Oregon MCLE - Litigation Courses
Oregon MCLE
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Courses purchased through UnitedCLE.com are provided and fully accredited by The National Academy of Continuing Legal Education, an Oregon State Bar Program Sponsor. All courses offered on UnitedCLE.com for Oregon attorneys have been individually approved for MCLE credit by the Oregon State Bar. To view our full accreditation details please .
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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
$291General Credit -
Modern Criminal Law Practice: Updates and Evidentiary Challenges
This CLE program offers a comparative, jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction examination of how recent criminal law reforms are reshaping practice in Pennsylvania, New York, Texas, and California. The course focuses on legislative and judicial developments that materially affect how cases are charged, litigated, and resolved, including changes to substantive offenses, sentencing and resentencing authority, bail and pretrial release standards, probation and diversion programs, and victims’ rights statut... More Info
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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 -
Preparing Vulnerable Witnesses for Testimony
This CLE program offers practical guidance for attorneys who represent survivors of domestic violence and other vulnerable or apprehensive witnesses in contested proceedings. The course focuses on effective preparation for testimony, including techniques for fostering client confidence, developing clear and credible testimony themes, and navigating the challenges of rigorous cross-examination. Participants will also gain insight into refining their own courtroom approach to better supp... More Info
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Service, Therapy, Emotional Support, and Courtroom Animals: Laws, Practices, and Policies
Animals assist people in many different ways, yet the legal landscape governing their use is far from uniform. Service animals, therapy animals, emotional support animals, and animals used in courtroom settings each serve unique roles—and each is subject to its own set of rules, requirements, and expectations. This CLE program offers a clear and practical exploration of these categories, outlining how they differ in purpose, training, and legal status. Participants will examine the fede... More Info
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Tax Aspects of Civil Litigation
This CLE explores the tax issues that routinely arise in civil disputes and settlements. Participants will examine how federal income tax law characterizes different types of monetary recoveries and how those classifications influence a client’s ultimate financial outcome. The program also addresses the rules that restrict when parties can deduct payments made to resolve claims. In addition, the presentation will walk through several important tax provisions relevant to litigators, inc... More Info
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Shaping Deposition Testimony to Win Your Case
A well-executed deposition is often a critical turning point in litigation. This CLE program offers a hands-on look at how lawyers can guide testimony with purpose, reinforce key legal theories, and steer clear of common missteps that weaken the record. Attendees will develop practical skills to: Confidently prepare lay and expert witnesses for accurate, persuasive statements under oath Conduct depositions that frame the facts on favorable terms and limit room for backtracking Buil... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
When Obviousness Isn’t Obvious: The Purdue Pharma v. Accord Decision
The Supreme Court’s decision not to review Purdue Pharma L.P. v. Accord Healthcare, Inc. (No. 24-1132) leaves the Federal Circuit’s opinion (No. 2023-1953, Dec. 30, 2024) as the leading authority on the nexus requirement for objective indicia of non-obviousness. This CLE program revisits Purdue’s approach at both the trial and appellate levels, offering a close examination of how arguments on obviousness and secondary considerations were developed and received. Participants will explor... More Info
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Climate Science in Court
Climate change is reshaping not only our planet, but also the practice of law. This CLE program introduces the fundamentals of climate science and examines how litigation is driving new legal doctrines worldwide—from Held v. Montana to landmark decisions in The Hague. Participants will explore how courts evaluate climate evidence, the evolving standards of proof, and the intersections of domestic and international climate law. A clear, fast-paced overview for any lawyer looking to unde... More Info
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Current Issues in Animal Law
The relationship between humans and animals raises legal, ethical, and practical questions that reach far beyond traditional concepts of property law. This CLE program explores how courts and legislatures are responding to the complex issues that arise when animals are viewed as companions, victims, and stakeholders in society. Participants will survey the primary statutes, case law, and ordinances that govern animal-related matters, while also examining topics such as animal welfare, c... More Info
$552General Credits
