Intro to Information Governance - September 20, 2023

An Introduction to Information Governance

Sponsored by Innovative Driven 

The exponential proliferation of information has created legal risks, security threats, and logistical challenges for organizations. This program examines how the implementation of an information governance program or framework can support the organization’s control over its information assets, reduce its risks, liabilities, and expenses stemming from having too much ungoverned information.
 
Topics of discussion in this program include the following:

• The challenges of too much information
• Defining Information Governance
• Examining the Information Governance Reference Model (IGRM)
• The benefits and value of implementing Information Governance
• The risks and costs of continuing without Information Governance

Speakers:

- Florence Yee, VP, Corporate Counsel, Enterprise Litigation Group - Sonya Judkins, CEDS, Manager, Legal Discovery/Compliance, T-Mobile 

- Eric P Mandel, Principal Consultant, Innovative Driven  

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 11:00am - 12:00pm PT 

To register, go to: 

https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8611163296466706013?source=pardot

Opportunities in Family Law - Bias - September 26, 2023

 The Power Act: A Way to Make a Difference - Pro Bono Opportunities in Family Law

Sponsored by Alameda County Bar Association and US District Court Northern District of California

Please join the Northern District of California for its annual program about pro bono opportunities in the areas of domestic violence and family law and learn how you can make a difference. Pro bono domestic violence work not only allows you to make a dramatic difference in someone’s life with just a little time – it also offers the chance to develop important legal skills to advance your career.

Come hear Judge Tigar talk with Professor Mallika Kaur, an author, lawyer, teacher and organizer who directs the Sikh Family Center, a national community-based gender justice nonprofit, and teaches at Berkeley Law, where she also runs the DV Field Placement program. Following their discussion, you will hear from law firm and in-house lawyers, who will describe their satisfying and rewarding experiences volunteering to help victims of domestic violence.

FREE!

Location:

US District Court

Ceremonial Courtroom

19th Floor

450 Golden Gate Ave.

San Francisco

OR

RSVP to join through Zoom

Total Credits:  1.00 unit Elimination of Bias

Tuesday, September 26, 2023, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT

For further information see:

https://www.acbanet.org/event/?backcaltype=g&month=9&yr=2023&eventid=17264

The Ethics of Legal Marketing - September 27, 2023

Stay in Your Lane: The Ethics of Legal Marketing on the Information Superhighway

Sponsored by Attorney Protective

As lawyers continue to expand their online presence in their firm marketing or by simply making comments on social media, they must remain cognizant of the potential ethical risks. Ethical violations remain on the rise from lawyers' online activity. As many lawyers continue to work remotely, law firms and courts alike are faced with additional ethical challenges related to technological competence, client confidentiality, digital marketing, and social media usage. Join attorneys Erin McCartney and Megan Zavieh to discuss how not to run afoul of the ethics rules while practicing law in a digital world.

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Wednesday, September 27, 2023, 10:00am - 11:00am PT 

To register, go to: 

https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1590743&tp_key=2c4b967e9d

Federal White Collar Fraud Prosecutions - August 10, 2023

Federal White Collar Fraud Prosecutions: Examining the Supreme Court’s New Restrictions

Sponsored by The Knowledge Group 

Recent Supreme Court rulings involving white collar fraud prosecutions have sparked a reevaluation of prosecutorial power and legal boundaries. These decisions may make it more difficult for federal prosecutors to bring charges related to suspected financial schemes including bank fraud, money laundering and insider trading.

Speakers:

Vince Farhat, Partner, Chair of the White Collar Defense & Investigations Group

Jeffer Mangels, Butler & Mitchell LLP

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Thursday, August 10, 2023, 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT

To register: 

https://knowledgewebcasts.com/know-portfolio/federal-white-collar-fraud-prosecutions-cle/

Researching Experts and Judges - August 15, 2023

Researching Experts and Judges

Sponsored by LexisNexis 

This seminar looks at the various types of online resources that are available to investigate Judges and Experts as well as tips and strategies on how that information might be utilized. 

Speaker:

Angela Chmielewski, Esq. - Subject Matter Advisor, Litigation

 

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Tuesday, August 15, 2023, 10:00am - 11:00am PT 

To register, go to: 

https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classinfo=Crs~686~55890&credit=1

Tax Research FAQs - August 17, 2023

Tax Research FAQs: Tips on the What, Where, and How of Locating Tax Authority

Sponsored by LexisNexis 

This interactive session will provide a review of key federal and state materials pertinent to the tax practitioner, along with a series of time-saving best practices that address frequently asked questions about how to locate them efficiently. 

Speaker:

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

 

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Thursday, August 17, 2023, 12:00pm - 1:00pm PT 

To register, go to: 

https://www.lexisnexis.com/university/course.aspx?classInfo=Crs~686~55891

Ethical Billing & Avoiding Fee Disputes - August 23, 2023

Paid in Full: Tips for Ethical Billing & Avoiding Fee Disputes with Clients

Sponsored by Attorney Protective 

Billing remains one of the many challenges in law firm management.  Even when your client is pleased with their result, you may still have trouble collecting your total fee.  Clients may disagree with the amount charged or may be confused about the billing agreement or the work performed.  Implementing client-centric billing processes will help you avoid potential fee disputes and ensure you are properly compensated for your work.  

Join speakers Erin McCartney, J.D. and Erik Crep J.D. as they discuss legal billing tips that can help your firm establish more efficient billing processes to help you get paid and avoid potential fee disputes down the road.

FREE!

Online

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Wednesday August 23, 2023, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM PDT

To register: 

https://info.dhia.com/en-us/cle/ethical-billing-aug-23-2023/