Lawyering in the Modern Age

COURSE DETAILS

The legal profession is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements, evolving client expectations, and a new virtual-first landscape. This comprehensive course, Lawyering in the Modern Age, is designed to equip practitioners with the essential skills and strategic knowledge needed to thrive in this new environment.

We will move beyond theory to provide practical guidance on the most pressing issues facing today’s lawyers. You will learn to navigate the ethical minefield of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, master the art of virtual advocacy in courtrooms and depositions, and efficiently manage a modern, flexible law practice. The program also sharpens core skills, teaching you to write with plain-spoken persuasion, conduct cutting-edge legal research, and ethically market your services to grow your firm.

Whether you are a litigator, a transactional attorney, or a solo practitioner, this course will provide the actionable insights you need to enhance your competence, protect your practice, and gain a decisive competitive edge.

Key Topics Covered:

• Ethics, Cybersecurity, and Artificial Intelligence: Learn to leverage powerful AI tools ethically while implementing crucial cybersecurity protocols to protect client data and avoid malpractice.
• Virtual Court Appearances: Master the technology and etiquette of the virtual courtroom to present with confidence and ensure your advocacy is as powerful on-screen as it is in person.
• Taking and Defending Depositions in the Modern Era: Discover new strategies for assessing witness credibility, managing remote exhibits, and maintaining control in a virtual deposition setting.
• Virtual Law Practice Management: Explore the essential tools and workflows for running an efficient, secure, and profitable practice from anywhere.
• Plain and Persuasive Writing for Lawyers: Cut through the legalese and craft clear, powerful documents that persuade judges, inform clients, and achieve results.
• Multijurisdictional Practice and Novel Conflicts: Understand and navigate the new ethical traps of remote work, from the unauthorized practice of law to complex, cross-border conflicts of interest.
• Modern Legal Research: Go beyond traditional databases to uncover and utilize a new generation of cost-effective, AI-powered research tools.
• Marketing and Growing Your Practice: Learn ethical and effective traditional and digital marketing strategies to build your professional brand and attract your ideal clients.

FACULTY

Program Chair: Randall Tesser,Tesser, Ryan & Rochman LLP.

Faculty: J. Remy Green, Cohen & Green PLLC; Diane Holt, Rock-Hurst Astor PLLC; James Kobak, Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP; Libby Funke Luff, Practice Panther; Kenneth Moltner, HIGHMARK; Annie Pavia, Bloomberg; Daler Radjabov, NYCLA; Rania Sedhom, Sedhom Law Group PLLC; Jay G. Safer, Dunnington Bartholow & Miller LLP; Asha Smith, Beldock Levine & Hoffman LLP; Randall Tesser, Tesser, Ryan & Rochman LLP.