Washington DC CLE - All Courses
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Washington DC CLE
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Cross Examination of the Arresting Officer and DRE in a DWAI Drugs Case
Navigating DWAI drug cases and effectively representing clients requires knowledge and strategy. This CLE course will use practical examples to explain the various methods of cross-examining an arresting officer. Drawing on the knowledge of a former drug recognition expert, the course will then pivot to the cross-examination of the DRE including a discussion of protocol and how to determine the correct drug category to apply. The course will conclude with a discussion on how to uncover... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
The Patent Process for the Curious: What Lawyers Need to Know
Patent law is one of the lesser known areas of law, in particular from a procedural standpoint. Special licensing and exclusive exams, as well as an undergraduate degree in science or engineering, dictate who can practice patent law and only practitioners will have real in-depth knowledge. With only about 40,000 active practitioners in the US, course work in the field is extremely limited. Regardless, it isn’t uncommon for an attorney with little or no background in patent prosecution... More Info
$291General Credit -
Ethical Considerations for Counseling IRC Section 1031 Exchanges
With a focus on the Rules of Professional Conduct as they relate to 1031 Exchanges, this CLE course will address scope of representation, competency, issues related to conflict of interest and selection considerations of the Qualified Intermediary. Related case studies will be presented throughout. More Info
$341Ethics Credit -
International Joint Ventures: Problems, Solutions and Approaches
The legal issues surrounding cross-border joint ventures (JVs) can be somewhat complex. This CLE course will address all the basics such as purpose, management, governance and capital contributions. The course will also cover veto rights, profit distributions, transfer restrictions, minority protections and dispute resolution specifically within the context of international or cross-border ventures which means that cultural and foreign law issues, international taxation, profit repatri... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Discovery in a Tractor Trailer Case
Truck crash litigation is unlike standard vehicular cases. This CLE course will take you step-by-step through the truck crash litigation process to ensure success. The course will also address court order which may seek the restriction of movement with regards to exigent evidence and will include a discussion on preserving vital documents as well as the advantageous use of the Freedom of Information Act. More Info
$291General Credit -
NFL Contract Advisors: So You Want to Be An Agent
The obligations of managing high profile athletes falls primarily on agents, and agents rely on lawyers to advise them. This CLE course will cover NFLPA certification requirements, agent eligibility, standards of conduct, particularly the NFL’s personal conduct policy, and prohibited actions for agents. The course will also cover contractual issues between agents and players and between players and teams. The course will also take a look at “bad client behavior” in the NFL, using real-... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
I Want the Truth! How to Use Impeachment Effectively In Court
Effective impeachment of a witness under the Federal Rules of Evidence requires both skills and strategy. This CLE course will offer a thorough analysis of the relevant rules of evidence, primary impeachment methods and tips for conducting an effective witness impeachment. Real world examples of impeachment during a trial will be presented. More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Meteorology and the Law: Hazardous Weather Preparedness and Litigation
Weather-related lawsuits primarily stem from a failure to properly prepare for weather-related events, whether due to lack of knowledge or misinformation. Advance preparation for major or even minor weather hazards can protect lives, property and communities, particularly in a changing climate. This CLE course will introduce a survey of the field of forensic meteorology and explain how weather data is analyzed to reconstruct past events and anticipate future ones. The course will provi... More Info
$291.25General Credits -
Man Your Battle Stations: Construction Claims & Successful Resolution
This CLE course will provide the background needed to effectively look at claims, both in preparation and the review stages. The course will offer alternative avenues to address various claims, both with regards to time and cost as well as how to recruit the most effective expert to achieve success for you and your client. The course will take into account issues such as record-keeping and documentation, alternative views on events related to the claim, client handling of the situation... More Info
$812.75General Credits -
Counsel’s Role in Adopting, Implementing & Enforcing a Code of Ethics
Codes of Ethics are designed to ensure that employees abide by a uniform standard of behavior. These codes create behavioral norms throughout a company or organization which protects both the entity and its employees. But what does a code imply? Are they rules? Suggestions? Guidelines? To what degree are they enforceable? This CLE course will explain how to regard a code of ethics as well as the role of attorneys in both designing and implementing them. The course will also address the... More Info
$341Ethics Credit
