- Faculty:
- Joel Oster, Esq.
- Duration:
- 2 Hours 9 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- From My Cousin Vinny to Lincoln Lawyer, from Atticus Finch to Lt. Kaffee, Hollywood lawyers have a lot to teach us about the Model Rules of Professional Conduct. Using the Hollywood storylines as a starting point, we dissect the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, and then apply them to real-life cases. As they would never disclaim in the movies, “all characters appearing in this class are ...
- Faculty:
- Carole Levitt | Mark Rosch
- Duration:
- 1:00
- Short Description:
- As early as 1996, many state bar associations began issuing formal (or advisory) ethics opinions on the ethical uses of Internet technology. Many of those opinions relating to Web sites and online communications apply the advertising rules that already exist for print advertising. In the late Summer of 2010, the American Bar Association issued its Formal Opinion 10-457 discussing ethical concerns
- Author:
- Daniel J. Siegel, Esq.
- Publication Date:
- Dec 07, 2013
- Short Description:
- Lawyers are already using Android devices to make phone calls, check e-mail, and send text messages. After the addition of several key apps, Android smartphones or tablets can also help run a law practice. From the more than 800,000 apps currently available, Android Apps in One Hour for Lawyers highlights the “best of the best” apps that will allow you to practice law from your mobile
- Faculty:
- Jennifer Ellis, Esq.
- Duration:
- 00:52
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- The Coronavirus pandemic has forced many attorneys to work from home. While some may have been prepared for the shift to working remotely fulltime, others are considering the notion of working outside of their traditional office space for the first time. In this free program, attorney Jennifer Ellis reviews some of the basic office functions attorneys need to replicate...
- Faculty:
- Jeffrey R. Schoenberger, Esq.
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 4 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Legal technology is a double-edged sword; it can cause malpractice, or it can guard against it! Most of the top causes for malpractice and grievance issues are related to organization, communication, and law office management. As such, they are largely preventable. How do you properly communicate confidential information with clients? How do you properly negotiate documents with opposing counsel?
- Faculty:
- Roy Ginsburg
- Duration:
- 1:00
- Short Description:
- The representation of women and minorities in major U.S. law firms, especially at the partnership level, remains abysmally low. The numbers indicate that relative to the overall population (half women; one-third minority) and that of the demographic makeup of law students, women and minorities continue to be under-represented among the partnership ranks at major law firms. According to the latest
- Faculty:
- Cynthia Sharp, Esq. | Becky Howlett, Esq
- Duration:
- 1 Hour
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Join veteran attorney Cindy Sharp and certified contemplative practices teacher and attorney Becky Howlett as they unpack age bias in the legal field—what it is, why it matters, and ways to enhance collaboration across all age levels. Addressing ageism in the legal profession can strengthen cross-generational collaboration, meaning better service for clients and more fulfilling workplaces ...
- Author:
- Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. | John W. Simek
- Publication Date:
- Jan 07, 2016
- Short Description:
- Encryption is now a generally accepted security measure for protecting confidential data – both when stored and transmitted. Data breaches have become a common occurrence, and hackers cannot only get confidential details about a case or deal, but steal your client's information as well. Fortunately, easy-to-use options are available today for encryption.
- Author:
- Dennis Kennedy, Esq. | Alison C. Shields, Esq.
- Publication Date:
- Dec 07, 2013
- Short Description:
- “Many lawyers use Facebook®, the world’s most popular social networking platform, to communicate with friends and family across the globe. But lawyers are missing a major opportunity if they do not consider the business possibilities of their Facebook® accounts. With a few simple steps, lawyers can harness Facebook® to market their services, grow their practices,
- Author:
- Daniel J. Siegel, Esq. | Alison C. Shields, Esq.
- Publication Date:
- Nov 20, 2018
- Short Description:
- Many lawyers work long hours and still do not have enough time to complete all their work--let alone tackle the business aspects of their job, such as marketing, business development, or strategic planning. It’s a common problem and learning how to juggle the work and manage the extras can be overwhelming for the new or seasoned lawyer. How to Do More in Less Time is a valuable res
- Faculty:
- Katy Goshtasbi, Esq.
- Duration:
- 1:02
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Our personal brands make us unique as lawyers. They also create an environment where conflict reigns and diversity is lacking if the personal brand distinctions are not clarified and harnessed well. The result is a happier workforce, collaborative work environment, maximum efficiency and better attorney-client relationships and attorney- attorney relationships. In this interac
- Faculty:
- Carol Schiro Greenwald, PhD
- Duration:
- 59 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Videoconferencing is supposed to be the pandemic equivalent to in-person meetings, from meeting with a client to appearing before a judge. It is equivalent, in the sense that you can still meet or network “in-person,” but the person is encapsulated in a tiny square. It isn’t equivalent when you realize that most participants are sitting at home in the corner of their ...
- Faculty:
- Daniel J. Siegel, Esq.
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 3 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- IOLTA account mismanagement is one of the most common reasons attorneys find themselves in disciplinary hot water. In most cases, the attorney has never been trained how to handle a trust account, or what the best practices are for handling one. In this program, attendees will learn about the relevant Rules of Professional Conduct, and how they can use best practices to account for all client and
- Faculty:
- Carole Levitt | Mark Rosch
- Duration:
- 1:00
- Short Description:
- As law office technology becomes more sophisticated, more and more of the functions of that software is moving off-site...off of the lawyers' own computers and networks, and into the "Cloud." Different states take different positions about how and whether attorneys can and should be using cloud services in their practices. This articles reviews nearly three dozen ethics opinions from multiple jurisdictions to discuss those various positions. California attorneys and paralegals can earn one hour of California Legal Ethics MCLE credit by reading this article and completing the accompanying quiz related to the article and the Ethics Opinions it covers.
- Faculty:
- JoAnn L. Hathaway
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 1 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Selecting legal malpractice insurance can be a daunting undertaking. Due to lack of understanding, lawyers often find themselves without adequate coverage when a claim occurs. This “too little too late” scenario could have been avoided if they had purchased coverage knowing some basic insurance concepts. In addition, many policies provide coverage outside the realm of legal malpractice coverage...
- Author:
- JoAnn L. Hathaway
- Publication Date:
- Jul 14, 2017
- Short Description:
- The need for legal malpractice insurance isn't going away. Unlike some other professions, plaintiffs in legal malpractice actions need only a filing fee and the ability to get their complaint filed; the complaint does not necessarily need to have merit. Having an insurance policy in place to provide and pay for experienced defense counsel and, if need be, an indemnity payment, can provide the
- Author:
- Dennis Kennedy, Esq. | Alison C. Shields, Esq.
- Short Description:
- We work in a world of networks, connections, referrals, and recommendations. Learn to leverage these connections and take your career to the next level with LinkedIn, the premier social networking tool for business. LinkedIn in One Hour will help anyone–from new and advanced users alike–make the most of their online professional networking. Purchase this book from Amazon.
- Faculty:
- Roy Ginsburg
- Duration:
- 0:59
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- The practice of law is based on relationships – with clients, potential clients and referral sources. Personal networking is the best way to create and sustain those relationships. Unfortunately, many lawyers will do anything to avoid networking. The key to successful networking is to find the networking method that matches your personality – the one that makes you feel the most...
- Faculty:
- Roy Ginsburg
- Duration:
- 1:00
- Short Description:
- During the past 3-4 decades, achieving diversity in the legal profession has been the goal of many within, as well as outside, of the profession. If you google the terms “diversity” and “legal profession,” there are over a million and half results. Many of them describe the efforts of the American Bar Association (ABA), numerous state and local bar associations, law firms,
- Author:
- Paul J. Unger, Esq.
- Publication Date:
- May 07, 2014
- Short Description:
- The difference between a successful presentation and an unsuccessful one can often be traced to a presenter’s use–or misuse–of PowerPoint®. PowerPoint® in One Hour for Lawyers offers practical advice for creating effective presentations quickly and easily. PowerPoint® expert and attorney Paul Unger will help you avoid mishaps and develop a compelling presentation usin
- 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...
Thu, Apr 24, 2025 - 10:00am to 10:57am 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...
- Faculty:
- Danielle DavisRoe
- Duration:
- 1 Hour 4 Minutes
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- The market is saturated with task management tools. In this webinar, explore the best free and inexpensive task management tools available today and learn how to take control of your day. When the tasks are organized and the task list is complete, you will be able to focus on the work at hand, sleep better, and find time for yourself.
- Author:
- Sharon D. Nelson, Esq. | John W. Simek
- Publication Date:
- Jul 02, 2019
- Short Description:
- The popular annual guide to legal technology is back with its 2019 edition. The Solo and Small Firm Legal Technology Guide is the only book of its kind that helps solo and small firm lawyers find the best value for their dollars in legal tech. In clear, understandable language, that authors give a vendor-neutral overview of and recommendations for computers, servers, networking equipment, legal software, printers, security products, smartphones, tablets, and more.
- Faculty:
- Becky Howlett, Esq | Cynthia Sharp, Esq.
- Duration:
- 1:00
- Format:
- Audio and Video
- Short Description:
- Join attorneys Cynthia Sharp and Rebecca Howlett in this practical and insightful CLE exploring how ChatGPT can transform legal practice. The course covers this Generative AI tool's capabilities, practical applications like document analysis and legal research, and how it can enhance attorney productivity. Learn how to mindfully use AI to streamline workflows and promote attorney ...
Thu, May 15, 2025 - 10:00am to 10:59am PDT
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