|
NC Bar Association
8000 Weston Parkway
Cary, NC 27513
(919) 677-0561
1-800-662-7407
sections@ncbar.org
 
|
|
|
|
 |
|
Section CLE Publications
To search all available CLE Publications, visit CeLE Search at http://www.ncbar.org/cle/celeSearch.aspx. To view Education Law CLE Programs, click here.
|
ABA Model Rules: A Practical Update on Ethics for Practicing Attorneys, Part 1
|
Abstract: This two-part audio CD provides listeners with an update on proposed changes to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and a broad-based review of developments in practical lawyer ethics. The audio CD is organized in part by the discussion of scenarios and include discussion developments related to conflicts of interest, multiple representation, malpractice insurance, and confidentiality.
|
|
ABA Model Rules: A Practical Update on Ethics for Practicing Attorneys, Part 2
|
Abstract: This two-part audio CD provides listeners with an update on proposed changes to the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and a broad-based review of developments in practical lawyer ethics. The audio CD is organized in part by the discussion of scenarios and include discussion developments related to conflicts of interest, multiple representation, malpractice insurance, and confidentiality.
|
|
An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure (2008 Ethics/Professionalism and Substance Abuse Awareness)
|
Abstract: Why Gamble With Your Career? - Dealing with Gambling and Other Addictions (Substance Abuse/Mental Health) - The Impaired Lawyer's Impact on the Law Firm (Learn to identify the types of impairment that affect attorneys; Recognize and be able to document objective symptoms of impairment; Appreciate the impact an impaired professional has on his/her employer, colleagues, and clients; Evaluate risks of ignoring impairment including financial and ethical repercussions) (Substance Abuse/Mental Health) - The Disciplinary Process after a Lawyer is Found to be Impaired (What are the steps in the disciplinary process taken by the NC State Bar after a lawyer's ability to practice law is impaired by substance abuse and/or chemical addiction?) (Ethics)
|
|
Anatomy of a Hoax: Prosecutorial Misconduct and the Duke Lacrosse Cases
|
Abstract: Overview of Duke Lacrosse Cases: Evidence, Lineups and DNA - Dealing with the Media, the Mob and Truth: Organizing an Effective Public Defense in the Era of the Internet - Lessons Learned: Why the Prosecution Failed and What It Means for the System - Panel Discussion and Questions (This program is a comprehensive overview and discussion of the Duke Lacrosse prosecutions. Presented by the lead attorneys for each of the Defendants, the program explores the evidence in the case, the actions of the District Attorney, how the Defense organized itself to respond to the initial media and public attacks, analyzes why the prosecution ultimately failed, and includes a panel discussion on the implications of this case for the future.)
|
|
Attorney Ethics in Negotiations
|
Abstract: What specific professional obligations does an attorney have when entering negotiations with another attorney? This audio CD examines the standards of conduct applicable to attorneys in negotiations, including those honesty, avoiding deception, and potential duties to disclose.
|
|
Beyond the Basics: Representing Children in North Carolina (Juvenile Justice & Children's Rights Section Annual Meeting)
|
Abstract: Case Update (Delinquency, Abuse, Neglect, TPR and other juvenile related issues. Review of statutory changes and cases from state and federal court.) - Panel Discussion - Judges on the Issues (change of age in abuse/neglect, delinquency, the new training school behavioral model, questions as to whether there is discovery in juvenile court, the role of the GAL in abuse/neglect and delinquency court) - Education Law for Attorneys who Don't Do it for a Living (basic review) - Panel Discussion - Errors Lawyers Make (should or shouldn't do in TPR, delinquency and abuse and neglect cases) - Handling Difficult Clients and their Families (behavioral tactics clients use to avoid dealing with their cases and how to react to them, deals largely with people with substance abuse issues) - *Changing Role of Guardian (ethics - the pros and cons and ethical issues surrounding the GAL moving from abuse, neglect court to delinquency court, and the relationship, practically and ethically, between the GAL and the prosecutor, court counselor, juvenile, judge and defense attorney) - The Child and The State (Basic framework of child welfare system, concentration on what the levels of services mean, how the Hard to Place committee works, and the role of the State in paying for the services)
|
|
Information Security for Lawyers and Law Firms
|
Abstract: Written for lawyers and lawfirms, this book provides sound advice and offers valuable guidelines and assistance to bridge the worlds of law and technology on important information security issues that face the legal professional every day. Content includes: The ethical duties of lawyers relating to securing their electronic information; How a small lawfirm can have reliable security; What are worms, Trojans, spyware, malware, spiders, key loggers and their implications; Is it safe to use wireless technology for the delivery of legal services; In large firms, what information security duties can be delegated; How lawyers and other law firm personnel can be trained in information security.
|
|
Light and Life at the End of the Tunnel: Resources to Aid Lawyers to Live Better Lives
|
Abstract: Unique Psychological Problems Facing Lawyers o Non-Traditional Health Care Providers o *Recovering from Debilitating Mental Conditions or Addictions o Resources Available to Firms to Enhance Lawyer Effectiveness and Address Lawyer Impairment o Scarface: Unmasking the Stigma (Live program luncheon keynote speaker) o How the State Bar Processes Impaired Lawyer Cases o Getting the Best Out of Your Brightest and Helping Them Get the Best Out of Themselves o The Firm's Response to the Impaired Lawyer (counseling, quality of life, impaired lawyers, substance abuse, ethics, treatment centers, depression, alcohol addiction, drug addiction, privacy issues, intervention, treatment, private health providers, counseling)
|
|
Talking 'Bout Their Generation: Education Law Issues in the New Millennium (2007 Education Law Section Annual Meeting)
|
Abstract: Looking Social Networks in the Face(book): How Much Information is too Much Information? (Online social networks and video sites such a MySpace, Facebook, Xanga, Friendster and YouTube, Safety issues and social networks, Computer policies for both student and employee use) - Responding to Issues of Sexual Orientation (Review of NC and federal statutes and cases affecting educational institution, What issues to expect at both the K-12 and higher education levels, Creating policies that are consistent for students of all orientations) - *Risky Business: Is the Business of Law Putting You at Risk for Depression? (*SA/MH, Why lawyers are so susceptible and why Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) attorneys are even more susceptible, How to recognize in yourself and in others, Where to seek help and what to expect from treatment) - Investigating Student Misconduct - What Do We Do Now-NCLB X Years Later (What are failing schools doing or going to do?, Potential areas for litigation such as cheating (often referred to as "adult assistance") and how to decide what students are counted in reporting test results, Upcoming renewal - what will be the major issues) - Education Case Law Update
|
|
Tax Planning for Educational Expenses
|
Abstract: There are many options available for planning for college expenses of children, grandchildren and others. There single "right" plan for everyone. Instead, there are many tradeoffs among the competing considerations of flexibility, control and tax benefits. One of the most common plans - the ubiquitous "Section 529 plan" in its various forms - is not for everyone. In many instances, 529 plans provide no real benefits to the benefactor. This audio CD reviews in detail the many options available to parents, grandparents and others wishing to plan for the college expenses of children, grandchildren and others. Importantly, the audio CD also covers the interrelationship of these plans to the "Kiddie Tax" and how educational expense planning affects your clients' larger estate and gift plans. Topics include: Review of planning choices available for paying for college expenses; "Independent" versus "regular" Section 529 plans; Alternative trust planning options; Impact of the "Kiddie Tax" on college planning; How educational expense planning affects your clients' larger estate plans and Types of clients for whom Section 529 works - and those for whom they don't.
|
|
The Cybersleuth's Guide to the Internet
|
Abstract: Much information once only available to professional researchers from expensive sources is now available for free on the Internet, if you know how to find it. This book will show you how to be a cyber-detective and unearth this information FREE (or at low cost!) on the Web. Also included is Levitt and Rosch's North Carolina-specific resource guide on CD. Fully bookmarked and searchable, the CD makes conducting Internet-based N.C. legal research a snap! The book includes examples based on real world research scenarios. Whether you're just starting to use the Internet for serious research or you're a seasoned online research veteran, this book can help you find what you're looking for fast and free. Learn how to use the same tools as skip tracers & private investigators. Find out How to Dig Up "Dirt" About Anyone; Uncover Information to Attack Someone's Credibility; Seek out the Smoking Gun; Mine the Web for Missing People; Discover Addresses (Home and Email); Find Phone Numbers (Even Cellular); Locate Aliases, Employer's Name; Glean Personal Information; Unearth Property Records; Access Public Records. Find free legal research like Full-Text Case Law Databases; Elusive Government Documents; Federal, State and Local Primary Law; Secondary Legal Resources (law review articles, legal news, etc.); Legal Practice Materials and more! (290 page soft cover)
|
|
The Electronic Evidence and Discovery Handbook Second Edition
|
Abstract: E-Discovery and the use of electronic evidence has increased dramatically over the past few years, but many lawyers still struggle with the complexities of dealing with electronic information. This comprehensive book provides lawyers with the templates they need to develop an effective E-Discovery strategy, and to frame appropriate E-Discovery requests. In addition to the ready-made forms, the authors also supply helpful information and commentary to bring you rapidly up to speed in the electronic discovery field. The accompanying CD-ROM features over 70 forms in Word format. Also included is an extensive electronic evidence case digest with over 200 cases summarized!?
|
|
The Lawyer's Guide to Fact Finding on the Internet, Third Edition
|
Abstract: The most user-friendly Internet research book available for legal professionals today. A complete hands-on guide that shares the secrets, shortcuts, and realities of conducting fact finding on the Internet. Written for legal professionals, this comprehensive desk reference lists, categorizes, and describes hundreds of free and fee-based Internet sites. Useful for investigations, depositions, trial presentations, medical research, gathering competitive intelligence, finding expert witnesses, fact checking of all kinds. Includes information on browsers, search engines, Weblogs, library databases, public records. Includes CD of all links mentioned in book. Select relevant research sources; Access subjects guides, newsgroups, and listserves; Find experts; Research companies, public records; Conduct medical, statistical, international research. Icon system immediately identifies free & free-with-registration sites, pay sites; practical tips & advice on using specific sites; an easy-to-use topical structure, organized the way lawyers think, starting with the best sites first; over 150 screen shots of Web sites; and over 700 pages of factual categories & updated URLs. Stop wasting time on the Internet, and make the Internet work for you! With purchase receive free subscription to bi-monthly e-mail newsletter updating the book: A $99 value.
|
|
The Legal Handbook for North Carolina Teachers, Dayton Cole
|
Abstract: The Legal Handbook for North Carolina Teachers by Dayton T. Cole is organized to mirror some of the various roles assumed by teaching professionals- employee, educator, citizen- and to develop understanding of the legal aspects of the profession from the variety of perspectives inherent in those roles. Includes citations to legal authority (e.g, statutes, regulations and case decisions), references, and checklists.
|
|
Back to the Top ↑
|
 |
NC Bar Association · PO Box 3688 · Cary, NC 27519 · 8000 Weston Parkway · Cary, NC 27513 · Tel: (919) 677-0561
Questions? Comments? Help · Help Demos · NCBA Feedback · Privacy Policy © Copyright 2004, NC Bar Association. All Rights Reserved.
|
|
|
|
