Effective March 1, 2026, the US Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) new law goes into effect that requires certain residential real estate transactions be reported to the federal government. Lawyers are subject to the reporting requirement. We will include a WalkThrough the Flowcharts to Determine What Transactions are Reportable and Determining What Must Be Gathered Using FinCEN’s Fileable Form.

Law firms constantly change and evolve. So to do the ethics and malpractice issues guiding lawyers’ conduct and representations. Only through regular review and updating of a firm’s processes and procedures to align with such changes can lawyers avoid unwanted surprises.

Appellate Use of AI in Indiana is a timely, half-day ICLEF program designed to give Appellate Practitioners a current and forward-looking understanding of how artificial intelligence is shaping appellate work in Indiana. Learn the fundamentals of how AI tools function, hear directly from judges about how Indiana’s Appellate Courts are currently using AI and what may lie ahead, and gain guidance on effective, responsible ways to incorporate AI into Appellate Practice. The mo

Join Mark S. Zuckerberg and Eric N. Engebretson for a discussion on topics including; • Nondischargeable of Support Alimony, Attorney Fees, Guardian Ad Litem Fees • Bankruptcy Stay Affect on Collection of Support, Alimony, Attorney Fees • The Difference Between Bankruptcy Chapters 7 and Chapter 13 • Writing Effective Settlement Agreements (Nondischargeable Clauses) • 523(a)( 5) vs 523 (a) (15)

As virtual practice continues to reshape the legal landscape, mediations and depositions on Zoom have become common—but not always seamless. In this fast-paced one-hour CLE, Lonnie Johnson will explore the practical and strategic ways Zoom impacts case preparation, witness dynamics, confidentiality, professionalism, and the overall effectiveness of both mediations and depositions – when everyone is just a square on a screen.

Drafting documents is a pressure point in almost every law office. Most lawyers draft new documents by finding old documents and modifying them to work for the next case or client. Frankly, this approach has a high margin of error, it’s slow, and there are better methods. In this seminar, you’ll learn how to find and consolidate the best of your firm’s intellectual capital in a way that increases drafting speed and accuracy. I’ll lay out the roadmap for professional template-

This program is designed to provide lawyers with practical experience in leveraging Microsoft Copilot to its fullest potential for Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Some organizations simply want to know if Microsoft Copilot is worth the investment – what can it do to help – do we need it right now? Through interactive demonstrations and real-life scenarios, attendees will learn how Copilot can be used for drafting, summarizing documents, creating meeting summaries, creating PowerP

In today’s litigation landscape, a misstep on summary judgment can be the difference between a strategic victory and a call to your malpractice carrier. Led by Gregg S. Gordon, James (Alex) Nickloy, and Craig C. Siebe, all of Nickloy Albright Gordon & Siebe, LLC, Summary Judgment: Know the Details or Know the Number of Your Malpractice Carrier, offers a deep, practical walk-through of Trial Rule 56...

Join Eric Redman (Ritman & Associates) for the one-hour seminar exploring topics such as; Best Practices for Law Firm IT Security, Common Cyber Claims that we are Seeing, Incident Response and Claim Notification, What to Look for in a Cyber Insurance, Use of A.I. in the Practice of Law.

As we move into 2026, estate planning attorneys face an evolving landscape shaped by recent tax legislation and new or shifting incentives for different types of estate and gift tax planning and income tax planning.  In this one-hour session, attorney Jeff Dible (Frost Brown Todd) will guide you through various potential tax planning strategies to help you best direct your clients.

Microsoft's Co-Pilot A.I. Solution for Lawyers P1; Outlook & Microsoft Teams 1 CLE (NLS) - On Demand Seminar Part 1 of 2 - This program is designed to provide lawyers with practical experience in leveraging Microsoft Copilot to its fullest potential for Outlook, and Teams. Some organizations simply want to know if Microsoft Copilot is worth the investment – what can it do to help – do we need it right now? Through interactive demonstrations and real-life scenarios, attendees

This program explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in helpinglawyers manage their time more efficiently. Learn how to leverage AI tools to automate routine tasks, prioritize their workload, and optimize your daily schedule for better productivity. The session will provide practical insights into integrating AI into your practice, ensuring that you stay ahead.

Mediators bring specialized expertise in conflict resolution, enabling them to address a wide array of legal issues, from family disputes to civil and commercial conflicts. The role of a mediator extends beyond merely reaching agreements; they empower individuals to actively participate in shaping the outcomes of their disputes, harmonize legal proceedings, promote fairness, and contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the justice system. It is with mediators

Our annual Year in Review seminar is chaired, once again by Alan Hux. This two day seminar delivers the practical, year-end update that attorneys across practice areas rely on, with faculty examining the most significant statutory changes, appellate decisions, and emerging trends in Family Law, Bankruptcy Law, Criminal Law, Ethics, Technology, Estate Planning and Administration, plus additional high-impact topics. Whether you need to satisfy your annual CLE requirements or si

Participants will be introduced to the fundamental concepts of A.I., including machine learning and natural language processing. This session will discuss how A.I. can be leveraged by lawyers and discuss prompts in an interactive session to show users how to train their A.I. tool to deliver the desired information.

We are excited the “The Institute” returns again this fall for the 2025 effort! This will be the 23rd year Institute founding chairperson Andy Mallor will lead our program. Don’t miss this special and informative event!

ICLEF is pleased to present the 47th Annual Judge Robert H. Staton Indiana Law Update™, a comprehensive review of the substantive trends, changes and developments in Indiana Law across a diverse array of practice areas. If you need to satisfy a Provisional and Foreign License CLE requirement, this program also provides...

The past eighteen months have delivered a rapid-fire series of transformative rulings, legislative shifts, and cultural flashpoints that have fundamentally reshaped how employers hire, manage, discipline, and part ways with their workforces. From the Supreme Court’s blockbuster employment decisions redefining standards for religious accommodations, Title VII protections, and the scope of arbitration agreements, to the escalating tension between employee social-media speech an

Join us for this comprehensive six-hour ICLEF program designed to guide practitioners through the intricacies of construction negligence and premises liability litigation—from initial discovery to trial. Led by experienced litigators, this seminar covers key topics including evidence preservation, expert selection, 30(b)(6) strategies, coverage and indemnification issues, ethical considerations, and trial planning. Gain practical insights into both commercial premises and c

Find Your Landing Zone is a seminar and a workshop. It is designed to motivate lawyers to prepare for a fulfilling life beyond the practice of law. Rules of Professional Conduct pertinent to well-being and relevant to transitioning to retirement or another career. The program includes exercises, down-to-earth advice and inspiring accounts from others who have set and achieved goals and effected change in their lives. This exceptional combination of tools, advice and stories