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Course Descriptions for

New York 4-Credit

Ethics and Professionalism

MCLE Bundles

Attorney Fees, Agreements and Billing Practices

There is perhaps no more fertile area of disputes between attorney and client which can be seen in the form of ethical complaints to the state bar, legal malpractice claims, or other litigation than disputes over money. This course reviews rules of professional conduct, statutes, state bar ethics opinions, cases and principles underlying the rules pertaining to attorney fees, fee agreements and billing practices. Discussion includes how to comply with these rules, and how to take steps to avoid money disputes with clients before they arise.


Conflicts of Interest: Recent Ethics Opinions

A review of many different jurisdictions' recent State Bar Ethic Committees' opinions in the area of conflicts of interest.


Ethics of Negotiation & Settlement

Lecture covers a lawyer's ethical and professional obligations during negotiation and settlement.