Legal Ethics Is No Laughing Matter: What Lawyer Jokes Say About Our Ethical Foibles
Presented by: Sean Carter

In this one-of-a-kind ethics presentation, Mr. Carter explores the topic of lawyer jokes, whether they have any basis in fact and what they say about our adherence to the rules of professional conduct. He does so through the use of video clips dramatizing these jokes. He also will use audience polling and questions from attendees to spread the "laughter."

The VERDICT Is In: How to Win Using A.I.
Presented by: Sean Carter

A.I. can be an effective tool for legal drafting, research, and client communication. However, the usefulness of its answers depends entirely on the quality of the questions you ask it. In this one-hour masterclass you will learn the VERDICT framework (Value, Environment, Role, Deliverable, Inputs, Constraints, and Test) for using A.I. to streamline drafting, strengthen research, and simplify client communication. This practical, hands-on program provides immediately applicable skills that help lawyers work smarter, save time, and deliver greater value to their clients.

Don't Be A Stupid Cupid: Avoiding Inappropriate Entanglements in the Practice of Law
Presented by: Sean Carter

To be an effective advocate, a lawyer must maintain a fair degree of dispassionate objectivity. The lawyer who becomes personally involved in the representation does the client a disservice. This is even more true for the lawyer who becomes personally involved with the client. In this webinar, legal humorist Sean Carter will explain the importance of avoiding this most basic conflict of interest and will relate the tragic (but sometimes fascinating) tales of lawyers who learned this lesson too late.

Show Me The Ethics!: The Ethical Way to Bill for Legal Services
Presented by: Sean Carter

While it is important for lawyers to be compensated for their services, it is even more important for lawyers to use ethical billing and collection practices in securing such compensation. Drawing on examples provided by current and past nominees from his annual Ethy Awards for the worst ethical behavior, legal humorist Sean Carter will provide a poignant reminder of how NOT to bill clients and collect fees. And in the process, he will reinforce the relevant legal ethics principles underlying such practices.

A.I. Assimilation: Resistance is Futile

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in the legal industry, offering unprecedented opportunities for legal professionals to enhance their efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. The incorporation of AI technologies into legal practice is no longer a futuristic concept; it's a present reality that is reshaping the way lawyers approach their work.

In this transformative two-hour program designed exclusively for legal professionals, you will learn about AI's practical applications in the legal field, from contract and legal brief drafting to legal research and case analysis to client correspondence and so much more. Through live demonstrations, we'll showcase real-world AI tools and platforms that empower lawyers to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to AI, our program equips you with the knowledge and tools to embrace the future of legal practice confidently.

May It Displease the Court?: Keeping Your Head (and Your Law License) in Court
Presented by: Sean Carter

In this hilarious webinar, legal humorist Sean Carter reviews some of the most outrageous breaches of lawyer decorum in recent years. In doing so, he will address the underlying reasons for lawyers to act out in this manner and provide tips to prevent losing control of our emotions (and our law licenses).

Ghost-Busted: Why Prompt Client Communication is Not Optional
Presented by: Sean Carter

In the legal profession, "ghosting" is more serious than a mere dating faux pas. It is the leading cause of career-ending disciplinary action. In this program, you will see how a simple failure to call a client back often triggers a "death spiral" of deception that results in the professional ruin for lawyers who attempt to "exorcise" their lack of communication by fabricating summonses, creating fake assistants and even forging judicial orders.

Join Sean Carter for a granular (yet, humorous) look at Rule 1.4 as he demonstrates that you should be very "scared of (becoming) no ghost." Because when it comes to prompt client communication, the truth won't just set you free. It will keep you from being "Ghost-Busted" by the bar.

Confetti, Cocktails and Consequences: How to Avoid an Ethical Hangover
Presented by: Sean Carter

This timely and eye-opening ethics program that explores the professional risks lawyers face when the celebration goes too far. Whether it's the office holiday party, a big trial win, or a festive holiday celebration, excessive revelry can lead to serious ethical consequences - including breaches of confidentiality, inappropriate conduct, conflicts of interest, and damaging social media posts. Through real-world disciplinary cases and cautionary tales, this program reminds attorneys that professional responsibility doesn't end when the bar tab opens. Don't let one night of poor judgment result in a career hangover - learn how to navigate the perils of partying while protecting your license and reputation.

Keeping A.I. Honest: Reducing A.I. Hallucinations in Legal Research
Presented by: Sean Carter

Generative A.I. is fast, persuasive, and increasingly embedded in legal work. It can also produce answers that are polished, professional, and completely false. For lawyers trained to rely on authoritative language, this creates a unique risk: trusting output that sounds right but isn't. This program explains how and why A.I. "hallucinates," and why lawyers are especially vulnerable to being misled by confident, well-structured nonsense.

In this practical, engaging one-hour program, participants learn how to reduce hallucination risk through smarter prompting, simple verification techniques, and better judgment about when and how A.I. should be used. The focus is on real legal workflows, not technical jargon or abstract rules. Attendees leave with tools to make A.I. a powerful assistant rather than a confidently wrong co-counsel.