Delaware State Bar Association

How to Draft a Will for a Small Estate in Delaware 2026
2026-01-09 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Sussex County Courthouse, 1 The Circle, Jury Assembly Room 1st Floor, Georgetown, DE, 19947
January 9, 2026
at the Sussex County Courthouse at 1 The Circle, Georgetown, DE
Jury Assembly Room, 1st Floor
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Agenda
Presented by: Denise Del Giorno Nordheimer, Esq.
This is a FREE CLE presentation for attorneys who do not normally prepare documents such as wills, durable powers of attorney, or advance healthcare directives. The seminar offers a foundation for creating these documents to round out the attorney’s practice area; to help fulfill pro bono commitments in general; and to prepare for the Martin Luther King Day of Service event sponsored by Delaware Volunteer Legal Services on Monday, January 19, 2026 at a TBD location in Sussex County, DE.
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Registration (lunch is not provided, please bring your own lunch and beverage)
12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. Wills, Durable Power Of Attorney, Health Care Directive

Meeting with the client: Client Intake Questionnaire
Planning Ahead: Burial Wishes
The Will
Real Property
Tangible Personal Property
Specific Requests
Executors
Fiduciary Bonds
Guardians
Gifts to Minors
Delaware Durable Power of Attorney
Delaware Health Care Directive

This seminar offers 2.0 credits to Delaware Attorneys (PA and NJ credit will not be offered through the DSBA).

Live location available in Georgetown, DE only, Zoom option will be available (for video credit only). Register for zoom here.

Registration Information

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

Member and Non-Member Rate
$0

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Second Chances – Expungements and Pardons – What Attorneys Should Know
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Delaware State Bar Association, 704 North King Street, Suite 110, wilmington, Delaware(DE), 19801
Second Chances – Expungements & Pardons – What Attorneys Should Know
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Check In: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presentation: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Speaker: Alanna Farber, Esq. – Delaware Office of Defense Services
Second-chance litigation has increased throughout the country. Similarly, in Delaware, in recent years, our expungement laws have changed, allowing more people to become eligible for potential second chance relief. The training will outline the current state of expungement law in Delaware and the impact of Clean Slate legislation. This training will discuss the adult and juvenile expungement statutes, eligibility and legal standard, and procedural rules and practices. The training will also discuss relevant caselaw and the pardon process. The training will review what is included in a pardon application and the process before the Board of Pardons. This training will serve as a primer for any attorneys who would like to volunteer at expungement clinics and/or in representing clients in second-chance proceedings.
This is a free CLE offered in preparation for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on Monday, January 19, 2026.
Please bring your own bagged lunch.
This seminar offers 1.5 credits to Delaware Attorneys only.
Live credits are available for the in-person CLE at the DSBA. There is a zoom option for available for this CLE, which will be available for video credits only. To register for the zoom option, please click here .
Registration Information

Best Practices in the Supreme Court
2026-01-30 09:00 - 12:30 | Wilmington University – Brandywine Campus, 10 Beaver Valley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
Best Practices in the Supreme Court
Friday, January 30, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Wilmington University Law School, Brandywine Campus

Moderators
Richard K. Herrmann, Esq.
Ian Connor Bifferato, Esq.
Panelists:
The Honorable N. Christopher Griffiths, Supreme Court of the State of Delaware
Jennifer C. Wasson, Esq., Potter Anderson & Corroon LLP
Matthew C. Bloom, Esq., Delaware Department of Justice
Gregory V. Varallo, Esq., Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP
Patrick J. Collins, Esq., Collins Price Warner Woloshin
Katherine J. Neikirk, Esq., Supreme Court of the State of Delaware
Lisa Dolph, Clerk of the Delaware Supreme Court
Agenda
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Best Practices for the Delaware Supreme Court
A review of the best practices that will help the Delaware practitioner and visiting counsel PHV succeed. The panel will cover practical tips on perfecting the appeal, brief preparation, courtroom conduct, and effective advocacy tailored to Delaware’s highest court.
10:00 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Ethical Considerations (1.0 ethics credit)
In the second hour, the panel will shift into key ethical questions, including how to handle pro hac vice admissions and the role of transparency in submissions to the Court
11:20 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Break
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Sage Advice and Q&A
The seminar will conclude with a session on sage advice from our panel of experienced lawyers, and court administrators, sharing mentorship-style insights and real-world anecdotes.
This seminar offers 3.0 credits (including 1.0 ethics) to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys and 3.6 credits (including 1.2 ethics) to New Jersey Attorneys. Live location available at Wilmington University, livestream locations in Dover and Seaford.
To register by mail, email or fax, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

DSBA Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credits
$12

NJ Credits
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Justice for Animals CLE
2026-02-04 09:00 - 12:15 | Widener University Delaware Law School, 4601 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE, 19803
Justice for Animals CLE
Widener University Delaware Law School
February 4, 2026
Agenda
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Registration and Check In
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Animal Welfare Legal Protections
Speakers:
Sarah Everhart | Assistant Professor of Law and Director of the Environmental and Natural Resources Law Clinic at Widener University
Alicia Rodriguez | Adjunct Professor at Widener University

Introduction to the field of Animal Law
Overview of federal and state laws regulating the treatment of farmed animals
Agribusiness practices and environmental impacts
“Ag-Gag” laws and related legislation
State Animal Confinement Standards & Federal Endangered Species Act Updates and Considerations

10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Criminal Law and Tort Perspectives on Animal Welfare
Speakers:
Sumner Drew Givens, Esq. | Legal Impact for Chickens (Via Zoom)
Mary Ellen Maatman | Professor of Law at Widener University

Issues in prosecuting animal cruelty cases
Liability issues related to keeping wildlife and exotic animals as pets
Tort law considerations and damages involving companion animals

This seminar offers 3.0 credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys and 3.6 credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credit
$12

NJ Credit
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Delaware’s New Statutes for Life & Death Planning
2026-02-11 09:00 - 12:20 | Riverfront Events/Hyatt, 760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Delaware’s New Statutes for Life & Death Planning
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Riverfront Events (New Venue)
9:00 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
In late 2025, two pieces of legislation became effective in Delaware directly impacting Delawareans in life and death planning. 1) The Uniform Real Property Transfer on Death Act, effective December 4, 2025, allows deed holders to transfer deeds on death via Transfer on Death Deed (TODD). The statute’s interface with the probate process, title insurance, and estate planning is complex and deep. 2) The Uniform Health-Care Decisions Act, effective September 30, 2025, made the most significant changes in 30 years to advance health-care decision making in Delaware, including permitting non-physician deciders of capacity and creating new Court of Chancery actions to challenge capacity determinations and health-care decisions.
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Check In
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Benefits and pitfalls of Delaware’s TODD legislation and comparison with other states.
William W. Erhart, Esq. CELA| Estate & Elder Law Services
10:00 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. Break
10:10 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. The Uniform Healthcare Decisions Act and its changes to advance health-care decision making.
Catherine B. Read, Esq. CELA| Estate & Elder Law Services
11:10 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Break
11:20 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. From Statute to System: Hospital Implementation of the Uniform Healthcare Decisions Act
A look at how hospitals are implementing the new Uniform Healthcare Decisions Act, with a focus on the concrete policies and workflows hospitals must adopt.
Jessica Prestipino, Esq. |Christiana Care Health Services, Inc.
Andrew H. Lippstone, Esq. | Lippstone Law LLC
This seminar offers 3.0 credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys and 3.6 credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Seaford. Georgetown and Dover locations are full.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

DSBA Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credit
$12

NJ Credit
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

The Evolving CCLD: New Rules, Best Practices, and Cross-Designation Explained
2026-02-19 11:00 - 14:00 | Riverfront Events/Hyatt, 760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
This event is SOLD OUT at Riverfront location. Georgetown, Dover and Seaford locations are still available.
The Evolving CCLD: New Rules, Best Practices, and Cross-Designation Explained
Thursday, February 19, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Overview of the CCLD, New CCLD Rules, and Recent Developments and Trends
Panelists: The Honorable Meghan A. Adams, The Honorable Patricia A. Winston, Travis S. Hunter, Esq., Carla M. Jones, Esq.

Background and rationale behind the adoption of the new rules
Practical impact of the rules on judicial decision-making and case management

12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch (Provided by the DSBA)
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Best Practices in Complex Commercial Litigation Division (.8 ethics)
Moderated by: Rachel R. Tunney, Esq.
Panelists: The Honorable Eric M. Davis and The Honorable Sheldon K. Rennie

Case intake and assignment: thresholds, designation process, and common pitfalls
Effective pleading practices in complex commercial matters
Best practices for resolving discovery disputes and engaging the court
Professionalism and civility expectations in high-stakes commercial litigation
Ethical considerations unique to complex commercial cases
Lessons learned and common mistakes to avoid in complex commercial litigation

1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Cross Designation Between the Court of Chancery and the Superior Court
Panelists: The Honorable Kathleen M. Miller, The Honorable Sheldon K. Rennie, Mary Frances Dugan, Esq., Jason C. Jowers, Esq.,

Practitioner perspectives on how the complementary structure of the CCLD is functioning in practice
Judicial insights on cross-designation, including transitioning between CCLD and other case types and effective scheduling considerations
Coordination and cooperation between the Superior Court and the Court of Chancery

This seminar offers 2.5 credits, including 1.0 ethics to Delaware Attorneys; 2.5 credits to Pennsylvania Attorneys and 3.0 credits, including 1.2 ethics to New Jersey Attorneys.
We are sold out at the Riverfont location, Live stream options are still available in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford
To register by mail or email please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
125.00

DSBA Government Members
100.00

Non-Members
225.00

PA Credits
10.00

NJ Credits
10.00

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Women and the Law Retreat 2026
2026-02-27 08:00 - 2026-02-28 12:15 | Hyatt Dewey Beach, 1301 Coastal Hwy, Dewey Beach, DE, 19971, United States
×THIS SEMINAR IS SOLD OUT

No refunds will be offered for this event, all registrations are final.
×THIS SEMINAR IS SOLD OUT Registration Information

CLE Pricing Information
COST:

Day 1 and Day 2 (includes Dinner)
225

Day 1 CLE Only
135

Day 1 CLE and Dinner
185

Day 1 Dinner Only
85

Day 2 CLE only
90

PA Credit
32

NJ Credit
32

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

From Policy to Practice: Financial and Social Security Updates Affecting Attorneys
2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 | Delaware State Bar Association, 704 North King Street, Suite 110, wilmington, Delaware(DE), 19801
From Policy to Practice: Financial and Social Security Updates Affecting Attorneys
Thursday, March 5, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
DSBA
Presenters:
Harrison R. Gelber | Director of Private Banking & Trust Advisory Services | WSFS
John Ventura | Senior Vice President | WSFS Private Bank | Bryn Mawr Trust
11: 30 p.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Check In
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Presentation
This CLE will highlight the importance of financial literacy and its role in effective personal and professional decision-making. Attendees will gain an overview of key savings and financing vehicles, along with practical strategies for financial planning and goal setting. The program will also address recent and upcoming tax and Social Security changes and their impact on long-term financial outcomes.
Lunch will be provided by the DSBA
This seminar offers 1.0 credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys, 1.2 credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$50

DSBA Government Members
$25

DSBA Non-Members
$150

PA Credits
$4

NJ Credits
$4

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Keeping the Peace CLE
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Delaware State Bar Association, 704 North King Street, Suite 110, wilmington, Delaware(DE), 19801
Keeping The Peace CLE
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Agenda
Presenter: James Deel, Executive Director, Delaware Lawyer’s Assistance Program (DELAP)
Check-in: 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presentation: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
This program explores how cultivating peace—rather than avoiding conflict—strengthens both personal and professional relationships. Drawing on relationship science and practical strategies, the session examines how effective communication, emotional regulation, and constructive conflict management improve well-being, collaboration, and long-term success in romantic partnerships and workplace teams.
Lunch will be provided.
This seminar offers 1.0 ethics credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys, 1.2 ethics credits to NJ Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail, email or fax, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$50

DSBA Government Members
$25

Non-Members
$150

PA Credits
$4

NJ Credits
$4

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Anatomy of a Scam CLE
2026-03-19 10:00 - 14:00 | Delaware Technical and Community College, 21179 College Drive, Georgetown, DE, United States
Anatomy of a Scam CLE
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Del Tech, Owens Campus, Georgetown, DE
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Presenters:
Elisa L. Morris, Esq. | Settlement Works, LLC
Jenna L. Stayton, Esq. | Giordano & Gagne, LLC
Guest Speaker: FBI Representative (real-world investigations and enforcement insights)
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Check In
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Fraud Schemes Currently Active in Delaware
An in-depth look at emerging and ongoing real estate fraud schemes impacting practitioners, title professionals, and consumers, including:

Fake and fraudulent liens
“Ghost” title companies
Wire fraud and email compromise
Seller fraud involving vacant land and estate-owned property
Case examples and trends from law enforcement

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch
(Sponsored by Fidelity and the Real & Personal Property Law Section)
12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Ethics and Regulatory Compliance in Real Estate Transactions (1.5 Ethics Credit)
A regulatory and ethics-focused discussion addressing professional responsibilities, risk mitigation, and compliance obligations when identifying and responding to fraud, including:

Ethical duties of attorneys and settlement agents
Best practices for fraud prevention and client communication
Regulatory standards and compliance considerations

This seminar offers 3.0 credits, including 1.5 ethics to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys. 3.6 credits, including 1.8 ethics to New Jersey Attorneys.
This CLE will be hosted live at DelTech, Owens Campus in Georgetown, DE. Live stream options available in Wilmington (DSBA office), Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

DSBA Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credit
$12

NJ Credit
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Legal Ethics Mystery Thrillers March 2026
2026-03-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Wilmington University – Brandywine Campus, 10 Beaver Valley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
Legal Ethics Mystery Thrillers March 2026
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Wilmington University
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Presenters:
Richard K. Herrmann, Esq.
Ian Connor Bifferato, Esq.
Office of Disciplinary Counsel
5:00- 5:45 The Witness Who Knew Too Much
Presentation of first case study and discussion
5:45-6:30 The Watchers
Presentation of second case study and discussion
This ethics-focused CLE uses fictional legal thrillers to explore real-world professional responsibility dilemmas arising from personal relationships with witnesses, conflicts of interest, and looming perjury on the eve of trial. Through the story of Nexcore Industries v. The Delaware News Journal, participants will analyze duties under the Delaware Rules of Professional Conduct, including conflicts (Rules 1.7 and 1.8), candor to the tribunal (Rule 3.3), confidentiality and privilege (Rule 1.6), withdrawal (Rule 1.16), and reporting misconduct (Rule 8.3). Guided discussion questions invite attendees to assess remedial options, risk management strategies, and best practices for navigating ethical crises while protecting clients, the court, and one’s law license.
This seminar offers 1.5 ethics credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys, 1.8 ethics credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
There are no livestream options for this CLE, however the video will be available for purchase after the fact.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$75

DSBA Government Members
$50

DSBA Non-Members
$175

PA Credits
$6

NJ Credits
$6

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Law Firm Challenges and Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence CLE
2026-03-27 09:00 - 12:15 | Wilmington University – Brandywine Campus, 10 Beaver Valley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
Law Firm Challenges and Opportunities in Artificial Intelligence
Friday, March 27, 2026
9:00 am – 12:15 pm
Wilmington University, Brandywine Campus
Moderators
Richard K. Herrmann, Esq.
Ian Connor Bifferato, Esq.
9:00 – 9:10 AM | Welcome, Framing & Ground Rules
Purpose of the Program

This is not an AI tutorial
This is not a product demo
This is about strategic decisions firms are already making—whether they admit it or not

Framing Points

Why AI is now a law firm management issue, not a tech issue
Why sitting still is also a strategic choice
How this program differs from “Best Practices in AI”

Section I — AI 101 For Law Firm Leaders
9:10 – 9:40 AM | Just Enough to Be Dangerous (in a Good Way)
Section II — Opportunities: Where Firms Can Win
9:40 – 10:30 AM | Strategic Upside of AI

A. Efficiency & Leverage Opportunities
B. Raising the Bar on Quality of Legal Services
C. Standing Out in the Profession
D. Helping Shape Substantive Law

10:30 – 10:45 AM | Break
Section III — Challenges: Where Firms Can Lose
10:45 – 11:45 AM | Strategic, Ethical, and Operational Risk

A. Competing in an Uneven AI Arms Race
B. Dangerous Uses by Staff and Attorneys
C. Client Expectations & Pressure
D. Billing, Value & the Business Model
E. Governance, Policy & Risk Management

Section IV — The Strategic Balance
11:45 – 12:05 PM | So What Should Firms Actually Do?
Section V — Looking Ahead
12:05 – 12:15 PM | The Next 3–5 Years
This seminar offers 3.0 ethics credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys; 3.6 ethics credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

DSBA Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credits
$12

NJ Credits
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Best Practices in the Delaware Court of Chancery
2026-03-27 13:00 - 16:15 | Wilmington University – Brandywine Campus, 10 Beaver Valley Road, Wilmington, DE, 19803, United States
Best Practices in the Delaware Court of Chancery
Friday, March 27, 2026
1:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Wilmington University, Brandywine Campus
Moderators
Richard K. Herrmann, Esq.
Ian Connor Bifferato, Esq.
Panelists
Court of Chancery Judge
Clerk of the Court of Chancery
Special Magistrate / Discovery Master
Staff Counsel
Plaintiff-Side Counsel
Defense-Side Counsel
1:00 – 1:10 PM | Welcome & Framing the Session

Purpose of the program
How Chancery practice differs from appellate practice
Why “best practices” in Chancery matter
Explanation of the Q&A-only format

Section I — Best Practices Before You File
1:10 – 2:00 PM | “Before You Fly Out”
Focus: What lawyers should be doing long before the complaint is filed.
Section II — Filing and Getting Into the Court System
2:00 – 2:30 PM | The Mechanics of Chancery Practice
Focus: What happens from filing through early court involvement.
2:30-2:45 pm Break
Section III — Discovery, Case Management and the Courtroom
2:45 – 3:45 PM | How Chancery Actually Runs Cases
Focus: How cases are managed
SECTION IV — Practitioner Perspectives: What the Lawyers Wish They’d Known
Focus: Real-world lessons from both sides of the “v.”
Section V — Sage Advice From the Court
3:45 – 4:15 PM | “If You Remember Nothing Else…”
This seminar offers 3 ethics credits to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys; 3.6 ethics credits to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$150

DSBA Government Members
$125

Non-Members
$250

PA Credits
$12

NJ Credits
$12

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Women Who Rule CLE
2026-03-31 13:00 - 17:15 | Riverfront Events/Hyatt, 760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801, United States
Women Who Rule CLE
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Venue: Riverfront Events
Agenda
This engaging seminar caps off Women’s History Month and features conversations and unique insight from some of the women who have courageously shattered the glass ceiling and forever changed the legal landscape in the state of Delaware.
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Making Herstory: An inspiring CLE Panel that celebrates the journeys of Delaware’s trailblazing female judges. The discussion will highlight their personal paths to the bench, challenges they overcame, and the lasting impact on future generations of women in law.
Moderator: The Honorable Sherry R. Fallon
The Honorable Kathaleen St. Jude McCormick
The Honorable Tamika R. Montgomery-Reeves
The Honorable Karen L. Valihura
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. The Climb: A candid and retrospective conversation exploring the path from bar to bench. This panel features judges who have made the transition, what the change was like, lessons learned along the way, and advice for those interested in pursuing the path.
Moderator: Yvonne Takvorian Saville, Esq.
The Honorable Sonia Augusthy
The Honorable Reneta L. Green-Streett
The Honorable Abigail M. LeGrow
3:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Break
3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Finding Balance (1.0 ethics): A thought-provoking panel focused on the ongoing challenge of achieving and maintaining a healthy work-life balance in the legal profession. This panel features attorneys who have navigated (or are navigating) demanding careers while managing personal and family responsibilities. The panel will discuss strategies, setting boundaries, and the balance of self-care and professional responsibility.
Moderator: Shakuntla L. Bhaya, Esq.
The Honorable Arlene Minus Coppadge
The Honorable Theresa M. Hayes
The Honorable Katharine L. Mayer
4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Beyond the Bench: This panel features former members of the judiciary who have taken their leadership and expertise to other areas. This discussion will explore options after leaving the bench, the transition, as well as ways to stay connected to the legal community.
Moderator: Margaret M. DiBianca, Esq.
The Honorable Jan R. Jurden (Ret.)
The Honorable Vivian L. Medinilla (Ret.)
The Honorable Aida Waserstein (Ret.)
5:15 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Reception Sponsored by DiBianca Law
This seminar offers 4.0 credits, including 1.0 ethics to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys; 4.8 hours, including 1.2 ethics to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email, please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

DSBA Members
$200

Government Members
$175

Non-Members
$300

PA Credits
$16

NJ Credits
$16

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.

Fundamentals of Law Practice Management 2026
2026-05-14 09:00 - 16:45 | Delaware State Bar Association, 704 North King Street, Suite 110, wilmington, Delaware(DE), 19801
Fundamentals of Law Practice Management 2026
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Agenda
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. – Check In and Registration
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Avoiding a Disciplinary Complaint
Office of Disciplinary Counsel
Charles Slanina, Esquire, Ciardi Ciardi & Astin
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Break
10:45 a.m. – 12 p.m. Technology & Ethical Practices (1.3 ethics)
Molly DiBianca, Esquire, DiBianca Law
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch (provided by DSBA)
1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Law Office Practice
Gregory P. Skolnik, Esquire, Heckler & Frabizzio, P.A.
Samuel D. Pratcher, Esquire, Pratcher Krayer LLC
Meghan Butters Houser, Esquire, Law Offices of Weiss, Saville, Medinilla & Houser, P.A.
James R. Donovan, Esquire, Doroshow, Pasquale, Krawitz & Bhaya
2:30 p.m. – 2:45 Break
2:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. Lawyer-Client Relations
Lisa M. Grubb, Esquire, Marshall Dennehey
Rachel D. Allen, Esquire, Nitsche & Fredericks, LLC
Catherine M. Cramer, Esquire, Brockstedt Mandalas Frederico
Michael G. Owen, Esquire, Morris James LLP
Sarah B. Cole, Esquire, Marshall Dennehey
4:15 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Wellness & Work/Life Balance (.5 ethics)
Jim Deel, Executive Director of the Delaware Lawyers’ Assistance Program
This seminar offers 6.0 credits, including 1.8 ethics to Delaware and Pennsylvania Attorneys; 7.2 credits, including 2.1 ethics, to New Jersey Attorneys.
Locations available are Wilmington, Live stream options in Georgetown, Dover, and Seaford.
To register by mail or email please click the blue registration link below.
To register online, please click the green link below.
Registration Information
* Advertised price is for the standard member rate.

CLE PRICING INFORMATION
COST:

New Admittee
$75

DSBA Member
$300

DSBA Government Member
$275

Non-Member
$400

PA Credits
$24

NJ Credits
$24

OUT OF STATE CLE CREDIT INFO
Those attendees who wish to receive CLE credit, other than from Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania, should contact their individual State’s CLE Commission for credit. The Delaware State Bar Association can provide you with the agenda (included in the Materials sent with your registration confirmation) and a Certificate of Attendance (upon completion of the webinar), which should meet the requirements of compliance.
All rates include CLE Seminar and any materials. To register now or review DSBA CLE Policies, click HERE.
All materials provided by the deadline will be available by QR code on the day of the seminar.
Reporting of credits:
Please be advised that the DSBA has 30 days from the date of the seminar to report credits. Credits will be reported according to the date of the seminar not the date they are entered.
