The TBA Intellectual Property Section will host its April installment of the IP webcast series on April 10 from 11 a.m. to noon CDT. The webcast will offer a comprehensive overview of the legal and business considerations surrounding influencer marketing, covering topics such as influencer classifications, FTC compliance requirements, influencer agreements and brand protection strategies. Real-world case studies will be used to illustrate common legal pitfalls such as liability for misleading endorsements and intellectual property infringement. Finally, the program will emphasize the importance of drafting clear contracts and monitoring protocols, and will provide practical drafting tips to mitigate reputational and regulatory risks. Intellectual Property Section members save on registration costs. Not a member? Join now!

The TBA Corporate Counsel Section will hold its annual forum virtually on March 28. The event, which will run from 9 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. CDT, will include sessions on the complexities of attorney/client privilege for in-house counsel, an employment law update, a Supreme Court update and a look at how AI can impact contract negotiations. Speakers include Nashville lawyer Jeb Gerth with Epstein Becker Green, Alex Koskey and Matthew White with Baker Donelson, Zach Kisber with Mid-America Apartment Communities, Preston Battle with Baker Donelson, and University of Tennessee professor Hemant Sharma. Section members receive discounts on registration costs. Not a member yet? Join here.

The TBA Litigation Section will continue its "Perspectives from the Bench" series with Tennessee Supreme Court Justices Sarah Campbell and Mary Wagner at the offices of Miller & Martin in Chattanooga on June 5. Moderated by attorneys Mary Taylor Gallagher and Zac Greene, the panel will discuss each justice's path to the bench, the importance of mentors, the manner in which the justices interact, the importance of the Rule of Law in our society and more. Join your colleagues for a reception following the event. Get more information and register here.

The TBA’s Immigration Section will host a one-hour webcast on March 31 exploring what attorneys need to know in this period of enhanced immigration enforcement to counsel clients and be on the look out for notario fraud, which can be prevalent in immigrant communities. Make plans now to join Edith Johnson with Catholic Charities of East Tennessee in Knoxville to learn more. The webcast will run from noon to 1 p.m. CDT. Immigration Section members get registration discounts. Not a section member? Join here.

The TBA will host the next installment of its IP Webcast Series on March 19 from 11 a.m. to noon CDT. The webcast will focus on the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on prior art and its implications for patent law. The course also will look at the future of AI-generated disclosures. For more information and to register visit the TBA website. Intellectual Property Section members save on registration costs. Not a member? Join now!

The TBA will host the “Applying for Clemency in Tennessee: Process and Practical Tips” webcast on March 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. CDT. The event will feature a panel discussion on the clemency process, offering practical guidance and key considerations for those seeking clemency in the state. For registration, speaker details and the agenda, visit the TBA website.

The Intellectual Property Webcast Series 2025: From FTC to ROI will take place on April 10 from 11 a.m. to noon CDT. This online event will cover key topics in intellectual property, with more details to be announced soon on the TBA website.

Elder Law Basics 2025, a virtual CLE program designed for attorneys new to elder law or seeking a refresher, will take place on April 10 from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. CDT. The program will cover key aspects of elder law, with experienced practitioners providing insights on recent developments and best practices. Registrants will receive connection details and course materials the week of the event. For information and to register visit the TBA website.

The TBA Young Lawyers Division will host a new installment in its Rookie Series on April 4 at noon CDT. "Beyond the Courtroom: Exploring Different Career Paths with a Law Degree" will feature a panel of young attorneys who are shaping their careers in fields beyond the courtroom. From in-house counsel and lobbying, to sitting on the bench as a judge and working in academia, panelists in a variety of fields will offer insights into the wide range of opportunities available to law students and young attorneys. The program is free for all TBA members. CLE credit is available for a fee of $50. Get more information and register.

The TBA Corporate Counsel Section will hold its annual forum virtually on March 28. The event, which will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT, will include sessions on the complexities of attorney/client privilege for in-house counsel, an employment law update, a Supreme Court update and a look at how AI can impact contract negotiations. Participants include Nashville lawyer John Edwin Gerth with Epstein Becker Green, Atlanta lawyer Alex Koskey and Memphis lawyer Matthew White with Baker Donelson, and University of Tennessee professor Hemant Sharma. Section members receive discounts on registration costs. Not a member yet? Join here.