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  • God, Gadgets, and the Law: Understanding Patents Through Faith-Based Inventions

    In this CLE program, the instructor dives into the intersection of faith and innovation by exploring the basics of patent law, the history of patents, and the process of securing patent rights. Using fascinating examples of faith-based inventions—such as patents for rosaries, Sabbath observance tools, halal food production devices, artificial Christmas trees, Buddha figurines, and more, this course explores what can be learned about patents from religion, and what can be learned about... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • The Foundations of Asylum Law

    This CLE course is designed for attorneys who are new to immigration, and specifically the practice of asylum law. The course will cover the basic requirements of asylum law and what is required for a respondent in EOIR court or an applicant in with USCIS including the basis of asylum law in the Immigration and Nationality Act, the need to fall within one of the protected grounds, and credible fear. Some other concepts covered will include dual nationality and firm resettlement rules.... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits
  • Visas and "Green Card" Options for Research Scientists

    Several visa and "green card" (permanent residence) categories are available to Research Scientists. Selecting which works best for your client depends on multiple factors, including whether the individual is sponsored for the visa/green card, their level of success, and whether they are able to provide strong evidence of their success and its impact on the field; the importance of their work to the country, and more. This CLE course will explore visa options, including the J-1, H-1B an... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Family Based Immigration and Naturalization

    This program will provide an overview of Family-Based Green Card and Non-Immigrant Dependent visas. This CLE course will review the qualifying relationships, eligibility issues, time-frames, filing processes, and work and travel issues while waiting for the green card for certain applicants. The Instructor will discuss the pros and cons of filing Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing, among other issues. This CLE will address Conditional Permanent Residence, when Permanent Resi... More Info

    $50
    1General Credit
  • Terrorism On Trial: An Overview of Anti-Terrorism Litigation in Federal Courts

    This CLE course will provide an introduction to the niche world of anti-terrorism litigation, providing an overview of the most commonly-used federal anti-terrorism statutes: 28 U.S.C. 1605A (the “terrorism exception” to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act) and the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) as amended by the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA). It will also cover eligibility criteria, timelines and key hurdles to obtaining a judgment, available damages, policy implication... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits
  • Navigating the Final Frontier: Exploring Space Law in the Age of Space Exploration and Commercialization

    Initially space law was primarily international law covering treaties, conventions, UN General Assembly resolutions and rules and regulations of international organizations. Now, however, with the tremendous advancement of space exploration and the growing commercialization of outer space, attorneys are finding themselves faced with legal issues arising from this new legal frontier. Our expert speaker will trace the progression of space law and discuss the multifaceted dimensions of spa... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits
  • U.S. Immigration Status Tips & Tricks for International Lawyers

    Join NYCLA’s Committee on Inclusion of International Lawyers in the U.S. Legal Profession for a panel discussion regarding the immigration challenges that international lawyers face in the U.S. and various pathways to tackle such challenges. The panel will focus on: The immigration status of international lawyers in the U.S., Obtaining and maintaining U.S. work authorization, Adjustment of immigration status through various visas that may be available for international lawyers, A... More Info

    $75
    1.5General Credits
  • International Intellectual Property Transactions in Many Countries

    This CLE Course will briefly review the basics of the intellectual property categories recognized under the laws of the United States and many other countries, and the ways that the associated intellectual property rights can be registered internationally. This CLE will move quickly to issues relating to why protection under these categories is not good enough, and to developing business activities that hard to condense into the traditional IP categories. This CLE will raise question... More Info

    $75
    1.75General Credits
  • Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: It's Growing, So Make Sure Your Clients are Covered

    The passage of the Anti-Money Laundering Act (“AMLA”) brought sweeping changes to the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) legislative regime in the United States. Parts of the AMLA are still being put into force, including coverage of entities not traditionally included, updated priorities for financial institutions, the Beneficial Ownership Registry, and others. Legal practitioners may have to address these new challenges for clients who are now being bro... More Info

    $50
    1.25General Credits
  • Witches and Guns: The Intersection Between Wicca and The Second Amendment

    This CLE explores the overlap between the tenets of the Wiccan religion and the principles of the Second Amendment. First, the importance of this relationship is introduced. Second, necessary philosophical background is provided. Third, specific topics and their possible application to practice areas are provided. This presentation is both interesting in its uniqueness as well as provides practical insights for attorneys who may encounter clients of all backgrounds. More Info

    $50
    1General Credit

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