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Basic Lessons on Ethics & Civility - Online Video Replay

1:00 - 4:30 p.m.
(Eastern Time)

ONLINE INSTANT VIDEO REPLAY SERIES

4.0 MCLE Credits (4.0 ethics)

ATTENTION: Online video replays are approved for MCLE credit for all attorneys EXCEPT newly admitted (less than 24 months).
Please note that this is a replay of a live program which was previously recorded and therefore does not allow for questions to be submitted to the faculty.

Program Description

This program is designed for all practicing attorneys, all of whom will benefit greatly from both the lectures and the colloquium on ethics and civility. Real world hypothetical scenarios are the springboard for a lively discussion of ethical issues faced by attorneys on a daily basis. Panelists include judges, ethics experts and seasoned practitioners.

The program includes an update on recent developments in the law concerning ethics and disciplinary rules,  together with a discussion of law firm civility issues and how to deal with the uncivil adversary.

Program Topics

• Update on case law, statutory and rules changes impacting Ethics and Civility

• Civility vs. Aggressiveness

• Law firm Civility issues

• Interactive discussion with the Panel relative to selected real-life fact patterns addressing everyday Ethics and Civility issues

Program Speakers

Vincent J. Syracuse, Esq. (Chair)
Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP
—New York City

Jeremy R. Feinberg, Esq.
State Wide Special Counsel
Commercial Division, Office of Court Administration
—New York City

Hon. Bernard J. Fried
NYS Supreme Court – Commercial Division
—New York City

Hal R. Lieberman, Esq.
Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP
—New York City

Victor J. Rocco, Esq.
Hafetz Necheles & Rocco
—New York City

Jamie B. W. Stecher, Esq.
Tannenbaum Helpern Syracuse & Hirschtritt LLP
—New York City

Mark C. Zauderer, Esq.
Flemming Zulack Williamson Zauderer LLP
—New York City

Total MCLE Credits

4.0 Credits in Ethics

The last day to pre-register online was August 13, 2012.

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Registration	$95.00

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