Continuing Legal Education Tracks
Advocacy & Litigation: This track will explore trending litigation topics. The track will offer a series of CLE presentations related to advocacy and litigation topics, which may include court and arbitration operations and proceedings; pre-litigation risk-assessment strategies; discovery and trial procedure and tactics; mediation and trial; and other major trending litigation matters, all specifically designed to impart critical, cutting-edge knowledge and skills to litigation practitioners or in-house counsel managing litigation. Whether you are working in big law, a small firm or are a solo practitioner, in the public or private sector, learn how to sharpen your litigation skills with the HNBA.
Hot Button Issues for 2023 and Beyond: This track will explore the emerging trends that have transformed the practice of law across all industries and sectors and the legal issues and practice areas that have come to the forefront. Topics that will be addressed include immigration; corporate law; voting rights; labor and employment; and many others.
Career Development: This track will focus on the development of young and seasoned attorneys, including how to be a successful summer law clerk, a successful young attorney, a successful seasoned attorney seeking to become a partner or go in-house, or a successful Partner. This track will also focus on both bettering your existing career opportunities, transitioning careers and exploring new career paths, including academia, the government, judgeships and other opportunities.
Lawyering & Wellness: This track will focus on the knowledge and resources necessary to become happier, healthier, and ultimately more prosperous lawyers by improving productivity, navigating the demands of your legal practice, ethics and reducing stress. The track will examine issues related to work-life balance; maintaining physical and mental wellness; mindful lawyering; maintaining integrity in your practice; professional and personal networking; and more – all with a view towards preparing participants for achieving or maintaining the status of a successful lawyer whether you are a young or a seasoned lawyer.
The Deadline to Apply is Friday, June 16, 2023.
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POLICIES AND CODE OF CONDUCT
REGISTRATION POLICY:
Please note that you are not considered registered until registration payment is received. Payment must be sent no later than 2 weeks from submitting this registration. If we do not receive payment in 2 weeks, your registration will be removed and you will no longer be considered as “registered” at that specific rate.
REFUND POLICY:
If you are unable to attend AC2023, you must cancel your registration no later than 11:59 pm ET on Thursday, August 17, 2023. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to Erika Lopez-Tello, HNBA Director of Operations, at elopeztello@hnba.com. Cancellations received on or before the deadline above will be reimbursed fully minus a $95 administrative fee. Cancellations received after Thursday, August 17, 2023, will not be eligible for a refund.
- Failure to attend AC2023 shall not entitle you to receive any refund or credit.
- Your notice of cancellation of registration does not otherwise affect or alter your hotel and travel arrangements and you remain solely responsible for the costs of your hotel and travel reservations, including applicable cancellation charges.
SUBSTITUTION POLICY:
All substitutions must be submitted in writing to Erika Lopez-Tello, HNBA Director of Operations, at elopeztello@hnba.com.
COVID-19 POLICY & WAIVER:
Attendance at the in-person AC2023 shall be at your own risk. All attendees understand that vaccination against the COVID-19 virus will be left to individual attendees. HNBA/VIA makes no representations or warranties with respect to the vaccination status of those in attendance. HNBA/VIA will use best efforts to comply with all applicable rules and regulations. Please refer to the HNBA/VIA COVID-19 Participation Policy & Waiver HERE.
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HNBA/VIA is committed to safeguarding your non-public personal information (“Personal Information”). The Personal Information you disclose on this registration form will be kept confidential and will only be used by HNBA/VIA to provide you with relevant information on our products and services, unless you consent otherwise.
HNBA/VIA ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY AND CODE OF CONDUCT
The Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, national organization that values fairness, equality, respect for the law, and high standards of integrity, honor, and professional courtesy among its members and within the legal community. The HNBA VIA (“Vision in Action”) Fund is the HNBA’s 503(c)(3) charitable and programmatic arm. The HNBA/VIA joint enterprise strives to create a professional environment for all, and to build a community free of harassment and discrimination. HNBA/VIA seeks to have its members, volunteers, guests, and employees treat all individuals with dignity by upholding the values of fairness, equality, and respect for the rights of others. These values are expressed in the way HNBA/VIA members, volunteers, guests, and employees conduct themselves. Click here to read HNBA/VIA’s Anti-Harassment Policy and Code of Conduct in its entirety.
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The 2023 HNBA Annual Convention is a joint enterprise with
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FAQs
May I present virtually?
All moderator and panelist presentations are in person only.
May I add or remove panelists without first seeking approval?
All requests to add or remove panelists must be submitted to and approved by the HNBA.
May I submit more than one PowerPoint?
Only one PowerPoint per CLE is permitted.
May I update my PowerPoint after the initial submission?
Yes, it can be updated but specific details as to the deadline will be provided after your CLE is accepted.
Are panelist and moderator travel costs covered?
No, travel, lodging, and food costs are not covered or reimbursed. The HNBA will provide complimentary day pass for the day of the CLE only.
May I submit different documents than those requested?
No, there are no exceptions. All documents requested must be submitted as one PDF in accordance with the instructions.
If I do not submit my packet consistent with the requirements, will it be accepted?
No, the packet will be returned and you be asked to submit consistent with the instructions. Noncompliance could potentially result in the CLE being removed from agenda and replaced.
Do I get to pick the date and time of my panel?
Once your CLE has been selected, you will be informed of the date and time allotted for your CLE. If there are any issues with this date and time, contact the CLE coordinator immediately.
Who is responsible for providing the final PPT file on the day of your presentation?
The moderator is responsible for bringing the final PPT file on a thumb drive or otherwise be able to access it electronically.
Will my CLE presentation be taped or recorded?
No, sessions will not be recorded.