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WyoLawPodInsights From the Bench with Judge Melissa Owens2024-05-011h 14WyoLawPodMindfulness Why and How with Devon O’ConnellTime Schedule: 120 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:IntroductionGuided MeditationIntroduction to Mindfulness and MeditationDiligent (Active and Fully Engaged)Prompt and Mindful Can it Be DoneMindfulness and ObjectivityZealous Advocacy and MindfulnessBeginning A Mindfulness PracticeStarting with YogaFinding a Meditative PracticeTools that HelpInstructor Devon O’Connell, Esq. BioMember and Owner Pence and MacmillanJudicial Nominating CommissionCertified and Trained MediatorCertified Yoga Instructor (RYT 500)Past President of the...2023-04-281h 56WyoLawPodEthics in Mediation with Hon. Michael J. SullivanTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:IntroductionMediator Duty of CompetencyBalancing Zealous Advocacy and Working Towards ResolutionDo Mediators Give Legal AdviceDoes a Client Have the Right to Make a Stupid DecisionGood Faith in MediationCommunications with Parties and AttorneysInstructor Hon. Michael J. Sullivan, Esq. BioPartner Brow, Drew, Massey & SullivanGovernor of Wyoming 1986 & 1990Instructor Harvard Kennedy School Institute of PoliticsUS Ambassador to Ireland 1998-2001MediatorServiceChairman of the National County Hospital BoardChairman of the Wyoming Board of Bar ExaminersChairman of the Western Governors AssociationChairman of the National Governors’ Association Executive BoardJ.D., Un...2023-02-241h 04WyoLawPodLessons from a Life in the Practice of Law with Hon. Alan K. SimpsonTime Schedule: 140 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:Lesson and stories from six decades practicing lawProsecutorial discretionSmall town problem solving for lawyersLearning from MistakesSeizing opportunitiesInstructor Hon. Alan K. Simpson, Esq. BioHon. Alan Simpson served in the U.S. Senate (R-Wyoming) from January 1979 to 1997, where he was the Assistant Republican Leader, 1984-1994; Chairman of the Subcommittee of Immigration and Refugee Policy of the Senate Judiciary Committee, 1980-1984; Nuclear Regulation Subcommittee o...2022-07-221h 39WyoLawPodStarting a Law Firm & Getting Paid Every TimeTime Schedule: 90 minutes Summary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Elizabeth LanceLaying the groundwork for starting your own firmSetting a budgetEstablishing an “income pipeline”Generating work and cultivating referral sourcesWhen to growHow to get paid on time every time Instructor Elizabeth Lance, Esq. Bio:Managing Partner Lance and Hall LLP 2018-presentOwner/Attorney Lance Law Office, LLC 2015-2017Associate Woodhouse, Roden, and Nethercott, LLC 2013-2015Senior...2022-07-151h 28WyoLawPodCommon Ethical Mistakes Lawyers Don’t Realize They MakeTime Schedule: 60 minutes Summary of Topics Covered:Introduction of Instructor Mark GiffordWhat are common ethical mistakes lawyers make that they do not realize they are making? What does cooperation with bar counsel during the complaint process look like? What is the diversion program? What is the best part of the job of bar counsel? What is the procedural process and the burden of proof on bar counsel in the disciplinary hearing process? The “Wyoming System” allowing bar counsel to handle ethics hotline callsInstructor Mark W. Giffor...2022-06-2258 minWyoLawPodBankruptcy Basics for Clients and New AttorneysTime Schedule: 65 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:Introduction of Instructor Robertson “Rob” CohenWhat are the biggest misconceptions about bankruptcy?What kinds of debts can bankruptcy help with and what kind cannot be helped?Can you make too much money to file bankruptcy?What does a bankruptcy trustee do?What are the biggest problems for debtors who hire attorneys who are not careful?The importance of being honest in the bankruptcy process.How does the bankruptcy process work?When does the debtor’s life return to normal after...2022-06-221h 05WyoLawPodWorkers Compensation Secrets RevealedTime Schedule: 70 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:Introduction of Instructor Josie SanchezHow does one become a claims analystWhat you should and should not do in working with your claims analystImportance of an accurate report of injuryCommunicating with your claims analystWhat is proper notice you should receive for a change in benefitsHow are IMEs scheduledHow not to upset your claims analystGuidelines for claimant attorney communications with claims analystLong term injuries and the importance of following up with your...2022-06-221h 09WyoLawPodThe Road To Discovery: Discipline, Patience and PersistenceTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Jack D. Edwards, Esq.Interrogatories: Asking Good QuestionsDocument Request: Getting What You Need without Asking for Too MuchPatience: One Marshmallow versus TwoDealing with Objections Round One: The Meet and ConferRound Two: Written Notice of Inappropriate ObjectionsRound Three: The Motion to CompelInstructor Jack D. Edwards, Esq. Bio:Owner, Edwards Law Office, PC, 2010 to PresentAssociate, Luthi & Voyles, 2005-2010Lincoln County DA, 2006Associate, Hirst Applegate, LLP 2004-2005U...2022-06-221h 00WyoLawPodOrigins of Work Comp CLE SummaryTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered Introduction of Instructor Michael DuffEuropean System and the French Train Project of 1832Swiss Early StructureGerman System and Otto Von BismarckEnglish Evolution:Factor ActsInspectoratesFencingLiability StatutesWC Act of 1897American Liability Acts/Federal Employee Liability Act of 1908How These Issues Still Affect Work Comp in Wyoming Today Instructor Michael Duff, Esq. Bio:Professor of Law, University of WyomingFounder, Co-Editor and Author, Workers’ Compensation Law Professors’ Blog2022-06-2259 minWyoLawPodThe Magic of Video Depositions CLE SummaryTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered: Introduction of Instructor Grant LawsonWhat are the key advantages of taking video depositionsThe use of props in video depositionsGetting the deponent “in the moment” to recreate an eventHow to use a video deposition in trial, for settlement purposes and during focus groupsUsing a video deposition to limit frivolous objectionsDetermining when to take a video deposition Instructor Grant Lawson, Esq. Bio: Partne...2022-06-221h 00WyoLawPodLLM in Entrepreneurial Law featuring Matt KaufmanTime Schedule: 60 minutesSummary of Topics Covered:Introduction of Instructor Mathew KaufmanDeciding if an LLM is a good fit with your legal careerDeciding what LLM is right for youWhat is an LLM in Entrepreneurial LawWorking with your firm and law partners to plan for time away from workPlanning for the time away from family and how to stay healthy while commuting to schoolDetermining if there is a market for your new skillsThe advantage of having an LLM in marketing your skills t...2022-06-2200 minWyoLawPodPublic Relations for Lawyers featuring Dennis EllisTime Schedule: 70 minutesSummary of Topics CoveredIntroduction of instructor Dennis EllisBeginning a career in public relations after law schoolTransitioning from employee to public relations firm ownerHow to build up a client baseThe advantage of having a law degree while working in public relationsOvercoming obstacles and bouncing back from disappointmentsEstablishing trust and building relationshipsCharging for your workInstructor Dennis Ellis, Esq. BioMicrosoft TechSpark Manager, Wyoming 2017 - PresentEllis Public Affairs, LLC Owner 2016 - 2017Anadarko Petroleum, Director of External Affairs, Wyoming 2010 – 2016Wyoming Med...2022-06-221h 11