Chatbots and Beyond: Managing AI Risk in Advertising and Customer ServiceCourse Number:E15112602W Duration:1 hour Credits:1 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Tuesday, November 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Description: As businesses increasingly use AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants for marketing, customer service, and other consumer interactions, attorneys must understand the rapidly evolving legal and technical risks these systems create. This new and timely class uses chatbots as a real-world case study for developing an effective AI risk-management framework that users can employ across a range of AI-integrated systems. Led by legal and technology experts, the class examines recent state chatbot laws and evolving regulatory guidance affecting AI-generated marketing and customer communications. The panel explores risks associated with system outputs, consumer interactions, disclosures, and other compliance concerns while demonstrating how attorneys can identify, assess, and mitigate both legal and technical risks throughout the AI lifecycle. Ideal for attorneys advising businesses that develop, deploy, or use AI, this class provides a structured approach to AI risk management and strategies that can be adapted as technologies, use cases, and regulatory requirements continue to evolve. Faculty: Brenda Leong, ZwillGen PLLC and Blair Robinson, ZwillGen PLLC Fees: $39 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $49 D.C. Bar Members, $59 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $79 Others * * * * * D.C. Bar Communities Legal Trivia NightCourse Number:C3427NC03I Date:Wednesday, November 4, 2026 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Test your legal knowledge at the D.C. Bar Communities Legal Trivia Night! Enjoy a fun, competitive evening of networking, team trivia, themed challenges and PRIZES for the winning team. Form a team of up to 6 members (or be paired with one) and battle it out over several rounds of legal trivia. Individuals without a team can still join - we’ll match you with one! The Quizmaster hosts the game, reading questions while teams write down answers. Points are awarded for correct responses—highest score wins! Event Schedule:
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM: Trivia competition (with a short break between rounds)
7:30 PM: Winners announced & prizes awarded
Registration Details:
Each individual team member registers. After registering, you will be sent a link to submit your team name and teammates. Individuals without a team can still join – fill out the form and we will match you with a team.
Food, drinks, and bragging rights included! Questions? Contact CommunitiesRegistration@dcbar.org.
Sponsored by: D.C. Bar Communities Office
**Early Bird Registration ends on Friday, October 30th. Pre-registration closes at 2pm on the day of the event. Onsite registration will be available. * * * * * How to Win Discovery Motions and Take Charge of Your CaseCourse Number:E18112605W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Credits:2 General Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 This product is Passport Eligible Description: Discovery motions can shape the course of civil litigation, making sound strategy and persuasive advocacy essential. This engaging class provides you with the tools and techniques needed to effectively pursue and oppose discovery motions, with a focus on practice in federal court and D.C. Superior Court that may also benefit practitioners in other jurisdictions. Led by seasoned litigators, the class examines the full life cycle of a discovery motion, from deciding whether and when to file through drafting and oral argument. The panel explores meet-and-confer obligations, strategic considerations surrounding motion practice, techniques for drafting persuasive motions and briefs, and effective preparation for presenting or opposing a discovery motion in court. Whether you are new to litigation or an experienced attorney looking to sharpen your skills, this class provides valuable strategies for approaching discovery disputes with greater confidence, precision, and purpose. Faculty: Saunders McElroy, Kirkland & Ellis LLP and Alexandra I. Russell, Goodwin Procter LLP Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * Basic Training and Beyond (Day 1)How to Start a Law Firm Course Number: BT_11/10/26 Practice Area: Practice Management (PMAS) Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Basic Training & Beyond is a two-day program for lawyers and law firm staff interested in starting, managing and growing a law firm in the District of Columbia. It is presented monthly, without charge, for D.C. Bar members and firm staff. In the day-one session, all the essentials of starting a firm in D.C. are covered. In the day-two session, growth and management issues are covered including client relations, productivity, technology and marketing. In order to attend this event in person, you must comply with the D.C. Bar’s policy located here. As a resource, an eManual is provided to those who attend. The program has been presented regularly since 2008 and thousands of members have attended and many have launched successful firms. Many of these members stay in contact with our presenters, Dan Mills and Kaitlin Forster, former small firm lawyers, and these connections inform the content of the sessions. * * * * * IN PERSON: D.C. Bar Insurance Law Community Inaugural Networking ReceptionCourse Number:C2527NC01I Practice Area: Communities, Insurance Law Date:Tuesday, November 17, 2026 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Credit: 0 CLE Credit Hours Celebrate the launch of the D.C. Bar Insurance Law Community at our inaugural networking reception. Connect with attorneys, risk managers, brokers, consultants, and other insurance professionals, expand your network, and learn about opportunities to get involved in this new forum for the insurance law community. Pre-registration is required. As always, please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues. D.C. Bar membership is not required to attend. Non-members will need to create a profile to register. D.C. Bar Community Members receive the best available pricing on Communities programs, including free registration for live virtual programs and discounted rates for others. Renew or join Communities to take advantage of these savings and other member benefits. Click here to learn more and join Communities. Sponsored by: D.C. Bar Insurance Law Community Pre-registration closes at 2pm on the day of the event. Onsite registration will be available. * * * * * Copyright and Trademark Law Year in Review(Intellectual Property Law Series – Part One) Course Number:E15112608W Duration:3 hours 15 minutes Credits:3 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Wednesday, November 18, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM Series Description: Stay current on the developments shaping intellectual property practice with this timely two-part series. Our distinguished practitioners examine significant court decisions, regulatory developments, legislative activity, and emerging trends in copyright, trademark, and patent law, providing practical insights and strategies for navigating today’s evolving intellectual property landscape. Class Description: Stay current on the latest developments in copyright and trademark law with this essential annual update. Led by experienced intellectual property practitioners, this class examines the year’s most significant court decisions, legislative and international developments, and important guidance from the US Copyright Office and US Patent and Trademark Office. Beyond the latest legal developments, the faculty explores emerging issues and evolving enforcement and registration trends while offering valuable strategies for advising clients in today’s rapidly changing intellectual property landscape. Ideal for intellectual property attorneys and practitioners who encounter copyright or trademark issues, this class delivers the timely insights and guidance needed to stay ahead in this dynamic area of law. Those interested in patent law should also consider the companion class, Patent Law: A Year in Review 2026. Faculty: Laura A. Possessky, Suffolk University Law School and Angela G. Shin, District Trademark Group PLLC Series Fees: $148 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $168 D.C. Bar Members, $188 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $228 Others Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members; $99 D.C. Bar Members; $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys; $129 Others * * * * * Now That You’re Writing . . . : Some Crucial Details(The Lawyer’s Voice: Writing for Results Series – Part Two) Course Number:E18112609W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Date:Thursday, November 19, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM Credits: 2.0 general credits Series Description: The words “You Write Just Like a Lawyer!” might not be a compliment. Knowing the law is essential – but so is being able to communicate effectively about it. That can be challenging. That can be stressful. Rick Horowitz can help. Rick is founder and Wordsmith in Chief of Prime Prose LLC, leading highly popular – and highly practical – legal-writing workshops coast to coast. A graduate of Brandeis University and NYU School of Law and a former lawyer himself, he's worked with state and local bar associations, government agencies, and a variety of corporations, nonprofits, and law firms. Sign up for one or more of these innovative classes and explore the fundamentals, and the critical details, of creating clear, well-organized, persuasive legal documents. This series leads you through the various stages of the legal-writing and editing process, from preparing to write; to producing clear, well-organized, and persuasive documents; to polishing the final product. Class Description: Once words are on the page or screen, the challenge becomes shaping them into clear, effective writing. The second class in this transformative series guides you through the core elements of stronger, more effective legal writing. We begin by identifying common missteps that can undermine written advocacy, then move to strategies for organizing content in ways that enhance clarity and persuasive impact. You will learn how to refine your writing for clarity and brevity — ensuring your message is logical, accessible, and easy for the reader to use — while eliminating unnecessary words without sacrificing meaning. The class also offers practical techniques for catching errors and identifying trouble spots before you finalize and send a document. Faculty: Rick Horowitz, Prime Prose LLC Series Fees: $239 D.C. Bar Litigation Community Members, $249 All Other D.C. Bar Communities Members, $258 D.C. Bar Members, $270 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $288 Others Individual Class Fees: $83 D.C. Bar Litigation Community Members, $93 All Other D.C. Bar Communities Members, $96 D.C. Bar Members, $100 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $106 Others * * * * * Exempt Organizations UpdateCourse Number:E20112610W Duration:7 hours Date: Friday, November 20, 2026 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM This program is not eligible for D.C. Bar CLE Passport use. Credits: 6.0 general credits Description: Stay current on the developments and compliance challenges shaping the tax-exempt organizations landscape with this comprehensive update. Through substantive discussions and case studies, our knowledgeable presenters examine evolving Internal Revenue Service requirements, governance concerns, reporting obligations, and risk-management issues affecting exempt organizations and their advisors. The program explores group exemptions, supporting organizations, charitable funding and fiscal sponsorships, related-organization governance, and Form 990 reporting, and excess benefit transactions. It concludes with a timely IRS update covering current priorities, compliance initiatives, enforcement developments, and emerging issues. Designed for attorneys who advise or represent tax-exempt organizations, as well as in-house counsel and other professionals responsible for nonprofit governance, tax, and compliance matters, this program provides timely guidance for identifying risks, addressing compliance challenges, and advising organizations in an evolving regulatory environment. Faculty: Eve R. Borenstein, Harmon, Curran, Spielberg & Eisenberg LLP; Jonathan Carter, Internal Revenue Service (invited); Stephen M. Clarke, Ernst & Young LLP; Jennifer A. Gniady, Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young LLP; Jennifer Becker Harris, Clark Nuber PS; Lara Kalwinski, John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, (invited) Elizabeth E. Krischner, Maher Duessel PC; Robert W. Malone, Internal Revenue Service; Preston Quesenberry, KPMG LLP; Stephanie N. Robbins, Harmon, Curran, Spielberg & Eisenberg LLP; and Megan Ryan, Clark Nuber PS Early Bird Fees: $0 Press and Government Employees and Officials and $85 All Others Regular Program Fees: $0 Press and Government Employees and Officials and $95 All Others. Late Registration Fees (After November 13, 2026): $0 Press and Government Employees and Officials and $120 All Others * * * * *
Distribution of Marital Assets in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and VirginiaCourse Number:E12112612W Duration:3 hours 15 minutes Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Monday, November 23, 2026 6:00 PM - 9:15 PM Credits: 3.0 general credits Description: Dividing marital property is often one of the most challenging aspects of family law, particularly when assets span multiple jurisdictions or involve complex financial interests. This comprehensive class provides attorneys with the practical knowledge needed to navigate property distribution issues in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Led by experienced family law practitioners, the class examines the similarities and differences among the three jurisdictions, including the classification and valuation of marital and separate property, equitable distribution principles, and the treatment of complex assets such as retirement benefits, stock options, deferred compensation, professional goodwill, and personal injury awards. The panel also explores key issues involving transmutation, marital debt, valuation methodologies, and jurisdiction-specific procedural considerations. Ideal for both new and experienced family law attorneys, this class delivers practical strategies and jurisdiction-specific guidance to help you effectively protect your clients' interests during property division and divorce proceedings. Faculty: Anne Marie Jackson, Feldman Jackson PC and Sarah E. Mancinelli, Ain & Bank PC Cosponsor: D.C. Bar Family Law Community Fees: $79 D.C. Bar Family Law Community Members, $89 All Other D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * Words That Cause Chaos!Course Number:E18112613W Original Program Date: Nov 30, 2026 Duration:1 hour Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date: Monday, November 30, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Credits: 1.0 general credit Description: In this engaging class, Professor Stuart Teicher explores “the words that cause chaos” – phrases and habits that undermine clarity and weaken your message. By identifying and eliminating these troublemakers, you’ll discover how to write with precision, power, and purpose. At the heart of the class is plain English writing – because clear communication not only boosts your effectiveness but also advances access to justice by making the law more understandable for everyone. Through a mix of lively lecture and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain practical tools to sharpen your writing, strengthen your voice, and ensure your message truly resonates. Faculty: Stuart I. Teicher, Georgetown University Law Center Fees: $49 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $59 D.C. Bar Members, $69 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $89 Others * * * * * Cryptocurrency in Criminal Cases and Civil LitigationCourse Number:E04122601W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM Credits: 2.0 general credits (Note: This class may qualify for technology credit in those jurisdictions having such a requirement.) Description: Once a niche concept, cryptocurrency has rapidly evolved into a transformative global force reshaping markets, technology, and the practice of law. This innovative class introduces attorneys to the legal and regulatory implications of cryptocurrency, offering a practical foundation for understanding this complex and fast-moving field. Designed for attorneys new to the world of digital assets, the class blends essential theory with real-world examples and tools to help you recognize, assess, and manage cryptocurrency-related issues across criminal, civil, and administrative contexts. Our dynamic panel discusses the following and more: - Crypto’s Expanding Influence
- Blockchain Basics
- Crypto Transactions and Storage
- Identifying and Tracing Crypto Assets
- Interacting with Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
Whether your practice touches criminal investigations, asset recovery, or regulatory compliance, this class equips you with the knowledge and practical insights needed to engage confidently with cryptocurrency-related issues and clients in the digital age. Faculty: Scott Armstrong, McGovern Weems PLLC and John Scanlon, Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP Fees: $79 Antitrust & Consumer Law Community Members, $89 Other D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * To Sign or Not to Sign: How to Evaluate a Nondisclosure Agreement Course Number:E09122612W Duration:1 hour 30 minutes Credits:1.5 General Date:Wednesday, December 2, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Credits: 1.5 general credits Description: Nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) are often among the first documents exchanged in a business transaction, hiring process, or startup formation, yet they are frequently signed without sufficient scrutiny. This new and practical class takes a clause-by-clause approach to reviewing and negotiating NDAs from the perspectives of both disclosing and receiving parties, helping you identify provisions that may create unintended risks for your clients. Our experienced presenter examines definitions of confidential information and purpose clauses; term, termination, survival, and return-or-destroy provisions; permitted disclosures; injunctive relief; governing law and jurisdiction; and amendments. The class also explores provisions that may not belong in an NDA, including liability, indemnification, nonsolicitation, and noncompetition terms. For employment-related agreements, the discussion addresses the National Labor Relations Board's decision in McLaren Macomb and its implications for confidentiality and nondisparagement provisions that may restrict employees' protected rights. The class further examines emerging provisions governing the use of confidential information with AI tools, including model training and data retention. Whether you advise businesses, startups, employers, employees, or parties to commercial transactions, you'll gain a structured approach to evaluating NDAs, identifying problematic provisions, and negotiating agreements that appropriately protect your clients' interests. Faculty: Ehteshamul Haque, Law Office of Ehteshamul Haque PLLC Fees: $39 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $49 D.C. Bar Members, $59 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $79 Others * * * * * AI and the D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct: Meeting Your Duties Under Ethics Opinion 388 (with ABA Formal Opinion 512) Course Number:E1112602W Duration:1 hour Credits:1 Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Thursday, December 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Credits: 1.0 ethics & professionalism credit Description: Generative AI is rapidly becoming part of everyday legal practice, but attorneys’ ethical obligations remain unchanged. In D.C. Bar Legal Ethics Op. 388 (2024), the Bar confirmed that existing duties — including competence, confidentiality, supervision, candor, and reasonable fees — apply directly to the use of AI tools. This new and practical class provides attorneys with a clear, vendor-neutral framework for using AI responsibly and in compliance with the D.C. Rules of Professional Conduct. Grounded in Opinion 388 and reinforced by A.B.A. Comm. on Ethics & Pro. Resp., Formal Op. 512 (2024), the class explores the ethical issues that arise when using AI in client matters and offers practical strategies for supervising AI-assisted work, protecting confidential information, documenting AI use, and recognizing common risk areas across a variety of practice settings. You will learn how to develop practical policies and recordkeeping practices that promote ethical compliance and withstand client or disciplinary scrutiny. Ideal for attorneys across all practice areas — from solo practitioners to law firm partners and in-house counsel — this class delivers the practical guidance needed to integrate AI into legal practice ethically, responsibly, and with confidence. Faculty: Rachel M. Clattenburg, Levy Firestone Muse LLP; Justin A. DiCharia, Levy Firestone Muse LLP Jared P. Marx, HWG LLP and Vernon Wharff, Statuant Fees: $39 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $49 D.C. Bar Members, $59 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $79 Others * * * * * Trade and Professional Associations: What You Need to Know About Antitrust Law Course Number:E03122603W Duration:1 hour Credits:1 General Date:Tuesday, December 8, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Credits 1.0 general credit Description: Nonprofit trade and professional associations play a key role in setting industry standards, advocating for members, providing certifications and credentials, and creating educational and networking opportunities. Yet tax-exempt status does not shield these organizations from antitrust scrutiny, and recent enforcement actions and litigation have placed renewed attention on association activities. In this popular class, our expert panel examines the antitrust risks facing trade and professional associations, including current enforcement and litigation trends and emerging compliance issues. The panel offers practical strategies for identifying potential concerns, mitigating risks, and navigating an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Ideal for attorneys who advise associations, as well as association executives and board members, this class provides valuable guidance for strengthening antitrust compliance while advancing an organization’s mission. Faculty: Brian E. Scarpelli, ACT | The App Association (Moderator); Randy Stutz, American Antitrust Institute; Jeffrey S. Tenenbaum, Tenenbaum Law Group PLLC; and Michael A. Warley, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP Fees: $39 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $49 D.C. Bar Members, $59 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $79 Others * * * * * Attorney-Client Privilege Trends and Developments (Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine Series) Course Number:E18122604W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Credits:2 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Wednesday, December 9, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM Credits: 2.0 general credits (Note: While this class may qualify for ethics and professionalism credit in some jurisdictions, it does not qualify for such credit for Virginia. Instead, it qualifies for 2.0 general credits for Virginia.) Series Description: Strengthen your understanding of two essential legal protections with this timely two-part series on attorney-client privilege and the work product doctrine. Through recent developments, real-world examples, and practical guidance, distinguished faculty examine the scope and application of each protection and provide strategies for avoiding waiver and safeguarding sensitive information in litigation, investigations, and corporate practice. Class Description: In this engaging and highly practical class on legal protections, our distinguished speaker provides a deep dive into attorney-client privilege, examining both the enduring principles and the most recent 2026 trends and case law developments. Through real-world illustrations and actionable guidance, this session helps you sharpen your understanding of how privilege operates in today’s complex legal environment. This class is designed for attorneys in every practice area, from litigators to in-house counsel, who want to protect their clients effectively and avoid costly privilege pitfalls. Whether you are handling corporate matters, regulatory inquiries, or litigation in state or federal court, this class provides the essential tools you need to navigate privilege with confidence. Faculty: Thomas E. Spahn, McGuireWoods LLP Series Fees: $148 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $168 D.C. Bar Members, $188 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $228 Others Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * Patent Law: A Year in Review 2026 (Intellectual Property Law Series – Part Two) Course Number:E15122606W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Credits:2 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Thursday, December 10, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM Credits: 2.0 general credits Series Description: Stay current on the developments shaping intellectual property practice with this timely two-part series. Our distinguished practitioners examine significant court decisions, regulatory developments, legislative activity, and emerging trends in copyright, trademark, and patent law, providing practical insights and strategies for navigating today’s evolving intellectual property landscape. Class Description: Stay at the forefront of patent law with this essential annual class examining the most significant developments shaping patent practice. Led by our esteemed presenter, the class reviews key decisions from the Supreme Court, Federal Circuit, and Patent Trial and Appeal Board, along with important U.S. Patent and Trademark Office developments and proposed legislation. Faculty explores evolving issues involving patentable subject matter, prior art, litigation defenses, trial practice, and inter partes review, while highlighting emerging trends and strategies for anticipating challenges and effectively advising clients. Ideal for patent litigators, in-house counsel, and attorneys whose practices involve patent issues, this class delivers the timely legal updates and strategic insights needed to navigate an increasingly complex landscape. Faculty: Patrick J. Coyne, Coyne Consulting PPLC Series Fees: $148 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $168 D.C. Bar Members, $188 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $228 Others Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * Managing Money Course Number:MM_121426 Date: Monday, December 14, 2026 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM A variety of fee agreements will be examined with the focus on the scope of representation, managing the fee, expenses and the earning mechanism established for the advance fee. In examples established by the fee agreement, an advance fee will be collected and deposited into the firm’s trust account. As time passes and work is performed, funds will be transferred from the trust account to the firm’s operating or business account as the fee is earned. Ledger entries will be demonstrated for all transactions. TrustBooks.com will be used to demonstrate fund management and the creation of client and account ledgers. The following client transactions will be explored: - Agreement for Initial Consultation
- Advance Flat Fee Representation for Client Charged with A Felony Criminal Offense
- Advance Flat Fee Representation for an Immigration Client
- Advance Hourly Fee Representation for a Civil Litigation Client
- Advance Flat Fee Representation for an Estate Planning Client
- A Contingency Fee Representation for an Injury Case
- An Availability Representation (Classic Engagement Retainer)
The course manual will be provided to registrants and should be read prior to the session. Once you have registered, please go to the Managing Money course in the "My Events" tab of your DC Bar account and download the digital materials. * * * * * Work Product Doctrine Trends and Developments (Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine Series - Part Two) Course Number:E18122607W Duration:2 hours 15 minutes Credits:2 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2026 10:00 AM - 12:15 PM Series Description: Strengthen your understanding of two essential legal protections with this timely two-part series on attorney-client privilege and the work product doctrine. Through recent developments, real-world examples, and practical guidance, distinguished faculty examine the scope and application of each protection and provide strategies for avoiding waiver and safeguarding sensitive information in litigation, investigations, and corporate practice. Class Description: The work product doctrine provides critical protection for materials prepared in anticipation of litigation, but determining when and how that protection applies can present challenging questions. In this comprehensive and insightful class, our distinguished presenter examines the doctrine’s core principles alongside recent trends, significant legal developments, and emerging issues. The class explores the “litigation,” “anticipation,” and “motivation” elements of work product protection, common misconceptions about the doctrine’s scope, and the evidence courts consider when evaluating claims. Through real-world examples, you’ll also learn strategies for maximizing protection, avoiding inadvertent waiver, identifying materials that fall outside the doctrine, and managing work product issues arising before, during, and after internal corporate investigations. Attorneys across practice areas will gain valuable guidance for navigating work product issues in state and federal practice. Faculty: Thomas E. Spahn, McGuireWoods LLP Series Fees: $148 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $168 D.C. Bar Members, $188 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $228 Others Individual Class Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others If you are attending a class in person, we encourage you to bring a device or download the materials prior to class as we will not be providing hard copies. * * * * * Objection! Mastering Evidentiary Challenges in D.C. Courts Course Number:E18122610W Credits:2 General Passport:This product is Passport Eligible Date:Wednesday, December 16, 2026 6:00 PM - 8:15 PM Description: Making and responding to objections is one of the most important skills in any trial or hearing. This highly interactive class focuses on practice in the District of Columbia courts and helps litigators sharpen their ability to recognize evidentiary issues, make effective objections, and respond strategically when opposing counsel objects. Led by distinguished litigators, the class examines objections involving the form of questions, documents, hearsay, expert testimony, impeachment, and inadequate foundations, as well as objections during opening statements and closing arguments and pretrial challenges through motions in limine. Through an interactive format, the panel puts your knowledge to the test and gives you the opportunity to practice objection skills in real time. Whether you are an experienced litigator or newer to the courtroom, this engaging class provides valuable strategies for making faster, more confident decisions when evidentiary issues arise. While the class emphasizes D.C. court practice, litigators in other jurisdictions may also find the discussion and techniques useful. Faculty: Matthew Dobson, Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia and Barbara Hirsch, Johns Hopkins Health System Fees: $89 D.C. Bar Communities Members, $99 D.C. Bar Members, $109 Government and Nonprofit Attorneys, and $129 Others * * * * * | 