Upcoming Nebraska CLE Courses
Best SellerEthics & Specialty CreditsFostering 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
Ethics & Specialty CreditsRacial and Ethnic Bias in Client Representation
Are you up to speed on emerging trends and case law concerning bias? How does racial and ethnic bias manifest in the legal profession? What can you do to build client trust and ensure you're communicating in a culturally sensitive manner? While the answers to these questions aren't always easy or straightforward, we designed this program to help you explore these topics in a meaningful way. Do not miss this opportunity to enrich your knowledge - register today! Find out how to spot racial and ethnic bias in the legal profession. Examine best practices for ensuring inclusive communication. Discover tips for combatting racial and ethnic bias in legal research. Develop strategies for implementing policies for addressing bias.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 20, 7:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!Diversity, Inclusion, and Elimination of Bias in the Legal Profession: New Rules and Trends
The ABA anti-bias model rule is only one of the recent changes addressing diversity in the legal profession. Take a pulse on recent rulemaking efforts and learn the benefits of creating an inclusive practice. Get practical tips for building a diverse and bias-free culture at your firm. Register today! Explore the changing and expanding definitions of diversity and inclusion. Learn what recent case law and rulemaking efforts mean to your daily practice. Find new ways of applying the anti-bias principles in legal representation and beyond.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 27, 3:00 PM
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 CreditsCivility 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
Ethics & Specialty CreditsNY SpecificNew York Legal Ethics for Newly Admitted Attorneys
Being a fresh New York lawyer is tough. Not only are you expected to learn the ropes and impress your supervisors and higher-ups, but you also need to do so while navigating a minefield of ethics issues. This online seminar will show you how to apply legal ethics principles in real-world practice and avoid common new lawyer mistakes. Don't let slipups in your early years create a blemish that will last on your record forever; get the cautionary guidance you need to steer clear of ethical pitfalls so you can focus on learning the practice of law. Register today! Learn how to avoid getting enmeshed in a tangle of unanticipated conflicts. Discover what you can and should never share with family and friends. Get ethical and practical guidance for protecting confidential and privileged information in today's world.
Live Online + OnDemandJun 12, 1:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsBetween the Bars: The Slippery Slope of Gray Area Drinking
Imagine this: You're at a networking event with other attorneys. It hits happy hour, and after your third drink, you find yourself going off on a tangent about a client. At what point do you go from mingling with your peers to saying or doing something that could damage your reputation? In this condensed course, our experienced faculty examine the implications of gray area drinking (GAD) for legal professionals. Do not miss the opportunity to be a part of this critical conversation - register today! Differentiate between GAD, problematic drinking, and alcohol dependency. Delve into the ethical implications of GAD for attorneys. Formulate strategies for preventing and recovering from alcohol misuse issues.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 12, 7:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsEthical Issues You Can't Ignore When Representing a Client in Decline
When you're representing a client in decline, it's like navigating a corn maze. While every move you make is critical, you can't make each decision by yourself; you need to find a balance between letting your client choose their path while providing guidance that aligns with their best interests. In this fast-paced program, our seasoned faculty present you with best practices for handling ethical issues when representing a client in decline. Whether you just launched your legal career, or you're a veteran in the legal profession, you're sure to find value in this course - register today! Identify critical factors to take into consideration when assessing client capacity. Review the limits of confidentiality when involving family or third parties in decision-making. Uncover practical guidance for balancing client autonomy with advocacy.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 21, 7:00 PM
Best SellerEthics & Specialty CreditsNavigating the Ethical Labyrinth of Internet and Tech Use in the Law Firm
Imagine this: You've shared a draft contract with your client through a secure cloud link. After hearing about a recent data breach at your cloud provider, you begin to worry - did you take the necessary precautions to protect your client's confidential information? The internet and other technology present remarkable opportunities and ethical issues. This course will show you how to embrace modern and future legal practice while ensuring compliance with the rules of professional conduct. From cloud-based services to AI, discover how to safeguard clients' interests and your reputation. Register today! Ensure secure client data storage, file sharing, and document collaboration. Steer clear of ethical pitfalls in internet investigations. Protect confidentiality and attorney-client communications in an online environment. Determine when and how to obtain your client's informed consent to use AI. *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 19, 4:00 PM
Business & Securities LawLegal Ethics: Fee Padding in Complex Contract Negotiations
State bar investigators and bar association attorney fee arbitrators have reported a rise in complaints related to bill padding. This legal ethics briefing will outline questionable practices in the context of contract law and offer ways to prevent and counter them. Protect your legal reputation - register today! Recognize and prevent fee padding practices in contract negotiations. Develop strategies for transparent and ethical billing. Manage professional liability risks. Find the right approaches to resolving fee disputes.
Live Online + OnDemandMay 13, 5:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsWe'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 + OnDemandMay 29, 6:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsEthics: Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, and Other Social Media Use by Attorneys
While social media provides attorneys with a variety of marketing opportunities, it also presents a great deal of legal landmines. This program shows you how to set up and manage various social networking accounts, digs into best practices for responding to breaches, and much more. Enhance your knowledge - register today! Stay informed of critical rules concerning attorney social media use. Examine best practices for ensuring appropriate online conduct. Develop strategies for preventing confidentiality breaches. Uncover practical guidance for ethically navigating social media and collecting evidence in case investigations. *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 + OnDemandJun 26, 3:00 PM
Law Practice ManagementWork Smarter, Not Harder: Hidden Gems for Elevating Satisfaction, Eliminating Time Sucks, and More
Are you sick of drowning in emails and trying to juggle competing deadlines? Here's how we can help! In this practical course, our veteran practitioners spill tips and tricks for banishing productivity killers, time robbers, and energy zappers from your daily practice. Find out how to automate tasks to simplify your workflow, discover the value of integrating AI within the law firm, and form long-term strategies for ongoing improvement. What are you waiting for? Register today! Uncover practical guidance for managing your email inbox. Supercharge your efficiency with tried-and-true time management tips. Formulate strategies for automating tasks and optimizing your workflow. Assess the pros and cons of different tech tools for law firms. Develop strategies for elevating the effectiveness of legal meetings. *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 + OnDemandJun 24, 2:00 PM
Ethics & Specialty CreditsRead 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
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
Upcoming Nebraska CLE Courses
Stay ahead of the curve with NBI's upcoming Nebraska CLE courses, designed to provide you with the most current and relevant legal education. Our comprehensive selection of courses covers a wide range of topics, ensuring that you can find the perfect fit for your practice area and professional development needs. By enrolling in our upcoming courses, you can proactively meet your continuing education requirements while staying informed about the latest legal trends, best practices, and regulatory changes in Nebraska. NBI's experienced faculty and well-crafted course materials make it easy for you to enhance your legal knowledge and skills, ultimately benefiting your clients and your practice in the Cornhusker State.
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