Iowa CLE - Government and Military Courses
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HIPAA’s Next Wave: NPRM Updates and Compliance Risks
As regulatory scrutiny of healthcare privacy intensifies, attorneys advising healthcare organizations must stay ahead of evolving HIPAA compliance obligations. This CLE program provides a focused analysis of proposed regulatory changes affecting the HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, with an emphasis on identifying emerging risk areas and compliance gaps. The course explores actionable steps organizations and counsel can take now to prepare for anticipated rule changes, including required updat... More Info
$291General Credit -
Truth, Lies and Circuit Splits: Credibility and Well-Founded Fear in Asylum Law
Asylum cases are frequently decided on a single question: whether the adjudicator believes the applicant. Since enactment of the REAL ID Act, credibility determinations have become both more formalized and more unforgiving, with statutory standards that invite rigorous scrutiny of testimony. Yet despite a common federal framework, courts of appeals apply credibility principles unevenly, resulting in significant circuit-level variation that can determine the outcome of a case. This CLE p... More Info
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False Claims Act: Civil & Criminal Strategies
This CLE program examines the strategic drivers behind government enforcement actions under the False Claims Act and the considerations that influence how these cases are investigated, charged, and resolved. Participants will gain insight into the government’s objectives in pursuing FCA matters and how those motivations shape litigation posture and settlement dynamics. The course provides a practical defense roadmap, addressing early case assessment, risk mitigation, and strategies desi... More Info
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Introduction to Special Education Law
This CLE program provides an overview of the legal framework governing special education practice. Attendees will examine the core requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, with particular emphasis on their application under New York State Education Law and Part 200 of the Commissioner’s Regulations. The course also highlights significant case law shaping special education rights and obligations. Through a practica... More Info
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When ICE Comes Knocking: Legal Guidance for Employers and Counsel
When Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents appear at a client’s workplace, every decision—what to say, what to share, and how to respond—carries legal and practical consequences. This CLE course equips attorneys with the tools to guide clients through that high-stakes moment. Participants will review the current and emerging immigration landscape affecting employers, learn what to expect before, during, and after an ICE inspection, and understand the proper handling of emplo... More Info
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Navigating the Policy Process: A Legal Approach to Legislative Advocacy
Attorneys are often asked to interpret and influence legislation on behalf of a wide range of clients—from corporations and advocacy organizations to government bodies. To serve these clients effectively, lawyers must be adept at both understanding legislative processes and communicating complex policy information clearly and persuasively. This CLE course offers a practical framework for building those skills. Participants will learn how to locate and evaluate legislative materials, mon... More Info
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Protecting Vulnerable Plaintiffs: Special Needs Trusts, Public Benefits, and Settlement Planning
Vulnerable plaintiffs—such as individuals with disabilities, minors, or seniors—require thoughtful settlement planning to ensure their long-term needs are met without jeopardizing access to critical public benefits. This CLE course offers a practical guide to the legal strategies and financial tools available to support these clients. Topics include: Choosing between Pooled Special Needs Trusts, Settlement Preservation Trusts, and standalone options Coordinating settlements with pub... More Info
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Local Government Law 101: Foundations for Legal Practice
Local governments influence daily life far more than most people realize—yet their inner workings often remain a mystery. Residents may bristle at tax increases or object to zoning decisions, but they rarely understand the legal and structural reasons those choices are made. Even attorneys who regularly deal with municipal issues may not have a full picture of how local entities function or where their authority begins and ends. This CLE program takes a fresh, accessible look at the bui... More Info
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Federal Fiscal Law
Behind every federal program, contract, and purchase lies the appropriations process—a constitutional framework that determines how money moves through government. This CLE course unpacks that process for attorneys, tracing how Congress authorizes and allocates funds and how agencies, in turn, use those resources to pay for everything from routine office supplies to multi-billion-dollar defense systems. Attendees will explore the legal boundaries Congress has placed on federal spending... More Info
$552General Credits -
Federal Contract Administration
Disputes in Federal contracting rarely arise during the bidding stage—they often emerge once performance is underway. After the parties sign the agreement and begin providing goods or services, it is not unusual to discover that the initial specifications no longer fit the project’s needs. Attempts to revise those terms can invite conflict, whether from the other contracting party or from outside stakeholders who claim the changes violate the solicitation. This CLE program will walk att... More Info
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Federal Procurement Law: Contract Formation
This CLE program offers attorneys an in-depth look at Federal Procurement law—the unique legal framework that regulates how the government acquires goods and services, ranging from everyday office supplies to major infrastructure projects and military hardware, including massive items like aircraft carriers. Participants will explore the lifecycle of government contracts, beginning with solicitations for bids, and examine the policies and procedures that govern interactions between the... More Info
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Beyond Hearsay: Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s New Standard for Preliminary Hearings
For years, Pennsylvania practitioners have grappled with a murky standard for preliminary hearings, uncertain about just how much evidence was needed to proceed. That ambiguity has now ended. In a decisive opinion, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has settled the debate, holding that hearsay alone cannot satisfy the burden of proof at this stage of a criminal case. This CLE program will walk participants through the case’s background, the Court’s analysis, and the decision’s impact on da... More Info
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How Innovators Can Operationalize the GENIUS Act
The passage of the GENIUS Act marked a turning point in the treatment of digital assets, creating the first federal regulatory structure for stablecoins. In the months ahead, a wide range of federal agencies will take part in shaping this framework through notice-and-comment procedures. At the same time, financial institutions, fintech companies, and startups will be actively developing and scaling stablecoin operations within the broader crypto marketplace. This CLE program brings toge... More Info
$291General Credit -
Modern Public Construction Contract Procurement Trends
Public-sector construction projects come with their own unique set of hurdles. Procurement laws and statutory rules often shape — and sometimes restrict — the options that agencies have when selecting a contract delivery method. This course will take a close look at a range of approaches, including emergency contracting, time-and-materials, design-bid-build, design-build, and progressive design-build. You’ll gain an understanding of the historical background behind these methods and exp... More Info
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Cross-Border Challenges: Tariffs, Export Controls, and Immigration for Attorneys
As the United States recalibrates its global strategy, legal practitioners face growing complexity in navigating the rules governing international trade and immigration. This CLE course explores the legal consequences of recent shifts in tariffs, export controls, and cross-border mobility, with a particular focus on U.S. engagement with major Asian economies such as China, India, Japan, and Taiwan. Participants will examine how these developments influence cross-border commerce, regula... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Land Use Law in the Age of Climate Resilience: Renewables, EVs and Regulatory Shifts
As the landscape for renewable energy and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure continues to change, so too do the legal frameworks surrounding them. This CLE program explores these developments at the crossroads of climate resilience and land use regulation, giving lawyers a clear picture of the current regulatory environment. We’ll take a close look at how zoning ordinances, permitting processes, and newly introduced state and federal requirements impact the siting of clean energy faci... More Info
$291General Credit -
How to Free Lifers: Parole Law in California
Securing parole for individuals serving life sentences in California requires a sharp understanding of both legal nuance and human narrative. This CLE course demystifies the parole process for lifers, offering attorneys a practical roadmap to preparing for hearings before the Board of Parole Hearings. From crafting rehabilitation narratives and analyzing psychological assessments to addressing institutional history and legal eligibility, this program equips practitioners with the tools... More Info
$291General Credit -
AI, Cybersecurity and Privacy: What Attorneys Need to Know About Emerging ISO Standards
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes integral to business and public sector operations, attorneys must stay informed about the evolving standards for AI privacy and cybersecurity. This CLE session offers a comprehensive overview of two draft international standards, ISO/IEC 27091 and ISO/IEC 27090, which provide critical frameworks for addressing privacy and security challenges in AI systems. ISO/IEC 27091 focuses on privacy considerations in AI and machine learning, covering transp... More Info
$291General Credit -
Pooled Special Needs Trusts: An Important Tool to Protect Clients & Preserve Public Benefits
This engaging CLE session delves into the critical considerations for attorneys representing clients with disabilities or their families in estate planning, family law, and personal injury cases. Navigating the intricacies of public benefits and future planning presents distinct challenges that demand precision. A pooled special needs trust (PSNT) offers a powerful tool to maintain eligibility for means-tested government programs while enhancing the individual’s well-being. Join us to... More Info
$291General Credit -
Filing a Case Under the United States False Claims Act
Unravel the complexities of whistleblower protections and legal recourse in this CLE course focused on the False Claims Act (FCA). Tailored for attorneys and individuals engaged in federal contracting, this session illuminates the safeguards available to those who reveal fraudulent misconduct. Attendees will gain a clear, actionable grasp of drafting and submitting an FCA complaint under seal, demystifying the process for practical application. More Info
$291General Credit
