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Washington DC CLE
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Ethics: A Review of Traditional Issues and a Discussion of Ethics in the Cyber Age
The lecture, which will be presented in a round-table discussion including audience participation, will provide a review of the traditional areas of ethical concerns, including the establishment and termination of the attorney-client relationship, attorney's fees, marketing and advertising the legal practice and the duty of candor toward the tribunal as well as exploring the ethical issues resulting from communication in cyber space, including firms web pages, social media, cloud-computing, the... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
The Essentials of Auto Accident Law
This seminar will examine and discuss the various factors which must be considered when evaluating or handling a motor vehicle accident claim. We will review the applicable Pennsylvania insurance statute and discuss a variety of practical considerations which should be evaluated when considering whether to take on a claim. We will also address common issues which arise in most motor vehicle accident cases and discuss how best to anticipate and address these issues. Topics To Be Addressed:... More Info
$291General Credit -
The Five Most Common Challenges in Family Law
This informative CLE course will present the most common situations related to domestic cases including relocation in custody battles, residence pending divorce, representing self-employed clients or those whose employment changes and obtaining interim relief pending custody matters. More Info
$291General Credit -
Tips and Techniques for the Personal Injury Practice from Initial Interview Through Trial
The lecture will explore lesser-discussed and unique perspectives regarding the initial evaluation, processing, discovery and ultimate trial of a personal injury case. Topics Covered include: • Case evaluation • Pre-suit settlement • Written discovery • Depositions, discovery and expert depositions for use at trial • Trial tips, including openings and closings More Info
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Hot Topics in Advertising Law and Intellectual Property Issues in Venezuela and Latin America
The globalization of the marketplace is due to many factors, but the internet and social media are probably the most significant. It has expanded the borders of advertising and marketing beyond what was thought possible. As such, companies can now reach a vastly greater number of consumers across the world. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will review advertising and intellectual property issues specifically as they pertain to Venezuela and Latin Americ... More Info
$291General Credit -
The Mortgage Contingency Clause and Ethical Issues in Residential and Commercial Real Estate Contracts
Real estate deals are notorious for falling through. Whether commercial or residential, there are countless contingencies for buyers and sellers to be aware of. This CLE course will review, in detail, potential pitfalls such as environmental issues, lack of certificate of occupancy, failed mortgage applications and contractual issues that can delay or even nullify an agreement. Topics include: May the Buyer Apply to a Mortgage Broker? How Soon Does the Buyer Need to Apply? What if the Bu... More Info
$651.75Total Credits0.75 Ethics -
Bias in the Legal Profession
Bias can influence employment decisions, even unintentionally. Any form of bias, even just perceived, can translate into legal action against a law firm. This CLE course will explain how bias can translate into legal causes of action and show how these lawsuits have affected certain law firms. Learn what to avoid, what actions to take, and how to make sure that our profession creates a fair and just playing field for all. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
The Ins and Outs of Conducting an Internal Workplace Investigation
This CLE course presents procedures and best practices to conduct workplace investigations to ensure a compliance with legal requirements as they relate to violations of claims of harassment, discrimination, and other allegations of misconduct as well as company policy violations and wrongful termination. The course will explain how to conduct an investigation, avoid potential pitfalls and make the most effective use of the results. More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Global Advertising: Advertising Law in Italy
Learn about recent developments and key rules governing advertising globally. This CLE program, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will provide an overview of the rules governing advertising to consumers in Italy, with a special emphasis on social media. Topics include: How is advertising regulated in Italy? Are there certain types of advertising practices that are specifically regulated (e.g., text message advertising)? How does the government enforce adverti... More Info
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Ethics 101 for In-House Counsel
A comprehensive CLE seminar designed to review critical aspects of professional responsibility faced by in-house counsel every day. The course includes: • Rules that govern privileged communications • Electronic discovery • Former employee contact • Conflicts of interest • And much more Presented by Tannenbaum Halpern Partners, the course will employ a series of hypothetical fact patterns to present crucial problems and strategies for effective resolution. More Info
$651.75Ethics Credits
