Oregon MCLE - Ethics and Specialty Courses

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Diversity & Inclusion in Law: Recognizing the Impact of Implicit Bias on Lawyers and Legal Practice

As the legal profession continues to serve an increasingly diverse population, attorneys must understand how unconscious biases can influence professional relationships, legal decision-making, and the administration of justice. This CLE program examines the concept of implicit bias and its potential effects on interactions with clients, colleagues, witnesses, jurors, and others involved in the legal process. Attendees will explore the ways implicit bias can impact workplace dynamics, re... More Info

$34

1Access Justice
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

$65

1.5Ethics Credits
DEI in Today’s Legal Environment: Court Cases, Federal Challenges, and Public Pressure Campaigns

This CLE program addresses the growing legal and ethical tensions surrounding diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in the modern legal profession. As courts, regulators, and litigants increasingly scrutinize DEI-related policies and programs, attorneys and law firms face new questions regarding compliance, risk management, and professional responsibility. The course will examine the expanding legal challenges affecting DEI efforts across a range of settings, including hiring and... More Info

$34

1Access Justice
Navigating Trauma with Clients: Safeguarding Lawyer Wellness

Attorneys regularly engage with clients navigating highly stressful and emotionally charged circumstances, which can carry cumulative psychological impacts over time. This CLE program examines the often-overlooked phenomenon of secondary trauma in legal practice, with a focus on how repeated exposure to clients’ experiences can shape an attorney’s mental state, decision-making processes, and overall effectiveness. The course provides a practical framework for recognizing indicators of s... More Info

$34

1Mental Health/Abuse
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

$34

1Ethics Credit
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

$34

1Ethics Credit
From High-Functioning to Non-Functioning: Addressing Mental Health and Substance Misuse in the Legal Profession

Many attorneys continue to meet demanding professional obligations while quietly struggling with substance use, mental health challenges, trauma, or chronic stress. Because they are still able to perform at a high level, these issues are often minimized or overlooked—both by the individuals experiencing them and by those around them. Although “high-functioning” is not a clinical diagnosis, the term is commonly used to describe professionals who maintain outward success while underlying... More Info

$34

1Mental Health/Abuse
When Enough Isn’t Enough: Eating, Sex, and Exercise Addictions in the Legal Profession

Eating, sexual activity, and exercise are typically part of a healthy lifestyle—but when these behaviors become excessive, difficult to control, or disruptive, they may indicate compulsive or addictive patterns. In the high-pressure environment of legal practice, these issues can develop quietly and carry significant professional consequences. This CLE program examines how behavioral addictions related to food, sex, and exercise can affect attorneys, including their impact on judgment,... More Info

$34

1Mental Health/Abuse
"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

$34

1Ethics Credit
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

$34

1Ethics Credit