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A high-level discussion of ethical pitfalls encountered by attorneys during the intake process, contracting with the client, multi-client conflicts, subpoena of a client file, withdrawing representation, death of a client, settlement issues, liens, how to respond to negative reviews and duties of departing lawyers.  The Texas State Bar course number is 174309323.  It qualifies for 1.00 CLE Credit and 1.00 Ethics Credit.  The course will be approved for 05/15/26 through 03/14/27.  TLIE submits completed courses weekly.  Problems? Contact TLIE at 1-800-252-9332 or email us at sbresett@tlie.org.  Read more

Top ethics issues that cause problems for lawyers in everyday practice / Applicable Rule and Relevant Comments / Real Life Examples of Rule Application / Practical Suggestions for How to Avoid Pitfalls Read more

Discussion of Issues Most Frequently Confronting Newly Licensed Attorneys / Tips to Avoid Malpractice Claims and Grievances / Relevant Disciplinary Rules Read more

Discussion of legal issues and procedural requirements unique to Healthcare liability cases for a Plaintiff.  Brief discussion of applicable disciplinary rules implicated by these requirements as well as best practice recommendations to avoid pitfalls and malpractice claims. Read more

A Discussion and Analysis of Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct 1.06, 1.07, 1.08, 1.09, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.14, and 1.18 with examples of conflicts situations regarding each rule, including discussion of relevant ethics opinions and case decisions.  Read more

In depth discussion of how to start a law firm from a business perspective (financial foundation/entity selection/start up expenses /P&L/ revenue goals/ bank accounts/ how to grow/ billing and collections, communications, document retention, file management, policies and procedures ) and from an ethics perspective. Discusses IOLTA trust accounts, TDRPC 1.15,  5.01, 5.03, 5.04, 5.05 and ethics opinions 611, 642, 701, 704. Read more