Managing Your Workforce in an Age of Mobility, Flexibility and Generational Shifts (REPLAY)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Mar 22, 2023

11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (1.00 hr) Managing Your Workforce in an Age of Mobility, Flexibility and Generational Shifts (REPLAY) Explore the legal, compliance, and employee relations challenges as employees become increasingly dispersed both in terms of geography and expectations, including challenges associated with the rise of remote work, the availability of viable alternatives to traditional employment, and the seemingly growing call for a new understanding of the role of work in life. Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

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Fourth Amendment and More: 2022 Technology Case Law Wrap-Up

STUDIO WEBCAST – Mar 22, 2023

1:00 p.m to 2:00 p.m. (1.00 hr) Fourth Amendment and More: 2022 Technology Case Law Wrap-Up This CLE reviews important recent cases that deal with technology developments in 2022 including: surveillance cases, digital signatures, and Internet-induced human trafficking. Pierre Charles Grosdidier, City of Houston - Houston, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

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First Friday Ethics (April 2023)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Apr 7, 2023

9:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.25 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes:   9:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) A Lawyer's Duty in a Democracy Under Attack Peter M. Curry Jr., Michael Curry Attorney-Mediator - Austin, TX   10:40 a.m. to 11:25 a.m. (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) Ethics “Game Show” (REPLAY) Elizabeth G. (Heidi) Bloch, Greenberg Traurig, LLP - Austin, TX Mia Lorick, Locke Lord LLP - Houston, TX Laurie Ratliff, Laurie Ratliff LLC - Austin, TX Jane M. N. Webre, Scott Douglass & McConnico LLP - Austin, TX   11:35 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. (0.50 hr | 0.50 hr ethics) Ted Lasso Ethics (REPLAY) Charlie Ginn, McCraw Law Group - McKinney, TX 12:15 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) There Is No Bias, Said Nobody Ever (REPLAY) Hon. Audrey Moorehead, Dallas County Criminal Court #3 - Dallas, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

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Artist Rights: The Future of the Copyright Royalty Board for Songwriters

STUDIO WEBCAST – Apr 7, 2023

1:45 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. (1.00 hr) Artist Rights: The Future of the Copyright Royalty Board for Songwriters This panel discusses the history and future of the U.S. Copyright Royalty Board, the federal agency that sets the royalty rate for the government’s compulsory licenses for songs and webcasting among other. Christian L. Castle, Christian L. Castle - Austin, TX Mitch Glazier, Recording Industry Association of America® (RIAA) - Washington, DC Clark Miller, Clark Miller Consulting LLC - New York, NY Abby North, North Music Group LLC - Los Angeles, CA   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

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Religious Accommodation: A Conflict of Rights

STUDIO WEBCAST – May 16, 2023

10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. (0.75 hr) Religious Accommodation: A Conflict of Rights A Conflict of Rights: this topic explores the meaning of religion under Title VII, the intersection of accommodation claims on the one hand and harassment claims on the other, and the shifting understanding of undue burden with respect to religious beliefs and practices. The session also includes a practical discussion of the competing interests that arise when religion and work meet. Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

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Previous Studio Webcasts Now Available On Demand

The FTC’s Proposed Non-Compete Rule: What Texas Lawyers Need to Know

STUDIO WEBCAST – Feb 16, 2023

11:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. (1.00 hr) The FTC’s Proposed Non-Compete Rule: What Texas Lawyers Need to Know Join two frequent litigators of non-compete issues in Texas presenting: What exactly would the FTC’s proposed rule prohibit? How does the FTC define a prohibited “non-compete” clause? How different is the FTC’s proposed rule from existing Texas non-compete law? If the proposed rule is adopted, what will Texas employers need to do? How will it affect Texas non-compete lawsuits? What, if anything, should Texas employers do now in anticipation of the proposed rule? Suzanne Lehman Johnson, Lehman Johnson Law PLLC - Houston, TX Zach Wolfe, Zach Wolfe Law Firm - Houston, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

First Friday Ethics (October 2022)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Oct 7, 2022

10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome (REPLAY) Kiele Linroth Pace, Pacefirm Consulting, LLC - Austin, TX   11:10 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)  Approaches to Privilege During Deposition Breaks (REPLAY) Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX   12:20 p.m. to 12:50 p.m. (0.50 hr | 0.50 hr ethics) Pro Bono Opportunities for Business Attorneys (REPLAY) Angela L. Lee, TALA - Austin, TX Adrian Resendez, Brough & Resendez PLLC - Austin, TX 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (0.50 hr | 0.50 hr ethics) What Every Attorney Needs to Know About Cybersecurity (REPLAY) Jennifer S. Freel, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX Co-Author David Springer, Dropbox, Inc. - Austin, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

First Friday Ethics (August 2022)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Aug 5, 2022

10:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Conflict and Privilege Issues in LLC Member Disputes Greg Sapire, Soltero Sapire Murrell PLLC, Austin, TX   11:10 a.m. to 12:10.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)  What Do You Mean I’m a Witness? (REPLAY) Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P., Austin, TX   12:20 p.m. to 1:20 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Responsible AI: Ethical Considerations and Building Trust through Transparency, Fairness, Accountability (REPLAY) Wendell J. Bartnick, Reed Smith LLP, Houston, TX Brian Luskey, DISCO, Austin, TX If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

First Friday Ethics (July 2022)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jul 1, 2022

9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) When the FBI Comes Knocking (or No-knocking) (REPLAY) Peter B. Haskel, Bojorquez Law Firm, PC, Lewes, DE   10:10 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)  Ethical Issues Facing In-House Counsel (REPLAY) Jay Dewald, Norton Rose Fulbright, Dallas, TX Paul E. Coggins, Locke Lord LLP, Dallas, TX Matthew G. Nielsen, Bracewell LLP, Dallas, TX Kelly Vickers, Kimberly Clark Corp., Dallas, TX 11:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Ethics Potpourri for IP Practitioners (REPLAY) David Hricik, Mercer University School of Law, Macon, GA   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Non-Compete Essentials: From Drafting to Litigating (REPLAY)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jun 9, 2022

11:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (3.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Non-Compete Essentials (REPLAY) This four-part short course will cover the essentials of Texas non-compete law, covering the entire life cycle of a non-compete, from drafting, to hiring an employee who has a non-compete, to the exit interview, demand letter, TRO hearing, temporary injunction hearing, summary judgment, trial, and appeal. Join moderator Zach Wolfe and other leading experts as they explore:   Part 1: Basics of Texas Non-Compete Law and Drafting the Non-Compete  Part 2: Hiring an Employee With a Non-Compete  Part 3: TRO and Temporary Injunction Hearing  Part 4: Enforcing the Non-Compete: Summary Judgment Through Trial and Appeal    Featuring speakers: (Moderator) Zach Wolfe, Houston; Paloma Ahmadi, San Antonio; Elisaveta “Leiza” Dolghih, Robert Ford, Houston; Dallas; Kendyl Hanks, Austin; Christopher D. Porter, Houston. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

First Friday Ethics (April 2022)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Apr 1, 2022

10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. (3.25 hr | 3.25 hr ethics) Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: Acting Ethically Even While Seething with Dislike (REPLAY) DeDe Church & Associates, LLC, Austin, TX ​Here we are, trying to be ethical professionals in the middle of a swirling culture of contempt. It has become very easy to see clients and counsel who disagree with us, not as merely incorrect, but as worthless and defective. How do we function ethically within today’s culture? Together we'll lay out cutting-edge behavioral research, ancient wisdom, current anecdotes, and common sense to create a pathway beyond mere tolerance and co-existence.   Ethics of Contract Drafting (REPLAY) Claude E. Ducloux, Attorney at Law - Austin, TX Do you have to tell your opposing counsel about a mistake they made if the mistake helps you? What if they change a term and you don’t catch it before it’s been signed? Join Claude Ducloux as he discusses 6 common situations where the wrong decision can cost you money, and even a grievance. Voir Dire Becomes Voir Google: Ethical Concerns of 21st Century Jury Selection (REPLAY) John G. Browning, Spencer Fane - Plano, TX Engaging in online research about prospective jurors can yield game-changing information, but there are ethical risks for lawyers in doing so. Using real world examples from cases and ethics opinions, this program offers invaluable guidance for lawyers in navigating the ethical boundaries of turning voir dire into “voir Google.”  The Ethical Traps of Joint Representations in IP Cases (REPLAY) Justin Cohen, Holland & Knight LLP, Dallas, TX This presentation covers the ethical issues involved in representing multiple parties in the same patent or trademark case, such as privilege, confidentiality, conflicts, disputes, and negotiating settlements. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Commercial Litigation Funding 101: The Nuts and Bolts for Every Lawyer

STUDIO WEBCAST – Oct 21, 2021

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (1.00 hr) In this program, Amy Geise and Raj Duvvuri of Omni Bridgeway will introduce viewers to the fundamentals of commercial litigation funding, including common applications, deal mechanics, and financial structures. They will also address frequently-raised ethical questions regarding fee splitting, confidentiality, privilege, and champerty. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Advanced Commercial Litigation Funding: Special Considerations for Your Practice Group

STUDIO WEBCAST – Oct 21, 2021

1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. (1.00 hr) In this program, Omni Bridgeway’s resident experts will address special considerations for practitioners considering litigation funding across four different practice areas:   Intellectual Property: Sarah Tsou will address how Omni selects IP cases for investment and unique pricing and deal structures for IP cases. International Arbitration: Nilufar Hossain will discuss why litigation funding is ideal for international arbitration disputes including the benefits of working with an experienced arbitration funder like Omni Bridgeway. Bankruptcy: Ken Epstein will cover how litigation funding works in bankruptcy and address unique ethical issues related to bankruptcy funding. He will also explain risk sharing arrangements available to insolvent parties working with a funder and explore several case studies as examples. Appeals: Amy Geise will explain how litigation funding differs in the appellate context, focusing on deal structure, risk profile, and pricing. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Communication before the USPTO

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jun 18, 2021

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (1.00 hr) Join Ira and Matt as they explore how to focus on the practical side of how to conduct one's self with the USPTO in terms of interviews, correspondence and communications. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!