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1.0 Hour/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Attorney Dwazendra Smith, was originally prepared for by the Louisiana State Bar Association and was presented during a CLE hosted by the Lafayette Bar Association� … READ MORE

1.0 Hour/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Attorney Dwazendra Smith, was originally prepared for by the Louisiana State Bar Association and was presented during a CLE hosted by the Lafayette Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Section. In this presentation, Dwazendra will define and understand opportunities and barriers, discuss one pervasive barrier to equality (implicit bias), recognize and name some behaviors that may suggest bias or differential treatment, and identify some techniques that may help develop and improve mindfulness and reduce bias to improve interactions.
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1 Hour
This course, presented by Cary Bryson was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will touch on COVID-19 Tax Relief offered in 20 … READ MORE

1 Hour
This course, presented by Cary Bryson was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will touch on COVID-19 Tax Relief offered in 2020, particularly focusing on the CARES Act Provisions, Hurricane Tax Relief in the form of extensions and casualty losses, relevant to so many Louisiana Taxpayers who were affected by this year’s storms, and a discussion on the Tax Implications of a Work-From-Home model.
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1.0 Hours/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Sy Savoy, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. Sy has gathered a panel of law clerks to discuss how each Judg … READ MORE

1.0 Hours/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Sy Savoy, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. Sy has gathered a panel of law clerks to discuss how each Judge handles their case load and day-to-day operations. The three law clerks will cover Family, Criminal, Civil, and Juvenile Law. The first part of the presentation will focus on getting to know the Judge and their staff that you are practicing in front of. How judges prefer handling cases and the day-to-day operations. The second part will focus on the duties and responsibilities of the Law Clerk/Staff attorney. It will also focus on what are appropriate discussions to have with law clerks and what is and is not Ex Parte. They will give preferences of each judge and what they expect of their law clerk while giving examples of each and how they differ. Sy will discuss a short section on secretarial responsibilities vs. the responsibilities of law clerks and how it differs between judges. The final section will be on Professional in the Courtroom. How an attorney should conduct themselves in the presence of the Judge and with the law clerks.
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1.0 Hour/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Roya Boustany, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will help attorneys understand the differenc … READ MORE

1.0 Hour/ Professionalism
This course, presented by Roya Boustany, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will help attorneys understand the differences in styles of learning, working, communicating, etc. among different generations in order to help to create better work environments.
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1 Hour
This course, presented by Donald Knecht, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will define Trademark Law for non-trademark … READ MORE

1 Hour
This course, presented by Donald Knecht, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will define Trademark Law for non-trademark law attorneys and how you can add this area to your suite of business law services.
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1.0 Hours Professionalism
This course, presented by Karen King, Attorney at Law, was originally prepared for the LBA’s 2020 Bench Bar Conference in New Orleans and then updated for the LBA’s 2020 CLE by the Hour … READ MORE

1.0 Hours Professionalism
This course, presented by Karen King, Attorney at Law, was originally prepared for the LBA’s 2020 Bench Bar Conference in New Orleans and then updated for the LBA’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This presentation is considered to be a professionalism credit. This CLE is designed to provide awareness of unconscious bias and its impact on society and the workplace. Attendees will also be provided with information on potential triggers and strategies on how to recognize and overcome unconscious bias, while leading in a diverse workplace.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Kyle Saltzman (Darnall, Sikes & Frederick), was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour program. In this session, Mr. Sal … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Kyle Saltzman (Darnall, Sikes & Frederick), was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour program. In this session, Mr. Saltzman discusses the primary types of fraud (Internal vs External) and the various aspects of the “Fraud Triangle.” Mr. Saltzman will also provide real world examples and tools to better equip businesses and firms to prevent fraud in their personal and professional lives.
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1.0 Hours Ethics
This course, presented by Melissa Theriot of the United States Attorney’s Office, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session w … READ MORE

1.0 Hours Ethics
This course, presented by Melissa Theriot of the United States Attorney’s Office, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will discuss the overview of the disciplinary system, the discipline process, and Louisiana Rules of Evidence & Procedure. Melissa will also further discuss other proceedings under Rule XIX, last year’s numbers, volunteering as a HC member, and a practice guide.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Taylor Fontenot, Southern Oaks Law Firm, was originally prepared for the LBA’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will discuss the difference between Divo … READ MORE

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This course, presented by Taylor Fontenot, Southern Oaks Law Firm, was originally prepared for the LBA’s 2020 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will discuss the difference between Divorce and Incidental Matters and other Family Law practice, a detailed explanation of the type of divorces allowed in Louisiana, factors to consider for your client, as well as a detailed summary of the types of custody that may be granted.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Justice James T. Genovese of the Louisiana Supreme Court, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour program. This session w … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Justice James T. Genovese of the Louisiana Supreme Court, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2020 CLE by the Hour program. This session will define The Burden of Proof and include the common burdens of proof. This CLE will discuss the fact finders conclusions regarding whether the applicable burden of proof has been met will be reviewed using the applicable standard of review and peremptory exceptions. Justice Genovese will also discuss manifest errors, abuse of discretion, tricky areas, and the basic standards of review in criminal cases.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Geralyn Siefker, is a 101 on representing a domestic violence survivor during a protective order case. After explaining the differences in domestic violence situati … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Geralyn Siefker, is a 101 on representing a domestic violence survivor during a protective order case. After explaining the differences in domestic violence situations and cases, Siefker explains why attorneys should take domestic violence/protective order cases. She also gives an overview on domestic violence law, meeting with survivors of domestic violence, how to prepare for your case, and what you can expect during the case as well as after the case is tried.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Judge Phyllis Keaty of the Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeals, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s Family Law Section August 2020 me … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Judge Phyllis Keaty of the Louisiana Third Circuit Court of Appeals, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s Family Law Section August 2020 meeting and CLE. This session will cover tips from the bench on appellate brief writing, preparing for the appeal process, and oral arguments.
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1.0 Family On-Demand Credit
This course, presented by Steve Bucher, will discuss present IT risks, legal & ethical obligations to uphold, and best practices for your company’s cyber security. These topics can hel … READ MORE

1.0 Family On-Demand Credit
This course, presented by Steve Bucher, will discuss present IT risks, legal & ethical obligations to uphold, and best practices for your company’s cyber security. These topics can help make your office safer and more efficient, especially during the transition from office to home and back to office during the pandemic.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Donnie O’Pry and Jonathan Woods, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This course gives an update on Worker … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Donnie O’Pry and Jonathan Woods, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This course gives an update on Workers’ Compensation Jurisprudence, including Medical Treatment Schedule/Constitutionality, Medical Treatment Guidelines, Child Labor/Illegality/Exclusive Remedy, Independent Contractor/Manual Labor Exception, Course & Scope, Prematurity/Indemnity Benefits, Failure to File Pre-Trial Statement, Causation, Interruption of Prescription, Unwitnessed Accident, Burden of Proof, Double Recovery, Subsequent Injury, Intoxication, Res Judicata, Mental Injury, Vocational Rehabilitation, Retirement, Fraud, and Choice of Pharmacy. Speakers will provide examples for each topic as they are discussed.
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1.0 Hours Professionalism
This course, presented by Buddy Stockwell (JLAP) and Dona Renegar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This course is divided into thr … READ MORE

1.0 Hours Professionalism
This course, presented by Buddy Stockwell (JLAP) and Dona Renegar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This course is divided into three parts. This session will cover: Facts About Suicide, Escaping the Cup, Suicide Factors, Types of Change, Relief and Terror, Warning Signs, Depression & Alcohol, Suicide Prevention Training, the QPR Method, Myths and Facts about Suicide, and what you may be feeling after a suicide.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Holly Lamarche, Johannah Haijakbarifini, and LaToya Virdue, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session … READ MORE

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This course, presented by Holly Lamarche, Johannah Haijakbarifini, and LaToya Virdue, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session will cover U.S. citizenship, Immigrants vs. Nonimmigrants, Process of Naturalization, Deportation, Asylum/Refugees, and DACA.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Shannon Dartez and Dona Renegar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will cover Case Assessment … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Shannon Dartez and Dona Renegar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour Program. This session will cover Case Assessment, Representation, Filing a Suit, Responding to a Suit, Discovery, Depositions, Motions for Summary Judgment, and Trial Preparation as it pertains to a workers’ compensation case. Speakers will provide examples for each topic as they are discussed.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Maggie T. Simar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session will cover Enforcement of Support under th … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Maggie T. Simar, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session will cover Enforcement of Support under the Service Member Civil Relief Act, Application, Start & Termination of Protection, Administrative Proceedings, Waivers, Protection Prior to Default Judgment, 50 USC Section 582 (2003), Appointed Counsel, DoD Directive 1327.06 (Sept. 30, 2011), and Protections.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Pat Magee, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session will cover Miranda v. Arizona 384 U.S. 436, Rule … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Pat Magee, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. This session will cover Miranda v. Arizona 384 U.S. 436, Rules of Court, Allotment of Cases, Appeals, Assignment of Cases & Preliminary Motions, Fixing & Trial of Criminal Cases, Discovery, Rejection of Plea Bargain, Use of Audio/Visual Electronic Equipment, and Appointment of Counsel.
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1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Jamilla Bynog, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. The objectives of this session are to identify targets re … READ MORE

1.0 Hours
This course, presented by Jamilla Bynog, was originally prepared for the Lafayette Bar Association’s 2019 CLE by the Hour program. The objectives of this session are to identify targets responsible for significant violent crime, coordinate with state and local partners to identify a venue that best ensures an immediate penalty for these violet offenders, and identify other long-term investigations. This session will also cover Federal Firearms Offenses, Use of Firearms with Crime of Violence or Drug Trafficking Crime, First Step Act Changes, Possession with Intent to Distribute, Federal Drug Penalties for PWID or Drug Conspiracy, Prohibited Persons, and the Rehaif Decision.
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