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2021 Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter Ethics Symposium

This annual CLE provides all the professional conduct hours you need, plus teaches trending topics and current caselaw!

8:30 – 8:45 Introductory Remarks

8:45 – 9:15 Recent Developments: Advisory Opinions and Attorney Discipline
• New Advisory Opinions Published in 2021
• Trends and Forecasts in Attorney Discipline
Presenter: Shana DeMooy, Esq., Associate, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

9:15 – 9:45 Decision Points: A Review of Recent Ethics Rulings
• Case Law Update 2021
• Common Ethical Pitfalls to Avoid
• Key 2021 Cases that Underscore Ethical Obligations Under ORPC
Presenter: Chris Weber, Esq., Managing Director, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

9:45 – 10:45 Ethics in a Social Media World
• A Guide to Ethical Usage of Social Media
• ORPC Rule 7.1: Attorney Advertising and Social Media
• The Attorney/Client Relationship and Social Media
• Confidentiality and Social Media
• Common Social Media Sites and Ethical Problems They Pose
• Case Specifics: Examples of Errors Lawyers Have Made
Presenter: Jason Beehler, Esq., Director, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

10:45 – 11:00 BREAK

11:00 – 11:30 Oh, $h*t! I Got a Grievance!
• An Overview of the Ohio Disciplinary Process: Gov. Bar Rule V
• Step-By-Step Explanation of the Process of Filing a Grievance
• The Specific Process: What Happens Once a Grievance is Filed?
Presenter: Shana DeMooy, Esq., Associate, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

11:30 – 12:00 Ethical Responsibilities Regarding Non-Lawyer Assistants
• ORPC Rules Dealing With Non-Lawyer Assistants
• What Actions Constitution Appropriate Instruction and Supervision?
• Ethical Aspects of Employment of Non-Attorney Professionals
Presenter: Chris Weber, Esq., Managing Director, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

3.0 Prof. Conduct CLE Hours