Calendar < June 2017 > MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday 1 2Marijuana Law & Practice (CA)8:30 am - 5:30 pmMarijuana Law & Practice (CA)Time: 8:30 am - 5:30 pmFor those attorneys who want to expand their practice and serve clients in this area, or those who already do and need to know about the impact of recent changes in cannabis law, this program will help you navigate the industry and the legal ramifications of Prop 64 and MCRSA. Cannabis Law (Los Angeles)8:30 am - 5:30 pmCannabis Law (Los Angeles)Time: 8:30 am - 5:30 pmFor those attorneys who want to expand their practice and serve clients in this area, or those who already do and need to know about the impact of recent changes in cannabis law, this program will help you navigate the industry and the legal ramifications of Prop 64 and MCRSA. What should you know about advising clients in the marijuana industry? What are the issues your clients, and you, face? You will learn about the impact and regulations related to California’s new legalization of marijuana (Prop 64). You’ll find out about how Prop 64 intersects with the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (known as MCRSA) and how that affects both individuals and businesses. 3 4 5 6 7 8Public Speaking for Attorneys (CHI)1:00 pm - 4:30 pmPublic Speaking for Attorneys (CHI)Time: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pmAs the saying goes… there is always room for improvement! Hear a seasoned professional teach you basic and advanced public speaking techniques that are guaranteed to improve your public speaking skills. Learn how to use your voice, your words and your body to enhance your presentation style and get your message heard. Get tips on oral argument, opening statements, and organization. Learn how to give a better presentation before the court, your clients, potential clients, a bar event or your team. This program will help you improve your presentation skills on a variety of levels. Become a better public speaker. Be heard! 9Opening Your Practice (IL)9:00 am - 4:30 pmOpening Your Practice (IL)Time: 9:00 am - 4:30 pmRequirements for newly-admitted attorneys include a Basic Skills Course consisting of at least 6 hours of education dedicated to professional responsibility topics and issues. We’ve gathered together some great faculty to help give some of the critical skills you need to succeed as a lawyer and meet this CLE requirement. 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30