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Continuing Legal Education (CLE) is an important part of legal practice. In most, or perhaps all, jurisdictions in the United States, an attorney must take CLE and report it periodically, or be disbarred.
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1d ago
In commemoration of the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), The Advocates For Human Rights will be presenting No One Left Behind: Equality, Freedom, and Justice for All.
In this CLE, The Advocates will be joined by Dan Supalla—an attorney with Nilan Johnson Lewis who has represented LGBTIQ+ asylum seekers pro bono—and his former client from Uganda whose asylum claim was recently approved to discuss the intersection of LGBTIQ+ human rights and asylum law.
The CLE will cover the place of LGBTIQ+ human rights in international human rights law, g ..read more
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5d ago
Title:
Changing People’s Minds During an Impasse: Learn Why Your Approach May Have Been Wrong All Along! Date & Time:
Thursday, May 2, 2024
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Via Zoom - Register Now!
Credit:
California: 1 Hour General MCLE Credit
Speakers:
Joann Rezzo, John Edwards, and Don Armento
Sponsor:
Collectively, mediators at West Coast Resolution Group, a division of the National Conflict Resolution Center, have participated in thousands of mediations and have witnessed countless strategies and practices used by lawyers in mediation.
More Information and Registration ..read more
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5d ago
23 states and the District of Columbia have legalized marijuana in some form and a few more have decriminalized it. Four of these states and DC have legalized marijuana for recreational use as well as medical use. However, marijuana remains illegal under federal law and employers, regardless of whether or not marijuana is legal, likely will not want their employees using it at work.
Please join this class for an overview of current marijuana laws, trends in the medical industry, and insight into how changing times will likely impact our current, drug-free workplaces.
After complet ..read more
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5d ago
The design and construction of buildings is where ambition meets execution, and where dreams take shape in concrete and steel. For some structures, however, flaws lurk in the shadows either waiting to be discovered or, worse, to surface unexpectedly. When these construction defects lead to insurance claims or legal disputes, building experts are called upon to thoroughly investigate and analyze the as-built condition.
Our panel of building experts will explore the onsite investigation process for construction defects, providing relevant insights on the inspection of the property and th ..read more
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5d ago
In much of the work our consultants are named as expert witnesses in litigation as “standard of care experts.” We render opinions about various parties and whether they performed above or below “the standard of care.”
In a "conversation" with ChatGPT-4 we asked "Explain the meaning of 'Standard of Care' more simply, in approximately 100 words" and the response was:
"The 'standard of care' is the behavior expected of a reasonable person in a particular situation. In legal terms, it's the level of attention, caution, and prudence someone should have to avoid harming others. For profe ..read more
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6d ago
In this seminar we will gain an overview of the role of AI in legal settings, how it’s shaping portions of the legal landscape and critical considerations for ethical usage and practice. We will explore different types of generative AI, the critical and multi-faceted role of an officer of the court, and the potential impacts on the legal field. The presentation is pending for 1 hour of Ethics MCLE credit. In this webinar, we will review:
AI in Legal Practice
The Critical Role of the Officer of the Court
Data Privacy and Ethics
Best Practices
AI in Legal Summary and Information Retrieval in ..read more
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6d ago
Title:
Ethical Considerations When Working with Parties of Diminished Capacity Date & Time:
Thursday, June 27, 2024
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Via Zoom - Register Now!
Credit:
1 Hour Ethics MCLE Credit
Speakers:
Gina Stein, Ralph Hughes, Richard Heller, and Tim Riley
Sponsor:
Collectively, mediators at West Coast Resolution Group, a division of the National Conflict Resolution Center, have participated in thousands of mediations and have witnessed countless strategies and practices used by lawyers in mediation.
More Information and Registration ..read more
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6d ago
Title:
Minnesota Election Law and Voting Date/Time:
May 22, 2024
Noon - 1:00 pm
Register Now For This Free Continuing Legal Education Webinar!Speaker:
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon
By:Minnesota State Law Library Continuing Legal Education Programs
CLE Credit:One standard CLE credit has been applied for.
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6d ago
Learn how to achieve sustainable growth and success at your new firm—without succumbing to burnout. Looking to scale your own firm? As you embark on this exciting journey, it’s normal to struggle with balancing different tasks, handling busy schedules, and working within time limits.
To successfully establish and scale your practice, you need systems and processes that empower you to work smarter, not harder.
On June 18th, join us for a three-part special-edition webinar, where we’ll unlock the secrets to setting up your firm for long-term success. Gain valuable insights on streamlining inter ..read more
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1w ago
Like a mini-MBA for lawyers, this four-part series offers lawyers a unique opportunity to develop essential business and leadership skills that law school never taught but that lawyers really need to know to effectively run a legal practice and deliver excellent legal service to clients. This series will also equip lawyers with practical tools and strategies to break down the barriers that contribute to disconnection so they can build trust and communicate for influence and impact.
Join us for Essential Business Skills for Busy Lawyers Part 1 – Communicate Like a Pro.
When our interactions wi ..read more