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Introduction to Family and Employment Immigration Law
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As an attorney, you are in the business of relationships. Whether you are in a big law firm that has to participate in “Beauty Contests” (RFPs) or a solo practitioner, whether you are a new attorney, a mid-level associate or managing partner, people do business with People “they know, like and trust.” The relationships you create will allow you to build the practice you want and networking is still the best way to create those relationships. You will specifically learn: How to define networking in new way Why networking is the best way to become a Rainmaker What skills you can learn networking that will benefit every area of your practice Where to network for the best results How to work a room Fun tips and tricks to use to break the ice How to network if you are an introvert An overview of how use social media for networking purposes The Rules of Professional Conduct you need to know to keep your networking ethical as well as interesting
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Non-Competes: Taking Your Drafting and Enforcement Strategies To the Next Level In this timely and compelling CLE program, attorney, William Nolan discusses issues with regard to non-compete agreements and their impact. Attorney Nolan discusses drafting, enforcement, and strategies of non-competes. He begins the program with an overview of agreements and their purpose. Mr. Nolan then covers, in detail, different state laws and how they drive strategy. He concludes the program by covering common questions and then reviews a sample non-compete agreement. This program is for any attorney who may want to learn more about non-compete agreements Agenda Basic Overview Non-Competes State Law Driving Strategy Strategy Issues Enforceability Common Questions Sample Agreement Overview
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Who’s in Charge? The Ethics of Listening, and Not Listening to Clients In this riveting, timely, and compelling CLE program, attorney, Dan Abrams, discusses an attorney's ethical obligation when it comes to listening to their clients. The program begins with a discussion of who is in charge - the client, the attorney, or somebody else? Attorney Abrams then dives into the applicable ethical rules associated with listening to clients. Mr. Abrams continues the program covering possible ethical implications - when to use your best judgment and when to listen to your client? The program continues with an explanation of proper investigations and the ethical rules associated with investigating and ghostwriting. The course concludes with an overview of a client's possible diminished capacity. This CLE course is a must listen for any attorney who may have a client or hope to have a client in the future. Agenda
- Introduction - Who’s in Charge?
- Lawyer
- Clients
- Someone else?
- Rule 1.2
- When a Lawyer and Client Do not agree
- Rule 11 - Limits to Attorneys Deference
- Rule 3.1
- Reasonable Investigation
- Civility
- Ethics of Ghostwriting
- Diminished Capacity
- Rule 1.6
- Introduction - Who’s in Charge?
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Overcoming Common Barriers in a Social Security Disability Case Join Disability Law expert Scott Daniels in this riveting CLE program on how to best advocate for your client in a Social Security Disability case. Mr. Daniels will explain eligibility issues, lack of medical evidence, and gaps in a claimant’s work history. Finally, the program will highlight some frequent mistakes made by Administrative Law Judges. Daniels will keep you entertained as he teaches plaintiffs' attorneys how to zealously represent their clients at these important hearings. This program is a must watch for any attorney wishing to learn more about Social Security Disability cases. Agenda Applicable Social Security Laws Types of Disability Programs Evaluation Process Federal Disability Process Case Examples
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Fundamentals of Patent Prosecution - 2.0 Credit Hours In this timely, and compelling, CLE program Attorney Tyler Dunham covers Patent Prosecution or alternatively: The Basics of How to Obtain a Patent. Attorney Dunham will take participants, from beginning, to the end of how to obtain a patent. The program begins with information about the USPTO and types of patents. Mr. Dunham will continue the program with an explanation of the application process and the paperwork involved. Mr. Dunham will, also, cover the prosecution process in great detail. The program will conclude with a discussion on international patents and patent enforcement. This program is for anyone who wishes to learn more about patents and the patent process. Agenda General Info About the USPTO What Types of Tech can be Patented? 35 USC 101 What Types of Tech cannot be Patented? Who Can File Patent Applications? Types of Applications Other Miscellaneous Paperwork Usually Filed Patent Searching The Prosecution Process After Allowance International Patenting Patent Enforcement
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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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Trust Owned Life Insurance: The Audit Process In this timely and compelling CLE program, Attorney Kyle Robinson interviews Tom Henske on the Audit Process for a Trust Owned Life Insurance. They discuss who may be a trustee and the responsibilities of trustees and the risks they may face in managing accounts for clients. They continue the program covering the Prudent Investor Act and how it is applies. Next, Mr. Robinson and Mr. Henske review red flags that must be identified in existing policies, and how to deal with them in a legal way. Their final topic discusses the evaluation process and how the audit takes place and the importance of the audit evaluation. This program is must for any attorney who wishes to learn more about life insurance, trust, and the audit process. Agenda
- Trust Owned Life Insurance Overview why important to attorneys
- Trustees Duties
- Uniform Prudent Investor Act
- Common Problems
- Policy Management
- The Audit Process
- Solutions
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Effective Legal Representation In Today's Federal Social Security Disability Arena In this timely and compelling CLE program, attorney, Scott Daniels teaches Federal Social Security Disability Representation Mr. Daniels begins the program with an overview of applicable laws, eligibility, and standard for disability claims. Attorney Daniels then proceeds to cover various types of disability programs. He also discusses the five steps in evaluating a disability claim. Mr. Daniels concludes the program with case examples and an overview of the Federal Disability Claim Process and who bears the burden of proof. This program is a must watch for any attorney who wants to learn more about Federal Disability Claims. Agenda
- Applicable Social Security Laws
- Types of Disability Programs
- Evaluation Process
- Federal Disability Process
- Case Examples
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Law of Corporate Information: New Issues on Old Foundations - Faculty: William Nolan This program reviews some of the key concepts and developments in the broad range of legal issues relating to corporate information, starting with relatively older issues and progressing towards newer issues, with a common theme that is not new – aligning the management of information with business needs is an underlying principle in all of these areas. AGENDA: Protecting Companies Trade Secrets Uniform Trade Secrets Act Monitoring Employee Technology Use Employee Electronic Communication Outside Company Preventing and Responding to Data Breaches - HIPPA and FTC Act Importance of Building an Information Control Culture
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Avoiding the $1.5 Billion Mistake: Article 9 Lessons Learned from the GM Bankruptcy In this compelling and timely CLE program Attorney, Donald Petersen, covers Article 9 implications. Mr. Petersen will discuss the importance of Article 9 and how it works. Mr. Petersen will cover, systemically, his own steps to success with regards to Article 9 issues. This program is a must listen for any attorney wishing to learn more about Article 9 AGENDA: What is Secured Transactions? UCC and Article 9 Introduction Article 9 UCC Article 9 Steps to Success Proceeds Analysis PMSI Disbursing Cash Proceeds
