Virginia Live CLE Bundle 2021

This program offers a clear and practical foundation in oil and gas law for attorneys seeking to understand the legal principles that govern one of the most significant sectors of the U.S. economy. Attendees will gain insight into property rights, lease structures, and operational obligations across the upstream, midstream, and downstream segments. Whether advising clients in transactions, disputes, or regulatory matters, lawyers will leave better equipped to spot issues and add value.

Participants will learn the essential terminology, legal frameworks, industry structure, and property law concepts that underpin oil and gas operations. The program covers mineral and surface estate rights, the rule of capture, oil and gas lease clauses, implied covenants, pooling, environmental regulation, and common dispute areas. Real-world examples and hypotheticals will help solidify understanding.

This program is designed for attorneys with little experience practicing real estate, commercial litigation, energy law, environmental law, IP, business transactions, or any area where oil and gas issues may arise. It is also valuable for in-house counsel, government lawyers, and litigators seeking to expand into energy-related matters. No prior oil and gas law experience is required; the course will cover foundational principles and terminology.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify and explain the roles and legal frameworks of the upstream, midstream, and downstream segments of the oil and gas industry.
2. Analyze the key property law concepts in oil and gas, including mineral vs. surface estate rights, the rule of capture, and the types of oil and gas interests.
3. Evaluate the structure and standard clauses of oil and gas leases, including the granting clause, habendum clause, royalty provisions, pooling clauses, and Pugh clauses.
4. Assess the rights and obligations of lessors and lessees under oil and gas leases, including implied covenants and the accommodation doctrine.
5. Recognize common disputes in oil and gas law, such as royalty underpayment claims, lease termination issues, surface use conflicts, and subsurface trespass allegations.
6. Apply the oil and gas legal concepts to hypothetical scenarios to spot potential issues and propose preliminary solutions for clients.

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 4, 2025
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025

In the fast-paced legal world, managing time effectively is crucial to maintaining productivity and ensuring client satisfaction. This course is designed to equip legal professionals with the skills and strategies needed to optimize their time management practices. Time management is essential for running a successful legal practice and ensuring satisfied clients. Legal professionals may struggle with how to optimize their time and may not be aware of the many tools at their disposal. 

In this course, attendees will learn about time management strategies developed specifically for attorneys.  Topics include law practice management software, eliminating distractions unique to law offices, and managing support staff efficiently.  Attendees will also learn about strategies for implementing these new approaches.  

This program is designed for attorneys at any level that want to find new ways to better manage their time.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine different management software used for legal practices
• Evaluate different ways to make a legal practice more efficient
• Differentiate between paralegals, secretaries, and law clerks and how they can optimize a legal practice

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Central Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Mountain Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pacific Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Alaska Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Thursday, December 4, 2025
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025

Tort law is a foundational aspect of the legal system. Legal professionals, even those not specializing in torts, should have knowledge of various torts.

This course will serve as a torts refresher, and will cover many topics in tort law, including the law of intentional torts, negligence and defenses. Other covered topics include malpractice, defamation and the torts of products. Additionally, noteworthy and novel cases will be covered. Participants will delve into key areas such as negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability. The course also examines contemporary issues and evolving legal standards, providing attorneys with the knowledge and tools to navigate complex tort cases effectively. Through case studies and real-world examples, this course will enhance your understanding and application of Tort Law in practice.  

This course is suitable for attorneys at any level that seek to refresh their knowledge of torts. 

Learning Objectives

• Classify types of torts
• Review the components of each type of tort
• Examine the defenses for different torts

Course Time Schedule:

Eastern Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Central Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mountain Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Pacific Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Alaska Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Hawaii-Aleutian Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

This course is also being presented on the following dates:

Thursday, December 4, 2025
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Thursday, December 18, 2025