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First Friday Ethics (October 2021)
Contains material from Jan 2021 to Jun 2021
First Friday Ethics (October 2021)
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Comments from the 2021 First Friday Ethics (October 2021) STUDIO WEBCAST
All the speakers, and the materials they drew upon, were first-rate. I intend to make use of the slides on a recurring basis. Many thanks to the speakers and to UT LAW CLE.
First presenter was the best. Very professional and well spoken.
Keep up the good work. These programs are always helpful.
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I find the online course challenging but grateful for the option.
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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!
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This month includes:
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)
Ethics: The True Cost of Representation (REPLAY)
When a client discloses a terrible truth or reveals an unspeakable purpose, what obligations do the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Conduct place on an attorney? What happens when it’s time for an attorney to move on? Explore the unexpected answers given by the Rules using both recent and historic real world cases.
11:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)
Mythbusters and Dynamic Duos: Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Edition (REPLAY)
Access to Justice is becoming even more important in a world where in-person meetings have been replaced by virtual interactions—both creating a new digital divide while also providing more opportunities for pro bono activities. Many in-house attorneys believe villainous barriers exist that thwart their otherwise heroic efforts to do pro bono work. Explore some of the most common myths and blast them head-on. Discuss engaging pro bono activities for in-house counsel, dynamic win-win approaches to partner with outside counsel or in-house legal departments at non-profit organizations, and gain a how-to guide to get started and emerge a hero.
12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)
Ethical Issues When Working Remotely (or did Alexa just waive privilege?) (REPLAY)
Numerous ethical issues are raised when attorneys, clients, and even courts are working remotely. Examine how you can continue to practice effectively in this challenging environment.
Ethics: The True Cost of Representation (REPLAY)
When a client discloses a terrible truth or reveals an unspeakable purpose, what obligations do the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Conduct place on an attorney? What happens when it’s time for an attorney to move on? Explore the unexpected answers given by the Rules using both recent and historic real world cases.
11:40 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)
Mythbusters and Dynamic Duos: Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Edition (REPLAY)
Access to Justice is becoming even more important in a world where in-person meetings have been replaced by virtual interactions—both creating a new digital divide while also providing more opportunities for pro bono activities. Many in-house attorneys believe villainous barriers exist that thwart their otherwise heroic efforts to do pro bono work. Explore some of the most common myths and blast them head-on. Discuss engaging pro bono activities for in-house counsel, dynamic win-win approaches to partner with outside counsel or in-house legal departments at non-profit organizations, and gain a how-to guide to get started and emerge a hero.
12:50 p.m. to 1:50 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)
Ethical Issues When Working Remotely (or did Alexa just waive privilege?) (REPLAY)
Numerous ethical issues are raised when attorneys, clients, and even courts are working remotely. Examine how you can continue to practice effectively in this challenging environment.
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Ethics: The True Cost of Representation (Apr 2021)
Jason Boulette
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Session 1 —61 mins
Ethics: The True Cost of Representation (Apr 2021)
When a client discloses a terrible truth or reveals an unspeakable purpose, what obligations do the Texas Rules of Disciplinary Conduct place on an attorney? What happens when it’s time for an attorney to move on? Explore the unexpected answers given by the Rules using both recent and historic real world cases.
Originally presented: Apr 2021 First Friday Ethics (April 2021)
Jason Boulette,
Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
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Mythbusters and Dynamic Duos: Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Edition (Jun 2021)
Stephen E. Stein, Mary Brennan Stich, Scott A. Young
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Session 2 —60 mins
Mythbusters and Dynamic Duos: Corporate Counsel Pro Bono Edition (Jun 2021)
Access to Justice is becoming even more important in a world where in-person meetings have been replaced by virtual interactions—both creating a new digital divide while also providing more opportunities for pro bono activities. Many in-house attorneys believe villainous barriers exist that thwart their otherwise heroic efforts to do pro bono work. Explore some of the most common myths and blast them head-on. Discuss engaging pro bono activities for in-house counsel, dynamic win-win approaches to partner with outside counsel or in-house legal departments at non-profit organizations, and gain a how-to guide to get started and emerge a hero.
Originally presented: Apr 2021 Corporate Counsel Institute
Stephen E. Stein,
Thompson & Knight LLP - Dallas, TX
Mary Brennan Stich,
Rackspace Technology - Windcrest, TX
Scott A. Young,
Toyota Motor North America, Inc. - Plano, TX
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Ethical Issues When Working Remotely (or did Alexa just waive privilege?) (Jan 2021)
Abbey B. Garber, Michelle Kwon
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Session 3 —61 mins
Ethical Issues When Working Remotely (or did Alexa just waive privilege?) (Jan 2021)
Numerous ethical issues are raised when attorneys, clients, and even courts are working remotely. Examine how you can continue to practice effectively in this challenging environment.
Originally presented: Dec 2020 Taxation Conference
Abbey B. Garber,
Thompson & Knight LLP - Dallas, TX
Michelle Kwon,
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville, TN