Pennsylvania CLE - Ethics Credit Courses
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Live WebinarWednesday, December 31, 20251:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Legal Ethics Update: Trends and Challenges for Today’s Lawyers
This CLE program provides an in-depth review of the most significant ethics opinions issued over the past year by the ABA and various state bar authorities. The session will not only outline the governing rules but also explore their practical impact on day-to-day legal practice. The program will then examine several notable ethics challenges that surfaced during the year, including the pressures placed on attorneys by external forces such as political efforts that tested the independen... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarWednesday, January 14, 20262:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The Evolution and Devolution of Civility
This CLE program examines the evolving role of civility in the legal profession and the increasing attention courts and regulators are paying to attorney conduct. As concerns about incivility in litigation, motion practice, discovery, and courtroom advocacy have grown, courts have turned to disciplinary authorities and professionalism rules to address conduct that undermines the administration of justice. The effectiveness of these efforts, however, has been uneven, particularly in large juris... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarMonday, January 19, 20263:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ghosts in the Machine: Navigating the AI Ethics Frontier
Artificial Intelligence has moved from a "novelty" to a "standard of care" requirement. This CLE course provides an essential update for practitioners on the rapidly evolving ethical obligations surrounding generative and agentic AI. We will move beyond the basics of "don’t hallucinate" to explore the next generation of risks: agentic AI autonomy, AI-driven billing scrutiny, and the emerging duty of technological competence that may soon penalize lawyers for failing to use AI efficiently.... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarTuesday, January 20, 20261:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ethics in Mediation Practice: What ABA 518 Means for Attorneys
As mediation continues to expand across legal practice, so do the ethical responsibilities placed on attorney-mediators and advocates who participate in the process. With the recent release of ABA Formal Opinion 518, attorneys are now faced with new guidance—and new questions—regarding neutrality, client communication, conflicts, and the boundaries of advocacy within a mediated setting. This CLE program breaks down what ABA 518 means in practical terms, outlining how it aligns with and... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, January 22, 20261:00 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The New Definition of Legal Ethics and Competence in the Age of AI
This ethics CLE examines how artificial intelligence affects lawyers’ professional obligations under existing Rules of Professional Conduct. While the Model Rules themselves have not materially changed, the program discusses how evolving legal workflows and increased reliance on technology influence the application of ethical standards relating to competence, communication, confidentiality, supervision, and candor. The course addresses the use of AI as a tool in legal practice, includi... More Info
$751.5Ethics Credits -
Live WebinarWednesday, February 4, 20261:30 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ethical Issues in Ending Client Representation and Collecting Fees
A lawyer’s representation of a client and termination or withdrawal from representation generates multiple potential ethics issues, including providing adequate notice to the client, ensuring that the client’s interests are not prejudiced, and collecting earned fees and costs. This CLE course will discuss these issues and provide important information and tips to guide lawyers to prevent or mitigate any issues that may arise. More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, February 12, 202611:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Attorney Conflicts of Interest: What’s New in Ethics and Case Law
Conflicts of interest remain one of the most complex and critical challenges in the ethical practice of law. This CLE course provides an update on identifying, addressing, and managing conflicts in today’s legal landscape. Attendees will explore key issues including: (a) recognizing and handling former client conflicts; (b) obtaining and documenting informed consent to conflicts with current and former clients; and (c) navigating conflicts involving affiliated entities. The course will... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
On-DemandCD/DVD/USB, Online, iOS/Android App
Raising the Bar on Mental and Emotional Well Being in the Legal Profession
In the high-stakes world of law, stress is often seen as an inevitable part of the job. This CLE course invites legal professionals to pause, reflect, and explore practical ways to reduce stress and cultivate a more balanced life. Through engaging discussions and real-world scenarios, participants will identify common sources of stress within various types of law practices, and discover actionable strategies to manage and mitigate that stress. They will also learn techniques to foster... More Info
$751.5Ethics Credits -
On-DemandCD/DVD/USB, Online, iOS/Android App
Ethical Armor: Leveraging the Rules of Professional Conduct Against Problem Clients
Even the most skilled attorney can find themselves in ethical quicksand when dealing with disorganized, demanding, or disappearing clients. This practical CLE program examines how the Rules of Professional Conduct—particularly those governing competence, scope of representation, and diligence—can be used not just as compliance obligations, but as protective armor. Using real-world examples and strategies, the session explores how to define engagement boundaries, document communications... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
On-DemandCD/DVD/USB, Online, iOS/Android App
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
$501Ethics Credit