Illinois Professional Responsibility CLE Courses
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- Veterans Affairs CLE1
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- Wisconsin CLE473
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- California MCLE Paralegal15
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- NFPA15
- New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of15
- North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education21
- Ohio Certified Paralegals16
- Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division15
- AICP1
- Arizona CPE for Accountants33
- CPE for Accountants/NASBA33
- Florida Continuing Mediation Education3
- HRCI6
- Kansas Continuing Mediation Education3
- New Jersey Continuing Mediation Education1
- New York CPE for Accountants33
- SHRM CP/SCP13
- Tennessee Continuing Mediation Education3
- Washington CPE for Accountants33
- Wisconsin CPE for Accountants33
Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits4.51Legal Ethics: The Do's and Don'ts of Client Communications
How often do you need to make contact with your clients? What should you do if your client lies to you or misrepresents key case facts? Is it appropriate to accept a friend request from a client, or is that crossing an ethical line? In this practical program, our faculty will guide you through the dos and don'ts of client communications. Build your knowledge - register today! Uncover practical guidance for clearly communicating the beginning - and the end - of the attorney-client relationship. Come away with strategies for overcoming common communication issues. Examine best practices for communicating with clients with disabilities. Review essential guidelines for communicating with clients via social media.
Recorded April 04, 2025.OnDemand2 hours 52 minutes
Best SellerEthics & Specialty CreditsLegal Ethics 2025: The Latest Lessons, Legal Trends, and Opinions
How does your knowledge of the latest ethics opinions stack up? What are the top ethical violations attorneys are making right now, and what can you learn from them? Are you using AI in a way that could enhance your efficiency - or are you exposing yourself to liability? In this specialized program on recent updates, our seasoned practitioners address all these questions and reveal tips for navigating evolving ethical issues in your practice. Don't miss this opportunity to boost your knowledge - register today! Demonstrate best practices for maintaining ethical attorney-client relationships. Uncover practical guidance for staying ethical in the digital era. Identify current litigation ethics issues facing attorneys. Discover lessons learned from recent attorney disciplinary cases. *Any mention of specific products in this program is intended as part of a general overview and does not constitute NBI's endorsement or recommendation of any specific product or provider. This program is not sponsored by any technology or electronics provider.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 8, 5:00 PM
Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits4.44Luck o' the Ethical Attorney: Leprechaun-Approved Legal Ethics Tips
Looking to get some ethics credit and celebrate St. Patrick's Day? Lucky for you, NBI has you covered! Join our distinguished faculty for an engaging course filled with essential guidelines for staying ethical in everyday practice. Formulate strategies for resolving conflicts, uncover practical guidance for ensuring clear and efficient legal communication, and get ready for a wee bit of fun. Your lucky charm awaits - register today! Don't get your knickers in a twist - hear tips for identifying conflicts. Follow the rainbow to a pot of confidentiality do's and don'ts. Sham-rock your legal practice with guidelines for ethical communication. Examine best practices for keeping accurate count of the gold and managing client funds.
Recorded March 17, 2025.OnDemand2 hours 1 minute
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.562025 Ethical Survival Guide
From data breaches in the law firm to overlooked conflicts of interest, several ethical emergencies pop up in legal practice on a regular basis. In this engaging program, our experienced faculty delve into can't-miss ethics opinions from the past year, recent developments in legal tech, and legal hazards and common attorney mistakes made in 2024. Equip yourself with the tools you need to handle whatever obstacle gets thrown your way in 2025 - register today! Stay informed of emerging ethics opinions and rules. Develop strategies for handling common ethical dilemmas facing lawyers today. Discover the top mistakes made by attorneys in 2024. Get up to speed on new tech tools in the legal profession. Uncover practical guidance for preventing and responding to complaints.
Recorded February 10, 2025.OnDemand3 hours
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.3820 Ethical Do's and Don'ts for Every Attorney
While most attorneys strive for professionalism throughout their practice, it can be difficult to find clear answers when stepping into one of the many grey areas that exist under the model rules today. This program walks attendees through 20 opaque, slippery, or otherwise perplexing ethical predicaments that can stump any lawyer. From billing practices to puffery, explore a wide array of common issues in a format designed to be engaging and practical for all - register today! Learn how to avoid unintentional clients and common engagement and fee agreement traps. Delve into risks presented by migrating attorneys, permissible conflicts, and waivers. Identify and overcome present-day ethics and technology challenges. Explore billing and trust fund issues that can land you in hot water. Get practical strategies for handling disputes over case strategy and withdrawing from representation.
Recorded December 31, 2024.OnDemand2 hours 57 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.09Ethical Hot Spots in Your Daily Practice
Whether you are new to the legal profession, or you want to brush up on the basics, this course is for you! Join our distinguished practitioners as they share their hard-won wisdom for averting and dealing with legal ethics hot spots. Examine best practices for terminating client relationships, explore the risks of giving legal advice to family and friends, and much more. Register today! Review key ethical considerations of quitting when you cannot stand your client. Find out the ethical dos and don'ts of presenting seminars on legal issues outside of the legal community. Determine the difference between competency and “friendly advice.” Come away with tips and tricks for resolving unexpected ethical issues in everyday practice. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Steven Sorenson.
Recorded November 20, 2024.OnDemand3 hours 55 minutes
Ethics & Specialty CreditsEthics in Full Bloom: Essential Refreshers for Attorneys
Spring-clean your legal practice with fresh perspectives on foundational ethics! In this spring-inspired course, our seasoned faculty dole out ethical tips for maintaining healthy work-life boundaries, tending to your firm's financial problems with integrity, and staying ahead of evolving laws. Start the season off right - register today! Get a bouquet of tips for tackling perennial problems in your practice. Gain fresh insights into managing conflicts of interest. Grow your understanding of the ethical risks posed by emerging technologies. Revitalize your practice by letting go of clients who drain your time. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Steven Sorenson.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 28, 5:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.58Legal Ethics: Managing Client Expectations in Litigation
Poor communication and unrealistic or misaligned expectations are quick ways to generate client dissatisfaction, complaints, or even malpractice lawsuits. This program will show you how to get clients on the same page with you from the start until the end of litigation. Fulfill your ethical responsibilities, avoid misunderstandings, and build trust with your clients - register today! Get practical tips for identifying unrealistic expectations at an early stage. Learn to craft clear engagement letters that set the stage for the attorney-client relationship. Educate clients in order to manage their expectations and help them make informed decisions. Hear when and how to keep clients informed as the case progresses. Receive real-world guidance for delivering bad news and handling difficult conversations with clients.
Recorded June 03, 2024.OnDemand2 hours 53 minutes
Ethics & Specialty Credits4.49Legal Ethics 2024: What You Need to Know NOW
What are some ways to minimize complaints regarding client communication? How should attorneys handle online criticism? Are you up to date on the latest conflicts of interest issues? From up-to-the-minute guidance for ensuring attorney-client confidentiality to current developments in social media ethics, this program provides you with essential guidelines for staying compliant and minimizing malpractice risks. Build your knowledge - register today! Keep abreast of new ethics opinions affecting your practice. Get up to speed on the latest ethics developments concerning technology. Hear best practices for fee agreements in 2024. Gain tips for detecting and handling conflicts of interest.
Recorded May 15, 2024.OnDemand2 hours 57 minutes
Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!Top 4 Hidden Dangers in Client Communications
Imagine this: You're in the process of sending an email to your client regarding their case. You have a trial tomorrow, so you rush as you finish typing up your thoughts. You quickly enter the client's name is the recipient field, you hit send, and you're out the door. It's not until later that day that you check your email again... only to find out you accidentally sent the email intended for your client to opposing counsel with the same first name. One minor mishap can have devastating consequences. That's where this troubleshooting course comes in. Join our expert instructors as they break down the top four hidden dangers in client communications and best practices for preventing them. Don't get caught in a legal snare - register today! Discover the pitfalls and perils of breaches of confidentiality and privilege. Examine best practices for clearly communicating client expectations. Steer clear of social media and electronic communication landmines. Find out how to spot implicit admissions in client communications.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 25, 6:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsReal-World Tips for Ethically Representing Lawyers in Disciplinary Proceedings
When it comes to lawyer disciplinary cases, it's not just your reputation on the line; your client's career is at risk, too. Do you have the expertise needed to handle these proceedings effectively? In this comprehensive program, our veteran practitioners provide you with best practices for ethically defending attorneys in discipline hearings. Gain the knowledge you need to manage these high-stakes situations with confidence - register today! Determine whether you can provide legal representation while staying impartial. Discuss the importance of getting the full story behind an ethics complaint. Develop ethical defense strategies and determine alternative disciplinary actions. Uphold integrity and professional standards when representing attorneys in discipline cases. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Steven Sorenson.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 23, 6:00 PM
Best SellerTrusts4.63Legal Ethics in Probate
Legal ethics duties and dilemmas in probate practice are unique and require a special set of skills to ensure compliance. This specialized ethics guide breaks down key ethical challenges probate practitioners are likely to face in their daily work and offers best practices for meeting the highest standards of the profession. Don't let your daily routine slide into noncompliance - register today! Determine what ethical duties to the decedent remain and how to fulfill them. Avoid simple mistakes that can cost you your law license. Learn from the mistakes of others - analyze recent discipline decisions stemming from probate cases. Face scope of representation challenges head-on. Uncover conflicts of interest that often go undetected and learn how to resolve them. Keep up with what duties of competence and diligence mean in real-life probate practice.
Recorded March 20, 2025.OnDemand 58 minutes
Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits4.58Attorney Ethics: Examining Real-Life Scenarios and Tried-and-True Solutions
In this incisive program, our experienced faculty provide you with the tools you need to resolve ethical dilemmas that attorneys encounter in everyday practice. Examine the consequences of confidentiality breaches, follow essential guidelines for dealing with conflicts of interest, and take a pulse on current trends in legal ethics. Get the basics down - register today! Get tips for solving client communication issues. Formulate strategies for addressing conflicts of interest. Get advice for handling ethical issues concerning social media. Identify lessons learned from the latest disciplinary rulings.
Recorded March 31, 2025.OnDemand1 hour 55 minutes
Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits4.58The Ethical Essentials of Joint Representations
In this incisive program, our veteran faculty dish out real-world tips for overcoming ethical challenges in joint representations. Uncover practical guidance for identifying conflicts of interest in joint representations, employ best practices for drafting waivers, and delve into the ethical dos and don'ts of negotiating on behalf of multiple clients. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today! Determine when it makes sense to proceed with a joint representation. Formulate strategies for addressing attorney-client privilege and confidentiality issues. Examine best practices for handling client disputes in joint representations.
Coming Soon! OnDemand recording will be available on May 06, 2025.OnDemand1 hour 1 minute
Personal Injury & Negligence4.69Managing Client Expectations in Personal Injury Cases
A potential client walks into your office, inspired by sensational headlines about multimillion-dollar verdicts in personal injury cases, expecting similar results for their own claim. While you think they have a case, their figure is off by a few zeros. How do you bag the case and rein in their expectations? In this legal ethics course, you'll explore how your duties apply to managing client expectations and get valuable insights to prevent client misunderstandings and grievances down the road. Give your clients the representation they deserve - grounded in reality, informed by expertise, and guided by ethical practice. Register today! Learn how your legal ethics obligations apply to setting and managing client expectations. Anticipate and dispel common misconceptions clients have about personal injury cases. Develop skills for addressing disappointment when outcomes don't align with expectations.
Recorded April 14, 2025.OnDemand 58 minutes
Illinois Professional Responsibility CLE Courses
Uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and competence with NBI's Illinois professional responsibility CLE courses. Our comprehensive selection of courses covers a wide range of essential topics, including client confidentiality, conflicts of interest, trust account management, and more, all tailored to the specific requirements of Illinois' legal ethics rules. By participating in our professional responsibility courses, you can ensure that you are meeting your mandatory requirements while also reinforcing your commitment to ethical and competent practice in Illinois. NBI's experienced faculty provides engaging and thought-provoking content, helping you navigate complex ethical dilemmas and maintain the highest standards of professionalism in your legal career.
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