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Tuesday, June 30, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:10 PM
Harmony in Justice: Using Classic R&B to Address Bias and Diversity in the Legal Profession
Discover how the powerful messages from Motown’s music can help lawyers confront implicit and explicit bias and disparities within the legal profession. “Harmony in Justice” ties iconic R&B songs to the essential principles of equity and inclusion. This program encourages self-reflection and practical strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion, challenging both individual and institutional biases. We’ll explore how these songs’ themes of empowerment, justice, and social change parallel the work needed to achieve true equity in the legal profession.
What the Space Race Teaches About Diversity and Inclusion in the Law
NASA’s race to the moon succeeded because brilliant minds were finally welcomed into the room. Professional legal educator, Stuart Teicher, examines how the space program’s evolution from segregation to integration—including the experiences depicted in Hidden Figures—demonstrates that fostering genuine belonging strengthens teams and outcomes. The program explores how building authentic professional relationships across differences improves client service, enhances decision-making, and creates more effective legal organizations. When law firms embrace inclusion the way NASA eventually did, everyone reaches higher.
Special Guest Speaker
Stuart I. Teicher, Esq.
Stuart I. Teicher, Esq. is a professional legal educator who focuses on legal ethics and writing instruction. A practicing lawyer for over 30 years, Stuart’s career is now dedicated to helping fellow lawyers survive the practice of law and thrive in the profession. His highly informative seminars are delivered in a uniquely entertaining manner, earning him the nickname “the CLE Performer.”
Reviews of Stuart Teicher’s Past Minnesota CLE Presentations
He is very engaging, knowledgeable, and provides an excellent program.
I really like his style of presenting. I found myself laughing a few times – which I did not think would happen in an ethics CLE.
Nice energy for these topics, best ethics and mental health presentations I have seen.
Stuart is very entertaining and is able to hold your attention while delivering important content.
12:30 – 1:00 p.m.
CHECK-IN
1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Harmony in Justice: Using Classic R&B to Address Bias and Diversity in the Legal Profession
Discover how the powerful messages from Motown’s music can help lawyers confront implicit and explicit bias and disparities within the legal profession. “Harmony in Justice” ties iconic R&B songs to the essential principles of equity and inclusion. This program encourages self-reflection and practical strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion, challenging both individual and institutional biases. We’ll explore how these songs’ themes of empowerment, justice, and social change parallel the work needed to achieve true equity in the legal profession.
2:00 – 2:10 p.m.
BREAK
2:10 – 3:10 p.m.
What the Space Race Teaches About Diversity and Inclusion in the Law
NASA’s race to the moon succeeded because brilliant minds were finally welcomed into the room. Professional legal educator, Stuart Teicher, examines how the space program’s evolution from segregation to integration—including the experiences depicted in Hidden Figures—demonstrates that fostering genuine belonging strengthens teams and outcomes. The program explores how building authentic professional relationships across differences improves client service, enhances decision-making, and creates more effective legal organizations. When law firms embrace inclusion the way NASA eventually did, everyone reaches higher.
– Stuart I. Teicher, Esq.
LIVE IN-PERSON
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAYS
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$115 MSBA members / $115 paralegals / $135 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 2.0 elimination of bias credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 2.0 credits.
