Washington MCLE - Practice Management Courses
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Professional Responsibility in Law Firm Transitions
This ethics-focused CLE program examining the professional responsibility obligations implicated in law firm sales, acquisitions, mergers, and internal transitions. The course centers on the Rules of Professional Conduct governing client protection, confidentiality, conflicts of interest, fee arrangements, supervision, and competent representation during periods of firm change. Participants will explore the ethics rules applicable to selling and purchasing a law firm, including client n... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Cracking the Code: An Introduction to Federal Court Procedure
This CLE course provides a comprehensive overview of procedural law and practice in the federal court system. Attendees will learn key topics including subject matter and personal jurisdiction, procedural and local rules, and the initiation of civil cases. The course also covers motion practice, equipping attorneys with the tools to effectively navigate filings, respond to procedural challenges, and avoid common pitfalls. Ideal for litigators who practice—or plan to practice—in federal... More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
Navigating the Policy Process: A Legal Approach to Legislative Advocacy
Corporations, public interest groups, governmental entities and other clients frequently seek advice on legislative matters. Lawyers need to know how to access and communicate legislative information. Lawyers should be knowledgeable about legislative processes and trained in effective advocacy techniques in order to competently present legislative matters to policy makers. This CLE course is designed to provide practicing attorneys strategies for collecting, analyzing, assimilating... More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
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
$751.5Law & Legal Proc. -
Mindful Lawyering: Emotional Intelligence in Mediation and Legal Practice
This CLE program explores how mindfulness and emotional intelligence can enhance mediation and everyday legal practice. Drawing on both litigation and dispute resolution perspectives, the session offers practical tools to help attorneys: Navigate stressful moments with greater clarity and professionalism Recognize when reactivity undermines communication and outcomes Apply mindfulness strategies to pause, reset, and respond more effectively Integrate emotional intelligence into ethic... More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
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
$751.5Law & Legal Proc. -
Regulate, Respond, and Resilience: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Attorneys
The legal profession is inherently high-stress, often exposing attorneys and staff to significant personal and vicarious trauma, which can compromise well-being, team dynamics, and overall firm competence. This CLE course moves beyond individual coping to focus on organizational and leadership strategies for building a truly resilient legal workplace. Attendees will learn how chronic stress and trauma affect the high-performance demands of legal work, from competency to ethical conduct.... More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
Local Government Law 101: Foundations for Legal Practice
Many lawyers and most laypeople take for granted the services provided and regulations imposed by their “home town”. But they rarely think about why and how those services and regulations come to be. Local taxes may raise their ire and land use decisions may cause them distress, but their usual reaction is that the local authorities have somehow got it wrong. This CLE course will explain the framework of municipalities, school districts and municipal authorities, the extent of their... More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
Practicing Law with AI: Preserving Quality and Professional Responsibility
This CLE course offers a deeper exploration of the evolving landscape of AI in legal practice. Attendees will learn about the growing array of AI tools available to lawyers, including a comparison between general-use chatbots and large language models (LLMs) versus legal-specific platforms. The course also addresses ongoing risks—such as inaccuracies and ethical pitfalls—and reviews recent case law that highlights the legal and ethical implications of using AI in the practice of law. More Info
$501Law & Legal Proc. -
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
$501Law & Legal Proc.