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Listen to Beverly Hills Bar Association's nationally recognized CLE content, featuring timely topics and speakers from across the country. You don’t need to be an attorney to tune in, but if you are, you’ll get CLE credit while you listen! Full details at www.bhba.org/podcasts.
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Defendants often claim an inability to pay, while plaintiffs frequently dismiss those claims as yet another “cry wolf”—especially when those same companies are publicly promoting their success.Mediator Eric Wannon of ResolveWannon combines his experience as both an attorney and business leader to deliver practical, real-world strategies for assessing a defendant’s true financial capacity in mediation.In this program, Eric will show attendees how to evaluate a party’s financial health—beginning with insights from publicly available information before mediation—and which specific documents to request and analyze to perform a clear, live financial review during the session. Understanding a company’s genuine financial position enables both sides to negotiate with clarity.Drawing from mediations where he has assisted in six-figure and seven-figure settlements that would not have been possible without this mutual understanding, Eric reveals how uncovering the money—or the lack thereof—can drive even the most difficult cases to resolution.
Usama Kahf, CIPP/US and Partner at Fisher & Phillips LLP, breaks down the urgent privacy and ethics concerns raised by attorneys using generative AI tools like ChatGPT. This program explores why AI chats fall outside the scope of attorney-client privilege and may be discoverable, putting confidential information—and your license—at risk. Kahf will walk attorneys through California’s applicable Evidence Code, Business & Professions Code, and CCPA protections, and provide a five-step action plan for safely navigating AI use in legal practice.
Hon. Shelley L. Kaufman, Supervising Judge of Family Law at LASC, and Susan Thrall, Senior Administrator of Family Court Services, provide a practical overview of Parenting Plan Assessments (PPAs) as administered by Los Angeles Family Court Services. The session will cover payment procedures, document preparation, collateral submissions, and hearing expectations, including the role of the FCS Specialist and cross-examination protocol. Attorneys will leave with a clear understanding of how to guide clients through the PPA process and how to advocate effectively in hearings that follow.
Trial is your client's penultimate opportunity to tell their story, and they are entrusting you to shepherd and present that story in a manner that is authentic, engaging, and impactful.In this Trial Tutorial, veteran trial attorneys and master storytellers, Scott Glovsky and Elizabeth Hernandez demonstrate how to craft a persuasive story that serves your client and their case. They will discuss and demonstrate theories and tools for persuasive storytelling, including approaches to humanize your client and make the jury feel invested. Learn how to identify and develop compelling theories, themes, and frameworks, and how to incorporate them consistently throughout trial. Additional relevant subjects will be addressed to help attorneys enhance their persuasive storytelling skill set and effectively engage the jury. Questions from attendees are highly encouraged.
In design defect cases, defendant manufacturers and plaintiffs are frequently confronted with the issue of whether a product’s design complies with industry customs and standards or government regulations. This presentation will focus on how to use industry customs and standards, as well as government regulations, during discovery. We will examine admissibility issues surrounding such evidence.
Having a hard time understanding and implementing all of the changes from AB 1755 and SB 26 into your lemon law practice? Join us for a webinar covering all of the new statutes you need to know, as well as a discussion on how these reforms have been playing out.
Renowned experts Dean Erwin Chemerinsky of Berkeley Law and Kimberly Atkins Stohr of The Boston Globe will preview the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court term.
The use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) is exploding everywhere including the practice of law. As lawyers increasingly use AI in a variety of ways, the possible misuses of AI multiply and expand, creating risks for the unwary. This program will focus on the ethics of using AI in legal practice and the application of ethics principles, including duties of competence, confidentiality, supervision, and others, including the duty to report misuse pursuant to Rule 8.3. This program is suitable both for those who are familiar with AI and its uses in legal practice and for those who have little or no experience with those tools
Attorneys are not the only ones who shape the outcomes in mediations. Forensic accountants often hold the keys to success—whether attorneys realize it or not. In this eye-opening session, expert CPAs Michael Kaplan and David Golbahar reveal how their analysis, presence, and credibility can turn negotiations into victories… or derail them entirely. From navigating high-stakes personalities to dissecting complex financial data, this program will explore the powerful and often underappreciated role that forensic accountants play in the resolution process.
The rise of new cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies has created extraordinary financial opportunities for investors, and equally significant risks. As new products and services emerge at a dizzying pace, so do cybercriminals’ sophisticated scams designed to exploit both institutional and retail investors. From high-level enterprise fraud to “pig butchering” schemes, crypto fraud victims are often left believing that asset recovery is impossible.In this timely and practical panel, Eugene Rome and Brianna Dahlberg of Rome LLP will break down the legal landscape of crypto fraud and outline actionable strategies for recovery. Drawing from their experience handling complex cross-border cases, they will explore:Legal claims against major exchanges like Coinbase and BinanceStrategies for offshore asset seizureTechniques for mapping thefts across blockchain networksCollaborations with international law enforcement and white-hat hackersAttorneys will gain valuable insights into this rapidly evolving space to navigate a high risk domain where regulation is limited, and timing is critical.
Do you ever freeze when a judge asks an unexpected question? Have you watched a witness's credibility crumble or felt like you've lost the jury? In high-stakes litigation or negotiations, these make-or-break moments can determine case outcomes.Join two legal improvisation experts for a fun and interactive workshop where you'll master "yes, and..." frameworks for compelling jury addresses and dynamic witness examinations, practice techniques to read and influence courtroom dynamics, and develop the mental agility to stay present and adapt when your case evolves or takes unexpected turns.
Ken Ziffren will present his annual review and assessment of developments affecting the practice of media and entertainment law. Mr. Ziffren will address recent changes and trends and their impact on the rights of various entertainment industry parties.No credit will be provided for this program.
In personal injury cases, clients often face trauma, loss, and uncertainty, making civility a cornerstone of effective advocacy. Eric V. Traut, founding partner of Traut Injury Law, will focus on how attorneys can guide clients to present themselves with composure during depositions, interactions with medical experts, and courtroom proceedings. Drawing from practical strategies, the Eric will highlight how respectful behavior builds credibility with judges and jurors while protecting the integrity of a case.
In this program, Ligaya Lange, Director of Corporate Outreach for the National Alliance on Mental Illness, Greater Los Angeles County (NAMI GLAC), will share tools to help you prepare before difficult conversations, stay grounded during them, and recover after. From setting healthy boundaries and using neutral language to reframing negative interactions and building long-term resilience, this program offers actionable approaches for managing communication challenges with greater calm and confidence. Attorneys will walk away with techniques to reduce reactivity, preserve professionalism, and prevent others’ stress from becoming their own. Whether you’re facing difficult clients, colleagues, or high-pressure situations, this presentation provides both immediate strategies and long-term practices—helping you protect your mental health while strengthening your effectiveness as an attorney.
Michael Colantuono of Colantuono, Highsmith & Whatley, PC demonstrates how generative AI can enhance the precision and persuasiveness of your written advocacy. This program explores how to use tools like ClearBrief, Drafting Assistant, and CoCounsel to dissect trial and appellate briefs, flag weak arguments, and spot concessions or omissions. Attendees will gain practical methods for building opposition strategies, drafting stronger responses, and integrating AI without compromising professional judgment or confidentiality.
This program serves as a guide to the California State Bar’s newly implemented CTAPP compliance audits, and the obligations attorneys must fulfill to comply with CTAPP rules. Attorneys will learn how the audit process works under Rules 1.15(d), 2.6, and 9.8.5, mandatory requirements related to record production and independent accounting review, and how to navigate their ethical duties relating to client trust accounts and client communications. The program will also address privilege concerns, CPA audit requirements, and the risks attorneys face under this new enforcement framework.
Civility isn’t just good manners—it can be your Superpower as an attorney. This program will explore how civility strengthens your advocacy, builds trust with clients, colleagues, and the courts, and helps you uphold the highest standards of the profession. Through practical tools for respectful communication and mindful lawyering, you’ll learn how to reduce conflict, ease stress, and practice at your very best. Step into the role of a civility Superhero and see how using your power can transform both your practice and the legal community.
This program explores practical strategies to keep arbitration costs down while ensuring a fair and efficient process. Aaron Gothelf and Stephanie Cubacha cover how thoughtful arbitration clauses, streamlined procedures, and limited discovery can significantly reduce expenses. Attendees will learn how selecting the right arbitrator, using written witness statements, minimizing expert involvement, and leveraging virtual hearings can control costs. This program will also discuss how early case management and mediation opportunities can help resolve disputes faster and more affordably.The Alternative Dispute Resolution section is chaired by Robert Cohen and Jeffrey Kravitz
In this presentation, join speakers Fabiana Zangara, Uduak Oduok, and Victoria Burke, for an essential overview of key areas in fashion law, with insights across the industry.Topics Covered in this Program:Immigration and the Fashion IndustryVisa Options for Fashion ProfessionalsModel Rights, Publicity, and Legal RelationshipsLabor and Employment Law in ModelingKey Fashion and Apparel Legislation in the U.S. and InternationallyThe Fashion Law section is chaired by Alessandra Tarissi De Jacobis.
Entertainment law demands sharp focus, creativity, and precision under constant pressure. But chronic stress doesn’t sharpen performance—it sabotages it. In this session, TEDx speaker and master executive coach/wellness expert of 17 years, Beth Bishop shares a science-backed blueprint to help entertainment lawyers regulate their nervous systems, improve decision-making, and sustain peak performance without burnout.You’ll learn:The Hidden Costs of Stress in Law – Why chronic stress reduces productivity by up to 30%, increases errors by 25%, and impairs creativity and decision-making.Nervous System Mastery for Lawyers – Understand the three key states of the nervous system and how they impact your performance, judgment, and presence in high-stakes situations.Cut Stress in 5 Minutes a Day – Learn science-backed tools to regulate your nervous system quickly (even between client calls or contract reviews).The Cognitive Edge – How movement and somatic resets unlock focus, sharpen memory, and boost creativity on demand.Sustainable Success – Build micro-habits that protect your energy, confidence, and career longevity in the demanding world of entertainment law.
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