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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 24 Credit Bundle with 3 Ethics Bundle Courses Include: Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (2 Credits) Civil Settlement Techniques (1.5 Credits)
Be It Resolved - Striving for a (Realistic) Work/Life Balance (1 Ethics Credit)
When Good Enough Isn't Good Enough - Perfectionism in the Legal Profession (Ethics Credit)
Ethical Obligations for Clients with Mental Health Impairments (Ethics Credit)Navigating Stormy Parenting Plans - Process Over Chaos (1 Credit)
Estates for Personal Injury Litigators (1 Credit)
Virtual Isolation: Is Hyperconnectivity Helping or Harming the Legal Professional? (1 Attorney Conduct Credit) Welcome to the NFL, Rook! Lawyers Wrangling Elites & Egos (1.5 Credits) Lemon Law (1 Credit) Malpractice Actions: Elements and Defenses (1.5 Credits) Everything You Want to Know About Distressed Lawyers (1 Credit) Don't Give Up 5 Minutes Before the Miracle (1 Credit) Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 1 (1.5 Credits) Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 2 (1.25 Credits) Story Telling in the Courtroom Part 3 (1 Credit) Digital Millennium Copyright Act (1 Credit) The Fifth Amendment’s Essential Role in Offshore Audits (1.5 Credits)Basics of How to Obtain a Patent (2 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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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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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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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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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: 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) -
Illinois 30 Credit Bundle with Ethics – All Courses Approved in Illinois Esquire CLE's Illinois Provider Number: ESQ0002 Bundle Courses Include: Dealing with the Disruptive Practitioner in a Legally Compliant Manner (1 Credit) The Anti-Kickback Statute (1 Credit) Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) (1.25 Credits) Off the Clock: Professional Ethics On Personal Time (1 Ethics Credit) Ethics and Professionalism: The Art of Graceful Disagreement (1 Ethics Credit) A Lawyer’s Guide to Ethics and Ethical Networking in a Virtual World (2 Ethics Credits) Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession: Both Personally and Professionally (1 Diversity and Inclusion Credit) Attorney Licensure and the Impaired Professional (1 Substance Abuse Credit) Effective and Ethical Use of Expert Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.5 Credits) Closing Arguments (1.75 Credits) Cross Examination Made Simple (1.5 Credit) Direct Examination: Making the Witness Look Good (1.25 Credits) Evidence 101 (1.5 Credits) Evidence 102 (1.25 Credits) Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (1 Credit) Information Law Firms Collect and Store – What to do in the Event of a Cyber Breach? (1.25 Credits) How the IRS Reconstructs Income in Tax Fraud Cases (1.5 Credit) NCAA & Name, Image, Likeness – Updates & Anarchy in America! (1.25 Credits) Online Civility and Professionalism for Attorneys (1 Ethics Professional Responsibility Credit) Opening Statement As a Story - 101 (1 Credit) Opening Statements As a Story - 102 (1.5 Credit) Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1 Ethics Professional Responsibility Credit) Overview of the Freedom of Information Act (2 Credits) Paying for Referrals: A Danger to the Payor and Recipient's Freedom (1.25 Credits) Taking Off the Gloves: What to Expect in U.S. Tax Court (1.5 Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1 Ethics Professional Responsibility Credit )
