WyoLawPod

Insights From the Bench with Judge Melissa Owens

Insights From the Bench with Judge Richard Lavery

Mindfulness Why and How with Devon O’Connell

Time Schedule: 120 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction Guided Meditation Introduction to Mindfulness and Meditation Diligent (Active and Fully Engaged) Prompt and Mindful Can it Be Done Mindfulness and Objectivity Zealous Advocacy and Mindfulness Beginning A Mindfulness Practice Starting with Yoga Finding a Meditative Practice Tools that Help Instructor Devon O’Connell, Esq. Bio Member and Owner Pence and Macmillan Judicial Nominating Commission Certified and Trained Mediator Certifi...

Ethics in Mediation with Hon. Michael J. Sullivan

Time Schedule: 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction Mediator Duty of Competency Balancing Zealous Advocacy and Working Towards Resolution Do Mediators Give Legal Advice Does a Client Have the Right to Make a Stupid Decision Good Faith in Mediation Communications with Parties and Attorneys Instructor Hon. Michael J. Sullivan, Esq. Bio Partner Brow, Drew, Massey & Sullivan Governor of Wyoming 1986 & 1990 Instructor Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics US Ambas...

Lessons from a Life in the Practice of Law with Hon. Alan K. Simpson

Time Schedule: 140 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Lesson and stories from six decades practicing law Prosecutorial discretion Small town problem solving for lawyers Learning from Mistakes Seizing opportunities Instructor Hon. Alan K. Simpson, Esq. Bio Hon. Alan Simpson served in the U.S. Senate (R-Wyoming) from January 1979 to 1997, where he was the Assistant Republican Leader, 1984-1994; Chairman of the Subcommittee of Immigration and Refugee Policy of the Senate Judiciary Committee, 1980-1...

Starting a Law Firm & Getting Paid Every Time

Time Schedule: 90 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Elizabeth Lance Laying the groundwork for starting your own firm Setting a budget Establishing an “income pipeline” Generating work and cultivating referral sources When to grow How to get paid on time every time Instructor Elizabeth Lance, Esq. Bio: Managing Partner Lance and Hall LLP 2018-present Owner/Attorney Lance Law Office, LLC 2015-2017 Associate Woodhouse, Roden, and Nethercott, LLC 2013-2015 Senior Assistan...

Common Ethical Mistakes Lawyers Don’t Realize They Make

Time Schedule : 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Mark GiffordWhat are common ethical mistakes lawyers make that they do not realize they are making? What does cooperation with bar counsel during the complaint process look like? What is the diversion program? What is the best part of the job of bar counsel? What is the procedural process and the burden of proof on bar counsel in the disciplinary hearing process? The “Wyoming System” allowing bar counsel to handle e...

Bankruptcy Basics for Clients and New Attorneys

Time Schedule: 65 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Robertson “Rob” Cohen What are the biggest misconceptions about bankruptcy? What kinds of debts can bankruptcy help with and what kind cannot be helped? Can you make too much money to file bankruptcy? What does a bankruptcy trustee do? What are the biggest problems for debtors who hire attorneys who are not careful? The importance of being honest in the bankruptcy process. How does the bankruptcy process work? When d...

Workers Compensation Secrets Revealed

Time Schedule: 70 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Josie Sanchez How does one become a claims analyst What you should and should not do in working with your claims analyst Importance of an accurate report of injury Communicating with your claims analyst What is proper notice you should receive for a change in benefits How are IMEs scheduled How not to upset your claims analyst Guidelines for claimant attorney communications with claims analyst Long term injuries and ...

The Road To Discovery: Discipline, Patience and Persistence

Time Schedule : 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered : Introduction of Instructor Jack D. Edwards, Esq. Interrogatories: Asking Good Questions Document Request: Getting What You Need without Asking for Too Much Patience: One Marshmallow versus Two Dealing with Objections Round One: The Meet and Confer Round Two: Written Notice of Inappropriate Objections Round Three: The Motion to Compel Instructor Jack D. Edwards, Esq. Bio: Owner, Edwards Law Office, PC, 2010 to Present Associate, Luthi & V...

Origins of Work Comp CLE Summary

Time Schedule : 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered Introduction of Instructor Michael Duff European System and the French Train Project of 1832 Swiss Early Structure German System and Otto Von Bismarck English Evolution: Factor Acts Inspectorates Fencing Liability Statutes WC Act of 1897 American Liability Acts/Federal Employee Liability Act of 1908 How These Issues Still Affect Work Comp in Wyoming Today Instructor Michael Duff, Esq. Bio: Professor of Law, University of Wyoming Founder, Co-Ed...

The Magic of Video Depositions CLE Summary

Time Schedule : 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered : Introduction of Instructor Grant Lawson What are the key advantages of taking video depositions The use of props in video depositions Getting the deponent “in the moment” to recreate an event How to use a video deposition in trial, for settlement purposes and during focus groups Using a video deposition to limit frivolous objections Determining when to take a video deposition Instructor Grant Lawson, Esq. Bio: Partner at Metier Law Firm Grad...

LLM in Entrepreneurial Law featuring Matt Kaufman

Time Schedule : 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Mathew Kaufman Deciding if an LLM is a good fit with your legal career Deciding what LLM is right for you What is an LLM in Entrepreneurial Law Working with your firm and law partners to plan for time away from work Planning for the time away from family and how to stay healthy while commuting to school Determining if there is a market for your new skills The advantage of having an LLM in marketing your skills to cl...

Public Relations for Lawyers featuring Dennis Ellis

Time Schedule: 70 minutes Summary of Topics Covered Introduction of instructor Dennis Ellis Beginning a career in public relations after law school Transitioning from employee to public relations firm owner How to build up a client base The advantage of having a law degree while working in public relations Overcoming obstacles and bouncing back from disappointments Establishing trust and building relationships Charging for your work Instructor Dennis Ellis, Esq. Bio Microsoft TechSpark Manager, ...