Minnesota CLE - All Courses
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When Obviousness Isn’t Obvious: The Purdue Pharma v. Accord Decision
With the U.S. Supreme Court’s denial of certiorari in Purdue Pharma L.P. v. Accord Healthcare, Inc. (No. 24-1132), the Federal Circuit’s decision (No. 2023-1953, Dec. 30, 2024) now stands as controlling authority on the nexus requirement for objective indicia of non-obviousness. This CLE program takes a detailed look at Purdue’s litigation strategy from trial through appeal, unpacking how the company approached arguments on obviousness and secondary considerations. The discussion also... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Survey Maps for Attorneys: Essential Insights on Parcels and Land Matters
Survey maps are a critical tool in any legal matter involving land, yet many attorneys lack the training to fully interpret them. This CLE program demystifies surveys by breaking down maps into understandable components and showing how those pieces fit together in practice. Participants will learn how to connect the survey map to the legal description found in deeds, title commitments, and related documents. The course will also cover techniques for analyzing surveys, spotting discrepa... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Zoning Relief in Practice: How to Obtain a Variance
This CLE course will detail the typical application process and required findings to obtain a zoning variance. Variances are designed to alleviate a zoning hardship that prevents the property from being developed with a viable use. Zoning regulations are often enacted decades after many of the impacted tax lots were first created, in some cases over 100 years ago. Although the zoning regulations attempt to reflect the character of the existing lots and buildings, often there are m... More Info
$1002General Credits -
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
$751.5General 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
$1002General Credits -
Mediation as Advocacy: Expanding Your Dispute Resolution Toolkit
More contracts. More court orders. More cases settling at the mediation table. Like it or not, mediation is here to stay—and knowing how to use it can give your clients a critical edge. Mediation is a rapidly growing tool reshaping how disputes are resolved across the legal landscape. If you represent parties in a dispute, you’re likely to find yourself in mediation—sometimes by court order, sometimes by contract even before litigation begins. Oftentimes, it is the smartest path forward for y... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Practicing Comic Book Law: Drafting Contracts That Bring Comics to Life
In this engaging CLE course, participants will tackle the essential agreements every comic book attorney needs to master. You'll learn how to draft collaboration agreements, publishing deals, merchandising contracts, and film/TV licensing agreements—all under the guidance of experienced professionals. This CLE course emphasizes practical exercises like spotting legal issues, refining client negotiations, and drafting key contract provisions. Gain the tools and confidence to excel in the... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Behind Bars, Before the Bench: How Incarcerated Defendants Navigate the Legal System
This CLE course offers an in-depth exploration of how incarcerated individuals access the court system and defend themselves against criminal charges while behind bars. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how criminal charges are applied, the function and purpose of bail, and the legal distinctions between jails and prisons. We will examine the practical realities incarcerated defendants face, including how they attend court hearings, obtain access to legal materials, and co... More Info
$501General Credit -
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
$1002General 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
$1002Ethics Credits