North Carolina CLE - Ethics and Specialty Courses

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National Academy of Continuing Legal Education is a Sponsor (5258) of CLE courses, approved by the North Carolina State Bar Board of Continuing Legal Education. Attorneys may earn all required NC CLE credits from the United Institute for Continuing Legal Education. To view our full accreditation details please .

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Pause, Breathe, Lead: Mindfulness for the Modern Lawyer

This CLE program introduces attorneys to the concept of mindfulness and its “attitudinal foundations.” Participants will examine evidence-based research showing how mindfulness can reduce stress, alleviate anxiety, and enhance presence in the moment. The session includes a guided mindfulness meditation, followed by an opportunity for attendees to reflect on and share their experiences. Additionally, participants will learn practical, informal mindfulness techniques that can be applied... More Info

$34

1Well-Being
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
Legal Aspects of Artificial Intelligence: Navigating the Digital Frontier

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is swiftly reshaping the legal industry, introducing new possibilities and posing significant challenges. Join our CLE course to gain a deep understanding of AI’s transformative impact on legal practice and learn how to integrate these advancements while maintaining legal and ethical standards. This CLE course is designed for both newcomers to AI and experienced professionals looking to deepen their understanding. It will equip you with the essential knowled... More Info

$65

2Tech/Gen
The Rise of The Machines: A Lawyer's Guide to Avoiding Legal Extinction

Designed for both novice and seasoned attorneys alike, this CLE course will offer a basic overview to the ways in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) can transform legal tasks. Participants will be given the knowledge and perspective needed to successfully integrate AI into their work successfully, ensuring their practice remains competitive and relevant. The course begins with a breakdown of AI and Machine Learning (ML), and explains each one’s practical legal applications. The course... More Info

$34

1Tech/Gen
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

$34

1Well-Being
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

$34

1Tech/Gen
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
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
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
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
Attorney Professionalism: Staying Calm, Cool, and Collected

A professional persona can be more important than experience. Professionalism, respectful behavior and a professional demeanor are critical when addressing the court, opposing counsel, court personnel, clients and staff. This CLE course will provide practical tips for maintaining your professional composure in even the most stressful situation. Communication, both verbal and non-verbal, zoom meetings, interactions with employers and employees, camera-ready events and social media situa... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Diversity and Race in Jury Selection

This fascinating CLE course will look at jury selection from the historical lens of diversity and race. The course will examine how the “all white juries” of the past resulted in infamous miscarriages of justice and how the Supreme Court has addressed the racial discrimination in jury selection going all the way back to the 1880’s. The course will take a particular look at New York State courts and how they have recently addressed this issues and then zoom out to look at what other sta... More Info

$34

1.25Ethics Credits
Gambling: The "Secret" Addiction

Alcoholism, drug addiction and mental health disorders are on the rise, leading to an increase in impairment in the legal profession. According to the statistics, 1 in 3 attorneys will need mental health services at some point in their careers. Yet there are other addictions, such as gambling, which is lesser known but can be just as damaging. The US Supreme Court Case of Murphy vs. NCAA upheld the legality of gambling across the country and in almost no time, Pennsylvania had on-line... More Info

$34

1Well-Being
No One Makes It Out Unscathed: The Effects of Trauma, Stress and Burnout On Our Lives

Stress is a component of any attorneys’ day to day life. And ignoring it won’t make it go away. Shrug it off and the results can be catastrophic for you, your family and your business. Trauma, less discussed but not rarer, also requires immediate attention. Whether it is a direct trauma such as a personal loss or one being experienced vicariously, untreated trauma can have untold consequences. This CLE course will address issues of stress and trauma, particularly in the wake of COVID-19... More Info

$34

1Well-Being