ODW26C31 – Navigating Maritime Law in the Cruise Industry

This session covers the legal framework of the US cruise industry, including international conventions, federal laws, and regulatory requirements for compliance.

ODW26C32 – OneNote: Boost Productivity with Smart Note-Taking

Part 1 of this series explores how Allied Legal Professionals (ALPs) and Community Justice Workers are expanding access to justice through innovative reforms and community-based models nationwide.

ODW26C34 – Protecting Speech: Anti-SLAPP and Early Case Dismissals

This session examines how anti-SLAPP statutes can reshape civil litigation, alter plaintiffs’ procedural rights, and challenge courts to balance efficiency, fairness, and constitutional protections.

ODW26C35 – Reimagining Access to Justice: A Regulatory Reform Design Lab

Part 2 of this series is an interactive lab where participants design Community Justice Worker or Allied Legal Professional programs, focusing on scope, credentialing, supervision, and ethical, equity-driven approaches to expand access to legal help.

ODW26C36 – Spotting Risk: Paralegals and Health Care Fraud Laws

This session demystifies health care fraud and abuse laws and offers practical strategies for identifying risks and supporting internal investigations.

ODW26C37 – Supporting Survivors: Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Trafficking

This session examines the differences between domestic violence restraining orders, U-Visas, and T-Visas, covering eligibility, barriers, and trauma-informed principles for assisting survivors, including those from other countries.

ODW26C38 – The Paralegal’s Role in Domestic Violence Advocacy

This session covers the history of domestic violence, protections for victims, applying for a restraining order, and barriers when working with survivors, highlighting the paralegal’s role and the importance of a trauma-informed approach.

ODW26C39 – The Sovereign Citizen Movement: An Introduction for Legal Professionals

This session explores the beliefs, tactics, and legal language of the sovereign citizen movement, offering strategies for effectively countering their claims in legal proceedings.

ODW26C40 – Tips for Effective Collaboration with Expert Witnesses in Medical Negligence

This session explores strategies for avoiding common pitfalls, selecting credible experts, and having respectful conversations.

ODW26C42 – Understanding Health Care Law and Regulatory Frameworks

This session covers key US health care laws and regulations, including HIPAA, EMTALA, the ACA, and Stark Law, offering practical insights for compliance and risk management.