California MCLE - Specialty Credit Courses
California MCLE
Accreditation Info
United Institute for Continuing Legal Education is a CLE provider accredited by the California State Bar, Provider #15390. To view our full accreditation details please .
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Cybersecurity & Generative AI: Legal Risks and Risk Mitigation
Artificial intelligence and cybersecurity have moved from emerging issues to core risk areas for law firms and their clients. Generative AI, in particular, is reshaping how legal work is performed, from research and drafting to data analysis and decision-making. Yet the rapid adoption of these tools has outpaced many organizations’ ability to manage the attendant risks. This CLE program provides attorneys with a practical examination of GenAI and cybersecurity from a legal and professio... More Info
$341Technology -
Burnout, Motivation, and Long-Term Sustainability in Legal Practice
The practice of law is rewarding but relentless. Lawyers often navigate heavy workloads, high stakes, and rigid expectations that can leave purpose and motivation by the wayside. This CLE session addresses the human and professional costs of burnout and equips attorneys with practical strategies to maintain energy, engagement, and long-term career satisfaction. Through interactive reflection and real-world examples, participants will explore the sources of motivation that drive meaningf... More Info
$341Wellness Competence -
The Evolution and Devolution of Civility
This CLE program takes a critical look at the changing expectations of professional conduct within the legal community and the growing concern over declining civility in legal practice. As disputes have become more aggressive and interactions with opposing counsel, courts, and clients increasingly strained, judges have relied more heavily on ethical rules and disciplinary bodies to police attorney behavior. The outcomes of these efforts—particularly in large, high-volume jurisdictions—have bee... More Info
$341Civility -
Injustice on Trial: The Scottsboro Boys and the Struggle Against Jim Crow
During the economic despair of the 1930s, when countless Americans crisscrossed the country on freight trains searching for work, nine young Black men were pulled into one of the most notorious miscarriages of justice in U.S. history. Accused of a crime that never happened, the “Scottsboro Boys” were swept into a legal system steeped in racial prejudice and fear. Their case, born in the Jim Crow South, would capture international attention and eventually reshape American law. This CLE c... More Info
$651.5Elimination Bias -
Mindful Lawyering: Emotional Intelligence in Mediation and Legal Practice
Legal practice often demands quick thinking in high-stakes situations—but rapid reactions don’t always lead to the best results. This CLE program examines how mindfulness and emotional intelligence can shift the way attorneys experience and manage challenging moments in mediation, negotiation, and daily client interactions. Through practical examples and accessible strategies, the session demonstrates how deliberate pauses and mindful awareness can improve communication, enhance profess... More Info
$341Wellness Competence -
Raising the Bar on Mental and Emotional Well Being in the Legal Profession
The legal profession demands precision, stamina, and resilience—but it often comes at the cost of personal well-being. This CLE course offers attorneys an opportunity to step back and reassess how stress affects both their practice and quality of life. Through interactive dialogue and relatable case examples, participants will examine the everyday pressures inherent in different legal environments and learn practical techniques to manage them effectively. Attendees will explore proven m... More Info
$651.5Wellness Competence -
Regulate, Respond, and Resilience: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Attorneys
The legal field demands precision, composure, and performance under constant pressure—conditions that can take a toll on lawyers and staff alike. Beyond individual burnout, sustained exposure to stress and vicarious trauma can weaken team cohesion, ethical judgment, and firm-wide effectiveness. This CLE program shifts the focus from personal coping mechanisms to organizational leadership. Participants will explore how chronic stress and trauma impact professional performance, ethics, an... More Info
$341Wellness Competence -
Practicing Law with AI: Preserving Quality and Professional Responsibility
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the legal profession, understanding its capabilities—and its limits—is essential. This CLE program examines how AI is transforming legal research, drafting, client communication, and case management. Participants will compare general-purpose AI tools, such as chatbots and large language models (LLMs), with legal-specific platforms designed for professional use. The program also explores the ethical and practical risks of AI, from accuracy... More Info
$341Technology -
Privacy, Data Security and Cyberattacks: Overview, Prevention and Proactive Responses
Law firms hold highly sensitive client data and are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals. Are you doing enough to protect your network and meet your ethical duties? This CLE course covers the essential steps lawyers must take to secure confidential information, including: Recognizing common cyber threats like phishing Training staff to prevent breaches Creating a response plan for cyberattacks Understanding legal and ethical requirements under state laws Learn how to protect y... More Info
$341Technology -
From Prompt to Practice: Using AI in The Legal Field
As AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly accessible, legal professionals are under growing pressure to understand both their practical applications and professional risks. This CLE course offers attorneys a clear, hands-on introduction to using generative AI in day-to-day legal work—without compromising ethical obligations or quality standards. Attendees will see how AI can streamline tasks such as summarizing case law, comparing documents, drafting client communications, generating... More Info
$651.5Technology
