Washington DC CLE - Litigation Courses
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Federal Civil Procedure: Practicing Tips for Federal Litigation
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure seem overwhelming. This CLE course will arm you with the knowledge you need to navigate federal civil litigation and walk into a federal courtroom with confidence. Whether your experience is limited, or you just need to brush up, this CLE course will offer a comprehensive overview of the critical stages of FRCP including removal and jurisdiction, discovery, pleadings, evidentiary and pre-trial issues. The course will offer strategic insight into the... More Info
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Roe v Wade: Abortion Post Dobbs
Abortion is always a hot button issue and the recent Dobbs’ decision in which the Supreme Court of the US overruled both "Roe v. Wade" and "Planned Parenthood v. Casey", finding there is no federal right to abortion created a massive change in the federal due process law, particularly with regards to rights and privacy. This CLE course will explain the decision, presenting the practical points of over 100 pages comprising the decision, and the possible litigation that may result from i... More Info
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PFAS: The Forever Chemicals
PFA’s were developed in the 1950’s for use as waterproofing materials, fire-suppression chemicals, non-stick coating, and other products. Technically known as Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, these have now been found in both food and water supplies around the world and have been linked to a variety of cancers as well as non-cancerous illnesses. This CLE course will explain these substances and the new federal and state regulations that have been enacted. The course will review the... More Info
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Franchise Law: From Contract Negotiation to Litigation
Franchise agreements are a complicated process. This CLE course will review all the steps involved from term negotiation to signature. The course will also address litigation and/or termination and how to negotiate specific provisions that impact a client’s rights. The terms that are customarily litigated and how to demand and successfully receive the information necessary to effectively represent your client in court will be presented. More Info
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Constitutional Challenges to the Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act
The New York State Legislature passed the Foreclosure Abuse Prevention Act (FAPA) to address perceived manipulations of the statute of limitations in foreclosure actions within the state. This CLE course examines the impact of FAPA on different sections of the CPLR, RPAPL, and GOL. Moreover, the constitutionality of FAPA has been contested on multiple fronts, such as substantive due process, the contracts clause, and separation of powers. This course delves into the ongoing legal devel... More Info
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Some Lessons From The Gwyneth Paltrow Ski Collision Case
A trial about a ski accident would not normally make the news, but when one party is Gwyneth Paltrow, every minute of the trial is cause for a media frenzy. At the end of March, 2023, the case of Gwyneth Paltrow v Terry Sanderson went to trial to determine who was at fault in a ski crash at Deer Valley ski resort in Utah. The case seemed to be a simple incident of a collision course on a ski slope in which Mr. Sanderson alleged that Ms. Paltrow skied into his back, knocking him down,... More Info
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Mastering the Client Interview
First impressions are important. In an attorney/client relationship, the initial interview is when that first impression is made. This CLE course will present how client trust is achieved during that first meeting. The course will discuss the factors that make for a successful initial interview beginning with the importance of small talk and the description of legal terms. An attorney’s ability to recognize a client’s goals, and sometimes manage expectations is critical as is how billi... More Info
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Navigating The World of Sexual Abuse Allegations
Defending sex abuse allegations is complex and difficult. This CLE course will explain the many issues, challenges, and pitfalls facing practitioners who find themselves in this role. The course will take us through ACS child services and other similar administrative agencies through civil and criminal matters in our courthouses and beyond Covering a wide range of topics, the course will address issues such as: Jurisdiction Statute of Limitations Mediation & Arbitration Clarificatio... More Info
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You Can Handle the Truth! An Introduction to the Military Justice System for Civilian Practitioners
Anyone who has seen A Few Good Men has been intrigued by the concepts of military justice. This innovative CLE course, geared toward civilian practitioners who are interested in military courts or want to expand into military defense, will offer a comprehensive overview of the military justice system. The course will present an overview of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (“UCMJ”), the cultural differences between the civilian and military systems, the rights of the accused in th... More Info
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The Importance of Registering Your Copyright in the Music World
This informative CLE course will demonstrate the importance of registering your copyrights in the music world. The registration of copyrights is the best way to add value to creative works as well as to protect them. The course will delve into the cost/benefit analysis of registration and offer a primer on Copyright Law as it relates to the music industry. The course will address issues such as parody, fair use, and compulsory licensing and discuss the elements of copyright infringemen... More Info
$552General Credits