First Friday Ethics: November 2025
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! (1.00 hr ethics) Your Emergency Grievance Toolkit (Replay) For many lawyers, the grievance process can be upsetting, confusing, frightening, and anger-producing. Learn the most effective techniques for dealing with a grievance from the immediate past-Committee Chair of the District 4 grievance committee. Scott Rothenberg, Law Offices of Scott Rothenberg - Bellaire, TX (1.00 hr ethics) The Ethical Use of AI (Replay) Explore the patchwork of state-level professional rules and advisories addressing the use of artificial intelligence by lawyers in the practice of law, as well as the rise of standing court orders addressing the use of AI in connection with material submitted to the court. Also touch on the ways in which lawyers are in fact using AI in the practice (and some of the ways they are not). Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX (1.00 hr ethics) Privileged Communications: Ethical Challenges and Best Practices for Tax Practitioners with Organizational Clients (Replay) The question of whether and how the rules under Circular 230, which governs federal tax practice before the IRS, apply to in-house counsel is often raised. Join the Office of Professional Responsibility (OPR), the IRS responsibility for oversight of practitioner, to learn about how in-house counsel may come within OPR’s jurisdiction, OPR's role, mission, and procedures, pertinent Circular 230 provisions applicable to in-house counsel and other practitioners, and OPR’s investigative and disciplinary processes. Also touch on procedures that should be put in place to ensure compliance with Circular 230 and other best practices. Sharyn Fisk, Cal Poly Pomona - Los Angeles, CA
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 3.00 hrs | 3.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
First Friday Ethics: November 20255 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
eSupplement to the 30th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute
Session 1: What Could Possibly Go Wrong (from a Cybersecurity Perspective)? - This session focuses on threat actor tactics and concerns with business email compromises, Zero Day attacks, and the Scattered Spider ring, as well as recent issues such as the CrowdStrike debacle. In addition the speakers discuss practical tips, experience and related compliance considerations. Session 2: The Ethical Use of AI - Explore the patchwork of state-level professional rules and advisories addressing the use of artificial intelligence by lawyers in the practice of law, as well as the rise of standing court orders addressing the use of AI in connection with material submitted to the court. Also touch on the ways in which lawyers are in fact using AI in the practice (and some of the ways they are not).
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.75 hrs | 1.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
eSupplement to the 30th Annual Advanced Patent Law Institute4.63 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
2025 Car Crash Case Law Updates
Session 01: Texas Auto Policies - Statutory and case law that impact different coverage under Texas automobile policies. Session 02: What’s New in UM/UIM Law: Case Law, Strategy, and Pitfalls - This presentation addresses recent cases impacting UM/UIM cases, as well as strategies and tips for prosecuting and for defending uninsured and under-insured motorist claims and bad faith litigation. Session 03: Non-Economic Damages, Post-Gregory v. Chohan - In June of 2023, the Texas Supreme Court issued Gregory v. Chohan, a blockbuster new opinion on non-economic damages that raised as many questions as it provided answers. Where do we now stand in the wake of Gregory?
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 2.00 hrs | 0.50 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
2025 Car Crash Case Law UpdatesNot yet rated
Avoiding Difficult Clients
Lawyers are faced with many ethical challenges both in representing, and in deciding whether to represent, all kinds of people and entities. Identify what lawyers need to know to hopefully prevent, or if necessary disengage from, inappropriate representations involving difficult clients.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.50 hr | 0.50 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Avoiding Difficult Clients4.63 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Car Crash Trials: Strategies and Tactics for Differing Cases (2025)
Session 01: Low Property Damage Cases - Prosecuting and defending personal injury cases with minor property damage can present challenges. Hear about the experiences and strategies from the plaintiff and defense perspectives. Session 02: Trying the Case with No Economic Damages - Trying a car crash case without presenting economic damages has become more common in recent years. There are many reasons to do this. Learn the benefits and ways to successfully present your case to a jury without medical bills and lost wages. Session 03: How to Defend a Corporate Representative for Deposition or Trial - An examination of the strategies and techniques to effectively prepare and protect a company representative during a deposition or trial, including thorough pre-deposition preparation, understanding relevant legal rules, making strategic objections to improper questions, and ensuring the witness provides accurate and limited testimony that aligns with the company's interests. Session 04: Combining Storytelling and Themes for Successful Outcomes - Review strategies for storytelling that resonate with the jury and judges and aligns with legal principles of negligence, liability, and compensation.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 2.25 hrs | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Car Crash Trials: Strategies and Tactics for Differing Cases (2025)Not yet rated
Commercial Vehicle Accidents 101
Learn about commercial vehicle litigation from the plaintiff and defense perspective. The presentation includes litigation involving tractor-trailers, commercial vehicles, and commercial buses.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.00 hr
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Commercial Vehicle Accidents 101Not yet rated
Hooked on CLE: November 2025
THIS MONTH: The Developing AI Landscape in the Healthcare Industry: from RAGs to Regs • Trade Secret Misappropriation – The Case for Damages • Handling Internal Investigations: Landmines and Best Practices • Eyes in the Sky, Feet on the Ground: A Municipal Framework for Emerging Drone Technologies • My Mind Has A Mind of Its Own: Why Even Good Lawyers Are Lured Into Unethical Behavior by the Way Their Brains Work
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 4.00 hrs | 1.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Hooked on CLE: November 20254.5 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Very informative and up to date.
Preparing Your Car Crash Case (2025)
Session 01: Discovery in Car Crash Cases: Navigating Discovery to Avoid Another Crash - A discussion about the discoverability and admissibility of medical records and medical bills, discovery involving non-retained experts, handling adverse medical exams, responding to discovery requests and motion for protection practice. Session 02: View From the Bench - Practical advice for how to conduct effective, ethical, and efficient discovery. Session 03: Negotiating with Insurance Adjusters - Learn how to ensure you have properly prepared your adjuster, and the insurance company, to get the case settled for your client before mediation or negotiations. Session 04: Fifth Amendment: The Right Way and The Wrong Way - This presentation focuses on the application of the Fifth Amendment in a discovery context. Session 05: Medical Bills in Car Crash Cases - Whether you’re an experienced trial lawyer or tackling your first car crash case, proving and challenging medical expenses can be daunting. Break down the nuts and bolts of this critical damages element, as well as more advanced strategies and recent case law impacting this ever-evolving area of the law. Session 06: Using Medical Illustrations to Advocate - Explore how to create accurate and effective medical demonstrative aids that can be utilized to communicate the mechanism of injury and convey complex medical issues in a clear and simple way. Through visual presentation, learn the process of how to create and incorporate medical illustrations to educate adjusters, judges, and juries.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides No Materials
- Total Credit Hours:
- 4.00 hrs | 1.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Preparing Your Car Crash Case (2025)Not yet rated
Serving Two Masters: The Ins and Outs of the Tripartite Relationship
Hear an analysis of the relationship between the insured, insurer, and attorney, conflicts that arise in the relationship, Tilley and subsequent case law, and the ethical dilemmas in knowing who you really represent.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.75 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Serving Two Masters: The Ins and Outs of the Tripartite RelationshipNot yet rated
Subrogation and Liens: Medicare, Medicaid and Hospitals
Does Medicare require a set aside? Does Medicaid get the child's recovery? Are you familiar with hospital lien legislation in 2019 and 2021 and whether a freestanding ER can file a lien? If you don't know the answers to these questions, come learn these issues and more!
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.50 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 10/31/2026
-
Subrogation and Liens: Medicare, Medicaid and HospitalsNot yet rated
First Friday Ethics: September 2025
Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and 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! This month includes: What is a Lawyer’s Responsibility in a Democracy Under Duress? How should lawyers respond to actions that threaten democracy and the rule of law? Michael D. Curry, Attorney-Mediator - Austin, TX AI Update (Replay) Artificial intelligence has been in the legal and cultural zeitgeist for a few years now. Explore the transformative effects (and lack thereof) of artificial intelligence on the legal industry in that time. Examine both the advancements and limitations, highlighting how AI has streamlined processes, improved efficiency, and where it still falls short in replacing human expertise. Henson Adams, Haynes Boone, LLP - San Antonio, TX Texas Business Courts: The First 6+ Months (Replay) A view from the Business Court & Fifteenth Court of Appeals: rules, procedures, and cases. Hon. Sofia Adrogué, Texas Business Court Eleventh Division - Houston, TX Hon. Scott A. Brister, Fifteenth Court of Appeals - Austin, TX Ethics Lessons from HBO’s Succession (Replay) HBO's hit series "Succession" follows a fictional media company led by a legendary patriarch. As the title suggests, the patriarch's children are angling to seize the throne and succeed their father as the company's CEO. Track the power plays of the company's C-level executives and general counsel, explaining whether their on-screen actions comply with specific ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct (spoiler alert: most of the time, they don't.). Brent A. Turman, Bell Nunnally & Martin LLP - Dallas, TX
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 3.00 hrs | 3.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
First Friday Ethics: September 20254.22 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
An excellent discourse regarding lawyers special role, opportunity and duty to participate in the protection and enhancement of the democratic principles and processes on which this country was founded and so many have died defending.
What is a Lawyer’s Responsibility in a Democracy Under Duress?
How should lawyers respond to actions that threaten democracy and the rule of law?
Includes: Video Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.75 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
What is a Lawyer’s Responsibility in a Democracy Under Duress?3.95 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Very good and very inspiring!!
I was disappointed. This was more of a political essay (I don’t say speech because the speaker simply read to the audience a paper he had written down). As to the content, there was only passing mention of legal ethics and, then, no specificity of the ethical charges against lawyers that were pursued (most of which were evidently still ‘pending’ or had been dismissed) and what the arguments supporting those ethical charges were and the arguments made in opposition by the charged lawyers. While I agree with some of the speakers’ positions, I am surprised this presentation was approved for ethics credit by the State Bar.
2025 Estate Planning and Elder Law Case Law and Legislative Update
Session 01: Case Law Update - A review of recent cases affecting the practice of estate planning, guardianship, and elder law in Texas and around the country. Session 02: Legislative Update - Update on new legislation impacting estate planning, guardianships, trusts and related practice areas.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.25 hrs
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
2025 Estate Planning and Elder Law Case Law and Legislative Update4.08 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
2025 Guardianship Bundle for Attorneys Ad Litem
Session 01: Lesser Restrictive Alternatives / Supports and Services to Guardianship: A Guide for a Practical Practice - Learn about lesser alternatives to guardianships including power of attorneys, representative payees, care managers, and 1301 management trusts, and other creative alternatives when dealing with legal issues or assets in other jurisdictions. Session 02: Representing Proposed Wards: How Disorganized is Legally Disorganized? - Hear strategies to employ when your proposed ward has capacity (or partial capacity) and ways to work with the applicant’s attorney to protect the rights of your proposed ward. Session 03: Recognizing Potential Incapacity of a Client - Learn how to recognize potential incapacity in clients and the limitations any such incapacity causes. The discussion includes identifying the varying levels of capacity, steps that can be taken to identify capacity, and the types of incapacity a person may suffer from. Session 04: A Toolkit for Contested Guardianships - This session provides you with guidance, forms, and strategy considerations to help you be successful in your next contested guardianship case. Session 05: The Four-Step Process for Sale of Property - Whether Guardianship, Dependent Administration or Sale of a Ward’s (Minor’s) property without Guardianship, there are legislative requirements and title underwriter requirements in relation to the documents that have to be filed with the courts to obtain permission to sell real property owned. Hear about applications, time limitations, verified accountings, reasons for selling and Deeding requirements. Session 06: Working with Adult Protective Services - Elder Law, Guardianship and Estate Planning attorneys frequently encounter family members who are either alleged victims or alleged perpetrators of abuse, neglect, and/or exploitation. This session provides attorneys with a framework of reference for how Texas Adult Protective Services performs its investigations and recommendations on how to best accomplish successful outcomes when confronted with an APS investigation. PLEASE NOTE: To claim Texas Guardianship Ad Litem credit for the presentations that include guardianship hours, download the guardianship accreditation documentation as you claim your general MCLE credit at the end of this course and submit the affidavit to the State Bar of Texas.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 5.00 hrs | 0.75 Ethics | 4.00 Guardianship
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
2025 Guardianship Bundle for Attorneys Ad Litem4.5 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Estate Planning for Ranch Owners
Does your ranch-owning client plan to liquidate it or keep it in the family for generations to come? Learn practical planning strategies to address multi-generational ownership, liability protection needs, and desired tax treatment of the family ranch.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.50 hr
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
Estate Planning for Ranch Owners4.46 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Ethics and Practical Uses of AI in Your Law Practice
This presentation explores the ethical and practical uses of AI in estate planning, guardianship, and elder law, offering guidance on current AI tools and leveraging AI while upholding professional responsibilities. It examines AI's potential to automate tasks, improve efficiency, and enhance client service while addressing ethical considerations and relevant ABA rules, including billing for AI-related services.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.75 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
Ethics and Practical Uses of AI in Your Law Practice4 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Handling Special Assets in Planning and Administration
Explore how to plan for and administer special assets, including minerals, business interests, crypto, cattle, and promissory notes.
Includes: Video Audio Paper
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.50 hr
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
Handling Special Assets in Planning and Administration4 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
How Do We Practice Law?
Have you ever wondered how other attorneys handle the practical aspects of managing clients and cases? Do other attorneys store original documents for clients? Are will-reading ceremonies a thing? This presentation discusses survey results from Texas attorneys in this practice area.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
How Do We Practice Law?3.4 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Medicaid Planning: What You Need to Know (2025)
Session 01: Medicaid Update - Identify and explain recent changes in Medicaid law and policy. Learn about Medicaid advocacy strategies that are “hot,” either because they are new or because they are underutilized but work well. Session 02: Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts - Learn how Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts can be strategically utilized to help your clients qualify for long-term care benefits while preserving assets and avoiding trust-busting traps.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.50 hrs
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
Medicaid Planning: What You Need to Know (2025)4.5 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Pitfalls and Problems with Licensed Legal Paraprofessionals
A discussion of the current status of the Texas Supreme Court’s proposed rules regarding Licensed Legal Paraprofessionals, the issues presented by LLPs, and some alternative solutions.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.50 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 9/30/2026
-
Pitfalls and Problems with Licensed Legal ParaprofessionalsNot yet rated