Iowa CLE - Ethics and Specialty Courses
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Where Are We Now: DEI in Today’s Legal Landscape
The legal profession stands at a critical juncture as it grapples with the rapidly changing dynamics of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). This CLE course offers a comprehensive examination of how DEI initiatives are being reevaluated and reshaped in light of the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decisions on affirmative action. Attendees will explore how these rulings—and broader challenges to DEI emerging from the Trump administration era—are influencing policies, practices, and priorities wi... More Info
$501Diversity/Inclusion -
Ethical Use of Social Media in One's Legal Practice
This CLE course will explore some of the major traps that Lawyers and Law Firms face when using the various social media platforms that permeate the world as we know it. The course will in addition to identifying those traps outline best practices one can utilized to avoid the traps before they are ever tripped. Next the course will look at dealing with mistakes and errors that may have been made despite your best efforts. Specific areas of investigation will include lawyer advertisin... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Moving Forward with DEI Compliance
Uncover the pervasive influence of bias on the legal profession in this essential CLE program, tailored for attorneys across all practice areas. This session dives deep into how bias impacts the legal profession, client representation, and workplace dynamics, spotlighting recent trends that challenge the integrity of the profession. Participants will explore practical, legally compliant strategies to mitigate bias, including its role in algorithms and the regulatory responses shaping today’s l... More Info
$501.25Diversity/Inclusion -
Legal Ethics: Avoiding the Common Mistakes of Bad Lawyering
This CLE course covers the pitfalls, mistakes, and trappings made by lawyers which warrant the Bar’s attention and do reputational harm. Topics addressed will include: the duty to communicate material events in a matter; managing a client's expectations of the scope of representation; preserving confidential client communications; and handling client funds. Rules specific to California and the ABA Model Rules will be covered along with guidance on good practices and healthy dynamic... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Selective Ethics in Litigation from the Plaintiff's Perspective
This CLE course will focus on the ethical obligations that govern counsel in litigated matters and the boundaries that must be respected to ensure compliance with professional standards. Panelists will explore the ethical rules that shape an attorney’s responsibilities when representing a client and discuss the key limitations that must be observed. They will also provide practical insights on how to navigate these requirements effectively, offering “common sense” guidance to help you stay wit... More Info
$751.5Ethics Credits -
Recognizing and Handling Conflicts of Interest
This CLE course will provide critical information and guidance regarding conflicts of interest, including screening for conflicts and addressing different types of conflicts, including simultaneous representation of clients, representing multiple clients, engaging in business transactions with clients, lawyer as Witness, the organization as client, and when the client is under a disability. Attendees will learn about the importance of properly handling conflicts of interest, includin... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Ethical Considerations Regarding Hourly Billing and More
This CLE program offers a comprehensive overview of essential billing practices for attorneys. The course is designed to equip participants with a thorough understanding of fundamental billing procedures, the governing rules and regulations related to billing in the legal field, and practical time-keeping strategies to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Led by an esteemed attorney specializing in ethics and professional responsibility, this program delves into critical aspects of legal bi... More Info
$501Ethics Credit