Iowa CLE - Government and Military Courses
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Modern Public Construction Contract Procurement Trends
Public entities often face unique limitations in their ability to award construction contracts. This CLE course explores the history and use of various project delivery methods — including emergency contracting, time-and-materials, design-bid-build, design-build, and progressive design-build — and examines the advantages and disadvantages of each from both the owner’s and contractor’s perspective. The session will also address statutory procurement requirements that can restric... More Info
$501General Credit -
Cross-Border Challenges: Tariffs, Export Controls, and Immigration for Attorneys
Amid ongoing shifts in U.S. foreign policy, recent developments in trade, tariffs, export controls, and immigration are reshaping the legal landscape for cross-border business. These changes are having a significant impact on the United States’ relationships with key Asian partners, including China, India, Japan, and Taiwan. This CLE course provides attorneys with a timely and practical overview of these evolving legal and regulatory frameworks. Attendees will gain valuable insights in... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Land Use Law in the Age of Climate Resilience: Renewables, EVs and Regulatory Shifts
This CLE course explores the evolving intersection of land use law, climate resilience, and clean energy infrastructure. Participants will gain insights into recent regulatory developments impacting renewable energy facilities and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, including zoning, permitting, and mandates at the state and federal levels. Special attention will be given to how local governments are adapting to changing statutory landscapes and federal incentives. Attorneys advis... More Info
$501General Credit -
How to Free Lifers: Parole Law in California
This CLE course provides an essential guide to representing clients serving indeterminate life sentences—commonly known as “lifers”—before California’s Board of Parole Hearings. Participants will explore the legal framework governing parole eligibility, including the standards of “current dangerousness” and “insight,” and gain practical tools for preparing clients and presenting persuasive parole cases. Topics include parole plans, psychological evaluations, mitigation strategies, and... More Info
$501General Credit -
AI, Cybersecurity and Privacy: What Attorneys Need to Know About Emerging ISO Standards
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly embedded in enterprise and public-sector systems. The legal community must understand the emerging standards that govern AI cybersecurity and privacy. This CLE session introduces attorneys to ISO/IEC 27090 and ISO/IEC 27091—two draft international standards that aim to establish robust frameworks for securing AI systems and managing associated privacy risks. ISO/IEC 27090 focuses on AI system security, including threat surfaces, model robustne... More Info
$501General Credit -
Pooled Special Needs Trusts: An Important Tool to Protect Clients & Preserve Public Benefits
If your client has a disability, or has a loved one with a disability, this impacts representation in a variety of areas, including estate planning, family law, and personal injury law. The complexity of planning for the future and navigating public benefits creates unique challenges. Attorneys must act carefully to safeguard the person’s eligibility for public benefits and to supplement those benefits to improve their quality of life. A pooled special needs trust (PSNT) is a... More Info
$501General Credit -
Filing a Case Under the United States False Claims Act
This CLE course delves into the intricacies of whistleblower rights and remedies under the False Claims Act (FCA), offering a comprehensive guide for attorneys, compliance officers, and professionals in federal contracting. Participants will explore the robust protections afforded to whistleblowers who uncover fraudulent practices, alongside practical insights into navigating the FCA framework. The presentation equips attendees with foundational knowledge to effectively draft and file... More Info
$501General Credit -
Mastering Contract Law: Navigating UCC and FAR Essentials
This CLE course offers a comprehensive introduction to the essentials of contract law, with a focus on the critical distinctions between the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Participants will explore how the UCC, as adopted and adapted across various states, governs commercial transactions, while the FAR provides a uniform framework for federal agency procurement. Through a blend of regulatory analysis, real-world examples, and relevant case... More Info
$501General Credit -
Bringing Broadband to Underserved Communities: Legal Considerations for BEAD Program Deployment
This CLE course will cover legal considerations regarding BEAD infrastructure deployment to close the broadband divide. The BEAD program, created pursuant to the 2021 IIJA, is a once in a generation opportunity to utilize federal funds for broadband infrastructure for underserved locations. It is a complex process with a range of legal issues from state funding allocation to contracting service providers for the actual work. We will touch upon the following: Legal traps of technolog... More Info
$501General Credit -
Navigating Healthcare Compliance: Key Takeaways from Recent OIG and DOJ Guidance
With the release of the Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) and subsequent industry-specific updates, healthcare organizations face a rapidly evolving compliance landscape. This CLE course breaks down the key takeaways from recent OIG guidance, including specialized recommendations for nursing facilities, and examines the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) latest updates on corporate compliance expectations. Participants will gain actionabl... More Info
$501General Credit -
Identifying Winning Social Security Cases and Preparing for Hearings
How do you identify potential Social Security disability clients who have the best chance of winning? And once these clients retain you, how do you increase their odds of winning at an ALJ hearing? Social Security disability claims can take two to three years from application to hearing so you need a roadmap to identify the most viable cases and a roadmap to prepare your clients to take full advantage of the 45 minutes they will have with a judge. In this CLE presentation the... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Constitutional Policing: Bridging the Legitimacy Gap
In this CLE presentation, a retired FLETC Senior Legal Instructor will take a deep dive into the concept of Constitutional Policing. The session will begin with a historical look at the development of Constitutional Policing, followed by an exploration of constitutional legality, an introduction to the notion of constitutional legitimacy, and a discussion of the most significant obstacles to Constitutional Policing. More Info
$1002General Credits -
Federal Torts Claims Act: Personal Injury Lawsuit from Intake through Trial
A client calls and tells you that they had to remove their shoes to pass through a TSA checkpoint. The floor was slippery and they fell and broke their knee requiring surgery. What do you do? This CLE course will take you from intake through trial in a federal tort claims act (FTCA) slip and fall lawsuit in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania and the Third Circuit. The presenter will highlight cases to take and cases to turn down. FTCA cases have an unnerving number of pitfalls th... More Info
$501General Credit -
Recent Supreme Court Decisions in Veterans Law
This CLE course reflects a significant and evolving area of law. The Supreme Court's increased engagement with veterans law indicates its growing recognition of the importance of ensuring constitutional consistency and compliance with Congressional mandates in this specialized field. The role of decisions such as Loper-Bright—potentially referencing a landmark case impacting VA deference—deserves exploration. This shift by the Supreme Court could herald a more balanced approach in veter... More Info
$501General Credit -
Legal Implications of the Baltimore Bridge Collapse
This CLE lecture will address the legal framework regarding theories of liability which may be asserted against the owner and operator of the container ship Dali following the collision with and destruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge on March 24 2024. The course will briefly cover the defenses available to owners and operators, including the ability to to limit their liability under Federal law, potential defenses to cargo interests under the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA),... More Info
$501General Credit -
The Use of Trusts in Government Benefits Planning
This CLE presentation will address the use of various types of trusts in government benefits planning, including revocable trusts, spousal planning using revocable trusts, long term care planning using Irrevocable Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts, Supplemental Needs Trusts, and long-term care planning provisions utilized in powers of attorney. Practitioners will learn the differences among the various types of trusts used in government benefits planning, drafting provisions that may be... More Info
$501.25General Credits -
Nuts and Bolts of Social Security Disability Law
This CLE course discusses the nuts and bolts of what is involved to start practicing Social Security Disability Law. The aim of this course is to provide the information needed so that you can hit the ground running and start practicing Social Security Disability Law immediately. The topics and advice range from the intake process, initial claim, reconsideration, hearing, and appeals process. More Info
$501General Credit