Wednesday, August 31, 2022

What Legal Executives are Looking for - September 14, 2022

New Research: What Legal Executives are Looking for in 2022Sponsored by 

Corporate Counsel Business Journal and Exterro

According to the recently published Association of Corporate Counsel’s CLO/GC Report, in-house legal executives are expected to rapidly increase hiring rates for legal professionals in 2022-2023.

The question becomes for you, “What are these hiring legal executives looking for in paralegals, attorneys and other legal professionals?

Register for this webcast to find out and hear our expert panel discuss data-driven trends and insights from ACC’s 2022 Chief Legal Officers Report, which surveyed over 800 legal executives, on where legal departments are going and what they are looking for in their teams.

Get answers to these questions by attending:

  • How the expanding influence and responsibilities of the GC/CLO will affect your legal career
  • Why understanding your data obligations relating to privacy, litigation and security are must-have legal skills
  • Where the top legal strategic initiatives are occurring and how you can capitalize on it


FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Wednesday, September 14, 2022,  10:00 am  to 11:00 am PT

For further information see:

https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/3868786/EF7D3BA2569ADB61BDCCC2D234277AF2?partnerref=mc

Estate Planning and Divorce - September 15, 2022

Estate Planning and Divorce

Sponsored by the Attorney Action Club and the SF Lawyers Network

An informative webinar on the impact of divorce on estate planning decisions.

​​FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Thursday, September 15, 2022, 3:00 pm  to 4:30 pm PT

For further information see:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdOmurTguHNRQnltq2hZ05HbV-OxnNaR3
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Database Discovery - September 21, 2022

Considerations and Best Practices for Database Discovery

Sponsored by Innovative Driven 

Discovery from databases presents several complex challenges for clients and counsel. From issues surrounding scope and access to databases, to proportionality and validation, collection and production difficulties abound. Fold in evolving court decisions on the issues and it becomes readily apparent why database discovery presents unique discovery challenges even for experienced eDiscovery counsel. This program will analyze these issues as they relate to databases and offer practical insights on a particularly compelling discovery practice area.


Speakers:
Jonathan Swerdloff - Director of Global eDiscovery and Client Data Services, Scott + Scott
Raymond “Ray” Rivard - Senior Information Technology Specialist, E-Discovery Group, Legal Division, FDIC
Sonya Judkins - Senior Manager, Manager of Discovery and Information Governance, T-Mobile
Gregg Parker - Consultant, Structured Data Analyst, Innovative Driven
 

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PDT

To register: 

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/491113785488770060?source=pardot

Diversity and Inclusion Conference - 2-1/2 units - September 24, 2022

2022 Inaugural Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Educational Conference 

Sponsored by the San Diego Paralegal Association

The San Diego Paralegal Association is pleased to announce its inaugural Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Educational Conference.  The conference will provide attendees with valuable takeaways from diverse legal professionals who work in law with a specific focus on DEIB issues, including cultural competence and diversity initiatives, workplace culture, disability, neurodiversity, and other relevant topics.  We invite you to embark on or continue your journey to creating a workplace, culture, and society committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

The work of DEIB professionals never stops and each of us must join in the shift to create a world accepting of and adaptable for everyone.  This event will celebrate DEIB, educate professionals about challenges and trends associated with DEIB, and amplify the voices of those who have forged a path and set examples for others in their DEIB journey.  These professionals will share their wisdom and expertise working in or working to advance DEIB initiatives in their personal and professional lives.

Speakers include:
  • Hon. Charles Bell, Jr., Judge, San Diego Superior Court, San Diego, California
  • Troy Doucet, Litigation Attorney | Neurodivergent Advocate and Speaker, Doucet Gerling Co., L.P.A., Columbus, Ohio and Miami, Florida
  • Lois Durant, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP, New York, New York
  • Mia Kelly, Senior Counsel | Diversity & Inclusion Chair, Tyson & Mendes, LLP, San Diego, California
  • Arleen Milian, Director of Client Relations | Diversity & Inclusion Practice Leader, Murchison & Cumming, LLP, Los Angeles, California

  • FREE!
    Total Credits:  Elimination of Bias CLE - 2.5 units
    Online
    Saturday, September 24, 20229:00 AM - 12:30 PM PT

    For further information see:

    https://sdparalegals.org/page-18142



    Small Business Reorg. Act - September 26, 2022

    Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019

    Sponsored by the San Francisco Bank Attorneys Association

    SFBAA is delighted to announce that the Honorable Hannah Blumenstiel of the United States Bankruptcy Court has agreed to speak to our group.  Due to scheduling, it will be a virtual program (with the option as always to come for lunch at McGuireWoods’ offices in person).


    Judge Hannah L. Blumenstiel (Bankr. N.D. Cal.) will provide an overview of the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019, describing its advantages and disadvantages from a creditor’s perspective.  In addition, Judge Blumenstiel will discuss emerging trends in litigation pertaining to the SBRA.


    Speaker:

    The Honorable Hannah Blumenstiel of the United States Bankruptcy Court 


    FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  0.75 units

    Monday, September 26, 2022, 12pm - 1pm PT

    Hybrid: McGuire Woods (live) or ZOOM
    Two Embarcadero Center, Suite 1300
    San Francisco, CA

    For information:

    https://www.sfbankattorneys.com/events/

    The Zoom 
    meeting information: 

    https://www.sfbankattorneys.com/double-trouble-state-and-federal-developments/

    Zoom meeting details:

     

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    Find your local number: https://buchalter.zoom.us/u/axkxUywK3

     

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    The DSAR Deluge - September 28, 2022

    The DSAR Deluge - Is Your Retention Program Ready for a Stress Test? New Research - What Legal Executives are Looking for in 2022

    Sponsored by Exterro 

    A Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) is a submission by an individual (data subject) to a business asking to know what personal information of theirs has been collected and stored as well as how it is being used.


    Ahhh, the good old days, when data subject requests just meant searching everywhere you have consumer data. On January 1, 2023, the California exemption for employee data from CCPA expires. At this point employees and former employees can ask for the personal data you hold about them. This means a tremendous amount of headache, not only for HR and recruiting, but also for the legal and privacy department. While the biggest fines garner headlines, such as the €746 million fine issued against Amazon in July 2021 for failing to process personal data in compliance with the GDPR, enforcement isn’t limited to the big players. As organizations continue to collect and manage data, it is critical that they understand the data retention requirements within their jurisdictions and the periods in which the data needs to be retained and respond to subject access requests most efficiently and defensibly.


    Please join this webcast and explore:


    What do employee DSARs look like and how to address them?

    Top triggers for penetration testing of your data retention program

    Why you a need strategic and defensible data retention framework to tackle the DSAR wave

    What am I really obligated to do?


    Speakers:

    Matt Dumiak, Director of Privacy Services, Compliance Point

    Theresa Sippert, Manager, Information Management, Hydro Ottawa

    Peter Stockburger, San Diego Managing Partner, Dentons

    Constantine Karbaliotis, Senior Privacy Advisor, Exterro

     

    FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 10:00 am to 11:00 am

    Online

    To register:

    https://ccbjournal.com/events/webcast-the-dsar-deluge-is-your-retention-program-ready-for-a-stress-test-new-research-what-legal-executives-are-looking-for-in-2022

    Ethical Legal Marketing - September 28, 2022

    Navigating the Ethical Waters of Legal Marketing

    Sponsored by Attorney Protective 

    As lawyers expand their involvement in the digital world, they should be aware of emerging ethical violations that may result from their online activities. Our current environment, which has many lawyers practicing remotely for the first time, creates additional ethical challenges related to technological competence, client confidentiality, digital marketing and social media usage. Join speakers attorneys Erin McCartney and Megan Zavieh to discuss how not to run afoul of the ethics rules while navigating through a digital world.


    Speakers:

    Erin McCartney and Megan Zavieh

     

    FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Wednesday, September 28, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PDT

    To register: 

    https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1524041&tp_key=6b26c420b4

    Rethinking Law Firm Culture - September 29, 2022

    Rethinking Law Firm Culture and Hiring After the Great Resignation

    Sponsored by Smokeball 

    After the Great Resignation of 2021, it's still a job-seeker's market - even at law firms. While most legal professionals working at small and boutique law firms don't expect record breaking salaries and bonuses offered by Am Law 100 firms, they're making their voices heard in other arenas, pushing for hybrid schedules and work-life balance.

    So, what makes your law firm stand out to candidates in 2022, 2023 and beyond? And how can you retain your team by building a supportive structure and culture?

    Join Jordan Turk, practicing attorney and Smokeball legal technology adviser, for this free CLE webinar. She'll share how technology and modern work practices help law firms evolve to meet this unprecedented moment in law firm hiring and culture.

    Speaker:


    Jordan Turk - a practicing attorney in Texas, and the Legal Technology Advisor at Smokeball.

     

    FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Thursday, September 29, 2022  11 AM PT to 12 PM PT

    To register: 

    https://go.smokeball.com/rethinking-law-firm-culture-and-hiring-after-the-great-resignation-webinar

    HSR Second Request Best Practices - On Demand

    From Offer to Deal: HSR Second Request Best Practices

    Sponsored by Onna and Epiq

    The Hart–Scott–Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (Public Law 94-435, known commonly as the HSR Act) is a set of amendments to the antitrust laws of the United States, principally the Clayton Antitrust Act.

    HSR filings are premerger notifications that parties to a proposed merger transaction make with both the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice. Subject to minor exceptions, both the seller and the buyer must each separately file with both agencies.

    HSR Second Requests are continuing to become more complex. ACEDS webinar from Onna and Epiq discusses key HSR second request considerations and best practices, from offer to deal.

    Speakers:

    Erin Toomey of Epiq

    Allison Keane and Michelle Kovitch of Onna 


    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    On Demand

    For further information see:

    https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/3842934/BD6CA44962FC49DADE2976390114FB8F?mode=login&email=cohee@coheelaw.com?partnerref=ondemand

    Monday, August 1, 2022

    Trends to Watch in Antitrust Law - August 2, 2022

    Trends to Watch in Antitrust Law

    Sponsored by LexisNexis

    Staying current with the latest developments in antitrust law in an evolving regulatory and political climate can be a challenging task. This course will provide an update on several key judicial and regulatory actions to monitor this year and also survey a range of effective methods to stay up to date

    Speaker:

    Susan Trachta - Subject Matter Advisor - Tax & Antitrust at LexisNexis

    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Tuesday, August 2, 2022,  12:00 pm  to 1:00 pm PT

    For further information see:

    https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~53414

    What are Non-Fungible Tokens? - August 3, 2022

    Non-Fungible Tokens ("NFTs") 101

    Sponsored by the Attorney Action Club and the SF Lawyers Network

    This presentation will address:

  • What are NFTs and how are they used in the marketplace today?
  • What is blockchain technology and how did it make NFTs possible?  Does blockchain automated logic support, supplement, or replace traditional written legal agreements? Legal considerations in buying and selling NFTs
  • Are NFTs securities?  Considerations regarding the legal and regulatory landscape with respect to the SEC. Minting and distributing fractionalized NFTs and the potential legal implications for securities and crypto regulation
  • Investment agreements such as SAFTS and Token Warrants
  • IP considerations in the creation and marketing of NFTs
  • Litigation risks arising from NFTs 

  • Moderator:

    Lindsey S. MignanoSmith Shapourian Mignano

    Speakers:

    Jason CrainSmith Shapourian Mignano
    Mark Janoff
    Orrick
    Michael Flurh
    DLA Piper
    Jonathan Chan
    WSGR
    Peter Roldan
    Emergent Law

    ​​FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Wednesday August 3, 2022, 2:30 pm - 4:15 PT

    For further information see:

    https://portal.sfbar.org/SFBAR/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=B221472&WebsiteKey=7ff45d51-7883-4a28-ab2a-c56a3eb4a5e0

    Registration is a little tricky.

    Early Case Assessment - August 4, 2022

    Early Case Assessment

    Sponsored by LexisNexis

    Many practitioners recognize that conducting Early Case Assessment facilitates better decision-making with respect to whether and how to proceed with a case – ultimately resulting in more certainty and a reduction of costs.

    This seminar addresses how to use online resources to conduct Early Case Assessment – to learn about the key “players” (e.g. opposing counsel, judges, etc..), to investigate corporations, to pull jury instructions, and more. Additionally, it will highlight how attorneys are using innovative tools such as Artificial Intelligence and analytics to quickly find answers to common legal questions, determine motion strategy and develop more persuasive motions.

    Speaker:

    Angela Chmielewski - Practice Area Specialist, Litigation, Insurance & Analytics at LexisNexis

    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Thursday, August 4, 2022,  10:00 am  to 11:00 am PT

    For further information see:

    https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~53416

    Employment Law: Cannabis - August 11, 2022

    Employment Law: Navigating the Cannabis Legalization Minefield

    Sponsored by LexisNexis

    As nearly every state has legalized or decriminalized cannabis in some form, possession and cultivation of marijuana remains illegal under federal law. Employers are faced with many difficult questions relating to employee use of cannabis products.

    This course will discuss the impact of cannabis legalization on screening and hiring employees, enacting drug-free workplace policies, and avoiding litigation risk including from negligent hiring, vicarious liability, employment discrimination and wrongful termination claims. We will explore current scientific limitations on testing for impairment, and the causes of false positive drug test results. You will learn about the movement to legalize cannabis, how to track developments in the law and where to find practical guidance for adapting your employment policies and practices as this area of the law continues to evolve.

    Speakers:

    Bobby Puri - Subject Matter AdvisorLexisNexis

    Julie Webster-Matthews.- National Practice Area Specialist LexisNexis

    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Thursday, August 11, 2022,  10:00 am  to 11:00 am PT

    For further information see:

    https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~53418

    The Trademark Modernization Act - August 16, 2022

    The Trademark Modernization Act has been enacted - Now What?

    Sponsored by LexisNexis

    The Trademark Modernization Act, which went into effect at the end of December 2021, is “the biggest trademark law that has been enacted since the Lanham Act itself nearly three-quarters of a century ago," said a former acting director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Understanding and preparing for the newly enacted provisions of the Trademark Modernization Act 2020 can be a daunting task. This 60 minute seminar will provide an update on the current state of practicing Trademark Law within the parameters of the Trademark Modernization Act.

    Speakers:

    Kristen Baginski - IP Practice Area SpecialistLexisNexis

    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Tuesday, August 16, 2022,  10:00 am  to 11:00 am PT

    For further information see:

    https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~53419

    Litigation Ethics - August 17, 2022

    Litigation Ethics: Rules, Real Stories, and Regrets

    Sponsored by LawPay

    The trial experience is much more comprehensive than those “Perry Mason” moments you see on TV. True signs of professionalism include properly preparing your client including the advisability of pursuing claims, communicating all events honestly, and observing all the rules of law and ethics. This course is based upon true stories of lessons learned by lawyers in the course of litigation that are cautionary, practical, and sometimes entertaining. These lessons include:

    • Addressing conflicts which suddenly arise
    • Clients whose expectations exceed reason
    • Relationships with opposing counsel
    • Conduct during settlement discussions
    • The dangers of interacting with pro se parties
    • Clients who lie
    • Lack of candor with a judge which morphs into misrepresentation
    • Spoliation of documents – intentional and accidental; and
    • Improper disclosures of confidential information.

    There are interesting analyses, practical answers, and as always, great ethical guidance in this course.

    Speaker:

    Claude Ducloux -  LawPay director of education, ethics and compliance

    FREE!


    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Wednesday, August 17, 2022, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PDT

    For registration go to:

    https://www.lawpay.com/solutions/education/legal-ethics-in-litigation-cle/

    Prepare Briefs Efficiently and Accurately - August 23, 2022

    Leveraging Technology to Prepare Briefs with Greater Efficiency and Accuracy 

    Sponsored by LexisNexis

    This course focuses on the importance of accuracy and efficiency in the review and preparation of briefs and motions. In particular, it stresses an attorney’s duty of competence, which includes an obligation to accurately cite and quote legal authorities in the briefs presented to the courts, as well as the duty to cite only valid legal authorities and to disclose adverse authorities. Additionally, it addresses the duty lawyers owe to their clients to work as efficiently as possible in the preparation of briefs and motions, which includes a concomitant obligation to leverage available technologies to assist in performing these tasks. Ultimately, the course illuminates the legal technologies currently available to assist lawyers with reviewing and preparing briefs accurately and efficiently.

    Topics of Discussion: 
    I. Explanation of the relevant ABA model rules requiring attorneys to keep abreast of legal technology to assist in servicing clients
    II. Retrieving and reviewing cited authorities more efficiently with legal technology, e.g., LMO’s “get cited docs”
    III. Validating citations more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, e.g, LMO’s “check cite format”
    IV. Preparing and updating tables of authorities more efficiently with legal technology, e.g., LMO’s “prepare TOA”
    V. Validating quotes more accurately and efficiently with legal technology, e.g, LMO’s “check quotes”
    VI. Researching concepts from an opponent’s brief more efficiently with legal technology, e.g., LMO’s “find precedent”
    VII. Gathering intelligence efficiently regarding companies, law firms, judges and other entities in an opposing brief using legal technology, e.g., LMO’s “find” tool

    Speakers:

    Jacquelyn LaCorte - Training Consultant and Client Relations ManagerLexisNexis

    FREE!

                                                                  
    Online
    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Tuesday, August 23, 2022,  12:00 pm  to 1:00 pm PT

    For further information see:

    https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~53369

    Ethical Billing Practices - August 24, 2022

    Walking the Line: Keeping Billing Practices Ethical

    Sponsored by Attorney Protective

    One of the many challenges in law firm management is legal billing. Clients can avoid or delay paying legal bills for a number of reasons. Clients may disagree with the amount charged or may be confused about the billing agreement or the work performed. That is why it is important to implement client-centric billing processes, which can also help avoid potential fee disputes down the road. Join speakers Erin McCartney, J.D. and Erik Crep J.D. while they discuss legal billing tips that can help your firm establish more efficient and client centric billing processes, which can help avoid potential fee disputes down the road.


    Speakers:

    Erin McCartney, J.D.

    Erik Crep J.D.


    FREE!


    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Wednesday,  August 24, 2022, 110:00 AM-11:00 Pacific Time

    For further information see:

    https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1524039&tp_key=3e80d4d97f

    A Lawyer's Guide to Improving Well-being - August 30, 2022

    Emotional Intelligence: A Lawyer's Guide to Improving Well-being in the Workplace and Beyond

    Sponsored by Smokeball

    Emotional Intelligence (EQ) - the ability to understand and manage your own and others' emotions - plays a significant role in the success and satisfaction of individuals. Yet within the legal professions, EQ skills are not often discussed or learned. Due to the high-stress, relationship-based nature of legal work though, it's extremely important that legal professionals take the time to develop high EQ.  

    Join this free webinar with lawyer-turned-psychotherapist Chelsy Castro and learn how to increase your EQ. With her help, you'll cultivate skills that improve your communication, enhance your relationships and equip you to be more effective, compassionate leader at your law firm.

    In this free CLE webinar, you’ll learn: 

    • What Emotional Intelligence is and why it matters
    • The role of Emotional Intelligence in the context of the legal profession
    • How to identify opportunities for practicing skills that increase Emotional Intelligence
    • Tools and techniques to increase your Emotional Intelligence

    Moderator:

    Chelsy Castro, JD, MA, MSW, LCSW

    ​​FREE!

    Online

    Total Credits:  1.00 unit

    Tuesday, August 30, 2022, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PT

    For further information see:

    https://go.smokeball.com/improving-well-being-in-the-workplace-and-beyondRegistration is a little tricky.