July 30: Legal Issues Affecting Farm Workers & Agricultural Employers

This session is an overview of several legal issues and requirements experienced by farm workers and agricultural employers, including wage and hour requirements, the federal H-2A Temporary Agricultural Worker program, and the Washington State Farm Labor Contractor Act. 

 The presenters will discuss common issues that rural attorneys may encounter or should be prepared to discuss with their clients, from both the worker’s and employer’s perspectives.
Title:
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Legal Issues Affecting Farm Workers & Agricultural Employers
WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series
Webinar Date+Time:
July 30, 2024
11:55 AM - 1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:

• Andrea Schmitt - Columbia Legal Services, Olympia, WA
• Sean M. Worley - Stokes Lawrence, P.S., Yakima, WA
• Chair: Ashley Cummins - Seattle University School of Law, Seattle, WA

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Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series, Presented in collaboration with the WSBA Small Town and Rural Practice (STAR) Committee, Sponsored by ALPS.
Credits:

• Washington State: 1.50 Law & Legal Procedure
• Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided on your request.

Cost:
Free to all members of the Washington State Bar Association.

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October 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:
I. Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients
II. Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
III. Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
IV. Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology,
V Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology,
V. Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology,
VI. 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 Time:
October 30, 2024
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern
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Speaker:
Jacquelyn LaCorte
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. 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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September 27: 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 Date And Time:
September 27, 2024
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern
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Speaker:
Tracy Duplantier
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and 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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November 27: 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: 

I. Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients 

II. Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology, 

III. Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, 

IV. Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, 

V Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology, 

V. Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology,

VI. 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:
November 27, 2024 

12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern 

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Speaker:
Jacquelyn LaCorte
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, 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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September 26: The Basics of Insurance for Construction and Legal Professionals

If you are a construction professional and believe you understand insurance well enough to protect yourself, your loved ones, your staff, your clients, and the public, think twice. We are dead serious. Insurance is an absolute necessity, and it's high time to buckle down and learn the basics as they apply to buildings and building.
In addition to inspection and testing, estimating, and quality and construction management services, for the past 20 years, our business has been involved in hundreds of building claims and litigation matters, including expert witness testimony. We have been hired to assess the liability of many thousands of project participants. In this program, we will leverage our experience to explain the importance of risk mitigation, outline the types of insurance relevant to the building industry, and define the roles of the various stakeholders at each step of the process.
While this program undoubtedly provides valuable insights for construction and legal professionals seeking to broaden their grasp of insurance as it pertains to their fields, insurance professionals can also find value in this program as a communication tool when engaging with clients who may not possess any prior insurance knowledge. The 'curse of knowledge' often leads experts to unintentionally presume a shared foundation of understanding on topics they encounter daily. Even when attempting to convey 'just the basics,' experts often grapple with the challenge of simplifying a subject they are deeply familiar with into plain, everyday language.
Learning Objectives

• Define the basic concepts of insurance in language anyone can easily comprehend.
• Explain the fundamentals of insurance as it applies to buildings and understand why they are important.
• Understand the types of coverage relevant to the construction industry and the legal issues associated with them.
• Examine real-world case studies to understand how insurance is involved in issues related to construction.

Title:
The Basics of Insurance for Construction and Legal Professionals
Date+Time Of Webinar:

Thursday, September 26, 2024
10:00am Pacific Time
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Credits:

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

Speakers:

• Pete Patterson, Expert, Pete Fowler Construction
• John Hochhausler, Partner, Manning & Kass, Ellrod, Ramirez, Trester LLP
• Walter Nelson, Casualty Claims Specialist, Tokio Marine HCC

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

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June 27: Ethical Considerations When Working with Parties of Diminished Capacity

Title:
Ethical Considerations When Working with Parties of Diminished Capacity
Date & Time:
Thursday, June 27, 2024

12:00pm – 1:00pm

Via Zoom - Register Now!

Credit:

1 Hour Ethics MCLE Credit

Speakers:

Gina Stein, Ralph Hughes, Richard Heller, and Tim Riley

Sponsor:

Collectively, mediators at West Coast Resolution Group, a division of the National Conflict Resolution Center, have participated in thousands of mediations and have witnessed countless strategies and practices used by lawyers in mediation.

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June 27: Tax Research FAQs: Tips on the What, Where, and How of Locating Tax Authority

As a matter of law, ethics and professional responsibility, tax practitioners must ensure the research that supports their advice is thorough, accurate, and up-to-date. The process can be uniquely challenging, requiring researchers to navigate a vast and diverse array of sources of tax authority, while weighing the nuanced relationships among them. This interactive session will provide a review of key federal and state materials pertinent to the tax practitioner, along with a series of time-saving best practices that address frequently asked questions about how to locate them efficiently. The course will be customized to attendees’ level of experience and specialties, as applicable, and will engage participants to test their knowledge of lesser-known research pathways and details about various types of tax primary materials.
This program will:
• Increase facility in locating key federal and state tax materials, with reference to the hierarchy of tax authority, sources of official publication, and common tools provided by tax research services
• Equip attendees with techniques to address some common challenges encountered in conducting research in regulatory, legislative, and administrative materials
• Enhance familiarity with secondary resources that can foster greater efficiency and productivity in tax research, including analytical, current awareness, and practical guidance materials available to attendees
• Focus awareness on recent tax developments incorporated in research hypotheticals and introduce methods that can assist practitioners in staying current with topics discussed
Title:
Tax Research FAQs: Tips on the What, Where, and How of Locating Tax Authority
Webinar Dates And Times:
June 27, 2024
3:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time
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Speaker:
Susan Trachta
Credit:
1 credit hour Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, 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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June 27: Everything Employers Should Know About the FTC Rule Banning Noncompetes and New DOL Overtime Rule

The Biden administration has been busy in recent months. First, the FTC issued its long-threatened rule banning nearly all noncompete agreements across the country. Not to be outdone, the DOL announced an increase in the minimum threshold for salaried employees from $35,568 to $43,888 on July 1, 2024, and then to $58,656 on January 1, 2025.
This webinar will provide practical answers to the following questions:

• What legal challenges have been filed to these rules, and what are the chances they will take effect?
• If the FTC rule takes effect, what types of agreements would be outlawed? What options are available for employers to limit post-employment competition through incentives or other means?
• What are other state and federal actors doing to limit the enforceability of noncompetes?
• What options are available for employers to comply with the changes to the minimum salary threshold under the FLSA?
• Can employers take credit for bonuses and incentives to meet the new threshold?
• What are the practical considerations in converting salaried exempt employees to an hourly rate?

Title:
Everything Employers Should Know About the FTC Rule Banning Noncompetes and New DOL Overtime Rule

Webinar Date+Time:

Thursday, June 27, 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:

• David L. Barron
• Susan N. Eisenberg
• Aaron Holt
• Cassandra Jacobsen
• Walter M. Stella

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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: Estimating Large Losses: When Does Xactimate Become the Wrong Tool

Our program is a 60-minute conversation about the right tools for Estimating Large Losses, with a lawyer, insurance professional, and a building expert consultant.
Small claims require
(1.) insurance professionals to figure out what's covered and not, and
(2.) building professionals to evaluate damage, define the scope of repair, and estimate costs. 

The large losses we work on are never that simple.
Xactimate is sophisticated software that allows professionals who don't have an extensive background in construction to quickly price the restoration of modest sized first party claims. It has come to serve as a common language between claims professionals and the insurance restoration industry.
Large losses often turn into medium size construction projects that should have professional construction contracting discipline applied. This begins with
(1.) defining (designing) the scope of repair, and
(2.) professionally estimating that work. 

There is an integrated collection of processes and documents, taught in architecture and engineering schools all over the world, for doing this, but they are often not applied in insurance restoration. We think they should be applied to large losses, to save money and decrease drama.
Learning Objectives

• Define what a large loss is.
• Review the process of investigating and estimating.
• Learn about evaluating cost estimates from other parties.
• Understand why large losses require conventional estimating techniques.
• Discuss the power and dangers of Xactimate.

Title:
Estimating Large Losses: When Does Xactimate Become the Wrong Tool
Date+Time Of Webinar:

Thursday, July 25, 2024
10:00am Pacific Time
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Credits:

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

Speakers:

• Mike Villalba, Lead Expert, Pete Fowler Construction
• Dave Luxa, Expert, Pete Fowler Construction
• Carla Braunstein, Partner, Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP

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

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September 25: Research Skills for IP Litigation

This program discusses the unique requirements, procedures, and challenges encountered in complex IP litigation and the research tools available at each phase of litigation. Resources for pre-suit diligence, complying with court rules, drafting briefs, pleadings and motions, researching expert witnesses, calculating damages, and incorporating analytics into your litigation strategy will be discussed.
Title:
Research Skills for IP Litigation
Webinar Date And Time:
September 25, 2024

12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern 

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Speaker:
Kristen Baginski
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and 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 26: Cyber Attack Mitigation

As technology progresses, law firms have a responsibility to protect client information. If those protection controls fail, safeguards should be in place to minimize damage. This one-hour continuing legal education session will explore the ethical rules governing attorneys’ duties to protect clients’ sensitive information. Moreover, learn simple ways to mitigate the risk when a bad actor, a person or group that intentionally harms digital systems of devices, gains access and exploits your vulnerabilities for financial gain.
Title:

Cyber Attack Mitigation

Date and Time:

Wednesday, June 26, 2024
12:00pm to 01:00pm EDT
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Speakers:
Carl Mazzanti, Co-Founder and President of eMazzanti Technologies, CISSP, leads one of the premier IT consulting services for businesses throughout the New York metropolitan area and internationally. The firm manages the Cyber Security coverage for over 400 active organizations ranging from professional services firms to Municipalities and Police Departments to high-end global retailers. The firm is all about delivering powerful, efficient, Cyber Security tools and outsourced IT services, such as computer network management and troubleshooting, threat hunting, PCI DSS compliance, security awareness implementations, mobile workforce technology, malware remediation, cloud computing, and business continuity and disaster recovery.
Sy Justin Sommer is the Director of Litigation Success at LEAP Legal Software. Sy is a 2010 graduate of Fordham Law School and is an attorney admitted to practice in the State of New York. Sy began his career in the Family Law Department of Manhattan law firm Davidoff Hutcher & Citron LLP. After three years with DHC, Sy took a role with JPMorgan Chase Bank in Brooklyn, NY where he served as an Associate Vice President Senior Counsel in the bank’s Mortgage Banking Litigation group. In 2018, Sy sought to apply his legal education and experience in the legal technology space and joined LEAP with excitement to further the company’s mission of helping attorneys to be more productive with cloud technology. Despite being a born and raised New Yorker, Sy currently resides in Jersey City, New Jersey.
CLE Credit:
LEAP will seek MCLE accreditation in CA, CT, FL, IL, NJ, NY, PA, and RI. Additional states may be requested upon completion of the course.
Additional states may be requested upon completion of the course.

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LEAP Legal Software.

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October 24: Evaluating & Estimating Water Damage Restoration and Mold Claims Webinar

Evaluating & Estimating Water Damage Restoration and Mold Claims is intended to help claims professionals understand water intrusion investigations, mold management, and estimating the costs of restoration. We handle a surprising number of these claims-gone-bad through the litigation process
Investigating building leaks is a well developed profession with it's own collection of professional consensus standards governing best practices, and we will explain them.
While mold is not weapons grade plutonium, but it is a health concern for immunocompromised people, and when found in the built environment it means there is a moisture problem that needs to be professionally diagnosed, solved, and remediated. There are professional standards for making sure mold does not grow when water has suddenly been introduced into a building, and for remediation when it's found.
Cost estimating is a profession with specialized skills, training, education, and certifications; but it’s not rocket science. There is some math, so it’s scary to a lot of people. There are many moving parts to a remediation estimate, including one from Xactimate, but the idea is simple: What does it take to restore the building? We will explain all of this as simply and clearly as possible.
Learning Objectives

• Review the process of investigating water intrusion claims
• Explain the dangers of mold and how they can be avoided
• Understand the process of estimating restoration costs
• Learn about evaluating cost estimates from other parties
• Discuss the power and dangers of Xactimate
• Examine Case Studies.

Title:
Evaluating & Estimating Water Damage Restoration and Mold Claims Webinar
Date+Time Of Webinar:

Thursday, October 24, 2024
10:00am Pacific Time 

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Credits:

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

Speakers:

• Mike Villalba, Lead Expert, Pete Fowler Construction
• Parker Anderson, Consultant, Pete Fowler Construction
• Robert von Esch, IV, Partner, Von Esch Law Group

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

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June 24: Mental Health for In-House Counsel: How In-House Legal Teams Can Extinguish Burnout

It’s no secret that work-life balance is a hot-button issue, but it’s rarely put into practice. When it comes to in-house legal professionals, you’re not immune to burnout. In fact, high-performers like you are often more susceptible.
Join us on Monday, June 24, 2024 at 12pm ET/9am PT for the next edition of our IHC Mental Health Series as Krista Russell, Head of Legal, Supply Chain, Airbus US Space & Defense, Bob Levant, Founder/CEO of the Iron Advocate Mindset, and Mary Curtin, Growth Manager, LinkSquares, will explore key tips to combat burnout and the knock-on effects of exhaustion, cynicism, and sloppy work. While extinguishing burnout is a tall order, we believe the right tool, task, and culture shifts can reduce the perpetual overwhelm that legal teams endure.
Discussion topics include:

• What burnout really is–beyond the buzzword
• How to effectively combat burnout
• Proactive steps you can take to set yourself up for success
• And more!

Who should attend?
All members of corporate legal departments who suffer from stress and/or feel burnout!

Title:

Mental Health for In-House Counsel: How In-House Legal Teams Can Extinguish Burnout

Date+Time:

Monday, June 24, 2024
12pm ET/9am PT

Live Zoom Continuing Legal Education Program - Register Now!

Speakers:

• Krista L. Russell is Deputy General Counsel for Airbus OneWeb Satellites on the Space Coast of Florida and Adjunct Professor of Law at University of Miami School of Law, where she teaches Transactional Skills. She is also the creator and founder of General Counsel U – a private coaching community for law students, private practice attorneys desiring to move in-house, or current in-house counsel looking to level up their careers. Krista is a two-time graduate from the University of Central Florida and earned her JD from Seton Hall University School of Law. She has practiced in-house for her entire 15 year career, and is passionate about the area where business and law intersect. Krista is a recipient of the Orlando Business Journal 40 Under 40 Award (2021), the FedEx Five Star Award (2016) and Ambassador’s Club Award (2019), and the Pittsburgh Business Journal BusinessWomen First Award (2016). She is exceedingly joyful to be the mom of Nico, Gabriella, and Milana, married to her husband Jamie, and bonus mom to his four children.
• Mary Curtin is legal tech | growth marketing & communications
• Bob Levant embodies the term “Philadelphia Lawyer.” During his 25 year legal career, Bob litigated thousands of cases, successfully representing clients in many high-profile civil and criminal matters, including capital murder. In 2018, he secured the largest malicious prosecution civil rights verdict in Pennsylvania history when a jury awarded his client $10 million. Navigating clients through some of the most politically-charged and legally-complex cases and crises any lawyer could face, Bob mastered the art of strategic problem solving and resilience. With a client roster that includes college and professional athletes, elected officials, political power brokers, and celebrities, Bob deftly guided them through events that unfolded both behind the scenes and in the public eye, where decisions were often made strategically in real time, dealing with facts and media coverage that changed by the moment. His willingness, over the course of his legal career, to acknowledge and confront the struggle, self doubt, and deep vulnerability that accompany trial work differentiates him from most litigators.

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In-House Connect is an online in-house counsel networking group, comprised of over 15,000 members across the United States. In-House Connect's mission is to help in-house counsel form meaningful connections with one another and cultivate key skills so that together we can advance our careers, derive greater job satisfaction, and provide maximum value to the organizations we serve.

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.

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September 20: Supercharge Labor & Employment Legal Research & Writing

Employment law is evolving at a rapid pace. Whether your practice focus is on litigation, compliance, or drafting, you must be prepared to anticipate and incorporate judicial, statutory, and regulatory changes at a moment’s notice.

This course provides background on emerging issues with tips for using the right research tools to give you the confidence that your work is current and complete.
Title:
Supercharge Labor & Employment Legal Research & Writing
Webinar Date And Time:
September 20, 2024
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:

• Bobby Puri
• Julie Webster-Matthews

Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and 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 3, 4, 10, 13+21: Online Legal Research and Resources

The many ways technology can aid attorneys in locating the best and most on point statutes, caselaw, secondary materials and all relevant materials can be overwhelming. The comments to the model rules of professional conduct governing attorneys state that “to maintain competency a lawyer should keep abreast…[of] the benefits and risks associated with relevant technology.” The goal of this course is to assist attorneys in navigating online legal research, so they feel more confident and competent when researching subjects important to their work. This CLE is an interactive scenario-based course that considers the daily tasks that attendees may be required to perform.
Title:
Online Legal Research and Resources
Webinar Dates And Times:

• June 3, 2024 - 3 pm EST
• June 4, 2024 - 10:30 am EST
• June 10, 2024 - 3 pm EST
• June 13, 2024 - 1:30 pm EST
• June 21, 2024 - 10:30 am EST

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Speaker:
Shelby Boyd
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, 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

June 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 Dates And Times:
June 20, 2024

1:00pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time

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Speakers:
Robin McManigal, Jen Stringfield
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Texas, Vermont, 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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July 30: Defective Notices to Appear

The ABA Children’s Immigration Law Academy (CILA) invites you to a webinar presentation The ABA Children’s Immigration Law Academy (CILA) invites you to join us as experts from the National Immigration Litigation Alliance (NILA) discuss recent issues and developments in case law, including those surrounding defective notices to appear (NTAs).
During this webinar, NILA cover:

• Defective NTA issues generally and including:
• Campos-Chaves v. Garland, No. 22-674, argued before the Supreme Court in January 2024;
• Matter of Aguilar-Hernandez, 28 I. & N. Dec. 774 (BIA 2024);
• Suate-Orellana v. Garland, (9th Cir. 2024), and other select circuit court decisions; and  
• Flores v. Garland, No. CV 85-4544-DMG (AGRx) (C.D. Cal. Apr. 3, 2024), the recent decision enforcing the Flores agreement regarding children in immigration detention on Open Air Detention Sites (OADS).

Title:
Defective Notices to Appear
Date/Time:

July 30, 2024 

3:00 PM EDT / 2:00 PM CDT / 1:00 PM MDT / 12:00 PM PDT.

 Register Now!
Speakers:

• Trina Realmuto, Executive Director, NILA  
• Kristin Macleod-Ball, Senior Staff Attorney, NILA  

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ABA Children's Immigration Law Academy (CILA).
Credit:
The ABA will seek 1.5 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 1.8 hours of CLE credit for this program in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. Please visit www.americanbar.org/mcle for general information on CLE at the ABA. Please visit www.americanbar.org/mcle for general information on CLE at the ABA.

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June 20: How Technology Can Make or Break the Prosecution or Defense of Your Trucking Case

Topics for discussion include:

• Pre- and post-litigation
• How your cell phone can strengthen or weaken your case
• What other technologies are now available on transportation vehicles?

Title:

How Technology Can Make or Break the Prosecution or Defense of Your Trucking Case

Date+Time:
June 20, 2024
2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:

• Lars Daniel, Practice Leader, Digital Forensics, Envista Forensics 
• Bradley Higgins, Group Manager, EDR Technologies, Mecanica Scientific Services 
• Yaron Shaham, Esq., Kahana Feld

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.

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Perrin Conferences.

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September 18: Research Skills for Litigators

Litigation today involves numerous tasks, encompassing investigative research, legal research and much more. This seminar walks you through a lawsuit from start to finish, focusing on the various tasks associated with the litigation and the research tools available at each phase of the litigation. Resources for practical guidance, drafting conducting discovery of lay witnesses, expert witness research, calculating damages, monitoring issues, and incorporating analytics into your litigation strategy will be discussed.
Title:
Research Skills for Litigators
Webinar Date And Time:
September 18, 2024
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern
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Speaker:
Angela Chmielewski
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, and 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 19: Boiled Up in “Boilerplate” – Crafting Contracts Navigating Ethical Challenges and Pitfalls

Join LawPay's Director of Education, Claude Ducloux, in this informative one-hour CLE webinar as he delves into the perils of relying on outdated contract templates and the ethical considerations associated with negligent drafting. 

Claude will cover key topics, including defining boilerplate, strategies for ensuring mutual understanding, and the importance of considering additional provisions that may expand legal duties. Gain valuable insights into the dangers of choice of law provisions, torts implications, and the use of waivers and dispute resolution requirements. 

This session will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of damages, indemnity, and ethical rules surrounding contracts, along with practical strategies to safeguard yourself and invaluable advice on best practices for effective contract provisions.

Title:
Boiled Up in “Boilerplate” – Crafting Contracts Navigating Ethical Challenges and Pitfalls
Date+Time:
Wednesday, June 19, 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 webinars are granted credits in most states.

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July 18: Courts and Researchers are Increasingly Focused on Genomics in Mass Tort Cancer Cases

Topics for discussion include:

• Flexible reporting of sequencing results
• Recent genomics rulings and motions
• Examples of genetic data missing from medical records
• Litigating the consequences of missing genetic data
• Prevalence of genomic mesotheliomas estimated at 20%
• Leveraging the value of tumor sequencing data
• CADD scores and VAF percentages
• Key recent papers on genomics and asbestos cancers
• Obtaining genetic data from commercial sequencing businesses
• Flexible reporting of sequencing results
• Trio sequencing for birth defects and parental exposure.cases.

Title:

Courts and Researchers are Increasingly Focused on Genomics in Mass Tort Cancer Cases

Date+Time:
July 18, 2024
2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

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Speakers:
Kirk T. Hartley, Principal at LSP Group and ToxicoGenomica
Leonel van Zyl, PhD., ToxicoGenomica, CEO, ArrayXpress Inc.
Michael Zapata III, Executive Chairman, ArrayXpress, Inc. and Protochips Inc.
CLE Credit:

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

By:

Perrin Conferences. Sponsored by ToxicoGenomica.

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July 18: The Ethics of Law Firm Communication: How to Avoid a Grievance

Many attorneys fear the day they get a thick envelope delivered from their state bar. Grievances, even those filed frivolously, are enough to make your heart skip a couple beats. Avoiding grievances (and the oh-so-fun disciplinary actions that accompany them) is paramount to safeguarding both your reputation and your license to practice law. This free CLE will delve into the strategies, best practices, and pitfalls of protecting yourself against malpractice claims, as well as how to keep you on the right side of your ethical guidelines.
Join attorney Jordan Turk as she takes you through the top common disciplinary complaints filed against attorneys, and how to avoid them altogether. Sometimes the issue lies with client communication, or a careless bookkeeping mistake. Regardless of the cause, there are easy strategies to implement to keep yourself out of disciplinary action crosshairs.
‍In this free CLE webinar, you’ll learn:

• Identifying ethical concerns in your everyday law practice
• Best practices and sample policies for client communication, trust accounting, and employee oversight
• Strategies for keeping client and law firm information secure
• The impact of AI in attorney grievance.

Title:

The Ethics of Law Firm Communication: How to Avoid a Grievance
Date/Time:
July 18, 2024
11:00 AM PDT
Webinar - Register Now!
Speaker:
Jordan Turk is a practicing attorney in Texas, and the Legal Technology Advisor at Smokeball. Her family law expertise includes complex property division and contentious custody cases, as well as appeals and prenuptial agreements. In addition to her family law practice, she’s passionate about legal technology and how it can revolutionize law firms.
In Hacking Law Firm Success with Jordan Turk, she interviews law firm founders about how they grew and scaled their practices, as well as their ethos behind managing a firm.
Credit:
This program is eligible for 1 hour of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 50 minutes of CLE credit in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. CLE credit has been applied for in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IA, MN, MO, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WV, WI, and WY. For states not listed above, you may still apply for reciprocity CLE credit if applicable.
By:
Smokeball

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July 18: Collecting Difficult Stuff: Considerations for Social Media and Third-party Application Collection & Emerging Applications to Consider for Collection

Join us for an insightful webinar on "Collecting Difficult Stuff: Considerations for Social Media and Third-party Application Collection & Emerging Applications to Consider for Collection," where we will explore the complexities of data collection from social media and messaging platforms. This hour-long session will delve into crucial topics such as the challenges of data possession, custody, and control in social media and the unique difficulties presented by ephemeral messaging. Attendees will learn best practices for collecting ephemeral messages, understand the risks associated with relying on screenshots, and gain insights into the apps and trends that will shape the future of data collection in eDiscovery. We will provide practical guidance and emerging strategies to navigate these evolving challenges, ensuring a thorough and defensible collection process.
Title:
Collecting Difficult Stuff: Considerations for Social Media and Third-party Application Collection & Emerging Applications to Consider for Collection

Webinar Date+Time:

July 18, 2024 

1:00 pm EDT 

Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:

CLE is approved in NY, PA, CA, IL, TX, and NV. NJ and FL are approved through reciprocity. All other jurisdictions will be applied for upon request. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Nicole Marie Gill
• Caitlin L. Oyler

By:

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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June 11, 17+19: 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 lawyers 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 product 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:

• June 11, 2024 - 1:30pm
• June 17, 2024 - 4:30pm
• June 19, 2024 - 10:30am

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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, Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

October 17: Improving Law Firm Operations with Streamlined Policies and Practices

Running a law firm efficiently requires more than just legal expertise. Unfortunately, most law schools do not offer courses on the business of law, so many of us fly blindly into firm management. A lot of firm owners don’t even know if their businesses are truly profitable! 

Running and growing a practice demands robust policies, streamlined practices, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This free CLE is designed to equip you with the tools and knowledge you need to elevate your firm's operations to the next level.
Join attorney Jordan Turk as she takes you through practical strategies to streamline your firm’s policies and practices, reducing inefficiencies and boosting productivity. You'll also learn how successful law firms have implemented streamlined operations, as well as the pitfalls they wish they could’ve avoided when growing their practices.
‍In this free CLE webinar, you’ll learn:

• How to implement effective policies to streamline both case and administrative operations
• Workflow processes to aid in proper time management and task delegation
• Strategies for enhancing client management.

Title:

Improving Law Firm Operations with Streamlined Policies and Practices
Date/Time:
October 17, 2024
11:00 AM PDT
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Speaker:
Jordan Turk is a practicing attorney in Texas, and the Legal Technology Advisor at Smokeball. Her family law expertise includes complex property division and contentious custody cases, as well as appeals and prenuptial agreements. In addition to her family law practice, she’s passionate about legal technology and how it can revolutionize law firms.
Jordan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a B.A. in Classics, History, and Religious Studies and then went on to attend the University of Arkansas School of Law to earn her J.D. After almost four years of practice with a high-asset family law firm in Houston (and after being frustrated at the lack of automation in her firm), she discovered the world of legal technology which ultimately brought her to Smokeball.
In Hacking Law Firm Success with Jordan Turk, she interviews law firm founders about how they grew and scaled their practices, as well as their ethos behind managing a firm.
Credit:
This program is eligible for 1 hour of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 50 minutes of CLE credit in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. CLE credit has been applied for in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IA, MN, MO, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, OK, OR, PA, TN, TX, UT, VT, WA, WV, WI, and WY. For states not listed above, you may still apply for reciprocity CLE credit if applicable.
By:
Smokeball

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June 18: How to Write a Privacy Statement

Join the WSBA's Privacy and Data Security Committee for a follow-on discussion on privacy statements. In this CLE, we will review best practices and tips when drafting a privacy statement.

Title:

How to Write a Privacy Statement
Webinar Date+Time:
June 18, 2024
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:

• Olivia Holder - Atlassian, Sydney, Australia 
• Laura Lemire - Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt PC, Seattle, WA 
• Amy Weston - Carney Badley Spellman, PS, Seattle, WA

By:
Washington State Bar Association; Developed in partnership with the WSBA Business Law Section.

Credits:

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

Cost:
Free.

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June 18: How to Maximize Scalability as a New Law Firm

Learn how to achieve sustainable growth and success at your new firm—without succumbing to burnout. Looking to scale your own firm? As you embark on this exciting journey, it’s normal to struggle with balancing different tasks, handling busy schedules, and working within time limits.
To successfully establish and scale your practice, you need systems and processes that empower you to work smarter, not harder.
On June 18th, join us for a three-part special-edition webinar, where we’ll unlock the secrets to setting up your firm for long-term success. Gain valuable insights on streamlining internal processes, creating a compelling brand that attracts clients, and building a robust infrastructure with the right technology.
Title:
How to Maximize Scalability as a New Law Firm Ensure your firm is built to last
Date+Time:
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 

10 a.m. PT | 1 p.m. ET 

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Credit:
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.
Speakers:
Arique Dross III is the Founder of The Dross Law Firm, based out of New York, which focuses on child welfare. As a former foster child, foster parent, ACS prosecutor, assistant district attorney, and current parent, Arique offers clients raw experience, insightful representation, and strategic solutions. Since staring in January 2022, the firm has spent nearly 3,500 hours in and out of the courtroom helping approximately 150 clients and doubled the firm size from 1 to 2 attorneys. His firm is also a recipient the 2023 Reisman Award for Best New Law.
Steve Vondran has been practicing law since 2004 and focuses on on civil litigation relating to intellectual property and internet disputes. He started his law firm, Vondran Legal®, and focused on real estate law during the financial meltdown. He later switched gears into his true love–intellectual property law–and built his firm, from scratch, using social media to build his practice. Through social media, including his popular YouTube channel, he generates approximately 10-20 new leads per day.
Amy Willms is an Account Executive at Clio, working with legal professionals from small and mid-size firms to drive customer-centric solutions. With a strong background in onboarding and consulting she is dedicated to enhancing the user experience while optimizing legal workflows.

Sponsor:
Clio

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July 17: Navigating The Startup Ecosystem: A Comprehensive Guide To Launching And Growing Your Business

Join Lloyd Smith, Esq., for an insightful webinar on the fundamentals of business formation. This session will cover the key aspects of starting a business, including choosing the right legal structure, and understanding tax implications. 

Whether you are an entrepreneur, a startup enthusiast, or a small business owner, this presentation will provide valuable guidance to help you make informed decisions and set your business up for success.

Title:

Navigating The Startup Ecosystem: A Comprehensive Guide To Launching And Growing Your Business

Date+Time:
Wednesday, July 17, 2023

12:00pm – 1:00pm Pacific
Advance registration required: register via Humanitix by noon the day of the program to receive a link.!
About the Speaker:
Lloyd Smith, Esq., is a detail-oriented Corporate Attorney and the founder of Jet Legal Services. Based in Los Angeles, CA, Lloyd is admitted to practice in both California and New York. He specializes in healthcare law, business law, regulatory compliance, and tax planning. With a robust background that includes a Juris Doctor from Golden Gate University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Kennesaw State University, Lloyd combines legal and financial expertise to support his clients. Known for his strategic guidance, tenacious problem-solving skills, and strong client relationships, Lloyd is dedicated to enhancing legal and operational efficiencies for businesses and individuals alike.

Credit:
California: 1 hour participatory MCLE credit. 

In some other states, you may be able to self-apply for credit.

By:
Alameda County Law Library

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June 18: Crimmigration & Delinquent Conduct: Nuts & Bolts for Advocates serving Unaccompanied Youth

The ABA Children’s Immigration Law Academy (CILA) invites you to a webinar presentation The ABA Children’s Immigration Law Academy (CILA) invites you to join us as experts from the Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) and St. Mary’s University School of Law provide an introduction to addressing juvenile delinquencies and criminal convictions in unaccompanied children’s cases. We will provide information on what is considered delinquent conduct and the potential impact of delinquent or criminal conduct on a youth’s immigration case, including how to analyze the inadmissibility grounds for common relief options, such as Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS). The training will also provide some general information about juvenile records.
This training is geared towards anyone at a legal service provider who works with unaccompanied children, including attorneys and legal staff. All are welcome!
Title:
Crimmigration & Delinquent Conduct: Nuts & Bolts for Advocates serving Unaccompanied Youth
Date/Time:
June 18, 2024
The training will be held from 2:00-3:15 pm CT.

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Speakers:
Speakers will include:
• Marion (“Mickey”) Donovan-Kaloust, Legal Services Director, ImmDef
• Erica Schommer, Clinical Professor of Law, St. Mary’s University School of Law
• Amelia Friedman, Staff Attorney, CILA

By:

ABA Children's Immigration Law Academy (CILA).
Credit:
The ABA will seek 1.0 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states, and 1.2 hours of CLE credit for this program in 50-minute states. Credit hours are estimated and are subject to each state’s approval and credit rounding rules. Please visit www.americanbar.org/mcle for general information on CLE at the ABA.

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November 13: 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.

Title:
Complex Cases Simplified: Gaining Logistical Control from Calendaring to Courtroom
Date/Time:
Wednesday, November 13, 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:
* This course has been approved in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin*.
This webinar is pending approval in the following states: Arkansas
* In Wisconsin, pending approval for Law Practice Management 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.

By:

Veritext

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June 14+26: 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 changingU 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
• 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:

• June 14, 2024 - 1:30pm - 2:30pm Eastern Time
• June 26, 2024 - 4:30pm - 5:30pm Eastern Time

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, West Virginia, Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis

June 13: Working Wellness: Healthy Solutions for Lawyer Well-Being

The legal profession is a very high-stress environment and lawyers experience mental health concerns at higher rates than the general population. Therefore, it is imperative that lawyers find avenues to support their well-being that will enable them to thrive in their personal and professional lives.

In this program, lawyers will learn strategies to create more work-life harmony and make decisions that are guided by their values. Lawyers will also learn skills to set clear personal and professional boundaries to help manage stress and support their mental wellness. Additionally, lawyers will be given a framework to incorporate self-care more easily into their daily routines.

Title:
Working Wellness: Healthy Solutions for Lawyer Well-Being
A FREE Clifford Law Offices CLE Webinar 

When/Where:
Thursday, June 13, 2024
3:00 to 4:00 pm CST 

Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speaker:
Erin Clifford, J.D., M.A., Director of Marketing and Business Development, Clifford Law Offices Founder, Erin Clifford Wellness
By:
Clifford Law Offices
Credit:

• Illinois: Approved for 1.0 hour of Professional Responsibility credit (mental health, and substance abuse) from the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.
• Iowa: Approved for 1.0 hour of Ethics credit (wellness) from the Iowa Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education.
• Missouri: Approved for 1.2 Ethics hours from the Missouri Bar MCLE Department.
• Ohio: Approved for 1 hour of Attorney Professional Conduct by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education.
• Other Jurisdictions: You may check with your credit-granting authority to see how to apply for credits.

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December 11: 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: 

I. Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients 

II. Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology, 

III. Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, 

IV. Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, 

V Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology, 

V. Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology,

 VI. 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:
December 11, 2024 

12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern

Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Jacquelyn LaCorte
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, 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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July 11: Navigating Compliance: Understanding the EPA TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule and its Impact on Businesses

On September 28, 2023, the US Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule that provides the public with the largest-ever dataset of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) manufactured in the United States through the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 

All entities, regardless of size, that manufactured and/or imported PFAS or PFAS-containing articles since 2011 have until May 8, 2025 to report a panoply of PFAS data. Failure to fully comply and report all reasonably ascertainable information may result in severe penalties and regulatory enforcement actions. This announcement has generated “compliance panic” among the thousands of U.S. companies that manufactured and imported PFAS and PFAS-containing articles of commerce over the past 13 years.
Join MG+M Partners Brian Gross and Howard Goldberg, and environmental consultant and former EPA Regional Administrator Mary Gade for an in-depth discussion about the recent TSCA PFAS reporting rule and its implications for businesses. The webinar will cover the intricacies of the rule, delve into the regulatory requirements, discuss the compliance deadlines, and explore best practices for compliance. Topics include:

• Overview of the TSCA PFAS rule (deadlines, requirements)
• Determination of reporting requirements and the collection of data
• Best practices for complying with the rule and protection of sensitive business information
• Potential challenges and pitfalls to avoid while navigating the process.

Title:

Navigating Compliance: Understanding the EPA TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule and its Impact on Businesses

Date+Time:
July 11, 2024
2:00-3:30 p.m. ET

Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:

• Mary Gade, Founder Gade Environmental Group and former EPA Regional Administrator
• Brian D. Gross, Esq., MG+M The Law Firm
• Howard P. Goldberg, Esq., MG+M The Law Firm

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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June 12: Social Media – Discovery, Ethics, Evidence & Sanctions

We’ll review the pervasive world of social media providing counsel with focused information on its integral presence in the practice of law from an ethical, discovery, evidentiary and practice perspective. Technology advancements have created many grey areas in terms of reasonable expectations of privacy and have blurred the lines of public and private identities. Ethical considerations and requirements, as well as new case precedents, mistrials and sanctions are popping up daily throughout the country due to the misuse and lack of understanding of the affect social media now has in the work environment and practice of law. Class participants will be armed with specific techniques and tools to identify and collect evidence from social media sources. 
This webinar reviews:

• What is social based media?
• Why is social based media important to attorneys?
• How social media can cost you: public pitfalls and poor judgement
• What should you be considering ethically?
• Online research tools and resources
• Ways to consider and capture social media evidence
• Considerations when developing social media policies
• Jurors, Social Media, Judges & Mistrials.

Title:
Social Media – Discovery, Ethics, Evidence & Sanctions
Date/Time:
Wednesday, June 12, 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:

• This course has been approved in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, West Virginia.
• This webinar is pending approval in the following states: Minnesota, New Mexico, Utah, 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.
• In other jurisdictions, you might self-apply for credit.

By:

Veritext

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