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  • Best Practices in Trust Planning: Estate, Tax, and Special Needs Strategies

    This CLE course will introduce the use of trusts in the context of estate planning, special needs, and tax considerations. Each section of the course will introduce and explain the issues that need to be addressed in maximizing the benefits of trust planning for your clients. Significant attention will be given to the most important elements of the trust document, including but not limited to trust powers, trustee succession, and trust termination. More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Environmental Law in Action: From Business Deals to Courtroom Battles

    This CLE will address the resolution of environmental issues arising in business transactions and the challenges associated with environmental litigation. The business transactions portion will cover the performance of environmental investigations, including whether such investigations should be performed by the buyer or seller, and the associated reporting obligations for any findings. If contamination is identified, the program will examine the allocation of responsibility for potential clea... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Fundamentals of the TCPA: How to Navigate Communications with the Public

    This CLE presentation will discuss the provisions of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”) and Florida’s Telephone Solicitation Statute, which regulates communications utilizing automated telephone dialing systems, including text messages to consumers. The presentation will cover the requirements and prohibitions of the use of (ATDS) technology, discuss compliance issues and best practice recommendations, as well as discuss trends in current litigation in this consumer protec... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Illegal Marketing, Illegal Operations: Is Your MLM Safe? — The Real Threats Come from Within

    In periods of economic uncertainty, interest in network marketing—commonly known as multi-level marketing (MLM)—tends to surge as individuals seek alternative income streams. While some participants achieve financial success, industry data consistently shows that the vast majority do not realize the earnings they were led to expect. This gap between promise and outcome has made MLMs a recurring focus of regulatory scrutiny and private litigation. The MLM model saw significant growth dur... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Beyond the Mafia: RICO’s Expanding Role in Insurance and Commercial Litigation

    RICO is no longer confined to the prosecution of organized crime—it has become one of the most powerful tools in modern civil and criminal litigation. This dynamic CLE program explores the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act from its origins in combating the Mafia to its expanded role in addressing complex business and insurance fraud schemes. Participants will gain a clear understanding of RICO’s statutory framework, prohibited conduct, and the strategic differences between cri... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • FinCEN Residential Real Estate Reporting Final Rule: Updates and Practice Implications

    This CLE program provides a focused analysis of FinCEN’s Residential Real Estate Reporting Final Rule and its implications for legal and compliance practice. The program begins with an overview of federal anti-money laundering (AML) enforcement, including key statutory frameworks, the role of FinCEN and OFAC, and the use of Geographic Targeting Orders in monitoring real estate transactions. The panel will examine the scope and structure of the Final Rule, including covered transactions,... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Corporate Immigration Compliance Essentials: Enforcement Trends and Best Practices

    This CLE program examines key corporate immigration compliance issues affecting employers in today’s evolving enforcement environment. The session will address how layoffs, corporate restructuring, and organizational changes impact H-1B workers, PERM labor certifications, and ongoing employment-based green card sponsorship. Participants will review essential documentation and record-keeping requirements, including H-1B Public Access Files and PERM compliance obligations, and analyze re... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence in Legal Practice

    The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence tools across the legal profession presents significant ethical, professional, and risk-management considerations for attorneys. This CLE program examines the duties imposed on lawyers by rules of professional conduct, court orders, and emerging judicial guidance relating to the use of AI tools in legal practice, including issues of competence, supervision, confidentiality, client disclosure, and candor to the tribunal. The course also addre... More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit

  • Federal Taxation of Cannabis Businesses: Updates and the Changing Landscape

    This CLE course examines the federal income tax issues that affect businesses operating in the state-regulated cannabis industry. While some states permit businesses to cultivate, manufacture, and sell cannabis within a regulated market, cannabis remains illegal under federal law. Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code disallows income tax deductions for businesses trafficking in a Schedule I controlled substance, such as cannabis. This course covers four key areas. First, it provid... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Trade Secret Asset Management: Identifying, Protecting, and Valuing Trade Secrets

    This CLE course provides an examination of trade secret asset management, focusing on the strategies and legal frameworks essential for identifying, protecting, and valuing trade secrets. Participants will explore best practices for the classification and documentation of trade secret assets, methods for assessing their commercial value, and approaches to safeguard them from misappropriation. The program will also cover key legal considerations, including compliance with trade secret l... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Advising Franchise Start-Ups: Legal Framework and Attorney Risk Management

    This CLE program provides a practical overview of the legal and business considerations in forming and operating a franchise system. Topics include structuring a new corporation or LLC to isolate liability; selecting a favorable business jurisdiction; and advising clients on franchisee compliance, royalty enforcement, documentation practices, and litigation readiness. The course will examine the preparation and strategic implications of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), including... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Legal Strategies for First-Time Business Buyers: From LOI to Closing

    As the market shifts and more professionals look to acquire rather than start businesses (especially in the essential, "dirty hands" sectors), we are seeing a massive influx of first-time buyers. While this group represents a highly lucrative pipeline for us, they also require the most education and hand-holding. This CLE course is designed to address their specific pain points upfront, establish our authority, and pre-qualify them so they are actually deal-ready when they engage with... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • The ABC’s of Rideshare Litigation

    Rideshare accident cases present unique challenges that go beyond standard car accident claims. This CLE course provides a comprehensive guide to navigating these complexities, equipping you with practical strategies to handle rideshare cases effectively and confidently. You will learn how to identify and address the distinct legal and insurance issues that arise in rideshare claims, from evidence preservation to discovery and motion practice. By the end of the course, you’ll have a clea... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Emerging Legal Challenges in Data Center Operations & Expansion

    The data center industry is at a pivotal crossroads. Between 2025 and 2026, the sector has experienced explosive growth fueled by AI-driven demand—yet this surge has sparked equally unprecedented legal, regulatory, and community challenges. This CLE program offers a comprehensive synthesis of the current legal landscape, emerging regulatory trends, and patterns of community opposition. Attendees will gain actionable insights and practical guidance for representing municipalities, devel... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Impact of the AML Provisions in the GENIUS Act

    The passage of the GENIUS Act has opened the floodgates for stablecoins. Dozens of new issuers (if not more) are expected to enter the market in the coming months, and the total volume outstanding continues to increase at a rapid pace. As regulators begin to write the rules for these new stablecoin issuers, one of the key areas to watch is anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. Responsible market participants will be looking for the development of reasonable, risk-based standards that... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Top Ten Recent Trademark Decisions to Know

    This CLE program provides a concise, practice-focused update on significant recent trademark decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court, federal courts, and the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. The program highlights key doctrinal developments affecting prosecution, enforcement, and litigation strategy. The panel will examine notable decisions, including: In re Jimenez In re Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla Chutter, Inc. v. Great Management Group In re Solace Cine August Storck KG v. Fl... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Navigating FinCEN’s New Rule on Residential Real Estate Transactions

    This CLE program provides a practical and timely analysis of FinCEN’s new residential real estate reporting rule and its implications for attorneys involved in real estate transactions. The rule represents a significant expansion of federal anti-money laundering oversight into the residential real estate market and imposes new reporting obligations for certain non-financed transactions involving legal entities and trusts. Participants will examine the scope and purpose of the rule, the... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Beyond the Stethoscope: Mastering Fee-Sharing Without Crossing Legal Lines

    Moving entirely outside of the medical context, this CLE session unveils the versatile MSO structure as a powerful business tool for other regulated professional services. We introduce the specialized LOMO (Legal Operational Management Organization) and PAMO (Professional Accounting Management Organization) models, detailing the necessary jurisdictional tailoring in states like California, Washington, and Oregon. Attendees will master the "Dark Arts" of compliant economic participation... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Return of the MSO: Compliance, Control & Avoiding the Accidental Practice of Medicine

    This advanced CLE session synthesizes the use of the MSO structure beyond simple administrative outsourcing to achieve complex objectives in succession planning, strategic financing, brand centralization, and cross-industry adaptation, all while strictly adhering to the bright-line rules of the Corporate Practice Doctrine and Fair Market Value. The program will explore contractual discipline, governance structures, and proprietary frameworks necessary to unlock these "off-label" econom... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Drafting Stronger Patents: A Practical Project Management-Based Framework for Surviving Alice

    In this CLE program, a patent attorney and former USPTO examiner from the Business Methods Technology Center 3600 introduces a project management–inspired framework for drafting patent applications that satisfy 35 U.S.C. § 101. Attendees will learn practical, prosecution-ready strategies informed by the latest USPTO developments, including the August 2025 memo to the examining corps, Director Squires’ precedential decision in Ex parte Desjardins, and recent USPTO hour updates. In a lan... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • AI Governance: Privacy, Bias, and Emerging Regulation

    This CLE program offers a clear, current overview of the rapidly developing landscape of AI governance in the United States. Attendees will examine how existing privacy laws apply to emerging AI technologies, how states are confronting bias and discrimination risks, and what legal responses are taking shape to combat deepfakes and synthetic media. The course also explores key ethical obligations for attorneys using or advising on AI tools, along with the legislative and regulatory tren... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Immigration in Mergers and Acquisitions: What You Don’t Know Will Hurt You

    This CLE program examines the immigration consequences that arise in corporate mergers, stock or asset acquisitions, joint ventures, and internal restructurings. U S employers engaged in these transactions must address the continued maintenance of work authorization for foreign national employees, the preservation of petition validity, and the potential successor in interest obligations created under federal immigration law. The session guides participants through the principal regulat... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • From Case Review to Strategy: Navigating Green Card Options for Employers and Foreign Nationals

    This CLE program provides an in-depth examination of the process for reviewing and recommending green card options for foreign nationals in the United States, with an emphasis on business immigration. The session will address key factors to evaluate, including the foreign national’s background, immigration history, employment, and current status. Participants will receive a comprehensive overview of major green card categories and their legal requirements. The course will also cover me... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Cannabis, Banking & Real Estate: Key Legal Updates

    This CLE program offers a comprehensive overview of the evolving cannabis landscape in the United States. Attendees will learn about recent developments in cannabis legalization, the current status of cannabis banking, and key regulatory issues surrounding the manufacture and distribution of cannabis-based pharmaceuticals. The course also explores the growing practice area of cannabis law and its implications for attorneys, as well as title insurance and underwriting considerations in... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits

  • When ICE Comes Knocking: Legal Guidance for Employers and Counsel

    As immigration enforcement priorities continue to evolve, attorneys advising employers must be ready to act when ICE agents arrive seeking access to employees or employment records. This CLE program provides an up-to-date overview of the legal framework governing immigration compliance in the workplace and the practical realities of an ICE visit. Attendees will learn how to prepare clients before an inspection, respond appropriately during an on-site investigation, and manage post-visi... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • The Lawyer’s Playbook: Managing Egos, Elites, and NFL Expectations

    As Nassim Taleb reminds us, “Nothing is more permanent than ‘temporary’ arrangements.” In today’s volatile sports landscape, lawyers advising athletes, agents, and institutions face just that — shifting rules and unpredictable risks. This CLE program examines current legal and compliance challenges in professional and collegiate sports, with case studies from the NFL, NCAA, and Washington’s WIAA. Topics include managing high-profile and high-maintenance clients, navigating ethical gray... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Privacy, Data Security and Cyberattacks: Overview, Prevention and Proactive Responses

    Your law firm holds a significant amount of data, including personally identifiable information of your clients and sensitive, confidential information. How are you protecting it? Attorneys have an ethical obligation to prevent unauthorized access and disclosure -- is your network secure? Many law firms have been hacked. Do you have a plan to recover from a cyberattack? In this CLE course, you will learn about protecting information, training your lawyers and staff to recognize common... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Estate Planning & the Due-on-Sale Clause: Navigating Trust Transfers, LLCs & the Garn-St. Germain Act

    This CLE program explores the intersection of estate planning and real estate law, focusing on the implications of the due-on-sale clause in the context of transferring real property to revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, and limited liability companies (LLCs). The due-on-sale clause—commonly found in mortgage contracts—can trigger loan acceleration when ownership of the secured property is transferred. However, federal law (notably the Garn-St. Germain Depository Institutions Act of 1982) p... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • The Strictest Conflict Rule: Exploring Rule 1.8(a) and Business Transactions with Clients

    Few conflict-of-interest rules are as demanding as Rule 1.8(a), which regulates business transactions between lawyers and their clients. This CLE program takes a deep dive into the Rule’s stringent requirements, exploring what qualifies as a “business transaction,” the types of arrangements that trigger its application, and whether such conflicts can ever be waived. We will also examine the essential elements of a valid waiver, and consider how the Rule impacts midstream modifications to fee a... More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit

  • Leading Lawyers Through Change: Breaking the Resistance Cycle

    Designed for attorneys, firm leaders, and in-house counsel, this CLE course provides neuroscience-informed tools to lead through resistance and drive change in legal environments. Instead of abstract theory, participants will gain practical strategies tailored to the dynamics of law firms and legal departments. Through real-world examples, participants will learn how the brain processes change, why resistance arises even among high performers, and how to guide teams through transitions... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Building an AI Governance Framework for Your Law Firm: Policies, Procedures, and Ongoing Compliance

    As artificial intelligence tools become more deeply embedded in legal practice, law firms must develop practical systems to manage both the opportunities and the risks they present. This CLE program offers a structured framework for building and implementing internal AI governance policies. Participants will learn how to translate high-level principles into day-to-day practices that safeguard client information, address ethical risks such as confidentiality and competency, and ensure r... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • From Prompt to Practice: Using AI in The Legal Field

    This practical CLE program is designed for attorneys looking to integrate generative AI—specifically ChatGPT—into their legal workflows safely and effectively. Participants will learn how to set up and interact with ChatGPT using high-value, legally focused prompts, and will explore how to apply AI to common legal tasks, including legal research, case law summarization, document comparison, motion and email drafting, and client communication. Through live demonstrations, fill-in-the-bla... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Representing the Startup Enterprise Through the “Four Stages” of Capital Formation

    Raising capital is a defining challenge for emerging businesses, and each stage of the process brings unique legal and regulatory considerations. This CLE program guides attorneys through the progression of startup financing, from early founder contributions to public offerings, with a focus on how counsel can add value and mitigate risk at every step. This Program Explores: Stage 1: Founder financing and initial capitalization Stage 2: Friends-and-family rounds and crowdfunding str... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Authorship in the Balance: The Clash Between Human Authorship, Artificial Intelligence, and Copyright Law

    This CLE program examines the rapidly evolving intersection of generative AI and the comic book industry through a legal lens. With recent U.S. Copyright Office guidance and emerging case law reshaping the standards for copyright eligibility, this session will address the key questions surrounding authorship, originality, and the scope of protection for AI-generated works. Attendees will explore the practical implications of these developments for transactional practice, including how t... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • U.S. Copyright Basics

    This CLE course provides a practical introduction to U.S. copyright law and copyright registration. The course will also explore fair use, licensing, and the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Participants will learn the fundamental principles of copyrights including: what qualifies for protection how ownership is determined how long copyrights are valid advantages of having a copyright registration how to apply for registration basics of copyright infringement More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits

  • Ethically Promoting Your Legal Practice: Rules, Risks, and Best Practices

    Attorneys today face increasing pressure to market their practices effectively while staying within the bounds of professional responsibility. This CLE program provides a comprehensive review of the ethical framework governing attorney advertising and client communications, with practical guidance on how to promote your practice without running afoul of the rules. Participants will examine the requirements of Rules 7.1–7.5, as well as Rules 5.7 and 5.8, and consider how proposed amendme... More Info

    $100
    2Ethics Credits

  • The Top 5 Issues to Consider When Making a Lateral Partner Move

    The implications of moving firms, especially when a large book of business is involved, are far reaching and can have serious consequences on the departing attorney and the related law firms if the attorney fails to time the departure correctly, take certain steps in the proper sequence, and/or does not understand or abide by their fiduciary or ethical obligations. This CLE course will address the applicable state laws, ethical rules, and contractual obligations that must be followed... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits

  • Employee Discipline & Performance Management: Legal Standards and Best Practices

    Disciplining or terminating an employee is one of the riskiest actions an employer can take—and one of the most common sources of costly litigation. This CLE course provides practical strategies and legal insights to help you guide your clients through performance management, discipline, and termination while minimizing the risk of discrimination claims and other employment-related liability. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the legal framework surrounding employment deci... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • How Innovators Can Operationalize the GENIUS Act

    The enactment of the GENIUS Act was a watershed moment for the digital assets sector as stablecoins became the first digital asset to have a comprehensive federal regulatory framework. Over the next 18 months, we will see a veritable alphabet soup of federal regulators implement the GENIUS Act through notice-and-comment rulemakings. During that time, banks, fintechs, and other entrepreneurs will be building and expanding stablecoin businesses across the crypto ecosystem. Join this panel to lea... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Class Actions: Deceptive Consumer Labels

    This CLE program provides an in-depth examination of legal standards and strategies for litigating class actions involving deceptive consumer labeling. Participants will learn how to effectively plead claims at the Rule 12(b)(6) stage, with a focus on the “reasonable consumer” standard, the legal weight of front-label representations versus back-label disclosures, and the role of ambiguity in label interpretation. The course will also address common defense tactics, including safe harbo... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • So You Want to Open Your Own Practice and Achieve Your Dreams: Let’s Talk About it First

    Opening your own law practice can feel like the ultimate expression of freedom and control—but without the right mindset, systems, and financial strategy, it can quickly turn into a stressful grind. This CLE program provides a candid, practical roadmap for lawyers thinking about going solo or scaling a small practice. With decades of firsthand experience, the presenter cuts through the romanticism and gets real about the hard truths, hidden risks, and often-overlooked steps that separate... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • Changes in The World of Labor and Employment Law

    Over the past four and a half years, labor and employment law in the United States has undergone dramatic change. This CLE program explores three significant areas of transformation that attorneys should closely watch: child labor, union activity, and non-compete agreements. Child Labor: Once considered a relic of the past, child labor has re-emerged as a pressing issue. While many assumed the abuses described in Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle were long behind us, recent years have seen al... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

  • Avoiding Legal Risk: Understanding the Latest Employment Law Changes

    This CLE course, tailored for lawyers, delivers a streamlined exploration of legal risks and the latest developments in employment law. It equips participants with a clear understanding of recent federal and state laws, as well as pivotal court decisions shaping HR practices. This course provides a guide to the most pressing legal issues facing employers, empowering attorneys to refine policies, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance. Led by nationally recognized employment attorn... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

  • From Ethics to Enterprise: What AI and ABS Mean for the Modern Lawyer

    As technology and capital reshape the legal profession, attorneys face complex ethical questions that demand thoughtful navigation. This CLE program will examine the ethical challenges—and opportunities—presented by two key forces driving change in the practice of law: artificial intelligence and new business structures. We’ll explore how AI is being integrated into legal workflows, from research to client interaction, and the ethical pitfalls that can arise if these tools are used with... More Info

    $50
    1Ethics Credit

  • Anatomy of a Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

    The intricacies of a chapter 11 case can be intimidating at first. This introductory CLE course breaks down the key steps in a logical progression to provide a comprehensive overview of chapter 11 bankruptcy. This course follows the progression of a typical chapter 11 bankruptcy case (if such a thing exists), from the various objectives of chapter 11 reorganization, to the players in a chapter 11 case. You will walk through the various stages, from its filing, through sales of assets,... More Info

    $100
    2General Credits

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