Alaska CLE - International Law Courses
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Witches and Guns: The Intersection Between Wicca and The Second Amendment
This CLE explores the overlap between the tenets of the Wiccan religion and the principles of the Second Amendment. First, the importance of this relationship is introduced. Second, necessary philosophical background is provided. Third, specific topics and their possible application to practice areas are provided. This presentation is both interesting in its uniqueness as well as provides practical insights for attorneys who may encounter clients of all backgrounds. More Info
$501General Credit -
What Every Lawyer Should Know About Immigration: An Overview of U.S. Immigration Law
This CLE program will provide a basic outline of U.S. immigration law, including nonimmigrant (temporary)visas, lawful permanent resident status, eligibility for U.S. citizenship, employer compliance and employer sanctions, and the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. More Info
$501General Credit -
War Crimes, Sanctions & The War In The Ukraine: A Review Of The Legal Aspects Of The Current War & The Laws That Apply
During the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russian authorities and armed forces were accused of committing war crimes by carrying out both deliberate attacks against civilian targets and indiscriminate attacks in densely populated areas. The Russian military allegedly exposed the civilian population to unnecessary and disproportionate harm by using cluster munitions – a type of weapon that is prohibited by 110 states because of its immediate and long-term danger to civilians– and by firing other... More Info
$1002General Credits -
War Crimes in the Star Wars Universe: Episode VI
The third and final installment of the Star Wars original trilogy offers a wealth of fascinating scenes for a law-of-war analysis, led by a former war crimes prosecutor. The film opens with Leia and then Luke Skywalker confronting Jabba the Hutt. Is this an act of unconventional warfare? Does the law of armed conflict even apply? When the Rebels find out about the new Death Star, they decide to target its shield generator on a moon called Endor. In the process, they convince the teddy... More Info
$501General Credit -
War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe: Episode IV
In this CLE, we'll be applying the international law of armed conflict (LOAC) to the armed conflict depicted in Star Wars Episode IV. Intentionally or not, the film raises a number of fascinating LOAC issues that international law scholars are jurists grapple with, even today. And in the process, we will cover a number of real-life war crimes cases, from the Nuremburg trials and trial of Adolph Eichmann to the modern-era terrorism cases and drone program. Some topics for discussion include:... More Info
$501General Credit -
War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe Episode V: Conflicts, Disputes and More
In Episode V, we consider what international law and the law of armed conflict have to say about the legality of Darth Vader's droid program and its parallels to modern-day drone programs; the Battle of Hoth; the complex role that military contractors like Boba Fett play in the law of war; the potential war crime involved in Lando Calrissian's trickery of Luke Skywalker and friends; Vader's very questionable treatment of his detainees; and the legality of Luke's doomed refusal to surrender to... More Info
$501General Credit -
US Tax Benefits of Exporting: An Attorneys' Guide to IC-DISC
With an ever stricter and more complicated tax code, there seem to be fewer and fewer opportunities to make the tax system work for you. But as every good attorney knows, there are still areas where the tax benefits actually outweigh the costs. Export taxes are the perfect example and as opposed to cracking down, recent updates to the law have established the IRS as a staunch supporter of exporters from the US. This CLE course, presented by esteemed tax attorney Richard S. Lehman, pres... More Info
$501General Credit -
United States Taxation of Foreign Investors: A Legal Guide
At their least complicated, the rules of taxation are not exactly straightforward and simple. Adding the factor of foreign investing does nothing to simplify matters. But this CLE course will explain it all. The course will define what a foreign investor is and the many statuses of citizenship that can affect your applicable taxes. The course will also explain types of investor taxation, those that apply to corporations and exemptions, the impact of bilateral treaties and the qualificatio... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law: A Guide to the International Student Client
This CLE program is designed for practitioners working with international students as they attend school and prepare for life in the U.S. after graduation. Topics covered will include Maintaining student status and related issues; Employment Authorization Options for Graduating F-1 Students; Introduction to Relevant Nonimmigrant Categories for the international student looking to remain in the U.S. and Paths to Permanent Residency. More Info
$501General Credit -
Transnational Legal and Cultural Issues Arising when Doing Business Internationally
This CLE course covers issues of concern when documenting transactions which must satisfy more than one legal system (transnational transactions). This will be clarified with examples of American businesses doing business in China. The course emphasizes the need to understand and interpret laws and regulations in the context of the culture of the place where business is being conducted. Since a lawyer must document the business concerns of the parties, understanding those concerns a... More Info
$501.25General Credits