Texas CLE - Litigation Courses
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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
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The Art of Money Negotiation in Mediation: A CLE for Legal Advocates
Monetary negotiations are often the most challenging—and consequential—component of mediating civil disputes. This CLE course offers a comprehensive examination of how parties and mediators approach the exchange of money in mediation, from initial demands and offers to final compromise. Attendees will analyze the competitive and cooperative models that shape negotiation behavior and learn how concepts like risk tolerance, cognitive dissonance, and game theory influence decision-making.... More Info
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Protecting Vulnerable Plaintiffs: Special Needs Trusts, Public Benefits, and Settlement Planning
Vulnerable plaintiffs—such as individuals with disabilities, minors, or seniors—require thoughtful settlement planning to ensure their long-term needs are met without jeopardizing access to critical public benefits. This CLE course offers a practical guide to the legal strategies and financial tools available to support these clients. Topics include: Choosing between Pooled Special Needs Trusts, Settlement Preservation Trusts, and standalone options Coordinating settlements with pub... More Info
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Religious Head Coverings in Court: Legal and Jewish Law Perspectives
Questions about religious expression in the courtroom—such as whether an attorney may wear a yarmulke during proceedings—highlight the intersection of faith, professional ethics, and constitutional law. This CLE program explores how U.S. courts have addressed religious head coverings under the First Amendment and related doctrines, and how those rulings compare with perspectives found in Jewish law (Halacha). Through discussion of key cases and practical examples, participants... More Info
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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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Using Electronic Medical Records Evidence at Trial
Attorneys handling healthcare and tort litigation must increasingly grapple with the complexities of electronic medical data. This CLE program provides a detailed examination of the legal contours surrounding electronically stored health information, including how it is defined under the law and the evidentiary hurdles involved in introducing it at trial. The session will delve into the mechanics of discovery as a means of laying proper foundation, and will address key evidentiary rule... 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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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
