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Keep Your Edge: Ethical Tips for Maintaining Competence in Law

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59 minutes
J. Vincent Perryman
With J. Vincent Perryman from The Law Offices of J. Vincent Perryman
Recorded September 10, 2025
Product ID 100892

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Overview

Tactics for Spotting Knowledge Gaps, Maintaining Tech Competence, and More

From malpractice claims to a tarnished reputation, failing to maintain competence in the legal profession can result in massive consequences not just for the attorney, but also, their client. Is it worth the risk to you? In this legal briefing, our esteemed faculty explore common competence issues attorneys face, as well as tips for addressing them. Expand your knowledge - register today!

  • Examine best practices maintaining tech competence in an evolving legal landscape.
  • Discuss the dos and don'ts of handling a case in a new practice area.
  • Formulate strategies for maintaining competence when you’re overloaded with cases.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. What Is Legal Competence? (Rule 1.1)
  2. Rule 1.3 Meets the Digital Era: Maintaining Technology Competence
  3. Ethical Duty to Ensure Subordinates and Legal Staff Maintain Competence
  4. Spotting Competence Issues: Red Flags and How to Respond Effectively
  5. Handling a Case in a New-to-You Practice Area: What You Need to Know
  6. One Case Too Many: Managing Competence When Overloaded With Work

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Product ID 100892

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 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
Georgia CLE Approved 1 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1 Total
Iowa CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Idaho CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1 Total
Kansas CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Kentucky 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
Mississippi CLE Approved 1 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 1 Total
North Dakota CLE Upon Request 1 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.2 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 Upon Request 1 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1 Total
Rhode Island CLE Approved 1 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1 Total
Virginia 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
Wyoming CLE Upon Request 1 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 1 Total
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Agenda

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  1. Keep Your Edge: Ethical Tips for Maintaining Competence in Law

    1. What Is Legal Competence? (Rule 1.1)
    2. Rule 1.3 Meets the Digital Era: Maintaining Technology Competence
    3. Ethical Duty to Ensure Subordinates and Legal Staff Maintain Competence
    4. Spotting Competence Issues: Red Flags and How to Respond Effectively
    5. Handling a Case in a New-to-You Practice Area: What You Need to Know
    6. One Case Too Many: Managing Competence When Overloaded With Work

Who Should Attend

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

Speakers

J. Vincent Perryman
J. Vincent
Perryman
The Law Offices of J. Vincent Perryman
Speaker bio
J. Vincent Perryman

J. Vincent Perryman

The Law Offices of J. Vincent Perryman
J. Vincent Perryman

opened his own firm after working with a well-established Memphis law firm focused on estate planning and taxation. His goal is to add value to each client's life through honest and thoughtful legal representation. Mr. Perryman is admitted to practice in Tennessee, and is a member of the Memphis Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association and Leo Bearman, Sr. American Inn of Court. He earned his B.S. degree from the University of Memphis, his LL.M. degree from the University of Washington and his J.D. degree from the University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.

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