Florida CLE Course Catalog

AI Deep Dive for Attorneys: Large Language Models

Price: $19.99

This course, "AI Deep Dive for Attorneys: Large Language Models," provides attorneys with a comprehensive understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs), covering their definition, training processes, and implications for legal practice. Participants learn how LLMs use neural networks trained on vast text datasets to perform versatile language-based tasks, such as drafting legal documents, conducting research, and automating routine tasks, thereby significantly impacting fields like customer service, education, journalism, and especially law. The course emphasizes critical ethical considerations, including attorney-client confidentiality, data privacy (GDPR compliance), bias and fairness in outputs, and intellectual property rights. Additionally, it explores practical strategies for attorneys to integrate LLMs responsibly into their workflows, addressing challenges such as hallucinations (misinformation), admissibility of AI-generated evidence, malpractice risks, cybersecurity concerns, and compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks. Ultimately, the course equips attorneys with essential AI literacy skills, enabling them to balance innovation with professional ethics and competence as AI technologies continue to transform the legal landscape.

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Course Agenda:

• Overview of Large Language Models
• How Large Language Models are Trained
• Large Language Models and the Practice of Law
• Attorney-Client Privilege and Confidentiality with Large Language Models
• Understanding and Detecting Large Language Model Hallucinations
• Admissibility of Evidence Generated by Large Language Models
• Legal Considerations in Training and Licensing LLMs
• Bias and Fairness Challenges in Large Language Models: Legal Implications
• Intellectual Property Rights in AI-Generated Text from Large Language Models
• LLM-Assisted Electronic Discovery Benefits and Risks
• Data Privacy and GDPR Compliance When Using Large Language Models
• Attorney Duty of Competence and AI Literacy: Understanding Large Language Models
• Liability for Errors or Misrepresentations Made by Large Language Models
• Transparency and Explainability in Large Language Model Decision-Making
• Cross-Examining Expert Testimony Relying on Large Language Models
• Regulatory Frameworks Affecting Attorney Use of Large Language Models
• Ethical Guidelines for Drafting Legal Documents Using Large Language Models
• Managing Potential Malpractice Risks from Large Language Model Dependence
• Legal Industry Standards for Integrating Large Language Models in Practice
• Large Language Models and the Automation of Legal Research and Writing
• Client Consent and Disclosure Requirements for LLM Use in Legal Services
• Challenges in Authorship Attribution and Plagiarism Detection with LLMs
• Antitrust Concerns Related to Market Dominance by Large Language Model Providers
• Risks of Unauthorized Practice of Law by AI Large Language Models
• Large Language Models in Judicial Decision-Making and Case Predictions
• Ethical Implications of Using LLMs in Jury Selection and Trial Strategy
• Large Language Model-Generated Misinformation and Defamation Liability
• Comparative International Legal Approaches to Large Language Model Regulation
• Practical Strategies for Attorneys: Best Practices for Leveraging Large Language Models
• Assessing and Mitigating Cybersecurity Risks Associated with Large Language Models
• Implications of Large Language Models on Legal Education and Attorney Training
• Future Legal Trends in Regulating the Development of Large Language Models

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

Aliant Law - Economic Crime Conference

Price: $29.99

This program features an expert panel of attorneys from across the world who discuss global trends in sanctions and Asset Recovery, particularly in relation to the Ukraine-Russia war. This second Aliant Law International Economic Crime Conference provides valuable information for attorneys who represent U.S. businesses impacted by sanctions on Russia, both here and globally. Attorneys from the UK, Italy, India, and France identify which countries have, or have not been affected, in various sectors, such as the financial sector, shipping, aviation and energy. Remedies or compliance measures, such as asset-recovery (seizure of ships/aviation), anti-money laundering statutes in numerous countries. and whistle-blower remedies are examined. The panelists also discuss immigration and human rights issues and specific remedies implemented (or not) in many countries. This program is of great value for lawyers who value the expertise of colleagues from other countries and how they asses the relative impacts of this conflict on the global legal landscape for businesses and other clients across the globe and in the U.S., and recommendations they have on how to best provide protective legal measures for their clients.

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Course Agenda:

• The Present
• Current Magnitude
• Effect on Biz Sector
• Energy Impacts
• Energy Sector
• Financial Sector
• Export Controls
• Aviation
• Block, Freeze, Seize
• How to Respond

• L.D. n. 231/2001
• Sanctions
• Precautionary Measures
• Warning
• Conclusion

• Statutory Details
• 2 Categories of Requesting States
• Extradition Process for Category 1 Territories
• Category 2 Territories
• Category 2 Territories - Type B
• Extradition Process for Category 2 Territories
• Extradition Hearing
• Secretary of State's Decision
• Bars to Extradition
• The Transitional Period
• No Supervisory Jurisdiction by CJEU
• End of Dual Criminality Assumptions?
• Extradition of Nationals
• ECHR

• Key Provisions
• Registration of Overseas Entities
• What Steps Does and Overseas Entity Need to Take?
• What is a Registrable Beneficial Owner?
• Requirements
• Civil Asset Recovery - Unexplained Wealth Orders
• Key Changes to the UWO
• Unlawful Conduct

Course Presenter(s):

• Jacob Stein, Esq

And Then There is FRAUD

Price: $19.99

This course is an examination of FRAUD and an analysis of legal trends and legislative solutions intended to bring attention to today's legal practitioners, through real-world examples, of the dangers of swatting, deep fakes, crypto-currency, and other fraud on the internet and other routine transactions, to better protect their clients and improve quality of life.

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Course Presenter(s):

• Greg Woods, J.D.

Artificial Intelligence and Electronic Discovery

Price: $19.99

This course about Electronic Discovery and Artificial Intelligence in Practice of Law will explore ten topics that are relevant to attorneys. First, the course will explore ai-powered document review for legal discovery efficiency. Next, the course will investigate predictive coding in e-discovery: accuracy and ethical implications. The course will then explore using machine learning to identify privileged information. After this, the course will investigate automating legal hold notices with artificial intelligence. Next, the material will cover evaluating ai algorithms for relevance in e-discovery processes. The course will then turn towards impact of ai on e-discovery costs and time management. Next, the course will investigate challenges of integrating ai in small law firms' e-discovery. The course will then explore regulatory compliance for ai use in legal e-discovery. Lastly, the material will cover data privacy concerns in ai-driven e-discovery procedures.

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Course Agenda:

• AI-Powered Document Review for Legal Discovery Efficiency
• Predictive Coding in E-Discovery: Accuracy and Ethical Implications
• Using Machine Learning to Identify Privileged Information
• Automating Legal Hold Notices with Artificial Intelligence
• Evaluating AI Algorithms for Relevance in E-Discovery Processes
• Impact of AI on E-Discovery Costs and Time Management
• Challenges of Integrating AI in Small Law Firms? E-Discovery
• Regulatory Compliance for AI Use in Legal E-Discovery
• Data Privacy Concerns in AI-Driven E-Discovery Procedures

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

Attorney Civility and Professionalism

Price: $19.99

Why is this important? The adversarial process can be taken to extremes, to where it may become an internal aspect of a firm's culture. This obstructs the kind of cooperation that can ease and expedite workloads. It's also been shown to create a level of stress that is extremely unhealthy; including life-threatening issues. Furthermore, we've all heard the expression ?you catch more flies with honey,? and yet the singular adversarial approach works against this. We need to recognize that this approach is only one tool in the toolbox, and you have access to many more. In addition, adding these tools will positively impact your success, health, and income.

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Course Agenda:

• I. The Problem - Working too hard for stable income.
• II. The Solution - supercharging our negotiating skills.
• III. Implementation
• A. Mind Prep ? The Empty Cup (synopsis of the Koan)
• 1. Tempo / Pace - The Cues.
• 2. Primary Processing Center (fear, need, control)
• 3. Thinking vs. Emotions in decision-making
• IV. Summary
• A. Adjusted Responses

Course Presenter(s):

• Russell Jackman, Esq.
• Ian Blei

Client Confidentiality and Ethical Electronic Data Discovery

Price: $19.99

This course, "Client Confidentiality and Ethical Electronic Data Discovery," provides a comprehensive exploration of ABA Model Rule 1.6 and its implications for legal professionals handling electronically stored information (ESI). It emphasizes the duty of attorneys to protect client confidences, highlighting key ethical challenges posed by emerging technologies, data discovery, and e-discovery processes. Participants are introduced to strategies for safeguarding sensitive information, such as metadata management, secure cloud storage, encryption, and the use of ethical screening software. The course also addresses practical measures for managing confidentiality in situations involving litigation holds, third-party vendors, social media data, and privilege logs, offering actionable solutions for reducing risks. By underscoring the importance of technological competence, the curriculum equips attorneys to navigate complex legal landscapes while upholding their ethical obligations. From proactive planning to disaster recovery, this course fosters a thorough understanding of how to balance transparency with confidentiality and prevent inadvertent disclosures. Through this knowledge, attorneys can enhance their professional integrity, client trust, and compliance with ABA ethical standards in an increasingly digital legal environment.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Rule 1.6 Overview
• Balancing confidentiality and transparency
• Metadata disclosure
• Cloud storage practices
• Encryption standards
• Data breach notification
• Device security protocols
• Third-party vendors
• Cross-border data transfers
• Email attachments and confidentiality
• Secure file-sharing platforms
• Social media data in discovery
• Preventing inadvertent waiver of privilege
• Litigation holds and client communications
• Spoliation risks
• Remote work challenges
• Data minimization strategies
• Ethical screening software
• Collaboration tools in discovery
• Outsourcing document review
• Retrospective metadata cleanup
• Client education on data security
• Emerging technologies (AI, machine learning)
• BYOD (bring your own device) policies
• Dark web monitoring
• Phishing and social engineering
• Privilege logs in e-discovery
• Disaster recovery plans
• Whistleblower data and confidentiality
• Using analytics tools

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

Coming to America and Staying: Immigration Law Basics

Price: $19.99

At the forefront of the news and a subject that is intensely controversial for both foreigners and citizens is the topic of Immigration laws in the United States. However, many people do not know the inner workings of the system or what the immigration laws of the United States really means for people trying to come in legally to the USA. This lecture will cover those basics and give the attendee the status of where we are today when it comes to the topic of Immigration.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Immigration and Nationality Act
• Family Based Immigration
• Employment Based Immigration
• Refugees and Asylum
• Other forms of relief
• US Citizenship
• U-VISA
• What happens if you don?t follow the rules?
• Prosecutorial Discretion
• The Future Of DACA
• What is the current status of DACA?
• Conclusions

Course Presenter(s):

• Russell Jackman, Esq.

Computer Security Trends for Attorneys and Law Offices

Price: $19.99

In keeping with the intent of the ABA Rules, it is important for all attorneys to stay up to date on matters of material importance to their practice, this discussion updates our previous program informing attorneys about the ongoing trends in Legal Technology for Computer Security Trends. This will include discussion about the 2023 ABA Resolutions 608-610, the increasing use of AI for both positive and negative uses in the legal realm, the upcoming transition from windows 10 to windows 11 and some tips/trends to keep an eye on in the near future.

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Course Agenda:

• Trends in Computer Security in the Mid 2020?s
• ABA Meeting 2023 ? Resolutions 608-610
• Other trends in computer security
• Survey Results Show AI Dominates
• The use of AI brings many benefits to firms
• Safeguards for AI
• The Rise of Quantum Computing and Its Impact on Cybersecurity
• Windows 10 Transition to Windows 11
• Conclusions: Top Cybersecurity Tips for Attorneys

Course Presenter(s):

• Russell Jackman, Esq.

Continued Progress in Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession

Price: $19.99

Steven A. Nielsen objectively addresses progress made and new challenges faced by the legal profession in the areas of diversity and inclusion. This program includes a through review of multiple newly published articles and surveys, discernable trends, and valuable resources available. Topics include bullying as a form of gender discrimination, and ageism and mental health as other forms of perceived bias. He includes information on new programs that provide loan counseling and cross-cultural competency in ABA accredited law schools, the Diverse Lawyers Trial Academy which aims to further "first chair" opportunities for women, the Community Fund for Black Bar applicants and the AccessLex Center for Legal Education Excellence.

Mr. Nielsen reviews new data from the ABA on diversity and the need to promote minority associates. He notes a general cultural shift, such as in California where an ethnic studies course is required to graduate high school. He also discusses efforts by large law firms to now allow numerous hours per year of pre-approved Diversity and Inclusion work to count toward billable hours and bonuses and suggests a number of courses of action to improve discussion of diversity, equity and inclusion issues in law firms.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Diversity and Inclusion, and now Equity - Have we seen progress?
• Can C-suite diversity officers really make a difference?
• SEC Approves Nasdaq Listing Rules Regarding Board Diversity
• LinkedIn debuts Top Voices in Racial Equity
• Workplace Bullying
• Loan counseling and cross-cultural competency programing
• What does the past literature tell us?
• What does the current literature tell us?
• A Summary of the Current Trends
• Is Mental Health a Point of Diversity?
• Bias - A Proposed Big Picture View
• A Proposed Big Picture Approach
• Group Bias
• Discriminating
• How do we reduce bias?
• Bias in Action

Course Presenter(s):

• Steven A Nielsen

Cyber Security Concerns and Solutions for the Law Office

Price: $19.99

The increases computer usage since the onset of the Pandemic plus new challenges created by new technologies has created significant threats towards attorneys and their clients. This program helps attorneys meet their ethical ABA model rule 1.1 requirements while getting vital information to help them safeguard their practice and their clients.

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Economic Analysis in Employment Matters

Price: $19.99

Dr. Jouganatos discusses the appropriate benefits to include in loss calculations, the discount rate, wage growth rate, earnings basis, present value calculations, mitigation issues including inferior employment, and hearsay problems as well as adverse tax consequences of a lump-sum award or settlement. Methods of computing loss of benefits and pensions, are discussed, among other issues. He also discusses his approach when undertaking cases. Through this course, attorneys will have a greater understanding of the elements of economic analysis in employment matters.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Compensatory Damages
• Loss of earnings (all forms of compensation) past and future Benefits, including pension.
• No loss of Social Security possible
• The Calculations
• Historic Loss ('back pay')
• Present Value of Future Loss ('front pay')
• The Main Components
• Worklife
• Discount Rate
• Net discount rate
• Tax issue
• Wage growth rate
• Inflation rate
• Salary or compensation basis
• Other Issues
• Pension
• Health Benefits
• Social Security
• Unused vacation
• Mitigation of loss
• Taxes
• Punitive Damages
• Economic analysis only in assessing defendant's financial condition
• Credit Score Damage

Course Presenter(s):

• George Jouganatos

Electronic Discovery and the Cloud in the Practice of Law

Price: $19.99

This course about electronic discovery and the cloud in practice of law will explore ten topics that are relevant to attorneys. First, the course will explore legal implications of cloud storage in electronic discovery. Next, the course will investigate data privacy challenges in cloud-based electronic discovery. The course will then explore preservation obligations in cloud-stored electronic evidence. After this, the course will investigate accessing and securing cloud data in legal investigations. Next, the material will cover compliance with esi protocols in cloud environments. The course will then turns towards impact of gdpr on U.S. cloud discovery practices. Next, the course will investigate authenticity verification of cloud-stored legal documents. The course will then explore cloud service provider agreements in ESI management. The course will next investigate legal ethics in using cloud platforms for ediscovery. Lastly, the material will cover cost-effective cloud solutions for small law firms.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Legal implications of cloud storage in electronic discovery.
• Data privacy challenges in cloud-based electronic discovery.
• Preservation obligations in cloud-stored electronic evidence.
• Accessing and securing cloud data in legal investigations.
• Compliance with ESI protocols in cloud environments.
• Impact of GDPR on U.S. cloud discovery practices.
• Authenticity verification of cloud-stored legal documents.
• Cloud service provider agreements in ESI management.
• Legal ethics in using cloud platforms for eDiscovery.
• Cost-effective cloud solutions for small law firms.

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

Ethical Considerations During Mediation and Arbitration

Price: $19.99

In this course we will look at the ethical considerations that should be followed during the mediation and arbitration processes. First, we will review both mediation and arbitration at a high level and investigate what roles they play in the alternative dispute resolution process. We will then look at the ethical frameworks that have been developed by the American Bar Association for mediation and arbitration. We will finish the course by exploring real world scenarios of these principles in action by investigating specific cases where these issues arose.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Introduction
• Mediation Overview
• Arbitration Overview
• ABA Rules of Professional Responsibility
• ABA Model Standards of Conduct for Mediators
• ABA Arbitration Code of Ethics
• Case Law

Course Presenter(s):

• David Graulich, Esq.

Ethical Considerations for the In-house Counsel

Price: $19.99

In this course we will look at the ethical issues that are particularly relevant to an organization?s in-house counsel. After a brief overview of what makes the situation of an in-house counsel unique, we will explore specific ABA rules of professional responsibility and look at example cases that illuminate the issues in-house counsels may face. Areas covered are: Confidentiality of Information, Conflict of Interest: Current Clients, Current Clients: Specific Rules, Organization as Client and Unauthorized Practice of Law; Multijurisdictional Practice of Law.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• ABA Rules of Professional Responsibility
• Confidentiality of Information
• Conflict of Interest: Current Clients
• Current Clients: Specific Rules
• Organization as Client
• Unauthorized Practice of Law; Multijurisdictional Practice of Law

Course Presenter(s):

• Joe Schofield

Ethical Considerations when Marketing and Advertising Legal Services

Price: $19.99

In this course we will look at the ethical considerations that should be followed when lawyers engage in marketing and advertising. First, we examine the history and context of marketing and advertising by attorneys. Next, we look at the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and determine which rules are most relevant to attorney marketing and advertising. Lastly, we explore real world scenarios of these principles in action by investigating specific cases where these issues arose.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Overview of Marketing
• ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct
• Communications Concerning a Lawyer?s Services
• Communications Concerning a Lawyer?s Services: Specific Rules
• Solicitation of Clients
• Case Law

Course Presenter(s):

• David Graulich, Esq.

Ethical Issues During the Discovery Process

Price: $19.99

In this course we will look at the ethics of the discovery process as it pertains to Interrogatories and Document Production. First we will review what the discovery process entails and how it fits into the overall litigation picture. We will next look at the relationship between the courts and the discovery process. Next, we will look at the ABA rules and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure which are the sources of rules regarding the discovery process. We will then look in detail at various cited cases that resolved around these discovery process rules. Lastly we will look at a taxonomy of discovery abusers and investigate some practical considerations for litigators.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• What is the discovery process?
• The Courts and Discovery
• ABA Rules of Professional Responsibility
• Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
• Case Law
• Taxonomy of Discovery Abusers
• Practical Considerations

Course Presenter(s):

• David Graulich, Esq.

Ethics and the Court of Public Opinion

Price: $19.99

Calculated to increase awareness of significant issues impacting the integrity of the legal profession and public trust, the course examines high profile examples of wrongful behavior and traditional notions of moral character. From select sections of the Model Rules of Conduct and terms and concepts from the ethical tradition, it is an informed analysis of questionable decision making under difficult circumstances requiring practitioners to employ the highest standards of care, to preserve the rights and remedies of those they serve and promote the credibility of the justice system.

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Course Agenda:

Attorneys will benefit from the examination of the Model Rules of Conduct, increase awareness of issues and trends involving professional responsibility, and visit the harmful impact questionable behavior has on the public trust. To better deliver the constitutional imperative and improve their advocacy for the rights and remedies of those they serve, the result delivers a prescription for credibility of the judicial process and integrity of the justice system for practitioners in the United States. The overall value aspires to preserve civil rights, promote dignity of the profession, increase public trust, and improve quality of life.

Course Presenter(s):

• Greg Woods, J.D.

Ethics of Bankruptcy in the Practice of Law

Price: $19.99

This course about ethical issues of bankruptcy in the practice of law will explore ten topics that are relevant to attorneys. First, the course will explore conflicts of interest in bankruptcy client representation. Next, the course will investigate disclosure requirements for attorneys in bankruptcy cases. The course will then explore ethical dilemmas in advising clients about bankruptcy fraud. After this, the course will investigate transparency and honesty in bankruptcy petitions filed by lawyers. Next, the material will cover attorney fees and ethical concerns in bankruptcy proceedings. The course will then turn towards duty of competence in handling bankruptcy matters. Next, the course will investigate confidentiality issues in bankruptcy practice. The course will then explore attorney responsibility in reporting client misconduct in bankruptcy. The course will next investigate fraudulent transfers and lawyer ethical boundaries. Lastly, the material will cover misrepresentation of bankruptcy exemptions by legal practitioners.

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Course Agenda:

• ABA Rules 1.1, 1.6 and 1.7
• Conflicts of Interest in Bankruptcy Client Representation
• Disclosure Requirements for Attorneys in Bankruptcy Cases
• Ethical Dilemmas in Advising Clients About Bankruptcy Fraud
• Transparency and Honesty in Bankruptcy Petitions Filed by Lawyers
• Attorney Fees and Ethical Concerns in Bankruptcy Proceedings
• Duty of Competence in Handling Bankruptcy Matters
• Confidentiality Issues in Bankruptcy Practice
• Attorney Responsibility in Reporting Client Misconduct in Bankruptcy
• Fraudulent Transfers and Lawyer Ethical Boundaries
• Misrepresentation of Bankruptcy Exemptions by Legal Practitioners

Course Presenter(s):

• Victor Perri, Esq

Implicit Bias and Bias Identification Strategies

Price: $19.99

Attorney Steven Nielsen focuses on bias-reduction strategies to address how unintended biases regarding race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or other characteristics undermine confidence in the legal system. Among specific Implicit (or "Subconscious") Biases he addresses are "Heightism," and "Elitism." He discusses the impact these biases have on the legal profession and society writ large.

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Course Agenda:

• Initial Discussion ? Biases
• Definitions of Bias
• Why does humanity face this challenge?
• Advantages of being in a group
• The Robber?s Cave Experiment
• Types of Implicit or unconscious bias
• Explicit Bias
• Impact of Implicit, Explicit and Systemic Bias on the Legal System
• Actionable steps licensees can take to recognize and address their own implicit biases
• Height Discrimination ? Heightism
• Elitism Bias
• Ageism
• Distinguished Surname Bias or, simply, Name Bias
• Caste Bias
• Financial Bias
• The protected classes are just a start
• Can we learn to withhold judgment ?

Course Presenter(s):

• Steven A Nielsen

Implicit Bias and Bias-Reduction Strategies

Price: $19.99

Having presented MCLE programs in the areas of "Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession" and "Diversity, Inclusion and Equity" for over a decade, attorney Steven A. Nielsen has witnessed the importance of these issue grow, along with the statistical data and measurement of progress. In this presentation, Mr. Neilsen focuses on "Implicit Bias," and the promotion of bias-reducing strategies to address how unintended biases regarding race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or other characteristics undermine confidence in the legal system. Among specific Implicit (or "Subconscious") Biases which he addresses are "Ageism," and "The Halo Effect." He discusses the impact these biases have on the legal profession and society writ large, on individual lawyers and their practices, and scenarios in which they can impact the courtroom and the law firm workplace.

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Course Presenter(s):

• Steven A Nielsen

Neurobiology, Mindfulness and Mental Health in the Practice of Law

Price: $19.99

Practicing attorneys tend to suffer from mental health symptoms and disorders at a higher rate than society at large. The pressures and dynamics of this profession can be and often are intense. In this course we look at mindfulness practice as a proven solution to deal with these challenges. We look at mental health and mindfulness through the lens of their underlying neurological correlates and explore how mindfulness is an evidenced-based solution. We close the course with practical considerations in applying mindfulness principles to law practice.

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Course Agenda:

• The Extent of Mental Health Issues in the Practice of Law
• How To define Mental Health
• The Core Neurological Basis of Depression and Anxiety
• Is there a Solution?
• How Mindfulness Works
• Bringing Mindfulness into the Practice of Law

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

NLRB Update

Price: $19.99

Labor law is currently in the news. High profile campaigns and issues involving many businesses we frequent are in the public eye. Because labor law has a broader scope and greater impact than many practitioners may realize, this program will address recent developments at the National Labor Relations Board on a variety of issues. The focus will be on several areas, including case rulings, expanding remedies for unlawful conduct, hot topic issues, as well as potential change to come through legislation, policy, and regulations. Even if you do not regularly practice before the National Labor Relations Board, this program provides insight on issues on NLRB's agenda which touch upon areas practitioners may have considered to be exclusively regulated by state or federal employment law.

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Course Agenda:

Areas of Development
• Case rulings
• Remedies
• Regulations
• Legislation

Cases
• American Steel (372 NLRB No. 23)
• ArrMaz Products (372 NLRB No. 12)
• Bexar Performing Arts Center (372 NLRB No. 28)
• Grill Concepts (372 NLRB No. 30)
• McLaren Macomb (372 NLRB No. 58)
• RAV Truck (372 NLRB No. 25)
• Sunbelt Rentals (372 NLRB No. 24)
• T-Mobile (371 NLRB No. 163)
• Tesla (371 NLRB No. 131)
• Thryv, Inc. (372 NLRB No. 22)
• Troutbrook Company (372 NLRB No. 26)
• Valley Hospital (371 NLRB No. 160)
• AFL-CIO v. NLRB
• NLRB v. Aakash

Pending Cases of Interest
• Stericycle - NLRB Case 4-CA-137660 on employee handbooks and workplace rules
• The Atlanta Opera - NLRB Case 10-RC-276292 on employee versus independent contractor status
• Amazon.com Services LLC - NLRB Case 29- CA-292392 on employer holding mandatory "captive audience" meetings
• Black Lives Matter cases
• Starbucks and injunction
• Amazon elections and charges
• And more

• Remedies
• Regulations
• Legislation
• Policy Efforts
• Landscape and Conclusion

Course Presenter(s):

• Thomas A. Lenz

Reducing Substance Abuse with Mindfulness for Attorneys

Price: $19.99

This course about Reducing Substance Abuse with Mindfulness for Attorneys will explore ten topics that are relevant to attorneys. First, the course will explore mindfulness meditation to reduce stress and substance abuse among U.S. attorneys. Next, the course will investigate incorporating mindfulness techniques in legal practice to combat substance dependency. The course will then explore mindful breathing exercises to alleviate substance cravings for lawyers. After this, the course will investigate ethics and responsibilities: attorneys practicing mindfulness to prevent substance abuse. Next, the material will cover mindfulness-based stress reduction for attorneys battling substance dependence. The course will then turn towards law firm culture: encouraging mindfulness to mitigate substance abuse risks. Next, the course will investigate mindfulness training for lawyers on sustainable recovery from substance abuse. The course will then explore jury trials: using mindfulness to manage anxiety and reduce substance dependency. The course will next investigate integrating mindfulness into continuing legal education for substance abuse prevention. Lastly, the material will cover attorney wellness programs: mindfulness as a tool to combat substance abuse.

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Course Agenda:

• The Scope of the Problem of Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession
• Mindfulness Meditation to Reduce Stress and Substance Abuse Among U.S. Attorneys
• Incorporating Mindfulness Techniques in Legal Practice to Combat Substance Dependency
• Mindful Breathing Exercises to Alleviate Substance Cravings for Lawyers
• Ethics and Responsibilities: Attorneys Practicing Mindfulness to Prevent Substance Abuse
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for Attorneys Battling Substance Dependence
• Law Firm Culture: Encouraging Mindfulness to Mitigate Substance Abuse Risks
• Mindfulness Training for Lawyers on Sustainable Recovery from Substance Abuse
• Jury Trials: Using Mindfulness to Manage Anxiety and Reduce Substance Dependency
• Integrating Mindfulness into Continuing Legal Education for Substance Abuse Prevention
• Attorney Wellness Programs: Mindfulness as a Tool to Combat Substance Abuse

Course Presenter(s):

• Berry Crawford

Reinvigorating the Lawsuit

Price: $19.99

Thomas Moukawsher, an experienced federal litigator and retired Connecticut complex litigation judge, shares lessons from his 40 years of trying cases in courts across the country. The lessons are based on Judge Moukawsher's 2023 book, The Common Flaw, Needless Complexity in the Courts and 50 Ways to Reduce It. The course confronts litigation flaws with practical solutions, beginning with the filing of the complaint and running through appeals court strategies and briefing.

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Course Agenda:

• The best complaints are comprehensible rather than needlessly comprehensive.
• Why summary judgment is the best pre-trial motion.
• Prepare to present your case, not needless motions in limine.
• Use trial admissions to focus the trial on the dispute, not the undisputed.
• Eliminate needless exhibits. They smother the important ones.
• Don't waste money on needless expert testimony.
• Propose a time clock.
• Make a point, not a muddle with prior testimony.
• Cross examine crisply, crushingly or not at all.
• Humanize overstuffed, bewildering jury charges and interrogatories.
• Substitute longer closing arguments for post-trial briefs.
• Make your brief writing literary, not technical.
• Choose appellate issues on quality rather than quantity.
• Rethink the billable hour.

Course Presenter(s):

• Thomas G. Moukawsher

Rule 1.1 Competence - A Case Law Exploration

Price: $19.99

The American Bar Association (ABA) Model Rules of Professional Conduct, first adopted in 1983, represent a comprehensive framework for ethical legal practice in the United States. ABA Rule 1.1: Competence is a fundamental ethical requirement in the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct that mandates lawyers to provide competent representation to their clients. Competence means having the legal knowledge, skill, thoroughness, and preparation reasonably necessary for the representation. This rule underscores the importance of lawyers maintaining their legal skills through continuous study and education. It ensures that clients receive professional and adequate legal services, protecting their legal rights and interests. Violations of this rule can lead to disciplinary actions against lawyers, emphasizing the rule's critical role in maintaining the integrity and quality of the legal profession. This course will explore different facets of this rule by examining important cases such as Strickland v. Washington (1984), Nix v. Whiteside (1986), and Roe v. Flores-Ortega (2000).

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Course Agenda:

• ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct Overview
• Rule 1.1: Competence Overview Discussion
• Strickland v. Washington (1984)
• Nix v. Whiteside (1986)
• Strickland v. Washington (1984)
• Roe v. Flores-Ortega (2000)
• Padilla v. Kentucky (2010)
• Rompilla v. Beard (2005)
• Wiggins v. Smith (2003)
• Bell v. Cone (2002)
• Mickens v. Taylor (2002)
• Florida v. Nixon (2004)
• Williams v. Taylor (2000)
• United States v. Cronic (1984)
• Togstad v. Vesely, Otto, Miller & Keefe (1980)
• Jones v. Barnes (1983)
• Cuyler v. Sullivan (1980)
• Burger v. Kemp (1987)
• Smith v. Murray (1986)
• Evitts v. Lucey (1985)
• Kimmelman v. Morrison (1986)

Course Presenter(s):

• Victor Perri, Esq

Storytelling in the Courtroom

Price: $29.99

As a trial lawyer, what do you really need in order to win your case? Attention ? the jury's attention. I don't mean that in the narcissistic "everyone look at me" sense. When I say every trial lawyer wants more attention, what I mean is that before you can build a rapport with the jury and earn their trust, you have to fight a war ? the war for the jury's attention. "Attention" and "connection" are the key elements needed to win the minds and hearts of the jury.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• My Story
• Left Brain/Right Brain? What's the difference?
• The Case for Storytelling
• Tips for Building Credibility with the Jury
• Lesson Learned from "8 Mile"
• Purpose of Opening
• Storytelling as the Device for Opening Statement

Course Presenter(s):

• Michael J. DeBlis III, Esq.

Storytelling in the Courtroom: Volume 1 - Part II

Price: $29.99

Like it or not, we are in the midst of an attention war. We need to confront the reality that the jury's attention can no longer be taken for granted. We have to change our way of thinking to focus on gaining attention before we can leave lasting impressions. The jury's attention must be the currency that every trial lawyer trades in. In this presentation, I will talk about how storytelling can help lawyers to cut through all of the noise and distractions of everyday life in order to connect to the jury on a human level.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Reducing Trial to Its Bare Bones
• Shifting Sands - How I View "My" Jury
• Opening Statement as Story
• Theory & Theme
• Organization for Opening
• Cast of Characters
• Perspective
• Two Basic Modes

Course Presenter(s):

• Michael J. DeBlis III, Esq.

Storytelling in the Courtroom: Volume 1 - Part III

Price: $29.99

Stories are told in two basic modes: (1) narrative summary and (2) scenes. Narrative summary is an overview. It?s an expository way of moving the audience along in the story. It?s very much ?telling.? Most Nineteenth Century novels begin with narrative summary. For example, ?It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.? It?s more conceptual than cinematic.

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Course Presenter(s):

• Michael J. DeBlis III, Esq.

Storytelling in the Courtroom: Volume 1 - Part IV

Price: $29.99

Kristin Linklater, one of the great voice instructors, puts it like this:?There?s a desire to speak?an impulse. It runs down the spinal column and through the central nervous system galvanizing simultaneously the breathing mechanism and the laryngeal mechanism into an activity that creates a vibration which is immediately amplified by surrounding resonating surfaces into voice. At the same time the impulse activates movements of lips and tongue that deliver words."

Credits:

Course Agenda:

Kristin Linklater
Speaking on the Breath
Effective Voice Principles for the Courtroom
The Sounding Body: Voice as Movement
The Power of Silence
Meisner on Silence
Tips: Emphasis & Impact Devices
We Have Five Senses, Not One - Don?t forget to actively engage the five senses!
How I Brainstorm a Case
Preparation Essentials for Trying a Criminal Case
Storytime
Disengaging

Course Presenter(s):

• Michael J. DeBlis III, Esq.

Succession Planning and the Practice of Law

Price: $19.99

What are a lawyer?s ethical obligations to engage in succession planning? NOTE: While this program primarily uses California Rules and developments to illustrate the issues involved in this important area, the guidance and ethical examples provided are relevant to attorneys in every state, and comparable Opinions and Statutes are found in nearly every jurisdiction.

This discussion-format talk with Russell Jackman, Esq. and Don McCrae, Owner of Your Business Legacy, a specialist in helping attorneys close their practices, addresses the issues that are commonly dealt with by attorneys who may be considering closing their practices, retiring, or changing ownership to someone else. Don and Russ discuss strategies and ideas to deal with the challenges of closing up or migrating ownership of a law practice while still adhering to State Ethical Requirements.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• What is succession planning?
• Why succession plan?
• Ethical and Moral Responsibilities to Succession Plan
• What are the Risks of NOT Succession Planning?
• Who should succession plan?
• When should I start succession planning?
• Succession planning goals
• The succession planning process
• How do I know my successor will succeed when I?m gone?

Course Presenter(s):

• Russell Jackman, Esq.
• Don McCrea, PhD

The ABCs of the Remote Law Practice

Price: $19.99

Join lawyers Jacob Stein, Diane Camacho, Larry Cohn, and Michael Bono as they delve into the world of remote law practice in this enlightening discussion. Discover the advantages and practical tips for running a successful remote law firm, including:

• Benefits such as reduced overhead costs and reaching a wider client base.
• Overcoming common obstacles like breaking old habits and dispelling misconceptions about professionalism.
• Effective communication strategies for both individual and group meetings.
• Innovative business development tactics like hosting webinars and networking through joint ventures.
• Financial management essentials, including trust account separation and utilizing specialized software for bookkeeping and reporting.
• Embracing technology with cloud storage, practice management software, and document automation tools.
• Leveraging AI legal research and drafting tools like Co-Counsel, Spellbook, and GAVL to boost efficiency. Gain valuable insights from the speakers' own experiences as they share tips for embracing technology and ensuring the security and effectiveness of remote law practices.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Best accounting practices, with a focus on software that allows for remote approval of trust, AP and billing actions
• Technology for remote lawyers and firms, including document storage, why VPNs are bad, and best software
• Establishing a strong communication structure
• Developing a unified structure and delegating in a remote setting
• New economic models for remote law firms (virtual and distributed firms)
• The advantages of the new models over the traditional law firm model
• Leveraging AI for enhanced document management, legal research and contract analysis in remote law practices
• Optimizing client engagement and service delivery through AI-driven virtual assistance and predictive analytics
• Bolstering remote law practices with AI-powered e-discovery and knowledge management

Course Presenter(s):

• Jacob Stein, Esq
• Diane Camacho
• Michael Bono
• Lawrence Kohn

Trust Account Basics

Price: $19.99

This session will cover the practical aspects of managing Client Trust Accounts in a law firm and what profitability measures lawyers should be reviewing.

• Client Trust Account Protection Program [CTAPP]
• What reports should you have for your trust account?
• How should your trust account be reconciled?
• Common mistakes

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Course Agenda:

Course Presenter(s):

• Diane Camacho

Use NDR and Compare Alternatives to Earn Your Clients Informed Consent

Price: $19.99

In this engaging session, led by Rob Christopher, AV Preeminent rated litigation attorney, General Counsel and entrepreneur you will learn when and how you can use an innovative approach to address limited stakes cases.

The approach, Neutral Driven (Non-adversarial) Dispute Resolution provides attorneys with an alternative to litigation, arbitration or mediation for cases in which the amount at stake is less than the potential legal costs (attorney and court fees, time and stress) to resolve it.

Based on his 35+ year career as a successful litigator, Rob uses real world examples to demonstrate the ethical reasons to consider NDR as well as the long-term value of incorporating this approach into your practice.

The program includes background on NDR and how it differs from arbitration and media. Rob then describes NDR and give a hands-on demonstration an assessment you can use to determine value of using NDR for a particular case. It concludes with clear guidelines on when and how you can use Neutral Driven Dispute Resolution for long term wins with your clients.

Rob?s entertaining style, innovative and ethical approach to addressing limited stakes (often called "dog cases") make this a must take session for all client-centric attorneys.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Why an innovative approach is needed for limited stakes cases
• Growing gap in American Legal System - total cost of litigation
• Assessing the total cost of litigation for your case
• The Neutral Driven Dispute Resolution Process
• How NDR delivers value to client and attorney
• When and how to access NDR to win with your clients
• Common Questions
• Action Plan and Closing

Course Presenter(s):

• Rob Christopher

Water Law: Water Rights, Droughts, and a Flood of Legal Issues Part II

Price: $19.99

After recent years in which records have been set for both rain and lack of precipitation, Environmental and Water Law expert Wes Miliband discusses issues which arise when both drought and climate change create conditions over which populations have little control. To help attorneys proactively recognize and address these issues so as to prevent both legal disputes and damage to people and property in the future, Mr. Miliband raises awareness of how, and where, such disputes may arise. He addresses the basic system of water rights, tribal, military and Federal rights, key cases, how local, state and federal water agencies work and long term creative solutions for an uncertain future, such as ocean winds, desalination and other sustainable techniques.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Overview and Refresh from Part 1 (October 2021)
• Describe the key drivers behind California?s water system;
• Identify federal, state, and local agencies and their respective roles and responsibilities; and
• Provide an overview of the State?s water rights and water conveyance systems.
• Environmental laws affecting water supply allocation. Recent droughts, storm cycles and other current events impacting water supplies in California

Course Presenter(s):

• Wes Miliband

Weed on the Jobsite: Understanding Virginias Marijuana Legalization

Price: $19.99

This course examines that tapestry of Virginia and Federal laws regarding marijuana and the implications of its use of the jobsite. Thus course first looks at the history of Virginia's drug laws culminating in the decriminalization of small amounts of marijuana. It then looks are Federal laws and how they interact with local Virgina laws. Next, we explore regulations from various federal agencies such as MSHA, OSH and DOT. We then investigate important precedents in case law on this topic. Lastly, we look at best practices that employers should follow.

Credits:

Course Agenda:

• Virginia's Marijuana Laws
• Federal Law
• MSHA
• OSHA
• DOT
• Case Cites
• Employment Considerations

Course Presenter(s):

• Anne G. Bibeau, Esq