Virginia MCLE - Ethics and Specialty Courses
This is a listing of Ethics and Specialty 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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Live WebinarWednesday, December 31, 20251:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: 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
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarWednesday, January 14, 20262:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The Evolution and Devolution of Civility
This CLE program takes a critical look at the changing expectations of professional conduct within the legal community and the growing concern over declining civility in legal practice. As disputes have become more aggressive and interactions with opposing counsel, courts, and clients increasingly strained, judges have relied more heavily on ethical rules and disciplinary bodies to police attorney behavior. The outcomes of these efforts—particularly in large, high-volume jurisdictions—have bee... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarMonday, January 19, 20263:00 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ghosts in the Machine: Navigating the AI Ethics Frontier
This CLE course focuses on how artificial intelligence is reshaping professional responsibility expectations for today’s lawyers. As AI tools become embedded in legal workflows, attorneys must understand not only how to use them, but how their use alters long-standing ethical duties related to confidentiality, supervision, and fees. This program examines emerging guidance from the ABA and influential state bar authorities and highlights the ethical implications of advanced generative an... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarTuesday, January 20, 20261:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ethics in Mediation Practice: What ABA 518 Means for Attorneys
As mediation becomes a more integral component of dispute resolution, lawyers are expected to navigate increasingly complex ethical considerations. The American Bar Association’s recently issued Formal Opinion 518 has added new clarity—and sparked new debate—about where the limits of neutrality, advocacy, and professional responsibility truly lie. This CLE program offers a practical, attorney-focused look at the implications of ABA 518. Participants will learn how the opinion fits withi... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, January 22, 20261:00 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: The New Definition of Legal Ethics and Competence in the Age of AI
A full description of this course will be coming soon. Stay tuned! More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Live WebinarWednesday, February 4, 20261:30 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Ethical Issues in Ending Client Representation and Collecting Fees
Ending an attorney–client relationship can raise significant ethical and practical challenges. This CLE program examines a lawyer’s professional obligations when withdrawing from or concluding representation, including notice requirements, protecting the client’s interests during transition, and addressing outstanding fees and expenses. Participants will gain practical guidance on navigating these issues in compliance with ethical rules, reducing risk, and managing disengagement from represent... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
Live WebinarThursday, February 12, 202611:00 AM - 12:00 PM Eastern Time (EDT)
Live Webinar: Attorney Conflicts of Interest: What’s New in Ethics and Case Law
Conflicts of interest continue to present some of the most nuanced and consequential issues in legal ethics. This CLE program delivers a current analysis of how attorneys can identify, evaluate, and mitigate conflicts in a wide range of practice settings. Through a review of contemporary developments, participants will examine critical topics such as assessing obligations to former clients, securing and recording effective informed consent, and addressing conflict risks arising from corporate... More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Mindful Lawyering: Emotional Intelligence in Mediation and Legal Practice
Legal practice often demands quick thinking in high-stakes situations—but rapid reactions don’t always lead to the best results. This CLE program examines how mindfulness and emotional intelligence can shift the way attorneys experience and manage challenging moments in mediation, negotiation, and daily client interactions. Through practical examples and accessible strategies, the session demonstrates how deliberate pauses and mindful awareness can improve communication, enhance profess... More Info
$341Well-Being -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Raising the Bar on Mental and Emotional Well Being in the Legal Profession
The legal profession demands precision, stamina, and resilience—but it often comes at the cost of personal well-being. This CLE course offers attorneys an opportunity to step back and reassess how stress affects both their practice and quality of life. Through interactive dialogue and relatable case examples, participants will examine the everyday pressures inherent in different legal environments and learn practical techniques to manage them effectively. Attendees will explore proven m... More Info
$651.5Well-Being -
On-DemandOnline & iOS/Android App
Regulate, Respond, and Resilience: Trauma-Informed Strategies for Attorneys
The legal field demands precision, composure, and performance under constant pressure—conditions that can take a toll on lawyers and staff alike. Beyond individual burnout, sustained exposure to stress and vicarious trauma can weaken team cohesion, ethical judgment, and firm-wide effectiveness. This CLE program shifts the focus from personal coping mechanisms to organizational leadership. Participants will explore how chronic stress and trauma impact professional performance, ethics, an... More Info
$341Well-Being
