Real Property Law Institute Series: The Ethics of Efficiency: Maintaining Accuracy and Accountability in the AI-Age 

You asked for shorter programs without sacrificing substance — and we listened.

We’re excited to introduce a new format for our annual Real Property Law Institute that delivers the same high-quality content, practical insights, and expert perspectives you value, now offered in convenient one-hour sessions. Join us for focused, flexible learning designed to fit your schedule while still providing the depth and relevance you expect.

In this session we’ll discuss the importance of maintaining accuracy in our legal work when faced with modern technological temptations to increase efficiency, such as AI programs.  

• Overview of the ethical implications of using AI,
• Whether and when to obtain client consent for the use of AI,
• Understanding court and bar rules surrounding the use of AI
• How AI and the practice of law in the digital age present a slippery slope to engaging in the unauthorized practice of law or in an area beyond your particular skill set as a practitioner
• Best practices regarding the use AI tools and maintaining ethical guardrails in a modern-day legal practice.

Speaker:

Heather Lee, Esq. focuses her practice on defending clients facing government investigations and enforcement actions. Heather regularly defends clients facing a broad range of criminal charges and regulatory enforcement actions by state and federal regulators, including the Department of Justice, the PCAOB, the SEC, and states’ attorneys general. Heather also maintains a robust commercial litigation practice. In that regard, Heather represents clients in federal and state courts and before arbitration tribunals in pursuing or defending claims against business adversaries. She also handles appeals before state and federal appellate courts. Heather’s clients particularly appreciate her pragmatic advice and understanding of the realities of their businesses. Heather chairs the AI working group for Foley & Lardner’s securities enforcement and litigation and government enforcement defense and investigations practice groups. 

1.0 CLE Professional Conduct Hour

This CLE will be offered as a live interactive webinar held via Zoom. Login to the website and click the "Register" button to register. You will receive a confirmation email from Zoom containing information about joining the CLE.

You must use your unique link on a desktop/laptop in order to receive CLE credit.