Connecticut CLE Course Catalog

This course explores and analyzes the immigration court system; what happens in it and how it is very different from other courts. Peter Afrasiabi reviews real world examples of how people have been deported in absentia for missed hearings and other horror stories.

Join us to examine the convoluted litigation history that underlies this immensely popular, global motion picture franchise. Peter chronicles the key legal disputes that plagued the franchise for much of its storied history, and discusses the interesting and complex legal issues those disputes raised.

Cyber insurance is vital for ransomware readiness. A panel of cybersecurity insurance law experts stresses understanding policies, engaging carriers, and early involvement of law enforcement and insurers. Quick notification and proper coverage are essential for effective response and recovery.

This program includes a discussion of the ethics involved in disqualification motions and the standards by which motions can and should be brought, and should not be brought, along with the governing patchwork regimes of ethics standards to regulate attorney conduct that apply.

Working with the FBI and law enforcement is crucial for companies facing cyber threats, especially ransomware. Cybersecurity law experts discuss best practices and risks. The FBI's victim-centered approach aids in mitigating threats while maintaining confidentiality and gathering evidence.

Panelists discuss security, multi-factor authentication, and training to combat ransomware. Discussion of proactive strategies, collaboration with law enforcement, regulatory agencies, compliance, incident response, and mitigation.

Is there a part of Yellowstone National Park where no one may be charged with any crime? Peter Afrasiabi traces the history of Yellowstone and examines relevant provisions of the U.S. Constitution and federal law to provide an answer to this fascinating legal question.

Two landmark civil rights events occurred in Alabama — the Scottsboro Boys case and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Both of those events have important lessons to teach lawyers about diversity and inclusion in the practice of law. Join the CLE Performer, Stuart Teicher, as he travels to Alabama and delivers a travel-vlog style program

When does ethical witness preparation cross over into unethical witness coaching? The ABA Ethics Committee recently issued Formal Opinion No. 508 that attempts to draw this line with special attention to the unique issues that case arise in remote proceedings. Having spent more than twenty-five years as a law firm and in-house litigator, Zach McGee distills the ABA’s guidance into actionable advice on how best to navigate both traditional and new settings where deposition and trial testimony are being taken. This program also reviews the many benefits of using a deposition prep video with witnesses to help prepare them to testify.

Rules covered include: ABA Model Rules 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 3.3, 3.4, 4.4 & 8.4.