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Join our upcoming webinar to discover effective communication strategies that will empower you in your legal career. Whether you’re working with your attorney, dealing with opposing counsel, or navigating tough conversations with clients, you’ll learn essential techniques to speak confidently and assertively.

Key takeaways include:

• Effective communication strategies for working with your attorney
• Working through adversity with opposing counsel and their paralegal
• Navigating difficult conversations with clients, attorneys, and team members
• Techniques for calming your nerves
• Stepping into the spotlight – speaking on webinars or at live seminar events
• Written communication techniques – getting your point across
• Speaking up in meetings – 5 amazing tips that will WORK
• Finding your voice, learn how confidently weigh in while leaving room for listening and learning

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In this engaging webinar, we delve into the evolving landscape of AI ethics within the legal profession. Explore the latest American Bar Association (ABA) rules and proposed AI ethics guidelines emerging across the nation. Gain insights into real-world cases where ethical lapses involving AI technology impacted legal outcomes, highlighting crucial lessons for legal professionals. Join us to understand how to ethically integrate AI while avoiding pitfalls, ensuring compliance, and upholding the integrity of the profession.

• Learn the Advantages and Disadvantages of using “AI” in your law firm. 
• What the cases have been impacted by not using “AI” properly and what are the penalties?
• How are the courts handling these issues?
• What laws are the State Legislatures enacting to control misuse of “AI”
• What safety measures can you provide to prevent misuse in your law firm’s future us of “A.I”?

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If you’re involved in NEC cases, this one-hour session is an absolute must-attend! We’ll dive deep into the critical aspects of filing in the MDL, covering essential strategies for service of process, discovery procedures, and the effective use of subpoenas to gather vital evidence.

This session will also provide a comprehensive review of the relevant Case Management Orders that are shaping the litigation landscape, ensuring that you’re up to date on procedural requirements and expectations.

To top it off, we’ll give you an overview of the last three trials, offering key takeaways and insights into the outcomes, and how those developments could impact the direction of current and future cases.

Whether you’re a seasoned litigator or new to the NEC MDL, this session will give you the practical knowledge and updates you need to navigate the litigation efficiently and effectively. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve—attend and ensure you’re fully informed on the most current developments!

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Join us for an empowering webinar featuring Bettina Altizer, Esq., Altizer Law, where we will explore practical strategies to help paralegals manage stress and thrive in demanding work environments. This session will provide insights into understanding your body’s stress responses, building self-awareness, and prioritizing self-care.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understand Your Physiological Process: Learn to recognize your fight-or-flight response and identify stress signals, empowering you to restore a state of calm.
2. Build Self-Awareness: Discover personal triggers and techniques to reach and maintain a calm mindset.
3. Experience Calmness: Practice a physiologically based technique to achieve and sustain a calm state.
4. Support Your Self-Care: Establish routines and self-care practices that promote long-term emotional well-being.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain tools that will help you stay centered and resilient in the face of daily pressures.

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In this webinar we will discuss the process of identifying and evaluating prospective pharmaceutical mass tort cases, often referred to as “scientific vetting”. We will explore fundamental elements of the vetting process and important considerations including:

• Data sources
• Types of evidence
• Warnings, notice and liability
• Marketing categories
• Patient exposure
• Defendant solvency
• Regulatory action
• Case law

Paralegals who assist with vetting cases and clients CANNOT miss this webinar! Know what to ask potential clients and what information your attorney must know!

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In this webinar, we will discuss prioritizing self-care in order to show up as the best version of yourself in the workplace. Oftentimes, we experience extreme burnout and fatigue due to our workaholic nature of our profession. The legal field provides endless opportunities to develop and gain experience, which is the political way of saying “the work never ends.” Please join our panel, as we discuss ways to fill your own cup from all different perspectives before pouring into others.

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• Obtaining third-party discovery in an MDL setting
• How to review subpoena productions and understand whether the information produced supports your client’s case
• Identifying potential red flags found in third-party discovery and understanding next steps 
• How responses from third-parties can further support your client’s claim
• Helpful insights taken from the third-party subpoena process in the Paraquat litigation

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Protect yourself and your clients! Join us for an insightful webinar designed to equip legal professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to conduct trauma-informed client intake. You don’t want to miss this one!

• What is trauma?
• How can I set boundaries to protect myself and the clients?
• What are some tried and true techniques that I can utilize in both my professional and personal life to help me communicate with trauma victims?

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2000 new chemicals are introduced into commerce each year, and 700 chemicals are added to the Toxic Substances Control Act inventory each year. PFAS, Camp Lejeune chemicals, AFFF, and Paraquat are just a few examples of what can happen when people are exposed to chemicals and the resulting injuries that can occur.

A basic understanding of exposure routes, mechanisms of toxicity, the injuries that can occur, and the science required to prove it can help you vet cases more effectively and focus research efforts which increases your value to your attorney and your firm.

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Join us for an eye-opening webinar where we delve into the intricate world of ethics for paralegals. In today’s digital age, the lines between personal and professional conduct blur, presenting unprecedented challenges for legal professionals.

Are you inadvertently putting your clients at risk by sharing photos and videos, even if they’re publicly available? Discover the hidden dangers of social media oversharing and learn best practices for safeguarding your clients’ interests.

Have you ever wondered how your online interactions could impact your case? We’ll explore the perilous territory of being too friendly with plaintiffs and the potential consequences for your professional reputation and the outcome of your cases.

Furthermore, we’ll dissect the perils of public disparagement of defendants. In the age of instant communication, one ill-advised comment could jeopardize your credibility and client’s case.

Led by seasoned legal professionals, Attorney Virginia Buchanan and Paralegal and Certified Legal Investigator Carol Moore, this webinar promises invaluable insights, practical tips, and real-world case studies to help you navigate ethical complexities with confidence and integrity.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and protect both your clients and your professional reputation. Register now to secure your spot!