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Join us for Minnesota CLE’s August Webcast Extravaganza! Earn up to 37.5 credits, including 8 ethics and 3 elimination of bias credits, as you view high-quality, online programs from both national and local presenters. Covering a wide range of practice areas including probate and estate planning, business, civil appeals, family, and employment, the webcast extravaganza is sure to have something for everyone. Sign up today and view them all!
Times listed are Central Time.
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
10 Facts You Should Know About the Minnesota and Federal Estate Tax
Your clients might be surprised to find out that the Minnesota or federal estate tax applies to their estate. While most estates will not incur federal estate tax because of the high exemption amount ($12.06 million per person in 2022), the Minnesota exemption amount is much lower ($3 million). Even if your client’s estate is not large enough to owe federal or state estate tax, you will want to understand these laws to properly advise your clients. This session will explain the Minnesota and federal estate tax systems and will provide basic strategies for limiting your client’s estate tax exposure. This session will also discuss the Federal 706 and the Minnesota M706 forms.
– Alison J. Midden; Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
The Religious-Objection Protection for Healthcare Workers
A practical session on the religious-objection protection for healthcare workers, including:
– Penelope J. Phillips; Felhaber Larson
Wednesday, August 3, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Update on Minnesota’s New Cannabis Law
On July 1, 2022, a Minnesota law permitting the sale of edibles and beverages containing up to 5 milligrams of hemp-derived THC per serving went into effect. Join Jason Tarasek for a look at the history of hemp legalization on both the federal and state levels, the growth of CBD stores and the explosion of Delta 8 products, and a discussion of Minnesota’s new law.
– Jason Tarasek; Tarasek Law Office
Thursday, August 4, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Cyber Threat Awareness and Creative Strategies for Managing Risk
Ransomware. Spear phishing. The “insider” threat. Organizations and firms face a myriad of cyber threats that come with ample amounts of risk. From reputational damage to financial losses, the possible costs of a cyberattack or data breach can be challenging to quantify – and mitigate. Mark Lanterman, Chief Technology Officer of Computer Forensic Services, will discuss the latest trends in our cyber landscape and provide practical suggestions for improving cybersecurity postures with proactive and reactive strategies.
– Mark Lanterman; Computer Forensic Services
Thursday, August 4, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Post-Trial Motions
At the conclusion of a trial and after the decision has been rendered, it is time to file the post-trial motions. It is vitally important for lawyers to know and understand what post-trial motions are necessary to preserve a claimed error for appeal. Join Jeff Markowitz for an in-depth discussion of the relationship between motions at the trial court level and a subsequent appeal.
– Jeffrey Markowitz; Arthur Chapman
Friday, August 5, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
From Competence to Excellence: The Ethical Imperative for Excellent Client Service
Legal humorist Sean Carter reviews the competence requirement with an eye towards demonstrating that the ethical canon actually requires far more than mere competence on the part of practitioners. In doing so, he will discuss:
– Sean Carter; Humorist at Law
Friday, August 5, 2022
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Don’t Be an Outlaw: The Ethical Imperative to Follow the Law
For an officer of the court and one who has sworn an oath of fidelity to the law, there is very little tolerance for any unlawful behavior, even that which would be considered minor or insignificant to most citizens. In this presentation, humorist Sean Carter will demonstrate how even the smallest legal infractions can carry large ethical sanctions. And he will provide tips to help lawyers from inadvertently crossing the legal trip wires as they pertain to:
– Sean Carter; Humorist at Law
Friday, August 5, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
We’re Attorneys Not Accomplices: How to Avoid Crossing the Line from Counselor to Co-Conspirator
In this surprisingly funny presentation, legal humorist Sean Carter will use real-life disciplinary cases to demonstrate the myriad of ways in which lawyers have gone from counselor to co-conspirator in their efforts to serve the client. And even when lawyers don't run afoul of the criminal law and serve jail time, they are often forced to serve suspensions from the practice of law for ethical lapses involving:
– Sean Carter; Humorist at Law
Friday, August 5, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
I Think, Therefore I Am... Biased: How the Natural Tendency to Form Biases Manifests Itself in the Legal Profession
The human brain is wired to recognize patterns and make generalizations, even those based on faulty or incomplete information. And contrary to popular opinion, lawyers are human as well and therefore, we are just as susceptible to forming biases and acting upon them. And it does not require that we harbor ill will or animus towards other people. In fact, most often, our biases are not even our own, but rather those that have been taught to us. In this eye-opening presentation, the presenter will use videos to show lawyers just how easy it is to form these biases, how they manifest themselves in the way we treat clients, colleagues and opposing parties, and most importantly, how we can reduce the effect of these biases by recognizing and compensating for them.
– Sean Carter; Humorist at Law
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
6 Important Real Estate Topics That You Need to Know
This session will provide an overview of six real estate topics that come up quite often. Topics will include mechanic’s liens, legal descriptions, surveys, boundary issues, easements, and riparian rights.
– Matthew R. Doherty; Brutlag, Trucke & Doherty, P.A.
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Rescheduled for:
Friday, August 19, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
New Antitrust Developments in Healthcare
Antitrust remains at the forefront of potential regulation, government enforcement, and increased litigation risk, impacting many healthcare industry participants, including providers, payers, medical device companies, and pharmaceutical companies. This program will review current antitrust enforcement priorities and other recent antitrust developments in the healthcare space.
– Jaime Stilson; Dorsey & Whitney
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Minnesota Legislative Update 2022
Join attorney and MSBA Lobbyist Bryan Lake, Senator Mark Johnson, and Representative Jamie Becker-Finn as they discuss the highlights from the 2022 Minnesota legislative session. Find out what you need to know about the session and Minnesota’s newly enacted laws as well as the landscape for future legislative action.
– Bryan T. Lake; The Law Office of Bryan Lake PLLC
– Senator Mark Johnson; Minnesota State Senate
– Representative Jamie Becker-Finn; Minnesota House of Representatives
Thursday, August 11, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Perfecting the Appeal or Filing a Writ
The Minnesota appellate court system has precise procedural steps and specific timing rules. Make sure you know these rules and how to locate them so that you are in compliance with each and every appeal you make or respond to.
– Erik F. Hansen; Burns & Hansen, P.A.
– Elizabeth M. Cadem; Burns & Hansen, P.A.
Thursday, August 11, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
2022 Healthcare Litigation Update
This session will discuss current trends in healthcare litigation along with high-impact suits that have been brought over the last year and their practical implications for healthcare attorneys going forward.
– Jacob P. Harris; Fredrikson & Byron, PA
– Paul R. Harris; Renown Health
Thursday, August 11, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Elimination of Bias: Transgender Awareness for Lawyers in Healthcare Settings
There continues to be a need for education and awareness among health lawyers regarding the experiences of transgender patients and insureds in the healthcare system. This session will enhance – and sometimes may challenge – understandings of harm caused to patients based on biased beliefs and stereotypes about gender identity. In so doing, the session will help attendees give the most informed, unbiased counsel to clients who treat and provide health insurance to transgender individuals, or who represent transgender individuals in legal matters related to their healthcare.
– Lawrence P. Schaefer; Schaefer Halleen LLC
– Eva C. Wood; Staff Attorney, Education Minnesota
Friday, August 12, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Writing the Brief
What should be included in an effective appellate brief? Where do you start? How do you know when you are done editing? What are the deadlines and rules of service? These questions and many more will be covered in this practical session.
– Alethea M. Huyser; Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.
– Mahesha P. Subbaraman; Subbaraman PLLC
– Lisa Lodin Peralta; Minnesota Attorney General’s Office
Monday, August 15, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Rescheduled for:
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Jurisdiction, Justiciability, Standard of Review, and Scope of Review
Chris Bowman will explain how you can answer these important foundational questions:
– Christopher W. Bowman; Madigan, Dahl & Harlan, P.A.
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
4 Ways to Transfer Real Estate as Part of an Overall Estate Planning Strategy
Real estate is typically the most valuable asset owned by individuals. Ownership of real estate can take on many forms and conveys specific duties and rights based on that ownership. This session will explore planning strategies for transferring real estate. Topics include:
– Callyn T. Bedker; Bedker Law, PLLC
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
7 Litigated Business Owner Disputes and What the Courts Decided
There are many important business owner dispute cases in Minnesota that involve varied facts, legal issues, and results. In this presentation, Janel and Shannon will address seven cases that highlight some of the key legal issues that can be found in litigating these types of cases.
– Janel M. Dressen; Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen Boylan PA
– Shannon M. Awsumb; Anthony Ostlund Louwagie Dressen Boylan PA
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Appellate Motion Practice
In order to effectively utilize the advantages of motion practice in front of Minnesota’s appellate courts, litigators need to know the dos and don’ts of how to make and oppose motions. Our experienced panel provides a guide to motion practice at the appellate level.
– Chief Judge Susan Segal; Minnesota Court of Appeals
– Judge Jill Halbrooks; Minnesota Court of Appeals
– John M. Baker; Greene Espel PLLP
– Thomas H. Boyd; Winthrop & Weinstine PA
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Effective Communication in Difficult Situations
Effective communication skills are at the heart of a successful career in the legal profession. The quality of your communication shapes the way your clients see you (and your firm) and impacts the results that you are able to achieve for your clients, for better or for worse. Effective communication creates clarity and alignment and minimizes misunderstandings with clients. By the same token, effective communication also ensures successful collaborations within your firm. Of course, effective communication also recognizes the importance of the nonverbal variety, as clients, juries, opposing counsel, and others are always listening, even when you are not speaking.
Join Carolien Moors for this practical and engaging webcast that will provide you with insights and tips on:
– Carolien Moors; HardTalk Biz Coaching
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
How to Create and Perfect Security Interests in Personal Property
Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (Minn. Stat. Chap. 36) provides a set of rules governing consensual liens in personal property. This presentation will focus on the creation and perfection of security interests under Article 9.
– Steven W. Meyer; Fox Rothschild LLP
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
When Bad Forms Happen to Good Lawyers
Forms: love them or hate them, there’s no doubt that forms are an essential practice tool – yet they can be a trap for the unwary. In this presentation you’ll hear from OLPR attorneys Karin Ciano and Caitlin Guilford about mistakes attorneys frequently make in fee agreements and other forms, why those mistakes matter, and how good lawyers develop strategies for getting forms right.
– Karin Ciano; Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility
– Caitlin Guilford; Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility
Thursday, August 18, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Appellate Ethics
An appellate attorney must successfully navigate the appellate rules without neglecting ethical obligations both to the court and to the client. While the same ethical rules apply to lawyers in district court, the issues presented by these rules often have a far different impact in the appellate courts.
– Erica Holzer; Maslon LLP
– Karin Ciano; Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility
– Adam Petras; Hennepin County Attorney’s Office
Thursday, August 18, 2022
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Representing Relatives in Post-Permanency Proceedings
Major changes to Minnesota laws regarding the involvement of relatives/kin in foster care and adoption proceedings were signed in to law on June 2, 2022 and go into effect this year. This course will explain the process, legal standards, and strategies for involving and representing relatives/kin in child welfare proceedings.
– Rhia Bornmann-Spears; Spears Family Law, PLLC
– Thomas B. James; Law Office of Thomas B. James
Thursday, August 18, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Oral Argument
Michael Goodwin discusses the art of oral argument and what you need to know to put your best foot forward when arguing at Minnesota’s appellate courts.
– Michael P. Goodwin; Assistant Attorney General, Office of the Minnesota Attorney General
Friday, August 19, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Top 10 Mistakes that Prevent Conveyancing Documents from Being Recorded
Drafting documents for real property conveyances is a combination of art and science. Our presenters have decades of experience drafting and executing documents, and reviewing documents submitted for recording. Learn the most common errors preventing documents from being recorded, and how to avoid them. This session will also discuss the best source for Minnesota forms; touch on some less common but recurring sources of trouble; and address issues specific to Torrens property.
– Dulcie M. Brand; Anoka County Examiner of Titles
– Michelle Ashe; Sherburne County Recorder & Registrar of Titles
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Judicial Perspectives – Minnesota Court of Appeals
Hear from judges at the Minnesota Court of Appeals on important topics concerning civil appeals – briefs, oral arguments, motions, and more.
– Judge Kevin G. Ross; Minnesota Court of Appeals
– Judge Louise Dovre Bjorkman; Minnesota Court of Appeals
– Judge Diane B. Bratvold; Minnesota Court of Appeals
– Thomas H. Boyd; Winthrop & Weinstine (moderator)
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
12:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Retain Your Clients – A Roadmap to Effective, Ethical Client Service
Many lawyers forget that law is a service profession. Studies show that the most frequent reason for losing clients is poor service. And retaining clients in a volatile economy is crucial to your practice. So how do you make sure you’re providing the best service? This seminar will provide you with the tools you’ll need to consistently deliver exceptional service, retain and develop more business from current clients, and increase referrals. You’ll also earn ethics credit while you learn to:
Classic movie scenes illustrate and underscore the program’s principles to help you gain a competitive edge through excellent service. Satisfy your clients and your ethics requirement. The course will cover:
– Roy S. Ginsburg; Attorney and Coach/Consultant
Friday, August 26, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Buy-Sell Agreements and Business Succession Planning
Join two valuation professionals for this webcast presentation that will help you to:
– Richard C. Berning; ValuationUSA
– John H. Heidebrecht; ValuationUSA
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Civil Appeals A to Z: Judicial Perspectives – Minnesota Supreme Court
Justice Anderson, Justice Chutich, and Justice Moore join moderator Jon Schmidt for a valuable discussion of essential appellate topics – how to get a petition granted, effective briefing, oral argument, and more.
– Justice G. Barry Anderson; Minnesota Supreme Court
– Justice Margaret Chutich; Minnesota Supreme Court
– Justice Gordon Moore; Minnesota Supreme Court
– Jon Schmidt; Hennepin County Attorney’s Office (moderator)
Tuesday, August 30, 2022
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Making Sense of the Federal Gift Tax
Knowledge of the federal gift tax is essential for attorneys who assist clients with their estate plans, and yet it is often misunderstood and comes as a surprise to clients who want to transfer wealth to family members. This presentation will explain what the federal gift tax is and how it works, and will:
– James T. McNary; McNary Law Office, P.A.
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Important Changes to Child Support Guidelines in Minnesota
In 2021, the Minnesota legislature modified the child support guidelines and removed interest charging requirements for child support judgments. This session will provide highlights of the changes that will occur in child support calculations beginning in January 2023, break down the child support guideline table updates, and explain the changes that stop the accrual of interest on child support arrears effective August 2022.
– Melissa A. Rossow; State Court Administrator’s Office
– Amy A. Anderson; Ramsey County Attorney’s Office
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Elimination of Bias: Help for Colleagues in Crisis – Recognizing and Responding to Impairment and other Challenges in the Legal Profession
This program is designed for colleagues and managers who may observe changes in behavior that give rise to concerns. It discusses how to recognize and obtain help when you, a work colleague, or another professional colleague may have substance use, mental health, or other issues that affect behavior, conduct, and performance. Topics include understanding the issues, special considerations for remote work, approaching the lawyer (including interventions), arranging assistance such as treatment, and practice management issues during and following a reduced work schedule or leave of absence. Colleagues can save careers, families, and lives by taking action.
– Joan Bibelhausen; Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers
$495
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This package provides 37.5 total CLE credits. Credits should be reported individually for each webcast attended, not the package as a whole.
Minnesota CLE has applied to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for the standard, ethics, and elimination of bias CLE credits as listed below. Application has been made to the Minnesota State Bar Association for any "specialist" credits and to the Supreme Court ADR Program for any continuing education in ADR credits.
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10 Facts You Should Know About the Minnesota and Federal Estate Tax
1.0 standard CLE credit
The Religious-Objection Protection for Healthcare Workers
1.0 standard CLE credit
Update on Minnesota’s New Cannabis Law
1.0 standard CLE credit
Commercial Contract Review – Practical Guidance for Reviewing and Advising Clients on Commercial Agreements
1.0 standard CLE credit
Cyber Threat Awareness and Creative Strategies for Managing Risk
1.0 standard CLE credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Post-Trial Motions
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
From Competence to Excellence: The Ethical Imperative for Excellent Client Service
1.0 ethics credit
Don’t Be an Outlaw: The Ethical Imperative to Follow the Law
1.0 ethics credit
We’re Attorneys Not Accomplices: How to Avoid Crossing the Line from Counselor to Co-Conspirator
1.0 ethics credit
I Think, Therefore I Am... Biased: How the Natural Tendency to Form Biases Manifests Itself in the Legal Profession
1.0 elimination of bias credit
6 Important Real Estate Topics That You Need to Know
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property law specialist credit
New Antitrust Developments in Healthcare
1.0 standard CLE credit
Minnesota Legislative Update 2022
1.0 standard CLE credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Perfecting the Appeal or Filing a Writ
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
2022 Healthcare Litigation Update
1.0 standard CLE credit
Elimination of Bias: Transgender Awareness for Lawyers in Healthcare Settings
1.0 elimination of bias credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Writing the Brief
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Jurisdiction, Justiciability, Standard of Review, and Scope of Review
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
4 Ways to Transfer Real Estate as Part of an Overall Estate Planning Strategy
1.0 standard CLE credit
7 Litigated Business Owner Disputes and What the Courts Decided
1.0 standard CLE credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Appellate Motion Practice
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Effective Communication in Difficult Situations
1.0 standard CLE credit
How to Create and Perfect Security Interests in Personal Property
1.0 standard CLE credit
When Bad Forms Happen to Good Lawyers
1.0 ethics credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Appellate Ethics
1.0 ethics credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Representing Relatives in Post-Permanency Proceedings
1.5 standard CLE credits
Civil Appeals A to Z: Oral Argument
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Top 10 Mistakes that Prevent Conveyancing Documents from Being Recorded
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 basic real property law specialist credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Judicial Perspectives – Minnesota Court of Appeals
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Retain Your Clients – A Roadmap to Effective, Ethical Client Service
3.0 ethics credits
Buy-Sell Agreements and Business Succession Planning
1.0 standard CLE credit
Civil Appeals A to Z: Judicial Perspectives – Minnesota Supreme Court
1.0 standard CLE credit
1.0 civil trial specialist credit
Making Sense of the Federal Gift Tax
1.0 standard CLE credit
Important Changes to Child Support Guidelines in Minnesota
1.0 standard CLE credit
Elimination of Bias: Help for Colleagues in Crisis – Recognizing and Responding to Impairment and other Challenges in the Legal Profession
1.0 elimination of bias credit
