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ABA Recession Recovery Teleconference SeriesHow’s the recession affecting you? Need some insight on navigating these troubled economic times? Listen in to the ABA Recession Recovery Teleconference Series, free for ABA members. |
Tuesday, May 19, 2009—1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern
How to Sell Yourself: Developing the Perfect Pitch
Tuesday, June 2, 2009—1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern
Solotions: Overcoming the Obstacles of Going and Being Solo in a Down Economy
CLE credit requested!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009—1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Eastern
Recession-Proof Yourself: Take Control in a Down Economy
Tuesday, June 30, 2009—1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Eastern
Staying Positive in a Down Economy: Beyond the "Group Hug"
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Current Issues in Public Contract Law
Passage of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009 brings a renewed focus on infrastructure investment, energy, housing and scientific research initiatives. As a result, government contracts are at the forefront of the economic stimulus plan. Hear the latest developments and insights about public contract law including ethics, government contracts, claims, environmental issues, etc. Whether you are at home, in the office or on-the-go, you can enjoy high-quality CLE wherever you are with CDs, MP3 downloads, online courses and more! Begin your journey with ABA-CLE, your premier resource for continuing legal education. |
- Government Contract Claims: The Expanding Litigation Battlefield
- How to Defend Patent Rights When Uncle Sam is Your Partner
- The Most Important Government Contracts Related Decisions of 2008
- Negotiating the Serviceable Subcontract
- New and Proposed Ethics and Compliance Rules for Government Contractors
- Practical Tips for Preparing and Pursuing Government Contract Claims
- U.S. - Iraq SOFA: Uncomfortable for U.S. Contractors
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MCLE News
Nebraska Becomes MCLE State
Nebraska has instituted mandatory continuing legal education beginning in January 2010. The Supreme Court Commission on MCLE will be the accrediting body for approved CLE in Nebraska. Nebraska attorneys will be required to take a minimum of 10 hours of accredited CLE each year, with at least 2 of those hours being in the area of professional responsibility. The annual reporting date will be December 31. Nebraska's MCLE rules can be found on the Nebraska Supreme Court Web site.
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What Lawyers Need to Know About Suicide During a Recession: Prevention, Identity and Law Firm Responsibility (Free MP3 Audio Download) |
Complimentary Audio Download
Attorneys also have the highest rates of depression and suicide of any profession. Statistics suggest that the rate of suicide attempts among attorneys and their clients is increasing as the effects of the recession widen. This program addresses the ethical responsibility employers have to assist attorneys in their employ that may be suicidal. CLE Credit is not available for this download.
Hot Topics in Taxation
Hear the latest developments and insights about the various aspects of taxation including ethics, tax preparation, business taxes, real estate/property taxes and more.
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