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First Friday Ethics (September 2026)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Sep 4, 2026

10:00 a.m. to 1:20 p.m. (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! 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (1.00 hr ethics)Don’t Mess with AI: Texas-Sized Impacts of AI and Automation on the Practice of Law AI and automation are reshaping how lawyers draft, communicate, manage information, and run their practices. This session explores practical, real-world uses of automation and generative AI to create more consistent workflows, improve efficiency, and provide better client service. It also addresses the ethical, confidentiality, and practical risks lawyers need to understand before incorporating these tools into their practices.John R. Strohmeyer, Strohmeyer Law PLLC - Houston, TX 11:05 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. (0.75 hr ethics)Investigations Done Right: Best Practices for Employers and Counsel (Replay) A poorly handled workplace investigation can create more risk than the underlying complaint. Effective investigations require thoughtful planning, impartial fact-gathering, and careful documentation, while avoiding mistakes that can undermine credibility or increase legal exposure. Employers and counsel must also consider key privilege issues, including when attorney-client privilege may apply, and best practices for reaching and communicating investigation outcomes. Jennifer M. Trulock, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP - Dallas, TX 11:55 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. (0.75 hr ethics)Lessons Learned from GCs Behaving Badly (Allegedly) (Replay) It is always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes. In this session, 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. Also, discuss examples of in-house counsel allegedly being punished for doing the right thing. Joseph T. Clees, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. - Phoenix, AZ 12:45 p.m. to 1:15 p.m. (0.50 hr ethics)Legal Ads: Advice From Veteran Lawyers in Small Firms (Replay) 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, TXRick Freeman, Austin, 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!

Essential Cybersecurity, Privacy, and AI Law

Austin – AT&T Conference Center – Oct 21, 2026

Live Webcast – Oct 21, 2026

UT Law CLE's Essential Cybersecurity, Privacy, and AI Law conference is a one-day, extensive program that offers an in-depth look at the evolving regulatory landscape and practical challenges in these rapidly developing areas. Gain insights into the latest federal and state legal updates, as well as best practices for advising clients on compliance, data protection, and AI governance—making this a "must-attend" event for attorneys seeking to stay ahead in a fast-changing legal and technological environment. This year's topics are expected to include: An Overview of Current AI Regulation A Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement Update Governance in a Fast-Changing Regulatory Environment: Developing and Implementing Your Cyber/Privacy/AI Program Nuts and Bolts of AI Procurement and Contracting A Privacy Litigation and Enforcement Update Table Top Exercise: Legal Decisions in Responding to a Cyber Incident Cybersecurity Insurance and Coverage Essentials Why AI Keeps You Up at Night: Key Functions and the Possible Legal Problems They Present