Massachusetts CLE - Criminal Law Courses
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Massachusetts CLE
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Impact of the Supreme Court’s Decision in U.S. v. Salman on the Law of Insider Trading
How does the 2016 ruling in US v Salman impact decisions such as US v Newman and other insider trading issues? How does the personal benefit requirement work and in what way does it ease the government’s burden? This CLE course will explain when the relationship between tipper and tippee satisfies personal benefit and how to resolve these issues in the wake of the Salman case. More Info
$291General Credit -
Introduction to Cannabis Law and Medical Programs
The use of cannabis for medicinal purposes is now legal in many states, making it essential knowledge for practitioners. Presented by Dr. Bernie Lee, one of New York’s leading experts in the subject, this CLE course will begin with basic medical knowledge of cannabis and the endocannabinoid system. Dr. Lee will explain the effect of THC and CBD on the body, the differentiation between the two and its impact on the regulation of cannabis as a medicine. Patricia Heer, Esq., will then present th... More Info
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Introduction to New Jersey Municipal Court Practice
To the uninitiated, the Municipal Court system can be quite foreign to even the most seasoned attorneys. Learn everything you need to know to navigate the Municipal Courts in NJ in this detailed CLE course. The course will introduce New Jersey Court Rule Section 7 and review charges cognizable in Municipal Court. The course will also review: Filing Complaints Procedural Issues Failure to Appear Guilty Pleas Filing Motions Pretrial Motions Trial Procedures Plea Bargaining Divers... More Info
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Know What Evidence You Have and How to Use That Evidence at Trial
Attorneys must go beyond simply uncovering evidence that proves or disproves a case. They must consider how the facts and the law work together and ensure that the evidence they uncover is admitted so that it may impact the outcome of a case. Regardless of whether it is a civil or criminal trial being tried in front of a judge or a jury, when it comes to the presentation of evidence, preparation is key. This CLE course will offer tips and strategies for preparing for evidence presentat... More Info
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Legal Ethics: Confidentiality and Taking Remedial Measures
The issue of confidentiality is critical to the attorney/client relationship. As one of the three primary fiduciary duties a lawyer owes to their client, it is necessary to ensure that clients can discuss sensitive matters with their lawyer. What happens, however, when evidence presented turns out to be false? How do attorneys balance the confidentiality requirement when it conflicts with the lawyer’s obligations of honesty? This CLE course will explain how to address the presentatio... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Legal Pitfalls Relating to Public Relations & Online Media and How it Affects All Practitioners
Esteemed defense attorney Benjamin Brafman presents a riveting and comprehensive examination of the legal and ethical issues that arise in the process of litigation. Though the course does explore the impact of public opinion, the varied and often complex issues explored in this CLE course are not limited to high profile clients and may affect legal proceedings in even the most common of cases. The course will address issues of disclosure, advance discussions of pending litigation, drafting of c... More Info
$341Total Credits0.5 Ethics -
Litigation Strategies for Ending Prohibition
Beginning with a historical overview of US cannabis law from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day, this informative CLE course will highlight milestones that were crucial in shaping policy, public perception, and evolving regulations. The course will review the wide variety of claims made over the years in the drive to reclassify cannabis as well the somewhat confusing judicial decisions in recent years. The course will also present possible future litigation issues. The course w... More Info
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Math as a Powerful Tool in Law: Criminal, Civil, Commercial, Employment and Chapter 11
Surprisingly, statistics and probability are useful tools when handling various legal areas. This is particularly relevant for Title VII actions in which the numbers can reveal whether under-representation by certain minority groups have impacted pay, benefits or employment conditions or whether the differentials are due to chance. This CLE course will explain step-by-step the process of using statistics to make these determinations from defining the populations to taking mathematical... More Info
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New Marijuana Legislation & Vehicular Search & Seizures: Lingering Odor Of Marijuana as Probable Cause & Residue
The New NYS Marijuana Legislation, also known as the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, offers tools for criminal defense attorneys under the new search and seizure protections allowing probable cause to conduct a search of a vehicle as a result of an alleged marijuana odor. This CLE course will review the new legislation and the tools it offers, focusing primarily on the recent case of Police Department v. Xavier J. Williams; Joan R. Salzman, Administrative Law Judge, which applie... More Info
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Nobody is Above the Law: Criminal Procedures Regarding Interrogation, Admissions, and Concession
Defendant statements in a criminal trial are subject to rules governing their admissibility. This CLE course will explain the relevant constitutional rights such as the Fifth, Sixth and Fourteenth Amendments and will specifically address the Texas law relating to confession admissibility. The differences between Texas and federal law in this regard will be examined. More Info
$291General Credit
