1.0 hour CLE credit
Reginald Patterson from the Delaware Division of Public Health will speak on the Indoor Clean Air Act; it’s successful legacy; and the issue of Hookah smoking in commercial facilities. In addition, Ben Seidel, Founder, President, & CEO of The Real Hospitality Group will discuss the challenges of keeping people from smoking in hotels. VDSB09292021HOOKA

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.VDSB10052021FUNDA

2.0 hours CLE credit
The first half of this program will cover an Overview of Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income and Ethical Considerations for your practice. What can you do when Social Security tells your client they have been overpaid and want $20,000 back within thirty days.  Don’t panic.  In this session, you will learn about the many ways to fight Social Security Overpayments in ways that preserve your client’s income.  Even if you have never handled an overpayment case, you will learn practical tips so that you can help your client and set their mind at ease.  Contrary to popular belief, most Social Security overpayments can be managed or even eliminated. VDSB10202021SOCIA

3.0 hours CLE credit
This seminar will give an overview of the year’s developments in Corporate Law, Criminal Law, and Family Law through the decisions rendered by Delaware’s Supreme Court. This will be followed by a discussion the highlights of the recently concluded 2020 - 2021 Supreme Court term and preview some of the significant cases in the Court’s current 2021 - 2022 term. Discussion will include CORPORATE LAW, CRIMINAL LAW, FAMILY LAW and U.S. Supreme Court cases from the past year and those that are upcoming.VDSB10212021SUPRE

2.0 hours CLE credit
If you are interested in a judicial career or how you can support someone who is interested, this program will provide insight into the process - from applying for a judicial vacancy, the Judicial Nominating Commission Process, the Senate Approval process to what it is really like being a judge. We will also discuss how we can increase diversity on the bench. This will be an interactive program. VDSB10292021demys

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the anatomy of the criminal trial from the initial arrest through plea negotiations and trial and to post-trial procedure. Speakers and panelists will focus on each stage in the criminal process and provide insight from experienced practitioners.VDSB11102021FUNDA

2.0 hours CLE credit
Attorneys from the Office of the Governor and the Delaware Department of Justice, Civil Division will discuss their advisory roles in the State’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  The panelists will describe the process of drafting the State’s Public Health Emergency Orders, including the edits needed to address the continually evolving situation, and will also discuss the collaboration between the Governor’s Office and various State agencies, stakeholders, and constituents to help Delaware “flatten the curve.” During the COVID-19 pandemic, financial and economic factors had a significant impact on Landlord-Tenant issues.  The attorneys in the panel will discuss their roles in handling the legal response to those issues, including the availability of rental assistance and federal funding as well as the eviction moratorium. The panelists will describe different perspectives of the challenges various groups have faced, and may continue to face, as a result of these issues.VDSB11162021OFFIC

1.5 hours CLE credit
This seminar will cover Creative Labor, Unions in the Entertainment Industry:  a brief history of collective bargaining and the labor movement in Hollywood, up to the recent talent agency contract campaign by the Writers Guilds and the near-strike by the union representing below-the-line crew members, the IATSE, as well as COVID and Collective Bargaining: employers, regardless of size and industry, face critical and continuing challenges with managing exposure and vaccination protocols. The discussion will focus on an employer’s rights and responsibilities when fashioning and enforcing policies to address COVID exposure and mitigation.VDSB11042021UNION

3.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Panel I Recent Developments in Data Security How do these events affect Delaware lawyers and their clients? Come hear about the latest data privacy and security issues impacting Delaware lawyers and their clients. This panel will discuss recent developments in litigation, legislation and regulations relating to data security and privacy, with an emphasis on recent ethics guidance and incidents involving attorneys and law firms. Panel II Recent Developments in E-Discovery This panel will get you up-to-date with the latest e-Discovery developments, including recent court decisions and pending rule changes.VDSB12152021RECEN

3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Understand private arbitrations and administered arbitrations, determine what issues are arbitrable and the scope of the arbitrator’s powers, hear what you should do AND what you should avoid, follow the latest caselaw and arbitration trends and delve into the ethical matters that might come up during arbitration.  Some of the Bar’s best arbitrators will educate and entertain!  And, this year, the Kimmel-Thynge Award will be presented to David White.VDSB12012021PLANN

6.5 hours CLE credit (includes 2.5 hours Enhanced Ethics credit)
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS: Family Court Rule Updates; Protection From Abuse Pet Peeves; Delaware Lawyers Assistance Program; The State of the Family Court; Mindfulness Meditation; and Case Law Update. VDSB12102021FAMIL

1.5 hours CLE credit (includes 0.5 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Expert testimony can sometimes be the most difficult evidence introduced at trial. Delaware’s rules and case law have wrestled with how lawyers and judges determine whether an expert witness’s testimony is based upon the requisite valid reasoning to be properly applied to facts in issue. Former Chief Justice Myron Steele and attorney Connor Bifferato consider Daubert v. Merrell Dow Pharmaceuticals (1993) and Kumho Tire Co. v. Carmichael (1999) and the factors that a judge may consider in evaluating whether expert testimony will be used for the purposes counsel intends. And, here’s a chance to learn everything you wanted to know about Ipse Dixit!. VDSB01042022DAUBE

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
In this thought-provoking talk, Deborah Archer, President of the ACLU, explores the effects of crime-free housing ordinances and ways to address exclusion in housing. Dr. King's vision of the Beloved Community was one of an integrated country where people were invested in each other's well-being and where justice and equality ruled all aspects of the community. Ms. Archer particularly focuses on various community initiatives like the interstate highway system, mortgage programs and other physical or psychological barriers which have had a negative effect on persons of color within the community.VDSB01172022DR_KI

1.0 hour CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Remember Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? This one-hour CLE is a spin on that concept in which you, as a lawyer, will be tested on your current knowledge of legal ethics. Are you smarter than a 3L when it comes to answering simple questions about legal ethics. VDSB01272022ARE_Y

2.0 hours CLE credit
Studies have shown that how you tell your client’s story to the jury is case determinative.  An expert story-teller can often overcome evidentiary holes or difficult facts.  Human nature takes over in the minds of jurors because everyone likes to be both informed and even somewhat entertained.  One particularly telling statistic is that jurors tend to have made up their minds after opening statements.  Listen to some experts at developing the story for the jury and learn about what you can do and what you shouldn’t do to present your case in the best possible way.VDSB01262022TALKI

4.0 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
The Beatitudes of Professional Conduct - Program Highlights: Blessed are the Pure at Heart - Staying Abreast of Developments in Legal Ethics; Blessed are those that Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness - Protecting the Attorney-Client Privilege in Litigation; Blessed are Those that Mourn - Client Confidentiality in the World of Trusts and Estates; Blessed are the Geeks - Ethical Issues in the Use of Technology; Blessed are the Peacemakers - The Role of Special Masters in Addressing Issues of Ethics and Professionalism.VDSB0211202227TH_

4.5 hours CLE credit
Join judges and practitioners from the District Court, US Bankruptcy Court, Supreme Court, the Court of Chancery and Superior Court as they discuss the best way to advocate in writing for clients.  Get valuable tips on brief writing and motions from the people who write AND read submissions in both the State and Federal Courts.  This is a practical course that no one should miss.VDSB02152022PRECI

1.5 hours CLE credit in Enhanced Ethics
Join us for a discussion about the recent Lin Wood decisions and others using the Delaware Lawyers' Rules of Proffesional Conduct. We will hear from Delaware ethics experts about these recent decisions and their application.VDSB02242022Limit

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

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

3.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
Back by popular demand, DSBA offers members an opportunity to be Certified as a Trained Arbitrator in one of 4 legal practices:  Family Law; Commercial Law; Personal Injury Law; and Labor & Employment Law.  To be certified, a member must take this course and at least ONE OTHER practice area course. This course will feature the nuts and bolts of any arbitration, stepping attendees through the process of scheduling and conducting the arbitration and in preparing the arbitration order.  Additionally, there will be one hour of ethics related to arbitration hearings. Subject matter courses are being planned and not yet available for registration; however, dates for these courses will be made available shortly. By taking this course and one subject matter course, the attorney may display the DSBA arbitration certification logo on the attorney's website. Certification will remain in effect for 7 years, to be renewed at that time.VDSB02102022arbit

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

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

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

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

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_

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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_

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6.5 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
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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

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

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

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  

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

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

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

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

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

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.VDSB10052021FUNDA

6.0 hours CLE credit (includes 1.0 hour Enhanced Ethics credit)
This course, which is one of the seven Fundamentals courses offered by DSBA, focuses on the anatomy of the criminal trial from the initial arrest through plea negotiations and trial and to post-trial procedure. Speakers and panelists will focus on each stage in the criminal process and provide insight from experienced practitioners.VDSB11102021FUNDA

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

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

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

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

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

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