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
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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

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May 6: The State of Attorney Wellbeing

Title:
The State of Attorney Wellbeing

Date/Time:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1:30pm – 2:30pm Eastern
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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

Free CLE Webinars

May 2026 Free CLE

May 6:

* The State of Attorney Wellbeing. By ALPS + Lawline.

* Win Before You Walk In: Mastering Pre-Trial Tactics - Part 5: Motion Practice to Move Your Case. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* Let’s Get Technical: Data Security Ethics for Law Firms. By Veritext.

* The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit (day 1 of 3). By Clio.

* Social Media Addiction Litigation: Ethics, PFS Strategy, and Managing Complex Claims. By Perrin.
* Why Risk It?: Efficient Risk Transfer from Claim Inception to Litigation Through Contractual Indemnity and Additional Insured Coverage. By Cozen O'Connor.

May 7:

* Corporate Law Quiz Show. By LexisNexis.

* Seeing Isn’t Believing: Litigating in the Age of Deepfakes. By LexisNexis.

* How To Dispute An Appraisal. By CES

* From Claim to Closure — Guiding Clients Through Settlement. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit (day 2 of 3). By Clio.

* The Three Phases of Practice: Building Well, Living Fully, Letting Go Wisely. By WSBA.

May 8:
* The Modern Solo & Small Firm Summit (day 3 of 3). By Clio.

May 12:

* Analytics & Ethics for Civil Litigation. By LexisNexis.

* From Profile to Post: Staying Compliant While Building Your Brand on Social Media. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. 

May 14:

* AI in Action: How to Draft with GenAI. By LexisNexis.

* CTRL‑ALT‑Defend — Cyber Security Ethics and Compliance. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* Practical and Legal Considerations for Reductions in Force. By Cozen O'Connor.

* Discharge Upgrade (Illinois). By Public Interest Law Initiative (PILI).

May 19:

* Drafting & Amending the Civil Complaint. By Alameda County Law Library.

* Graying Clients, Clear Strategies: Helping Your Clients Age With Proper Planning in Place. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

May 20:

* Deep Thinking for Elevated AI Research. By Bloomberg.

* Stress in the Legal Profession — To Breathe or Not to Breathe?. By Washington County Law Library and the Washington County Bar Association.

May 21:

* Piercing The Corporate Veil: Prevention & Litigation. By LexisNexis.

* Back to Work Doesn’t Mean Back to Whole — Hidden Lost Earnings in Personal Injury Cases. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* Practical and Legal Considerations for Reductions in Force. By Cozen O'Connor.

May 22:

* International Child Law from a US and Non‑US Perspective. By WSBA.

May 26:

* Subtle Acts of Exclusion. By WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series.

May 27:

* Defects, Damages & Defenses: Mastering Product Liability Claims. By Perrin.

* Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representations. By Dechert.

May 28:

* HIPAA - Understanding Enforcement, Penalties & Research Strategies. By LexisNexis.

* Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals. By LexisNexis.

* The Expert Role in the Property Claim Appraisal Process. By Pete Fowler Construction Services.

* What to Expect from a Fire Expert. By Cozen O'Connor.

* The Next Wave: Navigating Emerging Mass Torts and the Data Behind the Docket. By Perrin.

June 2026 Free CLE

June 2:

* Moneyball for Civil Litigation. By LexisNexis.

* The California Civil Rights Department Presents: Regulations on Automated Decisions in Employment. By Alameda County Law Library.

* The Fine Print That Bites: Ethics and Risk in Personal Injury Settlement Agreements. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

June 3:

* Proceed, Counselor: Appellate Practice in New York State and Federal Courts. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* Vicarious Trauma in Pro Bono Work (Illinois). By PILI.

 June 4:

* ADUs and VRBOs: The Alphabet Soup of Neighborhood Living in 2026 and Beyond. By National Conflict Resolution Center.

* Generative Artificial Intelligence Current Trends in Practice. By LexisNexis.

* Marketing, Advertising and The Law. By CES.

* Out of Office: How AI Is Giving Legal Professionals Their Summers Back. By Clio.

June 9:

* Feeling Crispy? Burnout Is an Ethics Problem You Can't Ignore. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

June 11:

* AI in Action: How to Draft with GenAI. By LexisNexis.

* National Security Review of Foreign Investment Transactions. By LexisNexis.

* Reversals of Fortune. By Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs.

* Put a Little Prep in Your Step: Trial Readiness Essentials for Litigators. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

* AI and Legal Ethics: Judicial Scrutiny, Professional Judgment, and Career Impact. By Perrin.

June 17:

* Social Media – Discovery, Ethics, Evidence & Sanctions. By Veritext.

* From Claim to Closure: Guiding Clients Through Settlement. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

June 18:

* High Performance Without Burnout — Practical Well‑being Strategies for Lawyers. By Clifford Law Office.

* Managing Biases to Achieve Optimal Negotiation and Litigation Outcomes. By National Conflict Resolution Center.

* Research & Drafting Techniques For Corporate Law. By LexisNexis.

* Social Media in the Workplace: What could possibly go wrong?.  By LexisNexis.

* AI Tools and Technology for Legal Aid Attorneys (Illinois). By PILI.

June 23:

* Litigation Analytics for General Counsel & Corporate Legal. By LexisNexis.

June 24:

* Claim Reframe: Best Practices to Avoid a Legal Malpractice. By Attorney Protective.

June 25:

* Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals. By LexisNexis.

* Researching Experts and Judges.  By LexisNexis.

* Minnesota Supreme Court Attorney Discipline — Inside the Process (with ethics credit). By 

Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs.

* Expert Witness Ethics. By Pete Fowler Construction Services.

July 2026 Free CLE

July 2:

* Why Every Real Estate Agent Must Know What The Condo Questionnaire Is. By CES.

July 15:

* Complex Cases Simplified — Gaining Logistical Control. By Veritext.

July 30:

* Evaluating Natural Disaster Property Damage Claims. By Pete Fowler Construction Services.

August 2026 Free CLE

August 6:

* Mortgage Programs For Self-Employed Borrowers. By CES.

August 19:

* AI & The Record. By Veritext.

August 27:

* Using Expert Consultants in Pursuing Subrogation Cases. By Pete Fowler Construction Services.

September 2026 Free CLE

September 24:
* Risk Transfer in Construction Defect Habitability Claims. By Pete Fowler Construction Services.

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

Title:
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.

By:

Veritext

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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.

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May 6: Social Media Addiction Litigation: Ethics, PFS Strategy, and Managing Complex Claims

Title:
Social Media Addiction Litigation: Ethics, PFS Strategy, and Managing Complex Claims

Description:

This complimentary CLE ethics webinar examines the rapidly expanding field of social media addiction litigation and the unique professional responsibility challenges it presents. The program explores how plaintiff and defense counsel are navigating ethical duties, case screening, and evolving standards of care as claims involving platform design, user harm, and addictive engagement patterns continue to grow.

Speakers will discuss strategies for managing complex claims, including plaintiff fact sheet (PFS) development, data collection, and coordination across large inventories. The session highlights emerging litigation trends, best practices for ethical case handling, and the operational challenges law firms face as social media addiction cases accelerate nationwide.

Date+Time:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
1 PM ET / 12 PM CT / 11 AM MT / 10 AM PT
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Speakers:

• Michael A. Akselrud, Esq., Lanier Law Firm
• Mark Eveland, Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, Verus LLC
• Michelle M. Greene, Esq., Lanier Law Firm

CLE Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania; Approval Pending: Texas. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, you may be able to self-apply for credit, depending on your state.

By:
Perrin Conferences.

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May 6: Why Risk It?: Efficient Risk Transfer from Claim Inception to Litigation Through Contractual Indemnity and Additional Insured Coverage

Title:

Why Risk It?: Efficient Risk Transfer from Claim Inception to Litigation Through Contractual Indemnity and Additional Insured Coverage

Description:
This webinar will explore efficient risk transfer from claim inception to litigation using additional insured coverage and contractual indemnity. The presenters will discuss the practical procedures and techniques to shift potential liability on a claim through endorsements and indemnity clauses, covering key endorsement types, the duty to defend versus indemnify, causation language, and common requirements. The presenters will also address exclusions, practical tender strategies, and next steps when coverage is denied.

Date and Time:
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time

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Speakers:

• Michael DeRosa, Member, Cozen O'Connor
• Vincent Passarelli, Member, Cozen O'Connor

CLE Credit:
California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Texas, Nevada.

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Event Details

Provider:
Cozen O'Connor

May 4: Environmental Justice and Indigenous Law in Washington State

Title:

Environmental Justice and Indigenous Law in Washington State

Date+Time:

Monday, May 4, 2026
3 PM ET / 2 PM CT / 1 PM MT / Noon PT
90 Minutes

Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Description:

This CLE describes the history of western science and colonial environmentalism as it influences environmental and natural resource law, and describes environmental justice, Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (FPIC), and Indigenous Knowledges (IK). The speakers will discuss current environmental justice practice in Washington State and explain the FPIC process, highlighting how it functions in the practice of environmental justice to support Indigenous Peoples’ rights. They will describe how FPIC protects cultural practitioners and intellectual properties like IK and will explain how these approaches provide a vital resource for understanding and engaging with the environment. Speakers bring combined expertise in the practice of law and policy, and the fields of biological science and cultural and natural resources.

Speakers:

• Jennifer Calkins, JD Calkins Law and Consulting PLLC, Seattle, WA
• Magali Cota, Friends of the San Juans, Friday Harbor, WA
• Amelia Marchand, L.I.G.H.T. Foundation, Elmer City, WA

By:

Washington State Bar Association
Developed in partnership with the WSBA World Peace Through Law Section

Credits:

• Washington State: 1.5 Law and Legal Procedure credits.
• Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

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May 28: The Next Wave: Navigating Emerging Mass Torts and the Data Behind the Docket

Description:
Mass tort litigation rarely moves in a straight line. New products, developing scientific theories, and access to sophisticated data can quickly turn a small number of claims into nationwide dockets.

The Next Wave: Navigating Emerging Mass Torts and the Data Behind the Docket focuses on how early mass tort activity is taking shape. We’ll look at already developing tort dockets, including GLP-1 drugs, PFAS, hair relaxers, Roundup, and Depo-Provera claims.

More specifically, we’ll look at where cases are landing, how those dockets are building, and shifts in plaintiff-side tactics.

Large datasets can get messy fast! Multi-jurisdictional filings, overlapping parties, different insureds tied to the same matter… It’s not always clean, and when we add in diverse claimant populations, multiple carriers, and multi-year timelines, it gets harder to track consistently.

Our data expert will tackle data issues from a nuts-and-bolts standpoint.

The Next Wave: Navigating Emerging Mass Torts and the Data Behind the Docket is intended for attorneys, claims professionals, and insurance teams dealing with complex litigation. Our panelists will focus on how docket activity is actually being used in practice and where it can lead to faulty assumptions when evaluating litigation strategy, coverage considerations, and overall exposure.

Title:
The Next Wave: Navigating Emerging Mass Torts and the Data Behind the Docket

Date And Time:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
1–2 PM ET | Noon–1 PM CT | 11 AM–Noon MT | 10–11 AM PT

Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speakers:

• Barry Trilla, Director for Quantitative Services, Alan Gray.
• John Delascio, Esq., Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP.
• Leslie Lombardy, Esq., O’Toole Scrivo, LLC.
• Stacey White, AVP, Direct Claims, Resolute Management, Inc.

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.
You may be able to self-apply in other states.

By:
Perrin Conferences.

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May 28: What to Expect from a Fire Expert

Title:
What to Expect from a Fire Expert

Description:
Kris Cherevas, Greg Beutz, and Dan Bonelli of Pete Fowler Construction Services will present a Cozen O'Connor webinar titled, "What to Expect from a Fire Expert."

This webinar will examine the systematic approach used in fire origin and cause investigations. The presenters will outline the differences between public and private fire investigators, discuss the role of industry standards such as NFPA 921 and 1033, and explain how fire patterns and scientific analysis are used to determine a fire’s origin and cause.

The presenters will also address how expert findings should be integrated into property damage assessments and into the overall legal strategy in subrogation and liability claims.

Webinar Date+Time:
Thursday, May 28, 2026
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET

Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!

Credit:
1 credit hour in California, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and West Virginia. You may be able to self-apply for credit in some other states.

Speakers:

• Kris Cherevas is a Member of Cozen O’Connor. He presents on fire origin and cause investigations, distinctions between public and private investigators, and the application of NFPA standards.
• Greg Beutz is a presenter from Pete Fowler Construction Services. He discusses fire pattern analysis, scientific methodologies, and integration of findings into property damage assessments.
• Dan Bonelli is a presenter from Pete Fowler Construction Services. He addresses expert roles in subrogation and liability claims and the use of investigative results in legal strategy.

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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