Next week, the TBA will host two webcast replays of sessions from its Conference on AI & the Law. “AI Use in Legal Practice,” set for noon CST on Feb. 23, will feature Oliver Roberts of Holtzman Vogel in Nashville offering a practical look at how lawyers and judges are using artificial intelligence tools for research, drafting, timekeeping and workflow automation. A second program, “The State of the State of AI,” on Feb. 24 at noon CST will be led by A.J. Bahou of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings in Nashville. It will provide an overview of AI developments in the legal industry, including state and federal legislation, AI governance and recent litigation involving the technology.

This week, the TBA will offer two webcast replays from last year's “Raising the Bar” program. On Feb. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. CST, “Using Your Legal Skills to Do Good in the Community (And for Yourself)” will explore how attorneys can apply their legal skills through community service and board involvement while also strengthening their professional networks and careers. Then on Feb. 20, from noon to 1 p.m. CST, “Expanding Your Practice or Portfolio” will feature Brentwood lawyer Rebecca Blair discussing the process of becoming a Rule 31–listed mediator and building a mediation practice. Memphis lawyer Psonya Hackett also will outline the pathway to becoming a certified divorce coach as well as strategies for developing a sustainable coaching business.

This webcast replay on Feb. 18 at noon CST will offer valuable insights into enhancing digital presence and improving customer engagement for legal professionals. Adriana Linares from LawTech Partners covers topics such as case management, client portals, document management, financial management, timekeeping, billing and security. Originally presented as part of the TBA's Raising the Bar program, the presentation is designed to help lawyers streamline their workflows, reduce stress and improve overall efficiency. Register on the TBA's website.

The TBA on Feb. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. CST will host a webcast replay focused on developing and sustaining a book of business, a key skill for lawyers seeking professional independence and long-term success. The program will feature a panel of attorneys sharing practical strategies for attracting and retaining clients, building professional relationships, and positioning oneself as a trusted resource in your practice areas. Panelists include Heidi A. Barcus of Lewis Thomason in Knoxville, Dixie W. Cooper of Cumberland Litigation PLLC in Brentwood and Johnika Everhart of Geeter Law Office PLLC in Chattanooga. The session also will address aligning business development efforts with personal values and career goals. Visit the TBA website for more information and to register.

The TBA will host a webcast replay of “Raising the Bar: The Unconventional JD — Exploring Alternative Legal Career Paths” on Feb. 16 from noon to 1 p.m. CST, featuring a panel of attorneys who have built careers beyond the traditional law firm model. Panelists include Meera Ballal, founder of Women’s Healthcare Initiative in Nashville; Julie Bennett, executive vice president, chief legal and governance officer and corporate secretary for Ballad Health in Johnson City; and Sara Beth Myers, deputy general counsel for the Southern Poverty Law Center in Nashville. The program will explore career paths in nonprofit leadership, advocacy and policy, in-house counsel roles, government representation, board service, and entrepreneurship, while offering guidance on navigating a legal market that increasingly values flexible and diverse skill sets. To register visit the TBA website. 

True crime doesn't just happen in dark alleys and abandoned warehouses. It also happens in conference rooms and courthouses. And when it's lawyers who perpetrate those crimes, they have another problem: ethics issues. Nationally renowned educator Stuart Teicher explores bad barrister behavior and the ethics lessons that lie beneath. Teicher will talk about real missteps committed by actual lawyers, explore why lawyers make bad decisions and the ethics lessons for everyone. Visit the TBA website to register for this one-hour webinar on Feb. 12 beginning at noon CST.

The 2026 Estate Planning & Probate Forum will take place at the Marriott Cool Springs in Franklin on March 6. This event provides seven hours of CLE, including one hour of dual credit, and offers sessions on litigation and estate planning, public receivership, a probate panel and a legislative update. Speakers include Section Chair Robert Malin, Rebecca Blair, Chancellor William Cole, Arthur Cook, Jennifer Exum, Donald Farinato, General Sessions Court Judge Toby Gilley, Zachary Glaser, Lisa Helton, Robin Miller, David Parsons, Al Secor, Andrea Sinclair, Jared Smith and Ashley Stearns. Section members receive discounted registration. Get more information and register on the TBA's website.

In honor of the upcoming March Madness extravaganza, TBA brings you a breakdown of the ways in which college mascots represent their schools with pride, loyalty and unwavering standards — qualities every attorney should embody. Professional legal educator Stuart Teicher — “The CLE Performer” — reveals how these iconic figures demonstrate core principles of legal ethics. From the tiger's protective instincts to the eagle's soaring integrity, mascots show us what it means to represent something bigger than yourself while maintaining consistent character, both in the spotlight and behind the scenes. The webcast will air Feb. 6 from noon to 1 p.m. CST. Can't make that time? The program also is available on demand. Learn more and register on the TBA website.

The TBA will host the Federal Practice Forum 2026 on July 14 as a live virtual event, with programming scheduled from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CDT. Additional details about the forum and its agenda will be coming soon on the TBA website.

Save the date for the TBA's 2026 Dispute Resolution Forum set for May 7. This year's program will be presented as a live virtual event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT. Register now or watch for more details coming soon on the TBA website. Dispute Resolution Section members received discounted registration. Not a member yet? Get started here.