Minnesota CLE - Ethics and Specialty Courses
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Ethically Promoting Your Legal Practice: Rules, Risks, and Best Practices
How can attorneys expand their practices without crossing ethical lines? This CLE program takes a practical look at the rules that govern lawyer advertising, solicitation, and client communications, offering clear guidance on what is permitted—and what isn’t. The session begins with a discussion of recent ethics opinions and disciplinary decisions, then moves into an analysis of Rules 7.1–7.5, 5.7, and 5.8, along with proposed amendments that could reshape the marketing landscape. From... More Info
$652Ethics Credits -
Ethics in the Age of AI: Navigating Professional Responsibilities in Legal Practice
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant possibility—it’s already embedded in the way lawyers research, draft, review, and advise. But with these capabilities come legal and ethical minefields that can jeopardize your license, your clients, and your reputation. This program confronts the reality that tools such as ChatGPT, Harvey AI, Relativity, and contract analysis platforms can deliver impressive efficiencies, but can also expose attorneys to sanctions, malpractice claims, and discipl... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Ethical Conflict of Interest Issues
Legal ethics challenges often arise in the routine details of practice—sometimes where attorneys least expect them. This course takes a comprehensive look at everyday scenarios that can lead to professional missteps, offering practical strategies to prevent them. Attendees will learn how to clearly define client relationships, structure engagement and fee agreements, identify and address potential conflicts, and uphold confidentiality in both traditional and virtual communications. The... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Staying Ethical Under Fire: Navigating Immigration Practice Today
Immigration attorneys face extraordinary pressure to advocate fiercely for their clients—but ethical obligations don’t disappear under pressure. This CLE course examines the ethical dimensions of immigration practice, helping lawyers stay compliant while still fighting effectively for their clients. From understanding signature obligations to avoiding frivolous filings, attendees will walk away with tools to navigate real-world challenges. We’ll explore how state and federal rules inte... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Brains, Bias, and the Bar: How Cognitive Errors Compromise Justice
Bias isn’t just a personal flaw—it’s a cognitive shortcut, baked into the way all humans think. In the legal profession, however, these shortcuts can have far-reaching consequences. This CLE program takes a closer look at how mental habits like anchoring bias, the availability heuristic, and attribution errors affect legal decision-making and contribute to unequal outcomes. Whether in client counseling, courtroom advocacy, or firm leadership, these patterns can quietly shape how attorneys assi... More Info
$341.25Elimination Bias -
Distressed Lawyers: An Occupational Hazard?
The legal profession is no stranger to pressure, but when does routine stress cross the line into burnout, addiction, or mental health crises? With one in three attorneys likely to need substance use or mental health support at some point in their careers, this CLE course confronts the rising tide of impairment in the legal community. Delivered by a seasoned expert, this program explores the unique challenges lawyers face, actionable ways to manage stress, and the resources available to foster... More Info
$341Mental Health/Abuse -
Where Are We Now: DEI in Today’s Legal Landscape
This CLE course delves into the evolving landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within the legal profession, particularly in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decisions on affirmative action and subsequent political developments. Participants will explore how these landmark rulings have reshaped DEI practices in law firms, legal departments, and professional organizations. The course will examine the legal profession's responses to increased scrutiny and challenges to DE... More Info
$341Elimination Bias -
Selective Ethics in Litigation from the Plaintiff's Perspective
Attorneys handling litigated matters must navigate a complex web of ethical rules while vigorously representing their clients. This CLE course will provide a comprehensive examination of the ethical limitations and responsibilities that shape legal advocacy, ensuring that counsel remains within professional and regulatory boundaries. Our panel of experts will share their perspectives on best practices for ethical decision-making, offering practical strategies to help attorneys avoid uni... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Recognizing and Handling Conflicts of Interest
Effectively managing conflicts of interest is a crucial aspect of legal ethics, and this course will provide attorneys with the necessary tools to navigate these challenges. The session will cover key considerations for identifying and addressing conflicts, including methods for conflict screening and strategies for handling complex situations such as representing multiple clients, engaging in business transactions with clients, acting as a witness, and working with organizational clients or c... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Cybersecurity, Data Protection and AI Ethics: Identifying and Avoiding Common Pitfalls
This CLE course delves into the current cybersecurity risk landscape, focusing on the ABA Model Rules regarding competency. It addresses the impact of technology on the security and privacy of client communications, information management, billing processes, and the oversight of law firm staff. The course combines critical aspects of cybersecurity, privacy, data protection, and ethics in the context of today's dynamic technological and threat landscape. It also highlights the influence... More Info
$341Ethics Credit