Louisiana CLE Courses
NBI's Louisiana Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) courses make it easy for Louisiana attorneys to complete their entire 12.50 credit hour MCLE requirement, including 1.00 hour of ethics and 1.00 hour of professionalism. Our extensive library includes live, in-person programs to satisfy the 8.5-hour in-person requirement as well as courses tailored for newly admitted Louisiana attorneys. Browse by format, topic, or CLE credit type to find convenient, engaging courses that keep you compliant and up to date.
- North Carolina CLE51
- Alabama CLE54
- Alaska CLE58
- Arizona CLE58
- Arkansas CLE58
- California CLE58
- Colorado CLE57
- Connecticut CLE58
- Delaware CLE57
- Florida CLE57
- Georgia CLE53
- Hawaii CLE57
- Idaho CLE58
- Illinois CLE57
- Indiana CLE57
- Iowa CLE57
- Kansas CLE58
- Kentucky CLE42
- Louisiana CLE58
- Maine CLE58
- Minnesota CLE58
- Mississippi CLE48
- Missouri CLE58
- Montana CLE58
- Nebraska CLE58
- Nevada CLE58
- New Hampshire CLE57
- New Jersey CLE52
- New Mexico CLE58
- New York CLE58
- North Dakota CLE58
- Northern Mariana Islands CLE58
- Ohio CLE54
- Oklahoma CLE58
- Oregon CLE57
- Pennsylvania CLE58
- Rhode Island CLE51
- South Carolina CLE54
- Tennessee CLE58
- Texas CLE54
- Utah CLE54
- Vermont CLE58
- Virginia CLE55
- Washington CLE58
- West Virginia CLE58
- Wisconsin CLE58
- Wyoming CLE52
- Ohio Certified Paralegals101
- California MCLE Paralegal101
- Delaware Certified Paralegal Program101
- Florida Registered Paralegal100
- Indiana Paralegal CLE100
- Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals84
- NFPA100
- New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of102
- North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education95
- Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division101
TaxTax 101 for Estate Planners
You don't need to know how to guide clients through complex IRS audits, but understanding "the rules of the game" in estate planning is essential. Undue tax burdens are one of the biggest nightmares your clients are looking to prevent. This course provides a solid tax basics foundation for your planning efforts. Get a critical overview of intervivos and post-mortem tax rules and planning approaches, basic forms, and tips from experienced practitioners. Steer clear of liability while leveraging tax-planning techniques. Register today! Understand the federal tax system, including exemption amounts and tax rates. Explore income taxation of trusts and estates, including fiduciary income tax principles. Learn planning techniques to minimize tax liability. Steer clear of legal ethics dangers associated with tax in estate planning.
Live Online + OnDemandSep 18, 2:00 PM
Best SellerTrusts, Estates & Probate4.21Probate and Estate Administration Basics
This must-have course provides a comprehensive roadmap through the intricacies of estate administration. Learn to confidently handle initial proceedings, manage assets, and navigate reporting challenges. Gain practical insights from seasoned attorneys to ensure smooth and effective case closure. Register today! Get a practical overview of intestacy laws and administration procedures. Learn how to qualify more estates for small estate administration. Pick up tips for managing the estate and handling creditor claims. Get practical guidance for post-mortem planning and trust administration. Prevent disputes and estate re-opening with detailed discussion of final accounting and disbursements.
Coming Soon! OnDemand recording will be available on September 18, 2025.OnDemand6 hours
Best SellerLitigation & AppealsCivil Motion Practice and Hearings: Attorneys' Complete Playbook
Motion practice can make or break a case - do you have the skills needed to succeed? From recent changes in motion procedures to effective strategies for dispositive and discovery motions, this program equips you with the tools needed to navigate civil motion practice with ease. Learn how to craft winning motions, counter opposing arguments, and prepare for motion hearings with confidence. Plus, you'll hear from the bench about judge expectations in civil motion practice. Don't miss out - register today! Get up to speed on updates to civil motion practice and procedure. Discuss important dispositive motions like motion to dismiss and motion for summary judgement. Explore the correct use of discovery motions like motion to compel and motion to quash. Learn best practices for drafting quality written submissions. Discover preparation strategies for your next motion hearing. Unveil frustration points and tips for success from the bench. Examine the ethical and unethical behaviors within civil motion practice.
Live Online + OnDemandSep 15, 2:00 PM
Trusts, Estates & Probate4.42Estate and Trust Administration: Key Tasks, Forms, Procedures and More
All the planning instruments are put to the real test when the person passes away and their affairs are to be laid to rest. Do you have the knowledge, skills, and resources to ensure the estate and trust administration go off without a hitch? This practical legal guide will take you through the process step-by-step and give you the know-how for managing estate assets, trust distributions, tax reporting, and much more. Register today! Get a first handle on tax deadlines, extensions and required supporting documents. Choose the right form of administration for each case and prepare for its unique demands. Walk through the essential elements of the estate closings. Explore key trust administration tasks and trustee duties and powers. Guard your professional reputation with a legal ethics guide that focuses on trusts and estates practice. Get practical tips for handling creditor demands and managing estate assets.
Recorded June 30, 2025.OnDemand6 hours 1 minute
Personal Injury & Negligence4.63Personal Injury From Start to Finish
Whether you are new to personal injury practice or just looking for a refresher, this course is full of valuable information to help you through your next case. Let our experienced faculty walk you through the procedures of a personal injury case from the initial intake through trial. Gain valuable insight on critical steps, including: damages calculations; examination of insurance coverage; the basics of liens and subrogation and much more! Don't miss this chance to build your skills in personal injury litigation - register today! Discuss effective ways to outline your litigation strategy during the initial meeting with your client. Learn how to evaluate and calculate damages in personal injury. Review ways to obtain insurance information and successfully negotiate with the insurance adjuster. Explore the basics of liens and subrogation in personal injury cases. Analyze which experts are best to consult to substantiate your case. Learn how to prepare for and successfully navigate through a personal injury trial.
Recorded March 12, 2025.OnDemand5 hours 55 minutes
AccountingMini-Accounting School for Attorneys
It is critical for every attorney to develop a working understanding and analytical framework of accounting principles to make better use of experts and prevent inadvertent financial errors. This course will teach you the basics of accounting so you can be knowledgeable when reviewing statements and identifying red flags. Don't put yourself at risk - register today! Gain a foundational understanding of key accounting principles and concepts. Learn to interpret and analyze basic financial statements. Identify potential accounting issues in legal cases and transactions. Learn to speak the language your financial experts understand. Explore legal ethics rules on dealing with financial information and expert witnesses.
Live Online + OnDemandOct 20, 2:00 PM
Best SellerEthics & Specialty CreditsThe Biggest Threats to Attorney-Client Privilege (and How to Keep It Intact)
Are you positive that you're taking all of the necessary precautions to protect attorney-client privilege, or is there a chance you are overlooking significant risks? In this troubleshooting guide, our knowledgeable instructors cover insidious threats to attorney-client privilege and provide you with tips for staying vigilant. Turn ethical insights into action - register today! Gain tips for minimizing privilege risks while working remotely. Discuss the ethical dos and don'ts of safeguarding privilege while using AI. Identify hidden threats to attorney-client privilege resulting from government regs and actions. Find out how to minimize privilege risks in the hustle of everyday practice. This program was designed in conjunction with NBI's esteemed 2023-2025 Content Advisory Committee Member Steven Sorenson. *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 + OnDemandSep 17, 5:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsSpotting and Addressing Confirmation Bias in Law Firms
What triggers confirmation bias? How does confirmation bias affect client evaluation and case strategy? Are there ways you can prevent confirmation bias from affecting your client interactions? In this quick run-through, our expert faculty answer these questions and provide you with a foundational understanding of confirmation bias and its impact on the legal profession. Refine your knowledge - register today! Find out what confirmation bias is and how it manifests. Uncover practical guidance for identifying confirmation bias. Formulate strategies for addressing confirmation bias in client interactions.
Live Online + OnDemandOct 2, 5:00 PM
Trusts, Estates & ProbateAsset Ownership and Transfers: Estate Planning Attorney's Guide
Navigating asset ownership and transfer is at the heart of estate planning, and understanding the key methods can help you protect clients' wealth and ensure it's distributed according to their wishes. This comprehensive guide breaks down the essentials of asset ownership and how to transfer assets during life and after it. Build your core knowledge in trusts and estates law - register today! Gain a clear understanding of how wills, testamentary trusts, and beneficiary designations work. Explore how to determine who inherits property when there is no will. Ensure proper transfer of assets into trusts. Anticipate the tax implications of different asset transfer methods.
Live Online + OnDemandOct 15, 2:00 PM
Bankruptcy, Foreclosure & Collection LawPost-Judgment Collections: The Ultimate Guide
Are you tired of securing victories in court only to see your clients' judgments go unpaid? Do you find yourself struggling to locate elusive debtors or navigate the complex maze of post-judgment enforcement rules? This comprehensive CLE course will empower you with the essential knowledge and practical strategies needed to effectively collect on judgments. This program directly addresses the common frustrations attorneys face, providing clear solutions to turn paper victories into tangible results for your clients. Register today! Uncover hidden assets with proven investigative techniques. Garnish a portion of a debtor's earnings to satisfy the judgment. Explore the procedures for legally taking possession of a debtor's tangible assets. Evaluate the effectiveness and limitations of free online tools for collections.
Live Online + OnDemandNov 7, 3:00 PM
Personal Injury & NegligencePersonal Injury Damages From Start to Finish
Improper calculation of damages will cost you and your clients. This program will strengthen your understanding of economic and non-economic damages, key factors that affect calculations, and how to present and prove compensatory damages. Learn to spot weak claims before they derail your case, leverage expert testimony effectively, and strategically negotiate with insurance companies. Don't leave money on the table - register today! Explore methods for calculating future pain and suffering damages with confidence. Learn how to compute and document both past and future medical expenses. Review the components of a well-crafted demand letter and potential weak spots to look out for. Gain tips for navigating insurance policy limits and negotiating with adjusters. Discuss strategies for leveraging key demonstrative evidence. Sharpen your approach to deposing and cross-examining medical experts.
Live Online + OnDemandOct 10, 3:00 PM
Trusts, Estates & ProbateTrusts in Estate Administration
Administering trust-based estates requires specialized skills and impeccable attention to detail. This essentials course will help you succeed in guiding trustees through their duties and preventing and resolving disputes. Register today! Walk through the key steps of trust administration from grantor's death to fiduciary discharge. Ensure each trust is administered in accordance with trust codes and tax laws. Identify and address conflicts that arise between trustees and beneficiaries. Help trustees minimize the risk of fiduciary duty breach and liability. Explore common client complaints and discover ways of preventing them.
Live Online + OnDemandOct 7, 3:00 PM
Insurance Law4.42Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation: Practical Insights and Forms for Beginners
New to the field or looking to dust off your skills? Join us for an in-depth, practical guide designed to provide you with essential knowledge and actionable tools to excel in insurance coverage and bad faith litigation. This comprehensive program combines expert insights with practical examples and sample forms to ensure you leave with a solid foundation and handy resources. Build your expertise - register today! Master the basics of how to interpret insurance policy language and identify ambiguities. Review insurers' duties, the claims handling process, and what can go wrong. Understand when insurer conduct amounts to bad faith. Reach for a successful and speedy resolution of insurance disputes with demand and negotiation tips. Anticipate common defenses insurers will raise in response to insurance coverage and bad faith claims. Get useful tips and forms for securing the discovery you're entitled to. Determine when and how to effectively use motions, such as the motion to bifurcate coverage and bad faith claims.
Recorded December 13, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Trusts, Estates & Probate4.59Wills vs. Trusts: The Ultimate Guide
Estate planning is a delicate balancing act of finding the right solutions to the clients' unique circumstances and (often conflicting) priorities. This essential wills and trusts guide walks you through the decision-making process and offers practical knowledge for drafting essential estate planning documents. Register today! Recognize when you should use a will and when a trust is a better option. Get the sample documents you need to draft airtight wills. Know when to use revocable vs. irrevocable trusts. Draft personalized trust forms and plan out distributions.
Recorded October 03, 2024.OnDemand5 hours 52 minutes
Litigation & AppealsUltimate ADR Guide for Attorneys
Not every dispute belongs in court - do you have the skills to win outside the courtroom? Explore the avenues of alternative dispute resolution, their benefits, and strategies to handle them with confidence in this ultimate guide. Discover best practices for mediation and arbitration prep, sharpen your negotiation tactics, learn how to successfully break a stalemate, and more. Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to secure favorable settlements for your clients - register today! Gain insights into emerging trends and updates. Discuss the differences between mediation, arbitration, negotiation, and hybrid methods. Explore proper preparation tactics, advocacy techniques, and settlement strategies. Recognize and navigate manipulative negotiation moves and power imbalances. Discover the causes and solutions to negotiation standstills. Consider ethical issues like dealing with unrepresented parties, handling extortion, and avoiding conflicts of interest.
Live Online + OnDemandSep 29, 2:00 PM
Louisiana CLE Courses
Learn More About Louisiana CLE Courses
NBI is a trusted MCLE sponsor offering a comprehensive selection of Louisiana CLE courses for attorneys statewide—from New Orleans and Baton Rouge to Shreveport, Lafayette, and beyond. Our diverse catalog spans core practice areas such as family law, estate planning, and professional responsibility, along with emerging topics like artificial intelligence and social media management. Whether you prefer live in-person seminars, interactive webcasts, or flexible OnDemand programs, NBI delivers expert-led CLE courses designed to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, and fit seamlessly into your schedule.
Louisiana attorneys must meet Louisiana CLE Requirements as set by the Louisiana Supreme Court and the Louisiana State Bar Association (LSBA), including both general credit hours and professionalism credits. NBI’s accredited courses are pre-approved where applicable, ensuring compliance while offering practical, high-quality legal education. Our live and OnDemand formats make it easy to fulfill your annual CLE obligations, earn professionalism credit, and stay current with legal developments—all while enjoying the convenience and trusted accreditation that attorneys have relied on for decades.
You can count on NBI to provide you with the knowledge you need to provide top-notch legal representation. Your clients depend on you. You can depend on NBI.
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