Saturday, November 22, 2025

Free CLE Webinars

November 2025 Free CLE

November 25:
* Protected or Concealed? A Review Quality Assurance Privilege in NY. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
November 26: 

December 2025 Free CLE


December 2:
* The Sidewalks of New York: Trip, Slip and Fall Cases in the Five Boroughs. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
* Breached! Cybersecurity 101. By LexisNexis.
December 3:
* Ghosts of Coverage Past: Benefit Issues in PI Actions. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
December 4:
* Lost Canadian? A Guide to Canadian Citizenship Claims. By WSBA International Practice Section.
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December 10:
* Search Smarter, Not Harder: Digital Research Hacks for Real Lawyers. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
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January 13:
* New York Settlement Math Made Easy. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
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Thursday, November 20, 2025

November 21: Advanced Appellate Advocacy Seminar

The Eighth District Court of Appeals, in partnership with the Cleveland State University College of Law, is offering an all-day CLE, featuring Eighth District Court of Appeals judges and staff attorneys, along with esteemed practitioners and legal scholars. The seminar will focus on advanced topics in civil and criminal appeals.
Title:
Advanced Appellate Advocacy Seminar
Webinar Date+Time:
Friday, November 21, 2025
9:00am - 3:45pm Eastern Time
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 By:
CSU College of Law
Credit:
  • Ohio: 6.0 hours
  • Other Jurisdictions: You may be able to self-apply to your credit-granting authority.
Speakers And Agenda:
  • I. Record Issues in the Digital Era. (9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.)
    Preserving an accurate record is an essential prerequisite to a thorough appeal of any case. Staff from the Eighth District Court of Appeals, the Cuyahoga County Clerk of Court’s Office and the Cuyahoga County Court Reporters along with Judge Brendan Sheehan from the Cuyahoga County Court of Court of Common Pleas will take a deep dive into the best practices for ensuring that the record is properly maintained and secured for appellate review. The panel will discuss best practices both inside and outside the courtroom to ensure all record items, particularly exhibits, are properly maintained for appellate review.
    • Featured Moderator: Erin M. O’Toole, Court Administrator, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speakers: Judge Brendan Sheehan, Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Bruce Bishilany, Court Reporter, Krystal Lawyer, Cuyahoga County Clerk of Court’s Office, Criminal Division Manager, Toni Farkas, Staff Attorney, Eighth District Court of Appeals
  • II. The Art of Persuasion. (9:45-10:30 a.m.)
    Appellate advocacy is hard. Courts tend to affirm, but we ask them to reverse. How can we do that? How can we persuade Judges to rule the other way? From Aristotle to Scalia, advice on persuading judges abounds. Yet all writers tend to agree on one thing: Persuasion is an art, not a science. In this segment, we'll try to refine our skills at the art of persuasion, while also gaining some practical, battle tested techniques to do so.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Eileen T. Gallagher, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speaker: · Professor Doron Kalir, CSU Law
  • BREAK: 10:30-10:45 a.m.
  • III. Oral Argument: Dos, Don’ts and Persuasion Pointers (10:45 - 11:15 a.m.)
    Oral argument is an advocate’s last opportunity to make your case. Make the most of your chance to address and be addressed by the court that will be deciding your case. Former Ohio Supreme Court Justices Michael Donnelly and Melody Stewart will share their insights and experience on what they found to be effective and persuasive during their years on the bench. Guided conversation led by Judge Lisa B. Forbes of the Eighth District Court of Appeals.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Lisa Forbes, Eighth District Court of Appeals, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speakers:· Hon. Michael Donnelly, Hon. Melody Stewart (ret.)
  • IV. Generative AI 101 for Courts: Hallucinations, Deepfakes, and the Record (11:15 - 12:15 p.m.)
    This engaging 60-minute session—moderated by Judge Mary J. Boyle—will map the AI landscape for appellate and trial lawyers, from how generative models work to where they fail, with highlights from recent ethics opinions addressing the use of generative AI in the practice of law. The distinguished panel will demystify AI “hallucinations” (why large language models fabricate outputs), review real-world sanctions and litigation missteps (including the surge of AI use among pro se litigants), and survey emerging court rules that require AI-use certifications. This AI session will also explore the growing problem of AI deepfakes and how they affect all lawyers and courts. The discussion will include real-life examples of AI deepfakes and their consequences. Attendees will come away with concrete takeaways to prevent, detect, and respond to AI hallucinations and deepfakes.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Mary J. Boyle, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speakers: Professor Mehtab Khan, CSU Law, Steve Delchin, Senior Attorney, Squire Patton Boggs, Thomas P. Ryan, Ryan Injury Attorneys, LLP
  • BREAK: 12:15-12:30 p.m.
  • V. Keynote presentation: The Social Determinants of Health (12:30-2:00 p.m.)
    • The Social Determinants of Health (“SDOH”) are conditions in which people are born, live, work, learn, and play that affect population health, functioning, quality of life and risks, health equity, and overall well-being. The SDOH often play a role in bringing litigants into the judicial system. Jasmine Howard will present an introduction to the social determinants of health. Wendy Parmet will present on the ways in which the SDOH interact with the law and ways in which the appellate practice may be impacted by the SDOH.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Emanuella Groves, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speaker: Professor Wendy Parmet, Northeastern University, Director Jasmine Howard, Northeastern University
  • VI. “Fresh Perspectives – Views From New Appellate Judges” (2:00-2:30 p.m.)
    In this moderated panel discussion, Ohio’s newest appellate judges in Northeast Ohio will provide an up close and personal perspective on their respective appellate courts and share recommended best practices for appellate practitioners.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Michael J. Ryan, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speakers: Judge Deena Calabrese, Eighth District Court of Appeals, Judge Scott Lynch, Eleventh District Court of Appeals
  • BREAK: 2:30-2:45 p.m.
  • VII. Year End Review – Impactful Decisions in Appellate Law (2:45-3:45 p.m.)
    Judicial and staff attorneys from the Eighth District Court of Appeals will recap relevant developments in appellate law including important decisions from the Eighth and the Ohio Supreme Court. Topics include final appealable order decisions, updates to local appellate rules, the use of issue bootstrapping in appeals, the party presentation rule, confrontation clause decisions and an update on the legal status of mandatory firearm specifications.
    • Featured Moderator: Judge Michelle Sheehan, Eighth District Court of Appeals
    • Featured Speakers: Brandon French, Staff Attorney, Eighth District Court of Appeals, Romie Daher, Judicial Attorney, Eighth District Court of Appeals, Darci Del Torto, Eighth District Court of Appeals

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November 21+25: Diving Deeper into Legal Research Potential: Advanced Online Legal Research Concepts

American business man and former CEO of Microsoft Steve Ballmer once stated, “The number one benefit of information technology is that it empowers people to do what they want to do. It lets people be creative. It lets people be productive. It lets people learn things they didn't think they could learn before, and so in a sense it is all about potential.” The goal of this course today is to harnessing the potential as attorneys to learn things about online legal research you didn’t think you could learn before. This course is going to be a deeper dive into online legal research. 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 Date+Time:
November 21, 2025 : 10:15am - 11:30am Eastern Time
November 25, 2025 : 1:15pm - 2:30pm Eastern Time 
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Ethan Basham
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, 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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November 21: Navigating Ethical Waters in Modern Legal Practice: The Use of Open Web and Generative AI for Legal Research

In an increasingly digital world, legal professionals face unique challenges in ensuring the integrity, reliability, and ethical use of online resources for research and documentation. 
In this CLE course, legal professionals will explore the ethical implications and best practices for utilizing open web resources and generative AI tools in legal research. Attendees will gain insights into the potential risks and benefits of these technologies, understand the ethical guidelines governing their use, and learn how to integrate them responsibly into their legal practice. 
This seminar will review the duty of technological competence under Rule 1.1, along with multiple model rules and attorney duties related to cybersecurity concerns, client communications, and supervision requirements. Additionally, it will delve into the evolving landscape of legal technology and its implications for practice management. It will also examine the benefits and risks for legal professionals in using Open Web and Generative AI for investigative and legal research.
Attendees will: 
• Understand the meaning and scope of the duty of technological competence and review interpretive decisions. 
• Learn about the benefits and risks of using digital tools and resources for investigative and legal research. 
• Understand other potential consequences of using digital tools and resources for investigative and legal research. 
• Identify and analyze the ethical issues and ethical rules associated with using online resources in legal research. 
• Understand the impact of digital phenomena such as deep fakes, editorial erasure, and sock puppets on information reliability.
Title:
Navigating Ethical Waters in Modern Legal Practice: The Use of Open Web and Generative AI for Legal Research
 Webinar Date+Time:
November 21, 2025
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Angela Chmielewski
Credit:
1 Ethics credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, and Texas. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

November 19: Social Climber: Learning How to Ethically Use Social Media

Familiarity with social media is part of legal competence that all attorneys must pursue. Understanding how to ethically advertise and communicate with clients via social media platforms is now crucial to the legal practice. From knowing how to preserve digital evidence to researching potential jurors on social media, today’s practitioner is faced with serious ethical implications if they do not properly navigate the potential pitfalls of using social media. Join speakers, Hilary P. Gerzhoy, Partner at HWG, LLP, Vice Chair of the firm’s Legal Ethics and Malpractice Group and Vice Chair of the D.C. Bar Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee, and Kate Gould, Attorney Protective Risk Management Attorney, to discuss this ever-evolving topic and obtain key takeaways for your practice.
Title:
Social Climber: Learning How to Ethically Use Social Media
Webinar Date+Time:
November 19, 2025
1:00 PM EST / 12:00 PM CST / 11:00 AM MST / 10:00 AM PST
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:
Hilary P. Gerzhoy
Kate Gould, J.D.
CLE Credit:
At this writing, the sponsor has not listed states for which this earns credits, but typically, Attorney Protective webinars are eligible for ethics credits in most jurisdictions; please consult your state's website.
By:
Attorney Protective

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November 19: Case Law & Coverage: What Emerging Environmental Rulings Mean for Risk Management

Key topics include:
  • Recent rulings from the U.S. Supreme Court
  • The evolving scope of agency authority
  • Federal and state-level regulatory shifts
  • Forward-looking strategies for regulated industries
Topics for Discussion:
Title:
Date+Time:
November 19, 2025
1:00-2:00 PM ET
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speakers:
  • Rebecca Du Boff, Executive Claims Specialist, Environmental Claims, Crum & Forster
  • Rosemarie Hebner, Esq., Senior Consultant, Antea Group Jack Sheldon, Senior Consultant, Antea Group
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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November 19: Complex Cases Simplified: Gaining Logistical Control from Calendaring to Courtroom

Description:
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.
IN THIS WEBINAR, WE WILL REVIEW:
  • Addressing Security Concerns
  • Organizing with Document Depositories
  • Establishing Scheduling Logistics
  • Conducting Remote Proceedings
  • Managing Exhibits
  • Tips for Virtual Trials/Hearings.
Date/Time:
 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
11am PT / 12pm MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET
The number of seats is limited. Register and reserve your seat today!
Presenter:
Mike Murray
Credit:
1 General CLE Credit. * This course has been approved in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington. This webinar is pending approval in the following states: West Virginia, Wisconsin*. * 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.
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November 19: HIPAA - Understanding Enforcement, Penalties & Research Strategies

HIPAA concerns, enacted in 1996 continue to be a very real compliance concern for the healthcare industry. Enforcement of HIPAA regulations and penalties are always on the minds of healthcare attorneys and their clients. Concerns about HIPAA compliance and the potential penalties for noncompliance drive an ongoing need for training employees and staff of hospitals and health systems, medical practices, and other healthcare organizations about HIPAA and its requirements.
Title:
HIPAA - Understanding Enforcement, Penalties & Research Strategies
Webinar Date+Time:
November 19, 2025 
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Robin McManigal
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Vermont, 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 19: Mediation Station: Making ADR Your Next Stop

Description:
Discover how court-sponsored ADR can help resolve cases efficiently and effectively. Panelists from the NYS Courts will explore mediation and other ADR options for a variety of civil matters—including personal injury, contract disputes, employment issues, matrimonial cases, and more. Ideal for both plaintiff and defense attorneys, this session offers practical strategies to leverage ADR for faster, cost-effective outcomes.
Title:
Mediation Station: Making ADR Your Next Stop
Date And Time:
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speakers:
  • Hon. Deborah A. Kaplan
  • Lisa Courtney, Esq.
  • Melissa Nickson, Esq.
Credit:
New York: 1 Skills Credit. Other Jurisdictions: Check with your credit-granting authority; you may be able to self-apply for credit.
By:
New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
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November 19: Artificial Intelligence in Employment: Emerging Laws and Compliance Requirements

This CLE explores the ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used to make employment decisions, and potential risks its use, including discrimination and algorithmic bias. The course will feature key local, state, and federal laws and guidance that regulates the use of AI in screening and hiring, and other employment law issues that are addressed by government action. Attendees will receive best practice tips on following developments in the legal landscape as regulators anticipate and keep up with rapidly evolving AI technology.
Title:
Artificial Intelligence in Employment: Emerging Laws and Compliance Requirements
 Webinar Date+Time:
November 19, 2025
2:45pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Bobby Puri
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Vermont, 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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