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Shaping Deposition Testimony to Win Your Case
Depositions can make or break a case. This CLE course explores how attorneys can strategically shape testimony to strengthen arguments, secure favorable outcomes, and avoid pitfalls that undermine credibility. Through practical, field-tested techniques, participants will learn how to: Prepare fact and expert witnesses to deliver clear, compelling, and consistent testimony Use depositions to control the narrative and lock in advantageous facts Lay the groundwork for summary judgmen... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Protecting Vulnerable Plaintiffs: Special Needs Trusts, Public Benefits, and Settlement Planning
When representing plaintiffs who are vulnerable due to disability, age, or other factors, careful planning is critical to ensure that their settlement funds are protected and their eligibility for public benefits is preserved. This CLE course provides a comprehensive overview of the legal tools and strategies available to support these individuals. We will explore the key differences between Pooled First-Party Special Needs Trusts and Settlement Preservation Trusts, including how they c... More Info
$501General Credit -
Religious Head Coverings in Court: Legal and Jewish Law Perspectives
The tension between religious expression (e.g., wearing a yarmulke) and courtroom decorum raises First Amendment and practical questions for lawyers. This CLE presentation examines U.S. case law and Jewish law (Halacha) to address whether a lawyer must wear a yarmulke in court. Learning Objectives: Understand the constitutional framework for religious head coverings in U.S. courtrooms Analyze key case law addressing religious attire in judicial settings Explore Jewish legal (Halac... More Info
$501General Credit -
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 -
The Lawyer’s Playbook: Managing Egos, Elites, and NFL Expectations
As Nassim Taleb reminds us, “Nothing is more permanent than ‘temporary’ arrangements.” In today’s volatile sports landscape, lawyers advising athletes, agents, and institutions face just that — shifting rules and unpredictable risks. This CLE program examines current legal and compliance challenges in professional and collegiate sports, with case studies from the NFL, NCAA, and Washington’s WIAA. Topics include managing high-profile and high-maintenance clients, navigating ethical gray... More Info
$501General Credit -
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
$1002.25General 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 -
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 -
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
$501General Credit -
Leading Lawyers Through Change: Breaking the Resistance Cycle
Designed for attorneys, firm leaders, and in-house counsel, this CLE course provides neuroscience-informed tools to lead through resistance and drive change in legal environments. Instead of abstract theory, participants will gain practical strategies tailored to the dynamics of law firms and legal departments. Through real-world examples, participants will learn how the brain processes change, why resistance arises even among high performers, and how to guide teams through transitions... More Info
$501General Credit