The TBA’s Tort & Insurance Section will hold a webcast on Best Practices in Premises Liability next month. The program, set for Dec. 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CST, will focus on Tennessee and federal court opinions. While many equate premises liability with “slip, dip and trip" accident claims, case law on the issue goes beyond this stereotype. Join Holland Matthews with The Matthews Firm in Columbia and Parke Morris with Parke Morris & Associates in Memphis to learn more about these cases.

Make plans now to attend the Appellate Section’s one-hour webcast “The Ins and Outs and Do’s and Don’ts of Appellate Work” on Nov. 29 from noon to 1 p.m. CST. The program will feature a panel of judges who will offer tips about practicing in appellate court, including how to develop and present persuasive arguments, the do's and don'ts of oral arguments, characteristics of a strong brief, and missteps to avoid. Judges confirmed include Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Jeffrey Bivins, Court of Appeals judges Kristi Davis and W. Neal McBrayer and Court of Criminal Appeals Judge John Campbell.

The TBA Law Tech Lunch & Learn Series will hit the road this winter across Tennessee with a kick off session in Knoxville on Dec. 15 from noon to 2:15 p.m. EST at Lewis Thomason, 620 Market St., 5th Floor, Knoxville 37902. The program will feature discussions and presentations on the various types of cybersecurity attacks and how to respond to ransomware and data breaches. Registration will begin at 11:30 a.m. Make plans now to join us as the Lunch & Learn Series travels to Nashville in February and Memphis in March. Find out more about the Knoxville session and register.

This year's Hot Topics in Real Estate will take place virtually on Nov. 10, allowing you to learn from the comfort of your home or office. The program, produced in cooperation with the Tennessee Land Title Association, is a staple for Tennessee dirt lawyers, designed to keep you on the cutting edge of developments in your practice. This year's program starts at 9 a.m. CST and provides 1 hour of dual credit and 4.75 hours of general credit.

Although the Tennessee Rules of Professional Conduct only briefly mention “zealous representation,” clients, courts and disciplinary authorities often expect and demand it. This three-hour webcast will look at the ethics and malpractice risks when “zealous” representation crosses the line. Learn more or register here.

Make plans now to attend the annual TBA Health Law Primer and Health Law Forum CLE programs this Wednesday followed by the forum on Thursday and Friday. The primer is designed for those new to health practice and will provide an introduction to the U.S. health care system, issues of fraud and abuse, provider licensing and employment and contracting. The two-day forum will dig deeper into topics such as The False Claims Act, telehealth, antitrust, artificial intelligence and legislative developments. A block of hotel rooms is reserved for those traveling to the event. Get details at the links above.

Public speaking is a core leadership skill and in today’s business environment, attorneys are expected to be comfortable with everything from moderating a panel discussion to leading a virtual meeting. Mimi Bliss of Bliss Communications has updated her highly-rated CLE on virtual presentations to cover a range of professional situations, from virtual courtrooms to professional conferences, panel discussions and informal communications. In this on-demand workshop, you’ll learn how to sharpen your message; engage your audience; master the virtual presentation, including technology tools, lighting and set-up; and use voice, gestures and eye contact to speak effectively. Attorneys who participated in last year’s workshop said the speaking tips were actionable and relevant to lawyers. Join us online Nov. 15 from noon to 1 p.m. CST for this CLE and receive one dual credit hour.

Environmental lawyers across the state rely on this annual program from the TBA Environmental Law Section to keep them up to date on timely topics relevant to the practice area. Government, in-house and private practice attorneys will discuss new regulations, ethics, case law updates and more. Do not miss this opportunity to learn from seasoned practitioners while networking with colleagues from across the state. This year’s forum will be Dec. 1 at the offices of Baker Donelson in Nashville. Beginning at 10 a.m. CST, it will provide one hour of dual credit and four hours of general credit.

Make plans now to join colleagues on Nov. 30 for the second annual "Raising the Bar" program. Produced by the TBA Women in the Profession Committee, this year’s program will focus on advocating for one’s own and others’ career growth. Sessions will cover how to effectively solicit raises and project assignments, receive credit for work done, and make partner. A second session will explore the barriers impacting diverse women in the legal industry and best practices for overcoming those challenges. And for those on the back end of their career, the program will wrap up with a session on the financial aspects of preparing for retirement and maintaining work-life balance while transitioning to retirement. A networking reception will follow the program from 4:15-6 p.m. CST.

Make plans now to attend the TBA’s 2023 Administrative Law Forum Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CST at Burr & Forman, 222 Second Ave. Ste. 2000, Nashville 37201. The program is a staple for Tennessee administrative lawyers. Topics for this year's forum include updates on legislative and case law, administrative rules and ethics. Thanks to Jonathan Fly, administrative judge for the Tennessee Department of Human Services, for producing this program. Find out more and register.