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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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Indiana 36 Credit Bundle With 3 Ethics - All Courses Approved in Indiana Courses include: The Federal False Claims Act: Enforcement and Recent Updates (1 Credit) Attorney’s Guide to Online Defamation & Website Removal (1 Credit) NFL Contract Advisors – “So You Want To Be An Agent" (1.8 Credits) Evidence 101 (1.5 Credits) Evidence 102 (1.3 Credits) Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) (1.3 Credits) How the IRS Reconstructs Income in Tax Fraud Cases (1.5 Credits) Taking Off the Gloves: What to Expect in U.S. Tax Court (1.6 Credits) Cross Examination Made Simple (1.5 Credits) Direct Examination: Making the Witness Look Good (1.3 Credits) Dealing with the Disruptive Practitioner in a Legally Compliant Manner (1 Credit) The Anti-Kickback Statute (1 Credit) Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.5 Credits) NCAA: Name, Image, and Likeness (1.3 Credits) Opening Statement as a Story 101 (1 Credit) The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act: How to Achieve Immunity in Your Peer Review Process (1 Credit) Physician Employment Agreements: Problem Areas that can be Landmines (1 Credit) Overview of the Freedom of Information Act (2 Credits) Closing Arguments (1.8 Credits) Opening Statements 102 (1.7 Credits) Technology and Bias: Spreading it and Stopping it (1.3 Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1.3 Ethics Credits) Help for the Helper: Compassion Fatigue on the Lawyer Who Cares (1.1 Ethics Credits) Elimination of Bias Personally and Professionally (1.3 Ethics Credits) Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (1 Credit) Information Law Firms Collect and Store - What to Do in the Event of a Cyber Breach (1.5 Credits) Microsoft Office 365 for Attorneys (1.3 Credits
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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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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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Virginia CLE Bundle – All Courses Approved by the Virginia State Bar Courses Include: Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.5 Credits) Overview of the Freedom of Information Act (2 Credits) Cross Examination Made Simple (1.5 Credits) Direct Examination: Making the Witness Look Good (1 Credit) Order in the Court: Ethical Interaction With Judges (1 Ethics Credit)
The Ethics of Listening to Clients (1 Ethics Credit)
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Colorado 45 Credit Bundle with 7 Ethics Credits - All Courses Approved in Colorado! Bundle Courses Include: NFL Contract Advisors – “So You Want To Be An Agent" (2 Credits) Information Law Firms Collect and Store – What to do in the Event of a Cyber Breach? (2 Credits) Evidence 101 (2 Credits) Evidence 102 (2 Credits) Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) (2 Credits) How the IRS Reconstructs Income in Tax Fraud Cases (2 Credits) Taking Off the Gloves: What to Expect in U.S. Tax Court (2 Credits) Fair Debt Collection Act (1 Credit) Help for the Helper: The Effects of Trauma and Compassion Fatigue on the Lawyer Who Cares (1 Ethics Credit) Attorney Licensure and the Impaired Professional (1 Credit) Shackled to Our Screens: How Technology Has Imprisoned the Legal Profession (1 Credit) Cross Examination Made Simple (2 Credits) Direct Examination: Making the Witness Look Good (1.8 Credits) Dealing with the Disruptive Practitioner in a Legally Compliant Manner (1 Credit) The Anti-Kickback Statute (1 Credit) The Healthcare Quality Improvement Act: How to Achieve Immunity in Your Peer Review Process (1 Credit) Physician Employment Agreements: Problem Areas that can be Landmines (1 Credit) Overview of the Freedom of Information Act (2 Credits) Paying for Referrals: A Danger to the Payor and Recipient's Freedom (1 Credit) Anatomy of a Civil Tax Controversy (1.5) NCAA & Name, Image, Likeness – Updates & Anarchy in America! (1.25 Credits) Opening Statement As a Story 101 - (1 Credit) Opening Statement As a Story 102 - (2 Credits) Closing Arguments (2 Credits) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1 Ethics Credit) Effective and Ethical Use of Experts (1 Ethics Credit) Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession: Both Personally and Professionally (1 EDI Credit) Microsoft Office 365 For Attorneys (1 Credit) Technology & Bias Spreading It And Stopping It (1 EDI Credit) The Impact Of Internet and Sports Betting for Lawyers (1 Ethics Credit) Eating, Sex, and Exercise Disorders for Lawyers (1 Ethics)
Basics of How to Obtain a Patent (2 Credit Hours)
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New York Bundle 24 Credits with 4 Ethics and 1 Elimination of Bias/Diversity, 1 Cyber Security
Bundle Courses:Evidence 101 (2 Credits)
Evidence 102 (1.5 Credits) Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (1 Credit) Opening Statement As a Story (101) (1 Credit) Opening Statements As a Story - 102 (1.5 Credits) Unfair, Deceptive, or Abusive Acts or Practices (UDAAP) (1.5 Credits) Taking Off the Gloves: What to Expect in U.S. Tax Court (1.5 Credits) Cross Examination Made Simple (1.5 Credits) Direct Examination: Making the Witness Look Good (1.5 Credits) NFL Contract Advisors – “So You Want To Be An Agent" (2.00 Credits) Overview of the Freedom of Information Act (2.5 Credits) Gambling, The Secret Addiction The Impact of Internet and Sports Betting (1 Ethics Credits) Cyber Security for Lawyers and Law Firms (1.5 Cyber Security Credit) Off the Clock: Professional Ethics On Personal Time (1 Ethics Credit) Ethics and Professionalism: The Art of Graceful Disagreement (1 Ethics Credit) Leveling the Playing Field: The Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession (1 Diversity and Inclusion Credit) Unauthorized Practice of Law: Ethical Dilemmas and the Rule of Law (1 Ethics Credit) -
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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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
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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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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