Faculty:

Michael Maschke, EnCE, CEH, ACE, CISSP

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Electronic evidence plays a critical role in most cases. Frequently, relevant evidence is now found in the cloud and not on a local computer, server, or external hard drive. Businesses and consumers are using cloud services more than ever. Microsoft 365 has taken over the business world. Third-party messaging apps such as Instagram, TikTok, and WhatsApp continue to flourish. The cloud is now ...

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 - 12:00pm to 01:01pm PDT

Faculty:

Graham Thatcher |  Anna Marie Thatcher |  Charles Abourezk, Esq. |  Alicia Garcia, Esq. |  Brian T. Guthrie, Esq. |  John M. Stuart, Esq. |  Barry R. Vickrey, Esq.

Duration:

1 Hour 5 Minutes

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

A master of the courtroom stage who possessed an uncanny understanding of human character, Clarence Darrow was arguably the greatest trial lawyer of the twentieth century. An adamant opponent of capital punishment and a passionate proponent of civil and human rights, he was often called the "Attorney for the Damned" because he fought for the underdog and took on criminal cases thought to be hopeless. Yet, while commanding respect as a trial lawyer, Darrow was often embroiled in bitter controversy for his unpopular stands on many issues and criticized for his purported unethical professional behavior.

Wed, Jun 26, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:05am PDT

Faculty:

Katy Goshtasbi, Esq. |  Janice Walshok

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Everyone has biases. It’s natural. While me might recognize our own explicit biases, the unconscious nature of implicit bias makes them easier to ignore. Unfortunately, ignoring our implicit biases impacts not only our practice success, but our entire life and reputation.   When we are able to recognize our own biases, and those of others, we can be in control of changing systematic biases within our workplace and society...

Fri, Jun 28, 2024 - 12:00pm to 12:57pm PDT

Faculty:

Steve Hughes

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

One of the many challenges today’s lawyers face is communicating complex fact patterns and arguments to a variety of audiences. Stories are an excellent (and often overlooked) way to humanize facts and invite people to experience the emotional aspects of what you’re saying. This lively, upbeat program explores the benefits of using stories to frame issues, engage clients, judges...

Fri, May 10, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:02am PDT

Faculty:

Daniel J. Siegel, Esq.

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Ever since law firms began using computers, there have been concerns about whether attorneys must or should use special security measures, like encryption, to protect confidential and sensitive information. Changes in ethical and procedural rules, including requirements that lawyers must (1) be technologically competent and (2) redact court filings, highlight the need for lawyers to be proactive w

Thu, Jun 27, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:01am PDT

Faculty:

Steve Hughes

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

What do you do when something doesn't go your way at work? What if you could remain calm and find your footing in short order? What if you were more resilient after setbacks? This dynamic program gives you simple-to-use tools to unlock your EQ to be more present and think on your feet in and out of the courtroom. Borrowing from the latest scientific research as well as insights from improv per

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:02am PDT

Faculty:

Becky Howlett, Esq |  Cynthia Sharp, Esq.

Duration:

1 Hour 4 Minutes

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Join attorneys Becky Howlett and Cindy Sharp for this timely webinar as they explore the prevalence of burnout, stress, depression, and anxiety in the legal profession. The landmark 2016 study on lawyer impairment, Patrick R. Krill, JD, LLM, et al, The Prevalence of Substance Use and Other Mental Health Concerns Among American Attorneys, 10 Journal of Addiction Medicine 46...

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:04am PDT

Faculty:

Steve Hughes

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Given the continued reality of remote court, work-from-home, and hybrid firms, online presentations have become a daily necessity for lawyers. However, if you approach a virtual presentation the same way you would an in-person talk, your chances of success may be limited. The good news is that a great online legal presentation is relatively easy to create and deliver if you understand the dynamics...

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 - 12:00pm to 01:02pm PDT

Faculty:

Tom O'Connor, Esq.

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Lawyers need to know about AI because it is changing the entire scope and delivery of legal services. AI in the legal profession is about far more than machine learning and eDiscovery. Just as businesses outside the profession use AI in basic chatbots on web sites, in automated answering and customer service phone portals and for sophisticated data searching and analytics tools...

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 - 10:00am to 10:58am PDT

Faculty:

Philip Bogdanoff, Esq.

Duration:

1:00

Format:

Audio and Video

Short Description:

Female lawyers’ median weekly pay is 26.5% less than male lawyers and the pay gap is larger for partners and only getting worse. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has commented that the gender pay gap is “an embarrassing reality of our economy.” In this presentation we review the history of the gender pay gap and determine if there has been any progress in the last 50 years.