Ethics & Specialty Credits

4.75

May it Please the Court: Professionalism and the Bench

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1 Total
California CLE Approved 1 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 1 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1 Total
Florida CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 1 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 1 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1 Total
New York CLE Approved 1 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 1 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.2 Total
OnDemand
59 minutes
Karen Crawford
Patricia Hollenbeck
Carree Nahama
With Hon. Karen S. Crawford from U.S. District Court of the Southern District of California + 2 others
Recorded April 16, 2025.
Product ID 100684

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Overview

Judicial Insights on Courtroom Professionalism & Ethics

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 - register 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.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Professionalism in Practice: Understanding the Rules That Shape Your Conduct
  2. Judicial Perspectives on Professionalism: What Judges Expect from Attorneys
  3. Navigating Unprofessional Conduct: Strategies for Attorneys in Difficult Courtroom Situations

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Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1 Total
California CLE Approved 1 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 1 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1 Total
Florida CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Iowa CLE Approved 1 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Louisiana CLE Approved 1 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.2 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1 Total
New York CLE Approved 1 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 1 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.2 Total

Credit Details by Jurisdiction

CLE Credits
Alaska CLE Reciprocity · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 MECLE Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Alaska CLE - 1: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of credit, which includes 0.0 hours of MCLE credit and 1.0 hour of MECLE credit.

Video Download - Alaska CLE - 1: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of credit, which includes 0.0 hours of MCLE credit and 1.0 hour of MECLE credit.

Arizona CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Arizona CLE - 1: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility.

Video Download - Arizona CLE - 1: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility.

California CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Civility

Earn Until

OnDemand - California CLE - 1: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 1.0 hours of participatory credit, of which 0.0 hour will apply to legal ethics and 1.0 hour will apply to Civility credit. NBI, Inc. certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education. NBI, Inc. is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider - #53.

Video Download - California CLE - 1: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study credit, of which 0.0 hour will apply to legal ethics and 1.0 hour will apply to Civility credit. NBI, Inc. certifies this activity conforms to the standards for approved education activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education. NBI, Inc. is a State Bar of California approved MCLE provider - #53.

Colorado CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Colorado CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 1.0 professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Colorado CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 1.0 professional responsibility credit.

Connecticut CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Connecticut CLE - 1: Neither the Connecticut Judicial Branch nor the Commission on Minimum Continuing Legal Education approve or accredit CLE providers or activities. It is the opinion of NBI, Inc. that this activity qualifies for 1.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 1.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.

Video Download - Connecticut CLE - 1: Neither the Connecticut Judicial Branch nor the Commission on Minimum Continuing Legal Education approve or accredit CLE providers or activities. It is the opinion of NBI, Inc. that this activity qualifies for 1.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 1.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.

Delaware CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Delaware CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor of the Delaware Commission on Continuing Legal Education and recommends this program for 1.0 hours of eCLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics.

Florida CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Florida CLE - 1: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 1.0 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 1.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs).

Video Download - Florida CLE - 1: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 1.0 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 1.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs).

Hawaii CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Hawaii CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 1.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 1.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.

Video Download - Hawaii CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 1.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 1.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.

Iowa CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Legal Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Iowa CLE - 1: "May it Please the Court: Professionalism and the Bench" is an accredited program under the regulations of the Iowa Supreme Court Commission on Continuing Legal Education. It is planned that this program will provide a maximum of 1.0 hours of unmoderated activity credit toward the mandatory continuing legal education requirements under the Iowa rule, including 1.0 hour of legal ethics unmoderated activity credit.

Idaho CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Legal Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Idaho CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 1.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Idaho CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 1.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.

Illinois CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Illinois CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 1.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 1.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

Video Download - Illinois CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 1.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 1.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

Louisiana CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Louisiana CLE - 1: This course or a portion thereof has been approved by the Louisiana Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Committee of the Louisiana State Bar Association. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours (based on a 60-minute credit hour) of computer based credit, of which 0.0 hour will apply to computer based ethics credit and 1.0 will apply to professionalism. This course will apply toward the fulfillment of the newly admitted member requirement.

Maine CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Maine CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit

Video Download - Maine CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit

Minnesota CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Minnesota CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.

Video Download - Minnesota CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.

Missouri CLE Approved · 1.2 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Missouri CLE - 1.2: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.20 self-study CLE credit hours.

Video Download - Missouri CLE - 1.2: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.20 self-study CLE credit hours.

Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Video Download - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Montana CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Fitness and Integrity

Earn Until

OnDemand - Montana CLE - 1: This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.

Video Download - Montana CLE - 1: This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 1.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.

North Dakota CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - North Dakota CLE - 1: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 1.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, or 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.

Video Download - North Dakota CLE - 1: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 1.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, or 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.

Nebraska CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Nebraska CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 1.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Nebraska CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 1.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 1.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.

New Hampshire CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Hampshire CLE - 1: NHMCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. NBI, Inc. believes this course meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 toward the annual NHMCLE requirement.

Video Download - New Hampshire CLE - 1: NHMCLE does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the NH Minimum CLE requirement. NBI, Inc. believes this course meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53 toward the annual NHMCLE requirement.

New Mexico CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Mexico CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study credit, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Video Download - New Mexico CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study credit, including 1.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Nevada CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethical Considerations

Earn Until

OnDemand - Nevada CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 1.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.

Video Download - Nevada CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 1.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.

New York CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - New York CLE - 1: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 1.0 credit hours. 1.0 hour can be applied toward the Ethics/Professionalism requirement and is approved for experienced attorneys. NBI, Inc. offers a Financial Hardship Policy for qualifying individuals. To apply, please submit a request via email to our Tuition Discount Committee at customerservice@nbi-sems.com.

Video Download - New York CLE - 1: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 1.0 credit hours. 1.0 hour can be applied toward the Ethics/Professionalism requirement and is approved for experienced attorneys. NBI, Inc. offers a Financial Hardship Policy for qualifying individuals. To apply, please submit a request via email to our Tuition Discount Committee at customerservice@nbi-sems.com.

Ohio CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professional Conduct

Earn Until

OnDemand - Ohio CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 hour of attorney professional conduct instruction.

Video Download - Ohio CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Supreme Court of Ohio Commission on Continuing Legal Education for 1.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 1.0 hour of attorney professional conduct instruction.

Oklahoma CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Legal Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Oklahoma CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 1.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 1.0 hour of legal ethics.

Video Download - Oklahoma CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 1.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 1.0 hour of legal ethics.

Oregon CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Oregon CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program qualifies for 0.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 1.0 hour of ethics credit.

Video Download - Oregon CLE - 1: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program qualifies for 0.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 1.0 hour of ethics credit.

Pennsylvania CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Pennsylvania CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 0.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 1.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.

Video Download - Pennsylvania CLE - 1: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 0.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 1.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.

Tennessee CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Tennessee CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 1.0 hours of Distance Learning credit, including 1.0 hour of ethics/professionalism (EP) credit.

Texas CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Legal Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Texas CLE - 1: This course is accredited for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.0 credit hours, of which 1.0 credit hour will apply to legal ethics/professional responsibility credit. Hours in attendance at National Business Institute CLE seminars may be applied to the minimum Judicial Education requirement.

Video Download - Texas CLE - 1: This course is accredited for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of Texas Committee on MCLE in the amount of 1.0 credit hours, of which 1.0 credit hour will apply to legal ethics/professional responsibility credit. Hours in attendance at National Business Institute CLE seminars may be applied to the minimum Judicial Education requirement.

Utah CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Professionalism & Civility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Utah CLE - 1: National Business Institute is an approved "presumptive provider" with the Utah State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit for Utah attorneys, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics credit and 1.0 will apply to Professionalism & Civility.

Video Download - Utah CLE - 1: National Business Institute is an approved "presumptive provider" with the Utah State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study CLE credit for Utah attorneys, which includes 0.0 hour of ethics credit and 1.0 will apply to Professionalism & Civility.

Vermont CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Vermont CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Video Download - Vermont CLE - 1: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of self-study credit, including 0.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Washington CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits
  • 1 Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Washington CLE - 1: This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 0.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 1.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.

Video Download - Washington CLE - 1: This program qualifies for 1.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 0.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 1.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.

Wisconsin CLE Approved · 1 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Wisconsin CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.

Video Download - Wisconsin CLE - 1: Approved for 1.0 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.

West Virginia CLE Approved · 1.2 Total Credits
  • 1.2 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - West Virginia CLE - 1.2: This program qualifies for 1.20 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 1.20 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.

Video Download - West Virginia CLE - 1.2: This program qualifies for 1.20 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 1.20 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.
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  1. May it Please the Court: Professionalism and the Bench

    1. Professionalism in Practice: Understanding the Rules That Shape Your Conduct
    2. Judicial Perspectives on Professionalism: What Judges Expect from Attorneys
    3. Navigating Unprofessional Conduct: Strategies for Attorneys in Difficult Courtroom Situations

Who Should Attend

This program is for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Hon. Karen S Crawford
Hon. Karen S.
Crawford
U.S. District Court of the Southern District of California
Patricia P Hollenbeck
Patricia P.
Hollenbeck
DuaneMorris
Carree K Nahama
Carree K.
Nahama
Nahama Law
Speaker bio
Hon. Karen S Crawford

Hon. Karen S. Crawford

U.S. District Court of the Southern District of California
Karen Crawford

was appointed as a Magistrate Judge for the U.S. District Court of the Southern District of California in March 2012. Previously, she was a partner at Duane Morris LLP, and litigation chair in their San Diego office. Before entering private practice, Judge Crawford served as a trial attorney in the Civil Division, Torts Branch in Washington, D.C. where she received the Director's Award for outstanding service. Thereafter, she was an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Civil Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office in San Diego. Judge Crawford served as the secretary and member of the Board of the American Inns of Court Foundation. She is the past president of the Louis M. Welsh American Inn of Court and current president of the J. Clifford Wallace American Inn of Court. In 1998, Judge Crawford received the A. Sherman Christensen Award in recognition of inspiring leadership with the American Inns of Court movement and committed efforts to improve the American legal profession. She was recently honored to receive the 2024 American Inns of Court Ninth Circuit Professionalism Award in recognition of her dedication to mentoring law students and lawyers.

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Patricia P Hollenbeck

Patricia P. Hollenbeck

DuaneMorris
Patricia Hollenbeck

,partner at Duane Morris, practices in the area of commercial and business litigation. She handles individual and class action cases in state and federal courts, and also has extensive experience in arbitration and mediation. Ms. Hollenbeck's industry focus is primarily comprised of clients in the consumer and franchising sectors, but also includes claims focused on business interference, unfair competition, consumer legal remedies and false advertising; trademarks and trade dress violations; and trade secrets. She also has extensive experience with litigating temporary restraining orders and injunctions. Ms. Hollenbeck has handled over two hundred arbitrations. She is very active in the San Diego legal community as an instructor for the National Institute of Trial Advocacy, a director and past president of the San Diego Inn of Court (trial training program),  and as a bencher and executive committee member in the Louis M. Welsh American Inn of Court.

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Carree K Nahama

Carree K. Nahama

Nahama Law
Carree Nahama

is the founder and owner of Nahama Law, celebrating its tenth anniversary of dedicated service to injured children and their families. With a reputation for compassion, diligence and exceptional results, she leads her legal team to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives. An award-winning trial attorney, Ms. Nahama was honored with the prestigious "Streetfighter" award by Consumer Attorneys of San Diego (CASD) in 2023. Throughout her career, she has exemplified the highest standards of civility and professionalism, setting a benchmark for others in the legal field. Ms. Nahama is a bencher and team leader for the Louis M. Welsh Inn of Court, where she fosters mentorship, ethical advocacy, and professional growth among peers. As co-chair of the Women's Caucus for CASD, she champions initiatives that empower attorneys and promote inclusivity within the legal community. Guided by the Latin phrase "bona fide", Ms. Nahama embodies authenticity, integrity and passion. A committed volunteer and gifted connector, she is known for her advocacy of intergenerational collaboration and her ability to unite professionals across various specializations and firm sizes.

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