Thursday, May 7, 2026

Free CLE Webinars

May 2026 Free CLE

May 7:
* Corporate Law Quiz Show. By LexisNexis.
May 12:
May 14:
* CTRL‑ALT‑Defend — Cyber Security Ethics and ComplianceBy New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
May 19:
May 20:
May 21:
May 22:
May 26:
* Subtle Acts of Exclusion. By WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series.
May 27:
May 28:
* What to Expect from a Fire Expert. By Cozen O'Connor.

June 2026 Free CLE

June 2:
June 3:
* Vicarious Trauma in Pro Bono Work (Illinois). By PILI.
 June 4:
June 9:
* Feeling Crispy? Burnout Is an Ethics Problem You Can't IgnoreBy New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
June 11:
Put a Little Prep in Your Step: Trial Readiness Essentials for Litigators. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
June 17:
* From Claim to Closure: Guiding Clients Through Settlement. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
June 18:
June 23:
June 24:
June 25:
* Researching Experts and Judges By LexisNexis.
Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs.

May 7: Corporate Law Quiz Show

Description:

This live CLE webinar, Corporate Law Quiz Show, delivers practical updates on key corporate law developments for business lawyers, in‑house counsel, and securities practitioners. Attendees will explore current trends in mergers and acquisitions, business entity law, federal regulation of corporate governance, and corporate litigation in Delaware and other key jurisdictions, while also strengthening their research skills using LexisNexis resources.

Attendees will obtain updates on key corporate developments in the following categories:

  • M&A Fundamentals, including common M&A deal terms, deal structures, and other basics of negotiating and drafting corporate transactions.
  • M&A Market Trends & Hot Topics, providing substantive updates on trends and critical developments in the M&A legal market.
  • Business Entities, updating knowledge of business entity selection, formation, and maintenance in key jurisdictions.
  • Federal Regulation of Corporate Law, surveying recent legislative and regulatory developments affecting corporate law.
  • Corporate Litigation Highlights, reviewing important corporate litigation in Delaware and other key jurisdictions.

Moreover, attendees will learn best practices for deepening their understanding of specific corporate law topics through available research resources, making this an efficient way to earn CLE credit while sharpening corporate law research and drafting skills.

Webinar Date+Time:

Thursday, May 7, 2026
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speaker:

Ben Knuth, Esq.

Credit:

1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and Wisconsin; Approval Pending: Indiana and Virginia. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.

By:

LexisNexis

Practice Area:

Corporate and Business Law, Securities and SEC

May 7: The Three Phases of Practice: Building Well, Living Fully, Letting Go Wisely for Well-Being Week in Law

Title:
The Three Phases of Practice: Building Well, Living Fully, Letting Go Wisely for Well-Being Week in Law

Date+Time:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
1:55 PM ET / 12:55 PM CT / 11:55 AM MT / 10:55 AM PT
2 Hours
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Description:
This CLE explores the three distinct phases of a legal career: building, prime time, and dismantling; and the unique well-being challenges that arise in each stage. Attendees will examine how professional identity, ambition, and personal fulfillment evolve over time, and how to make intentional choices that support long-term sustainability. The program offers practical strategies for maintaining purpose, balance, and perspective while navigating career transitions. Attendees will leave with a framework to build well, live fully, and ultimately let go wisely—without losing themselves to the practice of law.

Speakers:
  • Darcel Lobo, DAL Coaching and Consulting, Normandy Park, WA
  • Philip Buri, Buri Funston Mumford, PLLC, Bellingham, WA (Retired)
By:
Washington State Bar Association

Credits:
  • Washington State: 2 Other credits.
  • Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

May 7: From Claim to Closure — Guiding Clients Through Settlement

Description:

Settlement is more than reaching a number—it requires strategic counseling, clear expectation management, and careful planning. This program examines how attorneys can prepare clients for settlement discussions, particularly in emotionally complex cases, and address what civil litigation can—and cannot—achieve. Presenters will also discuss pre-settlement planning and key considerations in structuring and finalizing agreements to support informed decision-making and long-term stability.

Title:
From Claim to Closure: Guiding Clients Through Settlement

Date And Time:
Thursday, May 7, 2026
1:00pm – 2:00pm ET | 12:00pm CT | 11:00am MT | 10:00am PT
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speakers:
  • Jaehyun Oh, Esq.
  • Rhys Andersen
Credit:
1 credit hour in New York. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
New York: 1 Professional Practice 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.

May 6-8: The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit

Description:

The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit is a free virtual event for solo attorneys and small firm lawyers who are ready to move beyond theory and start implementing real change in their practices. Over three days, you’ll explore how AI, automation, and modern workflows can help you streamline intake, drafting, scheduling, and billing while staying ethical and client‑focused.

Across short morning sessions, you’ll learn how to identify practical AI use cases, build repeatable workflows without IT support, and add review steps that keep AI‑assisted work accurate and client‑ready. You’ll also see how AI tools can support sustainable growth, better client service, and more predictable revenue in small firms.

Featured CLE session: Your First 5 AI Workflow Wins

  • Identify five practical AI use cases across intake, drafting, scheduling, and task management
  • Build simple, repeatable workflows that save time without technical setup or IT support
  • Add a quick review step to keep AI‑assisted work accurate and client‑ready

This summit is ideal for solo and small firm legal professionals who are new to AI, experimenting casually, or just starting their firm and want concrete, actionable workflow wins.

Title:
The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit

Date+Time:
May 6-8, 2026
12:00 PM ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT
Register Now!
Credit:
2 credit hours in eligible jurisdictions, spread over 3 days. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle @ lexisnexis . com.
Speaker:
Carolyn Elefant, Founder & Owner, Law Offices of Carolyn Elefant
Sponsor:
Clio

May 7: Seeing Isn’t Believing: Litigating in the Age of Deepfakes

Description:

Seeing Isn’t Believing: Litigating in the Age of Deepfakes is a 60-minute CLE for litigators and trial lawyers on how deepfake technology is reshaping civil litigation. Deepfakes—AI-generated synthetic video, audio, and images—raise complex evidentiary, ethical, and strategic issues that every courtroom advocate needs to understand.

This program explains what deepfakes are, how they are created, and how they can affect discovery, authentication, and trial strategy under the Federal Rules of Evidence. You will explore real cases, state and federal legislative trends, and practical approaches to challenging or using deepfake evidence in litigation.

Topics include:

  • Overview – defining deepfakes and why they matter in modern litigation.
  • Deepfake technology basics – how deepfakes are made and common examples.
  • Evidentiary challenges – authentication, the “liar’s dividend,” and cost considerations.
  • FRE 901, 902, and case law – key rules and recent decisions involving synthetic media.
  • Legal and legislative trends – state and federal updates and notable lawsuits.
  • Ethical duties – Model Rules implications and real-world applications for litigators.
  • Best practices – tips for discovery, working with experts, and courtroom strategy.
  • Conclusion – recap and audience engagement to reinforce deepfake litigation skills.
Webinar Date+Time:

Thursday, May 7, 2026
11:45 am - 1:00 pm ET
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speaker:

Angela Chmielewski, Esq.

Credit:

1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.

By:

LexisNexis

May 7: How To Dispute An Appraisal

Continuing Educational Services provides seminars geared towards the economy and real estate with a special focus on mortgage lending.
Title:
How To Dispute An Appraisal
Date+Time of Webinar:
May 7, 2026 
8:00 AM EST
7:00 AM CST
6:00 AM MST
5:00 AM PST
4:00 AM AKST
Register Now!
Speaker:
Khash Saghafi, a nationally renowned speaker in regards to the banking & mortgage lending industry, is He is an approved instructor by the Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate in Ohio, Florida and California. Khash Saghafi is also an approved instructor by the Ohio Supreme Court in regards to his expertise in the banking and mortgage industry.
By:
Continuing Educational Services
Credit:
Ohio: 2 Hours. You may be able to self-apply in other states.
Cost:
Free
More Information And Registration

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

May 6: The State of Attorney Wellbeing

ALPS logo
Title:
The State of Attorney Wellbeing

Date/Time:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1:30pm – 2:30pm Eastern
Register Now for this Free CLE Webinar!

Description:

Attorneys often struggle to maintain wellness in both their personal and professional lives. This program explores practical strategies for moving toward a sustainable state of well‑being without sacrificing career aspirations.

Learning Objectives:

  • Avoid burnout and prioritize self‑care
  • Set realistic goals and manage time effectively
  • Establish boundaries with clients, colleagues, and oneself
  • Nurture meaningful relationships and make time for loved ones
  • Achieve success without sacrificing well‑being
  • Unlock the secrets to achieving work-life harmony and enhance your overall happiness!

Don't let your career dictate your entire life! Sign up now and take control of your professional journey while enjoying the little moments that truly matter. Share this course with your fellow lawyers who could benefit from achieving a state of well-being. Together, we can create a supportive community of thriving legal professionals! Remember, you deserve to live a fulfilling life both inside and outside the courtroom!

Presenter:
Mark Bassingthwaighte, Esq., Risk Manager at ALPS. Mark has worked with more than 1,200 law firms nationwide, helping attorneys identify vulnerabilities, strengthen operations, and reduce liability risks. He is a member of the State Bar of Montana and the ABA and holds a J.D. from Drake University Law School.

CLE Credit:

  • Approved for 1.0 Ethics: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wyoming
  • Approved for 1.0 General: Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, U.S. Virgin Islands, Wisconsin
  • Approved for 1.0 Professional Responsibility: Colorado
  • Approved for 1.0 Law Practice Management: New York
  • Approved for 1.0 Office Management: Washington
  • Approved for 1.2 Ethics: Missouri, New Jersey, West Virginia
  • Approved for 1.2 Malpractice Prevention: Missouri.

Sponsors:
ALPS and Lawline.

Registration:
Register for this free CLE webcast

May 6: Let’s Get Technical: Data Security Ethics for Law Firms

Description:
As it is clearly stated in the ABA Model Rules, we no longer have the option to turn a blind eye towards technology. Regardless of how much we like or dislike frantically trying to keep up with the unrelenting pace of technology, we are under obligation to do so. This class will work to make this a manageable feat.
IN THIS WEBINAR, WE WILL REVIEW:
  • Connecting to a depo in realtime– securely and simply
  • Emailing transcripts, exhibits, or any file securely
  • Are you secure when using cell phone for email?
  • Ransom-ware and data loss
  • What to do if you are hacked
  • What does the future hold? Is there any hope for security?
Date/Time:
May 6, 2026
11am PT / 12pm MT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET
The number of seats is limited. Register and reserve your seat today!
Credit:
(1 Ethics CLE Credit)* * This course is pending approval in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, Nebraska, New Jersey, New York (via approved jurisdiction)*, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin *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 to 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 been 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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May 6: Win Before You Walk In: Mastering Pre-Trial Tactics - Part 5: Motion Practice to Move Your Case

Description:
Join us for part five of this five part series on the skills you need to win your case before you even step into the courtroom. Andrew Smiley will discuss everything you need to know about motion practice to move your case.
Title:
Win Before You Walk In: Mastering Pre-Trial Tactics - Part 5: Motion Practice to Move Your Case
Date And Time:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1 PM – 2 PM ET | 12 PM – 1 PM CT | 11 AM – 12 PM MT | 10 AM – 11 AM PT
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Andrew Smiley, 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.