Ethics in Basic Wills Drafting

A practical one hour seminar discussing the pitfalls that can await lawyers drafting basic wills and other estate planning documents for their clients.

Emerging Legal Issues on Privacy Rights & Drone Use

A look at how the law is adapting to the rapid increase in the use of drones by businesses and hobbyists -- and how privacy protections are adapting as well.

General Credits: 1.25  

Litigator's Toolkit #1: The Art of Negotiation

The first installment in a new series of practical, bite-sized courses on essential and innovative skills for litigators (both Plaintiff and Defense). This segment looks at the art of negotiation.

General Credits: 1  

Litigator's Toolkit #2: More on Negotiation

This second installment in the practical "Litigator's Toolkit" series of courses continues a practical discussion on the art of negotiation for lawyers.

General Credits: 1.25  

Personal Injury Practice, Part 1

The first of four installments on practical pointers for handling personal injury litigation from start to finish -- "from crash to cash!"

Personal Injury Practice, Part 2

The second of four installments on practical pointers for handling personal injury litigation from start to finish -- "from crash to cash!"

Ethics Lessons Inspired by the Music of The Beatles: A New Approach to the Model Rules of Professional Conduct

The online version of our popular Beatles-themed ethics hour. A fun -- but surprisingly practical -- way to earn your ethics credit!

"Ripped from the Headlines:" Lessons in Copyrights & Trademarks from Recent High-Profile Cases

An intensely interesting discussion of recent high-profile cases that illustrate the importance of copyrights & trademarks in everyday law practice.

Fair Debt Collection Practices Act: A Primer

An easy-to-follow discussion of the Do's and Don'ts when you're helping a client collect a past due debt.

Litigator's Toolkit #3: Social Media Evidence

This third installment in the "Litigator's Toolkit" series focuses on the growing importance of social media evidence in civil litigation.

Recent Developments in Federal Law - 2016

Our annual year-in-review update course providing a concise look at some of the most important news in federal law affecting the general practitioner.

Trade Secrets, Patents, and Unfair Competition: Basics for General Practitioners

A fundamental look at the often-perplexing world of patents, trade secrets, and unfair competition law -- taught from the perspective of a non-specialist.

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics for Lawyers: Lessons Inspired by the Peanuts(R) Comic Strips

This course presents a unique approach to the discussion of ethics and professionalism for lawyers.

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Presidential Ethics: Lessons for Lawyers from the White House & Its Past Occupants

An innovative CLE ethics hour: Billy Newman offers a fascinating glimpse into little-known aspects of the lives and careers of many of our former Presidents. From these anecdotes he gleans ethics lessons.

Wills Drafting Lessons from Famous People

Extremely practical advice for general practitioners on avoiding common Wills drafting mistakes, illustrated by the Wills of famous people.

Copyright Law Basics for General Practitioners

Billy Newman's acclaimed introduction to copyright law is finally available online!

General Credits: 1.25  

Prenuptial Agreements: What Famous People Can Teach Us

The divorce court experiences of a half-dozen celebrities provide the lesson plan for general practitioners on the drafting of effective prenuptial agreements.

General Credits: 1.25  

"Ripped from the Headlines:" Lessons in Copyrights & Trademarks from Recent High-Profile Cases

An intensely interesting discussion of recent high-profile cases that illustrate the importance of copyrights & trademarks in everyday law practice.

"Elementary" CLE: Lessons in Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Ethics Inspired by Sherlock Holmes

An innovative 1-hour discussion of Mental Health Awareness and Substance Abuse Issues for Lawyers (and the ethics issues they trigger). Lessons inspired by Sherlock Holmes!

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Pet Law: Evolving Trends for the Famous & Non-Famous (beyond Leona Helmsley)

A surprisingly interesting look at a rapidly emerging area of law - the law governing pets and other animals!

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics for Lawyers: Lessons Inspired by the Peanuts(R) Comic Strips

This course presents a unique approach to the discussion of ethics and professionalism for lawyers.

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Ethics in Basic Wills Drafting

A practical one hour seminar discussing the pitfalls that can await lawyers drafting basic wills and other estate planning documents for their clients.

"Elementary" CLE: Lessons in Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Ethics Inspired by Sherlock Holmes

An innovative 1-hour discussion of Mental Health Awareness and Substance Abuse Issues for Lawyers (and the ethics issues they trigger). Lessons inspired by Sherlock Holmes!

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Presidential Ethics: Lessons for Lawyers from the White House & Its Past Occupants

An innovative CLE ethics hour: Billy Newman offers a fascinating glimpse into little-known aspects of the lives and careers of many of our former Presidents. From these anecdotes he gleans ethics lessons.

Five Trending Topics Every Lawyer Should Know About

A close examination of five trending developments that will likely have a big impact on law and the practice of law.

General Credits: 2  

Recent Headlines in Intellectual Property Law

A sequel to our popular "Ripped from the Headlines" course. This newest installment looks at the valuable lessons to be derived from recent high-profile cases involving copyrights, trademarks, and patents.

General Credits: 1.75  

Litigator's Toolkit #3: Digital Communication Evidence - Getting It & Authenticating It

An updated discussion on obtaining and using social media posts, text messages, emails, and other digital communications in preparation for use at trial.

General Credits: 1.75  

Six Overlooked Ethics Traps to Avoid

A fast-paced look at six commonly overlooked sources of ethics problems in everyday practice.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Contract Drafting Basics, Part 4: Contracts for the Purchase of a Business or Real Estate

Building on the general discussion of contracts in Parts 1 thru 3, this segment looks at the ins & outs of a specific type of contract - those involving the sale of a business or real property.

General Credits: 1.5  

Litigator's Toolkit #8: Direct Examination

The latest installment in our series of practical courses on skills for the courtroom lawyer. In this segment, Billy Newman provides a discussion of the do's & don'ts of effective direct examination.

General Credits: 1.25  

Recent Developments in Federal Law - 2023

Our annual look at new developments in federal case law, statutes, rules, and regulations for late 2022 and early 2023.

General Credits: 1.25  

The Law of Paralegals & Notaries: What Lawyers Need to Know

The role of paralegals in the legal system is rapidly changing. And the law governing paralegals (as well as notaries) is evolving too. This course acquaints lawyers with the essential information.

General Credits: 1.5  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Prenuptial Agreements: What Famous People Can Teach Us

The divorce court experiences of a half-dozen celebrities provide the lesson plan for general practitioners on the drafting of effective prenuptial agreements.

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Recent Developments

An updated look at the uses (and misuses) of generative artificial intelligence in law practice. Ethics credit.

Ethics Credits: 1.75  

Wills Drafting Do's and Don'ts from Famous People

Our newest peek into the Last Wills and estate plans of famous people (including Robin Williams and several former Presidents) provides a lot of practical lessons in Wills drafting for today's practitioner.

General Credits: 1.25  

Great Trials in History, Part 1: The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case and the Trial of Sir Walter Raleigh

A fun -- but practical -- way to earn your CLE hours! Billy Newman looks at centuries of great trials and demonstrates that these historic cases can teach us a lot about good lawyering today.

General Credits: 1.25  

Entertainment Law, Part 3 (Music Industry)

Part 3 of our introductory series on entertainment law. This installment focuses on the basics of representing clients in the music industry.

General Credits: 1  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Entertainment Law, Part 2 (Movies & TV)

Part 2 of our introductory series on entertainment law. This installment focuses on the ins and outs of guiding clients through film and TV projects.

General Credits: 1  

Great Trials in History, Part 2: The Wyatt Earp and Lincoln Assassination Trials

The second installment in this unique & fascinating series of courses that extracts practical examples and lessons for modern-day lawyers by looking at the strategies & tactics used in some of the greatest courtroom events in history!

General Credits: 1.5  

e-Discovery, Part 1: Basic Concepts & Rules (for Taylor Swift...and All Litigants)

An overview of the basics of conducting discovery of electronically-stored evidence, including a brief look at new tools that assist the process. Illustrated with a brief look at Taylor Swift's e-discovery saga.

General Credits: 1  

Pet Law: Evolving Trends for the Famous & Non-Famous (beyond Leona Helmsley)

A surprisingly interesting look at a rapidly emerging area of law - the law governing pets and other animals!

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics for Lawyers: Lessons Inspired by the Peanuts(R) Comic Strips

This course presents a unique approach to the discussion of ethics and professionalism for lawyers.

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Recent Headlines in Intellectual Property Law

A sequel to our popular "Ripped from the Headlines" course. This newest installment looks at the valuable lessons to be derived from recent high-profile cases involving copyrights, trademarks, and patents.

General Credits: 1.75  

Prenuptial Agreements: What Famous People Can Teach Us

The divorce court experiences of a half-dozen celebrities provide the lesson plan for general practitioners on the drafting of effective prenuptial agreements.

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Recent Developments

An updated look at the uses (and misuses) of generative artificial intelligence in law practice. Ethics credit.

Ethics Credits: 1.75  

Five Trending Topics Every Lawyer Should Know About

A close examination of five trending developments that will likely have a big impact on law and the practice of law.

General Credits: 2  

Litigator's Toolkit #3: Digital Communication Evidence - Getting It & Authenticating It

An updated discussion on obtaining and using social media posts, text messages, emails, and other digital communications in preparation for use at trial.

General Credits: 1.75  

The Law of Paralegals & Notaries: What Lawyers Need to Know

The role of paralegals in the legal system is rapidly changing. And the law governing paralegals (as well as notaries) is evolving too. This course acquaints lawyers with the essential information.

General Credits: 1.5  

Litigator's Toolkit #8: Direct Examination

The latest installment in our series of practical courses on skills for the courtroom lawyer. In this segment, Billy Newman provides a discussion of the do's & don'ts of effective direct examination.

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Recent Developments

An updated look at the uses (and misuses) of generative artificial intelligence in law practice. Ethics credit.

Ethics Credits: 1.75  

Prenuptial Agreements: What Famous People Can Teach Us

The divorce court experiences of a half-dozen celebrities provide the lesson plan for general practitioners on the drafting of effective prenuptial agreements.

General Credits: 1.25  

Recent Developments in Federal Law - 2023

Our annual look at new developments in federal case law, statutes, rules, and regulations for late 2022 and early 2023.

General Credits: 1.25  

Contract Drafting Basics, Part 3: e-Contracts & Miscellaneous Provisions

The 3rd installment in our practical series on the nuts & bolts of preparing airtight contracts. This segment focuses on the growing popularity of paperless contracts, as well as considerations in drafting misc. contract provisions.

General Credits: 1  

Contract Drafting Basics, Part 4: Contracts for the Purchase of a Business or Real Estate

Building on the general discussion of contracts in Parts 1 thru 3, this segment looks at the ins & outs of a specific type of contract - those involving the sale of a business or real property.

General Credits: 1.5  

The Law of Paralegals & Notaries: What Lawyers Need to Know

The role of paralegals in the legal system is rapidly changing. And the law governing paralegals (as well as notaries) is evolving too. This course acquaints lawyers with the essential information.

General Credits: 1.5  

Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Recent Developments

An updated look at the uses (and misuses) of generative artificial intelligence in law practice. Ethics credit.

Ethics Credits: 1.75  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

"Storytelling" in the Courtroom: Secrets of Effective Jury Communication

Noted trial attorney Steve Heninger explains and demonstrates effective "storytelling" techniques that can ensure a powerful connection with a jury.

General Credits: 1  

Ephemeral Evidence: The Challenge of Disappearing Communications

A look at the emerging law on how to deal with evidence that, by its nature, disappears soon after its creation (including Snapchat and other disappearing message apps).

General Credits: 1  

Ethics of Diligence & Time Management

The ethics rules and case law on Rule 1.3 of the Model Rules of Professional Conduct.

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Preparing Your Client for Deposition

How to avoid the pitfalls: Nuts & bolts pointers to ensure that your client is prepared for the frightening experience of being deposed.

General Credits: 1.25  

Jury Selection: A Practical Approach

Noted trial attorney Steve Heninger offers practical advice on the art of jury selection.

General Credits: 1  

Ethics for Lawyers: Lessons Inspired by the Peanuts(R) Comic Strips

This course presents a unique approach to the discussion of ethics and professionalism for lawyers.

Ethics Credits: 1.25  

Great Trials in History, Part 1: The Lindbergh Kidnapping Case and the Trial of Sir Walter Raleigh

A fun -- but practical -- way to earn your CLE hours! Billy Newman looks at centuries of great trials and demonstrates that these historic cases can teach us a lot about good lawyering today.

General Credits: 1.25  

Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Recent Developments

An updated look at the uses (and misuses) of generative artificial intelligence in law practice. Ethics credit.

Ethics Credits: 1.75  

Wills Drafting Do's and Don'ts from Famous People

Our newest peek into the Last Wills and estate plans of famous people (including Robin Williams and several former Presidents) provides a lot of practical lessons in Wills drafting for today's practitioner.

General Credits: 1.25  

Prenuptial Agreements: What Famous People Can Teach Us

The divorce court experiences of a half-dozen celebrities provide the lesson plan for general practitioners on the drafting of effective prenuptial agreements.

General Credits: 1.25  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Great Trials in History, Part 2: The Wyatt Earp and Lincoln Assassination Trials

The second installment in this unique & fascinating series of courses that extracts practical examples and lessons for modern-day lawyers by looking at the strategies & tactics used in some of the greatest courtroom events in history!

General Credits: 1.5  

Recent Headlines in Intellectual Property Law

A sequel to our popular "Ripped from the Headlines" course. This newest installment looks at the valuable lessons to be derived from recent high-profile cases involving copyrights, trademarks, and patents.

General Credits: 1.75  

Wills Drafting Do's and Don'ts from Famous People

Our newest peek into the Last Wills and estate plans of famous people (including Robin Williams and several former Presidents) provides a lot of practical lessons in Wills drafting for today's practitioner.

General Credits: 1.25  

Employment Law Essentials for General Practitioners, Part 1

An overview of the major employment discrimination that can result in litigation against business clients.

General Credits: 1.25  

Contract Drafting Basics, Part 1: Boilerplate Provisions

Part 1 of this very practical series of courses offers several pointers for avoiding problems that can arise from overlooking the standard "boilerplate" provisions in a typical contract.

General Credits: 1.25  

Entertainment Law, Part 3 (Music Industry)

Part 3 of our introductory series on entertainment law. This installment focuses on the basics of representing clients in the music industry.

General Credits: 1  

Presidential Problems: Ethically Dealing with Lawyer Stress, Depression, & Addiction

A discussion about dealing with lawyer mental health issues, as viewed through the lens of lawyer ethics.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Six Overlooked Ethics Traps to Avoid

A fast-paced look at six commonly overlooked sources of ethics problems in everyday practice.

Ethics Credits: 1.5  

Recent Headlines in Intellectual Property Law

A sequel to our popular "Ripped from the Headlines" course. This newest installment looks at the valuable lessons to be derived from recent high-profile cases involving copyrights, trademarks, and patents.

General Credits: 1.75