Name: Dirty Money: Ethical Risks in Legal Practice
Price: 99 USD
Rating: 4 (37 reviews)

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand lawyers' obligations in preventing money laundering and terrorist financing

check_circleNavigate confidentiality rules and disclosure requirements in legal practice

check_circleIdentify and manage complex client relationships and potential conflicts of interest

check_circleComply with Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) requirements

check_circleApply ethical considerations in representing organizations and multiple parties

check_circleDevelop strategies for maintaining client confidentiality while meeting legal obligations

About This Course

This course explores the ethical risks lawyers face when managing client funds in trust accounts, emphasizing the importance of maintaining financial integrity and adhering to stringent legal and ethical standards.

The course will cover a range of topics, including:

Fundamentals of trust account management, including the types of trust accounts, their purpose, and the regulations governing their use.
Ethical considerations for handling client funds, including proper deposit practices, timely disbursements, and record keeping.
Practical guidance on managing trust accounts effectively, including setting up controls, reconciling statements, and dealing with unclaimed funds.
The unique challenges of managing trust accounts in the digital age, including electronic transfers, online banking, and cybersecurity.
Consequences of mishandling trust funds, including disciplinary actions, legal penalties, and potential damage to a lawyer's reputation.

By mastering these concepts, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the ethical complexities surrounding trust accounts and develop the skills to manage client funds responsibly and effectively.

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CLE for Me

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CLE for Me provides innovative, accessible, and engaging Continuing Legal Education designed to meet the needs of today’s busy legal professionals. With a focus on practical insights, emerging trends, and compliance requirements, we deliver courses that are as impactful as they are convenient. Our expert-led programs empower attorneys to stay informed, enhance their skills, and excel in their practice—all at their own pace.

Kelli Richardson

Staff Attorney for Cherokee County Court System

Kelli Richardson is a graduate from Emory University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Journalism. She earned her Juris Doctorate from Mercer University School of Law with a certificate in Advanced Legal Research, Writing, and Drafting. Kelli Richardson is a member of the Young Lawyers Division of the Georgia Bar Association, the Georgia Association of Black Women Attorneys, the Cherokee County Bar Association, Junior League, and Gates City Bar Association.

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