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Fundamentals of Civil Litigation in Federal Court In this timely, and compelling, CLE course Attorney Thomas R. Schuck covers the Fundamentals of Civil Litigation in Federal Court. The program begins with an overview of how to commence an action and case management. Attorney Schuck continues by going over the process of summary judgment, arbitration, and trial. Mr. Schuck concludes the program with a discussion on judgments and appeals. This program is a must listen for anyone who wishes to learn more about the FRCP. Agenda Commencing An Action Case Management and Discovery Summary Judgement Arbitration and Mediation Trial Judgement and Post Judgement Issues Appeal
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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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Oregon 10 Credit Bundle with 5 Ethics, 3 Access to Justice, 1 Child/Elder Abuse, and 1 Mental Health Credits Bundle Courses Include: Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1 Ethics Credit) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1 Ethics Credit) Ethical Issues - Pro Bono Representation: Help the Profession Help Others (1 Ethics Credit) Online Civility and Professionalism for Attorneys (1 Ethics Credit) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1 Ethics Credit) The Impact Of Internet and Sports Betting for Lawyers (1 Mental Health/Substance Abuse Credit) Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession: Both Personally and Professionally (1 Access to Justice Credit) Technology & Bias Spreading It And Stopping It (1 Access to Justice Credit) Immigration Basics: Coming to America and Staying (1 Access to Justice Credit)
Understanding Oregon's Legal Landscape for Child and Elder Abuse (1 Abuse Reporting Credit)
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North Dakota 15 Credit Bundle with 3 Ethics Bundle Courses Include: Bundle Courses: Criminal Mitigation: Pre-Pleas & Pre-Sentencing Strategies (1 General Credit) Borderline Personality Disorder: Pre-Plea & Pre-Sentencing Mitigation Strategies (1.25 General Credits) Is That a Worker or an Employee? Questions & Answers on Worker Classification (1.25 General Credits) No One Makes It Out Unscathed: The Effects of Personal Trauma and Stress On Our Lives (1 Ethics Credit) Intermediate Topics: Title IX (1.5 General Credits) Pre-sentence Investigation (PSI) Critique: Mitigation as Counter Strategy in Child-Pornography Cases (1.25 Credits) Anti Money Laundering for Business Lawyers (1.25 General Credits) Entity Formation 101 (1.25 General Credits) The Art and Science of Hourly Billing (1 Credit) A Lawyer's Guide to Raising Capital (1.25 General Credits) Philosophy of a Business Legal Counselor (1 Credit) Ethics Compliance for Solo Practitioners (1.25 Ethics Credits) Introduction to Non-Profit Law (1.25 General Credits)
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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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Ethics Compliance for Solo Practitioners In this timely and compelling CLE program Attorney, Todd Kulkin, presents Ethics Compliance for Solo Practitioners. Mr. Kulkin starts the program with a discussion on Confidentiality, Conflict Of Interest, and Solicitation & Networking within the ABA model rules. The program continues with an overview of No-Contact Rule, Referral Fees, and Communicating With Unrepresented Persons. Additionally Mr. Kulkin will cover duties to prospective clients. The program concludes with an explanation if a lawyer should take equity. This program is a must for any attorney. AGENDA:
- Confidentiality
- Conflict Of Interest
- Solicitation & Networking
- No-Contact Rule
- Referral Fees
- Communicating With
- Unrepresented Persons Attorney as third-party neutral
- Trust account issues
- Non-law practice activities
- Duties to Prospective Clients
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Oregon 10 Credit Bundle with 5 Ethics, 3 Access to Justice, 1 Child/Elder Abuse, and 1 Mental Health Credits Bundle Courses Include: Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1 Ethics Credit) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1 Ethics Credit) Ethical Issues - Pro Bono Representation: Help the Profession Help Others (1 Ethics Credit) Online Civility and Professionalism for Attorneys (1 Ethics Credit) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1 Ethics Credit) The Impact Of Internet and Sports Betting for Lawyers (1 Mental Health/Substance Abuse Credit) Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession: Both Personally and Professionally (1 Access to Justice Credit) Technology & Bias Spreading It And Stopping It (1 Access to Justice Credit) Immigration Basics: Coming to America and Staying (1 Access to Justice Credit)
Understanding Oregon's Legal Landscape for Child and Elder Abuse (1 Abuse Reporting Credit)
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Louisiana 4 Credit Bundle with Ethics and Professionalism - All Courses Approve by Louisiana Course Includes: Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (2 Credit) Ethical Obligations for Clients with Mental Health Impairments (1 Ethics Credit) When Good Enough Isn't Good Enough - Professionalism in the Legal Profession (1 Professionalism Credit)
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Nevada 13 Credit Silver State Bundle with 2 Ethics and 1 Substance Abuse Bundle Courses Include: Bundle Courses Include: Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 1 (1.5 Credits) Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 2 (1 Credit) Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 3 (1 Credit) Immigration Basics: Coming to America and Staying (1 Credit) Digital Millennium Copyright Act (1 Credit) Shackled to Our Screens: How Technology Has Imprisoned the Legal Profession (1 AAMH Credit) Ethical Issues – Pro Bono Representation: Help the Profession Help Others (1 Ethics Credit) Online Civility and Professionalism for Attorneys (1 Ethics Credit)
Basics of How to Obtain a Patent (2 Credit Hours)
The Fifth Amendment’s Essential Role in Offshore Audits (1.5 Credits) Information Law Firms Collect and Store – What to do in the Event of a Cyber Breach? (1 Credit) -
Vermont 10 Credit Bundle with Ethics Courses Include: Managed Services: The Basics (1.10 Credits) Talc Litigation: A Primer (1.12 Credits) Second Circuit Court of Appeals: Practice and Procedure (1.03 Credits) Criminal Procedure in a Felony Case (1.52 Credits) Macro Cross Border Planning Challenges Related To The LGBT Community (1.0 Credits) Marriage Equality in the Crosshairs: Estate Planning Protections amidst Targeted Discrimination (1.05 Credits) Preparing Clients for Deposition: An Investment in Performance (1.2 Credits) Who’s in Charge? The Ethic of Listening, and Not Listening, to Clients (1.05 Ethics Credits) Ethics of IRS Enforcement (1.07 Ethics Credits)
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New Hampshire 2 Credit Ethics Bundle Courses: Anti Money Laundering for Business Lawyers (1 Credit) Entity Formation 101 (1 Credit) Athlete Agency Law (1.25 Credits) Banking for the Non-Banking Attorney (1.5 Credits) Copyright for Artists (1.5 Credits) How to Cross Examine a Medical Witness (1 Credit) Principles of a Successful Jury Trial (1 Credit) Ethically Keeping Your Clients Trust Even When Things go Wrong (1 Ethics Credit) Preparing Clients for Deposition: An Investment in Performance (1 Credit) Cannabis Law (1 Credit) Ethics of Business Law (1.25 Ethics Credit)
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Ethical and Practical Considerations in Engaging Local Co-Counsel In this timely and compelling CLE program attorney, Theodore H. Cominos, presents Ethical and Practical Considerations of Engaging Local Co-Counsel. Mr. Cominos introduces the program with an overview of the need for local co-counsels. Attorney Cominos continues the program with an in depth explanation of ethical and practical considerations. The program continues with a discussion on due diligence, client consent, and engagement terms. The program concludes with a look at liability considerations and what goes into monitoring the relationship between co-counsels. This program is a must for any attorney who engages with local co-counsel. Agenda: Need for Local / Co Counsel Ethical Considerations Practical Considerations Due Diligence Client Consent Engagement Terms Liability Considerations Monitoring the Relationship
