Uthena

This comprehensive seven-module course is designed to keep legal professionals up to date with the latest legislation, ethical standards, and best practices for mitigating risk and maintaining professionalism. While the content is particularly valuable for attorneys, it is also beneficial for paralegals, compliance officers, legal consultants, and business professionals who need to understand recent legal changes and ethical requirements in various sectors. 

The course is structured to provide both state-specific and national updates, as well as general legal guidance, making it an indispensable resource for anyone working in or around the legal field.

The course begins with a broad overview of new U.S. laws enacted in 2024, providing foundation of national legislative updates that impact all legal professionals. Next, the course delves into California’s legal landscape, followed by updates specific to New Jersey and New York, focusing on the most significant legislative changes in these key jurisdictions. 

After covering state-specific laws, the course transitions into legal ethics, exploring how ethical guidelines are evolving in the legal profession. Building on the ethical discussion, participants will then learn how to mitigate professional liability and risk, with practical strategies to protect themselves and their firms. 

Finally, the course concludes with insights into professionalism in challenging areas, equipping legal professionals with tools to maintain professionalism under high-stakes and ethically ambiguous circumstances.