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Litigation regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances has continued to evolve, from product liability to environmental litigation to consumer class actions. Recent and forthcoming regulations continue to add new dimensions, potentially impacting multiple areas of legal practice and a variety of industries. Particularly, these claims have reached across the supply chain, including retailers and distributors, with novel legal theories, further underscoring the need to stay abreast for recent trends in this area.

As disputes within the financial industry come under the purview of FINRA’s Dispute Resolution Program, mastering the selection of arbitrators, staying updated on rule changes, and strategizing for employment law claims become paramount. This CLE course offers a deep dive into these crucial aspects, providing attendees with indispensable insights for achieving success in FINRA arbitration.

In this course, expert counselor in compliance and global trade regulations, Carolyn Schroll of Kelley Drye & Warren LLP, will provide a comprehensive analysis of FCPA enforcement trends. She will examine recent enforcement actions and changes to FCPA policies and compliance guidance, highlight key challenges, and offer invaluable compliance strategies to mitigate legal risks.

In today's rapidly evolving workplace, understanding and integrating self-care practices that resonate across diverse generational perspectives is crucial for fostering a culture of mental health and well-being. This session will delve into how varying generational values and experiences shape self-care and mental health practices in the modern work environment. Join our expert speakers as they provide real-world examples and discuss collaborative efforts designed to equip you with the tools to implement a forward-thinking approach to mental health and self-care in your organization.

In this 1-hour course, Dr. Brian Russell, Licensed Psychologist and Attorney, discusses issues encountered and interventions employed repeatedly in years of psychotherapy sessions with attorneys. Topics include "impostor syndrome," perfectionism, burnout, and spillover effects on relationships outside of work, as well as tips to help attorneys manage work-related stress more healthily, effectively, and sustainably.

As companies expand globally, ensuring pay equity and meeting pay disclosure and reporting requirements becomes increasingly complex. Our panel of experts will discuss the importance of pay equity, the challenges of global pay disclosure and reporting, and best practices for achieving and maintaining compliance. From analyzing pay data and identifying and addressing pay gaps, to navigating the legal and cultural considerations of global pay practices, join this session for practical insights and strategies for navigating the complexities of global pay practices and ensuring fairness and transparency in your organization's compensation practices.

In this 1-hour course, Dr. Brian Russell, Licensed Psychologist and Attorney, updates data reported and ethical issues discussed in his 2020 "Attorney Impairment: Ethical Implications and Difficult Conversations" (also available here at CLE Center). Topics include substance abuse, mental illness, and ethical obligations of attorneys regarding the practice of law if impaired.

Civility is often viewed as something "nice but not necessary" in the practice of law; in fact, many attorneys will argue that it is counter to zealous representation of their clients. Others will see it as something required in order to properly focus on the legal merits of a case.