Avoiding Ethical and Sanctions Risks Using AI-Based Legal Research

Hundreds of lawyers and law firms around the country face sanctions or grievance problems resulting from the use of AI-based legal research. Learn how you can avoid the traps that snared your unfortunate colleagues.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr | 1.00 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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First Friday Ethics: January 2026

Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics 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!   (0.50 hr ethics) Cyberjustice Interrupted: How Ransomware Turns Risk Into Liability This CLE explores how ransomware and cyberattacks are impacting law firms and small businesses highlighting their legal, operational, financial, and compliance consequences. Participants gain practical insights into litigation trends, evolving cybersecurity threats, and how to build a human-centered defense through staff training, behavior-based awareness programs, and proactive risk mitigation. The session closes with actionable steps to lower risks and strengthen firm-wide defenses. Stefanie Alexander, Attorney at Law, PLLC - Houston, TX Melecia McLean, MeltalksCyber - New York, NY (0.50 hr ethics) Legal Ads: Advice From Veteran Lawyers in Small Firms This presentation explores how to ethically advertise according to the ​Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. Jefferson K. Brim III, Brim & Brim, P.C. - Austin, TX Rick Freeman, Austin, TX (1.00 hr ethics) Conflict Transactions: Developments in Navigating Perilous Waters Recent court opinions and amendments to state legislation have changed the rules for conflict transactions. Panelists discuss steps companies and their stockholders, directors and officers should take before and during deals in light of the changes, and what happens if they don’t. Michael G. O'Bryan, Morrison & Foerster - San Francisco, CA Scott B. Crofton, Sullivan & Cromwell LLP - New York, NY Abby Davis, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP - Houston, TX Robert R. Kibby, Munsch Hardt Kopf & Harr, P.C. - Dallas, TX Kimberly Spoerri, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP - New York, NY (1.00 hr ethics) The Use and Governance of AI in Legal and Compliance Departments Engage in, and leave with actionable suggestions for, how legal and compliance teams are supporting the use of AI, from piloting a single model within the department  to supporting AI governance across the enterprise. Steven Gyeszly, Valaris - Houston, TX Chris Miller, General Motors - Detroit, MI

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 3.00 hrs | 3.00 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • First Friday Ethics: January 2026
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Large Load Project Development and Interconnection in ERCOT

Session 1: Data Center Large Loads: Legal Principles - Explore the complex regulatory considerations in interconnecting data centers to the grid and co-locating with generation resources in private use networks in Texas. Session 2: Perspectives on Large Load Project Development and Interconnection in ERCOT

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.25 hrs
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Legal Ads: Advice From Veteran Lawyers in Small Firms

This presentation explores how to ethically advertise according to the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.

Includes: Video Paper Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.50 hr | 0.50 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Legal Ads: Advice From Veteran Lawyers in Small Firms
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Legislative and Regulatory Updates Impacting Gas and Power (2025)

Session 1: Texas Energy Fund Update - A review of the PUCT’s implementation efforts for Texas Energy Fund legislation and where we are in bringing new, TEF-funded dispatchable generation into the ERCOT system. The discussion includes an overview of the Projects which have survived the TEF In-ERCOT Generation Loan diligence process and the reasons why some Projects have failed to do so.  Session 2: Watt’s New? Legal & Regulatory Shifts Impacting Texas Energy - A discussion of recent developments in the regulatory landscape, from statutory and rule changes to court decisions, as well as political and business considerations impacting the energy industry. Session 3: Legislative Insight Panel - Discuss notable legislation that passed and did not pass, and corresponding perspectives on the regulatory landscape in Texas.

Includes: Video Audio Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 2.25 hrs
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Meeting the Transmission Needs of the Oil and Gas Industry (2025)

Oil and gas development and electrification efforts in the Permian Basin highlighted the need for a more proactive approach to transmission development. Recent interconnection requests from industrial facilities and data centers have shown that the need for more transmission spans the entire state. Discuss recent regulatory and grid planning initiatives designed to jump start transmission development in the Permian Basin and throughout the state.    

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.75 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Meeting the Transmission Needs of the Oil and Gas Industry (2025)
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Nuts and Bolts of Battery Tolling Agreements

Battery storage on a commercial scale has exploded in recent years. One way companies have sought to reap the benefits batteries provide without undertaking the developmental and operational risk of owning a battery is via tolling agreements. However, these agreements raise a number of risks parties should bear in mind before entering into these tolling agreements. Address some of these risks from the position of the tolling party interested in signing a battery tolling agreement with a battery developer.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.50 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Underground Natural Gas Storage in Texas: Back from the Dead

A brief review of the natural gas storage developments in Texas, drivers of new demand, limits on supply, and current developments on the Gulf Coast.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.50 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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2025 Administrative Case Law Updates

Session 1: Case Law Update: Part I - Examine significant administrative law cases issued during the last year. Session 2: Case Law Update – Part II

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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2025 Case Law, Legislative, and Secretary of State Updates for LLCs, LPs, and Partnerships 

Session 1: Case Law Update - A survey of recent Texas cases addressing significant issues (fiduciary duties, piercing the entity veil, and more) in the context of LLCs and partnerships (including limited partnerships and LLPs). Session 2: Secretary of State Update - Learn about filing tips and resources that can make your transactions with the Secretary of State (SOS) easier and more predictable; hear updates on the agency’s ongoing system modernization program, including an overview of online services both available now as well as under development in the new SOSPortal. Session 3: Legislative Update on 2025 TBOC Amendments - A report on 2025 Texas legislation amending the Texas Business Organizations Code and some other Texas legislation of interest.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 2.25 hrs
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • 2025 Case Law, Legislative, and Secretary of State Updates for LLCs, LPs, and Partnerships 
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Acquisitions and Dispositions of Partnership Interests

A discussion of structuring alternatives in acquisitions and dispositions of interests in partnerships, including taxable and tax-free acquisitions, basis adjustments, disproportionate distributions and more.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.75 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Acquisitions and Dispositions of Partnership Interests
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Athletes and Entertainers Setting Up a Business Entity

Hear about issues to consider in structuring entities for professional athletes and entertainers.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.75 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Conflict Transactions: Developments in Navigating Perilous Waters

Recent court opinions and amendments to state legislation have changed the rules for conflict transactions. Panelists discuss steps companies and their stockholders, directors and officers should take before and during deals in light of the changes, and what happens if they don’t.

Includes: Video Audio Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr | 1.00 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Conflict Transactions: Developments in Navigating Perilous Waters
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Corporate Enforcement by the States

State enforcement agendas and initiatives often play a significant role in business decision-making. This discussion explores recent trends and key actions representative of state enforcement actions.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Corporate Enforcement by the States
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Cyberjustice Interrupted: How Ransomware Turns Risk Into Liability

Explore how ransomware and cyberattacks are impacting law firms and small businesses highlighting their legal, operational, financial, and compliance consequences. Gain practical insights into litigation trends, evolving cybersecurity threats, and how to build a human-centered defense through staff training, behavior-based awareness programs, and proactive risk mitigation.

Includes: Video Audio Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.50 hr | 0.50 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Cyberjustice Interrupted: How Ransomware Turns Risk Into Liability
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Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Enforcement (2025)

This panel explores the most pressing cyber-security threats and challenges, including data breaches, ransomware, and evolving regulatory requirements. The panelists provide practical insights on risk mitigation, compliance strategies, and the legal implications of cyber incidents in today’s digital landscape.

Includes: Video Audio Paper

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 0.75 hr | 0.25 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Cybersecurity and Privacy Law Enforcement (2025)
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Data Privacy, Emerging Technologies, and AI in Administrative Law

Session 1: Privacy and Emerging Technologies: AI in Administrative Law - As state and federal administrative agencies increasingly adopt artificial intelligence, automated decision-making tools, predictive analytics, and machine learning systems, new challenges relating to privacy, transparency, and regulatory compliance have emerged. Administrative lawyers—whether representing governmental entities or regulated clients—must be prepared to carefully navigate the evolving legal landscape created by these technologies. Session 2: Data Privacy: Agency View - Hear an overview of the privacy and technology regulatory landscape in Texas and gain practical tips for interfacing with regulators at both the state and federal level.

Includes: Video Audio Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr | 0.25 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Deal Ethics

In the high-stakes world of M&A, deal lawyers must balance the interests of their clients with the demands of professional conduct, navigating the maze that is confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and the ever-present temptation to push boundaries. Explore more real-world ethical challenges that can make or break a deal—all while keeping you from being the target of a disciplinary investigation.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr | 1.00 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
  • Deal Ethics
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DExit and Texas: Race to the Top?

Actions by the Texas Legislature in 2025 in amending the Texas Business Organizations Code and the statutes governing the Texas Business Court, which began accepting cases on September 1, 2024, mark major steps forward in the state’s legal infrastructure and make Texas a more friendly place in which to be organized and to do business. As a result, Texas’ standing as a premier destination for business and finance is enhanced and should result in additional entities choosing to be domiciled in Texas. The panelists provide insightful perspectives on these legislative developments and the jurisdiction and operation of the new Texas Business Court in its first year of operations.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr | 0.50 Ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Effective Written Interrogatories in Administrative Proceedings

Advanced tactics and best practices for sending and responding to written interrogatories in administrative proceedings.

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  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 1.00 hr
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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