Virgin Islands CLE - All Courses
Virgin Islands CLE
Accreditation Info
United Institute for Continuing Legal Education offers CLE courses accredited in many states throughout the country. Attorneys licensed in the Virgin Islands may earn 20 credit hours with us. To view our full accreditation details please .
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Basic Patent Law for Non-Practitioners: What Every Attorney Should Know
In the age of information sharing, product patenting has become almost as important as the product itself. This CLE course will explain the various complexities involved in product patenting as well as define the different types of patents and their importance. The course will also describe, in detail, the patent application process, the different between patents and intellectual property protection, the typical lifespan of patents, how to prevent the loss of rights and the legal requirements f... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
How to Run a Productive Plaintiff's PI/Workers Compensation Law Firm
As with many businesses, running a successful personal injury law firm requires forethought. It’s essential to be proactive to prevent problems before they occur and doing so requires constant communication with clients. In truth, it takes a business approach that includes a system for easy access of information, case monitoring, a wide and long range outlook and exceptional people skills. In fact, the attorney/client relationship is at the heart of a successful practice. Presented by Paul M. By... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Going Global: A Lawyers Guide to Emerging Markets
As technology continues to shrink the world we live in, it becomes more and more advantageous for companies to internationalize their business. It’s a move that may have tremendous financial advantages, but is not without risk. Presented by leading international lawyer, Mark Meyer in his trademark dynamic and entertaining style, this CLE course will present the potential opportunities and challenges of expanding into emerging markets. The course will offer a strategic guideline for managing such... More Info
$291General Credit -
Social Security and Disability Claims: A Primer
A sharp increase in Social Security Disability applications is just one the effects of the aging population and national recession. The majority of applicants are initially denied resulting in a deluge of applicants requesting hearings before Administrative Law Judges to have their claims approved. Presented by nationally recognized New York Social Security Attorney Troy Rosasco, this CLE course offers a complete introductory guideline for lawyers new to Social Security Disability claims. With h... More Info
$291General Credit -
Discrimination and Harassment In the Workplace: An Internal Audit for Businesses
Charges of harassment or workplace discrimination can be debilitating for any business. Employers must be diligent and proactive. This CLE course provides essential guidance in preventing claims as well as practical information for companies to develop an audit of internal best practices for prevention, compliance and risk management. The course will also review applicable federal, state and local laws, important case developments, recommended written policies, human resources procedures and wor... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Sports and the Law
Professional sports have never seemed less professional. Between accusation of misconduct and the expiration of the Collective Bargaining Agreements in most sports, legal action has overshadowed athletic prowess in the sports pages. This CLE course presents a unique opportunity to hear from the Chair of the Sports Business faculty at New York University and a former sports agent and sports law expert explain the impact of sports’ legal entanglements. The course will also explore issues regarding... More Info
$291General Credit -
Cross Examination of Police Officers and Detectives: A Tactical Guide
A misguided cross examination can easily be a trial attorney’s worst downfall. Cross examination of police officers who may be seasoned witnesses and tend to seem inherently trustworthy requires specific skills and tactics. This thoroughly compelling and practical strategic guide for cross examining police officers or detectives, presented by Jeffrey Schwartz, explores the psychological element to this critical trial component. The CLE course will present the everyday life and overall responsibi... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
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
$341Ethics Credit -
Trademarks 101: An Introduction to Basics
This CLE course in Trademark law looks at the practical aspects of the issue. The course is directed at non-IP lawyers, particularly those who are in-house counsel, to teach them the issues they need to be attuned to. The course will review: What qualifies as a trademark Required diligence necessary before using a potential mark What constitutes infringement The interplay of trademarks and domain names More Info
$291General Credit -
The “First Sale Doctrine” in the 21st Century
In the world of digital media, instant file transfer and internet downloading, copyright protection has become a controversial topic. According to the “First Sale Doctrine,” a recent provision in copyright law, the owner of a copy of a copyrighted item has permission to sell or transfer that item. Therefore, the purchaser of an item may legally sell it or give it to another person. However, that provision is not without its exceptions and like most legal provisions, is far more complex than it a... More Info
$290.5General Credit
