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Webinar – Style Savvy: Mastering Word for a Flawless Table of Contents! – January 21, 2025

Ready to transform your document into a polished masterpiece? Join us for “Style Savvy,” where you’ll unlock the magic of Microsoft Word styles to create a stunning Table of Contents (TOC) with ease! This hands-on class will guide you through the essentials of using built-in styles, ensuring your headings and text not only look great but also function seamlessly.

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Webinar – Corporate Transparency Act – January 23, 2025

Tiana Garbett and John Herbstritt of Sheppard, Mullin, Richter and Hampton LLP, will provide a comprehensive overview of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”), highlighting key provisions, affected entities, and reporting requirements. Participants will gain valuable insights into the CTA’s objectives, the process of submitting beneficial ownership information, and useful CTA exemptions to be aware of. Learn more about the CTA and its implications for businesses across the United States. Enacted to combat financial crimes and improve corporate transparency, the CTA represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape, requiring certain “reporting companies” to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) of the U.S. Treasury Department.

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Webinar – Creating a Table of Authorities and Index of Defined Terms in Microsoft Word – January 28, 2025

Unlock the full potential of Microsoft Word for your legal documents in this practical webinar focused on creating a Table of Authorities and an Index of Defined Terms. Designed for legal professionals, students, and anyone involved in legal writing, this session will guide you through the process of efficiently organizing and referencing key legal materials.

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Webinar – Motions for Summary Judgment: Are the New Rules an Improvement? – January 30, 2025

Effective January 1, 2025, amendments to Code of Civil Procedure section 437c regarding timelines for filing MSJs will go into effect. In this presentation, we will explore the Legislature’s reasoning behind making these changes, whether it is truly a benefit to civil motion practice, and what the practical implications are for the legal professionals who actually put these motions together.

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Webinar – Navigating Citation Styles: Bluebook vs. California Style Manual – February 4, 2025

Join us for an insightful webinar that delves into the nuances of legal citation formats, focusing on the Bluebook and the California Style Manual.

In this session, we will cover:

Fundamental Differences: Explore the key distinctions between the Bluebook and California Style Manual, including their purposes, audiences, and preferred citation formats.

Practical Applications: Learn when and how to use each style effectively, with examples from case law, statutes, and secondary sources.

Best Practices: Gain tips and tricks for mastering citations, avoiding common pitfalls, and ensuring your work meets professional standards.

Whether you’re preparing for a legal writing assignment or looking to refine your citation skills, this webinar is designed to enhance your understanding and application of these essential legal tools.

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Webinar – Mastering Advanced Citations: A Deep Dive into Bluebook Structure – February 11, 2025

Join us for an informative webinar focused on Advanced Citations, where you’ll enhance your legal writing skills by mastering the intricacies of Bluebook citation. In this session, you will learn:
  • Bluebook Citation Structure: Understand the foundational elements of Bluebook citations, including the rules for various types of legal documents.
  • Citing in Context: Discover how to incorporate citations seamlessly within textual sentences, ensuring clarity and precision in your document.
  • Stand-Alone Citations: Learn the nuances of formatting stand-alone citations, including when and how to use them effectively.
  • Special Citation Rules: Gain insights into the proper use of terms like “Id.,” “supra,” and other critical citation conventions that every legal researcher and writer should master.
Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your citation knowledge—register now to secure your spot!

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