12/16/2025 - True Lawyer Crime and True Lawyer Slime
In this riveting program, Stuart Teicher (the CLE Performer), tells the true story of lawyers who broke the law and the ethics rules they broke (or could have broken). And this particular episode is a two-for! One true lawyer crime story, and one less-than-criminal but-very-disgusting lawyer bad behavior story!
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01/28/26 - Answering Your Questions About New Rule 8.3 “Reporting Professional Misconduct”
Guidance on the Rule of Professional Conduct 8.3 jumps off the page! Join panelists from the State Bar of California and other professionals as they answer your questions, as submitted via survey, on real world “Reporting Professional Misconduct” issues?.
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05/20/2026 - Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Housing 101
Learn the basics of complying with California’s dynamic housing laws. What types of housing are by right? When does California’s Environmental Quality Act apply? Learn about remedies when a city or county does not follow applicable laws?.
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01/13/2026 - Legal Aspects of Purchasing Property in Spain
· Overview of property law framework and key terminology
· Purchase/sale process, due diligence, and common pitfalls for U.S. clients
· Residency, taxation, and inheritance considerations affecting real property
· Recent developments and practical tips for cross-border matters
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01/15/2026 - How to Maximize Settlements in Mediation: Mistakes to Avoid and Strategies That Work
Sharpen your mediation skills with practical, real-world strategies designed to help you reach resolution more efficiently and effectively.
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01/27/2026 - Avoiding Landmines in International Arbitration Clauses: Intermediate/Advanced Class
This is the first in a ten-part series on intermediate and advanced drafting of contract provisions. What risks arise from “standard” arbitration clauses in international commercial agreements and how can the provisions be improved? The panel will critique these provisions and explain their consequences and then discuss various versions for best practices.
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01/06/2026 - Electronic Evidence: Forensics Seminar
The webinar serves to provide a comprehensive overview of the types of evidence that can be found and considered in a criminal or civil case. Everything from phones, tablets, vehicles to traditional computers.
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02/04/2026 - ADR Legislative and Case-Law Update
The speakers will provide synopses of significant ADR cases decided and legislation introduced during 2025.
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02/18/2026 - CEQA 101 for the Solo and Small Firm Lawyer
Learn the basics of complying with California’s Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): When does CEQA apply? What does CEQA require? What levels of study are available to comply with CEQA? The importance of the administrative record? An introduction to CEQA litigation. This is an introductory course.
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01/20/2026 - Best Practices for Preserving Privilege in Internal Investigations
Join us for a focused webinar designed to equip in-house legal teams with essential knowledge and practical tools for safeguarding privilege during internal investigations.
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01/09/2026 - Move for Mastery: The Science of Exercise for Sharper Thinking and Better Lawyering
The session highlights how exercise reduces stress, sharpens cognition, boosts decision-making, and supports emotional resilience—key components of competent legal practice.
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01/21/2026 - Land Use 101 for the Solo and Small Firm Lawyer (Planning and Zoning Law)
Learn the basics of complying with California’s Planning and Zoning law, including General Plans, different forms of zoning ordinances, conditional use permits and their conditions of approval, and vested rights. This is an introductory seminar aimed at lawyers who are new to or want an introduction to this practice area.
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01/13/2026 - Going Beyond Fear – Strategies to Overcome Mental Blocks and Performance Setbacks
In this presentation, we focus on addressing workplace fears to help participants overcome mental blocks and reach their highest potential. The goal of this program is to assist participants in achieving their goals of enhancing self-confidence and, in turn, capabilities.
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01/15/2026 - What Modern Art Teaches About Attorney Ethics
By analyzing how creative intention, process, and public perception intersect with legal behavior, you’ll gain unexpected insights into what it means to practice law ethically.
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01/29/2026 - Bringing California's Financial Code into the 21st Century
WHO should attend: All lawyers with an interest in shaping California’s laws
WHY should you attend: You won’t get these insights anywhere else
WHAT will you learn: Law, policy, technology, and politic
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01/08/2026 - 2026 Criminal Law New Laws Webinar
This popular annual webinar, led by Los Angeles County Deputy Public Defender Albert Camacho and Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Alan Yochelson, will walk you through all the criminal law changes taking effect January 1, 2026, and explain how they will impact both the prosecution and defense of criminal cases in California.
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01/22/2026 - A Cameo Appearance for IP: Branding in the Digital Age
What does it mean when a large company adopts a mark already used by another? If it’s a large AI company it may be something to review and consider to protect one’s brand equity.
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01/12/2026 - Ghost in the Machine: The Ethics of Using AI in Legal Practice
This program will focus on the ethics of using AI in legal practice and the application of ethics principles, including duties of competence, confidentiality, supervision, and others, including the duty to report misuse pursuant to Rule 8.3.
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02/18/2026 - Why Lawyers Should be A-Holes: An Ethical Defense of Zealous Advocacy
In this frank discussion, Stuart Teicher, Esq., the CLE Performer, talks about the history of the concept of zealous advocacy, explains the rules that form the boundary of proper lawyer behavior, and dismantles the myth that diluting aggressive representation is progress.
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03/17/2026 - 10 Ways to Stay Out of Ethical Trouble
In this practical seminar, Stuart Teicher, Esq., teaches you how to stay clear of disciplinary complaints and build a resilient career.
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03/06/2026 - A Peek Behind the AAA Curtain: What Arbitrators and Parties Should Know
Go behind the AAA curtain with a former arbitrator turned AAA Vice President. Learn what sets exceptional arbitrators apart (and how to select them) and how understanding AAA procedures can enhance effectiveness for both neutrals and parties.
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05/19/2026 - What my broken nose, Spider-Man, and the Russian invasion teach about conflicts
You’ve got to see it to believe it. Join Stuart as he explains how:
- Rule 1.10 is best explained by the time he broke his nose during a pickup basketball game
- a hypothetical case about Spider-Man teaches “direct adversity”
- Stuart’s crush on a particular entertainer explains Rule 1.7
- the Russian Invasion of the Ukraine poses explains the rule on withdrawing
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04/15/2026 - Jersey-Style Communication: Straight Talk on Advocacy and Ethics
Professional legal educator Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) draws on his Jersey roots to show how direct, no-nonsense communication can actually strengthen your advocacy without crossing ethical lines.
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06/18/2026 - Heartbreak and Bar Complaints: Country Music's Guide to Legal Ethics
This program transforms dry ethics rules into relatable lessons using the storytelling power of country music, helping you remember key principles when real ethical dilemmas hit your practice like a freight train.
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07/21/2026 - College Mascots and Legal Ethics: Lessons from the Sidelines
College mascots represent their schools with pride, loyalty, and unwavering standards - qualities every attorney should embody. Professional legal educator Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) reveals how these iconic figures demonstrate core principles of legal ethics.
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08/11/2026 - Lyrical Lessons from Taylor Swift: An Ethics Program
Taylor Swift’s songs aren’t just artistic masterpieces, they are ethics masterpieces too! Join the CLE Performer Stuart Teicher as he reviews select lyrics from Taylor’s songs and shows how they illustrate lessons from the Rules of Professional Conduct.
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09/16/2026 - Working in a Pressure Cooker: How to make high-pressure decisions, the ethical way.
Professional legal educator Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) serves up a practical, step-by-step tutorial for navigating complex ethical decisions when your client's freedom, fortune, or future hangs in the balance.
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10/21/2026 - Stoic Lessons for Ethical Success
Professional legal educator, Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) demonstrates how Marcus Aurelius, Epictetus, and Seneca's teachings translate into practical tools for navigating conflicts of interest, client communication, and maintaining competence.
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11/11/2026 - Yes, Chef! Culinary Excellence Meets Legal Ethics
This program explores what lawyers can learn from celebrity chefs about preparation, quality control, and professional standards. Professional legal educator, Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) draws parallels between kitchen excellence and legal practice.
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12/14/2026 - Houston, We Have a Problem: NASA Disasters and Legal Ethics
NASA's greatest tragedies share a common thread: smart people ignored warnings under pressure. The Apollo 1 fire killed three astronauts after known safety issues were dismissed to meet deadlines. Challenger exploded when engineers' O-ring warnings were overruled by "go fever." Each disaster offers stark lessons for lawyers facing identical pressures—client demands, court deadlines, firm culture pushing you to cut corners or ignore red flags. Professional legal educator, Stuart Teicher, Esq. (known as The CLE Performer) examines how these tragedies illuminate the path from small ethical compromises to catastrophic failures, and provides tools to prevent disasters in your own practice.
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