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  1. Next-Level Family Law: Handling High-Net-Worth Divorces
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    Next-Level Family Law: Handling High-Net-Worth Divorces

    Prenuptial agreements, complex assets, and businesses held up both spouses - high-net-worth divorces present a myriad of challenges not normally encountered in standard divorce cases. Are you confident in your ability to overcome these hurdles? In this essential guide, our expert instructors present tried-and-true strategies for handling the high-net-worth divorce. Refine your knowledge - register today! Demonstrate best practices for finding and categorizing assets. Discuss tips for enforcing - or challenging - prenuptial agreements. Develop strategies for valuing complex assets. Get expert insights into the tax considerations associated with high-net-worth divorces. Implement best practices for calculating child and spousal support. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2024-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.

    Recorded February 20, 2025.
    OnDemand
  2. Savvy Divorce Settlement Strategies for Better Outcomes
    Best SellerFamily Law

    Savvy Divorce Settlement Strategies for Better Outcomes

    Ready to take your divorce settlement negotiation tactics to the next level? Here's how we can help! In this engaging and strategic program, our distinguished faculty reveal tried-and-true divorce settlement strategies. From tips for differentiating marital vs. non-marital property to tactics for handling difficult parties, you don't want to miss this course - register today! Demonstrate best practices for obtaining financial disclosures. Uncover practical guidance for navigating debt and property division. Gain real-world negotiation strategies from our experienced faculty. Discuss the tax implications of divorce settlements. Discover the most common errors attorneys make with settlement agreements.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 15, 2:00 PM
  3. Creative Insights for Resolving Financial Issues in Divorce
    Family Law

    Creative Insights for Resolving Financial Issues in Divorce

    Are you confident in your ability to tackle financial issues in divorce? In this comprehensive program, our expert faculty teach you how to deal with challenges in discovery, how to resolve spousal support issues, and much more. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your skill set - register today! Identify strategies for overcoming challenges in locating hidden assets. Get practical tips for business valuation. Examine best practices for handling thorny issues concerning child support. Uncover practical guidance for implementing the valuation and division of assets located in different states. Hear expert insights on navigating bankruptcy in divorce. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2024-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.

    Recorded March 18, 2025.
    OnDemand
  4. He Said, She Said: Handling Toxic Behavior in Family Law Cases
    Family Law

    He Said, She Said: Handling Toxic Behavior in Family Law Cases

    When it comes divorce, emotions are often running high. However, some divorces can become more contentious and messy than others. Join our experienced faculty as they walk you through and discuss toxic relationship behaviors and how those can affect a family law case. Prepare for the worst to come, and be ready with the knowledge to face those challenges head-on - register today! Identify possible red flags indicating parental alienation and know what next steps to take. Explore how several aspects of domestic abuse can affect your divorce client and their case. Know when a client's mental stability may be taken into question in a court of law. Review how to maintain the child's best interests amidst contentious divorce proceedings. Discover techniques and methods for defending clients against false allegations in divorce cases.

    Recorded January 29, 2025.
    OnDemand
  5. Divorce Litigation Disasters: Common Mistakes to Avoid
    Family Law
    4.83

    Divorce Litigation Disasters: Common Mistakes to Avoid

    Picture this: You're in the middle of your client's divorce trial, and you find out that you missed key evidence that is sure to result in financial consequences and increased stress for your client. Not only did you just lose the trust of your client, but also, your reputation is now on the line. Don't allow an oversight or any other type of error to derail your case. In this program, our expert practitioners reveal effective ways to avoid the top divorce litigation pitfalls. Don't overlook this opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today! Review your client intake forms to improve case efficiency and mitigate risks. Avoid discovery pitfalls that often ensnare attorneys. Understand when it's time to bring in an expert, as well as what type of expert to contact. Overcome common evidentiary hurdles. Find out how to resolve ethical issues in divorce litigation. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.

    Recorded December 04, 2024.
    OnDemand
  6. Cyber Issues in Divorce: Electronic Evidence, Spying, and More
    Family Law
    4.18

    Cyber Issues in Divorce: Electronic Evidence, Spying, and More

    Enhance your skills! In this timely program, our experienced faculty provide you with innovative strategies for troubleshooting cyber issues in divorce cases. Find out how to circumvent hearsay exceptions, determine how to use metadata to your advantage, and explore forensic methods for reviewing phone records. Register today! Get caught up on trending changes to electronic evidence rules. Examine best practices for introducing social media evidence at trial. Gain tips for using smartphone evidence in divorce cases. Uncover solutions for electronic spying and stalking in divorce cases. Demonstrate best practices for tracing and valuing digital assets in divorce. Overcome common challenges associated with collecting and preserving electronic evidence. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2024 Content Advisory Committee Member Erika MacCormac.

    Recorded October 28, 2024.
    OnDemand
  7. Family Law Attorney's Guide to Obtaining Evidence From Electronic Devices
    Family Law

    Family Law Attorney's Guide to Obtaining Evidence From Electronic Devices

    When it comes to obtaining evidence, never underestimate what electronic data can do for you in a family law case. Join our experienced faculty as they guide you through essential procedures and share key insights on how you can obtain and utilize the data that you need to better represent your clients in family court. Get the info that you need - register today! Review the fundamentals of identifying and locating electronically stored information (ESI). Understand the uses and limitations of metadata in family court cases. Know what to do when attempting to access and handle deleted data. Learn how to authenticate electronic data and get it admitted. Get familiarized with different collection tools and procedures when dealing with ESI across multiple digital platforms and devices.

    Recorded November 08, 2024.
    OnDemand
  8. Handling Contested Custody Cases: Key Hurdles
    Family Law

    Handling Contested Custody Cases: Key Hurdles

    In contested custody cases, attorneys must navigate complex legal and emotional terrain to advocate for their clients while abiding by the best interests of the children. In this full-day exploration, our experienced attorney faculty address top areas of contention and explore workable solutions: from alienation and abuse allegations to move-away cases. Learn to support each case with solid evidence the courts are likely to accept and tap into the vast knowledge of experts commonly involved in such cases. Register today! Learn what works in proving "poor" parenting patterns. Obtain school, financial, and law enforcement records in discovery and before. Find ways of protecting parties in domestic violence cases. Explore when and how children's wishes are considered in contested custody. Improve your settlement negotiation tactics with hard-won advice from seasoned practitioners.

    Recorded December 19, 2024.
    OnDemand
  9. Advanced Divorce Law
    Family Law
    4.25

    Advanced Divorce Law

    Take your skills to the next level in this advanced program! Our seasoned faculty will share their real-world experiences and knowledge so you can tackle complicated challenges that arise in everyday divorce practice. Explore intriguing asset classification issues and learn how to navigate financially complex divorces that involve stock, trusts, small businesses, and other problematic assets. Find out how to properly get your emails, social media, audio/video, and other ESI into evidence. Anticipate the potential tax pitfalls and benefits of divorce so you can effectively advise your client. Don't miss this opportunity - register today! Traverse the obstacle course of family court rules to get your electronic evidence authenticated and admitted. Find out how to properly value and distribute stock. Determine how to value and divide ERISA and non-ERISA retirement plans. Explore the tax consequences of spousal support, property transfers/sales, and stock division. Pick up financial tracing strategies for unveiling undisclosed assets. Find out how to become a power user of the child support worksheet.

    Recorded November 11, 2024.
    OnDemand
  10. Resist/Refuse (Alienation) and Abuse Plus Relocation in Divorce Litigation
    Family Law
    4.24

    Resist/Refuse (Alienation) and Abuse Plus Relocation in Divorce Litigation

    Resist and refuse (parental alienation), abuse, and neglect allegations turbocharge the conflict inherent in divorce. This course offers practical tools for cutting through the noise and getting to the truth. Whether you're trying to prove or disprove improper parenting, experienced attorney faculty will help you address the situation more effectively. Topics include obtaining social media evidence, false abuse allegations, ethics in proceedings that involve children, witness examination, and more. Register today! Use the best tools in obtaining evidence, including expert reports, social media, and text messages. Adopt new tactics when arguing for or against relocation. Make the best use of witness examination and custody evaluation reports. Get practical guidance in pursing and defending allegations of alienation.

    Recorded October 23, 2024.
    OnDemand
  11. Family Law Practice Tips 2024
    Family Law
    4.2

    Family Law Practice Tips 2024

    2024 brings a host of new and recurring issues to deal with such as tax matters, e-discovery, and digital assets. Are you equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to effectively serve clients? In this course, join our faculty to examine the most up-to-date methods for collecting electronic evidence in divorce, handling new and complex marital assets, drafting agreements, and much more. Gain critical insight to better understand family law in 2024 and help your clients. Register today! Review current best practices for practicing remotely and utilizing e-contracts and signatures. Gain fresh insights on valuing and dividing complex assets in divorce. Examine key tips on how to resolve contested child custody matters. Determine the best plan of action when collecting electronic evidence in divorce.

    Recorded August 20, 2024.
    OnDemand
  12. Handling the High-Net-Worth Divorce
    Family Law
    4.57

    Handling the High-Net-Worth Divorce

    Divorce can be a stressful experience for most, and it can be made even more difficult when there are seven figures in net liquid assets involved. Join our experienced faculty as they walk you through practical insights and strategies to help you assist your clients in high-net-worth divorce. Get the knowledge you need to succeed - register today! Learn how to track down and identify assets for high-net-worth divorce. Discover how to successfully enforce - or contest - prenuptial agreements. Discuss how complex assets can be valued and divided. Explore key tax considerations that come into play in high-asset cases. Receive techniques for calculating and negotiating spousal support. Understand the top mistakes attorneys make in high-net-worth divorce cases.

    Recorded April 25, 2024.
    OnDemand
  13. Complex Divorce Settlement Strategies
    Family Law
    3.95

    Complex Divorce Settlement Strategies

    Complex divorce settlements require impeccable attention to detail and a strategic mind. This practical guide skips the basics to give you hard-won tactics for financial document analysis, settlement proposal strategies, custody tactics, agreement drafting, and much more. Power up your skills - register today! Strengthen your negotiation openers: hear experienced speakers' approaches to settlement proposals. Explore creative approaches to property and debt division. Review a sample MSA with an eye for common mistakes and pitfalls. Expand on your go-to custody strategies. Stay in compliance with a legal ethics guide tailored to family law practice.

    Recorded November 29, 2023.
    OnDemand
  14. Interstate and International Issues in Family Law: Custody, Support, and Assets
    Family Law
    4.33

    Interstate and International Issues in Family Law: Custody, Support, and Assets

    Join our experienced faculty in this program as they walk you through some of the most pressing family law issues across interstate and international borders. Get the knowledge you need and guide your clients with confidence - register today! Discuss how to handle child custody and visitation issues beyond state and international borders. Understand how to properly calculate support obligations while taking state custody laws in mind. Anticipate how military service affects child custody and support. Know how to handle interstate divorce and property division issues.

    Recorded November 10, 2023.
    OnDemand
  15. Complex Topics in Adoption Law
    Family Law
    4.17

    Complex Topics in Adoption Law

    It's no question that adoption can get complicated for all parties involved. Get familiar with the nuances and complexities of the process and join our experienced faculty as they provide answers and insights on some of the toughest challenges in adoption. Be able to help your clients through this new stage in their lives - register today! Understand current trends and challenges in adoptions that involve the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA). Discuss key issues in international and interstate adoptions in order to ensure a trouble-free process. Know how to handle post-adoption contract agreement disputes and gain a better understanding of how they can be enforced. Learn about necessary adoption-related healthcare transactions and what's covered under HIPAA. Be able to draft a sound surrogacy agreement for clients.

    Recorded November 09, 2023.
    OnDemand

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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