Massachusetts CLE - All Courses
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Massachusetts CLE
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Terrorism On Trial: An Overview of Anti-Terrorism Litigation in Federal Courts
This introductory CLE course will offer a glimpse into the exclusive area of anti-terrorism litigation. The course will provide an overview of the most common federal anti-terrorism statutes including 28 U.S.C. 1605A (the “terrorism exception” to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act) and the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) as amended by the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA). The course will address timelines, eligibility criteria, and the typical obstacles to obtaining a judgm... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Discharging Federal Student Loans Under The New DOJ Guidance
Released by the Department of Justice and Department of Education on November 17, 2022, the new guidance and forms regarding discharge of student loans in bankruptcy offers a more expedient process and clear eligibility requirements for bankruptcy debtors seeking to apply undue hardship discharges of federal student loans. This CLE course will explain the new guidance and how it will serve to dramatically impact the treatment of federal student loans in bankruptcy as well as provide re... More Info
$291General Credit -
Hot Topics in Employment & Labor Law
Employment and Labor Law will undergo sweeping changes in the future. This CLE course will offer an overview of what to expect as well as explore recent legal developments, federal and state, with a focus on recent changes to existing law. The course will also discuss recent Supreme Court decisions and will prepare employers to meet the new legal requirements effectively. Predictions as well as activity at the NLRB, and the DOL will be discussed as will practical strategies for compl... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Mindfulness for Attorneys: Emotional Wellness & Well-Being
This thought-provoking CLE will explore mental well-being within the legal profession as we spotlight personal narratives of burnout, recovery, and the challenges associated with mental health. Rooted in authentic experiences, this program provides tangible strategies to navigate stress and attain a harmonious work-life equilibrium. Delve into the early indicators of burnout, acquiring effective techniques to preserve mental health amidst high-pressure environments. Uncover tools that... More Info
$341Ethics 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
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
Legal Research in the AI Era
AI has been with us since as far back as 1951. Since that time, the advances in AI pertaining to legal research have been noticeable, but typically small. That was true until November 2022, when the large language model (LLM), ChatGPT, was released. Since then, products have been released at a record-breaking pace, all of them using the foundation of ChatGPT. Even Westlaw and Lexis incorporated AI-assisted research features in their newest release. This informative CLE course will expl... More Info
$291General Credit -
Tax Law Logic for Non Tax Lawyers
The subject of taxes is a universal legal issue. Whether you pay taxes, file for taxes or are subject to others who do, it’s imperative to understand the foundation upon which determination will be made on what is owed, when it is due, or whether a crime has been committed. These issues are determined by tax law and tax assessments, which are based on principles that provide that foundation and a clear understanding of these is necessary for testing and protecting one’s own tax positions as we... More Info
$291General Credit -
International Intellectual Property Transactions in Many Countries
Beginning with a brief review of the fundamentals of intellectual property categories recognized under US law, as well as those of many other countries, and the methods for internationally registering associated intellectual property, this CLE course will then delve deeper into a discussion of issues relating to why protection under these categories is insufficient. The course will address developing business activities that are difficult condense into the traditional IP categories, an... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Unusually Important Federal Tax Cases: What Attorneys Need to Know
This CLE program delves into six recent federal taxation cases that hold significant importance for tax attorneys. It offers valuable insights for business law attorneys navigating the complexities of federal taxation. By examining court opinions, participants will gain an understanding of how federal tax law evolves in contrast to legislative and regulatory processes. The cases discussed in this program encompass various taxation topics including: Valuation of family-held S corporat... More Info
$552General Credits -
The SSA Disability Sequential Evaluation Process
Explore the intricacies of the Social Security Disability Sequential Evaluation Process (SEP) through this comprehensive CLE course. Delve into the five-step evaluative procedure employed by Social Security to determine eligibility for disability benefits. Gain insights into the inner workings of the process, understanding the requisite evidence essential for progressing through each stage. Uncover the potential pitfalls, as we discuss whether a case can be lost at any of the five crucial step... More Info
$291General Credit
