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  1. Luck o' the Ethical Attorney: Leprechaun-Approved Legal Ethics Tips
    Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits

    Luck 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 17, 6:00 PM
  2. Legal Ethics in Probate
    Trusts

    Legal 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 20, 3:00 PM
  3. Legal Ethics: The Do's and Don'ts of Client Communications
    Best SellerEthics & Specialty Credits

    Legal 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 4, 4:00 PM
  4. Bridging the Gap: Ethical Advocacy and Civility with Pro Se Litigants
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Bridging the Gap: Ethical Advocacy and Civility with Pro Se Litigants

    I will serve as an officer of the court, encouraging respect for the law in all that I do and avoiding abuse or misuse of the law, its procedures, its participants and its processes. - The American Inns of Court Professional Creed I will honor the requirements, the spirit and the intent of the applicable rules or codes of professional conduct for my jurisdiction, and will encourage others to do the same. - The American Inns of Court Professional Creed Interacting with pro-se litigants presents unique ethical and practical challenges for attorneys. Balancing professional obligations while maintaining civility and fairness requires a nuanced approach to advocacy. This course explores the ethical boundaries, real-world difficulties, and best practices when dealing with self-represented individuals. Attendees will gain insights into managing expectations, avoiding ethical pitfalls, and meeting court expectations while maintaining professional integrity. Secure your spot by registering today! Strengthen ethical decision-making to ensure compliance and professionalism in interactions with self-represented parties. Develop effective communication strategies to manage conflicts, reduce misunderstandings, and maintain civility. Meet court expectations confidently while avoiding ethical pitfalls and maintaining fairness.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 19, 7:00 PM
  5. The Lawyer's Duty: Ethical Considerations in Settlement Decisions
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    The Lawyer's Duty: Ethical Considerations in Settlement Decisions

    Settlement decisions can be a hotbed of ethical issues. Personal interests may cloud your judgment or lead to biased advice. Advocacy can cross the line into manipulation. Clients may have regrets and feel ill-informed. Avoid these and other griefs: join our faculty for an exploration of ethical issues and solutions in legal settlements. Provide honest assessments, ensure informed consent, and maintain fairness throughout the process - register today! Avoid misleading assessments that can erode trust and lead clients astray. Ensure clients clearly understand settlement terms, risks, and alternatives. Identify and manage conflicts that may affect the settlement process.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 18, 7:00 PM
  6. Breaking Free: Addressing Compulsive Behavior in Legal Practice
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Breaking Free: Addressing Compulsive Behavior in Legal Practice

    How do compulsive behaviors like impulsive shopping and problem gambling affect a lawyer's career and overall well-being? Join our expert faculty as they explore common compulsive behaviors in the legal profession and reveal real-world solutions for coping with them. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today! Discover how compulsive behavior affects attorneys and their families. Identify the warning signs of compulsive behavior. Develop strategies for coping with compulsive tendencies.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 20, 6:00 PM
  7. Attorney Ethics: Examining Real-Life Scenarios and Tried-and-True Solutions
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Attorney 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandMar 31, 6:00 PM
  8. Managing Client Expectations in Personal Injury Cases
    Personal Injury & Negligence

    Managing 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 14, 3:00 PM
  9. We're Not Joking: 5 Ethical Errors Real Attorneys Made (and What You Can Learn From Them)
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    We're Not Joking: 5 Ethical Errors Real Attorneys Made (and What You Can Learn From Them)

    From the attorney who shows up to the wrong courthouse to the lawyer who accidentally spills coffee down their suit, no one is immune to slipping up every now and then. When an attorney commits an ethical violation, however, the repercussions can be much more severe. In this engaging program, our veteran faculty discuss cautionary tales of unbelievable ethical mistakes real attorneys made and what you can take away from them. Safeguard your law practice from ethical missteps - register today! Gain tips for maintaining your composure in high-pressure situations. Examine the pitfalls and perils of over-billing clients. Identify the dos and don'ts of marketing your practice. Discuss the ethical risks of using email in the practice of law.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 17, 6:00 PM
  10. Legal Ethics 2025: The Latest Lessons, Legal Trends, and Opinions
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Legal 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
  11. Civility and Professionalism: The Heart of the Legal Profession
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Civility and Professionalism: The Heart of the Legal Profession

    In this indispensable program, our veteran practitioners delve into best practices for maintaining professionalism in today's ever-evolving legal landscape. Uncover practical guidance for balancing transparency and diplomacy in attorney-client communications, find the happy medium between firm culture and personal standards of professionalism, and review the professional - and personal - benefits of pro bono representation. Don't let this opportunity slip by to enrich your knowledge - register today! Explore the effects of AI on attorney professionalism. Gain tips for communicating with opposing counsel, the court, and clients. Determine how to maintain professionalism in different firm cultures. Find out how to turn skills into bridges for professional growth. *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 16, 6:00 PM
  12. Fostering Diversity in the Law Firm: An Action Plan for Attorneys
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!

    Fostering Diversity in the Law Firm: An Action Plan for Attorneys

    “A diverse mix of voices leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone.” -Sundar Pichai From enhanced client representation to improved employee engagement, the benefits of diversity in the legal workplace are widespread. Ever wonder what you can do to cultivate inclusion in your firm? In this concise guide, our distinguished faculty break down why your current diversity efforts aren't working, unveil the key to effective sponsorship and mentoring, and dole out tips for implementing a DEI plan tailored for long-term sustainability. Enough waiting - register today! Uncover practical guidance for building an inclusive law firm culture. Identify tactics for recruiting and retaining diverse legal professionals. Formulate strategies for measuring and monitoring DEI progress.

    Live Online + OnDemandMay 5, 7:00 PM
  13. The Ethical Essentials of Joint Representations
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    The 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.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 22, 3:00 PM
  14. Read It and Weep: Ethical Lessons From Famous Book Attorneys
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!

    Read It and Weep: Ethical Lessons From Famous Book Attorneys

    We wouldn't recommend taking a page out of these lawyers' books! In this engaging program, our seasoned faculty discuss the dos and don'ts of legal ethics through the lens of infamous book attorneys. From an analysis of the importance of honesty and impartiality to an examination of the legal issues with failing to report unethical conduct, there's something in here for everyone - register today! Explore the legal issues with failing to disclose conflict of interest. Determine when it is permissible to break attorney-client privilege. Identify the ethical risks of financial mismanagement in legal practice. Discover the ethical ramifications of failing to report misconduct.

    Live Online + OnDemandMay 29, 5:00 PM
  15. Ethics in Full Bloom: Essential Refreshers for Attorneys
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!

    Ethics 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

Louisiana CLE Courses

Learn More About Louisiana CLE Courses

NBI provides a diverse catalog of Louisiana CLE courses across numerous legal practice areas and specialties. To help you get the most out of our courses, NBI offers several different formats to meet your learning needs and fit your schedule. NBI courses are taught by expert instructors with years of experience in their field. Our accreditation experts ensure that each and every Louisiana CLE course is pre-approved where possible and appropriately accredited pursuant to Louisiana CLE Requirements. 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.