CLEs You Actually Want to Hear

Benjamin Ikuta and Michelle Hemesath examine how an opposing expert’s personal practices can become a critical tool for challenging credibility and reinforcing liability in medical malpractice litigation. This program will focus on strategies to oppose motions in limine that seek to exclude personal practice testimony, drawing on persuasive authority from across jurisdictions. Attendees will learn how to use an expert’s own admissi...

This program will offer attorneys a foundational overview of “Elder Law” covering the legal, financial, and healthcare issues most often encountered in serving older clients. Topics include estate and incapacity planning, long-term care financing, Medi-Cal qualification issues, conservatorship procedures, and ethical considerations unique to representing seniors. Attendees will gain practical tools and resources to expand their pra...

Experts can be critical to the success of a mediation—but only if used strategically. Robert S. Mann and John D. Hanover explore how to effectively engage, prepare, and use experts to clarify technical or scheduling issues to support realistic negotiations without overpowering the process. This program covers selective disclosure of expert opinions, joint expert sessions, and the potential role of neutral experts, offering practica...

Join Sharon Balmer Cartagena of Public Counsel for a presentation that will provide practical tips for attorneys who work with immigrant families at risk of separation due to detention or deportation. With the goal of reducing a family’s risk of child welfare involvement, the presentation focuses on creating care plans based on whether a parent wishes to reunite with their child in their country of origin or have their child remain...

In this program, Michael Brophy and Garen Kirakosian of Withers Bergman LLP will examine attorney-client privilege issues that arise in common interest and joint defense arrangements within the trusts and estates context. They will address how these relationships are formed, their scope, and the risks of waiver through litigation and discovery tactics. The program will examine complex scenarios involving co-trustees, successor trus...

This program provides attorneys with a foundational overview of U.S. immigration law and the evolving enforcement landscape. With recent shifts in immigration policy and increased funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), it's essential for legal professionals to stay current on enforcement priorities and agency practices. Drawing on her years as Senior Litigation Counsel at the Department of Justice—where she advised ...

Join mediator and complex litigation attorney Jill M. Manning for an insightful virtual presentation on how to get the most out of mediation in high-stakes cases. Drawing from her article published in the Daily Journal, Ms. Manning will share six practical tips for navigating complex mediations—from picking the right mediator to moving past impasse. This strategy-packed hour will help you get more value out of every mediation. Perf...

With all of the money and fame that comes along with success in sports and entertainment, many famous athletes and celebrities turn to pre-marital agreements to protect their assets and navigate the complexities of their high-profile relationships.

A prenup for a celebrity or athlete can:

• Ensure privacy in the event of a divorce
• Keep their assets separate
• Maintain their name and likeness as a separate property asset
• Pre-determine sp...

You get what you get, and you don't get upset. This oft-employed saying, used to soothe unhappy children, applies at trial as well. You don't get to choose your facts or your witnesses, so knowing how to address detrimental facts and problematic witnesses is imperative to your success at trial.

In this Trial Tutorial, veteran trial attorneys Daniel Kramer and Teresa Johnson of Kramer Trial Lawyers will demonstrate the different tech...

This program will walk you through the legal standards governing expert testimony in the U.S., California-specific requirements—particularly after People v. Sanchez—challenges and strategies for admissibility, illustrative case studies, and ethical considerations.

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand basic standards for expert testimony
• Apply California’s unique hearsay rule changes post-Sanchez
• Antic...

Unlock a deeper understanding of the often unacknowledged yet equally present unconscious bias against physical disabilities in the legal profession and justice system. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, this compelling program explores how unconscious bias against physical disabilities impacts legal professionals and clients alike—in law firms, courtrooms, ADR proceedings, and beyond. Learn how these unconscious prejudice...

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020, cities across the country faced prolonged periods of protest, civil unrest, and a critical reckoning with institutional legitimacy. In Saint Paul, Minnesota, the city met the moment through an intentional and collaborative approach that prioritized procedural justice, constitutional policing, and data-driven crisis response. The result? Over 423 consecutive days of protests without ...

The legal profession demands relentless excellence, but it shouldn’t come at the expense of your well-being.

In this dynamic presentation, you’ll learn how to perform at a high level without burning out. We’ll explore what a truly sustainable law practice looks like, identify the hidden societal and industry pressures that get in the way, and recognize the early warning signs of burnout. Most importantly, you'll leave with practical...

Unscripted sports documentaries and original programming are booming, and with that explosive growth comes a fascinating set of legal and business complexities. Join industry experts, Zach Swartz of Skydance Sports and Jennifer Yuen of Omaha Productions, for an exploration of how these projects come to life—and the legal maneuvers that make them possible. You’ll gain insight into:

• The current market for unscripted and original s...

Tenant buyouts, sometimes known as “Cash for Keys,” are a voluntary lease termination method available to landlords and tenants that can benefit both parties. Buyouts allow landlords to regain control of the residential rental unit by entering into a voluntary lease termination agreement with the tenant by paying the tenant, often substantial sums, to permanently move out of the unit.

In this program, Attorney Sasha Struthers of Str...

This introductory training provides an overview of the immigration relief options for individuals seeking legal status in the U.S. This training session will cover basic principles of immigration law for non-immigration attorneys seeking to offer legal assistance to immigrant community members. Attorneys who participate in this training will gain a foundational understanding necessary to conduct basic immigration legal screenings w...