First Friday Ethics (July 2021)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jul 2, 2021

10:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics) 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: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Dealing with Digital Detractors: What You Need to Know About Responding to Negative Online Reviews coming  A lawyer’s online presence and reputation are more important than ever, but what are the ethical boundaries in dealing with negative online reviews? Join John Browning as he uses real world examples from ethics opinions, disciplinary actions, and lawsuits nationwide, providing valuable insight and practical guidance on the best ways to ethically deal with such online criticism. John G. Browning, Spencer Fane, Plano, TX 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)  Attorney Wellness: Speaking Up, Reaching Out 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 12:10 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) In-House Counsel: Conflicts and Complexities (REPLAY) On a daily basis, in-house counsel must navigate conflicts of interest and attorney client privilege issues that outside counsel do not often face. This interactive discussion addresses common scenarios and suggests paths to safe navigation. Sean Gorman, Bracewell LLP, Houston, TX Kristi H. McCarthy, Chevron North America Exploration and Production Company, Houston, TX   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!