Tag: California MCLE

Paralegal Continuing Legal Education in California

In the dynamic realm of law, staying on top of the latest developments and honing one’s skills is crucial for professionals to thrive. Paralegals, often considered the backbone of legal teams, play a pivotal role in supporting attorneys and ensuring the seamless operation of legal practices. In the state of California, the pursuit of excellence for paralegals is further underscored by the…

California MCLE Late Fee Increases

Stay Informed on the Latest Change to California MCLE Late Penalties As of mid-2023 The State Bar of California raised the Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) noncompliance late fees. The State Auditor and the Board of Trustees decided that overall administrative revenue wasn’t enough to cover the rising costs of service, so they voted to raise your fees. Late Fee Penalty from    …

New CLE: Attorney’s Guide to Online Defamation and Website Removal

You get a frantic call from an attorney you’ve known since law school. Apparently, a person that she declined to represent left scathing, false reviews with one stars on a number of review websites like Yelp and RipoffReport.com. She is extremely distraught since she relies in the Internet for new clients and she wants your advice on what to do. Handling Online…

New CLE on Franchise Law & the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)

Franchise law is a specialized area of law that is fairly regulated by both federal law and various state laws. Knowing the intricacies of how franchising and franchise law work can enhance your skill sets as a practitioner and help you better assist your business clients. Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) must include 23 items and it includes…