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The sessions listed below were originally hosted by NFPA at its 2023 Annual Convention and the recordings are NFPA-Approved CLEs. All recorded sessions are $25 for NFPA members and $50 for non-members. Practice Management - A Paralegal's Guide to Understanding and Opportunities Originally recorded on October 6, 2023 In this session, the presenter will provide an insider’s view of practice management. Tara will discuss the evolution and many organizational interpretations of practice management and why understanding this often unknown or misunderstood function can be critical to the day to day and overall career success of a Paralegal. Using her own career path as an example, Tara will also talk about how a paralegal background and knowledge of the inner workings of an organization can provide a great foundation for exploring future career opportunities in practice management. A frequent national and international speaker, Tara’s sessions are always high energy, thought provoking and full of practical takeaways!
Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. Recent Developments in Employment Law Originally recorded on October 6, 2023 Join us for an engaging discussion on the latest developments in employment law, featuring Andrew Henson as the speaker. Mr. Henson is an experienced labor and employment attorney at Troutman Pepper. He has extensive experience counseling employers and representing them in litigation in state and federal courts. He has successfully represented clients in a wide range of labor and employment matters, including wage & hour class actions, restrictive covenant disputes, government investigations, and discrimination lawsuits.
Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. Recognizing and Interrupting Microaggressions Originally recorded on October 6, 2023 This presentation will explore microaggressions and how to recognize and interrupt them. Words and phrases have an impact whether you “mean” it or not. Many parts of the English language are rooted in racism, sexism, ageism, and other forms of discrimination, all of which must be unlearned. Generally, we all should become more aware of microaggressions, but there should be special attention to and awareness in professional settings. Creating a more inclusive and culturally competent workplace means that each of us has to explore our own unconscious bias in order to become more aware. Leadership must also correct the various types of workplace microaggressions (behavioral, environmental, and verbal) that occur and be very intentional about shifting the workplace culture.
Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 DEI CLE Credit. Project Management for Legal Professionals Originally recorded on October 5, 2023 You may be asking “what is the difference between project management and legal project management and how can this be useful for paralegals? We have the answer! The presenters will explain how principles of project management are similar, regardless of the field of law, and how they can be customized to fit specific fields such as corporate, litigation, and compliance. Workflows of project management are basically the same regardless of the size of the project. The presenters will explain how legal projects have a beginning, middle, and end, and how they produce deliverables with measurable outcomes. In addition to explaining the workflows, the presenters will outline how time, costs, and resources impact legal project planning and execution, while highlighting the steps of defining, planning, executing, and closing a project. Finally, the presenters will describe how paralegals and other legal professionals can make valuable contributions to organizations by utilizing solid and transferrable legal project management skill.
Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. Corporate Compliance Originally recorded on October 5, 2023 This session will provide an overview of what a corporate compliance program is, why a compliance program is needed and help attendees to understand the components of an effective compliance program. In short, a compliance program is a tool that is used to protect your organization’s brand and reputation.
Presented by: Sherene McDougall Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. U.S. Case Law Research Originally recorded on October 5, 2023 This class provides an overview of U.S. case law research, including information about the U.S. federal court system, the publication of court opinions, methods for researching case law, and information about locating records and briefs.
Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. Discovery of Social Media in the Legal Proceedings Originally recorded on October 5, 2023 The continuous rise in social media use (and types) brings a treasure trove of evidence to legal matters and challenges to the Discovery process. Preserving and collecting social media defensibly prevents spoliation and ensures that the evidence can be authenticated, produced and presented at deposition and trial. Examples of discoverable social media (and its metadata) and relevant case law will be reviewed. This presentation concludes with best practices for handling social media in discovery to prepare legal professionals with the knowledge needed to comply with eDiscovery requirements. Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit.
Corporate Governance and Subsidiary Management Originally recorded on October 5, 2023 Presenters will introduce key concepts of corporate governance and subsidiary management that describe the system of processes and practices established by organizations to aid in globalization efforts in today’s increasingly complex world. They will focus on downstream governance, key terminology, legal entity structure, utilization of subsidiaries, and objective approaches to designing and implementing governance frameworks that fit the needs of organizations. Along with outlining the roles the board of directors, officers, and agents of organizations play in performing sound governance, the presenters will outline how and why organizations operate through subsidiaries, and how to select the right type of legal entity to support business. Finally, the presenters will provide examples of global differences in governance practices, and how organizations can utilize the skills and expertise of paralegals in supporting this crucial legal function. Presented by: Chanel Bradden & Michael Lockhart Cost is $25 for Members and $50 for Non-Members. This webinar is worth 1.0 CLE Credit. |
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