Massachusetts CLE - Litigation Courses
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Massachusetts CLE
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The Anatomy of a Construction Dispute: How They Develop – and How to Prevent Them
Construction conflicts rarely erupt overnight. More often, they take shape incrementally as routine project decisions accumulate and unresolved issues compound. This CLE examines the typical progression of construction disputes over the course of a project, tracing how common project documents and processes—such as RFIs, submittals, change directives, and payment administration—can evolve into formal claims and litigation. With a practical, practice-oriented focus, the program ide... More Info
$291General Credit -
Trade Secret Asset Management: Identifying, Protecting, and Valuing Trade Secrets
This CLE program explores the lifecycle of trade secret assets, with an emphasis on how organizations can systematically identify, secure, and leverage proprietary information. Attendees will examine practical approaches to inventorying and categorizing trade secrets, as well as techniques for evaluating their economic significance within a business. The course also addresses protective measures designed to prevent unauthorized use or disclosure, including internal controls and contract... More Info
$291General Credit -
Advising Franchise Start-Ups: Legal Framework and Attorney Risk Management
This CLE program delivers a structured, practice-focused analysis of the legal and operational framework required to launch and sustain a franchise system. Attorneys will examine entity formation strategies designed to allocate and contain liability, jurisdictional considerations affecting regulatory exposure and taxation, and governance practices that position franchisors for scalable growth. The course provides a detailed review of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), emphasizing... More Info
$291General Credit -
The ABC’s of Rideshare Litigation
This CLE program examines the distinctive legal and practical issues that arise in litigation involving rideshare companies such as Uber and Lyft. Unlike traditional motor vehicle accident claims, rideshare cases often involve layered insurance coverage, complex questions regarding driver status, and the need for targeted discovery from corporate entities and third-party platforms. The course will provide attorneys with a practical framework for evaluating and litigating these claims fr... More Info
$291General Credit -
Francis Scott Key Bridge Allision Litigation Update: Jurisdiction & Limitation of Liability
This CLE program provides a substantive update on the ongoing Francis Scott Key Bridge allision litigation, In re Petition of Grace Ocean Private Limited, et al., Civ. No. 24-0941-JKB (D. Md.), pending in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland. The presentation examines the procedural posture of the case and analyzes key issues arising under the federal Limitation of Liability Act, 46 U.S.C. §§ 30501–30530. Particular attention will be given to the historical purp... More Info
$291General Credit -
Debt Collection in the CFPB Era: Minimizing FDCPA Exposure
Consumer debt collection remains a high-risk practice area, driven by aggressive enforcement and a sophisticated plaintiffs’ bar. Minor missteps under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) can escalate into statutory liability and class litigation, particularly in light of regulatory attention from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. This CLE program offers a streamlined, practitioner-focused examination of the federal compliance landscape governing third-party collectors... More Info
$291General Credit -
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 -
From Default to Discharge: Representing Student Loan Debtors in Bankruptcy
This CLE program examines the renewed pressures facing student loan borrowers as collections activity resumes, and positions bankruptcy as a strategic avenue for relief. The course provides a practical framework for advising clients in default, including when and how bankruptcy can be used to halt collections and create a path toward financial recovery. Focusing on litigation under §523(a)(8), the program breaks down the governing standards for dischargeability and the evolving interpre... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
Small Cases, Big Skills: Mastering Litigation Under $25,000
This CLE program provides a practical proving ground for lawyers seeking to strengthen their courtroom capabilities. The program explores how working within streamlined civil dockets allows practitioners to develop disciplined litigation habits that carry over to more complex and higher-exposure cases. The course emphasizes transferable advocacy skills—case assessment, drafting and responding to pleadings, motion argument, evidentiary foundations, witness examination, and procedural nav... More Info
$291General Credit -
Preparing for Victory in an FGM Case Before USCIS and EOIR
Claims based on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), also referred to as female circumcision, require careful legal analysis and meticulous evidentiary development. This CLE program focuses on the practical and doctrinal aspects of litigating FGM-based asylum claims before USCIS asylum offices and the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). The course addresses the essential legal standards governing FGM claims and provides guidance on assembling persuasive records, including client... More Info
$291General Credit
