Iowa CLE - Ethics and Professionalism Courses
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Live WebinarWednesday, October 21, 202611:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Agency Law: The DNA of Legal Ethics
Attorneys serve as agents for their clients, but their role as licensed professionals carries ethical obligations that extend beyond the ordinary duties imposed by Agency Law. Understanding the principles of agency provides an important framework for recognizing when ethical duties arise, analyzing professional responsibility issues, and making sound decisions in challenging situations. This one-hour CLE, presented by a former law school adjunct professor who taught Agency Law for more... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, November 12, 202610:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The Rules of the Road for AI and Patent Practice
A full description of this course will be coming soon. Stay tuned! More Info
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Who’s Really in Charge in Mediation? ABA Formal Opinion 518 and the Shifting Boundaries for Advocates and Neutrals
This CLE program explores the professional responsibilities and ethical boundaries that arise when attorneys serve as mediators or represent clients in mediation proceedings. Focusing on the guidance set forth in ABA Formal Opinion 518, the course examines how the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct apply to third-party neutral mediators and influence attorney conduct during settlement negotiations. Attendees will review core ethical principles governing neutrality, candor, and comm... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Legal Ethics in the Digital Age: Competence, AI, and Professional Responsibility
The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence, expanding cybersecurity risks, and evolving digital practice tools are reshaping the ethical responsibilities of attorneys. This CLE program examines how long-standing professional conduct rules apply to modern legal practice, with a focus on maintaining competence, protecting client confidentiality, supervising the use of technology, communicating effectively with clients, and ensuring candor before the court. Participants will explore how... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Avoiding Conflicts of Interest in Transactional Practice
Conflicts of interest are often associated with litigation, but they arise just as frequently—and often more subtly—in transactional practice. Unlike courtroom settings, where conflicts may be more visible, transactional lawyers must navigate nuanced relationships and evolving client interests that can make identifying and managing conflicts more complex. This program examines the unique conflicts challenges faced by transactional attorneys, with a focus on practical guidance in areas s... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Navigating Emerging Ethical Issues: Withdrawal and Fair Jury Selection
This CLE program explores two developing pressure points in legal ethics: attorney withdrawal and nondiscriminatory jury selection. Focusing on real-world litigation dynamics, the course analyzes how counsel can seek to withdraw when faced with client misconduct or breakdowns in representation while preserving confidentiality and complying with court expectations for disclosure. The program also examines the continuing evolution of fair jury selection, including the boundaries of permis... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Balancing Zeal and Professionalism
This CLE program explores how the notion of “zealous advocacy” has been reframed in contemporary legal ethics and practice. While earlier formulations emphasized aggressive representation as a core professional duty, modern standards place greater weight on judgment, civility, and the lawyer’s broader obligations to the legal system. Through an examination of Georgia’s Lawyer’s Creed, the Aspirational Statement on Professionalism, and the analytical framework developed by Nathan M. Crys... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
High Stakes, High Standards: Tax Ethics for Every Attorney
Tax law has long been recognized by attorneys as a specialized field with its own distinct demands. Beyond its inherent technical sophistication, the practice imposes a layered ethical framework that extends well beyond the baseline standards applicable to most legal disciplines. In addition to complying with the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable state ethics rules, tax practitioners must also adhere to IRS Circular 230 and remain mindful of penalty provisions embed... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
"So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing
One of the most consequential questions in any criminal case is simple: “So, do I have to go to jail?” For defense counsel, this question often comes from a client confronting the possibility of incarceration. For prosecutors, it reflects the gravity of decisions surrounding sentencing recommendations and the exercise of discretion. This program examines the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when attorneys address the prospect of incarceration. The cour... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Ethical Responsibilities in Law Office Management and the Supervision of Non-Lawyers
This CLE program examines the ethical framework governing law office management, with a particular focus on the supervision of non-lawyer staff and subordinate attorneys. While many practitioners are familiar with the Rules of Professional Conduct in theory, their practical application in day-to-day firm operations often presents nuanced challenges and potential risk exposure. The course will provide a comprehensive analysis of a lawyer’s supervisory responsibilities, including the duty... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Reviewing the Attorney Advertising Rules and How They Apply to Changes in Advertising and AI-Powered Content Creation
This CLE course explores how attorneys can expand their visibility and client base while remaining fully compliant with professional responsibility rules governing advertising and solicitation. The program provides a clear overview of the regulatory landscape and offers practical direction on structuring marketing initiatives that align with ethical obligations. Participants will review common risk areas across both traditional outreach and digital channels, with a focus on avoiding mis... More Info
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
The PI Lien Playbook: Legal, Ethical, and Practical Strategies
This CLE program examines the intricate legal and ethical landscape governing personal injury lien resolution. Participants will gain a practical understanding of how to identify and analyze a wide range of lien interests, including medical providers, government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, and other third-party claimants. The course emphasizes strategic approaches to lien negotiation and reduction, along with best practices for ensuring compliance with applicable laws and professio... More Info
$652Total Credits1 Ethics -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Attorney Conflicts of Interest: What’s New in Ethics Opinions and Case Law
Conflicts of interest continue to present some of the most nuanced and consequential issues in legal ethics. This CLE program delivers a current analysis of how attorneys can identify, evaluate, and mitigate conflicts in a wide range of practice settings. Through a review of contemporary developments, participants will examine critical topics such as assessing obligations to former clients, securing and recording effective informed consent, and addressing conflict risks arising from corporate... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Four + Ethics Challenges for Civil Litigators
Ethical issues in civil litigation most often arise not from intentional misconduct, but from routine strategic decisions made under time pressure. This CLE program examines four critical ethics challenges—and a fifth, overarching obligation—that regularly confront civil litigators in today’s practice. The course reviews foundational principles of professional responsibility and applies them to common litigation scenarios, including the ethical limits of client witness preparation. It a... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Ethical Issues in Ending Client Representation and Collecting Fees
Ending an attorney–client relationship can raise significant ethical and practical challenges. This CLE program examines a lawyer’s professional obligations when withdrawing from or concluding representation, including notice requirements, protecting the client’s interests during transition, and addressing outstanding fees and expenses. Participants will gain practical guidance on navigating these issues in compliance with ethical rules, reducing risk, and managing disengagement from represent... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Professional Responsibility in Law Firm Transitions
This professional responsibility and legal ethics CLE addresses the ethical challenges lawyers face when firms change ownership, leadership, or structure. This course focuses on the ethical duties imposed by the Rules of Professional Conduct when selling, acquiring, expanding, or winding down a law practice, with an emphasis on safeguarding client interests and maintaining compliance during transition. The program examines ethics rules governing law firm sales and acquisitions, includin... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Ethics in Mediation Practice: What ABA 518 Means for Attorneys
As mediation becomes a more integral component of dispute resolution, lawyers are expected to navigate increasingly complex ethical considerations. The American Bar Association’s recently issued Formal Opinion 518 has added new clarity—and sparked new debate—about where the limits of neutrality, advocacy, and professional responsibility truly lie. This CLE program offers a practical, attorney-focused look at the implications of ABA 518. Participants will learn how the opinion fits withi... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Ghosts in the Machine: Navigating the AI Ethics Frontier
This CLE course focuses on how artificial intelligence is reshaping professional responsibility expectations for today’s lawyers. As AI tools become embedded in legal workflows, attorneys must understand not only how to use them, but how their use alters long-standing ethical duties related to confidentiality, supervision, and fees. This program examines emerging guidance from the ABA and influential state bar authorities and highlights the ethical implications of advanced generative an... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
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
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Legal Ethics Update: Trends and Challenges for Today’s Lawyers
This CLE session offers a comprehensive survey of the past year’s most influential ethics guidance issued by the ABA and state bar organizations. Rather than simply restating the rules, the program emphasizes how these opinions shape real-world professional conduct and decision-making. The presentation will also delve into prominent ethics concerns that surfaced this year, including the impact of external pressures—particularly political forces—on lawyers and on the broader principle of... More Info
$341Ethics Credit
