Virginia Live CLE Bundle 2021

Understanding how to navigate the complexities of multicultural communication is an important skill for attorneys to have. Whether interacting with clients or peers of different cultures, generations, or background, attorneys should be prepared on how to converse.

This course will cover how and why conversations can be difficult, and the best strategies for legal professionals to utilize in order to handle these conversations rather than avoid them. Understanding the different nuances across cultures, generations, and power structures will be covered and their impact on conversations and communication. 

Attorneys at any level are encouraged to attend this program especially those that interact with clients. 

Learning Objectives: 

• Evaluate what makes conversations difficult - especially those that relate to DEI
• Explore multi-cultural nuances that can make conversations difficult with clients
• Examine multi-generational differences such as how younger attorneys of color expect older attorneys to communicate in the workplace
• Assess how power structures impact conversations and how to minimize these dynamics
• Develop a strategy for having successful, difficult DEI conversations

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Central Time: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Mountain Time: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Pacific Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Alaska Time: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
 

Recent developments in technology have been revolutionizing the legal field. However, these technological advancements have not come without ethical concerns. 

This relevant and exciting course will look at some of the new ways in which technology is impacting the legal profession. Attendees will learn about some of the new and innovative technologies available to lawyers, and how to make informed decisions about using them in their practice. The ethical issues associated with adopting new technologies will also be addressed.  

This course is suitable for attorneys at any level that want to learn more about recent technologies or are considering adding new technologies to their own practice.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine recent developments in AI and its applications in the legal profession
• Assess how new technologies can be utilized in legal practice
• Analyze the ethical concerns of new technologies and the possible problems they can bring
• Evaluate how to use technologies for a legal practice in an ethical way

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mountain Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Pacific Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Alaska Time: 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 5:30 AM - 7:00 AM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Thursday, December 18, 2025

This course offers attorneys a comprehensive overview of various visa and green card options available to entrepreneurs and startups in the United States. Participants will gain insights into the L-1, E-2, H-1B, OPT and STEM OPT Self Employment, O-1, International Entrepreneurial Parole, as well as the NIW, and EB-1A path to a green card. The course will also engage participants with hypothetical scenarios and real-life examples to contextualize these immigration options.

Attorneys should attend this program to better understand the complexities and nuances of business immigration law, which is increasingly relevant in a globalized economy. This knowledge will empower them to advise business clients effectively, particularly those looking to establish startups or hire foreign talent.

Participants will learn about the key visa categories applicable to startups, the criteria for eligibility, and practical strategies for obtaining work authorization. The course will also cover green card options and offer insights into navigating the U.S. immigration system for entrepreneurial clients. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with a robust understanding of immigration options for startups, enabling them to guide their entrepreneurial clients effectively in navigating the U.S. immigration system.

This program is ideal for attorneys with some experience who are interested in expanding their knowledge of business immigration, particularly those advising startups or clients in need of work authorization solutions.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the eligibility requirements and application processes for key visa options relevant to startups, including L-1, E-2, and H-1B
• Identify and explain the pathways to permanent residency for entrepreneurial clients, focusing on NIW and EB-1A categories
• Analyze real-world scenarios to apply knowledge of visa and green card options effectively
• Assess the strategic use of International Entrepreneurial Parole for startup founders
• Discuss the implications of OPT and STEM OPT self-employment on entrepreneurial ventures

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Central Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Mountain Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pacific Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Alaska Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Companies wishing to expand and enter foreign markets have several legal structures available. This course will explore the legal considerations attorneys must address when assisting businesses seeking to expand into foreign markets. Companies have various market entry structures, ranging from equity-based options, such as wholly-owned subsidiaries and joint ventures, to contractual arrangements, including franchises, distributorships, and agencies. Attorneys must carefully evaluate factors such as the company’s business’s nature, the target market’s regulatory framework, applicable tax rates, restrictions on profit repatriation, foreign ownership limitations, relevant international treaties, and incentive packages offered by host countries. For instance, some jurisdictions may require substantial local ownership, making joint ventures with local partners necessary instead of wholly-owned subsidiaries.

Attendees will learn about the key considerations in drafting contracts for foreign business operations, including the types of agreements commonly used and their specific purposes. The course will also address the interplay between an agreement’s governing law and the host country’s legal framework.

This program is designed for attorneys with some experience and provides valuable insights into the legal strategies and structures available to businesses entering foreign markets.

Learning Objectives:

• Obtain general knowledge of key legal structures for entry into foreign markets
• Understand the most important considerations related to each form of entry
• Explore the main advantages and risks associated with each form of entry
• Recognize key differences and similarities between market entry structures
• Identify and plan appropriate legal strategies in accordance with international law and local regulatory framework

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Central Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Mountain Time: 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Pacific Time: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Alaska Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Thursday, December 18, 2025