LegalFuel Speaker Series: Ten Ways to Avoid Bar Discipline

This course has been approved by The Florida Bar for .5 hours of General CLE credit including .5 hours of Ethics CLE credit.

LegalFuel Speaker Series

Ten Ways to Avoid Bar Discipline

Presented by: Brian L. Tannebaum

Ethical and professionalism issues arise during many facets of an attorney's professional life. Knowledge of these issues enables attorneys and legal professionals to best represent clients and mitigate adverse consequences of ethical violations. This program will provide an overview of typical ethical issues affecting common practices, as well as means to address and resolve these issues.

Runtime: 30 Minutes

Outline
I. Communicate and Explain
II. Have a Witness
III. Turn Down Clients
IV. Have a CPA, Bookkeeper, and Ethics Counsel
V. Consider the Length of Your Career
VI. Hit “Save” instead of “Send”
VII. Be Competent About Your Incompetence
VIII. Understand the Bar’s Role
IX. Ask the Bar
X. Know When You Have a Problem