Virginia MCLE - Ethics Credit Courses
This is a listing of Ethics Credit CLE Courses for Virginia. Please make your selection below of Virginia CLE courses. Click "Add To Cart" to purchase Individual CLE Courses. For more information about a particular CLE course, click on the "More Info" link. Click the "Preview" button to view a short preview of the course.
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Courses purchased through the United Institute for Continuing Legal Education are provided and fully accredited by The National Academy of Continuing Legal Education, an approved Virginia State Bar MCLE Accredited Sponsor. To view our full accreditation details please .
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Weaponizing Rule 1.7 Against Insurance Defense Counsel
Throughout the country, liability insurers defend their policyholders against liability disputes. To do so, they hire pre-approved panel of defense counsel with two goals: 1) To protect the insurer’s interests as potential indemnitor, and 2) To represent the policyholder as a party to a liability dispute The Rules of Professional Conduct, Rule 1.7 impose six prongs of ethical prohibitions and permissions on counsel, each of which is investigated and analyzed to ensure compliance. This i... More Info
$652Ethics Credits -
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Third Annual Litigation Ethics Summit
Even under normal circumstances, the application of ethics during litigation is challenging. But during times of upheaval, with a downward pressure on fees it becomes even more difficult. The current work from home environment also contributes, adding to compliance risk. Where’s the line between lying and exaggeration in settlement discussion? How do we maneuver aggressiveness from opposing funds? This CLE course, presented as part of Frankfurt Kurnit’s Third Annual Litigation Ethics S... More Info
$953Ethics Credits -
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The Ten Worst Ethics Nightmares You Can Have
Legal ethics are a dangerous area – one mistake can derail your career. This CLE course will present a rapid analysis of the 10 disastrous legal ethics errors you can. The ABA Model Rules of Professional Responsibility are often a solid guide for clarity in the ethical expectations of the legal profession, nothing is more impactful than real-life scenarios. While these errors are not totally inclusive of the challenges facing practitioners today, those actively engaged in the practice... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
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The Nuts and Bolts of Ethics: No Nonsense
Ethical values may change with the times, but the concept of ethics in business has been around for a long time. This CLE course will explore the origins of ethics and how ethical obligations continue to impact what is considered honorable behavior amongst attorneys today. The course will address the 5 C’s – Competence, Communication, Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest and Candor) of the Ethical Guidelines of Virgina. The impact of each of these on an attorney’s ability to practice... More Info
$652Ethics Credits -
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The Ethics of Witness Preparation: Does ABA Ethics Rules Change the Dynamics for Preparing Witnesses?
Led by a team of highly experienced trial and litigation specialists, this informative CLE course will address the impact of new ABA Formal Opinion 508, “The Ethics of Witness Preparation,”. The course will present the impact of the opinion on counsel’s approach to working with witnesses, including a client, who must testify at deposition and trial. The course will address how the opinion changes the ethics rules as well as discuss the ethical limits when working with favorable witnes... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
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The Ethics of Social Media and Attorney Competency
The ethical use of social media to build your referral network is fraught with pitfalls. Whether referring to advertising, solicitation or attorney communication, the Rules of Professional Conduct must be used to ensure you do not cross any ethical lines. This CLE course will cover these rules as they relate to internet marketing and advertising and will highlight where the ethical standards have fallen behind of advancing technology. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
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The Ethics of Criminal Trial Practice
Criminal cases are daunting endeavors that are filled with complications. Yet beyond factual analysis and legal considerations are the ethical issues that may arise. This CLE course will explain the ethical responsibilities that every trial litigator may face. The course will present the various ethical considerations that are likely to come up before and during the trial process and these issues should be addressed and handled. More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
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The Ethics of Cannabis Law
The cannabis industry is complex and dynamic, as are the ethical considerations surrounding representation, starting with the legal issues and ethics of representing cannabis clients. This CLE course will present a variety of legal scenarios that often arise as well as the current status of the federal and state stance on marijuana and the prospect for reform. The course will address the strategies currently being employed to mitigate risk and how the courts have attempted to reconcile... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
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Tell it Straight, Keep it Straight, Drink it Straight - Practicing Ethics in the Personal Injury Practice
This informative CLE course will address the application of ABA Model Rules 1.4, 1.7, 1.8 and 1.15 in personal injury law. The course will emphasize clear communication with clients, the importance of safeguarding client information and property and managing conflicts of interest. Tips and strategies for effectively balancing these ethical responsibilities, particularly in scenarios that involve complex relationships between drivers and passengers, and how to manage insurance settlem... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
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Remote Legal Work in the Post-Pandemic Age
COVID-19 has taught us that remote work can be successful. Even for lawyers. Yet the professional responsibility rules that attorneys must abide by, can make remote work complicated. This CLE course will address the disconnect between practicing law remotely and the legal and ethical guidelines that dictate attorney behavior. The course will raise hypothetical situations to address the main issues including working remotely across state lines, in-state requirements and virtual offices... More Info
$341Ethics Credit
