MCLE Opportunities

SAVE THE DATE as we resume in-person seminars.  We can’t wait to see you all again.  Topics will include a presentation on Ethics, Case Updates and more to be determined.  A total of 5-hours MCLE to be provided.

Join us at the beautiful California Endowment Conference Center in downtown Los Angeles.

Easy freeway access and plenty of free parking.

Online Via Zoom

CACJ presents: “Navigating the New Horizons in Defense Law,” which will explore the latest developments and critical issues in appellate practice. Our esteemed speakers will provide insights into recent cases, legislative changes, and pressing legal topics that shape the defense landscape.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your appellate practice skills and stay informed about the latest developments in defense law. Register now to secure your spot at this must-attend virtual seminar.

*Approved for 5.25 participatory hours from the LIVE Webinar + 3.0 participatory hours from the On Demand Webinars.  Credits include General, Specialization, and 2.0 Elimination of Bias hours.

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Online via Zoom

Presented by CAP-LA dependency staff attorneys Pamela Tripp and Andre Toscano

This seminar is available to dependency panel attorneys from all five projects.  Further details and registration information to follow soon.

*One hour of MCLE credit is offered.

Questions about registration? Contact Bridget@lacap.com.

This presentation is open to all panel members.

Online via Zoom

Hosted by CCAP and SDAP.  Learn about adverse consequences and hopefully answer some questions such as “what is an adverse consequence?” and “what should appellate counsel do when we find one?”

*Approved for 1.5 hours of General MCLE credit.

The presentation will be available virtually and the link will be made available shortly before the presentation.  The seminar will be recorded and posted on CCAP’s website for later viewing and self-study MCLE credit.

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Unless otherwise noted these trainings are intended for criminal defense team members only, including attorneys, investigators, social workers, paralegals, mitigation specialists, law office professionals, and other job roles on defense teams.

10/7 – Mental Health & the RJA
Dr. SHAWN AGHARKAR
*1 hour of technology MCLE Credit is offered for this training*
12:10 PM – 1:30 PM   Zoom Registration Link

10/16 – Ethics for Investigators, Paralegals and Social Workers
AL MENASTER, Head Deputy, LA County Public Defender’s Office Appellate Branch
*1 hour of MCLE and Legal Specialization Credit is offered for this training*
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM  Registration Form

10/18 – Anticipating Risks and Value That Come with Possible AI Uses in Public Defense
ALEX CHOHLAS-WOOD, Assistant Professor, New York University (NYU)
*1 hour of MCLE and Legal Specialization Credit is offered for this training*
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM  Zoom Registration Link

“OSPD is excited to open a new on-demand course on the Racial Justice Act. You will learn all the basics, refresh your knowledge, and stay up to date on RJA developments! These videos and written materials have been collected from around the state and are meant to help practitioners regardless of their experience in litigating the RJA.”

*Participants are able to receive MCLE Self Study and Specialty Credit for their hours working on the course (up to 10-hours).

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