Ethics & Specialty Credits

4.46

Don't Get Burned: Navigating Ethical Hot Spots in Everyday Practice

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 4 Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 4 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 4 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 4 Total
California CLE Approved 4 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 5 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 4 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 4 Total
Florida CLE Approved 5 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 4 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 4 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 4 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 4 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 4.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 4 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 4 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 3.6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 4 Total
Montana CLE Approved 4 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 4 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 4 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 4 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 4 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 4 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 4 Total
New York CLE Approved 4.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 5 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 4 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 4 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 4 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 4 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 4 Total
Washington CLE Approved 4 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 4.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 4.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Upon Request 4 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 4.75 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 4 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 4 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 4 Total
OnDemand
3 hours 49 minutes
Dean Dietrich
Mark West
Cindy Cole Ettingoff
With Dean R. Dietrich from Weld Riley, S.C. + 2 others
Recorded September 30, 2025.
Product ID 100794

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Overview

Avoid Missteps With Practical Guidance for Navigating Daily Ethical Dilemmas

Navigating ethical dilemmas in legal practice isn't always straightforward. This program dives into real-world scenarios that ethical decision-making, from handling conflicts of interest to addressing mistakes. Gain practical strategies to stay compliant while protecting your reputation and your clients. Don't get caught off guard - register today!

  • Identify and manage conflicts of interest early.
  • Communicate effectively while safeguarding client confidentiality.
  • Address mistakes ethically and minimize professional risk.
  • Navigate multi-party representation with confidence.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. Ethical Landmines in Client Intake and Conflict Checks
  2. The Ethics of Communication: What You Say Matters
  3. Ethical Dilemmas in Multi-Party Representation
  4. Mistakes Happen: Addressing Errors and Protecting Your License

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Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 4 Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 4 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 4 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 4 Total
California CLE Approved 4 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 5 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 4 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 4 Total
Florida CLE Approved 5 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 4 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 4 Total
Idaho CLE Approved 4 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 4 Total
Kansas CLE Approved 4.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 4 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 4 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 3.6 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 4 Total
Montana CLE Approved 4 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 4 Total
North Dakota CLE Approved 4 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 4 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 4 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 4 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 4 Total
New York CLE Approved 4.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 5 Total
Oregon CLE Approved 4 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 4 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 4 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 4 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 4 Total
Washington CLE Approved 4 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 4.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 4.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Upon Request 4 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 4.75 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 4 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 4 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 4 Total

Credit Details by Jurisdiction

OnDemand Video

CLE Credits
Alaska CLE Reciprocity · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 MECLE Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Alaska CLE - 4: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of credit, which includes 0.0 hours of MCLE credit and 4.0 hour of MECLE credit.

Video Download - Alaska CLE - 4: Alaska Bar members may claim credit for attending CLE programs that have been accredited by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of credit, which includes 0.0 hours of MCLE credit and 4.0 hour of MECLE credit.

Arkansas CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Arkansas CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor in the state of Arkansas. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of on demand continuing legal education credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics, consistent with the rules and regulations of the Arkansas Supreme Court of Professional Programs.

Video Download - Arkansas CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor in the state of Arkansas. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of on demand continuing legal education credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics, consistent with the rules and regulations of the Arkansas Supreme Court of Professional Programs.

Arizona CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Arizona CLE - 4: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 4.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 4.0 hour of professional responsibility.

Video Download - Arizona CLE - 4: The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity qualifies for 4.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State of Arizona, including 4.0 hour of professional responsibility.

California CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Legal Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - California CLE - 4: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 4.0 hours of participatory credit, of which 4.0 hour will apply to legal ethics 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 - 4: This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California and qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study credit, of which 4.0 hour will apply to legal ethics 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 · 5 Total Credits
  • 4.8 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Colorado CLE - 5: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 5.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 4.80 professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Colorado CLE - 5: NBI, Inc. is a Certified Provider, as recognized by the Colorado Supreme Court Continuing Legal and Judicial Education Committee. This program qualifies for 5.0 hours of home study general Colorado Continuing Legal Education Credit, including 4.80 professional responsibility credit.

Connecticut CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Connecticut CLE - 4: 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 4.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 4.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.

Video Download - Connecticut CLE - 4: 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 4.0 self-study hours toward your annual CLE requirement in Connecticut, including 4.0 self-study hour(s) of ethics/professionalism.

Delaware CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Delaware CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor of the Delaware Commission on Continuing Legal Education and recommends this program for 4.0 hours of eCLE credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics.

Florida CLE Approved · 5 Total Credits
  • 5 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Florida CLE - 5: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 5.0 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 5.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs).

Video Download - Florida CLE - 5: Approved by The Florida Bar, this program qualifies for 5.0 general hours of CLER self-study credit including 5.0 hour of self-study professional responsibility (may include legal ethics, professionalism, substance abuse or mental illness and wellness programs).

Georgia CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Georgia CLE - 4: This program is approved by the Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency of the State Bar of Georgia. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of distance learning continuing legal education credit with the Georgia Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency, which includes 4.0 hour of distance learning ethics.

Video Download - Georgia CLE - 4: This program is approved by the Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency of the State Bar of Georgia. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of distance learning continuing legal education credit with the Georgia Commission on Continuing Lawyer Competency, which includes 4.0 hour of distance learning ethics.

Hawaii CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Hawaii CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 4.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 4.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.

Video Download - Hawaii CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an Accredited Provider with the Hawaii State Board of Continuing Legal Education. This alternative format activity has been approved for 4.0 hours of credit for the state of Hawaii, which includes 4.0 hour of ethics or professional responsibility education.

Idaho CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Legal Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Idaho CLE - 4: Approved for 4.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 4.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Idaho CLE - 4: Approved for 4.0 hours of self-study continuing legal education credit in the state of Idaho, which includes 4.0 self-study legal ethics or professional responsibility credit.

Illinois CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Illinois CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 4.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 4.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

Video Download - Illinois CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Illinois MCLE Board for 4.0 hours of recorded technology CLE credit, which includes approval for 4.0 hour of legal ethics, civility, professionalism CLE credit by the Illinois Supreme Court Commission on Professionalism.

Kansas CLE Approved · 4.5 Total Credits
  • 4.5 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Kansas CLE - 4.5: Approved by Kansas CLE for 4.50 hours of prerecorded format continuing legal education credit, which includes 4.50 hour of ethics and professionalism credit.

Video Download - Kansas CLE - 4.5: Approved by Kansas CLE for 4.50 hours of prerecorded format continuing legal education credit, which includes 4.50 hour of ethics and professionalism credit.

Maine CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Maine CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Video Download - Maine CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Course Book - Maine CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Minnesota CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Minnesota CLE - 4: Approved for 4.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.

Video Download - Minnesota CLE - 4: Approved for 4.0 hours of standard on-demand CLE credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics credit by the Minnesota Board of Continuing Legal Education.

Missouri CLE Approved · 3.6 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Missouri CLE - 3.6: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 3.60 self-study CLE credit hours.

Video Download - Missouri CLE - 4.8: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.80 self-study CLE credit hours.

Course Book - Missouri CLE - 4.8: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.80 self-study CLE credit hours.

Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Video Download - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Montana CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Professional Fitness and Integrity

Earn Until

OnDemand - Montana CLE - 4: This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 4.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.

Video Download - Montana CLE - 4: This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit by the Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education, including 4.0 hour of professional fitness and integrity credit.

North Carolina CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - North Carolina CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with the North Carolina State Board of Continuing Legal Education. Attendance of this program qualifies for 4.0 hours of online CLE credit, including 4.0 professional responsibility.

Video Download - North Carolina CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with the North Carolina State Board of Continuing Legal Education. Attendance of this program qualifies for 4.0 hours of online CLE credit, including 4.0 professional responsibility.

North Dakota CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - North Dakota CLE - 4: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 4.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, or 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.

Video Download - North Dakota CLE - 4: North Dakota attorneys completing this program may claim 4.0 North Dakota self-study CLE credit hours, or 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit, on the Report of Compliance.

Nebraska CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Nebraska CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 4.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 4.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.

Video Download - Nebraska CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an accredited CLE sponsor in the state of Nebraska. This activity has been approved for 4.0 distance learning CLE credits, including 4.0 hour of professional responsibility credit.

New Hampshire CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Hampshire CLE - 4: 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 - 4: 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 · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Mexico CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study credit, including 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Video Download - New Mexico CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Board of Bar Commissioners of the State Bar of New Mexico. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study credit, including 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Nevada CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethical Considerations

Earn Until

OnDemand - Nevada CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 4.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.

Video Download - Nevada CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of alternative format CLE credits by the Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education, which includes 4.0 hour of alternative format ethical considerations.

New York CLE Approved · 4.5 Total Credits
  • 4.5 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - New York CLE - 4.5: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 4.50 credit hours. 4.50 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 - 4.5: This nontraditional format course has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Continuing Legal Education Board for up to 4.50 credit hours. 4.50 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.

Oklahoma CLE Approved · 5 Total Credits
  • 5 Legal Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Oklahoma CLE - 5: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 5.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 5.0 hour of legal ethics.

Video Download - Oklahoma CLE - 5: This course has been approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Commission. This program qualifies for 5.0 of On Demand CLE credit hours, which includes 5.0 hour of legal ethics.

Oregon CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Oregon CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program qualifies for 0.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 4.0 hour of ethics credit.

Video Download - Oregon CLE - 4: NBI, Inc. is an approved sponsor with the Oregon MCLE. This program qualifies for 0.0 hours of general continuing legal education credit and 4.0 hour of ethics credit.

Pennsylvania CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Pennsylvania CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 0.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 4.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.

Video Download - Pennsylvania CLE - 4: This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of distance learning credit, including 0.0 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 4.0 hour of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse distance learning CLE credit.

Tennessee CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Tennessee CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education for a maximum of 4.0 hours of Distance Learning credit, including 4.0 hour of ethics/professionalism (EP) credit.

Virginia CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professionalism

Earn Until

OnDemand - Virginia CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Virginia Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board for 4.0 hours of prerecorded credit, of which 4.0 hour will also apply in the area of legal ethics or professionalism.

Video Download - Virginia CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Virginia Mandatory Continuing Legal Education Board for 4.0 hours of prerecorded credit, of which 4.0 hour will also apply in the area of legal ethics or professionalism.

Vermont CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Vermont CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study credit, including 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Video Download - Vermont CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Vermont Board of Mandatory Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of self-study credit, including 4.0 hour of self-study ethics credit.

Washington CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics/Professional Responsibility

Earn Until

OnDemand - Washington CLE - 4: This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 0.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 4.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.

Video Download - Washington CLE - 4: This program qualifies for 4.0 hours of Washington continuing legal education (Self Study) A/V credit, which includes 0.0 hours of Law and Legal Procedure and 4.0 hour of ethics and professional responsibility.

Wisconsin CLE Approved · 4.5 Total Credits

Earn Until

OnDemand - Wisconsin CLE - 4.5: Approved for 4.50 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.

Video Download - Wisconsin CLE - 4.5: Approved for 4.50 hours of repeated on-demand CLE credit by the Board of Bar Examiners.

West Virginia CLE Approved · 4.8 Total Credits
  • 4.8 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - West Virginia CLE - 4.8: This program qualifies for 4.80 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 4.80 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.

Video Download - West Virginia CLE - 4.8: This program qualifies for 4.80 hours of pre-recorded credit, which includes 4.80 hour of pre-recorded ethics credit, under the West Virginia Rules for Mandatory Continuing Legal Education.

Wyoming CLE Upon Request · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

OnDemand - Wyoming CLE - 4: Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Bar.

Video Download - Wyoming CLE - 4: Upon course completion and credit request submittal, an application will be submitted to the Bar.

Paralegal Credits
California MCLE Paralegal Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - California MCLE Paralegal - 4: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).

Video Download - California MCLE Paralegal - 4: This program meets the California MCLE Paralegal requirement as specified in Business and Professions Code Section 6450(d).

Florida Registered Paralegal Approved · 4.75 Total Credits
  • 4.75 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Florida Registered Paralegal - 4.75: This course qualifies for 4.75 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 4.75 hour of self-study ethics credit, toward the eligibility requirements of the Florida Registered Paralegal Program. This course has been approved by NALA and NFPA.

Video Download - Florida Registered Paralegal - 4.75: This course qualifies for 4.75 hours of self-study continuing education for paralegals, including 4.75 hour of self-study ethics credit, toward the eligibility requirements of the Florida Registered Paralegal Program. This course has been approved by NALA and NFPA.

Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 4: This course has been approved for 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit, including 4.0 hours of ethics, by Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education. The Montana Association of Legal Assistants (MALA) and the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana will honor this credit approval.

Video Download - Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals - 4: This course has been approved for 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit, including 4.0 hours of ethics, by Montana Commission of Continuing Legal Education. The Montana Association of Legal Assistants (MALA) and the Paralegal Section of the State Bar of Montana will honor this credit approval.

New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 4: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 0.0 general self-study credit and 4.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 4.0 hours CLE).

Video Download - New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of - 4: Approved by the Paralegal Division of the State Bar of New Mexico for 0.0 general self-study credit and 4.0 ethics self-study credit (for a total of 4.0 hours CLE).

Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved · 4 Total Credits
  • 4 Ethics

Earn Until

OnDemand - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 4: This course qualifies for 4.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 4.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.

Video Download - Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division - 4: This course qualifies for 4.0 self-study CLE credit hours, including 4.0 ethics credit hour, toward the eligibility requirements of The Paralegal Division of the State Bar of Texas.

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CLE Credits
Maine CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits

Earn Until

Course Book - Maine CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the State of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar. Lawyers who complete this course will receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.

Missouri CLE Approved · 4.8 Total Credits

Earn Until

Course Book - Missouri CLE - 4.8: NBI, Inc. is an accredited sponsor with Missouri Minimum Continuing Legal Education. This program qualifies for 4.80 self-study CLE credit hours.

Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved · 4 Total Credits

Earn Until

Course Book - Northern Mariana Islands CLE - 4: This course has been approved by the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. Lawyers who complete this course shall receive 4.0 hours of self-study CLE credit.
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Agenda

All times are shown in

  1. Ethical Landmines in Client Intake and Conflict Checks

    1. Identifying and Managing Potential Conflicts Early
    2. Vetting Clients: When to Say No
    3. Handling Confidential Information Pre-Engagement
    4. Screening for Hidden Conflicts in Modern Practices

  2. The Ethics of Communication: What You Say Matters

    1. Missteps in Client Communication
    2. Navigating Confidentiality in Digital Communication
    3. Ethical Risks of Social Media Interactions
    4. Responding to Negative Online Reviews Ethically

  3. Ethical Dilemmas in Multi-Party Representation

    1. Balancing Duties in Joint Representations
    2. Navigating Confidentiality Between Co-Clients
    3. Managing Divergent Interests Ethically
    4. Withdrawing When Conflicts Become Unmanageable

  4. Mistakes Happen: Addressing Errors and Protecting Your License

    1. Recognizing and Admitting Errors Promptly
    2. Communicating Mistakes to Clients Ethically
    3. Navigating Self-Reporting Obligations
    4. Implementing Practices to Prevent Future Errors

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

Dean R Dietrich
Dean R.
Dietrich
Weld Riley, S.C.
Mark West
Mark
West
Law Offices of Mark West
Cindy G Cole Ettingoff
Cindy G.
Cole Ettingoff
Ettingoff Law and Mediation
Speaker bio
Dean R Dietrich

Dean R. Dietrich

Weld Riley, S.C.
Dean Dietrich

, a shareholder with Weld Riley, S.C., has represented clients in the areas of lawyer ethics and professional responsibility for more than 35 years. He has represented attorneys in matters before the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the Office of Lawyer Regulation, and consults with law firms and lawyers regularly regarding compliance with the Rules of Professional Conduct. Mr. Dietrich has served as chair of the State Bar Committee on Professional Ethics, in addition to past service on the committee appointed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court to review changes to the Wisconsin Rules of Professional Conduct for Attorneys. He is a member of the ABA's Center for Professional Responsibility and the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers. Mr. Dietrich currently serves as past president of the State Bar of Wisconsin. He is a graduate of Marquette University Law School.

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Mark West

Mark West

Law Offices of Mark West
Mark West

is a sole practitioner in San Gabriel, where he practices in plaintiff personal injury and wrongful death, products liability law, medical malpractice, and business civil litigation. He has published several articles and frequently lectures. Mr. West is admitted to practice in the Northern, Central and Southern U.S. District Courts in California; Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals; and Supreme Court of the United States. He has also been admitted pro hac vice in the state and U.S. District Court for Nevada, and the U.S. District Court for Minnesota. Mr. West is a member of the American and Los Angeles County bar associations, State Bar of California, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, Consumer Attorneys of California (past legislative district coordinator), and American Trial Lawyers Association. He earned his B.S. degree from New Hampshire College (now Southern New Hampshire University) and his J.D. degree from Southwestern University School of Law.

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Cindy G Cole Ettingoff

Cindy G. Cole Ettingoff

Ettingoff Law and Mediation
Cindy Cole Ettingoff

is an attorney with Ettingoff Law and Mediation. She is engaged in virtually every aspect of labor and employment law practice and has represented employers, employees, and unions in litigation, contract negotiations, arbitrations, and mediations. Ms. Ettingoff is a Rule 31 general civil mediator, family mediator, and mediator trainer, CPR mediator, FINRA mediator, and is listed on the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee Mediator/Dispute Resolution Panel. She is a past chair of the Tennessee Bar Association ADR Section, immediate past president of the Tennessee Association of Professional Mediators and member of the Mid-South Community and Justice Center board. Ms. Ettingoff is a member of the American Bar Association (ADR, Labor and Employment Law, and Civil Rights and Social Justice Sections), and served as a case reviewer for the FLSA, FLMA, or workers' compensation subsections' 2018/2019, 2019/2020, 2021/2022 midwinter publications. Ms. Ettingoff earned her J.D. degree from the University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.

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