Virginia MCLE - On-Demand Courses
Virginia MCLE
Accreditation Info
Courses purchased through the United Institute for Continuing Legal Education are provided and fully accredited by The National Academy of Continuing Legal Education, an approved Virginia State Bar MCLE Accredited Sponsor. To view our full accreditation details please .
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Introduction to Franchising Law
Whether you are representing a franchisor or a franchisee, it’s important for representing counsel to understand the basic legal considerations involved in franchising. This CLE course will present the legal definition of a franchise and review both state and federal laws which govern the franchise relationship. The course will provide resources for information on franchise brands, explain the pitfalls of becoming an accidental franchise and introduce the legal considerations to take i... More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Housing Justice 101: Understanding the Fair Housing Act
This CLE course will offer a comprehensive understanding of the Fair Housing Act, a significant federal legislation that prohibits housing discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, familial status, national origin, or disability. The seminar will delve into crucial elements of the act, such as fair housing advertising and marketing, discriminatory practices, and the government's role in implementing fair housing laws. Furthermore, participants will gain knowledge of th... More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Preparing a Business Client to Franchise
This CLE course will address the basic issues involved in representation for a client who wants to franchise. The course will present the practical considerations of franchising, the franchisor’s legal obligations and the most important decisions that need to be made. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Advance Depositions: Strategies for Taking Depositions in Insurance Bad Faith Cases
With a focus on the perspective of the plaintiff/insured, this CLE course will present effective techniques for taking depositions in insurance bad faith cases. Presented by esteemed and experienced attorneys, the course will address who to take depositions from and when to take them, as well as questions for key witnesses, what to be asked in advance and what should wait for trial. The course will also explain how to set up insurance company witnesses for cross-examination. More Info
$551.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Pre-Trial Preparation for Success at Trial
Trial preparation is essential for the success of your case. This CLE course will help attorneys prepare for trials using tried and tested methods for information gathering and storing. The course will explain how to employ information in the classroom to help secure a verdict in your client’s favor. More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
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
$291General Credit -
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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
$341Ethics Credit -
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War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe: Episode IV
Whether by design or happy accidents, Star Wars Episode IV raises many fascinating issues addressed by the International Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), and which international law scholars and jurists wrestle with today. This CLE course will examine the conflicts raised in the film, as well as cover real-life war crimes cases such as the trial of Adolf Eichmann, the Nuremberg trials and modern terrorism cases and drone program issues. The course will seek to determine if, under LOAC, Lei... More Info
$291General Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Representing the Personal Injury Plaintiff: How The Sausage is Made
Filled with practical information on how to best represent a plaintiff in a personal injury case, this CLE course will help you present the process to clients in terms they can understand and offer tips and strategies for avoiding potential pitfalls. The course will provide detailed instructions on how to make the financial aspects of a case work in your client’s favor, setting client expectations and how to actually get damage compensation from insurance companies. More Info
$552.5General Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
The ABC’s of Transitioning Law Firms
A must for any attorney considering a lateral move to another law firm, this in-depth CLE course will address the many issues that attorneys face throughout the process. The course will provide participants with a play-by-play analysis of the many issues that departing attorneys face throughout the transition, beginning in pre-departure all the way through post. The course will also explain the fiduciary and legal obligations that firms and attorneys owe to one another, and to their cl... More Info
$551.5General Credits
