TBA Young Lawyers Division’s Rookie Series will be back next month with a new installment. Join colleagues on Dec. 13 for Personal Injury Law Part 2. The live one-hour webcast will start at noon CST and provide insights into handling more difficult personal injury cases. Topics include complex liability scenarios, strategies for catastrophic injury claims, and advanced litigation techniques such as motions in limine, effective deposition strategies and expert witness challenges. The program will wrap up with a session on navigating difficult negotiations while maintaining professional integrity. Those who missed Personal Injury Law Part 1 can catch up here.

The TBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) is sponsoring a webcast on Nov. 21 beginning at noon CST titled "What Attorneys Must Know About Secondary and Vicarious Trauma." A panel of speakers will explore how exposure to the traumatic experiences of clients can affect lawyers' mental health and overall well-being. Panelists also will share ways attorneys can safeguard their mental health and support colleagues. Speakers include S. Chris Troutt, CEO of the Papillon Center; psychotherapist and behavioral health executive Lindsey O'Connell; and clinical psychologist Dr. Brynda Quinn. YLD member Patrick Morrison will moderate the discussion. 

Produced by the TBA Women in the Profession Committee, the third annual Raising the Bar program will be held Dec. 4 at Baker Donelson's Nashville offices. Attendees will hear from a full roster of speakers and enjoy opportunities to network during breakfast and a reception after the program. This year's Raising the Bar CLE will address ways to successfully tackle personal and professional life transitions. The program will kick off with keynote speaker Megan Barry, who will discuss her new book 'It's What You Do Next: The Fall and Rise of Nashville's First Female Mayor.' The next two sessions will focus on personal and professional life transitions for attorneys and feature panelists such as Chancellor Anne Martin, former Judge Bernice Donald, former Chancellor Ellen Lyle, Casey Duhart, Paul Ney and Kisha Cheeks Rucker. The program will wrap up with a session on career development, including ways to advocate for professional advancement.

Just in time for Veterans Day, the TBA's "General Introduction to the Practice of Veterans Law" program is now available on demand. The CLE program for attorneys interested in representing veterans covers topics such as Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claims procedures, eligibility for benefits and appeals processes. The program features presentations by experts from the VA Office of General Counsel and a VA accredited practice. For more information about the program visit TBA’s website.

The 2024 Creditors Practice Forum will take place in person in Nashville on Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. CST. The event will be held at the Tennessee Bankers Association, 211 Athens Way, Nashville 37228. This year’s forum will feature a case law update, a review of the Davidson County Local Rules of Court and more. Three general and one dual CLE credits are available. Creditors Practice Section members enjoy discounted registration and other benefits. Not a section member? Join here.

The TBA's 2024 Environmental Law Forum will take place Nov. 15 at the Nashville office of Butler Snow. This staple for Tennessee environmental lawyers features government, in-house and private practice attorneys discussing timely topics affecting the practice area. Sessions at this year’s event include endangered species litigation, underground storage tanks, drinking water, Chevron, ethics and more. Do not miss this opportunity to earn CLE while networking with colleagues from across the state. Environmental Law Section members receive discount pricing. Not a member of the section? Join here.

With November in full swing, there are still plenty of opportunities for attorneys to fulfill the CLE requirements before the year ends. The TBA offers a variety of CLE programs throughout the year to help attorneys stay up-to-date on the latest legal developments. The TBA's website provides a detailed catalog of the upcoming CLE events, ranging from in-person seminars to online webcasts.

The TBA will host an Essential Presentation Skills for Attorneys webcast on Nov. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. CST to help attorneys improve their public speaking skills. Led by Mimi Bliss of Bliss Communications, the workshop will cover techniques for virtual and in-person presentations, including storytelling, data visualization and effective use of voice and body language. For more information and to register, visit TBA’s website.

Join your colleagues on Dec. 3 for the webcast "Making 'Difficult Communications' Less Difficult: Best Practices and Strategies for Success" from 3-4 p.m. CST. This presentation examines the five barriers to healthy communications and provides strategies for addressing each. It also identifies the most common communication mistakes employers make. Presenters will provide tips for individuals to become better communicators and explore de-escalation techniques. Learn more and register here.

There is still time to sign up for this week’s Topgolf Estate Planning Tee-off! Topics to be covered include trust modifications, during which presenters will explore nonjudicial settlement agreements and decanting, along with the benefits and pitfalls of each. Other topics include tax considerations for estate plans and the Corporate Transparency Act. This unique event provides attendees with planning essentials and a chance to earn CLE, as well as fine-tune their golf game. The tee-off is a great team building opportunity and offers practical information for those entering the practice or brushing up on basics. Learn more and register here.