Online CLE Course Catalog

In the latest installment in this popular series, Zach McGee discusses the “new” Rule 8.3 that requires California lawyers for the first time to report misconduct by other lawyers. This program includes a thorough discussion of ABA Model Rule 8.3, upon which California’s Rule 8.3 is based albeit with significant differences, as well as a review of the difficult issues that both California’s Rule 8.3 and ABA Model Rule 8.3 raise for practicing lawyers relating to self-reporting, confidentiality and discipline. Rules covered include: California Rules 1.6, 1.7, 1.15, 8.3 & 8.4; ABA Model Rules 1.6, 1.15, 8.3 & 8.4; and Cal. Business & Professions Code Sec. 6068, 6101, 6234.

Who killed JFK? While he doesn’t answer that question, in the latest installment of “The Curious Lawyer” series, Peter Afrasiabi discusses several legal issues arising from the assassination of President Kennedy including copyright, freedom of speech and the press, government takings, prosecutorial overreach, access to government records, and antitrust.

What is “slavery,” what is “involuntary servitude” and where do courts draw the lines between forced labor, physical coercion and civic duties that sometimes require free labor? The answers lie in part on the meaning of the Thirteenth Amendment. In the latest installment of “The Curious Lawyer” series, Peter Afrasiabi takes a deep dive into this amendment, reminding us what it protects and illustrating its impact on the other constitutional protections we enjoy. Whether you are a budding constitutional scholar or simply looking for interesting facts to share at a cocktail party, this constitutional law series is for you.

Over the years, the number of class action lawsuits has significantly grown in both federal and state courts. As regulatory developments continue to emerge and impact litigation practices, practitioners are confronted with significant challenges. Hence, they must keep themselves abreast of any development in this field of law. Likewise, implementing a sound class action strategy is critical to dodge any litigation pitfall. In this CLE program, securities consulting practitioner Brendan J. Rudolph and leading class action attorney Greg Coleman will provide an overview of the most critical and relevant class action developments. The speakers will also discuss the latest updates and key issues involving data privacy, product liability, and mislabeling and contamination cases.

The rise of data has created a host of opportunities for businesses and organizations across all industries. However, as data has become a company’s most valuable asset, safeguarding it from internal and external threats has also become crucial to business continuity and success. Join distinguished data security and privacy lawyers Paul Lanois and Kenneth Dort as they explore the latest trends, critical security issues, and compliance challenges facing organizations and consumers today. Speakers will also offer best practices in developing and implementing an effective data security strategy.

A non-compete agreement is crucial for protecting a company’s trade secrets and other valuable assets from employees who leave the business. However, some organizations fail to include legitimate restrictions for employees’ conduct even after their employment ended, exposing them to risks. More so, the potential for misappropriation or theft of trade secrets. This underscores the need for businesses and their counsel to be well-versed in drafting sound non-compete agreements and be abreast of emerging developments to be able to structure preventive measures and mitigate potential risks. Listen as a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished experts provide the audience with a comprehensive discussion on utilizing non-compete agreements to ensure trade secret protection. Speakers, among other things, will also offer practical tips and best practices to avoid pitfalls.

In this CLE program, The Knowledge Group presents experienced finance lawyer James M. Sullivan (Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP) and business restructuring and reorganization practitioner Matthew J. Gold (Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen, P.C.) for an insightful discussion of the most significant and relevant issues surrounding cryptocurrencies and chapter 11 bankruptcy. The distinguished speakers will also share actionable tips for minimizing risks amid the rapidly evolving crypto climate.

In this program, a panel of key thought leaders will provide an in-depth discussion of the critical and recurrent issues surrounding trade secret litigation. Speakers will also offer new defense strategies to ensure success in this type of lawsuit.

As the legal environment and market conditions continue to shift, businesses concerned must keep up to date with current and emerging developments to implement proper lease controls and avoid potential risks. Join a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished experts as they provide the audience with an in-depth analysis of the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in lease administration. Speakers will also offer effective strategies to help businesses navigate this evolving regulatory paradigm.