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December 30th Procrastinators' Programs (sm) CLE
Tue, December 30, 2025
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8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Registration Opens
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Emerging Challenges to the Profession in the Era of Political Division and AI (Professionalism)
While law firms, universities, bar associations, and the judiciary face increasingly politicized challenges, and the need for immigration and other public interest attorneys is on the rise, the promises and threats of artificial intelligence are raising a confluence of unprecedented challenges for the members of our profession.
Stephen J. Herman, Fishman Haygood LLP
10:10 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. Nobody Said There Would Be Math: IOLTA Trust Accounts Do’s and Don’ts (Ethics)
This CLE will provide an overview of IOLTA trust accounts and discuss various ethical scenarios related to the management of trust account funds, including disbursing funds, fee disputes, commingling, and the ODC audit review process.
Thomas P. Owen, Jr., Stanley Reuter Alford Owen Munson & Paul, LLC
11:20 p.m. – 12:20 p.m. AI Under Contract: How Technical Competence and Contractual Diligence Safeguard Innovative Legal Practice (Ethics)
This CLE teaches attorneys to bridge technical and legal literacy to fortify growing reliance on machine intelligence in their law practice. Learn how AI systems process data, what risks threaten confidentiality and accuracy, and how to translate those insights into due diligence for legal AI tools and vendors. The session emphasizes ethical governance and measurable competence under attorney ethics rules.
Parker N. Smith, CoreServe Legal
1:20 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. Estate Planning with Non-Probate Assets in Louisiana
A general discussion and overview of the estate planning considerations for non-probate assets in Louisiana. This session will help practitioners identify issues and to coordinate the disposition of these assets within comprehensive estate plans, while addressing both tax and practical administration issues.
Matthew A. Treuting, Roth Law Firm
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Cardi B - Lessons Learned in Pop Culture Trials
Zachary Wool, Barrios Wool
Jessica Perez Reynolds, Pendley Baudin & Coffin
3:40 p.m. – 4:40 p.m. Weed and Work Comp: It’s legal! Now what? A Brief Overview of LA RS 23:1081 in the Era of Legal THC
Now that THC is legal in many settings, what does that mean for an injured worker who may indulge lawfully while off the clock, but their employer requires drug testing after an accident on the job?
Leah Rhodes, Gertler Law Firm
4:50 p.m. – 5:50 p.m. Pro Bono, Pro You: Meaningful Ways to Make a Difference (Professionalism)
A CLE that brings attention to pro bono work, organizations, and available opportunities
Hon. Rachael D. Johnson, La. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal
Hayley M. Landry, Liskow & Lewis, APLC
Committee on Mandatory Continuing Legal Education, Louisiana Supreme Court
Credit has been approved with the Committee on Mandatory Continuing Legal Education, Louisiana Supreme Court for 2.00 Ethics credits, 3.00 General credits, and 2.00 Professionalism credits.
Located at the Pan American Life Building, 601 Poydras St., 11th Floor, New Orleans, LA 70130
The New Orleans Bar Association will accept written requests for a refund of registration fees, but a $20 administrative fee will be assessed. All cancellations must be received two full days prior to the CLE in order to be eligible for a refund. No refunds for no shows. For refunds, contact Rachael Boudreaux at rboudreaux@neworleansbar.org.