Texas CLE - Business Law Courses
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Drafting Stronger Patents: A Practical Project Management-Based Framework for Surviving Alice
This CLE program explores a structured methodology for preparing patent applications that can withstand eligibility scrutiny under 35 U.S.C. § 101. Taught by a patent attorney and former USPTO examiner from Business Methods Technology Center 3600, the session adapts project-management principles to the realities of patent drafting and prosecution. The course highlights practical techniques practitioners can implement immediately, drawing on current USPTO guidance such as the August 2025... More Info
$291General Credit -
Immigration in Mergers and Acquisitions: What You Don’t Know Will Hurt You
This CLE program provides a clear, practical overview of the immigration challenges that arise during corporate mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and internal restructurings. When U.S. employers undergo these transactions, they must ensure the continuity of work authorization for foreign national employees, preserve the validity of existing immigration petitions, and assess whether “successor in interest” obligations apply under federal law. Participants will learn the key regulato... More Info
$291General Credit -
Cannabis, Banking & Real Estate: Key Legal Updates
This CLE program examines the rapidly shifting legal and regulatory framework governing cannabis-related activity across the United States. Participants will receive timely analysis of federal and state legalization trends, emerging compliance challenges, and the practical realities of operating within a partially legalized market, including developments affecting financial services and access to banking. The program also addresses regulatory oversight of cannabis-derived pharmaceutical... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
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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The Lawyer’s Playbook: Managing Egos, Elites, and NFL Expectations
From the NFL to the NCAA, the legal and compliance landscape of sports is changing fast. This CLE course examines the challenges lawyers face when representing athletes, agents, and institutions — from managing volatile personalities to making tough calls in ethical gray zones. Learn how emerging regulatory trends are reshaping the rules of the game for sports and compliance professionals alike. More Info
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Privacy, Data Security and Cyberattacks: Overview, Prevention and Proactive Responses
Law firms hold highly sensitive client data and are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals. Are you doing enough to protect your network and meet your ethical duties? This CLE course covers the essential steps lawyers must take to secure confidential information, including: Recognizing common cyber threats like phishing Training staff to prevent breaches Creating a response plan for cyberattacks Understanding legal and ethical requirements under state laws Learn how to protect y... More Info
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The Strictest Conflict Rule: Exploring Rule 1.8(a) and Business Transactions with Clients
Among the conflict rules, none is more exacting than Rule 1.8(a). It is the provision that governs when a lawyer enters into a business transaction with a client, and its requirements are uniquely strict. This CLE course will unpack the meaning of a “business transaction” in the professional responsibility context and consider which client arrangements fall under the Rule’s umbrella. We will then turn to the difficult question of waiver: can these conflicts ever be waived, and if so, wh... More Info
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Leading Lawyers Through Change: Breaking the Resistance Cycle
In a profession built on precedent and precision, change can be one of the toughest challenges to navigate. This CLE program equips attorneys, firm leaders, and in-house counsel with neuroscience-based tools to lead through resistance and drive meaningful change in legal environments. Moving beyond abstract theory, the session focuses on actionable strategies designed for the unique culture and pressures of law firms and legal departments. Participants will explore how the brain respond... More Info
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Building an AI Governance Framework for Your Law Firm: Policies, Procedures, and Ongoing Compliance
Law firms adopting artificial intelligence tools encounter not only new efficiencies but also a host of challenges, from operational concerns to evolving professional obligations. This CLE program guides attorneys through the process of designing and rolling out internal AI governance structures that both reduce risk and support responsible use. The session explores how firms can safeguard client data, maintain ethical standards of confidentiality and competence, and ensure consistent... More Info
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From Prompt to Practice: Using AI in The Legal Field
As AI tools like ChatGPT become increasingly accessible, legal professionals are under growing pressure to understand both their practical applications and professional risks. This CLE course offers attorneys a clear, hands-on introduction to using generative AI in day-to-day legal work—without compromising ethical obligations or quality standards. Attendees will see how AI can streamline tasks such as summarizing case law, comparing documents, drafting client communications, generating... More Info
$551.5General Credits
