- The early warning signs of impairment and how they relate to gambling disorders. Special attention will be given to the connection between the Coronavirus and it’s impact on social isolation, stress, anxiety, depression and gambling disorders.
- The free services that Lawyers Assistance Programs provide to lawyers, judges, their family members and law students.
- A close look at what barriers exist that prevent lawyers and judges from seeking the help they need will be provided.
- The role that education plays in breaking the stigma and fear associated with addiction and mental illness in the legal profession.
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Gambling Addiction for Lawyers Recent studies have shown that there has been a dramatic increase in impairment due to alcoholism, drug addiction and mental health disorders among members of the legal profession. The statistics are compelling and clearly indicate that 1 out of 3 attorneys will likely have a need for substance use or mental health services at some point in their careers. What about that “other” addiction – Gambling ? In 2018, the United States Supreme Court, in Murphy vs. NCAA, held that sports gambling was legal in all of the United States. By 2020, 22 states had added on-line gambling accessible by cell phone, computer and tablets. With it came the compulsive gambler. This program will explore not only Gambling Disorder, but also the connection between gambling and the more well -known forms of impairment and why lawyers are at higher risk to develop problems. This problem has only been exacerbated by the stress, anxiety and isolation caused by the Coronavirus crisis. The results are startling. Agenda:
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The Burned Out Lawyer- Recognition and Prevention Strategies If there is one word we heard during our journey through the pandemic and continue to hear more than any other term as we navigate into the Post-COVID “new normal” world, it is “burnout.” But what is burnout? What does it look like and feel like? More importantly, what can we do to prevent the normal stress and “lawyer anxiety” so common in our profession from developing into the physically and emotionally draining state known as Burnout? Recent studies have shown that there has been a dramatic increase in impairment due to alcoholism, addiction and mental health disorders among members of the legal profession. The statistics are compelling and clearly indicate that 1 out of 3 attorneys will likely have a need for substance use or mental health services at some point in their careers. Agenda
- The early warning signs of impairment, with special emphasis on stress and burnout.
- Symptoms of stress and burnout that are particularly prevalent among members of the legal profession;
- Discussion will include the basic stress reactions, both physical and psychological; the difference between healthy stress and distress, with emphasis on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The transition from distress to burnout and how we can recognize and identify the sources of stress in our lives before burnout develops.
- Guidelines for a “master plan”, including realistic prevention strategies that work.
- Why lawyers and judges are at especially high risk to develop mental health and substance use disorders.
- The free services that Lawyers Assistance Programs provide to lawyers, judges, their family members and law students.
- The barriers that prevent lawyers and judges from seeking the help they need.
- The role that education plays in breaking the stigma and fear associated with alcoholism, substance use disorders and mental illness in the legal profession.
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Coronavirus and Your Mental Health In this timely and compelling CLE program, Attorney, Brian Quinn presents, “Coronavirus and Your Mental Health: A Lawyer’s Guide to Coping with Isolation, Anxiety, and Fear in Uncertain Times”. Mr. Quinn begins the program with a discussion on mental health statistics and symptoms of depression and stress factors. The program continues with an overview of dealing with solitude, anxiety, and fear. Mr. Quinn then explains ethically challenges and some warning signs. The program concludes with challenges of seeking help and how lawyers can seek help. This program is for all attorneys. Agenda
- Mental Health Statistics
- Symptoms of Depression
- Stress Impact and Factors
- How to Distress
- Solitude and Loneliness
- Dealing with Anxiety
- Dealing with Fear
- Ethically Challenges
- Warning Signs
- Challenges with Seeking Help
- How to Seek Help
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Borderline Personality Disorder: Pre-Plea and Pre-Sentence Criminal Mitigation Strategies
Course Description
In this timely and compelling CLE program, attorney and forensic expert Mark Silver presents “Border Personality Disorder: Pre-Plea and Pre-Sentencing Criminal Mitigation Strategies”. Borderline Personality Disorder is among the most important mental health issues for lawyers. As many as 6% of the population carry the diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder. It’s important for the criminal defense lawyer to be able to recognize borderline personality disorder in clients and know when to refer the case for an evaluation and how to use aspects of this disorder for mitigation purposes. This program is a must for any attorney. Learning Objectives/Agenda:- Recognize the criteria of Borderline Personality Disorder as among the most important mental health diagnoses with criminal defendants
- Identify the challenges and obstacles of defending such clients
- Examine how the criteria of this disorder can serve as a direct defense and/or mitigating factors in the advocacy process
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A Lawyer's Guide to Raising Capital In this timely, and compelling, CLE program attorney, Todd Kulkin, presents “A Lawyer’s Guide to Raising Capital”. The program begins with an overview of business fundraising and the types of capital and sources. The program continues with an introduction to private placements. Mr. Kulkin then provides a discussion of new crowdfunding regulations and valuation considerations. The program concludes with how to create a great pitch deck. This program is for any attorney who needs to raise capital or or has clients who need to raise capital. Agenda:
- Introduction to business fundraising
- Types of capital and sources
- Introduction to Private Placements
- Discussion of new crowdfunding regulations
- Valuation considerations
- Creating a great pitch deck
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In this timely, and compelling, CLE program attorney, Todd Kulkin, presents “Anti Money Laundering for Business Lawyers”. The program begins with an overview of money laundering basics and why attorneys should care about money laundering. The program continues with an in-depth look at statues and regulations. Mr. Kulkin then provides an explanation of shell corporations, special purpose entities, and how to mitigate your risk. The program concludes with an AML transaction checklist discussion. This program is for any attorney who’s in business or has clients in business. Agenda:
- Money Laundering Basics
- Why Care about AML?
- Statutes & Regulations
- Shell Corporations vs Special Purpose Entities
- Know Your Customer (“KYC”) considerations
- Mitigating Your Risk
- AML Transactional Checklist
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Athlete Agency Law: Keeping Athletes & Agents on the Field and Out of Jail In this timely and compelling CLE program Attorney and author, Brian Brunkow, presents “Athlete Agency Law: Keeping Athletes and Agents on the Field and Out of Jail”. Mr. Brunkow begins the program with an introduction of agency regulations and agent selection. The program continues with an explanation of a lawyer’s role with regard to representation of an athlete. Attorney Brunkow also covers how an athlete stays compliant with the regulations. The program then goes into an in depth explanation of the applicable regulations and contract issues. This program is a must for any attorney. Agenda:
- Athlete Agency Regs
- Agent Selection
- Lawyer Role
- Athletic Compliance
- Recruit & Pro
- Agent
- Contracts
- Universe of Regulations
- Federal FTC (SPARTA)
- States (UAAA/NON)
- Universities
- Pros
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Banking for the Non-Banking Attorney In this timely and compelling CLE program, attorney, Kathleen A. Scott presents “Banking for the Non-Banking Attorney”. Attorney Scott starts the program with an introduction to banking regulators and powers. The program continues with an overview of capital requirements and transaction-related issues. Ms. Scott also explains anti-money laundering and economic sanctions. The program concludes with a discussion of other regulatory issues. This program is a must for any attorney. Agenda:
- Principal banking statutes
- Banking regulators
- Basic banking powers
- Capital requirements
- Transaction-related issues
- Anti-money laundering
- Economic sanctions
- Other regulatory issues
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Copyright for Artists In this timely and compelling CLE program, Attorney, Gale Elston presents Copyright for Artists. During this thorough and engaging program Attorney Eltson begins with an overview of intellectual property with regards to artists and the history of copyright. The program continues with a detailed discussion of relevant case law and statutes. Attorney Elston also covers fair use and it’s limitations. The program concludes with an explanation of the Visual Rights Act. This program is a must for any attorney. Agenda:
- Overview areas of Intellectual Property law
- History of Copyright
- Difference between published and unpublished work
- Case Law and Statutes
- Ideas vs. Expression
- Elements of Copyright Ability
- Concept of publication
- Exclusive Rights
- Fair Use
- Transfers, Procedure, Damages
- Visual Artist Rights Act
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Keeping Your Client's Trust Even When Things Go Wrong Ever wonder why clients become so upset and you, their lawyer, are faced with explaining so much to alleviate your client's anxiety as you watch trust slipping away? Take this course and find out what's at the source of the client's reaction (sometimes over-reaction) and learn how to reduce and even eliminate these reactions. Learn easy strategies to reduce/eliminate client grumblings and complaints while at the same time creating strong trusting relationships that withstand litigation battles and heated negotiations.
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Montana 2 Credit Ethics Bundle - Esquire CLE Provider #1333 Legal Ethical Concerns and Case Law In this timely and compelling ethics CLE, attorney, Kyle Robinson presents “Legal Ethical Concerns and Case Law.” Mr. Robinson begins the program with an overview of the ABA model rules and explains lawyer’s character and residency requirements to practice law. Attorney Robinson continues the discussion explaining ethical rules related to lawyer discipline and lawyer client relationships and Professionalism matters. The course, also, covers rules with regards to advertising and attorney fees. The program concludes with an analysis of confidential information, bias, and conflicts of interest. This program is for any attorney who wants to practice law ethically and professionally. Agenda: Residency Requirements Character Requirements Discipline The Attorney’s Oath Lawyer- Client Relationship Advertising and Solicitation Attorney Fees Confidential Information Bias Conflicts of Interest
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Maine 4.25 Credit General Credit Bundle - All Course Approved in Maine Bundle Courses Include: Copyright for Artists (1.5 Credits) Athlete Agency Law(1.33 Credits) Basic Considerations of Assessment of an Oil and Gas Lease (1.5 Credits)
