Texas CLE - Ethics and Professionalism Courses

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Legal Ethics Update: Trends and Challenges for Today’s Lawyers

This CLE session offers a comprehensive survey of the past year’s most influential ethics guidance issued by the ABA and state bar organizations. Rather than simply restating the rules, the program emphasizes how these opinions shape real-world professional conduct and decision-making. The presentation will also delve into prominent ethics concerns that surfaced this year, including the impact of external pressures—particularly political forces—on lawyers and on the broader principle of... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Ethical Armor: Leveraging the Rules of Professional Conduct Against Problem Clients

Challenging clients can test even the most seasoned attorney. When a client is disorganized, overly demanding, or suddenly unresponsive, maintaining professionalism becomes more than a matter of courtesy—it becomes an ethical balancing act. This CLE program takes a practical look at how lawyers can transform the Rules of Professional Conduct from a checklist of duties into a framework for protection. Focusing on competence, diligence, and the scope of representation, the session illustr... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
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

$29

1General Credit
Ethically Promoting Your Legal Practice: Rules, Risks, and Best Practices

How can attorneys expand their practices without crossing ethical lines? This CLE program takes a practical look at the rules that govern lawyer advertising, solicitation, and client communications, offering clear guidance on what is permitted—and what isn’t. The session begins with a discussion of recent ethics opinions and disciplinary decisions, then moves into an analysis of Rules 7.1–7.5, 5.7, and 5.8, along with proposed amendments that could reshape the marketing landscape. From... More Info

$65

2Ethics Credits
Staying Ethical Under Fire: Navigating Immigration Practice Today

Immigration attorneys face extraordinary pressure to advocate fiercely for their clients—but ethical obligations don’t disappear under pressure. This CLE course examines the ethical dimensions of immigration practice, helping lawyers stay compliant while still fighting effectively for their clients. From understanding signature obligations to avoiding frivolous filings, attendees will walk away with tools to navigate real-world challenges. We’ll explore how state and federal rules inte... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Recent Trends in Lawyer Discipline and Ethical Takeaways

In recent years, the legal profession has faced a reckoning: What exactly constitutes misconduct in an era when public trust is waning and the boundaries of professional behavior seem increasingly blurred? This program takes a critical look at the erosion of the once-reliable standards governing attorneys and judges, and the troubling rise of conduct that, while once clearly unacceptable, is now sometimes defended on ideological or social grounds. Across courtrooms and headlines, lawyer... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Ethical Use of Social Media in One's Legal Practice

In today’s digital age, social media has become an unavoidable part of both personal and professional life—including legal practice. This CLE course delves into the ethical pitfalls that attorneys and law firms may encounter across various social media platforms. Participants will examine the common hazards that can jeopardize a lawyer’s ethical standing and reputation, while also learning strategic best practices to sidestep these challenges before they arise. The program also covers... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit
Selective Ethics in Litigation from the Plaintiff's Perspective

Attorneys handling litigated matters must navigate a complex web of ethical rules while vigorously representing their clients. This CLE course will provide a comprehensive examination of the ethical limitations and responsibilities that shape legal advocacy, ensuring that counsel remains within professional and regulatory boundaries. Our panel of experts will share their perspectives on best practices for ethical decision-making, offering practical strategies to help attorneys avoid uni... More Info

$65

1.5Ethics Credits
Recognizing and Handling Conflicts of Interest

Effectively managing conflicts of interest is a crucial aspect of legal ethics, and this course will provide attorneys with the necessary tools to navigate these challenges. The session will cover key considerations for identifying and addressing conflicts, including methods for conflict screening and strategies for handling complex situations such as representing multiple clients, engaging in business transactions with clients, acting as a witness, and working with organizational clients or c... More Info

$34

1Ethics Credit