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This panel discusses select current issues impacting compliance programs including recent DOJ and SEC guidance and evolving risks.

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Examine government enforcement priorities and challenges in cybersecurity across government agencies, including the DOJ, SEC, and the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency.

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The past decade has seen a dramatic increase in DOJ and SEC enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the Government has added substantial resources to enable more robust enforcement of sanctions and export controls laws, particularly since the Russian invasion of Ukraine. For companies looking to business internationally, the regulatory environment has never been more complicated. This panel discusses enforcement trends involving multinational companies, government expectations of compliance programs, and how best to navigate the risks associated with international operations.

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The U.S. Department of Justice describes the False Claims Act as one of its most important tools to fight fraud. Yet, no statute is under greater scrutiny by the Courts, Congress, or Counsel. Our panelists discuss the most recent decisions and the practical effects on their practices.

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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!   This month includes: (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) State Bar Election Results and New Disciplinary Rules (Replay) In a referendum from April 1-30, the members of the State Bar of Texas voted on proposed amendments and additions to the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct. The Bar approved the Rules and the Texas Supreme Court gave final approval to them. This presentation gives an overview of the new Rules. Robert L. Tobey, Johnston Tobey Baruch, P.C. - Dallas, TX (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Ethical Issues in Criminal Appeals Practice (Replay) Ethical representation is required at the appellate level as well as the trial level. Explore rules of ethics and situations specifically centered on appellate representation. Stephanie L. Stevens, St. Mary's University School of Law - San Antonio, TX (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Ethics: Officer of the Court (Replay) Explore the ethical obligations of attorneys as officers of the court, with a particular focus on the obligations of an attorney toward the bench. Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX

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Harnessing the power of AI to drive new ways of doing business and increasing growth is something all organizations are trying to do. The use of generative AI creates risks to organizations including violation of privacy, inaccurate or false representations, and unethical practices, to name a few. Implementing the right controls and ethics training alongside generative AI is necessary – so where do you start?

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The panel explores current enforcement and regulatory priorities and their implications for corporations and executives.

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Session 01: Fireside Chat with Eric Werner - Eric Werner, a long-time SEC leader and Director of the agency’s office in Fort Worth, Texas sits down for a fireside chat with former SEC Enforcement Associate Director and Holland & Knight LLP partner Jessica Magee to discuss important cases, enforcement trends, and a look ahead at what to expect from the SEC going into Fiscal Year 2025. Session 02:  SEC Panel: Hot Topics and Recent Updates - An update on the SEC’s recent enforcement efforts involving fraud investigations and related litigation.

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Session 1: Intellectual Property: The Essentials of Copyrights and Trademarks for Creatives - Understand the basic copyright and trademark principles and identify where they apply in music, television/film, podcasting, and influencer deals. Session 2: ​Exploring the Expansion of Criminal Antitrust Enforcement and What Recent Criminal Investigations and Trials Tell Us About the Government’s Tools, Tactics, and Targets - Panelists discuss the expansion of criminal antitrust enforcement and recent investigations that delve into the government's tools, tactics and targets. Session 3: Getting the Most Out of Your Mediation: Tips to Maximize Your Mediation Time - Join Scott Baker as he explores ways to help attorneys make the most of a mediation session as well as the mediator’s skills to help their clients resolve disputes. He'll delve into written mediation statements, pre-mediation conferences, joint sessions and opening statements, negotiations, and mediated settlement agreements. Examples, trends, and case law will be discussed and used to provide practical tips and suggestions to attorneys who represent or counsel clients who use mediation to resolve disputes. This presentation is designed to provide useful information to attorneys of all experience levels.

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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!   This month includes: (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) Lessons Learned From GCs Behaving Badly (Allegedly) (Replay) It is always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes. Examine examples of in-house counsel allegedly (or admittedly) behaving badly—from alleged assaults and slurs to embezzlement—and what in-house counsel can learn from those situations. Discuss examples of in-house counsel allegedly being punished for doing the right thing, and review applicable Model Rules of Professional Conduct, including Rules 1.13 and 8.4. Joseph T. Clees, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C., Phoenix, AZ (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) Ethics and Cybersecurity in the Virtual Practice of Law (Replay) Explore some of the ethical hazards associated with practicing law virtually including unauthorized practice of law, confidentiality and cybersecurity, and the challenges of remote supervision. Anthony Hendricks, Crowe & Dunlevy, Oklahoma City, OK Paige A. Masters, Crowe & Dunlevy, Oklahoma City, OK (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) Brady v. Maryland, the Michael Morton Act, and the Texas Disciplinary Rules (Replay) The obligation to disclose evidence comes from multiple sources, including constitutional, statutory, and ethical. This presentation discusses each source and recent, significant cases in the area. Carson R. Guy, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Austin, TX (0.75 hr | 0.75 hr ethics) What We Say and Do Matters…(Replay) Discuss the various approaches to ensuring that clients with disabilities are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve and is ethically required. Gain insight on how to approach family members, clients, and other professionals as well as practical dos and don'ts when handling cases where the client has limitations. Amanda E. Carter, Matthew Harris Law, PLLC, Lubbock, TX Jennifer L. Coulter, Townsend Allala, Coulter & Kludt, PLLC, El Paso, TX

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Ethical representation is required at the appellate level as well as the trial level. Explore rules of ethics and situations specifically centered on appellate representation.

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THIS MONTH: The Science of Readable Legal Writing • Techniques for Negotiating With Difficult Counterparties  • Election Year Issues: Political Engagement by Nonprofit Organizations • Bank Failures and Banking Distress • ​Safety and Texas Schools: Their Future Depends on What We Do Today • ​Dealing With the Problem of Opposing Counsel

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Session 01: Drafting Effective PDRs and Motions for Rehearing - Discuss effectively phrasing issues in PDRs, knowing when to fight and when to fold and getting PDRs granted. Session 02: Approaches to Statutory Interpretation - Hear discussion of reading and analyzing statutes, dissecting issues in brief writing, and providing practical tips on briefing and arguing statutory construction issues before appellate courts. Session 03: Drafting Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law - Practical tips for post-conviction litigators: drafting proposed Findings of Fact; increasing the likelihood they will be adopted; and framing the issues for favorable review. Session 04: Court of Appeals Judicial Panel - Court of Appeals justices discuss what goes into their decision-making, how to make them more receptive to your briefs (or not), and other factors to improve your appellate practice. Audience members will have the chance to ask questions. Session 05: Court of Criminal Appeals Judicial Panel - Hear a panel of judges respond to your frequently—and sometimes infrequently—asked questions

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Get current on the two high courts’ latest cases in a presentation curated for the appellate practitioner. Get caught up with the cases from the end of last year’s term and preview what remains in the pipeline for this one.

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The obligation to disclose evidence comes from multiple sources, including constitutional, statutory, and ethical. This presentation discusses each source and recent, significant cases in the area.

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Session 01: The Science of Readable Legal Writing - There is a growing body of empirical research that validates many of the best writing and legal-writing tips the experts have been pushing for years. This presentation highlights the tips, explains the research, and suggests how to implement the tips in your own writing. Session 02: Beyond the Font Wars: Word Processing Tips for Formatting Appellate Briefs - Don't let bad formatting get in the way of a good argument. Learn intermediate and advanced techniques to make your briefs readable and user friendly.

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10 tips to be a better direct appeal and writ practitioner.

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Session 01: Writs - Discuss the law of 11.07 habeas corpus with tips for writ practice at the Court of Criminal Appeals. Session 02: Writ Panel: An Interactive Walkthrough the Process - An interactive conversation with representatives from all sides of 11.07 writ litigation discussing the roles they play in the investigation, presentation, and decision in a post-conviction writ.

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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!   This month includes: (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Let’s Chat About ChatGPT: Ethical Considerations in the Use of Generative AI (Replay) Since the introduction of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools, lawyers around the country have been getting into ethical hot water over their misuse of generative AI. Courts have responded with mandatory AI disclosures and certifications by attorneys. What are your ethical obligations in using AI, and how can you stay within the lines? Come find out in this informative and entertaining presentation! Hon. John G. Browning, Of Counsel, The Cole Law Firm, McKinney, Texas and Distinguished Jurist in Residence, Faulkner University School of Law - Plano, TX (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Attorney Wellness: Speaking Up, Reaching Out (Replay) Mental health issues are taboo discussions at the workplace, yet when attorneys consider suicide, it's often a result of work-related stress. Explore real-world tips and information on how to spot a mental health crisis in someone you work with, and what to do once you are aware of a problem. Stephanie Townsend Allala, Townsend Allala, Coulter & Kludt PLLC - El Paso, TX (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) How to Avoid Malpractice in a Post-Pandemic Legal World (Replay) Law practice has been forever changed by the Covid-19 pandemic with the widespread adoption of remote work. While “work from home” has been eagerly embraced by many lawyers, it has caused an increase in age-old ethical problems for lawyers. This course is designed to help practitioners avoid conflicts and unintended clients, safeguard client confidentiality, maintain competence, and form better communication habits with their clients, other attorneys and staff. Robert L. Tobey, Johnston Tobey Baruch, P.C. - Dallas, TX

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