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Navigate DEI and Ethical Hurdles With Expert Guidance
What if you could augment your ethical decision-making skills and boost your ability to nurture diversity and inclusion in the legal sphere? In this course, our seasoned practitioners provide you with the knowledge you need to ensure ethical compliance and foster belonging in legal settings. Review best practices for safeguarding attorney-client privilege, explore the effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on bias in law, and more. Register today!
- Examine best practices for safeguarding attorney-client privilege.
- Discover the ethical dos and don'ts of using email in the law office.
- Identify the ethical risks posed by using AI in legal settings.
- Uncover practical guidance for creating inclusive legal environments.
*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.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Attorney-Client Privilege: Enhance Ethical Compliance and Minimize Risks
- Legal Ethics and Technology Tool Kit
- DEI Foundations: Strengthening Culture and Team Dynamics in Law
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Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Alabama CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Arizona CLE |
|
3 Total |
| California CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Colorado CLE |
|
4 Total |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Delaware CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Florida CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Georgia CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Iowa CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Idaho CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Illinois CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Indiana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Kansas CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Kentucky CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Louisiana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Maine CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Missouri CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Mississippi CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Montana CLE |
|
3 Total |
| North Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New Jersey CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Nevada CLE |
|
3 Total |
| New York CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Ohio CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| Oregon CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
3.5 Total |
| South Carolina CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Texas CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Utah CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Virginia CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Vermont CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Washington CLE |
|
3 Total |
| Wisconsin CLE |
|
3 Total |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
3.6 Total |
| Wyoming CLE |
|
3 Total |
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CLE
Agenda
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Attorney-Client Privilege: Enhance Ethical Compliance and Minimize Risks
- Attorney-Client Privilege: Defining the Scope
- Elements Required to Trigger Attorney-Client Privilege
- Differentiating Attorney-Client Privilege vs. Confidentiality vs. Work Product
- Notable Exceptions to Attorney-Client Privilege
- Top Tips for Safeguarding Privilege in Law Practice
- Privilege Waivers and Logs: Legal Best Practices
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Legal Ethics and Technology Tool Kit
- Slack, Teams, and Other Collaboration Platforms: Ethical Risks and Rules
- Email Ethics: What You Need to Know About Metadata, Auto-Complete, etc.
- Social Media: A Rapid-Fire Ethics Guide for Lawyers
- Unique Ethical Considerations When Texting With Clients
- Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Legal Careers: New Tech, New Ethical Risks
- Cybersecurity Dos and Don'ts for Attorneys
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DEI Foundations: Strengthening Culture and Team Dynamics in Law
- Understanding Evolving Ethical Duties Concerning Bias and Discrimination
- Conducting DEI Audits: Essential Guidelines
- Implementing Policies and Practices That Encourage Diversity and Inclusivity
- Best Practices for Training Legal Staff, Hiring New Employees, etc.
- Impacts of AI on Bias Concerns and DEI Practices
- Forward-Looking DEI: Emerging Trends and Anticipated Challenges
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Victoria Cernadas
is a highly experienced and credentialed paralegal specializing in family law. With over three decades in the legal field and a strong track record in managing complex, high-volume caseloads, she brings both expertise and professionalism to every matter. Ms. Cernadas is a Texas board-certified paralegal in family law and holds the Advanced Certified Paralegal® designation through the National Association of Legal Assistants, with specialties in discovery. She is recognized for her exceptional legal drafting skills, client communication, and ability to train and mentor new attorneys and legal staff. Ms. Cernadas currently serves as a family law paralegal at Goranson Bain Ausley, where she plays a key role in case development, discovery, trial preparation, and client support. Her background also includes years of experience in both permanent and contract roles with various respected family law firms. A magna cum laude graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington and Collin College, Ms. Cernadas is also an active member of numerous professional associations, including the Dallas Area Paralegal Association.
Speaker bio
Robert A. Kezelis
is a sole practitioner in Palos Heights, Illinois, where he practices in the areas of civil litigation, family law and complex litigation. He is a former adjunct professor at John Marshall Law School. In 1991, Mr. Kezelis was the first American professor invited to teach in Lithuania after the collapse of the Soviet Union. He has spoken for various professional groups on topics related to his areas of practice. Mr. Kezelis earned his B.A. degree from Northwestern University and his J.D. degree from John Marshall Law School. He is a member of the Chicago (member, Professional Responsibility, Civil Practice and Judicial Evaluation committees), Illinois State and Lithuanian American (former president) bar associations, as well as a former member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association.
Speaker bio
Masood S. Ali
concentrates his practice in general litigation, employment law, and defending companies in complex commercial transactions, including product liability class actions. His experience spans matters related to Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Fair Labor Standards Act and workers' compensation. Mr. Ali works hand-in-hand with his clients, providing creative solutions to complex legal issues with a pragmatic approach to resolving matters at the onset of litigation. He is a member of the firm's Labor and Employment Committee, and former vice-chair of the Labor and Employment Committee for the Chicago Bar Association. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Ali served as an associate for an employment litigation firm in Chicago. As an associate, he played an integral role in all stages of the litigation process, including drafting motions, conducting depositions, and serving as first and second chair for a number of pivotal hearings before the Illinois Labor Relations Board, Illinois Human Rights Commission and Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. Mr. Ali earned his J.D. degree from Chicago-Kent College of Law with a certificate in labor and employment. While attending law school, he served as a labor and employee discipline clerk for Chicago Public Schools, and as a legal extern for a labor and employment litigation firm. Mr. Ali holds a B.S. degree in business and marketing degree from DePaul University.
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