseeing repairs, and testifying at numerous depositions, arbitrations, and trials on a variety of building design, construction, and maintenance issues.
• With 10 years of construction management experience, Geoffrey Godshalk is well-versed in estimates, planning, scheduling and daily operations, as well as working in high-pressure situations. These skills along with Geoff's time spent working as a project manager in residential construction make him a reliable building consultant Pete Fowler Construction is proud to have on our team.

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Pete Fowler Construction Consultants: https://www.petefowler.com/

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May 29: Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy

This course focuses on the importance of accuracy and efficiency in the review and preparation of briefs and motions. In particular, it stresses an attorney’s duty of competence, which includes an obligation to accurately cite and quote legal authorities in the briefs presented to the courts, as well as the duty to cite only valid legal authorities and to disclose adverse authorities. Additionally, it addresses the duty lawyers owe to their clients to work as efficiently as possible in the preparation of briefs and motions, which includes a concomitant obligation to leverage available technologies to assist in performing these tasks.
Ultimately, the course illuminates the legal technologies currently available to assist lawyers with reviewing and preparing briefs accurately and efficiently.
Topics of Discussion:

• Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients,
• Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
• Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
• Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
• Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
• Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology,
• Gathering intelligence efficiently regarding companies, law firms, judges and other entities in an opposing brief using legal technology.

Title:
Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy
Webinar Dates And Times:
May 29, 2024

1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 

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Speaker:
Jacquelyn LaCorte
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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June 27: Defining Standards of Care in Construction Litigation

In much of the work our consultants are named as expert witnesses in litigation as “standard of care experts.” We render opinions about various parties and whether they performed above or below “the standard of care.” 

In a "conversation" with ChatGPT-4 we asked "Explain the meaning of 'Standard of Care' more simply, in approximately 100 words" and the response was: 

"The 'standard of care' is the behavior expected of a reasonable person in a particular situation. In legal terms, it's the level of attention, caution, and prudence someone should have to avoid harming others. For professionals like doctors or lawyers, it's higher due to their specialized knowledge. If they don't meet their standard and someone is harmed, they may be legally responsible. For example, a doctor would need to provide the same quality of care that any other competent doctor would provide in the same situation. If they don't, and a patient is harmed, they could be sued for malpractice."

That sounds reasonable. Now for the hard part: 

Apply this "standard" to virtually any party in any building project in cases as diverse as construction defect litigation, property & injury (general liability) claims, contract or scheduling claims, fire claims, and myriad whacky claims we never would have imagined. In this program we will talk with building, insurance, and legal experts about how this works.

 Title:

Defining Standards of Care in Construction Litigation

Date+Time Of Webinar:

Thursday, June 27, 2024
1:00 PM Eastern Daylight Time
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Credits:

1 Credit in California, Florida, Nevada and Texas You may be able to self-apply in other states.

Speakers:

• With an extensive background in construction and engineering, Dan Bick has spent the last 15 years managing large scale construction firms and community associations in Southern California. He has performed, managed and supervised some of the most complex projects that homeowners associations may experience. Through the knowledge and experience gained as a General Contractor and Community Manager, Dan was able to identify a few systemic voids in our industry. His mission is to educate, perform and provide. He firmly believes in helping his clients understand the complexities associated with community wide projects.
• A licensed general contractor in the state of California, Elgin Hakala, Technical Manager, Pete Fowler Construction , has years of experience in contracting, remodeling, project management, landscaping, and team leadership. He has worked hands-on with electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, concrete, paint, windows, doors, and insulation, with proficiency in engineering & architectural plans. Elgin is constantly working to better his expertise, with his latest accomplishments including mastery of the Matterport 3D Modeling Software and Green Belt Certification through Lean Six Sigma. The years Elgin spent honing his craft executing full spectrum home remodels while leading and supervising a team of subcontractors are used to serve clients who are property owners and managers, developers and contractors, product manufacturers and suppliers, insurers, and lawyers here at Pete Fowler Construction. With the communication skills required to maintain positive relationships with project board members, clients, and construction teams, Elgin Hakala is a valuable addition to any project he gets his hands on.
• In his 25+ year career litigating, Mark Collinsworth, Named Partner, Collinsworth, Specht, Calkins & Giampaoli, LLP  has focused on defending builders, contractors, and material suppliers in complex litigation matters, personal injury and wrongful death cases, products liability cases and contract disputes. With his extensive experience representing various sized businesses, Mr. Collinsworth’s practice now includes assisting with business strategy advice, human relations issues, risk management, and succession planning. Mr. Collinsworth represents national residential homebuilders, large commercial general contractors, commercial design-build contractors, product manufacturers, and property owners across California and Arizona. He has taken several matters through bench trials, jury trials and binding arbitrations. Mr. Collinsworth recently completed a multi-day remote arbitration involving a 160-unit condominium complex. Mr. Collinsworth provides seminars to businesses and insurers, including past presentations involving California’s Builders “Right to Repair Act” (SB 800), claims handling practices, contract interpretation, creative resolutions for construction defect claims, and the recent trend of rising jury verdicts and how to prevent them. He has been a presenter with the San Diego County Bar Association, the West Coast Casualty Construction Defect Seminar, and CLM’s Construction Law Seminar. Mr. Collinsworth has been recognized as a San Diego Top Lawyer for the past nine years.

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Pete Fowler Construction Services: https://www.petefowler.com/

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April 9, 15, 17, 22+29: The Dawning of a New Era: Combining Extractive and Generative AI for New Possibilities

Chances are, you're already using extractive Artificial Intelligence (AI) in some areas of your legal practice — whether that be for case search, client management, document preparation, or some combination of these. Now, generative AI – the type of AI that powers tools like ChatGPT — is on the verge of changing the way you research again. This CLE will detail how AI can be harnessed in the legal industry, offering examples, resources, and tips. Additionally, the CLE will cover a lawyer's ethical duty to use generative AI responsibly to ensure the information generative AI is accurate and reliable to ensure the best outcome for your clients. 

After completing this course, you will be able to: 

• Understand how extractive Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been already utilized to revolutionize legal research 

• Understand the risks of utilizing generative AI in legal research and how these risks must be mitigated to ensure we are in line with our American Bar Association’s Rules of Professional Conduct. 

• Understand the benefits of utilizing generative AI and how it will fuse together harmoniously with law firms to act as an invisible helping hand in helping conduct legal research, summarize areas of the law and documents, and actually produce documents at speeds that will significantly reduce time spent on monotonous tasks.
Title:
The Dawning of a New Era: Combining Extractive and Generative AI for New Possibilities
Webinar Dates And Times:

• April 9, 2024: 1:30pm - 2:30pm
• April 15, 2024: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
• April 17, 2024: 10:30am - 11:30am
• April 22, 2024: 10:30am - 11:30am
• April 29, 2024: 1:30pm - 2:30pm

Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Patrick Zimmer
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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July 25: Litigating Third-Party Funded Construction Disputes: Recent Trends, Defense Strategies, and Managing Negotiations

The relationship between litigation funding and nuclear verdicts/policy limit demands

Title:

Litigating Third-Party Funded Construction Disputes: Recent Trends, Defense Strategies, and Managing Negotiations

Date+Time:
July 25, 2024
2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

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Speakers:

• Matthew Lang, Attorney at Law, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. - Red Bank Office
• Ryan Palmer, The Hanover Insurance Group
• Dorine Sirota, Partner, Hall Booth Smith, P.C. - Red Bank Office.

CLE Credit:

Complimentary registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

By:

Perrin Conferences.

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April 26: Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Beyond Awareness to Actionable Strategies

Please join Cozen O’Connor’s DEI Strategies & Solutions Group as we discuss neurodiversity awareness and innovative strategies to make your workplace a more inclusive and thriving environment for neurodiverse employees. Moderated by Simeon Brier, panelists Debbie Friedman and Dr. Diedrick Graham will share best practices for law firms and organizations looking to reap the benefits of a neurodiverse workforce and ensure their success. 

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Let's acknowledge the challenges faced by individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families, educate the public, and provide resources to remove the stigma of autism.
Title:
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Beyond Awareness to Actionable Strategies

Webinar Date+Time:

Friday, April 26, 2024
12:00 p.m. EST
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:

CLE is approved in NY, PA, TX, IL, NV, and CA. MN, FL CLE has been applied for approval. Other jurisdictions will be applied for upon request.

Speakers:

• Simeon D. Brier, Chair, DEI Strategies & Solutions, Cozen O'Connor
• Diedrick Graham, Vice President, Culture & Strategy, The Healy+ Group
• Debra Steiner Friedman, Member

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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July 25: A Handy Primer on Drafting and Updating Employee Handbooks

A properly drafted and updated employee handbook not only states the terms, conditions, and expectations of employment, but can also help employers defend against claims of discrimination, harassment, breach of contract, wrongful termination, and other employment law claims. Employers who conduct business in multiple jurisdictions and industries must be diligent in making sure that employment policies are compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. 

This webinar will give attendees a greater understanding of the purpose of an employee handbook, provide tips to effectively draft employee handbooks and best practices to monitor changes in the law which necessitate handbook revisions.
Title:
A Handy Primer on Drafting and Updating Employee Handbooks
Webinar Date And Time:
July 25, 2024
1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time (US & Canada) Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Bobby Puri
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
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LexisNexis

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April 26: Ethical Concerns - Conducting Research via Open Web

In today’s world, Google™, Bing™ or some other engine is used to search the Open Web to find information – whether for personal or professional reasons. Should we, as legal professionals, be using the Open Web to conduct research? What are the risks? And does reliance on such resources – with respect to both investigative and legal research – place practitioners at risk of violating ethical cannons such as Rule 1.1 of Competence? This seminar will review the duty of technological competence under Rule 1.1 and examine the benefits and risks for legal professionals in using the “Open Web” for investigative and legal research. Attendees will: •Understand the meaning and scope of the duty of technology competence and reviewinterpretive decisions. •Learn about the benefits and risks of using the “Open Web” for investigative and legalresearch. •Understand other potential consequences of using the “Open Web” for investigative andlegal research.
Title:
Ethical Concerns - Conducting Research via Open Web
Webinar Dates And Times:
April 26, 2024 

1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 

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Speaker:
Angela Chmielewski
Credit:
1 ethics credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Virginia. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
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LexisNexis

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April 25: Employment Law Update: Marijuana and Drug Testing in the Workplace

The trend toward legalization of marijuana has raised significant questions for employers trying to balance the interest in maintaining productivity with employees’ right to privacy and to engage in lawful activities outside of work time.This webinar will provide some of the latest federal, state, and local developments on drug testing and best practices for employers considering the testing of applicants and employees for marijuana and other drugs.
Title:
Employment Law Update: Marijuana and Drug Testing in the Workplace

Webinar Date+Time:

Thursday, April 25, 2024
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. EDT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:

CLE is approved in NY, PA, TX, IL, NV, and CA. MN CLE has been applied for approval. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Abigail M. Green
• Aaron Holt
• Jeffrey Klamut
• Michael C. Schmidt

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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May 22: Multi-Unit Losses: Condos, HOAs and Co-Ops

This webinar will discuss the subrogation of losses that occur in a multi-party building or buildings – a condo, homeowner’s association, or co-op. 

The presenters will provide a crash course about the state laws, relevant documents, and important guidelines. The presenters will also use case studies and real world scenarios to show the steps for investigating these losses and issues that impact the viability of a claim.
Title:
Multi-Unit Losses: Condos, HOAs and Co-Ops

Webinar Date+Time:

May 22, 2024
11:00 a.m. ET 

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Credit:

CE is approved in TX, FL and GA. CLE is approved in PA, NY, TX, IL, NV, and CA. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Kristy Z. Miller
Paula J. Walsh

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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April 5, 23+24: Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Legal Implications of Using AI in Employment Decisions

In this CLE, the presenter will present emerging issues and trends of any employer’s use of artificial intelligence for employment decision making. Discussion will include the new Equal Employment Opportunities Commission’s new Strategic Enforcement Plan and other attempts from state and local governments to combat the growing trend of bias and discrimination that is weaving its way into employers hiring, promotion, and firing decisions. Finally, this CLE will discuss the implications and ethical responsibilities of lawyers have surrounding this topic as well as how lawyers should advise their employer clients.

After completing this course, you will be able to: 

1. Analyze the nature of AI, how it is being used in employment decision-making and emerging issues.

2. Recognize the impact of EEOC and USDOJ concerns and guidelines involving the use of AI in employment decisions.

3. Federal, State, and Local Regulations in effect 

4. Discuss the future of AI in employment and a look forward.
Title:
Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace: Legal Implications of Using AI in Employment Decisions

Webinar Dates And Times:

• 10:30am - 11:30am Eastern Time - 4/5/2024
• 3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time - 4/23/2024
• 3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time - 4/25/2024

Speaker:
Patrick Zimmer
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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May 22: Minnesota Election Law and Voting

Title:
Minnesota Election Law and Voting
Date/Time:
May 22, 2024

Noon - 1:00 pm
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon
By:
Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs
CLE Credit:
One standard CLE credit has been applied for.

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May 22: Essential Business Skills for Busy Lawyers Part 1 – Communicate Like A Pro

Like a mini-MBA for lawyers, this four-part series offers lawyers a unique opportunity to develop essential business and leadership skills that law school never taught but that lawyers really need to know to effectively run a legal practice and deliver excellent legal service to clients. This series will also equip lawyers with practical tools and strategies to break down the barriers that contribute to disconnection so they can build trust and communicate for influence and impact.

Join us for Essential Business Skills for Busy Lawyers Part 1 – Communicate Like a Pro.

When our interactions with other humans are meaningful and productive, we are not only more personally fulfilled, but we are also more professionally effective. In 2024, there is a heightened sense of feeling unheard, undervalued, and disconnected. Emotions are erupting. Clients and counsel seem to entrench in unreasonable and irrational positions. This presentation will offer specific tools and strategies to immediately implement in your legal practice to improve outcomes when navigating difficult conversations with clients, counsel, and colleagues alike.

Title:
Essential Business Skills for Busy Lawyers Part 1 – Communicate Like A Pro

Date+Time:

May 22, 2024
1:00 pm EST
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Speaker:

About the presenter, Colleen L. Byers  of Colleen Byers Mediation, LLC a seasoned litigator, mediator, legal educator, certified yoga instructor, and 2020 North Carolina Lawyer of the Year.
A seasoned civil litigator with deep business and legal experience, Colleen Byers focuses on mediating complex business, employment, trust, estate, fiduciary and family disputes to help companies, families and individuals solve their legal problems outside the courtroom.
Colleen’s conflict resolution approach weaves together practical business insight, active listening, and strategic foresight. Colleen leverages more than a decade of litigation experience to help people, whether business owners or families, settle legal disputes quickly, effectively, and creatively.
Colleen has received the following recognition:

• Lawyer of the Year, North Carolina Lawyers Weekly (2020)
• North Carolina Lawyer Weekly’s Leaders in the Law (2020);
• Best Lawyers in America (2020);
• North Carolina Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2016–2018);
• Business North Carolina Legal Elite, Young Guns (2016–2018); and
• Chamber of Commerce Winston Under 40 Leadership Award (2017).

Brought to you by:
Alta Pro RPG 

CLE Credit:
1.0 Regular Credit.

Cost (per sponsor site): No charge The webinar is free to persons in Alta Pro's program states, otherwise you may have to pay a small attendance fee (~$2) to your state

 
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Series Schedule:

• Part 1 - Communicate Like a Pro - May 22, 2024 1:00-2:00pm EST
• Part 2 - Build Your Legal Practice Like a Pro - Aug 28, 2024 1:00-2:00pm EST
• Part 3 - Manage Your Legal Practice Like a Pro - Oct 2, 2024 1:00-2:00pm EST
• Part 4 - Negotiate Like a Pro - Nov 6, 2024 1:00-2:00pm EST

April 23: Boilerplate Employment Documents in California: Time to Review and Update to Minimize Risk

The employment relationship generates much documentation. Oftentimes, the routine provisions in these documents are simply recycled from one document to the next and may in fact create, rather than eliminate, legal risks.

In this program, we will explore common provisions in employment documents and the danger lurking in outdated boilerplate provisions including waivers, arbitration clauses, confidentiality, non-disparagement, choice-of-law, forum selection, integration, severability, and survival clauses. We will look at best practices to update your employment documents for 2024.
Title:
Boilerplate Employment Documents in California: Time to Review and Update to Minimize Risk

Webinar Date+Time:

Tuesday, April 23, 2024
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. PDT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:

CLE is approved in CA, NY, PA, TX, IL, and NV.
MN CLE has been applied for approval.
You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

Ethan Chernin
Elena K. Hillman
Michele Ballard Miller
Bethany A. Vasquez

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Cozen O'Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has 750 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions.

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May 21: It’s Not ALL Bad: Handling Construction Defect Cases at the Development-Wide Scale

Topics For Discussion Include:

• The Construction Landscape
• The Legal Landscape
• The Aftermath-Perspective of Each Party
• Expert Investigation
• Legal Investigation
• Collaboration, Coordination, and Communication
• Putting it All Together-Generalized Case Studies
• Re-visiting the Learning Objectives with Key Takeaways.

Title:

It’s Not ALL Bad: Handling Construction Defect Cases at the Development-Wide Scale

Date+Time:
May 21, 2024
2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

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Speakers:

• Benjamin T. Irwin, P.E., DFE, CXLT, Haag Engineering
• Wendy F. Klein Keane, Esq., Cozen O'Connor

CLE Credit:

Complimentary registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

By:

Perrin Conferences.

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May 21: Small Firm, Big Impact: Solo and Small Firm Virtual Summit

Learn how to amplify your influence and leave a lasting mark, proving that size doesn’t limit success. Back by popular demand, our Solo and Small Firm Virtual Summit returns with sessions dedicated to tackling key topics like boosting operational efficiency, using AI ethically, improving the firm’s financial health, and exploring market trends at small firms.
Join us for an exclusive virtual gathering designed to help legal professionals conquer the challenges of running a small firm, stand out from the competition, and keep clients satisfied—without sacrificing your well-being.
Title:
Small Firm, Big Impact: Solo and Small Firm Virtual Summit
Date+Time:
Tuesday, May 21
8:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. PT
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Credit:
Earn up to 3.5 hours worth of CLE/CPD credits by attending live sessions and answering polls. Clio has partnered with the ABA to seek eligibility for CLE and CPD credits to lawyers with licenses to practice in the United States and Canada who join the live session of this webinar. States typically decide whether a program qualifies for MCLE credit in their jurisdiction 4-8 weeks after the program application is submitted. For many live events, credit approval is not received prior to the program.
Sponsor:
Clio

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May 21: The Nuts and Bolts of Will Contests

Learn about will contests, including requirements for a valid will, proper timing, procedures, and grounds for contesting a will. Will contests can be emotional and dramatic, in and out of court. Although many California decedents use living trusts, and many do no estate planning at all, wills remain an important tool; and a complex network of statutes governs their validity, and the process by which they are admitted to probate, as well as the process for contesting them. 

This program will introduce the audience to the procedures and the substantive law concerning will contests. The educational objectives for this course will include being able to identify the requirements for a valid will, the proper timing and procedures for contesting a will, as well as general familiarity with the substantive grounds on which a will can be contested.

Title:

The Nuts and Bolts of Will Contests

Date+Time:
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
1pm PDT 

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About the Speaker:
Matthew D. Kanin is Of Counsel to Greenspoon Marder LLP, where his practice includes trust and estate disputes, conservatorships, probate and trust administration, civil litigation, and appeals. Matt is a Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law (by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization), and a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Trust & Estates Executive Committee, as well as President-elect of the Woodland Hills Tax & Estate Planning Council, and is a regular lecturer for these and other organizations, including the California Lawyers Association. He has extensive experience in probate, conservatorship, and trust litigation, including will contests, and trials.

Credit:
1 hour participatory MCLE credit

By:

Alameda County Law Library

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August 20: Cyber Law and Cybersecurity Insurance 101

With data breaches and security incidents happening daily, it is not a matter of IF you will experience a cybersecurity incident, but WHEN. Cybersecurity threats are growing in scale and complexity and virtually every company in all industries face growing cyber risks. As cybersecurity laws and regulations unfold and consumer lawsuits become the norm, cybersecurity remains a top concern for businesses, including the C-suite. 

Although there is no substitute for strong cybersecurity management, businesses often look to cybersecurity insurance policies as the last line of defense. However, cyber policies are complex, often confusing, and the cyber insurance landscape is still evolving. 

This 60-minute seminar will provide an update on the current state of Cyber Law, including data breaches and privacy issues; current litigation; cybersecurity laws and regulations; cybersecurity insurance coverage with practical tips on key issues and risks to consider when purchasing a cybersecurity policy; recent trends; and available cyber resources.
Title:
Cyber Law and Cybersecurity Insurance 101
Webinar Date And Time:
August 20, 2024
1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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Speakers:
Robin McManigal, Jen Stringfield
Credit:
1 credit hour in Here's the list of states in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
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LexisNexis

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June 18: Unlocking Transparency: Everyone's Right To Public Records

Unlock the hidden power of the California Public Records Act ("CPRA"), a dynamic tool enshrined both in statute and our state's Constitution. Though often underutilized, this powerful resource is essential for litigators, journalists, change agents, and everyday citizens seeking transparency and accountability in a representative democracy. 

Join our engaging presenter on an exciting journey through the rich history, profound purpose, and practical applications of the CPRA. Discover how to unearth the inner workings and hidden outcomes of state, local, and special purpose agencies in California. 

Get ready to unlock a world of information and make a difference!

Title:

Unlocking Transparency: Everyone's Right To Public Records
Date+Time:
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Advance registration required: register via Humanitix by noon the day of the program to receive a link.
About the Speaker:

Jerry L. Johnson is the founder and principal of the Law Offices of Jerry L. Johnson, a highly-focused Oakland-based law firm dedicated to the California Public Records Act. Driven by an unwavering commitment to accessibility and transparency, Jerry provides expert consultation to a diverse clientele. His practice supports a broad range of public record requestors, including concerned citizens, issue-driven nonprofits, investigative journalists, news organizations, and fellow attorneys seeking innovative advocacy strategies for their clients. Jerry earned his Juris Doctor from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco. He then spent nearly two decades as a risk manager for Bay Area public agencies in education other essential public services, where he frequently served as a key resource for the public servants tasked with responding to CPRA requests. 

Credit:
1 hour participatory California MCLE credit

By:
Alameda County Law Library

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April 19: Research & Drafting Techniques For Corporate Law

The digital age has augmented the practice of corporate and securities law through the accelerating development of brand new ways of identifying answers and locating critical intelligence. In doing so, it has also simultaneously created an environment that can overwhelm through the sheer quantity of available tools. 

This course will demystify the corporate law research experience by focusing on a series of practical, relevant examples and demonstrating best practices for approaching them.
Title:
Research & Drafting Techniques For Corporate Law
Webinar Dates And Times:
April 19, 2024 

1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 

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Speaker:
Tracy Duplantier
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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April 17: Mastering Witness Examination: Strategies for Skillful Preparation and Effective Cross-Examination

Master the art of handling challenging witnesses in both jury and nonjury trials. Explore effective tactics for managing your own witnesses and those presented by opposing counsel. Gain insights into integrating witnesses into your case strategy and learn best practices for expert witness preparation and examination. Additionally, discover how to interpret vital nonverbal signals in the courtroom, and review key ethical principles that will shape your approach to witness examination. Elevate your legal skills and strategy with this comprehensive guide.
Title:
Mastering Witness Examination: Strategies for Skillful Preparation and Effective Cross-Examination
Date+Time:
Wednesday, April 17, 2024

3:00pm to 4:00pm CDT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - register now!
By:
LawPay
Speaker:
Claude Ducloux, LawPay's director of education, ethics and compliance, has nearly four decades of experience practicing law. Claude has earned many professional honors for his dedication to educating attorneys, including the Gene Cavin Award for Lifetime Achievement in Teaching Continuing Education.
Credit:

Typically, LawPay programs are granted credit in most states, but this may not be listed on the sponsor's website for this program yet.

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April 17: Complex Cases Simplified: Gaining Logistical Control from Calendaring to Courtroom

Are you looking to untangle your complex case logistics and gain control? This presentation includes tools, tips and tactics for streamlining and simplifying the details of Complex Cases. Whether your complex case is in the area of bankruptcy, intellectual property, antitrust, construction defect, class action, international trade, business litigation or any other area of complex litigation — there are key tools that can set your case up for success. Discover how establishing a strategic logistical framework including shared case calendars, standing orders and helpful depositories can ease future complications.
This  webinar will review:

• Addressing Security Concerns
• Organizing with Document Depositories
• Establishing Scheduling Logistics
• Conducting Remote Proceedings
• Managing Exhibits
• Tips for Virtual Trials/Hearings.

Title:
Complex Cases Simplified: Gaining Logistical Control from Calendaring to Courtroom
Date/Time:
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
11am PT / 12pm MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET
The number of seats is limited. Register and reserve your seat today!
Credit:
This webinar is pending approval in the following states: Alabama, Minnesota, Ohio, West Virginia, Wisconsin. NY CLE Credit Provided via NYCLE “Other Approved Jurisdictions” Policy. Attorney must provide correct listening code; not available for Transitional Attorneys. The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility.  There is no formal approval process for organizations that want to provide MCLE courses in Connecticut. If an organization’s MCLE program or course has bene approved by the authority authorized to approve MCLE courses in another jurisdiction, then the organization’s MCLE course is automatically approved in Connecticut. New York CLE is provided via NYCLE "Other Approved Jurisdictions" Rule. In other jurisdictions, you might self-apply for credit.

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Veritext

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April 17: Navigating Representation and Warranty Insurance in M&A Transactions for In-House Counsel

In the context of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), representation and warranty insurance serves as a form of protection for both the buyer and the seller against financial losses resulting from breaches of representations and warranties made during the deal.
The in-house lawyer and the outside M&A lawyer have different roles in assisting their client in obtaining representation and warranty insurance for a transaction
Join us on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 12pm ET / 9am PT for the next edition of our IHC Deep Dives Series, as Joseph Cosentino and James Grayer of Clifford Chance will focus on areas of particular interest for the in-house lawyer, including:

• Understanding the reasons for using reps and warranties insurance in lieu of a more traditional indemnity structure (including a discussion of the prevalence of the use of representation and warranty insurance in the current deal environment);
• The current state of the market;
• Defining the scope of diligence;
• Advising internal stakeholders on how the RWI policy may shape the agreement negotiations;
• The interplay of underlying business insurance and representation and warranty insurance; and
• How to get the best out of the underwriting call process. 

This Webinar will also briefly touch on other transactional risk products for in-house lawyers to consider in and outside of M&A transactions.
Who should attend:
In-house counsel, compliance officers, risk managers and legal operations professionals who participate in or manage mergers and acquisitions.

Title:

Navigating Representation and Warranty Insurance in M&A Transactions for In-House Counsel

Date+Time:

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

12pm ET / 9am PT
Live Zoom Continuing Legal Education Program - Register Now!

Speakers: 

• Joseph Cosentino
• James Grayer 

By:
In-House Connect.

Credit:

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May 15: Litigation Essentials for the Solo Practitioner: Crafting a Convincing Case with Elements of Proof, Messaging, and Organizational Strategies

Join LawPay's Director of Education, Claude Ducloux, for an insightful 60-minute presentation designed to empower non-trial lawyers in navigating court proceedings. Gain a comprehensive understanding of both the business side and the ethical aspects of litigation, including fee-setting considerations.

Claude will guide you through crucial steps such as defining case elements, preparing witnesses, and employing effective presentation techniques. Learn the importance of courtroom preparation, from scoping out the environment to understanding standard objections and ethical rules.

This session covers everything from drafting judgments early to courtroom choreography, ensuring you are well-equipped to handle every facet of the trial process, including managing client expectations.
Title:
Litigation Essentials for the Solo Practitioner: Crafting a Convincing Case with Elements of Proof, Messaging, and Organizational Strategies
Date+Time:
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 

3:00pm to 4:00pm CDT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - register now!
By:
LawPay
Speaker:
Claude Ducloux, LawPay's director of education, ethics and compliance, has nearly four decades of experience practicing law. Claude has earned many professional honors for his dedication to educating attorneys, including the Gene Cavin Award for Lifetime Achievement in Teaching Continuing Education.
Credit:
Not Yet Rated

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May 15: Best Practices for Preventing and Defending Against Harassment and Discrimination Claims

Preventing and defending against harassment and discrimination claims is crucial for any organization. As In-House Counsel, we are on the front lines of such mitigating and defending against such claims, from policy development to training and legal defense.
Join on Wednesday, May 15, at 12pm ET / 9am PT for the next edition of our IHC Employment Law Series as Lindsay Dischley and Melissa Salimbene of Chiesa Shahinian & Giantomasi PC, will provide a detailed discussion of new and creative ways companies can minimize their risk of being sued for harassment and discrimination.
Discussion topics include:

• Discussion of the latest trends and creative strategies in drafting and implementing anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies
• Proactive Measures for Creating a Respectful Workplace Culture
• Best practices for the prompt and impartial investigation of harassment and discrimination complaints.
• Setting yourself up with the best defense to any allegations of harassment or discrimination, including practices to implement to proactively establish legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons for employment-related decisions

Who Should Attend:
This program is designed for all levels of in-house counsel who engage in or manage employment law matters or set employment law policies for their organization.

Title:

Employment Law for In-House Counsel: Best Practices for Preventing and Defending Against Harassment and Discrimination Claims

Date+Time:

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

12pm ET / 9am PT

Live Zoom Continuing Legal Education Program - Register Now!

Speakers:

• Melissa Salimbene is an experienced employment litigator and trusted advisor. For her litigation practice, Melissa regularly represents public and private employers of all sizes and industries before state and federal courts and administrative agencies in all aspects of employment litigation, including defending claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wage and hour issues. Melissa also brings and defends restrictive covenant claims involving trade secrets, confidentiality agreements, non-compete agreements and other post-employment obligations.
• Lindsay Dischley is an experienced employment attorney. In this capacity, Lindsay represents employers in all aspects of employment litigation, including wrongful discharge, discrimination, harassment, whistleblower, retaliation and wage and hour claims in the state and federal courts of New Jersey and New York and before federal, state, and local administrative agencies, including the EEOC, New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development, New Jersey Division on Civil Rights, New York State Division of Human Rights, and New York City Commission on Human Rights.

By:
In-House Connect.

Credit:
This program is approved for CLE credit in the following states: New York, Pennsylvania, California, Illinois, Texas, Arkansas, Nevada. This program is pending CLE credit in the following states: Georgia, Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Wyoming and Wisconsin. This program is pending CLE and CPD credit for self-application by the attorney or for reciprocal CLE credit in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Québec, Rhode Island, South Carolina and Washington. We do NOT provide CLE for: Virginia or Mississippi.

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May 15: Basics of Accounting and Best Practices for Small Law Firms

Small law firms face unique problems that mid and large-sized law firms can solve with staffing. Solo practitioners, single owners, and multi-attorney practices, often wear many hats in addition to the title of attorney. Those hats usually include chief operating officer, chief financial officer, human resource director, and IT specialist, just to name a few. This CLE session will provide insights to assist you in the financial and operational best practices to make you more profitable and efficient in your day-to-day business.
Presented by LEAP Legal Software, featuring Scott Ross, firm consultant, and retired Certified Public Accountant, this one-hour seminar will provide general knowledge of accounting principles and provide operational best practices for small firm practitioners to improve your productivity and income generation.
Title:

Basics of Accounting and Best Practices for Small Law Firms

Date and Time:

Wednesday, May 15, 2024
12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speakers:

• Scott Ross
• Sy Sommer

CLE Credit:
This program is eligible for 1 hour(s) of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 1.2 hour(s) of CLE credit in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules.
Additional states may be requested upon completion of the course.

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LEAP Legal Software.

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April 16: Judicial Review of Public Health Laws: From Deference to Indifference with Wendy E. Parmet

For most of American history, courts granted significant deference to public health officials. This deference, which could be and was at times abused, was justified by numerous factors including the broad authority that legislatures granted to health agencies, respect for scientific expertise, and the high value that the law gave to public health, as expressed by the maxim salus populi suprema lex. 

This tradition of judicial deference to public health authorities eroded during the COVID-19 pandemic as courts heard thousands of challenges to COVID-19 related public health orders. Although most courts upheld most uses of public health powers during the pandemic, many courts, including the Supreme Court, replaced deference with deep skepticism of expertise and indifference to the public health effects of their decisions. This shift was especially apparent in Free Exercise challenges to public health orders, as well as cases reviewing the scope of authority of federal officials under the novel major questions doctrine.
Building upon the book, Constitutional Contagion: COVID, the Courts and Public Health, this talk will review the shift from deference to indifference during the pandemic and discuss its post-pandemic spillover, including in challenges to the authority of the FDA and EPA and childhood vaccine laws. The talk will also examine the connections between the decline of deference and threats to democracy and consider what this new judicial era may augur for public health.
Title:
Judicial Review of Public Health Laws: From Deference to Indifference with Wendy E. Parmet.
Elena and Miles Zaremski Law Medicine Forum
Webinar Date+Time:
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Eastern Time
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Speaker:

Professor Parmet

Wendy E. Parmet is the George J. and Kathleen Waters Matthews Distinguished Professor of Law and Professor of Public Policy and Urban Affairs at Northeastern University, where she is the faculty director of the Center on Health Policy and Law. An associate editor for the American Journal of Public Health, her most recent book is Constitutional Contagion: COVID, The Courts and Public Health (Cambridge University Press, 2023).
By:
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Credit:

• Ohio: 1 hour of online CLE credit, pending approval
• Other Jurisdictions: You may be able to self-apply to your credit-granting authority.

Cost:
Free and open to the public.

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May 15: The Corporate Transparency Act

In January of 2021, Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (‘CTA’), which requires many corporations, limited liability companies, and other entities created in or registered to do business in the United States to report information about their beneficial owners—the persons who ultimately own or control the company—to the Financial Crimes Information Network (‘FinCEN’). 

The purpose? To prevent the illicit use of the corporate form to shield money launderers, drug traffickers, terrorists, and other bad actors. 

Pursuant to FinCEN implementing regulations, the Act now requires newly formed qualifying entities to report their beneficial ownership, and existing entities to evaluate whether they qualify and if so, prepare to file in January of 2025. This CLE will review the CTA and provide a primer on what constitutes a ‘reporting company’ under the Act for purposes of triggering reporting requirements. It will then discuss the requirements for identifying beneficial owners, note compliance dates, and summarize the information that must be reported. Along the way, attendees will also learn about resources supporting relevant workflow. 

Attendees will obtain an introduction to the key requirements of the Corporate Transparency Act, including: 

• How to identify whether an entity qualifies as a ‘reporting company’ and thereby must report beneficial ownership information; 

• How to evaluate which individuals qualify as beneficial owners of a reporting company; 

• What information must be included in the report, and key effective dates and filing deadlines; and 

• Penalties for non-compliance Moreover, attendees will also learn best practices for learning more on specific CTA-related topics through available research resources.
Title:
The Corporate Transparency Act
Webinar Dates And Times:
May 15, 2024
3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time 

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Speaker:
Benjamin Knuth
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Mississippi, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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April 4, 12+14: Marijuana in the Workplace: An Update and a Look Forward

23 states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana in some form and a few more have decriminalized it. Four of these states and DC have legalized marijuana for recreational use as well as medical use. However, marijuana remains illegal under federal law and employers, regardless of whether or not marijuana is legal, likely will not want their employees using it at work. Please join this class for an overview of current marijuana laws, trends in the medical industry, and insight into how changing times will likely impact our current, drug-free workplaces. After completing this course, you will be able to understand the History of Marijuana Use. Understand the Current Legal Framework surrounding marijuana and its potential volatility. Examine the judicial trends of wrongful termination claims related to legalized marijuana usage. Understand current medical research and what may lie ahead. Explore the Complications of Determining Impairment and develop best practices for employers in this ever changing environment.
Title:
Marijuana in the Workplace: An Update and a Look Forward
Webinar Dates And Times:

• 10:30am - 11:30am Eastern - 4/4/2024
• 1:30pm - 2:30pm Eastern - 4/12/2024 
• 4:30pm - 5:30pm Eastern - 4/24/2024

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Speaker:
Patrick Zimmer
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, and Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

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