Wisconsin Law Practice Management CLE Courses

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  1. 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
  2. We're Not Joking: 5 Ethical Errors Real Attorneys Made (and What You Can Learn From Them)
    Best SellerEthics & 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 + OnDemandMay 29, 6:00 PM
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. Between the Bars: The Slippery Slope of Gray Area Drinking
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Between 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
  6. Read It and Weep: Ethical Lessons From Famous Book Attorneys
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    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
  7. Ethical Issues You Can't Ignore When Representing a Client in Decline
    Ethics & Specialty CreditsNew!

    Ethical 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
  8. Legal Ethics: Fee Padding in Complex Contract Negotiations
    Business & Securities Law

    Legal 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
  9. 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
  10. Ethical Hot Spots in Your Daily Practice
    Ethics & Specialty Credits
    4.09

    Ethical 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.
    OnDemand
  11. 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
  12. Ethics in Full Bloom: Essential Refreshers for Attorneys
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    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
  13. Social Media Marketing: Keeping Ethics Front and Center
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Social Media Marketing: Keeping Ethics Front and Center

    In today's legal landscape, it's near impossible to grow your practice without advertising your services online. However, engaging with current and prospective clients in electronic communications introduces a whole new host of risks. Are you doing everything in your power to minimize the ethical hazards of social media and Internet use in legal practice? Join our experienced faculty as they discuss the ethics of social media marketing. Get the knowledge you need to balance effective advertising with ethical compliance - register today! Differentiate between solicitation and ethical social media advertising. Examine best practices for safeguarding attorney-client confidentiality online. Discover the ethical dos and don'ts of “friending” clients and opposing counsel. *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 + OnDemandApr 7, 5:00 PM
  14. May it Please the Court: Professionalism and the Bench
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    May it Please the Court: Professionalism and the Bench

    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 represent the interests of my client with vigor and will seek the most expeditious and least costly solutions to problems, resolving disputes through negotiation whenever possible. - The American Inns of Court Professional Creed Judges witness firsthand the best and worst of attorney professionalism in the courtroom. How does a judge's perception of an attorney's conduct influence rulings? What happens when professionalism breaks down - whether from opposing counsel or even the Bench itself? In this essential program, a panel of judges will offer candid insights into courtroom professionalism, expectations, and strategies for maintaining integrity in adversarial settings. Secure your spot by registering today! Gain a judge's perspective on professionalism and courtroom decorum. Learn how unprofessional conduct can affect your reputation, case strategy, and judicial decisions. Develop strategies for addressing incivility from opposing counsel - or even the Bench - while maintaining ethical obligations.

    Live Online + OnDemandApr 16, 7:00 PM
  15. Breach of Trust: Preserving Confidentiality in the Wake of a Cyberattack
    Ethics & Specialty Credits

    Breach of Trust: Preserving Confidentiality in the Wake of a Cyberattack

    Picture this: You clicked on an email that you thought was from a vendor and entered your login credentials. In reality, it was a phishing attack, and now the hacker has access to your client's information. Not only are you facing regulatory fines, but also, your client's trust in you has completely eroded. Are you prepared to handle this type of fallout? In this practical course, our expert faculty bring you up to speed on evolving cybersecurity laws and reveal best practices for safeguarding client data. Minimize regulatory costs and future risks - register today! Stay informed of the latest cyber threats targeting attorneys. Examine best practices for implementing cybersecurity policies. Identify key steps to take when responding to a confidentiality breach. *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 + OnDemandApr 15, 7:00 PM

Wisconsin Law Practice Management CLE Courses

Optimize your practice with our Wisconsin Law Practice Management CLE Courses. NBI provides courses covering essential aspects of managing a successful legal practice, from client relations to workflow optimization. Learn strategies to improve efficiency and effectiveness in your practice.

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