Washington CLE Course Catalog

Join Attorney Carolyn Reinach Wolf, Executive Partner and Director of the Mental Health Law Practice at Abrams Fensterman, LLP, and Elizabeth Eckhardt, PhD., Director, Nassau County Bar Foundation, for an insightful discussion on substance abuse among lawyers. They will bring extensive expertise to the table, shedding light on recent trends, risk factors, warning signs, and practical strategies for both personal and professional self-care.

Insider trading enforcement is evolving, with a focus on data analytics and communication channels. Firms must actively prevent insider trading and enforce barriers, though preventing misuse of information by employees can be difficult. Panelists discuss recent cases and trends in enforcement.

Expert cybersecurity law panel discusses ransomware remediation emphasizing fast recovery, prevention, and resilience. Panel introduces a playbook on restoration, recovery, and resiliency within the NIST framework, stressing detailed business plans and legal considerations.

Organizations facing corporate crises and must prioritize strong compliance and crisis management plans. This expert panel discuss how to address risks that arise in the event of a crisis, including assessing the severity, establishing clear reporting lines, and controlling communication.

Navigating the regulatory world of digital assets/cryptocurrency is essential for businesses. Expert panelists discuss the SEC's application of existing securities law to crypto, recent cases like Ripple and XRP lawsuit, and the increasing scrutiny on digital asset offerings.

In the next installment of this popular series, Peter Afrasiabi highlights some crazy, weird criminal, family, tort and regulatory laws that you can’t believe are still on the books.

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.

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

Join Dylan Rudolph of Trucker Huss and William David Pollak of O’Melveny & Myers LLP as they provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of ESG investing as well as the recent changes to the duties of ERISA fiduciaries with respect to the DOL’s new guidelines. Speakers, among other things, will offer best practices for plan sponsors and trustees to successfully navigate the future investment landscape.