Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Free CLE Webinars

February 2026 Free CLE

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February 23:
* Defending the Rule of Law: The Roles of the Bench and Bar. By Widener University Commonwealth Law School.
February 24:
* Seat at the Table: Building Fairer Juries Through Inclusion. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
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* Justice is Gray, Ethics is Black & White. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.

March 2026 Free CLE

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* Emily Dies in Paris: The Art of Ancillary Probate in New York. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
* Core Law 2026. By CES.
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* No, I’m Not the Court Reporter: Seeking Justice Without Bias. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
March 12:
* Bankruptcy Fundamentals. By LexisNexis.
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April 2026 Free CLE

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April 28:
* Lien on Me: Navigating Medicaid Recoveries Without Losing Your Mind. By New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers.
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May 2026 Free CLE

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Sunday, February 8, 2026

February 12: 15 Things I Wish I’d Learned in Law School

Law school teaches us how to think like lawyers — but not always how to be lawyers. The real-world challenges of practice often fall outside the casebooks: managing difficult clients, navigating ethical pitfalls, billing effectively, and maintaining your sanity in the process.

Join attorney Jordan Turk for a candid and practical session exploring the lessons every lawyer wishes they’d learned sooner. Drawing from years in the trenches of family law and legal tech, Jordan shares the insights, mistakes, and strategies that help attorneys build sustainable, ethical, and efficient practices.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ethical pitfalls to avoid — the traps law school never warned you about
  • Money matters — practical billing and collection tips
  • Managing clients (and their cases) with professionalism and respect
  • Tech and time — using modern tools to reclaim your day
Title:
15 Things I Wish I’d Learned in Law School

Date/Time:
February 12, 2026 
11:00 AM PST
Register now for this free Continuing Legal Education webinar!

Speaker:
Jordan Turk, Attorney

Credit:
Get FREE CLE Credit

By:
Smokeball

Webinar duration: 60 minutes

This webinar is eligible for CLE credit in multiple jurisdictions.

Featured Presenter

Jordan Turk, Attorney

Jordan is a practicing attorney in Texas and the Director of Attorney Education and Development at Smokeball. Her family law background includes complex property division, contentious custody matters, appeals, and prenuptial agreements. She is also passionate about legal technology and its power to transform law firm operations.

She holds a B.A. in Classics, History, and Religious Studies from the University of Texas at Austin and a J.D. from the University of Arkansas School of Law. After several years in high-asset family law practice, her frustration with inefficient workflows led her to the world of legal tech — and ultimately to Smokeball.

Jordan also hosts Hacking Law Firm Success, where she interviews law firm founders about growth, scaling, and firm management philosophies.

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Monday, February 2, 2026

February 24: Safeguarding Privilege: Managing Attorney Communications in Claims Files

Safeguarding Privilege: Managing Attorney Communications in Claims Files

Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Webinar Date & Time:
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET

Description:
This webinar will explore how attorney‑client privilege and work‑product protections apply to materials in insurance claim files, with a focus on best practices for safeguarding these materials. The presenters will review two notable cases that raised concerns by offering reduced protection for attorney communications in claim files. They will also provide an in‑depth analysis of those decisions, including whether and how other jurisdictions have followed them since their 2013 and 2014 rulings. The program will highlight key cases from the past decade and conclude with practical strategies insurance companies can use to maintain privilege moving forward.

Please click here to register for this webinar.

Credit Information

CLE: 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 other states.

CE: Approved in FL, NC, and NV.
CE/CLE information will be collected when you join the webinar.

Speakers

Ashley Eldridge
Counsel
(704) 348‑3476
aeldridge@cozen.com

Tracey A. Jordan
Counsel
(305) 358‑5503
tjordan@cozen.com

About Cozen O’Connor

Cozen O’Connor, established in 1970 and ranked among the top 100 law firms in America, has more than 1000 attorneys who help clients manage risk and make better business decisions. The firm advises clients on sophisticated legal matters across litigation, corporate, and regulatory practices, serving global corporations and middle‑market companies through 35 offices across two continents.

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Sunday, February 1, 2026

February 5: Early Case Assessment

Many practitioners recognize that conducting Early Case Assessment facilitates better decision-making with respect to whether and how to proceed with a case – ultimately resulting in more certainty and a reduction of costs. 
This seminar addresses how to use online resources to conduct Early Case Assessment – to learn about the key “players” (e.g. opposing counsel, judges, etc..), to investigate corporations, to pull jury instructions, and more. Additionally, it will highlight how attorneys are using innovative tools such as Artificial Intelligence and analytics to quickly find answers to common legal questions, determine motion strategy and develop more persuasive motions.
Title:
Early Case Assessment
 Webinar Date+Time:
February 5, 2026
2:45pm - 4:00pm Eastern Time
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, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, Utah and Vermont. 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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February 5: Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals

This seminar will equip legal professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively utilize LLMs in their practice, enhancing their ability to leverage AI technology in a legal context. The emphasis will be on the following skills: 
• Have a foundational understanding of how Large Language Models operate and the key technical mechanisms that influence their behavior. 
• Identify common prompting mistakes and learn strategies to avoid them in legal practice. 
• Understand the benefits and potential applications of generative AI in legal tasks to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 
• Select appropriate LLMs for legal tasks including assessing factors such as privacy, security, training data, and understand the distinction between legal and general-use LLMs. 
• Learn and implement the 5 Ps of Prompting—Prime, Persona, Prompt, Product, and Polish—to craft effective prompts for legal tasks
Title:
Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals
Webinar Date+Time:
February 5, 2026
11:45am - 1:00pm Eastern Time
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Jen Stringfield, Esq.
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and Virginia; Approval Pending: Colorado. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis
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February 5: A Legal Professional's Guide to Not Getting Flagged for AI Use

AI is no longer a concept of the “future” —it’s already everywhere from your phone to your inbox.
But for most lawyers, the excitement of saving time is balanced by a healthy dose of hesitancy. How do you use AI without compromising your professional obligations or your firm’s reputation?
This webinar skips the AI jargon and focuses on the reality of legal ethics in an AI-driven world.
Join this CLE-eligible webinar to learn how to:
  • Identify ethical considerations and professional responsibility rules related to AI use in legal practice.
  • Apply best practices for incorporating AI into legal workflows while mitigating risk.
  • Recognize potential pitfalls and implement strategies to avoid disciplinary or reputational issues when using AI.
Title:
A Legal Professional's Guide to Not Getting Flagged for AI Use
Embrace the benefits of AI—without risking your data
Date+Time:
Thursday, February 5, 2026
11 AM PT | 12 PM MT | 1 PM CT | 2 PM ET
Register Now!
 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:
Hilary P. Gerzhoy, Partner & Vice Chair HWG LLP, is a legal ethics and malpractice lawyer who represents lawyers, law firms, legal tech companies, and in-house legal departments on all types of professional responsibility issues, including conflicts, fee disputes, disciplinary investigations, privilege, regulation, and law firm management. She is the Vice Chair of the D.C. Bar Rules of Professional Conduct Review Committee, a member of the ABA’s Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee, an adjunct legal ethics law professor at the Georgetown University Law Center, and she serves on Law360′s Legal Ethics Editorial Advisory Board. Hilary has published more than forty articles on developments in legal ethics and her work has been featured in the Chicago Tribune, Bloomberg Law, Law360, the Washington Lawyer, and LexisNexis.
Sponsor:
Clio
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February 5: Avoiding a Mayday: Mediating Complex Aviation Conflicts

Title:
Avoiding a Mayday: Mediating Complex Aviation Conflicts
Date & Time:
Thursday, February 5, 2026 12:00pm – 1:00pm Pacific Time
Credit:
  • California: 1 Hour General MCLE Credit
  • Other States: You may be able to self-apply for credit
Speaker:
James F. Pokorny
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February 4: DAMITT 2025 Year in Review

Drawing from comprehensive data compiled by the Dechert Antitrust Merger Investigation Timing Tracker (DAMITT), we invite you to join our annual webinar to explore the latest trends and insights from the global antitrust merger investigations landscape. Our panel will provide an in-depth analysis of the past year's significant antitrust merger investigations. Going beyond the numbers, we will present hard facts based on the public record and offer valuable insights on how these developments may affect your business plans in 2026.
Join us to learn more about:
  • The average duration of significant U.S. and EU antitrust merger investigations in 2025.
  • Changes in the number and nature of merger investigations over the same period.
  • How the first year of the Trump administration's merger enforcement record stacked up against prior administrations and the administration's first term.
  • Predictions for the antitrust and competition law landscape in 2026 based on current trends and regulatory changes ahead.
Title:
DAMITT 2025 Year in Review
 Webinar Date+Time:
February 4, 2026
10 – 11 AM ET / 9 – 10 AM CT / 7 – 8 AM PT / 3 – 4 PM GMT / 4 – 5 PM CET<br />
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - register now!
By:
Dechert
Credit:
CLE credit for this program is pending for California, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Details will be shared closer to program day.

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February 5: The Quality of a Pre-Approval is About to Get Worse in 2026. Why?

Continuing Educational Services provides seminars geared towards the economy and real estate with a special focus on mortgage lending.
Title:
The Quality of a Pre-Approval is About to Get Worse in 2026. Why?
Date+Time of Webinar:
February 5, 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 regarding 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
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February 5: 2026 CPLR Update

Description:
This program is a must-see for attorneys litigating in the New York State Courts! Join us for Prof. Hutter’s comprehensive yearly update on NY's Civil Practice Law and Rules. Topics will include significant recent case law, the impact of recent Administrative Orders, Court of Appeals pronouncements and rulings, current disclosure issues and more.
Title:
2026 CPLR Update
 Date And Time:
Thursday, February 5, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM ET
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Prof. Michael Hutter
Credit:
New York: 2 Professional Practice Credits. 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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Friday, January 30, 2026

April 30: What to Expect from a Fire Expert

Description:
The scientific investigation to determine a fire's origin and cause is a critical component when insurance claims become complex and transition toward litigation. A reliable fire expert's findings must be firmly rooted in factual science and adhere to rigorous industry standards, notably NFPA 921 and 1033.

This program offers a detailed look at the expert's systematic methodology. We discuss how key fire patterns and effects are used to establish the area of origin, and we demonstrate how identifying the heat source, the first material ignited, and the sequence of fire progression is used to establish the likely cause of a fire.

Drawing on the panel's seasoned experience in forensic property loss investigation, this presentation equips attendees to effectively integrate the expert's findings into their professional work. You will be prepared to critically evaluate the technical evidence and its implications for your claims or overall legal strategy.

Program Outline
  • Introduction
  • The Basics
  • Origin Determination: Fire Patterns
  • Origin Determination: Fire Effects
  • Cause Determination: Fuel
  • Cause Determination: Ventilation
  • Cause Determination: Fire Progression
  • Cause Determination: Ignition Sources
  • Conclusion.
Learning Objectives
  • Explain the critical distinctions between public and private fire investigators, including who hires them and the differing burdens of proof in their respective investigations.
  • Review the role of industry standards (like NFPA 921 and 1033) and factual science in fire investigations to ensure proper claims handling and protect against liability exposure.
  • Articulate how key fire patterns and effects are used by fire experts to systematically determine both the area of origin and the cause of a fire.
  • Discuss how to properly integrate the findings and opinions of a fire origin and cause expert with a property damage expert's assessment and the overall legal strategy in a subrogation or liability claim.
Date+Time Of Webinar:
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
1:00pm ET | 12:00pm CT | 11:00am MT | 10:00am PT
Register Now!

Credits:
1 Credit in California, Florida, Nevada and Texas. Many states acknowledge reciprocal credit for courses certified through the Texas Department of Insurance. Be sure to review the guidelines specific to your state, and verify the process for obtaining credit for a course approved with the state of Texas.
Speakers:
  • Dan Bonelli, Investigator, Pete Fowler Construction
  • Greg Beutz, Investigator, Pete Fowler Construction
  • Kris Cherevas, Managing Partner, Cozen O'Connor
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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

April 28:Lien on Me: Navigating Medicaid Recoveries Without Losing Your Mind

Description:
This program will offer best practices for dealing with Medicaid liens and recoveries in injury cases. It provides practical guidance for working with Medicaid agencies, including when and how to notify HMS and HRA, what to expect after receiving a lien notice, and methods to reduce or eliminate a client’s reimbursement obligation to Medicaid.
Title:
Lien on Me: Navigating Medicaid Recoveries Without Losing Your Mind
Date And Time:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
1 PM ET | 12 PM CT | 11 AM MT | 10 AM PT
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speakers:
  • Paul Loudenslager, Esq.
  • Catherine Lesinski
Credit:
  • New York: 1 Professional Practice Credit. Masters Program Eligible – General. Suitable for Newly‑Admitted and Experienced Attorneys.
  • 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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January 27: Moneyball for Civil Litigation

In this session, you will learn how legal analytics equip practitioners to uncover strategic insights about the judges, lawyers, and parties involved in civil litigation. You will understand how analytics inform counsel’s ability to assess the unique experiences of the court, judge, parties & counsel involved in a case, and tailor strategies for litigation and business development accordingly. 
After completing this course, you will be able to: 
  • Identify situations in which legal analytics enable data-informed decisions for litigation strategy. 
  • Tailor case strategy in consideration of the unique litigation experiences of the judge, venue, firms, attorneys, and parties involved. 
  • Find, understand, and apply big data to valuate claims & improve clients’ litigation outcomes.
Title:
Moneyball for Civil Litigation
 Webinar Date+Time:
January 27, 2026
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speakers:
Teddy Hook, Esq., Adam Masarek, Esq., MPH
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Virginia. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis
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January 27: When Fees Become Friction: Strategies for When Legal Bills Become Contentious

Join us for this complimentary CLE webinar on January 27, 2026, from 2:00- 3:00 PM ET.
Topics for Discussion:
  • Preventing Fee Disputes
  • Identifying Early Warning Signs
  • Managing Fee Disputes Once They Arise
  • Rebuilding Trust and Preserving Relationships.
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Date+Time:
January 27, 2026
2:00-3:00 PM ET
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speakers:
  • Laura Dowgin, Esq., Kennedys Law LLP
  • Michael Rosen, Esq., Skarzynski Marick & Black LLP
  • Jennifer Vierling, Vice President Finance, Operations, Legal Audit, Resolute Management Inc.
  • Moderator: Erica Dew Crowl, Executive Director, Alan Gray LLC
CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (pending). You might be able to self-apply in some other states.

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January 27: Minnesota's Recent Trust & Estate Law Updates

In one of the first major overhauls of the Minnesota Trust Code since it became effective in 2016, Minnesota has made major changes to its trust and estate laws that went into effect on August 1, 2025. This CLE will explore key changes to Minnesota’s rule against perpetuities, uneconomic trusts, divorce and its impact on estate plans, among other updates.
Title:
Minnesota's Recent Trust & Estate Law Updates
Date/Time:
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Noon - 1:00 pm
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
Serena O'Neil, Spencer Fane LLP
By:
Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs
CLE Credit:
  • Minnesota: One standard CLE credit has been applied for (#541644).
  • Other States: You may be able to self-apply for credit.
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026

February 27: Constitutional Law in the Age of Generative AI

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Description:
This symposium examines how generative artificial intelligence is reshaping constitutional law. 
As GenAI systems increasingly generate, analyze, and act on vast amounts of information, they raise urgent questions about free speech, equality, surveillance, democratic accountability, and the proper scope of government regulation. 
Leading scholars will explore First Amendment implications, algorithmic bias, AI‑driven surveillance, and the constitutional challenges posed by AI‑generated disinformation.

Date/Time:
Friday, February 27, 2026
8:30 AM–3:45 PM ET | 7:30 AM–2:45 PM CT | 6:30 AM–1:45 PM MT | 5:30 AM–12:45 PM PT
Register Now!

Speakers:
Multiple distinguished scholars and panelists from Fordham Law School and leading law schools nationwide.

By:
Fordham Law School

Credit:
CLE credit will be available in accordance with New York State CLE Board requirements. In many other jurisdictions, you may be able to self‑apply for credit.

    
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March 27: The ReproCussions of Barriers to Care: Youth Access and the Fight for Bodily Autonomy

The Reproductive Rights Law Initiative (RRLI) at Case Western Reserve University's School of Law is hosting a daylong conference called The ReproCussions of Barriers to Care: Youth Access and the Fight for Bodily Autonomy. This conference will explore the legal and structural barriers facing young people as they attempt to access essential reproductive and gender-affirming health care. In a post-Dobbs landscape marked by escalating parental consent requirements, criminalization of abortion access, and hostile legislation targeting trans health care and sex education, this conference will gather legal experts, medical providers, and advocates to analyze the legal doctrines at play and imagine a more just framework for youth bodily autonomy.
Title:
The ReproCussions of Barriers to Care: Youth Access and the Fight for Bodily Autonomy
 Webinar Date+Time:
Friday, March 27, 2026 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time
Register Now for the Webinar or In Person!
By:
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
Credit:
  • Ohio: 4.5 hours of CLE credit has been approved
  • Other Jurisdictions: You may be able to self-apply to your credit-granting authority.
Cost:
Free and open to the public.

Schedule of Events

8:00 am – 8:50 am – Breakfast

Breakfast

8:50 am – 9:00 am – Welcome & Intro

Speakers: Dean Paul Rose, Jessie Hill & Katie Corwin

9:00 am – 10:15 am – Who Decides?: When Parental Rights Collide with Youth Bodily Autonomy

Moderator: Jessie Hill (Case Western Reserve University School of Law)
Panelists: Naomi Cahn (University of Virginia School of Law), Courtney Joslin (UC Davis School of Law), Solangel Maldonado (Seton Hall University School of Law), Laura Portundo (University of Houston Law Center)

Description: This panel examines the constitutional and statutory frameworks that govern young people’s ability to make decisions about their own bodies. Legal scholars will explore the tension between parental rights doctrines and minors’ rights to privacy and bodily autonomy, tracing how courts have historically balanced these competing interests—and how that balance is shifting in a post-Dobbs landscape. Panelists will interrogate the expanding use of parental control as a tool of state regulation over youth health care.

10:15 am – 10:30 am – Break

Break

10:30 am – 11:45 am – Between the Court and the Clinic: Barriers to Youth Abortion Access

Moderator: Katie Corwin (Case Western Reserve University School of Law)
Panelists: Dr. Amanda Bryson (University of California San Francisco), Symone Harmon (Women's Law Project), Nina Monfredo (National Center for Youth Law), Allison Zimmer (The Lawyering Project)

Description: Focusing on abortion access for young people, this panel analyzes the legal and practical obstacles minors face when seeking abortion care. Topics will include parental involvement laws, judicial bypass procedures, criminalization, and interstate travel restrictions. Drawing on legal analysis, provider experience, and advocacy perspectives, panelists will examine how abortion restrictions uniquely burden young people and, in many cases, function to compel parenthood by design.

11:45 am – 12:30 pm – Lunch

Lunch

12:30 pm – 1:30 pm – Preventing Prevention: Contraception, Sex Ed, and the Politics of Youth Health

Moderator: Maggie Scotece (Case Western Reserve University School of Law)
Panelists: Lucie Arvallo (Jane’s Due Process), Lauren Blauvelt (Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio), Alison Macklin (SIECUS), Meetra Mehdizadeh (Center for Reproductive Rights)

Description: This panel explores how laws and policies that govern restrictions on contraception access, sex education, and reproductive health infrastructure shape young people’s reproductive lives long before pregnancy occurs. Panelists will analyze abstinence-only education mandates, consent and confidentiality barriers, and the cascading effects of Planned Parenthood closures on youth access to preventive care. With a focus on the legal and political frameworks that enable or restrict young people’s access to care, the discussion will highlight how limiting information and services increase health risks and undermine young people’s autonomy.

1:30 pm – 1:45 pm – Break

Break

1:45 pm – 2:45 pm – Policing Identity: Youth, Gender-Affirming Care, and the New Frontiers of State Control

Moderator: Malcolm Miller (Case Western Reserve University)
Panelists: Dr. Amanda Adeleye (University Hospitals Fertility Center/CCRM Fertility), Dara Adkison (TransOhio), Kate Mozynski (Equality Ohio), Harper Seldin (ACLU, LGBTQ & HIV Project)

Description: This panel addresses the rapidly expanding wave of laws banning gender-affirming care for minors. Panelists will analyze the legal theories driving these bans, including parental rights rhetoric, medical regulation claims, and state assertions of child protection authority. Bringing together legal experts, advocates, and medical perspectives, the discussion will situate attacks on trans youth health care within broader efforts to regulate bodies, identities, and autonomy.

2:45 pm – 3:00 pm – Closing Remarks

Closing remarks

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Reception

Please join us for a reception to meet and mingle with conference attendees and speakers. Light refreshments will be provided.

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Monday, January 26, 2026

February 26: Regulatory Uncertainty: Navigating the New Legal Landscape

Join us for the Bloomberg Law In-House Forum, a premier virtual event designed to equip senior in-house counsel with strategic insights for navigating the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape of 2026.
In the past year, many of the certainties and assumptions underlying the work of corporate legal departments were disrupted. Executive orders have reshaped policy areas traditionally defined by Congress, we have seen an unprecedented level of activism by state attorney generals, and tensions between lower courts and the Supreme Court are running high. The autonomy of government agencies faces scrutiny amidst budget constraints and politicized leadership.
In this volatile legal environment, businesses increasingly rely on their general counsel to assess emergent risks, interpret evolving compliance obligations, and navigate the implications for their organizations. Don’t miss this opportunity to ensure your organization is well-positioned to navigate this time of legal and regulatory transformation.
Who should attend:
  • All members of in-house legal teams—from general counsel to senior and staff attorneys—engaged in AI governance, privacy, labor and employment, and regulatory compliance.
  • The Press Is Invited: This program is on-the-record and open to media.
Title:
Regulatory Uncertainty: Navigating the New Legal Landscape
Bloomberg In-House Forum
Webinar Date/Time:
February 26, 2026
1:00 – 3:00 PM EST
Register Now!
 Credit:
Continuing Education 105-minute course, offering up to 2.1 CLE credits, depending on jurisdiction. Bloomberg Law applies for program approval in the jurisdictions listed as currently approved or pending below.
  • Currently Pending: Program approval not guaranteed. AL, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, KS, MN, MO, NC, NY, OH, PA, TN, TX, VA, WI
  • Reciprocal credit is granted: AK, AR, AZ, CT, ND, NJ
  • Non-MCLE state:  DC, MA, MD, MI, SD
  • Attorney Self Applies for Approval: Approval of this course is at the discretion of each jurisdiction. DE, GU, HI, IA, ID, IN, KY, LA, ME, MS, MT, NE, NH, NM, NV, OK, OR, PR, RI, SC, UT, VT, WA, WV, WY, VI
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March 26: Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals

This seminar will equip legal professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to effectively utilize LLMs in their practice, enhancing their ability to leverage AI technology in a legal context. The emphasis will be on the following skills: 

• Have a foundational understanding of how Large Language Models operate and the key technical mechanisms that influence their behavior. 
• Identify common prompting mistakes and learn strategies to avoid them in legal practice. 
• Understand the benefits and potential applications of generative AI in legal tasks to enhance efficiency and accuracy. 
• Select appropriate LLMs for legal tasks including assessing factors such as privacy, security, training data, and understand the distinction between legal and general-use LLMs. 
• Learn and implement the 5 Ps of Prompting—Prime, Persona, Prompt, Product, and Polish—to craft effective prompts for legal tasks
Title:
Power Prompting: Mastering Prompting Techniques for Legal Professionals
Webinar Date+Time:
March 26, 2026
11:45am - 1:00pm Eastern Time
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Jen Stringfield, Esq.
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Indiana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and Virginia; Approval Pending: Colorado. If you don't see your state listed in the registration form, contact cle@lexisnexis.com.
By:
LexisNexis
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Sunday, January 25, 2026

February 25: Ethical Legal Research With Generative AI

This CLE presentation is for legal professionals who want a better understanding of the intersection between generative Al and legal ethics.
Beginning with a foundational overview of Al and its generative capabilities, participants will explore the ethical implications as outlined by the American Bar Association (ABA) model rules. Key topics include maintaining competency (Rule 1.1), ensuring confidentiality (Rule 1.6), and effective supervision (Rule 5.1) in the context of Al use. The course will also address potential sanctions for unethical Al practices and provide insights into the application of Al in legal research tools, emphasizing ethical principles and considerations. 
Participants will engage in discussions on specific ethical issues such as Al hallucinations, supervisory concerns, and confidentiality challenges. The course concludes with a review of ethical Al use policies within law firms and an open discussion to consolidate learning and address participant queries. This course is designed to equip legal professionals with the knowledge and tools necessary to ethically integrate Al into their practice.
Date+Time:
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Advance registration required: register via Microsoft Teams (LexisNexis) by noon the day of the program to receive a link. LexisNexis will handle the registration and MCLE credit process.
About the Speaker:
Brandon Marquette serves as a Telephonic Solutions Consultant for LexisNexis' State and Local Government Division, where he leverages his distinctive background in adult learning, facilitation, and legal expertise to drive training and development initiatives for government accounts across eleven western states. Brandon holds an Associate of Applied Sciences in Legal Studies from Sinclair Community College, where he was nominated to the National Society of Leadership and Success and earned Dean's List recognition. He has also earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Ohio University. Operating from Dayton, Ohio, Brandon manages State and Local Government accounts across Arizona, Colorado, Texas, Utah, and New Mexico.
Credit:
 California: 1 hour participatory California Legal Ethics MCLE credit. In some other states, you may be able to self-apply for credit.
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The Alameda County Law Library is a public law library located in the heart of downtown Oakland. Empowering all Alameda County residents with access to legal information since 1891. The Alameda County Law Library is a multiple activity MCLE provider approved by the State Bar of California.


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Saturday, January 24, 2026

February 24: Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Writing Well Under Pressure

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As attorneys, we are routinely expected to produce clear, persuasive writing on tight deadlines, yet staying focused and maintaining flow under pressure can be a constant challenge. This program provides attorney‑writers with practical drafting strategies for getting started, sustaining momentum, and editing efficiently. Participants will learn key techniques to consistently produce polished, effective writing even when time is short.

Title:
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Writing Well Under Pressure
 WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series

Webinar Date+Time:
February 24, 2026
11:55 AM – 1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:
Jaclyn Celebrezze – University of Washington School of Law, Seattle, WA
Moderator:
William Bailey – University of Washington School of Law, Seattle, WA

By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series

Credits:
Washington State: 1.50 Other
Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided on your request.


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February 24: Ultra Processed Foods: Feeding the Future of Litigation

Overview:
Join us for this complimentary CLE webinar exploring how ultra‑processed foods are shaping the future of litigation. This session will examine emerging risks, regulatory developments, and the evolving legal landscape surrounding food labeling, health claims, and consumer protection issues.
Title:
Ultra Processed Foods: Feeding the Future of Litigation
 Date+Time:
February 24, 2026
1:00–2:00 PM ET
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!

Speakers:
  • Bridget Longoria, Senior Vice President, Marsh, Philadelphia, PA
  • Shelley Napolitano, Esq., Foley Mansfield, New Orleans, LA
  • Elizabeth Sorenson Brotten, Esq., Foley Mansfield, Minneapolis, MN
CLE Credit:
Registration comes with CLE credit in one state and will be available in California, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas (pending).
By:
Perrin Conferences
Webinar Sponsored by Foley Mansfield.



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February 24: Interval Funds: Regulatory Radar and Market Trends

Join us for a comprehensive update on U.S. registered closed-end interval funds that will feature several Dechert partners, including David Marcinkus, who recently joined the firm from the SEC where he most recently served as Counsel to the Chairman. 
The speakers will cover critical developments affecting interval funds, notably current market trends, the SEC's regulatory priorities, key findings from recent sweep examinations, and the emerging impact of tokenization. 
This timely webinar will provide actionable takeaways for fund sponsors, board members, compliance professionals, and other industry stakeholders.
Webinar Date+Time:
February 24, 2026 Noon – 1 PM ET
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - register now!
Credit:
CLE credit for this program is pending for California, Connecticut, New Jersey and New York.
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Friday, January 23, 2026

February 23: Defending the Rule of Law: The Roles of the Bench and Bar


Title:
Annual Jurist in Residence Lecture: “Defending the Rule of Law: The Roles of the Bench and Bar”

Date & Time:
Monday, February 23, 2026
4-5PM
In-Person Location:
Widener University Commonwealth Law School
Wolfberg Courtroom | Administration Building
3737 Vartan Way
Harrisburg, PA 17110
Also Available Via Distance Learning
Register Now!
By:
Widener University Commonwealth Law School.
Speakers:
  • Jurist in Residence Karoline Mehalchick, District Judge, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • Panelists:
    • Susan Schwab, Magistrate Judge, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
    • Sarah Hyser‑Staub, Member, McNees, Wallace & Nurick LLC
Description:
Join us in person or via Zoom for Widener Law Commonwealth’s Annual Jurist in Residence Lecture, sponsored by the Law & Government Institute. This program brings together members of the bench and bar to explore their shared responsibility in upholding the rule of law.

This year’s lecture, “Defending the Rule of Law: The Roles of the Bench and Bar,” will be presented by Jurist in Residence Karoline Mehalchick, District Judge for the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. Judge Mehalchick will be joined by an accomplished panel offering perspectives from both the judiciary and private practice.

Credits:
One Pennsylvania substantive CLE credit is available.
You may be able to self‑apply in other states; check with your credit‑granting authority.

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Widener University Commonwealth Law School is the Pennsylvania capital’s only law school, with three specialized centers of legal scholarship through its Law and Government Institute, Environmental Law and Sustainability Center, and Business Advising Program.

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June 23: Litigation Analytics for General Counsel & Corporate Legal

Title:
Litigation Analytics for General Counsel & Corporate Legal

Webinar Date+Time:
June 23, 2026 
12:45pm - 2:00pm Eastern Time 
Register Now for this Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
Speaker:
Adam Masarek, Esq., MPH
Credit:
1 credit hour in Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Georgia, Hawaii, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont and Virginia; Approval Pending: Colorado. 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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Thursday, January 22, 2026

April 29: From Isolation to Connection: Supporting Mental Health in the Legal Profession

Title:
From Isolation to Connection: Supporting Mental Health in the Legal Profession 
Date/Time:
Wednesday, April 29, 2026, noon – 1:00 pm
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!
 Speaker:
 Jon Tynjala, Esq., Executive Director, Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers
Description:
This course is designed to educate attorneys about the interplay between isolation and loneliness in legal practice and mental health difficulties including substance use disorder, depression, and anxiety. In 2023, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an advisory identifying loneliness and isolation as an urgent public health challenge requiring immediate attention. This course examines the legal professional’s structures that support social connection—colleagues, firm co‑workers, organizations, and the profession—and shows how the structure, function, and quality of those connections work for or against attorney well‑being.
Notably, poor or insufficient social connection is associated with increased risk of anxiety, depression, substance use disorder, and suicide. This course will rely on studies showing that legal practice is the loneliest type of work, greatly increasing the risk to lawyers of suffering from these disorders. The statistics already put lawyers at much higher risk of problematic drinking, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and high levels of stress. Each of these factors will be discussed as it specifically relates to legal practice.
In addition, numerous traits of lawyers fuel isolation—including perfectionism, pessimism, skepticism, low resilience, secondary trauma, and low sociability. Each of these factors will be explored. The ethical impact of isolation will be addressed, as well as the relationship between impairment and attorney discipline. Finally, the program will outline the benefits of connection both professionally and personally, offering strategies to enhance workplace and personal connection, including consultation with LCL, EAPs, and other resources that assist attorneys and their staff with these complicated issues.
By:
 Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs

CLE Credit:
  • Minnesota: One mental health/substance use CLE credit will be applied for.
  • Other States: You may be able to self-apply for credit.
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January 22: Don’t Click That! Cybersecurity for Legal Professionals

Law firms have increasingly become a prime target for cyberattacks. And, between fielding hundreds of emails and countless unhinged client phone calls, it is not surprising that overworked lawyers and staff are the weakest links. From phishing emails and ransomware to hacked Wi-Fi, the risks to legal professionals grow every day. Yet many lawyers feel like this is someone else’s problem, or that it will never happen to them (although the data proves otherwise).
In this eye-opening CLE, attorney Jordan Turk will demystify cybersecurity for the modern law practice. You’ll learn how to recognize common threats, implement practical safeguards, and meet your ethical duty of competence, without needing an IT degree.
Key Takeaways:
  • The most common cyber threats targeting law firms (and how hackers actually get in)
  • Step-by-step tips to secure your devices, email, and client files
  • How to create a firm-wide security culture that helps satisfy your ethical obligations

Title:
Don’t Click That! Cybersecurity for Legal Professionals
No, the managing partner does not need $500 in iTunes gift cards. 
Date/Time:
January 22, 2026
11:00 AM PST
Register Now for this free Continuing Legal Education webinar!
Speaker:
Jordan Turk is a practicing attorney in Texas, and the Director of Attorney Education and Development 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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