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Balancing Zeal and Professionalism
This CLE course examines the evolving concept of “zealous advocacy” and its proper role in modern legal practice. Once embedded in the black-letter rules, zeal has largely been relocated to the Preamble and comments of the ABA Model Rules—reflecting a shift toward balance, judgment, and professionalism. Using Georgia’s Lawyer’s Creed, the Aspirational Statement on Professionalism, and the framework developed by Nathan M. Crystal, participants will explore how different philosophies of... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury: A Lawyer’s Guide to Working Effectively with Medical Experts
This CLE program provides a practical roadmap for effectively engaging and working with medical expert witnesses across the lifecycle of a case. From early case evaluation through report preparation, depositions, and trial, attorneys will learn how to strategically collaborate with medical experts to build stronger, more persuasive cases. The course will address key considerations in selecting the right expert, structuring productive communications, and ensuring that expert opinions are... More Info
$501General 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
$501Ethics Credit -
The Law of Self-Defense and Defense of Others: The Daniel Penny Prosecution
This CLE course provides an in-depth examination of the case People v. Daniel Penny, covering the legal, procedural, and strategic dimensions of one of the most high-profile recent criminal cases. Participants will explore the background of the defendant and the victim, the unfolding of the subway incident, and the role of viral media in shaping public perception and legal strategy. The course will also examine the defense’s approach to pre-trial planning, trial preparation, jury selec... More Info
$501General 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
$501General 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
$501General Credit -
The Law Governing the Use of Force: Armed Conflict, International Treaties, and Rules of Engagement
This CLE course introduces the international legal frameworks and treaties governing the use of force. Participants will examine the foundations of the Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), including its sources, scope, and applicability. The program then reviews the regulation of force under the UN Charter, focusing on the prohibition on the use of force and key exceptions such as self-defense, UN Security Council authorization, and debates surrounding humanitarian intervention. Through selec... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Essential Questions in Firearms Law: Why the Gun Laws Are What They Are?
Why aren’t background checks universal? What is the “gun show loophole?” Is Pennsylvania’s Castle Doctrine working as intended? Are more people dying from guns than at any time in history? What do we know about who commits crime with firearms? What do we know about who commits murder? Where does murder happen? In this session, we will use a data driven approach to understanding why Pennsylvania and federal firearms laws are configured in the way they are. This CLE course is d... More Info
$501General Credit -
Your AI Use Might Be an Ethics Violation: Evaluating Today’s AI Providers Using the Ethics Zone Framework
Are you using AI to draft briefs, analyze case law, or communicate with clients? Depending on which plan you're on, you may already be in violation of your ethical obligations, and most lawyers have no idea. AI tools have enormous potential to transform legal practice, but they carry drastically different levels of appropriateness depending on the type of work involved. Not all AI subscriptions are created equal: different plans at the same provider can have radically different terms governing... More Info
$501Ethics 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
$501General Credit