- 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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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
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The Art and Science of Hourly Billing In this compelling and timely program, attorney, Colt Dodrill presents “The Art and Science of Attorney Billing.” The program begins with an explanation of why billing is important, the relevant ABA model rules, and fee agreements. Mr. Dodroll continues the program with a narrative explanation and adding value .The program also covers efficiencies and time management principles. The program concludes with client billing guidelines and tips. This program is for any attorney. AGENDA Introduction
- Why billing is Important
- ABA Model Rules
- Fee agreements
- Rejected time entries
- Elements of Time Entry
- Syntax
- Verbs
- Nouns
- Basis
- Kickers
- Block Billing
- Value Triangle
- When to be ambiguous
- When to be specific
- Brevity is the soul of wit
- Pareto Principle (80/20 Rule)
- Rules of Thumb
- Time Management
- Client Billing Guidelines
- Tips
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Texas Bundle: 15 Credits with 3.0 Ethics
All Courses Approved by the State Bar of Texas Minimum Continuing Legal Education.
Esquire CLE’s Provider# 14104
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Texas Bundle: 15 Credits with 3.0 Ethics
All Courses Approved by the State Bar of Texas Minimum Continuing Legal Education.
Esquire CLE’s Provider# 14104
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Texas Bundle: 15 Credits with 3.0 Ethics
All Courses Approved by the State Bar of Texas Minimum Continuing Legal Education.
Esquire CLE’s Provider# 14104
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Tennessee 3 Credit Ethics Bundle – All Courses Approved in Tennessee! Courses Include: Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1.08 Ethics Credits) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1.13 Ethics Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1.15 Ethics Credits)
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Tennessee 15 Credit Bundle with 3 Ethics Courses Include: Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1.08 Ethics Credits) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1.13 Ethics Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1.15 Ethics Credits) Opening Statement As a Story - 101 (1.07 Credits) Opening Statements As a Story - 102 (1.67 Credits) NCAA & Name, Image, Likeness – Updates & Anarchy in America! (1.28 Credits) The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act: How to Achieve Immunity in Your Peer Review Process (1.02 Credits) Information Law Firms Collect and Store – What to do in the Event of a Cyber Breach? (1.3 Credits) Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.52 Credits) The Anti-Kickback Statute (1.02 Credits) The Fifth Amendment’s Essential Role in Offshore Audits (1.5 Credits) The Basics of How to Obtain a Patent (2 Credits)
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Tennessee 15 Credit Bundle with 3 Ethics Courses Include: Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1.08 Ethics Credits) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1.13 Ethics Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1.15 Ethics Credits) Opening Statement As a Story - 101 (1.07 Credits) Opening Statements As a Story - 102 (1.67 Credits) NCAA & Name, Image, Likeness – Updates & Anarchy in America! (1.28 Credits) The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act: How to Achieve Immunity in Your Peer Review Process (1.02 Credits) Information Law Firms Collect and Store – What to do in the Event of a Cyber Breach? (1.3 Credits) Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.52 Credits) The Anti-Kickback Statute (1.02 Credits) The Fifth Amendment’s Essential Role in Offshore Audits (1.5 Credits) The Basics of How to Obtain a Patent (2 Credits)
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Technology & Bias Spreading It And Stopping It The provided materials cover a wide range of topics related to bias and strategies for addressing it. The first piece delves into the definition of bias as an unfair treatment or policy based on prejudice, and its implications in the realms of employment and public services. Another item explores Elimination of Bias Requirement, which encourages lawyers to confront and overcome their own biases in order to combat systemic discrimination. A third piece distinguishes between conscious and unconscious biases, highlighting the prevalence and potential negative impact of the latter. The fourth material focuses on the role of artificial intelligence in either perpetuating or mitigating bias in a variety of domains, including language, hiring, and evaluation. Finally, an additional resource emphasizes the potential for bias to arise when technology is not utilized, particularly in the context of age discrimination. AGENDA: 67 Minutes 5-15 minutes: Overview of the provided materials on bias and combating it 10-25 minutes: The first section, which defines bias as an unfair act or policy stemming from prejudice, which can manifest in employment and public services 25-40 minutes: The second section, which discusses the goal of Elimination of Bias Requirement and aims to get lawyers to recognize and fight against their own internalized biases that may contribute towards systemic discrimination 40-50 minutes: The next section, which distinguishes between conscious and unconscious biases, with the latter being more prevalent and often incompatible with one's conscious values 50-60 minutes: The fourth section, which covers the role of artificial intelligence in perpetuating or preventing bias in various domains, such as language, recruitment, and assessment 60-67 minutes: The fifth section, which highlights the bias that can occur from not using technology, particularly in the case of age discrimination.
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Talc Litigation: Cross-examination of a Lung Cancer Plaintiff