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Tuesday, March 26, 2024 - 12:00 PM
Real World Cyber Risks for Attorneys
1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
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Call to register- Law firms are prime targets for cyber criminals on the hunt for data. The costly financial and reputational consequences of cyberattacks are inevitable and can often put a firm out of business. It is your responsibility as a lawyer to protect your clients and your firm in the event of a data breach. Join Mike Mooney, Senior Vice President of USI Affinity, to learn key tips for navigating the world of cyber security.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 9:00 AM
Annual Labor and Employment Seminar 2024
3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 2.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
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This year’s seminar includes the ever-popular annual legislative update, including regulatory changes, covering significant developments in the areas of wage and hour requirements, employee benefits, and employee rights. This course will include discussion of the ethical and fiduciary issues that arise when attorneys bring clients from their current practice to a new practice, caselaw developments with respect to restrictive covenants in employment contract, and a moderated panel discussion of the fast-developing and complex challenges with the intersection of employment law and the use of generative AI in the workplace.

CLE Details

Thursday, April 4, 2024 - 8:45 AM
Women and the Law Retreat 2024
8.8 hours CLE credit (includes 4.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
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Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - 1:00 PM
Senior Citizens, Incompetents, and Bankruptcy
3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
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Senior citizens and incompetents may suffer from creditor harassment, or they may be a victim of financial exploitation. Is it possible for someone to file an individual bankruptcy for another person by using a power of attorney, acting as a guardian, or under a  trust?  The program will provide an overview how to navigate bankruptcy Chapters 7 and 13 for an elderly or incompetent client in financial trouble.  What to look for, what you need to know, and recommended due diligence

CLE Details

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - 8:30 AM
Workers' Compensation 2024
6.3 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
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Join us at Riverfront Events in Wilmington

CLE Details

Friday, May 10, 2024 - 12:00 PM
TACKLING ACCESS AND INCLUSIVITY: DE BENCH AND BAR STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE 2024
1.5 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
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Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz, Jr. has publicly declared his commitment to make the Bench and Bar reflect the diversity of the community that it serves. In 2022, the DE Bench and Bar issued its Strategic Plan examining diversity within the Delaware legal community. Come and hear a candid conversation with the Chief Justice about the implementation of the recommendations of the Strategic Plan to improve the diversity of the Delaware Bar. Additionally, learn about school-based initiatives to shape the next generation of lawyers and how you can help.

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Labor and Employment Law Update 2022
Expires: Mar. 25th, 2024

3.3 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Join us for the annual Labor and Employment seminar! This year, the seminar will look at the facets of the lawyer/employer/employee relationships and how ethical behavior, honesty, and due diligence affect the work environment. VDSB03252022LABOR

Maximizing Legal Analytics as a Competitive Advantage in Delaware State Trial Courts 2022
Expires: Mar. 29th, 2024

2.5 hours CLE credit
Join the Delaware State Bar Association and Trellis for an engaging webinar as we cover how legal analytics enables you to analyze the behavior and history of your judge, competitive counsel, prospects, and clients to gain crucial insights into litigation history and ruling tendencies. We’ll show you how to leverage state trial court - and verdict - data to be more efficient, more proactive, and achieve better results for your clients. You’ll learn how to maximize legal analytics to gain a competitive advantage, win cases and bring in more money when litigating in Delaware state trial courts.   Topics will include:   Judge Analytics and Ruling History Draft Stronger Motions, Faster Case Valuation and Verdict Data Strategic Delaware State Court Research  Alerts - Stay Informed   Discover how you can capitalize on legal analytics in Delaware state court data to make more informed decisions. We encourage you to join this informative session to add value to your practice. We'll get things started March 29 at 12:00pm EST. Hope to catch you there! VDSB03292022MAXIM

Fundamentals of Will Drafting and Estate Administration 2022
Expires: Mar. 30th, 2024

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course is one of the seven Fundamentals courses which new bar members must take to comply with their Continuing Legal Education Commission requirements. Attendees will learn from experienced practitioners about the basics of estate planning and estate administration. This engaging and interactive program is designed to equip those new to the practice area with the tools needed to succeed and is full of practical tips. You will even get to see a case study to demonstrate the sorts of things you will need to know to practice in this area. VDSB03302022FUNDA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Overview of Estate Planning Overview of Estate Administration Basics of Will Drafting Practice and Procedure Before the Register of Wills

Arbitration Training Certification in Commercial Litigation 2022
Expires: Apr. 20th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit
Attorneys who wish to be certified by DSBA as a Commercial Law Arbitrator should take this course, along with the General Arbitration Training course (offered February 10, 2022). Experienced arbitrators in these areas of law will provide attendees with wisdom and insight as to the best practices for handling a commercial law arbitration.VDSB04202022ARBIT

Technology, Oil, and Sharia Law: the Saga of the Exxon-Mobil vs. SABIC Case
Expires: Apr. 4th, 2024

1.5 hours CLE credit
What could go wrong with a joint venture between enormous subsidiaries of even bigger corporations involving millions of dollars, developing technology, and lots of lawyers?  The saga of the Exxon v. Saudi Arabian Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) is a tale of royalties, agreements, declaratory judgments, suits, countersuits, burden-shifting, foreign sovereign immunity, disputed federal jurisdiction and a battle of Sharia law experts.  In the center, Judge Jan R. Jurden, a Superior Court judge having to decide whether Delaware’s laws or Saudi Arabia’s laws applies.  Join Judge Jurden and some of the principals in this complex litigation to discuss the intricacies and fascinating twists that ultimately led this case all the way up to the Supreme Court.VDSB04042022TECHN

Animal Welfare and Family Law 2022
Expires: Apr. 21st, 2024

6.8 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Often there are overlaps between family law disputes and animal welfare. Many issues that arise in divorce proceedings or child neglect cases also involve situations where animals are also abused and neglected. This seminar will include an examination of the links between these cases of abuse and neglect, pending legislation to address these problems, and will focus on the partnerships that can made for lasting change. Join members of the judiciary, legislators, specialists and shelter pets! VDSB04212022ANIMA

What Non-Bankruptcy Attorneys Need to Know About Bankruptcy 2022
Expires: Apr. 28th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit
No matter what practice area you are in, finding yourself working with a client considering bankruptcy or in the middle of bankruptcy proceedings is more common than you think. How will bankruptcy proceeding impact their existing legal matter such as if they are in the middle of filing for divorce, facing criminal charges, or in business litigation? How do you get paid for non-bankruptcy work when clients become involved in bankruptcy and how to keep what you’re paid? Join us as we discuss numerous topics such as how to advise clients who may need bankruptcy protection, when is it time to recommend they consult with a bankruptcy attorney, and what they avoid when they prepare for a bankruptcy filing. VDSB04282022WHAT_

Was That Wrong 2022
Expires: Mar. 24th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This CLE will feature stories of the absurd & outrageous from the world of legal ethics and attorney discipline, highlighting misconduct that I hope you’ll instinctively avoid without needing a CLE that urges you to do so.VDSB03242022WAS_T

Small Firms and Solo Practitioners Conference 2022
Expires: May. 6th, 2024

4.5 hours CLE credit (includes 3.5 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
Join us for the annual 2022 DSBA Small Firms and Solo Practitioners Conference in Wilmington, Delaware! This is Delaware’s largest conference for small firms that brings together attorneys, vendors, and resources for business development opportunities. We look forward to our insightful speakers, enthusiastic panels, and exciting networking opportunities. Register today! VDSB05062022SMALL

How to Be Perfec (t): Screenwriter and Author Michael Schur Teaches Us Ethics 2022
Expires: May. 10th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Mike Schur, one of the principle writers for the Office (who also played Dwight's cousin Mose) and creater of the Good Place and Parks & Recreation, has written a new book based on his research for the Good Place (starring Kristen Bell & Ted Dansen) which delves humorously into the deep world of ethics and philosophy. Mike joins us via Zoom to discuss his book and answers legal ethics questions using his research. Joining Mr. Schur will be the Honorable Mary M. Johnston who will put on her old ODC hat to apply the Delaware Rules of Professional Conduct. This should be a fun and amusing seminar.VDSB05102022how_t

Chancery Court: Best Litigation Practices 2022
Expires: May. 16th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Panelists, including Chancellor Kathaleen McCormick, Vice Chancellor Travis Laster and Vice Chancellor Paul Fioravanti, will discuss best practices for litigating in the Delaware Court of Chancery.  Topics will include lawyers’ professional responsibilities to the Court, tips for presenting legal issues, and discovery obligations. VDSB05162022CHANC

William D. Rimmer Workers’ Compensation Seminar 2022
Expires: May. 3rd, 2024

6.8 hours CLE credit (includes 1.8 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
This seminar on Workers' Compensation issues will focus on the following issues/presentations: Address from the Industrial Accident Board; Self-limited injuries; Workers’ Compensation Fund Reimbursement Issues; Do’s and Don’ts in the Practice of Workers’ Compensation; Keynote Address: The Art of Professionalism and Civility; Case Law Update; Surgical Issues; Head Cases: The Role of Psychological and Psychiatric Experts in Workers’ Compensation Claims; Ethics and the Practice of Workers’ Compensation. VDSB05032022WILLI

Delaware Corporate Law 2022
Expires: Jun. 9th, 2024

4.0 hours CLE credit
Sponsored by the Corporation Law Section of DSBA. Join us for this two part seminar! VDSB06092022DELAW

Commercial Law Considerations: Enforcing Security Interests and LIBOR Transition
Expires: Jun. 15th, 2024

1.5 hours CLE credit
This seminar will be broken into two parts: Enforcing security interests under Article 9 of the UCC and LIBOR Transition 2.0: Adjustable Interest Rate (LIBOR) Act and SOFR Update. Sign up today! VDSB06152022COMME

Arbitration Training Certification in Domestic Relations 2022
Expires: Apr. 13th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Experienced arbitrators in the area of Family Law will provide attendees with wisdom and insight as to the best practices for handling arbitration in divorce ancillary matters in the Family Court of the State of Delaware. VDSB04132022ARBIT

The Basics of Trial: Litigation Nuts & Bolts 2022
Expires: Jun. 2nd, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit
Hear the tips and tricks that have helped other young lawyers thrive in the courtroom. We will cover opening and closing arguments, direct and cross examination, and hear from presenters about what they wish they knew when they started out. Attendees will leave with new found confidence in your ability to take a case to trial. Vdsb06022022the_b

Superior Court Mediation Training at DSBA 2022
Expires: Mar. 31st, 2024

9.9 hours CLE credit (includes 2.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
**NOTICE** THIS IS A 4 DAY COURSE: 3/31; 4/6; 4/25 & 4/26. If you are interested in serving as a mediator for the Superior Court of Delaware, this is the course to take. This 20 hour training takes you through the basics of mediation, provides skills training, allows an opportunity to witness established mediation of a case, permits trainees to practice mock mediations and roleplay, and connects new mediators with mentors in the final day of training. Mediation Training is part of the DSBA Office of ADR Services which offers training and connections for further practice in this field. VDSB03312022SUPER

Refresher Course for Superior Court Trained Mediators (7 year extension) 2022
Expires: Mar. 31st, 2024

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 2.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
This video can be purchased to assist trained mediators in refreshing their credentials as a trained Superior Court mediator for seven years after watching the video. Non-trained mediators are also welcome to watch this video for informational purposes only. To become a trained Superior Court Mediator in Delaware, you must FIRST attend or watch online the Superior Court Mediation Training (20 hours). Training is normally held in April of each year.VDSB03312022refre

Bench and Bar 2022 - Come Together
Expires: Jun. 17th, 2024

3.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Register now for the Bench and Bar 2022 - 2.5 CLE credits will include keynote speakers Deborah Enix-Ross (President-elect of the American Bar Association) and David Sanger, Chief Washington Correspondent for the New York Times, and a Panel headed by the Chief Justice discussing Diversity Initiatives in Delaware. Our theme this year is "Come Together" because it is the first live Bench and Bar since 2019 and there will be loads of Beatles-themed food and entertainment, including the Beat-tells, a Philadelphia Beatles tribute band. Excellent people, excellent music, excellent food, and, of course, the U of D Moo Mobile!!! Vdsb06172022BENCH

Arbitration Training and Certification in Personal Injury 2022
Expires: May. 26th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Attorneys who wish to be certified by DSBA as a Personal Injury Law Arbitrator should take this course, along with the General Arbitration Training course (offered February 10, 2022). Experienced arbitrators in these areas of law will provide attendees with wisdom and insight as to the best practices for handling a personal injury arbitration.VDSB05262022ARBIT

Fundamentals of Law Practice Management 2022
Expires: Sep. 23rd, 2024

5.8 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the important relationship between lawyers and their clients. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the decisions lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and in seeking assistance when situations become difficult.VDSB09232022FUNDA

The Ethics of Venting
Expires: Oct. 4th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
There are good days and bad days, but who do you rant to when you’re frustrated, and do you know when you’ve crossed the line? Frustrating clients can test your professionalism but discussing cases, clients, and your work can lead to ethical ramifications. Join us to review the DE Lawyers’ Rules of Professional Conduct, tips to prevent disclosure and how to protect client confidences. This ODC duo will go through real case scenarios and recommend practices to stay out of their office! VDSB10042022THE_E

Environmental Law 2022
Expires: Sep. 28th, 2024

3.3 hours CLE credit
Join us for the 2022 Environmental CLE! Our presenters and guest speakers will share their expertise through this hybrid seminar. The topics to be discussed are a legislative update, the plastic bag ban, a PFAS and ASTM update, and a presentation on infrastructure spending from the governor’s office.VDSB09282022ENVIR

Arbitration Training and Certification in Employment and Labor Law 2022
Expires: Oct. 18th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit
Attorneys who wish to be certified by DSBA as an Employment and Labor Law Arbitrator should take this course, along with the General Arbitration Training course (offered February 10, 2022). Experienced arbitrators in these areas of law will provide attendees with wisdom and insight as to the best practices for handling an Employment and Labor Law arbitration.VDSB10212022ARBIT

Setting the Stage: Preparing Openings and Closings to a Jury
Expires: Oct. 26th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit
According to research, the most influential parts of a trial in the eyes of jurors are the opening and closing statements. This seminar picks the brains of exceptional lawyers and focused on the best practices and technological aids to make your statements stand out. VDSB10262022SETTI

Fundamentals of Family Law 2022
Expires: Oct. 21st, 2024

6.3 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the challenges and rewards of helping clients navigate through the various facets of Family Law. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the assessments lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and discussions of special topics of interest to Family Law practitioners such as custody and child support issues.VDSB10212022FUNDA

Torts and Social Media
Expires: Nov. 3rd, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Join us for this seminar to look at how online conduct can lead towards lawsuits and how to deal with them. Online torts deal with the interactions between consumers, companies, and users all controlled by user agreements, but how do these contracts affect which jurisdictions law can be applied, where lawsuits can be filed, the remedies, and arbitration? During this seminar we will dive into what laws can be applied and how to address these cases, how intellectual property and probate law come into play, and how laws have evolved to address online property rights. VDSB11032022TORTS

Fundamentals of Civil Litigation 2022
Expires: Nov. 9th, 2024

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course, one of the seven Fundamentals courses, will give an overview of civil litigation best practices for each of the courts in Delaware, from the filing of a complaint to the completion of an appeal.VDSB11092022Funda

Behind the Cool Image 2022-2023: Lawyering in the 21st Century- Workshop 2- Inter Alia
Expires: Nov. 16th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Inter Alia: Among other issues, Rational Thinking or How to Challenge Your Flawed Thoughts and Wellness: Mayberry Style Resilience thrives on positive thoughts not negative. Learn tips and skills for overcoming toxic thinking in our discussion. Plus, an insightful look into Wellness: Mayberry Style. VDSB11162022BEHIN

Office and Trial Practice 2022
Expires: Nov. 17th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
In the ever-evolving world of technology, lawyers and law firms need to keep pace with the appropriate measures to safeguard data. In the first half of this CLE, we will learn about the types of privacy concerns currently facing the practice of law and what lawyers can do to safeguard their data, as well as that of their clients. In the second half of the CLE, we will discuss the trends in data privacy and security and the panelists will provide practical advice for attorneys seeking to comply with their increasingly complicated ethical obligations.VDSB11172022OFFIC

Supreme Court Review 2022: A Discussion of Decisions at the Highest State and Federal Judicial Levels
Expires: Nov. 4th, 2024

3.0 hours CLE credit
This seminar will give an overview of the year’s developments in Corporate Law, Criminal Law, and General Civil Litigation through the decisions rendered by Delaware’s Supreme Court. This will be followed by a discussion that highlights the recently concluded 2021 - 2022 Supreme Court term and preview some of the significant cases in the Court’s current 2022 - 2023 term.VDSB11042022SUPRE

Family Law Update 2022
Expires: Dec. 9th, 2024

6.5 hours CLE credit (includes 2.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
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DNA: Do Not Access or Don't Need Approval? 2022
Expires: Dec. 13th, 2024

2.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
As DNA databases continue to grow, law enforcement and prosecutors are finding a treasure of information help solve current crimes and cold cases. The Founding Fathers never imagined the scenarios by which an individual’s right to privacy or to legal search and seizure might be implicated by this fast-moving area of evidence and law. Join a panel of the best criminal minds in Delaware as they explore the various investigative techniques, suppression issues, and admissibility arguments. This seminar will take an in-depth look at the leading Delaware cases and persuasive law from other states.VDSB12132022dna_d

A Higher Bar: How to Exceed Client Expectations in a Virtual World
Expires: Dec. 14th, 2024

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This seminar will provide tips and trends for lawyers growing their practice with information on how law practices can focus on client experience and utilizing digital technologies to set themselves up for success.VDSB12142022A_HIG

Lessons from the Civil Rights Movement for Changemakers
Expires: Jan. 16th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit
The Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s made ground-breaking racial change, helped inspire liberation movements by women and other people of color, and set the terms for today’s debates over equity and inclusion in American society. This talk discusses lessons the movement offers to today’s aspiring changemakers about how to frame agendas, mobilize supporters, and create alliances across difference in pursuit of fundamental societal change. VDSB01162023LESSO

ADR and Ethics 2023
Expires: Jan. 30th, 2025

2.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
The Office of Disciplinary Counsel will discuss the unique ethical challenges faced by lawyers serving as arbitrators or other third-party neutrals, including advertising, disclosure requirements, confidentiality, and conflicts.VDSB01302023ADR_A

Workers' Compensation Breakfast Seminar 2023
Expires: Jan. 17th, 2025

3.3 hours CLE credit
Join us for our annual breakfast seminar and hear from experienced speakers! This year, our program highlights include: • Case Law Update • A keynote address from Superior Court of DE • Forms and Formularies • Presentation and Preservation of Evidence  • Pre-Trial Procedure • Best Trial Practices  VDSB01172023WORKE

Talk Saves Lives
Expires: Feb. 14th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This CLE will discuss warning signs for suicide in the office or at home. This presentation will provide research data to help us understand, talk about, and support our fellow bar members. Fellow bar member, Victoria Sweeney will speak on behalf of the Delaware Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and be joined by Scott Godshall, Esquire who is the new Executive Director for DE-LAP. This seminar will be accompanied by a lunch provided by DE-LAP. VDSB02142023TALK_

The 28th Annual Rubenstein-Walsh Seminar on Ethics and Professionalism
Expires: Feb. 10th, 2025

4.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Join us for the 28th annual Rubenstein-Walsh CLE on Ethics and Professionalism, co-sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society and the Delaware State Bar Association, on Friday, February 10.  The CLE will be held live at Riverfront Events/Hyatt in Wilmington, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., and will feature an all-star cast of attorneys and judges addressing hot topics in the world of ethics and professionalism.VDSB02102023THE_2

Again, Was That Wrong? Part 2
Expires: Feb. 21st, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Explore with ODC the absurd and outrageous cases from the world of legal ethics and attorney discipline. Whether you are a double-dipper, a close-talker, or a re-gifter (not that there’s anything wrong with that), you’ll appreciate the substance and the humor of this CLE. So put on your puffy shirt, and say “Serenity Now” (yada yada yada)….and sign up for this great CLE.VDSB02212023AGAIN

The Great Wake-Up Call- Estate Planning in the Digital Age
Expires: Feb. 23rd, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
In this program, we will introduce estate planners to ideas and innovation that deepen client relationships, augment client service, and generate recurring revenue models into T&E practices without taking away from billable time. We’ll highlight the changing perceptions of sustainable inter-generational estate planning and the opportunities within. Key topics will include: – How the digital economy has made us rethink digital life after death – The inheritance economy –greatest wealth transfer in history – The changing face of estate planning – Driving transparency in life and legacy planning for the “Circle of Trust” – Planning across generations VDSB02232023THE_G

Not Only for Kids: Lawyers and Video Game Addiction
Expires: Mar. 21st, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
In 2011 a Pennsylvania attorney was suspended from the practice of law for three years following a Disciplinary Board finding of misconduct, primarily in the nature of neglect and failure to discharge various ethical duties. The attorney testified he used “computer games” to relieve professional and personal stress and acknowledged that he could not practice law until he overcame his claimed addiction to “electronic recreation.” In today’s increasingly digital world, most people own multiple electronic devices and their use and value have increased exponentially. However, similar to tobacco, alcohol or drugs, video games and screen time can become an addiction if their continued use harms a person’s health, relationships, or career. Join us for a panel discussion among members of the Delaware Council on Gambling Problems as we focus on problematic gaming and its link to certain mental health issues, including stress, depression, poor sleep or insomnia, impulsivity, anxiety, and work-related fatigue. This conversation will also include a discussion on the convergence of gaming and gambling; lawyer specific risks of unhealthy gaming; and resources available for individuals seeking help or support. VDSB03212023NOT_O

Fundamentals of Real Estate 2023
Expires: Mar. 15th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
One of the seven Fundamentals courses for all new attorneys. If you are new to real and personal property law, either as a new admittee or you're handling a pro bono case or just need a refresher, this seminar is invaluable. Experts in the field will discuss the real estate essentials of settlements, titles searches, financing, land use, and escrow.VDSB03152023FUNDA

Labor and Employment Law Update 2023
Expires: Apr. 5th, 2025

3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.1 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Join us for the annual Labor and Employment Law Update seminar! This year, the seminar will look at ADR in employment litigation, legislative updates, the paid medical leave insurance program, and a presentation on wellness from DE-LAP. VDSB04052023LABOR

Growing Your Firm- The Value of Personal Connections
Expires: Apr. 27th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This webinar looks at the client experience and how to grow your firm by improving client communication. We will cover what people expect when they call a firm, how firms are at risk of losing business by using automation and recordings instead of live answering, we'll look at the data to see when people are calling, how to turn leads into clients with personalization, and how by Ruby uniquely qualified to solve those problems.VDSB04272023GROWI

Legal Malpractice: What Lawyers Need to Know and How to Avoid It
Expires: Apr. 26th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Join Mike Mooney, professional liability expert and Senior Vice President at USI Affinity, for a one-hour CLE Webinar. This seminar will help identify potential malpractice claims and provide steps you can take to reduce your risk.VDSB04262023LEGAL

Workers' Compensation Seminar 2023
Expires: May. 2nd, 2025

6.5 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
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Fundamentals of Lawyer-Client Relations 2023
Expires: May. 11th, 2025

7.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the important relationship between lawyers and their clients. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the decisions lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and in seeking assistance when situations become difficult.VDSB05112023FUNDA

Small Firms and Solo Practitioners Conference 2023
Expires: May. 5th, 2025

4.5 hours CLE credit (includes 2.8 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
Dedicated to YOU, the solo or small firm practitioner, this conference is curated to address topics and issues you face running your practice. The Small Firms section is the largest in the Delaware State Bar Association and represents the vital and growing segment of Delaware’s legal community. Our topics have been selected with input from the section to help attorneys address the unique challenges they face and to learn from experts and peers about running an effective, efficient and sustainable practice. VDSB05052023SMALL

Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act
Expires: May. 17th, 2025

1.5 hours CLE credit
The Corporate Transparency Act, which requires businesses to file a beneficial ownership information report with a bureau of the Department of Treasury known as FinCEN, takes effect on January 1, 2024.  This legislation will likely impact 32 million business entities as well as the lawyers that handle their formation.  Noncompliance may result in harsh civil and criminal penalties.    What, exactly, needs to be filed?  Who is considered a “beneficial owner”?  When are compliance materials due?  This CLE seminar provides answers to these questions, and more.  Alan Stachura, the Senior Manager of Government Relations for CT Corporation, will break down the key components of this new reporting obligation so you can move ahead with clarity, confidence, and compliance.  Attendees will learn about:  - Companies that must file and companies that are exempt - What information must be reported - When the initial report is due - When a report needs to be updated or corrected - Who is considered a beneficial owner - Penalties for non-compliance - What companies and law firms should be doing now to prepare VDSB05172023BENEF

Client Capacity, Legal Ethics, and Dementia Informed Lawyering 2023
Expires: May. 10th, 2025

3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
This session will explore how and why attorneys assess capacity and the ethical obligations of an attorney when a client has diminished capacity. Dementia Informed Lawyering Dementia and other causes of diminished capacity change the way lawyers need to communicate with our clients, and can result in unexpected behaviors. This session will offer guidance on effective communication and how to carefully respond to a client who is experiencing unexpected or disruptive behaviors.  This session includes developments since the 2019 CLE seminar on these topics co-sponsored by DSAAPD (Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Disabilities) and the Elder Law Section of the Delaware State Bar Association as this is an emerging area of understanding. VDSB05102023clien  

Deposition Skills in Chancery Court
Expires: May. 25th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit
To succeed as a litigator, it is important to understand how to take and defend depositions in order to effectively advocate for your client. In this program, both new and experienced attorneys alike can learn or refresh essential deposition skills, including how to avoid common pitfalls, testing case theories, managing difficult witnesses and counsel, and using transcripts effectively. Join Vice Chancellor Cook, Master Selena Molina for a discussion of strategies and techniques for maximizing your effectiveness at preparing for, taking, and defending depositions.VDSB05252023DEPOS

Secure 2.0 Act of 2022
Expires: May. 25th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit
Unless you never plan to retire, here is a seminar you shouldn’t miss! The IRS is modifying the way you manage, contribute to, and pay taxes on distributions from your retirement accounts. Optimizing your how your plan affects your taxes and your ability to retire sooner rather than later is difficult without a knowledgeable planner. The Secure 2.0 Act will affect required minimum distributions (RMDs), automatic enrollment, penalties for early withdrawal, and conversions from other plans. Get the scoop from our expert speaker, Paul M. Mitchell of Precision Wealth Partners.VDSB05252023SECUR

Toxicology Pearls for Attorneys
Expires: Jun. 6th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit
“Toxicology Pearls for Attorneys” will give a broad overview of what attorneys need to know about the effects of alcohol as well as common street and prescription drugs on the body, interpreting drug screens, how alcohol absorption can be delayed or increased, and the connection between drug levels and impairment. There is so much to know about the science behind drug and alcohol-related impairment but this one-hour program will establish useful basic principles. Learning objectives: 1. List the expected effects on the body from common street and prescription drugs 2. Differentiate between drug/alcohol levels obtained from blood, urine, breath 3. Identify common false positives when interpreting drug screen results 4. Assess the utility of drug levels for commonly encountered street and legal drugs 5. Describe the correlation between drug and alcohol levels and level of impairment VDSB06062023TOXIC

Marijuana and Synthetic Cannabinoids: High-lights of the Science for Attorneys
Expires: Sep. 19th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit
ZOOM ONLY - As marijuana sources expand to medical-use and legal recreational-use, attorneys encounter more cases involving these substances and their role in impairment. What are the differences between marijuana metabolites? What are some pearls in interpreting drug testing results? How do the various sources of marijuana (edibles, "joints", oils) differ in potency and effects on the body? What is the science behind the marijuana breath testing device? What are synthetic cannabinoids and how do they compare with marijuana? These and other questions will be answered in this one-hour presentation. VDSB09192023MARIJ

Delaware Corporate Council 2023
Expires: Sep. 12th, 2025

4.0 hours CLE credit
Panel 1: Delaware Court of Chancery Process and Corporate Law Update: A Conversation with Practitioners and Vice Chancellor Sam Glasscock, III and Magistrate in Chancery Bonnie W. David. Panel 2: Part II: The 2023 Amendments: Their Purpose and Impact. VDSB09122023DELAW1

Omnicare v. NCS, A 20th Anniversary CLE
Expires: Sep. 26th, 2025

2.0 hours CLE credit
Twenty years ago, the Supreme Court split 3-2 to reverse the judgment of the Chancery Court’s judgment denying the application for a temporary injunction preventing a merger of NCS and Genesis. The Supreme Court found that preclusive and coercive measures in a contract must yield to the supervening responsibility of the directors to discharge their fiduciary duties. Now, 20 years later, come join the principal players in the underlying Chancery case and the Supreme Court opinion. Get an unusual opportunity to hear what the dissent has to say. This seminar is one of a number of corporate law anniversary cases which DSBA has created over the years.VDSB09262023OMNIC

Short Topics in Real Estate 2023
Expires: Oct. 3rd, 2025

3.8 hours CLE credit
Join us for the annual Short Topics in Real Estate seminar! This seminar will be offered Live in Wilmington and Georgetown. VDSB10032024SHORT

Recent Developments in Privacy, Data Security, E-Discovery and AI 2023
Expires: Oct. 4th, 2025

3.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Panel 1- Recent Developments in Data Security and Privacy Panel 2- AI VDSB10042023RECEN

Environmental Law 2023
Expires: Nov. 1st, 2025

3.3 hours CLE credit

Call Trends Every Attorney Should Know
Expires: Nov. 7th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Client expectations are at an all-time high—leaving today’s firms in need of ways to predict and address the needs of the people they serve. Fortunately, over-the-phone conversations provide an answer for both.   Ruby recently analyzed over 62 million customer calls to find out what impact the phone has on today’s businesses and we found some eye-opening trends. In this presentation, we’ll share those findings along with practical tips anyone can use to delight customers and make phone calls work for their business. VDSB11072023CALL_

Fundamentals of Will Drafting and Estate Administration 2023
Expires: Oct. 12th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course is one of the seven Fundamentals courses which new bar members must take to comply with their Continuing Legal Education Commission requirements. Attendees will learn from experienced practitioners about the basics of estate planning and estate administration. This engaging and interactive program is designed to equip those new to the practice area with the tools needed to succeed and is full of practical tips. You will even get to see a case study to demonstrate the sorts of things you will need to know to practice in this area. Program Highlights: Overview of Estate Planning; Overview of Estate Administration; Basics of Will Drafting; Practice and Procedure Before the Register of Wills. VDSB10122023FUNDA

Fundamentals of Criminal Law and Procedure 2023
Expires: Nov. 15th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
A complete fundamentals course (one of 7 required for new attorneys) which takes one on the journey of a criminal case from arrest to trial and appeal and beyond. VDSB11152023funda

Office and Trial Practice 2023- Mediation Primer: It's Elementary
Expires: Nov. 16th, 2025

2.0 hours CLE credit
This CLE is designed to acquaint newer members of the Bar with mediation as a method of ADR. We will hear from a distinguished speaker in the first part of the seminar. The second presentation will be a panel comprised of mediators with real life experience from a variety of State and Federal courts in Delaware. The panelists will discuss topics from a practical perspective, with a goal of introducing practitioners to the world of mediation. These topics will include: case valuation; how best to prepare for mediation; what to expect during mediation; and lawyer responsibilities after mediation.VDSB11162023OFFIC

Delaware's New Marijuana Laws 2023
Expires: Nov. 21st, 2025

2.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
In April 2023, Delaware became the 22nd state to legalize cannabis after Governor Carney allowed House Bills 1 & 2 to become law without his signature. HB 1 legalizes possession of up to one ounce of cannabis for adults 21 and older. HB 2 establishes and regulates the marijuana industry.  This will be a panel discussion moderated by John Deckers addressing: the history and enactment of Delaware laws, marijuanan products and consumption, the criminal and civil considerations involving DUI, other looming legal issues, marijuana licensing, and considerations of the DE Lawyers Rules of Professional Conduct.VDSB11212023DELAW

Professional Liability: What Law Firms Need to Know and How to Make Sure You Are Fully Insured
Expires: Nov. 9th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Are you certain that your law firm is fully protected against potential professional liability risks? As the legal landscape evolves, it becomes crucial for law firms to ensure they have the right insurance coverage in place to safeguard their interests and reputation. We invite you to our exclusive webinar, “Professional Liability: What Law Firms Need to Know and How to Make Sure You are Fully Insured.” Mike Mooney, Senior Vice President of USI Affinity, will share invaluable insights and practical tips to help your firm navigate the complexities of professional liability insurance.VDSB11092023PROFE

Beyond the Mission Statement
Expires: Feb. 28th, 2025

1.5 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Join us for a panel discussion between the DEI directors, coordinators, and committee chairs of the some of the largest firms in Delaware. Our moderator will pose questions to each speaker about which diversity means to them and their firm. We will discuss the role of a designated DEI coordinator in firms and how to build an environment where all voices are heard. This conversation will go through firm’s procedures, responsibilities, and how employees communicate their thoughts and ideas.VDSB02282023ZBEYO

Understanding the Next Frontier of Digital Communications and Forensic Collections
Expires: Nov. 30th, 2025

1.5 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
In the rapidly changing digital landscape, it’s imperative to stay abreast of emerging technologies. The acquisition of content from trending data sources is crucial and must be done in a manner that’s not only defensible but also meets the highest forensic standards. This approach is critical to steer clear of potential complications related to spoliation. We will hear from the Director of Digital Forensics, Scott Pearson of Parcels Inc. who is an expert in this field.VDSB11302023UNDER

Family Law Update 2023
Expires: Dec. 14th, 2025

6.5 hours CLE credit (includes 2.0 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
VDSB12142023FAMIL

To Do: Find a Catchy Title for CLE on Procrastination
Expires: Dec. 12th, 2025

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Lawyers procrastinate? Say it’s not so! This seminar will show lawyers how to recognize the factors that contribute to procrastination and how to complete work with more control and less crisis management. Procrastination creates undue stress which can affect productivity and result in errors. Join us to hear how you and your colleagues can stay on track! VDSB12122023TO_DO

Expungement Clinic Training 2024
Expires: Jan. 10th, 2026

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
During this CLE, attendees will learn about the expungement eligibility criteria in Delaware, the different expungement pathways in the State, and practical tips for assisting people with understanding and navigating Delaware’s record clearance processes. Attendees will leave the program with the knowledge necessary to assist expungement clinic clients, including at the Clean Slate Delaware Expungement Clinic* on Monday, January 15, 2024. This CLE program is free for attendees that also participate in the January 15th Expungement Clinic.

Commercial Law 2024
Expires: Jan. 17th, 2026

1.5 hours CLE credit
Please join the DSBA’s Commercial Law Section for a lunch CLE discussing the recent amendments to Article 12 of the Delaware Uniform Commercial Code, featuring panelists Jake Crosetto and Matt Schwalm of Richards, Layton & Finger, P.A., and Chris Messa of Berger McDermott LLP.

Behind the Cool Image: Coping with Loss and Navigating the Pathways of Grief
Expires: Jan. 25th, 2026

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
News Flash: Lawyers are human. Subsequently, they experience grief which is a normal human response to the loss of someone or something you love. Although a CLE and workshop on grief cannot fully address the uniqueness of an individual’s loss, we can use this program to educate and learn more about the process of grief. After the death of a loved one, or other life-altering losses, your world changes. Navigating through grief to your “new normal” is often filled with overwhelming emotions that can be difficult to understand. And even more difficult to suit up and continue lawyering. Moreover, it can be a tool to better understand a client or staff person too. DSB01252024BEHIN

The 29th Annual Rubenstein-Walsh Seminar on Ethics and Professionalism
Expires: Feb. 9th, 2026

4.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
The Latest in Ethics and Professionalism 4.0 hours of live CLE and EE for DE and PA Attorneys VDSB02092024THE_2

2022
Fundamentals of Will Drafting and Estate Administration 2022
Expires: Mar. 30th, 2024

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course is one of the seven Fundamentals courses which new bar members must take to comply with their Continuing Legal Education Commission requirements. Attendees will learn from experienced practitioners about the basics of estate planning and estate administration. This engaging and interactive program is designed to equip those new to the practice area with the tools needed to succeed and is full of practical tips. You will even get to see a case study to demonstrate the sorts of things you will need to know to practice in this area. VDSB03302022FUNDA PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Overview of Estate Planning Overview of Estate Administration Basics of Will Drafting Practice and Procedure Before the Register of Wills

Fundamentals of Law Practice Management 2022
Expires: Sep. 23rd, 2024

5.8 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the important relationship between lawyers and their clients. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the decisions lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and in seeking assistance when situations become difficult.VDSB09232022FUNDA

Fundamentals of Family Law 2022
Expires: Oct. 21st, 2024

6.3 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the challenges and rewards of helping clients navigate through the various facets of Family Law. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the assessments lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and discussions of special topics of interest to Family Law practitioners such as custody and child support issues.VDSB10212022FUNDA

Fundamentals of Civil Litigation 2022
Expires: Nov. 9th, 2024

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course, one of the seven Fundamentals courses, will give an overview of civil litigation best practices for each of the courts in Delaware, from the filing of a complaint to the completion of an appeal.VDSB11092022Funda

2023
Fundamentals of Real Estate 2023
Expires: Mar. 15th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
One of the seven Fundamentals courses for all new attorneys. If you are new to real and personal property law, either as a new admittee or you're handling a pro bono case or just need a refresher, this seminar is invaluable. Experts in the field will discuss the real estate essentials of settlements, titles searches, financing, land use, and escrow.VDSB03152023FUNDA

Fundamentals of Lawyer-Client Relations 2023
Expires: May. 11th, 2025

7.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the important relationship between lawyers and their clients. A comprehensive curriculum looks at the decisions lawyers must make in dealing with their clients, in working within the rules of ethics, and in seeking assistance when situations become difficult.VDSB05112023FUNDA

Fundamentals of Will Drafting and Estate Administration 2023
Expires: Oct. 12th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit
This course is one of the seven Fundamentals courses which new bar members must take to comply with their Continuing Legal Education Commission requirements. Attendees will learn from experienced practitioners about the basics of estate planning and estate administration. This engaging and interactive program is designed to equip those new to the practice area with the tools needed to succeed and is full of practical tips. You will even get to see a case study to demonstrate the sorts of things you will need to know to practice in this area. Program Highlights: Overview of Estate Planning; Overview of Estate Administration; Basics of Will Drafting; Practice and Procedure Before the Register of Wills. VDSB10122023FUNDA

Fundamentals of Criminal Law and Procedure 2023
Expires: Nov. 15th, 2025

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
A complete fundamentals course (one of 7 required for new attorneys) which takes one on the journey of a criminal case from arrest to trial and appeal and beyond. VDSB11152023funda

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DELAWARE CLE REQUIREMENTS

24 credit hours, each compliance period (2 years), of which 4 must be enhanced ethics and 12 must be live credits.

Commission on Continuing Legal Education
Supreme Court of the State of Delaware
The Renaissance Centre
405 N. King Street, Suite 420
Wilmington, DE 19801
302-577-7040

https://courts.delaware.gov/cle/

PENNSYLVANIA CLE REQUIREMENTS

12 credit hours every year and 2 hours MUST  be ethics.  All 12 credits may be completed through long-distance learning.

Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board
Pennsylvania Judicial Center
601 Commonwealth Ave, Suite 3400
P.O. Box 62495
Harrisburg, PA 17106-2495
717-231-3251

http://www.pacle.org/about/PACLE_board.asp