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Two landmark civil rights events occurred in Alabama — the Scottsboro Boys case and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Both of those events have important lessons to teach lawyers about diversity and inclusion in the practice of law. Join the CLE Performer, Stuart Teicher, as he travels to Alabama and delivers a travel-vlog style program

How well do you know that rules that govern transactions with your clients? This course gives a comprehensive overview of issues relating to common scenarios in attorney-client transactions, including all of the factors to consider vividly illustrated through the use of real-world examples. The tripwires are serious with massive consequences, and very easy to trip over, so it's a very practical and useful presentation to make sure you stay within the boundaries.

In this program, Peter Afrasiabi takes on a difficult topic: what standards govern bias by judges and if you believe your judge is biased against you or your client, what can and should you do about it? As you might expect, the answers to these questions involve thorny legal, tactical and ethical issues, and this program gives you the guidance you need should you come face-to-face with a judge whose fairness and impartiality reasonably might be questioned.

Join this program, 'Balancing Duty and Confidentiality: Protecting Privilege and Confidentiality in Child Abuse Cases', where our esteemed speakers will dissect this intricate subject. This session aims to unravel the legal and ethical complexities involved, furnishing participants with effective strategies to uphold confidentiality and privilege in such sensitive scenarios.

Join us to hear Liang Ding, Partner at DeHeng Law Offices, and Keith Klovers, Of Counsel at Wilson Sonsini, as they offer a comprehensive overview of anticipated developments, challenges, and strategies in the domain of antitrust merger enforcement in 2024. These speakers will provide powerful insights on staying ahead in a swiftly evolving business landscape.

Join experienced securities litigation practitioners Michael Lindh (Cornerstone Research) and Angela M. Liu (Dechert LLP), who will dissect and deliberate the paramount challenges and opportunities within securities law. By scrutinizing recent litigation cases, regulatory modifications, and ever-shifting market dynamics, attendees will be equipped with invaluable insights to not just keep pace but thrive within the ever-evolving landscape of securities litigation.

Join James W. Sandy, Member, and Paul J. Lysobey, Associate at McGlinchey Stafford PLLC, as they delve deep into the ever-changing landscape of consumer finance regulations and litigation trends. Speakers will also provide valuable insights into the latest updates and trends shaping the consumer finance industry.

Listen to associate attorneys Audi Syarief and Sarah L. Pongrace of Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP as they present an in-depth discussion of the latest updates on OFAC sanctions regulation and enforcement. The speakers will, among other things, offer insights on best practices for achieving and maintaining compliance in a changing regulatory landscape.

Drawing upon the timeless insights of Aristotle, Cicero and modern practitioners like Bono, Peter Afrasiabi reveals the secrets of persuasion that you can start using today in your practice (and your life) to make you a compelling advocate for the people and the causes you champion.