California MCLE - Ethics Credit Courses

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  • The Ethics Rules & Logistics Involved with Selling or Buying a Law Firm

    This CLE course will explore the intersection of the Professional Rules of Conduct with the sale and purchase of a law firm. Participants will gain insight into the three primary options for selling a law firm, along with the practical considerations and logistics involved in both buying and selling a legal practice. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics for Inside and Outside Council

    This CLE course prepares attorneys—whether in-house or external counsel—to deliver competent, timely, and cost-effective legal advice and services to companies and their affiliates. Success in this role requires a thorough understanding of the company’s mission, operations, culture, and objectives in both domestic and global markets, along with strong business acumen for effective risk assessment and legal guidance. The course will also explore the unique ethical challenges att... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics of Practicing Across State Lines: Temporary and Virtual Practice

    Lawyers frequently engage in legal practice across jurisdictions where they aren't licensed, advising clients, handling calls and emails, drafting agreements, and even litigating cases. This evolving landscape has created numerous regulatory challenges as courts, bar associations, and ethics committees adapt to the realities of modern commerce. In this CLE course, we will use hypothetical scenarios to explore the rules governing cross-state legal practice, remote work, and virtual law... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Update On Conflicts Of Interest for Attorneys: Rules and Recent Cases & Opinions

    Managing conflicts of interest is one of the most significant challenges in maintaining the ethical and efficient operation of a law firm. A solid understanding of the relevant rules, along with key cases and opinions interpreting those rules, is essential for practitioners. While every U.S. state has adopted some version of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, there are variations in conflict of interest rules and differences in how they are applied, including the determination of... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation

    This CLE course explores the ethical challenges that attorneys may face when providing legal services on a pro bono basis. Grounded in the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, the course focuses on key rules relevant to typical pro bono scenarios, offering guidance on how attorneys can identify and navigate potential ethical pitfalls while striving to effectively represent their clients and promote access to justice. The course also highlights variations from the Model Rules specific to Mi... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Reel Ethics: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas Through Film and TV Scenarios

    Join us for an engaging and interactive CLE course that delves into various ethical scenarios through the lens of popular movies and television shows. By analyzing ethical dilemmas faced by fictional lawyers, you'll learn how to navigate similar issues in your practice. We'll present real-life examples, solutions, and possible outcomes, all within a mock format focused on the New York Rules of Professional Conduct. This course will equip you with the skills to evaluate and handle ethical... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • ABA Model Rules Of Professional Conduct and AI Ethics: Key Highlights of the New Challenges Facing Attorney Compliance

    In this CLE session, we will explore the significant ethical considerations that arise when practicing law in tandem with AI, which often operates without the structured ethical foundation that governs human professionals. This CLE is tailored specifically for lawyers, beginning with a straightforward introduction to artificial intelligence and its ethical framework, presented in a way that resonates with legal professionals’ problem-solving approach. Following this overview, the... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Telling Them What They Don’t Want to Hear: Maintaining Your Ethics and Your Client Relationships

    This CLE course explores the interplay of ethical and relationship issues when communicating difficult topics to clients. These topics include: situations where plans go awry; admitting mistakes; addressing clients' bad ideas; expressing disbelief in clients' statements; handling requests for inappropriate actions; dealing with potential mental incompetence in clients. Presented from the perspective of an in-house Chief Legal Officer focused on interactions with a single... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • The Ethics of Law Firm Lateral Transitions

    The era of lawyers spending their entire careers at a single firm is largely over. Today, legal professionals frequently transition to new firms, navigating a maze of complex and often conflicting ethical and legal rules. Balancing their personal rights with their obligations to current and future firms—and most crucially, to their clients—is essential. In this CLE course, Ronald Minkoff, an experienced attorney with extensive expertise in facilitating lateral moves for both lawyers and fir... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Prosecutors and Restitution: Navigating Ethical Challenges

    In numerous criminal cases, victims endure severe injuries and significant inconveniences due to a lengthy, confusing, and challenging legal process. The path to recovery—whether physical, legal, emotional, or personal—can be extremely difficult. Meanwhile, criminal defendants face their own array of hurdles within a legal system overwhelmed by numerous cases and conflicting priorities. Their quest for justice is fraught with unique obstacles. In the midst of this complex scenario is t... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Lawyers and Generative Artificial Intelligence: What Could Go Wrong: Ethical and Other Concerns

    Explore the transformative impact of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) on the legal profession in this comprehensive CLE program. As GAI continues to revolutionize the field, its applications in litigation and broader legal services are becoming indispensable. This course delves into the promising potential of GAI while also addressing the critical risks and challenges it presents. We'll examine how attorneys can effectively integrate GAI into their practice, the ethical conside... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Navigating Ethical Challenges: AI Adoption in Legal Practice

    AI tools are being used to accomplish an untold number of tasks in countless industries, and their use is only getting more widespread. This CLE course will focus on the responsible use of AI in the legal industry and how to ensure your use is aligned with the Model Rules of Professional Conduct. The course will also review the various ethical implications of the use of AI and offer tips and strategies for efficient and effective methods to integrate AI into your law practice. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Misconduct in the Representation of a Client

    This CLE course will focus on the application and scope of Model Rules 1.16 and 8.4(d). Presented by two experienced practitioners, the course will address the recent amendment to Rule 1.16 and whether it merely codifies a duty that already existed or imposes completely new duties on attorneys in order to monitor how their clients utilize their services. Those opposed maintain that the amendment is a substantial change made by the ABA under pressure from the Department of Treasury, Con... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Federal & State Ethics Rules For Immigration Lawyers & Other Multijurisdictional Practices Areas

    Navigating federal practice areas like immigration can be intricate due to the multitude of rules involved. Tribunals often have their own set of regulations, and the practice itself spans multiple jurisdictions. This CLE program aims to assist lawyers in determining the applicable rules and facilitating a comparison between federal and state regulations. Additionally, it will delve into the unique requirement of addressing bar complaints within immigration law practice. Key topic... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Building Your Practice While Complying with the Attorney Advertising Rules

    Building a practice involves tremendous complexity, and building one in compliance with ethical standards is even more challenging. This CLE course will offer best practices and techniques to build a practice that complies with attorney advertising rules. Presented by experts with decades of experience in law, advertising, marketing, PR, as well as one who is a veteran Air Force Officer and Georgetown Law graduate, the course will explain attorney advertising rules and their relationship to so... More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Duties When Representing Clients and Working on Client Files

    There are many ethical considerations and Bar rules to consider when determining whether to take on a client. This CLE course will explain those rules and considerations as they apply to taking on a client, continuing representation, and/or termination – as well as the possibilities in between. The course will present critical ethical considerations to assist lawyers in representing clients and working on client files/matters. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Navigating AI Ethics and Detection: Insights for Lawyers and Legal Professionals

    Generative AI has changed the landscape for virtually every business and industry. This CLE course will offer attorneys a solid background of the ethical standards in the legal industry with respect to AI as it stands in March 2024. Given the dynamic nature of the issue, it’s important to take that into consideration. The course will address the recent ABA Resolution regarding the use of ethics in AI, a review of the various areas of ethical considerations in the law, recent case law,... More Info

    $65
    2Total Credits
    1 Ethics, 1 Tech

  • Tell it Straight, Keep it Straight, Drink it Straight - Practicing Ethics in the Personal Injury Practice

    This informative CLE course will address the application of ABA Model Rules 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 and 1.15 in personal injury law. The course will emphasize clear communication with clients, the importance of safeguarding client information and property and managing conflicts of interest. Tips and strategies for effectively balancing these ethical responsibilities, particularly in scenarios that involve complex relationships between drivers and passengers, and how to manage insurance settlem... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • 1031 Exchanges: Ethical Considerations

    Navigating 1031 Exchanges can be intricate, and this in-depth CLE course is designed to unravel the complexities. This course will elucidate optimal strategies and a diverse range of ethical considerations associated with 1031 Exchanges. The agenda encompasses key aspects such as Qualifying Property, Scope of Representation, Conflicts of Interest, Identification, Qualified Intermediaries, and additional relevant topics. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Nuts and Bolts of Ethics: No Nonsense

    Ethical values may change with the times, but the concept of ethics in business has been around for a long time. This CLE course will explore the origins of ethics and how ethical obligations continue to impact what is considered honorable behavior amongst attorneys today. The course will address the 5 C’s – Competence, Communication, Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest and Candor) of the Ethical Guidelines of Virgina. The impact of each of these on an attorney’s ability to practice... More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Client Management: Tips and Tricks On What Can Save You Problems

    The client relationship is perhaps the most important factor in the success of any legal action. This CLE course will address how the relationship should begin and how to ethically manage the client’s expectations. Using real examples and rule applications, the course will explain how to start a client relationship so that it’s got a solid basis with regards to goals and attitudes. The course will provide tips and strategies to avoid potential pitfalls and maintain compliance with the... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Ten Worst Ethics Nightmares You Can Have

    Legal ethics are a dangerous area – one mistake can derail your career. This CLE course will present a rapid analysis of the 10 disastrous legal ethics errors you can. The ABA Model Rules of Professional Responsibility are often a solid guide for clarity in the ethical expectations of the legal profession, nothing is more impactful than real-life scenarios. While these errors are not totally inclusive of the challenges facing practitioners today, those actively engaged in the practice... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • The Ethics of Witness Preparation: Does ABA Ethics Rules Change the Dynamics for Preparing Witnesses?

    Led by a team of highly experienced trial and litigation specialists, this informative CLE course will address the impact of new ABA Formal Opinion 508, “The Ethics of Witness Preparation,”. The course will present the impact of the opinion on counsel’s approach to working with witnesses, including a client, who must testify at deposition and trial. The course will address how the opinion changes the ethics rules as well as discuss the ethical limits when working with favorable witnes... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethics in Debt Collection Law

    This CLE course will explain the ethical and liability traps that attorneys are subject to for those collecting and prosecuting consumer debts under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). This course will explain the most common rules of professional responsibility that typically result in liability under the FDCPA. Presented by defense counsel with over 30 years of experience defending law firms against FDCPA allegations, the course will present the best approaches to avoidin... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Analyzing the Right and Ethical Way to Prepare Witnesses in Criminal Cases

    The zealous representation of clients is the obligation of all attorneys. But that obligation does not give them the right to ignore the rules of professional conduct, or that of honesty and candor in front of the tribunal. Creating a balance between the two can certainly present a challenge. This CLE course will explain how to structure presentations for the maximum effect and best serve a client’s interests while still maintaining the proper standards for honesty, the prevention of p... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues in Representing Clients with Diminished Capacity

    This informative CLE session will delve into the legal guidelines that apply to attorneys when assisting clients who face diminished capacity. The discussion will shed light on the potential risks of fraud and abuse that individuals with diminished capacity may encounter. Attendees of this course will gain valuable insights on recognizing clients with diminished capacity and implementing necessary measures to ensure the seamless management of their portfolios. Additionally, the... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics in Modern Day Legal Practice: The Current Hot Ethical Topics Found in Client Grievances and Malpractice Suits

    Ethical issues are constantly evolving and modern day legal practices need to stay current. This informative CLE course will address the latest trends in ethics with a particular focus on the rules that govern attorney conduct. The course will explore how the rules apply to an ever-changing landscape. The course will specifically address issues such as the preservation of electronic data, social media, cyber security, and electronics, and in person and virtual technology in the courtro... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Referral Fees: A 50 State Survey

    Fee sharing, when done correctly, is an ethical approach to providing a better outcome for clients. This CLE course will present the various regulatory frameworks that states utilize in determining referral fees for fee sharing. Designed to provide attorneys with a working understanding of how to effectively use this tool to their clients’ benefit while growing their practice, the course will address the ABA Model rules, the necessary disclosures for an ethical fee sharing agreement an... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics in the Digital Era: What Attorneys Need to Know

    Data breaches are becoming increasingly common, posing a great challenge to law firms. Between the Ethical Rules of Conduct, your individual state’s regulations on professional conduct and the potential for financial and other penalties, it’s critical to recognize and take steps to prevent as well as reduce the impact of data breaches. This CLE course will explain various strategies to prevent data breaches, cybersecurity and the ethical and legal obligations in the wake of a breach.... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Breaking Up Is Hard To Do: Navigating Partnership Disputes and High-Impact Partner Departures

    Breakups can be challenging, and although they may not be as severe as divorces, managing conflicts between partners and dealing with the departure of a significant collaborator can be tough. In this informative CLE, we will explore effective strategies for handling disputes and separations, covering important aspects such as the responsibilities of a firm towards an attorney and vice versa, communication techniques, ethical considerations, and privacy concerns. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • All's Fair In The Rules of Professional Conduct: Threats and Fees

    This CLE course will address the rules of professional conduct in relation to fairness regarding both threats and fees. The course will begin by presenting threats to present, or participate in presenting, professional or criminal disciplinary charges in order to gain an advantage in a civil matter. The course will then discuss Professional Rule of Conduct 1.5 which deals with the improper handling of fees, engagement letters and fee splitting between attorneys. More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Data Protection Issues: Ethical Considerations and New Requirements

    Several states are currently considering mandating CLE hours that concentrate on cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection. The obligation for lawyers to possess technology competency is not new, as many states have already adopted the American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rule's requirement. The aim of the CLE program is to address lawyers' ethical obligations and requirements and highlight its relevance for other states. The program will also offer practical strategies, explain impo... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics in Workers Compensation

    Workers compensation is a complex and confusing area of law. This CLE course will help attorneys navigate the system to ensure that every claimant received the representation they need and deserve. The course will cover ethical representation and the most common issues that arise and how to differentiate between what Associate Justice Potter Steward of the United States Supreme Court called, “the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.” More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics: Reasonableness of Fees

    Compliance with ethics rules are a requirement for all firms and it is typically someone’s responsibility to ensure that compliance whether it’s an ethics committee, sole employee, or a shared responsibility amongst all attorneys. Regardless of how it is handled, ethics are the responsibility of all and this CLE course will demonstrate how to ensure compliance and mine timesheets for early warning signs that you are in danger of an ethics claim. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • To Prosecute or Not To Prosecute? Analyzing Ethical Rules Telling Prosecutors When and How They Can Do Their Job

    Whether and how to prosecute a case is not an open and shut issue. This CLE course will present prosecutors with the rules which limit the possibility of prosecuting certain cases as well as the guidelines for how they can and should be prosecuted. But this course does not only apply to prosecutors, as defense attorneys can use this information to attempt to dissuade prosecutors to drop cases or try them in a specific way. The course will explain and analyze these rules and gui... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics & Client Communication: Setting Yourself Up for Success

    Ethics regulations impose specific rules and standards for client communication. This CLE course will assist lawyers in understanding their bar-mandated responsibilities as well as how to create a system to ensure your mental health while meeting the needs of your clients. The course will present insights into Rule 1.4 and explain how to create and maintain a stress-free environment in this high stakes profession. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics: Lawyer and Client Relationship

    This CLE course will familiarize private practice attorneys with tips and strategies to avoid unintentionally committing UPL violations. This applies particularly to those who perform transactional work and/or are telecommuting from a state or states that is outside where they are admitted to practice. Addressing the contours of what constitutes the unauthorized practice of law (UPL), this CLE course, based partially on an article I had written, will open with a walk through of LegalZ... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Considerations in Matrimonial and Family Law

    This interactive CLE course will address various ethical issues that may be faced by matrimonial and family court practitioners in their interactions with clients, other attorneys and within their own firm. Employing a mock format, the course will use the New York Rules of Professional Conduct as its foundation to present real-life examples and solutions alongside potential outcomes and methods of addressing how to best navigate these issues. Designed to provide you with the skills to... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Weaponizing Rule 1.7 Against Insurance Defense Counsel

    Throughout the country, liability insurers defend their policyholders against liability disputes. To do so, they hire pre-approved panel of defense counsel with two goals: 1) To protect the insurer’s interests as potential indemnitor, and 2) To represent the policyholder as a party to a liability dispute The Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 1.7 impose six prongs of ethical prohibitions and permissions on counsel, each of which is investigated and analyzed to ensure compliance. This i... More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • Legal Ethics and the Mediation Process

    Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has grown a great deal over the past 10 years, particularly in the area of mediation. This process, however, is one that many counsel lack familiarity with. This CLE course, presented by Judge Scheinkman, will explain the importance of ethical considerations as they relate to settlement negotiations. The nature of mediation requires that parties abide by ethical rules and good faith in negotiations. Trust in this regard is not a relative concept,... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Mediation Ethics for Mediators and Mediation Advocates

    As with all areas of law, the ethical rules that apply to mediation can be complex. This CLE course will assist both mediation advocates and third-party neutrals in understanding and working within these standards. The course will offer a review of the Model Standards that were designed and are recommended by the ABA (American Bar Association) as well as the AAA (American Arbitration Association and the ACR (Association for Conflict Resolution). The course will offer examples of how th... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Legal Ethics: Confidentiality and Taking Remedial Measures

    The issue of confidentiality is critical to the attorney/client relationship. As one of the three primary fiduciary duties a lawyer owes to their client, it is necessary to ensure that clients can discuss sensitive matters with their lawyer. What happens, however, when evidence presented turns out to be false? How do attorneys balance the confidentiality requirement when it conflicts with the lawyer’s obligations of honesty? This CLE course will explain how to address the presentatio... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Concerns for Vehicle and Traffic Law Matters

    Ethical issues can arise from any area of law. This CLE course will address those that may arise specifically from Vehicle and Traffic matters. The course will present methods to effectively advocate for your client while remaining within the boundaries of your ethical responsibilities. The course will include a discussion of plea negotiations with prosecutors on DWI’s and moving violations, as well as plea restrictions set by the court as a blanket policy. The course will explain how... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Considerations When Responding To Lozada Complaints

    While one of the most complex areas of law, immigration law can be extremely rewarding and tends to foster a collegial atmosphere amongst peers. Yet this congeniality can backfire when an attorney must file a disciplinary complaint against another in defense of their clients as required by the Matter of Lozada. This CLE course will focus primarily on how to manage a situation when you are accused of errors. The course will review proper and appropriate responses to the ethics authoriti... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues Concerning Retainer Agreements, Website Management, and Termination Letters

    This comprehensive CLE course will present the many issues involved in engaging clients through Engagement Letters. The course will address how to create effective Engagement Letters as well as developing and maintaining firm websites for the purpose of minimizing potential representation risks as well as for determining when termination of the Attorney/Client relationship is necessary. The course will introduce participants to the appropriate forms and strategies when facing a... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Handling Current Legal Ethical Issues

    Remote work became the norm during COVID-19 and with it many practical issues arose, particularly for attorneys. This CLE course will address some of those issues particularly with regards to discussing personal legal matters with work employees. The course will present examples of attorneys acting as overzealous advocates for their clients and how that can result in lawyers crossing ethical boundaries. More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • In the Beginning... and Before: Ethical Considerations at the Outset of Representation

    This two part CLE course will address the professional responsibilities that attorneys have prior to representing clients. The course will begin with solicitation and barratry including practices such as ambulance chasing as well as conduct, consequences, enforcement and other rules of professional conduct. Part two of the lecture will address the importance of engagement letters, what’s included in them and how they can and should reduce the risk of malpractice claims. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics in Tax Practice

    Tax law comes with its own unique challenges and characteristics. It is distinguished from other areas both by the technical aspects of the discipline as well as the ethical standards involved. Beyond ethics codes governing individual states and the ABA Model Rules, tax lawyers are also subject to IRS Circular 230 and must navigate the Internal Revenue Code’s myriad penalties. When it comes to opinion practice, tax attorneys often look to relevant Treasury Regulations which provides a... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Considerations for Multistate Referral Rules and Fees

    Presented by a former Morris County Assistant Prosecutor, this CLE course will present rules and best practices for Attorney Referral fees and the ethics surrounding them in New Jersey as well as state-by-state throughout the country. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Ethics and Art of Settlement at Mediation

    Mediation has many benefits both for attorneys and for their clients. This informative CLE course will present the ways in which attorneys may benefit from the mediation process including in presentation, psychology, and strategies that will better your chances of success. The course will also offer a detailed review of the mediation process and the importance of ethical behavior to your success. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Ethics of Social Media and Attorney Competency

    The ethical use of social media to build your referral network is fraught with pitfalls. Whether referring to advertising, solicitation or attorney communication, the Rules of Professional Conduct must be used to ensure you do not cross any ethical lines. This CLE course will cover these rules as they relate to internet marketing and advertising and will highlight where the ethical standards have fallen behind of advancing technology. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics: Dos and Don’ts for Attorney Advertising

    Marketing yourself as a lawyer can create confusing ethical dilemmas. This CLE course will address the correct balance of advertising, social media and video and client engagement used to grow your practice. The course will differentiate between advertisements and solicitations and explain the importance of the distinction. The issues of trade names and compliance with the latest rules will be addressed. More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • What Happens To Your Practice If You Die Or Become Disabled

    No one wants to think about the possibility of tragedy but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. What will happen to your practice if you become disabled or pass away? Have you dealt with the practicalities? This CLE course will offer preventative steps to ethically comply with client obligations as well ensure your family is protected and the value of practice recovered. Designed primarily for small or solo firms, the course will raise awareness and make sure you are prepared in... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethics “Gotchas” That Every Estate Planners Must Know

    Given the dynamic nature of today’s estate and tax laws, attorneys have plenty to keep up with. With regards to estate planning, it’s critical for attorneys to know about their obligation to their clients under the Rules of Professional Responsibility lest they be faced with expensive and time-consuming ethics investigations which could result in a revocation of their license. This lively CLE course, presented by a trial lawyer with over 20 years of trust and estate litigation experience,... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • The Ethics of Law Firm Management: Now More Than Ever

    While daunting, opening a law firm, whether as a sole practitioner or with several other attorneys, is the easiest part of the process. The management and running of a firm is where the complexities, and seemingly insurmountable hurdles lie. Held to a higher standard than other businesspeople, attorneys still need to make a profit. This CLE course will cover the Rules of Professional Conduct and ethical issues lawyers must follow when running a practice and how competing interests can... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • E-Discovery’s Emerging Ethical Challenges

    With the growing need to produce and examine ESI, attorneys must become technologically proficient. This informative CLE course will explore the challenges inherent in preserving and gathering ESI, managing a client’s use of social media and the many ethical issues that may arise as well as strategies to avoid them. The course will also address the ABA Model Rule 1.1 and the attorney obligation it contains. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics of Legal Writing

    Ethical issues can befall even the most experienced attorneys. This CLE course will examine five of the more common ethical pitfalls in writing, including plagiarism, frivolous writing, failure to cite adverse authority, incivility in legal writing, and ghostwriting. The course will explain how to avoid crossing the line between ethical and unethical writing with the goal of helping attorneys evaluate their writing for appropriate advocacy. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • An Ethical Guide to Expert Witness Reports & Testimony

    Litigating construction lawsuits are adversarial processes at their core. Yet the American Bar Association has nevertheless established Model Rules of Professional Conduct, offering guidance for lawyers’ conduct in the course of “seek[ing] a result advantageous to its client but consistent with requirements of honest dealings with others.” The ethical standards outlined apply both to the interaction between a counsel and the representation of their client as well as to the retention an... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Home is Where The License Is: Ethical Considerations for Lawyer Relocation During and After the Pandemic

    COVID-19 motivated many lawyers to relocate, work remotely, and avoid perceived risk. This CLE course will assess the legal and ethical ramifications of relocation, particularly to states beyond where you might be licensed. The course will address authorization to practice, jurisdiction and choice of rules. More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Attorney's Fees, Referral Fees, and Billing Practices

    Ethics rules for attorneys are well-known, but not necessarily well understood. Whether we are talking about lawyer fees, referral fee requirements and fee sharing, non-refundable payments and all issues related to costs and settlements, the lawyer Trust Account Rules offer guidelines that every attorney should know. This CLE course will address these topics and offer important strategies to make sure attorneys know and understand their ethical obligations and how to comply with them.... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Interplay Between Ethics, Estates, Fiduciaries and Guardianships

    There are many ethical questions that arise when dealing with Estate and Elder Law. This CLE course will explore the fiduciary duties and who is owed duties as well as who is eligible to serve as a fiduciary. The limits of their duties and responsibilities, some of which trace back centuries or more also include obligations of loyalty, fair dealing, good faith and honesty. The course will attempt to utilize a practical approach to the role of the fiduciary and include real-world examp... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • The Ethics of Cannabis Law

    The cannabis industry is complex and dynamic, as are the ethical considerations surrounding representation, starting with the legal issues and ethics of representing cannabis clients. This CLE course will present a variety of legal scenarios that often arise as well as the current status of the federal and state stance on marijuana and the prospect for reform. The course will address the strategies currently being employed to mitigate risk and how the courts have attempted to reconcile... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Considerations for Counseling IRC Section 1031 Exchanges

    With a focus on the Rules of Professional Conduct as they relate to 1031 Exchanges, this CLE course will address scope of representation, competency, issues related to conflict of interest and selection considerations of the Qualified Intermediary. Related case studies will be presented throughout. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Counsel’s Role in Adopting, Implementing & Enforcing a Code of Ethics

    Codes of Ethics are designed to ensure that employees abide by a uniform standard of behavior. These codes create behavioral norms throughout a company or organization which protects both the entity and its employees. But what does a code imply? Are they rules? Suggestions? Guidelines? To what degree are they enforceable? This CLE course will explain how to regard a code of ethics as well as the role of attorneys in both designing and implementing them. The course will also address the... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Professionalism in Challenging Practice Areas

    High conflict litigation, immigration and criminal practice require an above-average standard of professionalism. How to achieve that standard, both in your practice and in your life, benefits both attorney and client, adds value and meaning to your work and enables practicing attorneys to go beyond the standard rules of ethics they are required to adhere to. This CLE course, using immigration law as an example, will offer guidance on how to apply the ideals set forth in the Lawyer’s... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Counsel's Role in Developing & Adopting a Code of Ethics

    Almost every organization today has a code of ethics they claim to abide by. But are these codes policies? Legal requirements? Are they enforceable? Are there exceptions? This CLE course will address all of this and more and explain the attorney’s role in developing and implementing the enforcement of these codes. The course will address all of these issues as they relate to the code being upheld by a small group of representatives yet scrutinized by the public at large as well as stak... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Remote Legal Work in the Post-Pandemic Age

    COVID-19 has taught us that remote work can be successful. Even for lawyers. Yet the professional responsibility rules that attorneys must abide by, can make remote work complicated. This CLE course will address the disconnect between practicing law remotely and the legal and ethical guidelines that dictate attorney behavior. The course will raise hypothetical situations to address the main issues including working remotely across state lines, in-state requirements and virtual offices... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Considerations in Conducting Investigations

    Litigation matters often require investigations by lawyers, typically of the opposing parties and the facts underlying the case. These investigations are often conducted by third parties who research public records, interview witnesses and conduct surveillance. These actions may even apply to a lawyer’s own clients or witnesses in order to corroborate or supplement testimony. The relevance of the information and the nuances of how such an investigation should be conducted is critical to this p... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Every-Day Ethics and Playing By The Rules

    Representation of clients who commit DUI’s as well as other vehicular and criminal offenses can pose a variety of ethical dilemmas for representing counsel. More often than not, these issues arise as a result of conflict between the client’s needs, the license to practice, the prosecutor and the court’s obligation to maintain a truth-seeking process. This CLE course will explain these issues and offer first-hand knowledge in balancing conflicting interests while remaining focused on su... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Legal Ethics in the Era of Technology, Social Media, and the Pandemic

    The nuances of computer technology and data security are not exactly common knowledge amongst attorneys yet complying with today’s ethics related to the digital world is essential. This CLE course will address the many hidden dangers in the tools and platforms, including such basics as email, which many attorneys aren’t aware of. The course will explain how the practice of law compounds these dangers particularly when working from home. The issue hackers and other areas of risk managem... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Considerations During a Pandemic

    COVID-19 has raised countless issues in the legal field. This CLE course will focus specifically on a number of ethical issues for attorneys and investigators that relate to client representation during the pandemic, how they might arise and how to effectively operate in the best interests of your client. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • How to Ethically Introduce Yourself to Reporters and Speak About Your Practice, Cases and Other Matters

    The art of attracting publicity is sometimes inborn, but is often learned. Why some attorneys are constantly quoted and swarmed by press may be more about who they know than what they know. If you want reporters to come calling, you better make sure they know who you are. But how to do that ethically, without breaching the Rules of Professional Conduct? That is a learned art. This CLE course will prepare you to speak about your cases safely and within the boundaries of ethics. The course will ex... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Implications of Litigating Against The Mentally Ill

    Well-known instructor and published legal commentator Dov Treiman will guide you through the landscape of ethical obligations when a legal opponent is suffering from a mental disease or impairment. The CLE course will review the legal and practical considerations of navigating such a case. The presentation will be conducted somewhat informally and interactively. Comments and questions are welcome as are specific examples you may choose to present. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Ethics of Criminal Trial Practice

    Criminal cases are daunting endeavors that are filled with complications. Yet beyond factual analysis and legal considerations are the ethical issues that may arise. This CLE course will explain the ethical responsibilities that every trial litigator may face. The course will present the various ethical considerations that are likely to come up before and during the trial process and these issues should be addressed and handled. More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Third Annual Litigation Ethics Summit

    Even under normal circumstances, the application of ethics during litigation is challenging. But during times of upheaval, with a downward pressure on fees it becomes even more difficult. The current work from home environment also contributes, adding to compliance risk. Where’s the line between lying and exaggeration in settlement discussion? How do we maneuver aggressiveness from opposing funds? This CLE course, presented as part of Frankfurt Kurnit’s Third Annual Litigation Ethics S... More Info

    $95
    3Ethics Credits

  • Avoiding and Responding to State Bar Inquiries

    The most common ethical missteps are often the most avoidable. Utilizing a variety of risk management tools, practitioners can learn which conduct and practices typically draw the attention of bar prosecutors or clients in order to avoid these potential pitfalls. This CLE course will identify and explain those tools and how to implement them as well as provide an overview on bar investigations and how to best respond to bar complaints and disciplinary letters should they arise should t... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Common Mistakes Lawyers Make with Clients and How to Avoid Them

    BAR rules and ethical considerations regarding representation or often misunderstood. This lack of information can lead to mistakes that could be costly. This CLE course will explain ethical considerations related to representation and termination and everything along the way. More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Ethics & The Electronic Ages: Understanding Heightened Legal & Ethical Responsibilities

    Data breaches have become so common they are practically inevitable and law firms are trying to find ways to guard against and respond to them should they occur. With the Ethical Rules of Conduct adding monetary risk and punitive damages, it’s imperative to take steps to protect data and understand the risk you take. This CLE course will explain cybersecurity in a comprehensive manner and offer strategies to protect against data breaches. The course will explain the specific legal and... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethics Primer: Privileges, Confidentiality And Conflicts Of Interest

    Attorney client privilege is one of the basic tenets of client representation. But what is it really? When is it applicable and under what circumstances can it be waived? To whom does it apply? This CLE course will explain the basic concepts and various nuances of attorney client privilege and work product privilege and will explain avoidance, conflicts of interest, identification and attorney disqualifications More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Practicing Law in a Pandemic: Remote Lawyering in the Age of COVID-19 PART II

    In Part II of our series on Practicing Law in a Pandemic, this CLE course will provide crucial tips and strategies to navigate the new work at home environment and the various privacy risks that may arise. The course will review the latest development in New York and explain how to create data privacy and security plans. The duty of supervision, effective communication with staff and clients, client intake, conflict management, and the quick handling of issues as they arise will all be address... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Practicing Law in a Pandemic: Remote Lawyering in the Age of COVID-19 Part I

    With more and more of the workforce adapting to working from home, the issue of security has come to the forefront. Within the legal industry, this issue is critical as the potential for mishandling confidential information and violating duties to clients dramatically increases. This CLE course will explain the potential risks and how to manage them while keeping abreast of new rules and opinions. The course will provide tips and strategies for developing a crisis plan and streamlining communi... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Fiduciary Duty For Lawyers In The Capital Markets

    Professional standards for lawyers and others working in the Capital Markets and Financial Service Industry may differ from other areas of business. This CLE course will provide an overview of subjects such as legal opinions, representation of organizations and constituents with adverse interests and when to advise the Board of unethical or unlawful conduct. The course will explain the overriding concept of fiduciary duty, as well as the role of lawyers in advising client organizations to ensu... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Maintaining an Ethical Law Practice and Understanding Ethical Issues and Obligations

    Practicing lawyers must do everything in their power to properly represent their client, but that does not mean they are exempt from certain ethical obligations. This CLE course will present the main issues in ethics and ethical management. The course will address issues such as attorney competence and compliance, particularly in the realm of technology, supervising lawyers, non-lawyers and subordinates, conflicts of interest, personal interests, client confidentiality and exemptions. The cour... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Technology Ethics for Lawyers: What You Don’t Know Can Certainly Come Back To Haunt You

    Even for the tech-savvy attorney, the hidden dangers of email, social media and cloud based platforms may be unknown or not fully understood. This CLE course will identify and explain the risks of these tools and platforms and offer suggested solutions and strategies to minimize exposure. Best practices to maintain vigilance in protecting client data and overall risk management in the context of technology will be presented. More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Second Annual Litigation Ethics Summit

    There often seems to be a conflict between an attorney’s obligation to his client and the rules of ethical conduct. Your client wants you to do what’s necessary to win, but the constant news of malpractice cases, fee battles, disqualification motions and pay equity claims makes it difficult to know where the lines are. This CLE program, featuring a stellar panel of ethics practitioners, will update attorneys on new rules and opinions and help them understand their obligations, manage risks and... More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • The Ethics Gameshow

    The area of attorney ethics seems to be in a constant state of flux with a steadily growing array of issues to worry about. This fascinating CLE course will cover the latest updates in legal ethics and a look ahead at what issues will arise in the coming year. The course will address privilege and confidentiality, secret recordings, mistakenly sent documents, whistle blower attorneys, fee collections, investigative deception, wrongful termination and lateral transitions. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Professionalism & Tips for Meeting Minimal Legal Standards

    For attorneys, the balance between maintaining the highest ethical standards and satisfying their legal obligations to their clients can be difficult. This CLE course will help you learn how to do both by reaching the highest goals of ethical duties while meeting the minimum requirements to your client. The course is useful across all areas of practice and is applicable to both litigators and corporate attorneys. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Legal Ethics 101: Avoiding Common Mistakes and Conducting your Practice with Honesty and Integrity

    Conducting your business honestly and with integrity are keys to success. Utilizing the Illinois Rules of Conduct as a framework, this informative CLE course examines the typical mistakes made by newer attorneys, how to preemptively prevent them and address them after the fact. The course will explain common issues that arise with supervising attorneys, clients and opposing counsel. Fee setting, the management of trust accounts and case law related to marketing, multi-jurisdictional practice,... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Does Jewish Law Like Lawyers? Building a Just Legal System

    While there is no shortage of modern texts of legal ethics, there is another source for codes of responsibility that goes back centuries. In fact, ancient Jewish legal texts contain crucial lessons in attorney behavior. In this CLE course, Professor Michael Avi Helfand, Esq. of Pepperdine University School of Law analyzes these sources and offers an ancient, and yet new perspective on today’s legal ethics. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Litigation Ethics Summit: I Walk the Line

    Ethical guidelines are straightforward in principle, but when they need to apply to real-world litigation, it can become more complicated. Between the pressure applied by clients and that of the myriad malpractice cases compounded by the quick responses required by modern technology, it’s critical to understand the rules and laws and how to maneuver within them. To address these issues, Frankfurt Kurnit is hosting a Litigations Ethics Summit as a complimentary CLE course designed for corporate c... More Info

    $65
    1.75Ethics Credits

  • Advance Conflict of Interest Waivers: Do's and Don'ts

    More and more, law firm retainers agreements have included advance conflict of interest waivers. In this comprehensive CLE course, leading ethics attorney Ronald Minkoff, who also heads the Professional Responsibility Group at Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz, P.C., will explain these increasingly popular waivers as well as how they are used now as well as their history in New York and across the country, what they mean, the Rules of Professional Conduct which govern them, relevant case studies, et... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Common Ethical Dilemmas in Civil Practice

    Ethical codes of conduct for attorneys are quote strict and often pose challenging dilemmas, particularly when the clients are the ones causing them. This CLE course will review these codes and present potential dilemmas attorneys may face including perjury by a client, social media exposure and scams regarding settlement money entrusting to a firm. The course will provide tips and strategies for preventing and managing these and other potential dilemmas. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Estate Planning Retainer Agreements and Engagement Letters

    Misunderstanding can cause untold harm to the attorney client relationship – harm that retainer agreements seek to prevent. In that sense, retainer agreements present a critical step that attorneys can take to protect themselves from legal and ethical issues. This CLE course will explain these agreements, what they should include, how emerging technology impacts them, billing practices and when special precautions or clauses are relevant. The course will deal with broad guidelines and clause spe... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Essentials for Lease Drafting, Dealing with Problem Tenants & Doing So Ethically

    Landlord tenant relationships are fraught with pitfalls. This CLE course aims to identify the most pressing of the issues that may befall landlord tenant relationships and offer practical advice in addresses them. The course addresses strategies for landlord risk management such as screening potential tenants, and security deposits while offering tips to implement these options without risk of discrimination claims and penalties. Key lease provisions for effective remedies and enforcement as wel... More Info

    $65
    2Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • Ethical Considerations: Retainers and Disclaimers in Cannabis Law

    The ethical issues related to cannabis are many, and rising. With a review of emerging issues in the realm of ethics, whether at the federal or state level as well as New York’s recent guidance on attorney ethics, and specific aspects of the ABA, this CLE course provides the most comprehensive overview of the issues at stake. The course will also present scenarios which provide the distinction between business and legal advice and explains the use of an engagement letter, retainer agreements and... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Get Smart: Ethical Boundaries vis a vis Case Investigations and Evidence Collection in the Digital World

    The ethical boundaries of social media, with its constantly expanding and evolving landscape, is critical to an attorney’s knowledge base both in evidence collection and case investigations. This CLE course will review relevant issues including pretexting, wire taps, social media subpoenas and third-party discovery along with traditional investigations and the ethical considerations attorneys and law firms may face. More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Avoiding Legal Malpractice and Breach of Fiduciary Duty

    This CLE course will explain how legal standards of fiduciary duty are adaptable to the capital markets and financial services industry. Presented by attorney Norman Arnoff, the course will review tips and strategies to protect against legal action including documentation, informed consent and reporting as well as aspects of legal malpractice including: • Attorney client relationships • Breach of duty of care • Cognizable economic damages (not unquantifiable damages) •... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Tips for Solo and Small Firm Practitioners

    Small firm and solo practitioners face additional challenges in staying informed of ethical rules and considerations for attorneys without the organizational, administrative and legal support of larger firms. This CLE course, designed specifically for small and solo practitioners will present real life situations involving ethical dilemmas and legal malpractice claims and explore how to navigate issues and hypotheticals. More Info

    $95
    2.75Ethics Credits

  • Ethics and Professionalism

    There are many courses that explain what attorneys should do, whether in facing a difficult legal battle or an ethical quandary. This CLE course will explain what not to do in the practice of law, and how to avoid potential pitfalls through a thorough understanding of the Rules of Professional Conduct and an attorney’s responsibility to clients both past and present, the court and all parties concerned. More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • Ethics of Social Media: What Attorneys Need to Know

    Social media has vastly altered the way we communicate as well as how we search for and gather information. For attorneys, an understanding of how social media works can be a key element in building a business or a legal suit. This CLE course will explain the various types of social media and how they can be utilized in marketing, discovery, communications and legal actions. The course will also explain the potential ethical issues in using social media and how to avoid actions that may result i... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • The Complexities of Multijurisdictional Practice: Deciphering Rule 5.5

    While an attorney might be licensed in a particular state, there are still instances where practice in another state is necessary. Whether traveling to another state for a contract negotiation or to represent a client brought up on charges elsewhere, lawyers often travel across state lines to travel, even if states where they are not licensed. This is particular true of immigration attorneys. This CLE course will present the basics of Multi-Jurisdictional Practice (MJP) and ABA Model Rule 5.5... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Trust Yourself: A Basic Guide to Using Trust Accounts for Legal Fees

    High volume practices, particularly those who accept smaller, flat fees for cases, will often choose to avoid depositing upfront fees into their trust accounts. Intended as a primer for newer practitioners, this CLE course will cover the basics if using trust accounts for legal fees and explain when and how unearned fees can be deposited into trust account when paid upfront. The course will explain the pros and cons of this practice and where to find additional rules and applicable information... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Disqualification by Reason of Vicarious Conflict of Interest

    We are long past the days when workers stayed in the same job for their entire lives and the profession of law is no exception. But how do we allow for such mobility without compromising confidentiality? Noted real estate law author and practitioner Dov Treiman addresses this very issue in a comprehensive CLE course which discusses disqualification and when and how it applies to one attorney or an entire firm. The course explains what can be done to prevent such disqualifications and relates the... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical and Effective Social Media for Lawyers

    Ethical obligations as pertained to social media is a thorny issue and one that gets more complicated as our digital lives have become such a prominent aspect of our lives. It is critical for attorneys to be aware of their ethical obligations with respect to various social media platforms and how they share information. This CLE course will explain the ethical obligations and how to prevent ethical violations on platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and others. More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • 35 Tips for Attorney Professionalism

    The mandates for attorneys as dictated by the Model Rules explain the responsibilities and prohibitions that all practitioners must adopt and abide by. And while they explain the ethical requirements of attorneys, they don’t necessarily explain how that compliance should occur and their impact on the daily practice of law. Designed a presented by a 40+ veteran practitioner who has experience in private practice and non-profit service and in-house counsel as a litigator, arbitrator and mediator,... More Info

    $65
    2Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • Technology, Ethics, and Estate Planning Practice Management

    As in every other field today, technology is transforming estate planning. This CLE course explains how estate planners can creatively utilize technology to enhance efficiency, minimize costs and develop strategies to minimize risk. Topics include document generation software to create better documents at lower costs, adapting everyday tools such as calendar and billing systems to increase client communication, and utilize record keeping software to safeguard you and your clients. The impact of... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Estate Planning, Guardianship and Medicaid Eligibility

    This CLE course is designed to provide attorneys who do not practice Estate Planning and Elder Law with an introductory overview on these areas. The course will include issues related to Estate Tax Planning, Medicaid planning and Special Need planning. The course will also cover Asset Protection, Probate and the significance of Advance Directives. More Info

    $65
    1.75Total Credits
    0.75 Ethics

  • Life Time Trusts and the Surrogate's Court: Revocable Trusts; Decanting and Ethics

    There are many potential avenues available in estate planning, some more advantageous than others. Revocable trusts is one that is often promoted, but that doesn’t mean it is optimal choice for estate planning. This CLE course will evaluate revocable trusts in terms of their costs, process, eligibility requirements, jurisdictional issues as well as their potential advantages to your client. More Info

    $95
    2.5Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • The Ethics of Deception

    Not every ethical decision is a choice between right and wrong, bad and good. Some are far vaguer, battling in the shades of gray where our responsibilities to clients may blur the lines. This CLE course will tackle some of the more profound, overarching issues of ethical responsibility and professional conduct in pursuit of a client’s cause. The course will address the rules and the values upon which they are based, potential models and guides to turn to and cases which illustrate where these... More Info

    $65
    1.75Ethics Credits

  • Hot Topics in Copyright Law

    A star-studded presentation by Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz’s litigation group, this CLE course will tell you everything you need to know about the current state of copyright law. The course will include recent developments in issues involving copyright ownership of media materials and how to defend small copyright claims. The course will take up the question of ownership of graffiti and street art, cheerleader designs, recent cases impacting copyright safe harbor and even a special presentatio... More Info

    $95
    3Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • Legal Ethics from the Perspective of a Plaintiff’s Malpractice Attorney

    Technology, like most advances, can be a blessing and a curse. With the greater speed and efficiency that today’s technology offers industries, including practicing attorneys, comes the expectation for on-demand service, constant communication, and a greater number of potential malpractice and ethical violations. This informative and timely CLE course, presented by legal malpractice attorney Jefferey O. Katz and his colleague Eric J. Chisolm, will explore the various pitfalls advanced technology... More Info

    $218
    6.5Ethics Credits

  • Avoiding Problems With Real Estate Clients

    With a focus on the most common complaints leveled against real estate attorneys, this CLE course will present strategies and recommendations to avoid the most typical mistakes. The course will offer best practices for billing and consultations. The course is presented by attorney and host of the weekly radio show “Law You Should Know” Kenneth Landau. You can tune in every Wed at 3 PM or Sun at 7 AM on WHPC 90.3 FM or voicestream at www.ncc.edu/whpc. For podcasts of programs including real estat... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues in Criminal Practice

    Ethical issues are not always clear cut, particularly when they occur in the midst of a contentious or particularly tumultuous criminal trial. Regardless of whether an ethical issue arises during the course of a trial, before it commences or even while the crime itself is occurring, under the rules of professional conduct it is the responsibility of the attorney to identify an ethical issue and find a swift and expedient resolution. This CLE course is designed to guarantee that attorneys will r... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues Facing In-House Counsel

    Without the structure and communication with other attorneys inherent in a typical law office, a company’s in-house counsel may find themselves faced with myriad ethical quandaries. Privileged communication, contact with former employees, conflicts of interest and electronic discovery are just some of the conflicts that can arise on a da-to-day basis. This CLE course will provide an in-depth explanation of these potential issues as well as provide techniques for problem solving a series of hypot... More Info

    $65
    1.5Ethics Credits

  • The Inter-Firm Privilege and the Disciplinary Process: How to Protect Your Communications and Not Get Disciplined

    New York lawyers are getting some much needed instruction in proper discipline with two landmark decisions. One, the inter-firm privilege, specifies the types of communications which may violate attorney-client privilege, even among attorneys in the same firm. The second, a uniform code for attorney discipline, creates consistency in a process which, until now, had been at the discretion of specific judicial departments. This CLE course will explain both these new measures as well as provide on... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Everything Is a Negotiation: Strategies and Ethical Considerations for Attorneys

    Just because a negotiation tactic is standard practice, doesn’t mean it is the best one to use. In fact, countless deals have been undone, litigation protracted and relationships destroyed by the use of standard practice. This CLE course, presented by managing partner and business owner Joe Campolo, will present alternative negotiation strategies he relies on to close deals and find solutions to problems. Designed for both new attorneys and seasoned professionals, the course will provide you wit... More Info

    $65
    1.75Total Credits
    0.5 Ethics

  • Avoiding Ethical Violations and Malpractice Suits

    This CLE course, designed to advise lawyers on how to minimize their risk of being sued for malpractice or other ethical violations, will offer practical steps and strategies for attorneys in all types of practices. Presented by ethics expert and legal malpractice attorney Daniel Abrams, the course reviews all the main reasons why lawyers find themselves brought up on charges and what plaintiffs’ attorneys are looking for in a lawsuit. The course will explain the stages of representation where l... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Principles of Agency: Foundation of Ethics

    The principles of agency law and the ethical as well as fiduciary responsibilities that each lawyer owes to their client is a critical part of the attorney/client relationship. This CLE course explains all of these duties and they apply to the wide variety of ethical questions that may arise whether intentionally or not. The course will also explain how these duties may or may not apply to third party relationships, and how to avoid predicaments which may call an attorney’s ethics into questio... More Info

    $65
    2.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Considerations of Litigation Funding

    Litigation funding, also known as legal funding, provides much needed assistance to accident victims. And yet, critics of the practice claim that it raises extensive ethical issues, and directly impacts the attorney client relationship and issues of privilege. This CLE course will explain litigation funding specifically as it applies to personal injury attorneys and their clients. The course will review the merits of assisting clients, analyze the secondary market that such funding creates, and... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Art of Voir Dire: A Guide for the Novice Attorney and the Seasoned Professional

    One of the most important elements of any jury trial starts well before opening statements. Jury selection can make or break a trial and to get the jury you want, preparation is key. This CLE course will explain how to prepare for jury selection, what to look for in potential jurors, research, and how to question them. The course will also explain strategies for appealing to the jury, even when that jury is not the one you would have wanted. Ethical consideration in dealing with jurors as well a... More Info

    $156
    4.5Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • Arbitrator Impartiality in Tripartite Arbitration: A Comparison of Jewish and Secular Law

    The typical arbitration panel consists of three arbitrators—one chosen by each party who then choose the third. Much like panels orchestrated by Jewish Law going back thousands of years, party-appointed panels are the norm. But can a panel of which two-thirds has been chosen by a specific party truly be considered neutral? Viewing the issue from a comparative law perspective, this CLE course will explore the unique set of ethics surrounding tri-partite arbitration and the nuances of how the agre... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Considerations of Clergy Confidentiality

    The confidentiality afforded to those confiding in members of the clergy has far-reaching implications in defining the role and responsibility of priests, rabbis and clergy of all faiths. This CLE course, presented by Rabbi-lawyer Yona Reiss, will focus on the tensions between religious obligations and civil law statutes and the many ethical quandaries that may arise when clergy engage in conversations as spiritual counselors. Using source material and background information the course will expl... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Issues in Supervising Others: Can Their Misconduct Become Yours?

    Junior associates, law clerks, co-counsel and administrative staff—these are just some of the colleagues a practicing attorney works with on a daily basis. Within the guidelines of these relationships, therefore, all the rules of professional conduct apply. This CLE course will discuss the rules of professional conduct with an emphasis on how to approach instances of misconduct among others, particularly those on your staff, and the extent to which you may be held liable for the misconduct of ot... More Info

    $65
    2Ethics Credits

  • The Intake Process & Ethical Considerations in Nursing Home Cases

    Nursing home cases begin much like any legal case—with the intake interview. The crucial first step in building any successful legal case, the intake interview establishes the chronology of events, and the pre-and post-incident status of the client. This comprehensive CLE course will explain how to strategically design the intake interview for trying a nursing home case in Illinois, how to use those questions to begin building a legal case, the proper procedure for obtaining medical records, and... More Info

    $34
    1Total Credits
    0.5 Ethics

  • Ethical Pitfalls Relating to Solo and Small Firm Practitioners

    When it comes to ethical dilemmas, foresight is the best defense mechanism. Whether you are in solo practice or a large firm, most ethical problems can be avoided using risk managements techniques that can be implemented in advance of a problem arising. This CLE course will explain those techniques and address the most common ethical issues that arise in firms of all sizes as well as those particular to small or large firms. The course will advise on how recognizing and addressing issues before... More Info

    $65
    1.75Ethics Credits

  • Ethical Issues in Making Capacity Decisions

    Substance abuse, alcohol abuse, old age and mental illness are just some of the factors that can contribute to an individual’s capacity to act in a legal environment. This designation is typically a medical determination and the aging population as well as prevalence of mental illness diagnoses and incidences of substance and alcohol abuse has drastically increased the application of capacity in legal cases. While capacity is widely known as an issue in criminal matters, this CLE course will rev... More Info

    $65
    1.75Ethics Credits

  • Ethics: A Review of Traditional Issues and a Discussion of Ethics in the Cyber Age

    The lecture, which will be presented in a round-table discussion including audience participation, will provide a review of the traditional areas of ethical concerns, including the establishment and termination of the attorney-client relationship, attorney's fees, marketing and advertising the legal practice and the duty of candor toward the tribunal as well as exploring the ethical issues resulting from communication in cyber space, including firms web pages, social media, cloud-computing, the... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • The Mortgage Contingency Clause and Ethical Issues in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Contracts

    Real estate deals are notorious for falling through. Whether commercial or residential, there are countless contingencies for buyers and sellers to be aware of. This CLE course will review, in detail, potential pitfalls such as environmental issues, lack of certificate of occupancy, failed mortgage applications and contractual issues that can delay or even nullify an agreement. Topics include: May the Buyer Apply to a Mortgage Broker? How Soon Does the Buyer Need to Apply? What if the Bu... More Info

    $65
    1.75Total Credits
    0.75 Ethics

  • Ethics 101 for In-House Counsel

    A comprehensive CLE seminar designed to review critical aspects of professional responsibility faced by in-house counsel every day. The course includes: • Rules that govern privileged communications • Electronic discovery • Former employee contact • Conflicts of interest • And much more Presented by Tannenbaum Halpern Partners, the course will employ a series of hypothetical fact patterns to present crucial problems and strategies for effective resolution. More Info

    $65
    1.75Ethics Credits

  • Legal Ethics in the Context of the Electronic Age

    As those most familiar with the strain, stress and potential damage of a lawsuit, lawyers are often also the most protective against potential legal claims against themselves and wary against bringing groundless claims against others attorneys. This CLE course will teach attorneys how to best protect themselves through effective strategies and thorough assessments including attorney client privilege, standards of care, proximate cause, economic damages and legal malpractice defenses. Relevant... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Major League Baseball and Alex Rodriguez: An Opportunity to Examine Ethical Issues Arising from Labor Arbitration

    It is no surprise that it took the employment suspension of a famous athlete to bring labor issues to the public eye. In perhaps one of the mesmerizing labor issues in history—Major League Baseball’s season-long suspension of Alex Rodriguez played out on major media outlets across the country—the case generating investigation and intense controversy both within the industry and in the public mind and raising a variety of legal and ethical conflicts. This CLE course will explore these issues agai... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Applying Mediation Principles to Family Law Issues

    After a long history of resistance, ADR (Alternate Dispute Resolution) has become so well-accepted in recent years that certain courts will require parties to resort to it before allowing their case to be tried. Mediation, a form of ADR used in civil disputes, family law issues, eldercare and other fields, is a growing field necessary for any attorney looking to begin a mediation practice or gain practical insight in the field. This CLE course, designed to teach the various skills and techniqu... More Info

    $65
    2Total Credits
    1 Ethics

  • Ethical Considerations in No-Fault Litigation

    Ethical obligations exist in practically every industry, but few are bound by them quite the way the legal system is. These obligations extend even in the realm of no-fault litigation, where theoretically, the lines of culpability have been clearly and pre-emptively drawn. In fact, in an area where legal lines can sometimes be blurred, ethical obligations may prove even more critical. This CLE course will offer a thorough explanation of the ethical obligations of no-fault litigation such as how... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Common Ethical Issues and Pitfalls

    The practice of law requires not just a concrete understanding of the justice system, but the continuous evaluation of ethical obligations and requirements. Attorney/client privilege, confidentiality, conflict of interest resolution, client obligations, opposing attorney and witness obligations, application of ethical codes to attorney courtesy issues, billing and advertising, and fact-finding—all of these everyday concerns are ethically-based issues which require attorneys to consult the rul... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Current Issues in Legal Ethics

    Advertising one’s every thought and opinion has become almost common. Today, it is standard practice for people to post where they are, what they’re doing and what they think about it in an unending cycles of updates on their facebook pages. This usage of internet communication has extended to the workplace and attorneys now use it for everything from advertising to client communication. Clearly, a re-examination of ethical boundaries is in order and this CLE course was designed to do just tha... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • A Guide to Ethical Billing Practices and Retainer Agreements

    Retainer agreements and billing systems have evolved. And courts and disciplinary committees have taken notice. Today, Judges are more inclined to write down legal fees, and disciplinary authorities are questioning lawyers whose agreements and bills violate the rules. A sound retainer agreement and clear bills can contribute to a healthy client relationship. How to tighten up your retainers and bills to ensure smooth payment and keep client relationships in tact? Join Frankfurt Kurnit ethics... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Happy Together: A Guide to Aggregate Settlements

    Isn’t it lovely when everyone agrees? In Aggregate Settlements, two or more parties represented by the same attorney come to resolution on claims, defenses or pleas. And though it’s unlikely that getting to that point was simple, coming to resolution should mark the end of the complications. But Aggregate Settlements carry with them their own set of issues and guidelines. This CLE course will review them all, the applicable Rules of Professional Conduct, what constitutes consent and the advant... More Info

    $34
    1.25Total Credits
    0.5 Ethics

  • Finding The Perfect Client: A Guideline to Personal Injury Representation

    Successful Personal Injury representation is primarily an issue of client quality, not quantity. This detailed and informative CLE course will offer a thorough review of the various strategies and potential pitfalls in obtaining, assessing and representing personal injury clients. The course will begin with a detailed overview of how to obtain and evaluate potential clients including advertising, referrals, non-referred clients, and addressing areas of conflict. The course will offer a complet... More Info

    $65
    1.5Total Credits
    0.5 Ethics

  • Ethical Issues Shared Between Public Interest Lawyers and Private Lawyers

    Attorney transitions are increasingly common in today’s volatile economy. This compelling CLE course examines the various ethical dilemmas that arise when an attorney shifts between public and private sectors. Presented by Frankfurt Kurnit and The Bronx Defenders, this seminar presents pertinent guidelines and case law such as the New York Rules of Professional Conduct, NYSBA Committee on Professional Ethics, The State Bar of California Standing Committee on Professional Responsibility and Peopl... More Info

    $34
    1Ethics Credit

  • Ethical Issues Facing Practitioners in Family Law

    The intricacies of Family law go beyond legalities; they include emotional upheaval as well as ethical issues. Family law practitioners must know how to carefully navigate these issues. This CLE course, presented by experienced matrimonial and family law attorney Samuel J. Ferrara, will introduce hypothetical situations which represent the most common ethical dilemmas faced in this field. Ferrara takes you through a series of hypothetical's exploring the myriad ethical issues, such as certifica... More Info

    $34
    1.25Ethics Credits

  • Legal Pitfalls Relating to Public Relations & Online Media and How it Affects All Practitioners

    Esteemed defense attorney Benjamin Brafman presents a riveting and comprehensive examination of the legal and ethical issues that arise in the process of litigation. Though the course does explore the impact of public opinion, the varied and often complex issues explored in this CLE course are not limited to high profile clients and may affect legal proceedings in even the most common of cases. The course will address issues of disclosure, advance discussions of pending litigation, drafting of c... More Info

    $34
    1Total Credits
    0.5 Ethics

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