September 15: The Gruntled Lawyer's Survival Guide: Stay Sane, Stay Licensed

Nobody puts this in the Rules of Professional Conduct:
You can't be diligent, competent, or clear-headed with clients when you're running on fumes.

Burnout doesn't just wreck your weekends. It shows up in missed deadlines, short tempers, sloppy communication, and the kind of poor judgment that gets you a bar complaint.

Alan Klevan and Wendy Meadows have both lived it. Disgruntled lawyer to gruntled lawyer, and back again more times than either of them would like to admit. In this session, they're skipping the theory and getting into the real stuff: what burnout actually looked like for them, what pulled them out of it, and what they do now to stay out of it.

Then it's brass tacks. 20 real, usable tips, connected straight back to the ethics rules that actually govern how lawyers practice. No fluff. No "just meditate more." Just the practical moves that keep you sane, sharp, and licensed.

• Identify the specific competence, diligence, and communication rules most commonly compromised by burnout and depletion.
• Recognize the early warning signs of professional burnout in themselves and their colleagues before it becomes a disciplinary issue.
• Apply at least three of the 20 presented strategies immediately in their own practice.
• Build a personal, sustainable wellness practice that directly supports their ethical obligations, not one that competes with them.

Title:
The Gruntled Lawyer's Survival Guide: Stay Sane, Stay Licensed

Date+Time:
Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
11:55 AM–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!   

Speakers:

• Alan J. Klevan – Law Offices of Alan J. Klevan, P.C., Framingham, MA.
• Wendy S. Meadows – Law Office of Wendy S. Meadows, LLC, Towson, MD.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA); Sponsored by ALPS ALPS.

Credits:
1.00 Ethics
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free

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September 28: Across the Evergreen State: Tips for Navigating Remote Litigation

Title:
Across the Evergreen State: Tips for Navigating Remote Litigation

Description:
Sharpen your skills with a discussion of the pitfalls of litigating in the age of remote access and general tips for overcoming those challenges and expanding the reach of your practice across the state of Washington. Learn practical strategies for navigating hearings, mediations, and depositions conducted from afar and harnessing the flexibility of modern technology to expand your impact, particularly for those practicing solo or in a small firm.

Whether you're new to the practice or the technology, or a seasoned vet with numerous remote depositions under your belt, this seminar will deliver refreshers and practical examples that can be applied to your day-to-day practice throughout the state.

Date+Time:
Monday, September 28, 2026.
Noon–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Michael J. Brandenberg – Evergreen Property Law, PLLC, Liberty Lake, WA.
• Matthew Audish – WSBA Litigation Section Executive Committee.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.00 Law & Legal Procedure
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free

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September 22: What’s New? A Health Law Conversation with Commissioner Kuderer

Title:
What’s New? A Health Law Conversation with Commissioner Kuderer

Description:
Washington's Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer will discuss the role of the Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner in regulating health insurance and enforcement activities in the state. OIC regulates insurers, protects consumer rights, investigates complaints, and ensures market stability. The agency's activities touch almost every person in Washington state.

Date+Time:
Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
12:30–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speaker:

• Patty Kuderer – Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner, Olympia, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.00 Law & Legal Procedure
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free

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September 17: Ensuring Equal Justice for Self-Represented Persons

Title:
Ensuring Equal Justice for Self-Represented Persons

Description:
Courtrooms everywhere are seeing a rise in self-represented persons. In this program, a small panel that includes a courthouse facilitator coordinator, legal aid staff, and a lived experience expert, will share insights into the kinds of populations most likely to represent themselves in courts, the barriers self-represented persons face when navigating court rules and procedures, and the kinds of biases they may encounter from judges and legal professionals.

Panelists will then share ways that legal aid programs, court staff, opposing counsel, and concerned WSBA members can help ensure equal access to the courts and equal justice under law for self-represented persons.

Date+Time:
Thursday, September 17, 2026.
11:55 AM–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Kayley Carrillo – Court Equity & Access Program, Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC), Olympia, WA.
• Cassia Gehl – Clark County Volunteer Lawyers Program, Vancouver, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA); Sponsored by ALPS ALPS.

Credits:
1.00 Ethics (Equity)
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free

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August 12: International Space Law: A Primer

Title:
International Space Law: A Primer

Description:
This one-hour CLE will provide attorneys with a practical introduction to the legal framework governing activities in outer space.

The program will address the foundational space treaties, key principles such as non-appropriation, jurisdiction, liability, and international responsibility, and the evolving role of private entities in commercial space activities.

It will also touch upon current policy developments affecting space commerce, exploration, and the transition toward a more commercially active space economy.

Date+Time:
Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Noon–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Neha Dagley – SpaceMarked Legal Advisory, Coral Gables, FL.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.00 Law & Legal Procedure.
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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September 10: Managing AI-Generated Filings in the Bankruptcy Court

Title:
Managing AI-Generated Filings in the Bankruptcy Court

Description:
The panelists will discuss issues regarding the increasing proliferation of AI-generated documents in bankruptcy court, with a special emphasis on filings by self-represented parties.

The discussion will include consideration of methods that courts or parties in interest may consider adopting to mitigate the harms of abusive AI-generated filings.

Date+Time:
Thursday, September 10, 2026.
Noon–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Chief Judge Whitman L. Holt – United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Washington, Yakima, WA.
• Truman W. Wiles – United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Washington, Yakima, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.00 Law & Legal Procedure.
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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July 23: Inclusivity in a Time of Division: Intersectionality & Legal Work

Title:
Inclusivity in a Time of Division: Intersectionality & Legal Work

Description:
This CLE will be presented by the Lavender Rights Project, a Black Trans led organization that focuses on advancing gender self-determination, collective safety, and community-rooted systems of care. The CLE will discuss how the law impacts people with marginalized intersection identities, why intersectionality is important to consider in legal work, and how to work with clients who have intersectional identities.

Faculty:

• Maya Manus – Lavender Rights Project, Seattle, WA.
• Sabrina Rodriguez – Lavender Rights Project, Seattle, WA.

Schedule:

• 11:45 AM – Webinar Login Opens.
• Noon – Webinar Begins.
• 1:30 PM – Adjourn.

Date+Time:
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Noon–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Maya Manus – Lavender Rights Project, Seattle, WA.
• Sabrina Rodriguez – Lavender Rights Project, Seattle, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.50 Ethics (Equity)
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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August 20: Civil Protection Orders in WA: A View from the Bench

Title:
Civil Protection Orders in WA: A View from the Bench

Description:
Gain an inside perspective on representing clients under RCW 7.105. King County Superior Court Commissioner (ret.) Jennie Laird will provide an overview for attorneys representing clients in Civil Protection Order matters, with a focus on domestic violence, imparting vital information suitable for new and seasoned practitioners alike in this quickly evolving area. Participants will receive a comprehensive overview of the relevant law, and tips including best practices and pitfalls to avoid.

Faculty:

• Jennie Laird – Rosen ADR, Seattle WA.

Schedule:

• 11:45 AM – Webinar Login Opens.
• Noon – Webinar Begins.
• 1:15 PM – Adjourn.

Date+Time:
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Noon–1:15 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Jennie Laird – Rosen ADR, Seattle WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.25 Law & Legal Procedure
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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July 15: What Lawyers & Doctors Want Each Other to Know About End of Life

Title:
What Lawyers & Doctors Want Each Other to Know About End of Life

Description:
This CLE will explore the benefits and pitfalls of advanced planning for end of life from a legal and medical perspective. The panel will include attorneys and a medical doctor, with expertise in preparing clients and patients for end of life. Beginning with an overview of the legal landscape in Washington around consent, capacity, and death with dignity, the panel will discuss several hypothetical scenarios to illustrate how attorneys and doctors can help close the knowledge and care gap for their mutual client/patient in end of life planning or in crisis scenarios.

Faculty:

• Carla Calogero – Reed Longyear Corwin Burnett & Calogero, PLLC, Seattle, WA.
• Erin Glass – Chuckanut Law Group, Bellingham, WA.
• Joshua Wilfong, DO – Kaiser Permanente, Bellevue, WA.

Schedule:

• 11:45 AM – Webinar Login Opens.
• 12:00 PM – Webinar Begins.
• 1:30 PM – Adjourn.

Date+Time:
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Noon–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Carla Calogero – Reed Longyear Corwin Burnett & Calogero, PLLC, Seattle, WA.
• Erin Glass – Chuckanut Law Group, Bellingham, WA.
• Joshua Wilfong, DO – Kaiser Permanente, Bellevue, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

Credits:
1.50 Law & Legal Procedure
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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August 5: The Ethical Lawyer’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence Tools

Title:
The Ethical Lawyer’s Guide to Artificial Intelligence Tools

Description:
Artificial intelligence is now embedded in legal research platforms, drafting tools, e-discovery, and client communication portals. This seminar provides guidance for the ethical duties triggered by AI use as well as practical tips and examples in practice.

Date+Time:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
11:55–1 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Michele Carney – Carney & Marchi PS, Seattle, WA.
• Sandra Schilling – Washington State Bar Association, Seattle, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA); Sponsored by ALPS.

Credits:
Washington State: 1.00 Ethics.
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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June 30: Legal Lunchbox Series: Financial Expert Essentials

Description:
This seminar examines how legal teams can identify, evaluate, and effectively work with financial expert witnesses throughout litigation. Topics include expert selection criteria, background investigations, the distinction between academic and practitioner experts, early retention strategies, and best practices for expert report development. The presentation also highlights the broad applications and value of financial experts in damages analyses, fraud investigations, valuations, securities matters, and other complex disputes.

Title:
Legal Lunchbox Series: Financial Expert Essentials

Date And Time:
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
11:55 AM–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Hanna T. Harrison – Washington New Members Committee (WMNC), Spokane, WA (Chair & Moderator).
• Jorge A. Amador, Esq., CPA, CFF – Axia Advisors, LLC, Stamford, CT (Faculty).

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA).

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

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

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June 22: Comparing Global Privacy Laws

Title:
Comparing Global Privacy Laws

Description:
The GDPR and U.S. law are the usual focus of privacy CLEs, but what is going on in the rest of the world? Through a comparative lens, our panelists will discuss privacy laws from their countries of origin including India, Nigeria, Canada, and Colombia.

Date And Time:
Monday, June 22, 2026
Noon–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Esther Arokun – Schlemlein Fick & Franklin, PLLC, Seattle, WA.
• Angie Castaneda – Jaime Barron PC, Seattle, WA.
• Tanveer Kaur – Recent LLM Graduate, Seattle, WA.
• Nishi Malik – City of Calgary, Calgary, Canada.
• Olivia Holder – Bracker & Holder LLC, Seattle, WA (Moderator).

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA); Developed in partnership with the WSBA International Practice Section and WSBA Business Law Section

Credits:
Washington State: 1.50 Other
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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June 16: Civil Commitment Law 2026: Between Care and Coercion

Title:
Civil Commitment Law 2026: Between Care and Coercion

Description:
Civil commitment remains one of the least understood yet most consequential areas of modern law, sitting at the intersection of mental health, public safety, and civil liberties. The concept of forcing involuntary mental health treatment is highly controversial, and is the subject of increased discussion and legislation. Should more people be civilly committed for coerced treatment, or fewer – and where should the treatment take place? This presentation by practitioners experienced in Washington’s Involuntary Treatment Act will examine significant recent legal and policy developments at the state and federal levels and their implications.

Date And Time:
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
Noon–1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speakers:

• Kim Mosolf – Disability Rights Washington, Seattle, WA.
• Eric Nelson – Office of Washington Attorney General, Olympia, WA.
• Eric Neiman – Epstein Becker Green, Portland, OR.

By:
Washington State Bar Association (WSBA); Sponsored by ALPS.

Credits:
Washington State: 1.50 Law & Legal Procedure
Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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May 26: Legal Lunchbox — Subtle Acts of Exclusion

This seminar is a practical training that helps attendees recognize and interrupt the small, often unintentional behaviors that signal who belongs and who does not. Participants learn to identify patterns in everyday interactions, distinguish intent from impact, and practice low‑friction responses they can use in the moment. The session concludes with applying allyship to build shared agreements that reduce bias in communication and decision‑making.

Title:
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: Subtle Acts of Exclusion
WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series

Webinar Date+Time:
Tuesday, May 26, 2026.
11:55 AM – 1:30 PM PT.
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speaker:
Dr. Nitasha Cox – Washington Attorney General’s Office, Seattle, WA.

Moderator:
Dennis Young – Washington Attorney General’s Office, Seattle, WA.

By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series.

Sponsored By:
ALPS.

Credits:
Washington State: 1.50 Ethics (Equity).
Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided upon request.

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

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May 22: International Child Law from a US and Non‑US Perspective

International family lawyer Marguerite (Maggie) Smith will discuss her recent sabbatical study of child law in the Republic of Ireland, whether the United States should follow international laws, and to what extent such alignment could be achieved on a state level in the absence of congressional action.

Title:
International Child Law from a US And Non‑US Perspective

Webinar Date+Time:
Friday, May 22, 2026.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT.
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar – Register Now!

Speaker:
Marguerite Smith, Flexx Law, P.S., Bellevue, WA.

Sponsored By:
Washington State Bar Association; Developed in partnership with the WSBA International Practice Section.

Credit:

• Washington State: 1.00 Other credit.
• Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

Cost:
Free.

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March 24: Healthcare as a Human Right

Healthcare is often identified as a human right. But how is this broad principle defined and implemented internationally, nationally, and at the state level? This seminar will provide a glimpse of the different responses to this principle.

Title:

Healthcare as a Human Right
Date+Time:
March 24, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:

• Aaron B. Katz - University of Washington School of Public Health, Seattle, WA
• Chryssa Deliganis - Seattle University School of Law, Seattle, WA
• Miriam McDonnell, MD - Oregon Universal Health Plan Governance Board, Salem, OR

By:
Washington State Bar Association; Developed in partnership with the WSBA World Peace Through Law Section , the WSBA International Practice Section and the WSBA Health Law Section.

Credits:

• Washington State: 1.50 Other
• Other States: Certificate of attendance provided upon request.

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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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January 29: Patenting of Software and AI-based inventions before the European Patent Office (EPO)

Title:
Patenting of Software and AI-based inventions before the EPO
WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series
Description:

This session will provide a practical and up-to-date overview of how to obtain patent protection for software-related and AI-based inventions before the European Patent Office (EPO). 

We will discuss the legal framework and examination approach applied by the EPO, including technicality requirements, inventive step assessment for computer-implemented inventions, and emerging trends in the treatment of AI technologies. The presentation will also cover effective prosecution strategies, pitfalls to avoid and real-world examples. Participants will gain insights into how to position software and AI innovations for maximum patent eligibility and protection in Europe.
Webinar Date+Time:
January 29, 2026 

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:
Maximilian J. Weiss - SKM-IP, Munich, Germany
By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series; Developed in partnership with the WSBA International Practice Section .
Credits:

• Washington State: 1.00 Law & Legal Procedure
• Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided on your request.

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January 27: GR 33 Disability Accommodations in Court

Title:
Legal Lunchbox™ Series: GR 33 Disability Accommodations in Court

Description:  
This session provides attorneys and courts with a practical overview of Washington’s General Rule 33 (GR 33), which governs requests for disability accommodations in court proceedings. We will discuss how attorneys can effectively make and respond to requests, and how courts can evaluate and implement them consistently. Insights from the Administration Office of the Courts Disability Justice Task Force study will highlight current challenges and opportunities for improvement. The session will also clarify documentation standards, undue burden, ex parte communication, and Washington’s unique provision allowing appointment of counsel in civil cases.
Webinar Date+Time:
January 27, 2026
Time:11:55 AM - 1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speakers:

• Joslyn Nelson - Washington Administrative Office of the Courts, Olympia, WA
• Evangeline Stratton - WSBA Pro Bono & Public Service Committee, Bainbridge Island, WA

By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series, presented in collaboration with the WSBA Equity & Justice Team; Sponsored by ALPS.
Credits:

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

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

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November 25: Harnessing the Power of Neurodiversity

Welcoming neurodiversity means being inclusive of people who view, understand and think about the world differently. This training can help to create a more open and welcoming environment, with the right support available for neurodivergent employees and teams. Training content includes defining neurodiversity, disclosure in the workplace, disability etiquette, accommodations and support, leveraging individual strengths, and implementing accessible communication avenues such as providing effective feedback, and establishing email, chat and meeting norms for a team.
Attendees will leave with a better understanding of creating more inclusive environments in the workplace and a plan to start implementing their learnings. Opportunities for Q&A are embedded throughout the presentation, as well as during the last 20 minutes of the presentation.
Title:
Harnessing the Power of Neurodiversity
WSBA Legal Lunchbox Series
Webinar Date+Time:
November 25, 2025
11:55 AM - 1:30 PM PT
Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar - Register Now!
Speaker:
Paige Porter - The How Skills, Bellingham+Seattle, WA

By:
Washington State Bar Association Legal Lunchbox Series, Presented in collaboration with the WSBA Member Wellness Program, Sponsored by ALPS.

Credits:

• Washington State: Credits:1.50 Ethics (Equity)
• Other States: A Certificate of Attendance can be provided on your request.

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

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