In a unique legal ethics "sermon," Sean Carter goes beyond the do's and don'ts of the Rules of Professional Conduct to get to the heart of the matter -- the common mindsets that result in ethical violations in the first place. Get tips and insights on how
to heal ourselves from these mindsets so that the ethical canons become guideposts and not obstacles in our drive to become successful lawyers.

Hear a recap of the most significant cases decided by the high court during its most recent term, including the blockbuster decision regarding corporate funding of politcal campaigns. And, rather than passively sitting through a lecture on the intricacies
of, say, the Confrontation Clause of the Sixth Amendment, you can choose to take a more active role by participating in the famous (infamous??) Supreme Court Fantasy League. Prizes are awarded and a good time is had by all.

While life often imitates art, it shouldn’t in the case of the portrayal of lawyers on television. The lawyers on our favorite legal dramas -- Boston [Il]Legal, The [Mal]Practice, L. A. Law[less] -- often violate our standards of professionalism. See how our TV counterparts often confuse being a zealous advocate with being a zealot.
You will also receive tips on how to reduce hostility in interactions with difficult opposing counsel; diffuse tension among warring clients; and preserve the integrity of the profession.

Has the practice of law lost its spark for you? Do you feel like you are just going through the motions? If so, then let Sean Carter reenergize you in this highly humorous yet motivating presentation where you will learn: How to reconnect with your purpose in becoming a lawyer; how to serve your clients and colleagues
with greater zeal; and how to have more fun than you thought possible.

"Laws are like sausages; it is better not to see them being made." This adage is perhaps no more true than in respect to the ballot initiative process. With Congress and many state legislatures embroiled in partisan gridlock, lawmakers took "sausage making" to new heights in 2010. If you have the stomach for it, join Sean Carter in a behind-the-scenes look at ballot initiative fights relating to budget deficits, healthcare, education, immigration, affirmative action and much more.

Far too often, legal ethics and professionalism seminars are filled with convoluted hypos that demonstrate conflicts of interests and ethical dilemmas that will never occur in a world that has, say, gravity, centrifugal force and Oprah Winfrey. Yet the truth of the matter is that legal ethics really isn't that complicated. There are very basic things that lawyers must do (and not do) to avoid disciplinary problems. Follow Sean Carter as he shows you the way to avoid legal malpractice and ethics complaints.