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Overview of Child Custody

Presented by Taylor Fontenot

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This CLE is presented by Taylor Fontenot during CLE by the Hour 2023. … READ MORE

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This CLE is presented by Taylor Fontenot during CLE by the Hour 2023.
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Mediation: Practical Tips from a Mediator

Presented by Tommy Juneau

1 Hour
This CLE will give an overview of mediations, tips for a successful mediation, and a Q&A session. … READ MORE

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This CLE will give an overview of mediations, tips for a successful mediation, and a Q&A session.
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Hey, This is MY Calendar, Not Yours!

Presented by Dwazendra J. Smith

1 Hour
This CLE and its materials will focus on 10.1 discovery disputes. In particular, emphasis will be placed on the Uniform Rules of District Court, Rule 10.1, jurisprudence and case studies. Th … READ MORE

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This CLE and its materials will focus on 10.1 discovery disputes. In particular, emphasis will be placed on the Uniform Rules of District Court, Rule 10.1, jurisprudence and case studies. This interactive CLE will include audience engagement regarding good and bad real-life stories regarding the setting of and handling of 10.1 conferences.

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Going Solo: Ethical and Practical Considerations for Opening and Running a Solo or Small Firm

Presented by Clare Roubion

1 Hour
Solo and Small Firm Management: Ethical, Professional and Practical Considerations for Lea … READ MORE

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Solo and Small Firm Management: Ethical, Professional and Practical Considerations for Leaving a Firm and Opening a Solo or Joining a Small Firm

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Expropriations: “They Can Do What?”

Presented by Gary McGoffin

1 Hour
The presentation will open with a brief overview/history of eminent domain cases in the United States and the bedrock Fifth Amendment right of no taking without just compensation. We’ll th … READ MORE

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The presentation will open with a brief overview/history of eminent domain cases in the United States and the bedrock Fifth Amendment right of no taking without just compensation. We’ll then turn to expropriation in Louisiana: under what circumstances can the government take private property and what is the procedure? Then, what can a landowner do to contest such a taking. Finally, we’ll look at some notable local cases involving LCG’s use of the unique “Lafayette Quick Take Statute” and discuss our experience handling such cases.
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Ethical Do’s and Don’ts for Lawyer Marketing and Advertising

Presented by Clare Roubion

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A Survey of Lawyer Advertising Rules and Online Marketing Practices That All Lawyers Should Know … READ MORE

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A Survey of Lawyer Advertising Rules and Online Marketing Practices That All Lawyers Should Know
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Seaman Status after Sanchez and Other Recent Developments in Maritime Personal Injury Caselaw

Presented by Judge Robert Summerhays

1 Hour
This CLE is presented by Judge Robert Summerhays during CLE by the Hour 2023. … READ MORE

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This CLE is presented by Judge Robert Summerhays during CLE by the Hour 2023.
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Recent Developments in Professional Ethics

Presented by PAUL J. HEBERT

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RECENT CHANGES IN RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT RECENT USE OF INACTIVE DISABILITY STATUS & SALE OF A PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT OF LSBA COMMITTEES TO ASSIST LAWYERS IN PRACTICE RECENT CASE LAW. … READ MORE

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RECENT CHANGES IN RULES OF PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT RECENT USE OF INACTIVE DISABILITY STATUS & SALE OF A PRACTICE DEVELOPMENT OF LSBA COMMITTEES TO ASSIST LAWYERS IN PRACTICE RECENT CASE LAW.
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Don’t Bury Your Head in the Sand! Know and Avoid Lapses of Professionalism

Presented by Chief Judge John Michael Guidry

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This CLE is presented by Chief Judge John Michael Guidry during CLE by the Hour 2023. … READ MORE

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This CLE is presented by Chief Judge John Michael Guidry during CLE by the Hour 2023.
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OWI, Screen, Assess and Refer to Treatment

Presented by Judge Jules D. Edwards, III

1 Hour
Operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol or other impairing substances remains a significant cause of vehicle crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities in Louisiana. In 2021, more t … READ MORE

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Operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol or other impairing substances remains a significant cause of vehicle crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities in Louisiana. In 2021, more than 40% of the motor vehicle crashes in Louisiana were alcohol-related. The number of alcohol-impaired driving fatalities was 299. The good news is that only about 1/3 of those convicted of Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated become repeat offenders. How do we identify who is most likely to be in the two-thirds of first offenders who present the most significant risk of committing a subsequent offense? What can we do to reduce that risk? Come to this session to learn how to answer those questions.

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Balancing Justice: Navigating the Path to Mental Wellness in the Legal Profession

Presented by Tamiko Chatman

1 Hour
The presentation will explore prevalent mental health challenges within the legal field and address the pervasive stigma that surrounds mental health, with a strong emphasis on the necessity … READ MORE

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The presentation will explore prevalent mental health challenges within the legal field and address the pervasive stigma that surrounds mental health, with a strong emphasis on the necessity of fostering cultural change. The presentation will delve into a range of strategies designed to promote mental wellness among legal professionals. These strategies will encompass cultivating self-awareness, achieving a harmonious work-life balance, and fostering a supportive legal community through both peer support and organizational initiatives. The presentation will also emphasize the availability of valuable resources, share inspirational real-life success stories, and underscore the ethical obligations that attorneys bear in the realm of mental health. Participants will be encouraged to actively participate in an open discussion emphasizing the imperative need to take proactive steps to enhance one’s mental well-being. Attendees will depart equipped with a plethora of resources for further exploration to make meaningful strides toward better mental health and well-being as legal professionals.

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Legislative Update

Presented by Representative Kyle Green

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference
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Lawyers Gone Wild – Civility in Our Court System

Presented by Hon. Scott Privat

1 Hour
This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference
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Pretrial Procedure and Pitfalls

Presented by Richie Haik and Andrew Quackenbos

1 Hour
This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference
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Hot Topics in Legal Ethics

Presented by Clare Roubion

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2023 during the Bench Bar Conference
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A Deep Dive into the Louisiana Code of Evidence

Presented by Judge Charles Fitzgerald

1 Hour
This course was presented in 2022 during the Bench Bar Conference held at The Windsor Court. Judge Fitzgerald will discuss the general provisions which will include the purpose and construct … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2022 during the Bench Bar Conference held at The Windsor Court. Judge Fitzgerald will discuss the general provisions which will include the purpose and construction, rulings on evidence, preliminary questions, and limited admissibility.
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Avoiding Judicial Pet Peeves

Presented by Judge Scott Privat

1 Hour
This course was presented in 2022 during the Bench Bar Conference held at The Windsor Court. Judge Privat will discuss common judicial pet peeves, attorney mistakes, and solutions to these i … READ MORE

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This course was presented in 2022 during the Bench Bar Conference held at The Windsor Court. Judge Privat will discuss common judicial pet peeves, attorney mistakes, and solutions to these issues.
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