TBA Complete CLE Package - 15 Hours of CLE

Courses Included

• Ethics Homeshow: AI, Ethics Rules and More! The Song Remains the Same
  
  

  Ethics guru, Brian Faughnan is back with TBA’s always entertaining, yearly ethics tradition. Riddle us this. What do Led Zeppelin, Bob Dylan, Matthew McConaughey, Artificial Intelligence and the Ethics Rules have in common? We'll give you a minute to think about that.

  The answer: This on demand virtual seminar! When it comes to the evolution of legal practice and the ethics rules, The Times, They Are A-Changin’ yet The Song Remains the Same. Alright? Alright. Do you know what the Ethics Rules say about AI? What are some of the latest updates that you may not have seen or heard about in 2023? What can I expect in 2024? These are just a couple of the themes and topics we will explore whether you are at a firm, in-house or a solo practitioner.

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:3.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Brian Faughnan, Faughnan Law, PLLC, Memphis
    I am a sole practitioner and owner of Faughnan Law, PLLC, located in Memphis.  Prior to founding my firm, I practiced law for twenty-three years in large and mid-sized full-service law firms....
• Essential Presentation Skills for Attorneys
  
  

  Public speaking is a core leadership skill. Attorneys are expected to be comfortable in a range of virtual, in-person, formal and informal situations. Whether you’re talking to a client or speaking in court, you want to deliver a clear, confident message. Mimi Bliss of Bliss Communications has updated her highly-rated CLE on presentation skills to cover a range of professional situations.

  In this on demand workshop, you’ll learn how to sharpen your message to be more concise; engage your audience; master the virtual presentation, including technology tools, lighting and set-up; and use voice, gestures and eye contact to speak effectively. Attorneys who participated in last year’s workshop said the speaking tips were actionable and relevant to lawyers.

  Here is a sneak preview of the workshop. Click for links to one-minute videos with speaking tips.

  Start with the Why

  How to Eliminate Filler Words

  Lighting for Virtual Meetings

  Feedback about last year’s Essential Presentation Skills for Attorneys included “Excellent course with many simple, practical tips that I can apply daily,” “Now I know what to work on to improve my skills,” and “Really useful tips for meetings and presentations.”

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:0.00General Credits:1.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Mimi Bliss, Bliss Communications, Nashville
    As owner of Bliss Communications since 1997, Mimi Bliss focuses on the core leadership skill of public speaking. Mimi prepares leaders to speak with confidence in any situation – speeches, media...
• Document Management and Retention: Can I Throw It Away Yet?
  
  

  It is not uncommon for firms to have hundreds, sometimes thousands of closed bankers boxes sitting around, with some spending thousands of dollars on closed file storage per month. Many firms are starting to move towards paperless office environments, which begs the question(s) “How long do I have to keep my closed files ... paper and/or electronic?”... and “How can I convert that paper to digital so I can destroy the paper files?” In this webinar, you will learn the essentials about document management & retention and a common-sense economical and ethical approach to a complex issue.

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Paul Unger, Affinity Consulting,
    Paul is a national speaker and author. He coaches lawyers how to be more efficient with time management by offering customized seminars and workshops. When he isn’t speaking or writing, he is...
• Bill and Phil Show 2024: Artificial Intelligence Gets Real
  
  

  With the explosion of Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in many applications and gadgets that we use every day, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of lofty promises for AI. Bill and Phil explore practical applications of AI in the real world both in legal-specific technology and in productivity gadgets used by professionals of all stripes. The presentation will cover the history of AI’s evolution in the legal tech industry, the benefits of this technology, the limitations, and the pitfalls to avoid. As they are known for their penchant for the latest and greatest tech gadgets, Bill and Phil will showcase some of their latest finds that enhance productivity, profitability, and quality of life all in the real world.

  Course Information

  Format:Online VideoDual Credits:2.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Phillip Hampton, Legal Technology Consultant, Nashville
    Phillip Hampton is a legal technology consultant who has over 30 years of experience in the field of information technology and since 1995 has consulted with numerous law firms and government agencies...
  • William Ramsey, Neal & Harwell PLC, Nashville
    Bill Ramsey is a member of the firm of Neal & Harwell.The primary focus of Mr. Ramsey's professional practice is complex civil and criminal litigation.  He attended the Georgia Institute of...
• How Mindfulness Can Help You Avoid Legal Burnout, Continue to Competently Perform Legal Services, and Remain Ethically Compliant
  
  

  Back by popular demand, TBA CLE brings you an attorney wellness session providing tools to combat and avoid legal burnout.

  As attorneys, constant stress is often a part of the job. If we don’t effectively manage chronic stress, however, it has the potential to cripple our productivity levels and make it physically, mentally, and emotionally impossible to effectively advocate for our clients and ourselves. Further, we run the risk of running afoul of the rules of
  professional conduct. Instituting even 1 or 2 minutes of meditation and mindfulness into our daily routines can have immediate and far-reaching benefits in our professional and personal lives. Become your best self now. Join us as we demystify meditation and focus on the basics of mindfulness: what it is and isn’t, how to do it, and how to maximize its benefits. We will delve into specific methods of integrating mindfulness into your day-to-day law practice.

  This 60-min CLE session will empower you to:
  • Protect yourself from burnout
  • Improve focus and boost your overall productivity and efficiency
  • Curb anxiety and stress thru quick, effective “spot treatments”
  • Use mindfulness to enhance ethical decision-making and conflict resolution

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Rebecca Howlett, The Legal Burnout Solution, Director of Attorney Well-Being
    Becky Howlett is an attorney, legal educator, and certified Contemplative Practices Teacher committed to promoting well-being in the legal field and beyond. Becky’s attorney-wellness advocacy...
  • Cynthia Sharp, The Legal Burnout Solution, Director of Client Relations
    Veteran attorney Cynthia Sharp (CEO of The Sharper Lawyer) works with motivated lawyers seeking to generate additional revenue for their law firms. She practiced law from 1982 - 2009 and then embarked...
• Ethics Update: Current Developments from the Board of Professional Responsibility
  
  

  Join the Board of Professional Responsibility's Laura Chastain as she reviews the latest Ethics Updates.

  This is a great opportunity to earn dual credit before December 31. Don't forget all CLE can now be taken online!

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Laura Chastain, Board of Professional Responsibility, Brentwood
    Laura is Ethics Counsel for the Board of Professional Responsibility of the Supreme Court of Tennessee. She is licensed in Tennessee, Texas and Kentucky and has been in private practice as in-house...
• ChatGPT, Siri, and Alexa are Out to Get You
  
  

  AI is coming for lawyers. Whether it’s ChatGPT, virtual assistants, or other new technology, lawyers are at risk. Join the CLE Performer Stuart Teicher as he explores the never-ending problems with the hottest technologies. Rule 1.1 and Rule 1.6 discussed.

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

  SAVE MONEY: Use the prepaid CLE credits that come with your TBA Complete Membership.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Stuart Teicher, The CLE Performer,
    Stuart I. Teicher, Esq. is a professional legal educator who focuses on ethics law and writing instruction.   A practicing attorney for over two decades, Stuart’s career is now dedicated...
• Accounting 101: An Attorney’s Crash Course in Understanding Financial Documents
  
  

  What is ROI? How is a general ledger different from a balance sheet? What is a SEC Form 10-K? This program will cover the essential principles of accounting that attorneys should know, including how accounting can be crucial to certain cases; how to read and understand key financial documents (like balance sheets and profit and loss statements); and how to know which financial questions you should be asking your clients, as well as which documents you need from your client—or opposing counsel. 

  This program will be rebroadcasted during December.

  SAVE MONEY: Use the prepaid CLE credits that come with your TBA Complete Membership. Not a TBA member? Join now to start saving!

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Samantha Ellis, Ritchie, Davies, Johnson & Stovall PC, Knoxville
    
    
    
    
    
    Samantha I. Ellis’s practice encompasses a variety of civil litigation matters, including wrongful death, products liability, personal injury cases, insurance litigation, employment,...
  • Hollie Floberg, Grant, Konvalinka & Harrison, P.C., Chattanooga
    Hollie Floberg attended Tennessee Wesleyan University where she majored in Business Administration. She has a Master of Accountancy from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and attended...
• The Ethics of Asking For Work
  
  

  Soliciting clients can be an ethical minefield. It’s so tough to navigate that the ABA issued a new opinion on the subject. Join the CLE Performer Stuart Teicher as he explains the rule on solicitation and also talks about the weird “hybrid” situation that arises when a lawyer talks to a potential client. Specific rules include:

  -Rule 7.3 Soliciting Clients
  -Rule 7.2 Communicating about lawyer services
  -Rule 1.18 Prospective Client relationships

  This program will be rebroadcasted in December.

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  SAVE MONEY: Use the prepaid CLE credits that come with your TBA Complete Membership.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Stuart Teicher, The CLE Performer,
    Stuart I. Teicher, Esq. is a professional legal educator who focuses on ethics law and writing instruction.   A practicing attorney for over two decades, Stuart’s career is now dedicated...
• Raising The Bar: Advocating for Yourself at Work
  
  

  This session will discuss how to advocate for yourself in the workplace. Topics to be discussed include: effectively advocating for raises and project assignments, making partner, receiving your fair share of credit on cases, scheduling needs, making the most of career conversations and more.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:0.00General Credits:1.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • April Berman, Asurion, Nashville
    April Berman currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel at Asurion, where she is responsible for developing and executing legal strategy in support of business objectives...
  • Marietta Shipley, The Mediation Group of Tennessee LLC, Nashville
    MariettaShipley  retired in September 2006 as the judge of the Second Circuit Court in Nashville having presidied over civil jury and non-jury trials for 16 years.  She is presently...
  • Jonathan Skeeters, Bradley Arant Boult Cummings, Nashville
    Jon Skeeters represents clients in business transactions. His primary focus is on advising publicly traded and privately held companies in the healthcare industry in mergers, acquisitions,...
• Trial Tactics and Techniques – A View from Both Sides of the Bench on How to Effectively Present Your Case to Any Audience
  
  

  With the decline in jury trials, it has become more and more difficult for attorneys to obtain trial experience early in their careers. During this program, attendees will get a peek behind the curtain and learn from those on both sides of the bench (experienced litigators and experienced judges) who will give tips and techniques on presenting your case to any audience, including discussing how style and strategy may differ depending on the audience, how to prepare a strong opening statement and closing argument, and how to handle witnesses.

  Course Information

  Format:Webcast - Archived VideoDual Credits:0.00General Credits:1.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Samantha Ellis, Ritchie, Davies, Johnson & Stovall PC, Knoxville
    
    
    
    
    
    Samantha I. Ellis’s practice encompasses a variety of civil litigation matters, including wrongful death, products liability, personal injury cases, insurance litigation, employment,...
  • Cynthia Chappell, Judge, Criminal Court, Division VI, Nashville
  • Douglas Gilbert, Office of the District Attorney - 30th Judicial District (Shelby), Memphis
  • F. Kelly, The Kelly Firm, Hendersonville
  • Deborah Stevens, Knox County Circuit Court, Div III, Knoxville
    Judge Stevens was appointed as the Circuit Court Judge for Knox County, Division III by Governor Bill Haslam in March of 2013. Prior to taking the bench, she was a shareholder and for many years,...
  • Cynthia Wyrick, United States Magistrate Judge Eastern District of Tennessee, Greeneville
    Cindy Wyrick serves as a United States Magistrate Judge in the Eastern District of Tennessee, at Greeneville. She was formerly a shareholder with the law firm of Ogle, Wyrick & Associates, P.C. in...
• Learn By Doing: An Hour of Legal Writing Exercises
  
  

  Bring your computer (or your pencil if you’re old school…no judgment), and get ready to write. Stuart Teicher (the CLE Performer) has a truckload of exercises that we will do individually then discuss as a group, so we can learn about how to become better legal writers. Things you’ll learn are:

  • The best way to integrate sources into our legal writing. 
  • How to write in plain English
  • How to rework complicated passages
  • And more!

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  SAVE MONEY: Use the prepaid CLE credits that come with your TBA Complete Membership.

  Course Information

  Format:Online VideoDual Credits:1.00General Credits:0.00

  Speakers/Producers

  

  • Stuart Teicher, The CLE Performer,
    Stuart I. Teicher, Esq. is a professional legal educator who focuses on ethics law and writing instruction.   A practicing attorney for over two decades, Stuart’s career is now dedicated...