LexVid's Ethics/Professional Responsibility CLE Courses

Explore the complexities of conflicts of interest in legal practice, including current and former client conflicts, consent requirements, and the concept of imputation.

Perfectionism and self- doubt has plagued members of the legal profession for years. When the pressure placed on lawyers externally to succeed is outweighed by the pressure lawyers place upon themselves, the impact on mental health can be devastating if left untreated. This program will dive into these issues and more.

Closing case files is not as simple as throwing the file in the trash can. The Rules of Professional Conduct force attorneys to close and dispose of files in an ethical manner taking into consideration client confidentiality (Rule 1.6) and safekeeping of client property (Rule 1.15). This seminar will go through some tips and tricks to properly close files and stay within the Rules of Professional Conduct.

Explore conflicts of interest involving prospective and former clients, with insights on ethical considerations and compliance with the Model Rules of Professional Conduct.

Conducting an effective client intake process isn’t just good practice—it’s an ethical obligation. This course will help attorneys sharpen their client intake skills and help avoid a disciplinary action, malpractice claim, or both.