The Influence of People: Cognitive Based Influence for Attorneys to Use in Court

Virtual

Join us for a webinar designed to transform your courtroom strategies. In this program, we will delve into crucial topics that will enhance your effectiveness in the legal arena, including: Harnessing cognitive communicating techniques to unlock memory retrieval and enhance response accuracy. Understanding the dynamics of influence for persuasion within legal proceedings. Building rapport and…

Life of a Civil Case

Virtual

This basic and introductory presentation will help Attorney General’s Office staff who are not experienced with civil procedure to understand how a civil case makes its way through the court system. This presentation will track a case from its beginning through initial pleadings and discovery and will end with a discussion of the possible ways…

2024 Chief Deputies and Chiefs of Staff Seminar

Hotel Nikko 222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

This program is designed for senior officials in an attorney general office. Current and former chief deputies and chiefs of staff will share valuable insights and perspectives. The meeting provides attendees with opportunities to network with one another. This year's event will share some programming with the Consumer Protection Spring Conference. Attendees can also attend…

AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse and Obscene Material: Prosecution Tools and Policy Responses

Virtual

The presentation will: Discuss the AI-generated Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) problem. Outline federal criminal statutes that reach AI-generated CSAM. Explain some of the policy initiatives in which the U.S. Department of Justice is engaged in this space. Highlight resources for state and local partners. Speaker Ross B. Goldman, Senior Policy and Appellate Counsel, Child…

Oral Advocacy vs. Written Advocacy: Synergizing the Two to Maximize Your Legal Practice

Virtual

Join us for a webinar designed to merge two advocacy skills. This Masterclass will discuss the intersection between oral advocacy and legal writing. We will empower the audience to overcome the stigma of "being only a good orator or writer" by highlighting the parallel between legal writing and oral advocacy. We will challenge the audience…

Charities 101 Training Virtual

Virtual

This four-session program is intended to enhance the participant’s knowledge and skills in a constructive and positive learning environment facilitated by experienced attorneys serving as faculty. While the course will discuss investigation and litigation issues, this is NOT a trial advocacy course in the strict sense of the term. Rather, it is designed to expose…

Practical AI for the Practice of Law

Virtual

Amidst a sea of AI seminars, this aims to give you the practical knowledge that you need to understand recent changes in technology that have catapulted AI into the legal spotlight. We will give a brief overview of how this technology works, the ethical questions surrounding this technology, and an overview of the tools available…

The State of State Technology and Cybersecurity

Virtual

CyTech Monthly Series The State of State Technology and Cybersecurity: A Briefing for the NAAG Community Please join us for our annual state technology and cybersecurity update from our partners at the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO). NASCIO leaders will discuss: The key technology trends occurring in the states. The generative and…

Human Resources Officer Seminar

Dallas, Texas Dallas, TX, United States

This program is designed for attorney general office human resource officers to network and discuss important issues of the day. A range of topics will be covered during the program including recruitment and classification, the future of work, workplace flexibility/telecommuting, and employee relations. Schedule June 27 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (CT) June 28…

Masterclass | Mastering Hearsay

Virtual

This webinar will demystify hearsay and empower you to navigate hearsay issues at trial. We'll provide a comprehensive overview of what is – and isn’t – hearsay, discuss the evidentiary rules governing hearsay and the rationale behind them, and offer tips for anticipating, making, and meeting hearsay objections.

Anatomy of a Complex Consumer Protection Case Training

The Nines 525 SW Morrison Street, Portland, OR, United States

This training is open to attorney general staff only.  Scholarship nominations are due Friday, May 10, 2024. This intensive three-and-one-half-day program is intended to enhance the participant’s knowledge and skills in a constructive and positive learning environment facilitated by experienced faculty attorneys. The program’s primary goal is to afford participants the opportunity to successfully navigate…

State Solicitors General and Appellate Chiefs Conference

Chicago, Illinois

The conference will provide a forum where state solicitors general and appellate chiefs can exchange ideas and obtain information to help improve each state’s appellate practice. This training is open to attorney general staff only. Scholarship Nominations Nominations are due Friday, May 10, 2024. NAAG will provide a limited number of scholarships to selected participants.…

2024 Information Technology Seminar

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK, United States

This program is intended for attorney general office attorneys who represent the state and its citizens in antitrust matters. The annual seminar provides training on issues of interest to state antitrust enforcers typically not addressed in more general antitrust programs.

Masterclass | Review of the 2023 Supreme Court Term

Virtual

Two current and former State Solicitors General will discuss the cases the U.S. Supreme Court decided this Term of most interest to state governments. Among the topics are the Second Amendment, presidential immunity, the Chevron doctrine, and abortion.

Ethical Duty of Competence in Technology | What Lawyers Need to Know

Virtual

In 2012, the ABA revised Rule 1.1 on “competent representation,” amending Comment 8 to include a duty for lawyers to “keep abreast of changes in the law and its practice, including the benefits and risks associated with relevant technology.” Since then, 40 states have adopted an ethical duty of competence in technology for lawyers.

Core Leadership Competencies for First Line & Mid-Level Managers

Hilton Miami Downtown 1601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL, United States

This course establishes the leadership development groundwork for new to mid-level managers, including attorneys, investigators, and administrative personnel. Drawing upon case studies, colleague experiences, short lectures, group discussions, and self-assessments, the program applies leadership principles and practices to real, everyday issues. Topics include: The role of the manager Setting goals, roles, and accountabilities Tips for…

Victims Services Providers Training

Boston, Mass

For victims, recapping traumatic events in front of different actors can trigger re-victimization. Therefore, working with victims requires meaningful attention to ensure they remain the driving force in the direction of the case while protecting their improved recovery and healing. This training program is designed for victim service providers in a management role in entities…

Developing an Effective Case Strategy

Virtual

This webinar will consider how to develop and utilize an effective case strategy from the outset of a case and then identify how prosecutors can apply that theory to prosecution.

2024 Presidential Initiative Summit

The Nines 525 SW Morrison Street, Portland, OR, United States

The Summit is the centerpiece of a year-long focus that began last December at the NAAG Capital Forum on three topics pertaining to our nation’s youth. It will tap leading experts from across the country, attorneys general, businesses —and young people! This initiative is advancing important national conversations, policy recommendations, and information sharing. Don’t miss out!

2024 Eastern Region Meeting

Hotel Du Pont 42 W. 11th Street, Wilmington, DE, United States

In September, Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings will host the 2024 Eastern Region meeting, where speakers and panelists will discuss the successful models at work around the country and in the First State; the role that state attorneys general can play in sustainably reducing violent crime; and how policymakers can better support victims of crime in their states.

2024 Antitrust Seminar

Warwick Denver 1776 Grant St, Denver, CO, United States

This program is intended for attorney general office attorneys who represent the state and its citizens in antitrust matters. The annual seminar provides training on issues of interest to state antitrust enforcers typically not addressed in more general antitrust programs.

2024 Fall Consumer Protection Conference

The Westin City Center 1400 M Street NW, Washington, United States

Attorney general offices work diligently to protect consumers through enforcement actions, public education, and collaboration with other state and federal agencies. This conference is a significant event for those involved in consumer protection. It offers a platform to discuss challenges, share best practices, and develop strategies to protect consumers better.

2024 NAAG/NASCO Charities Conference

Hyatt Regency, Inner Harbor 300 Light Street, Baltimore, MD, United States

This conference is the sole annual event at which charity regulators and nonprofit organizations and their attorneys, accountants, fundraisers, and advisers can meet, learn about, and discuss issues of interest across the charitable sector. The conference will provide an opportunity to hear from regulators and others in the nonprofit sector on current issues.

Karen Cordry Bankruptcy Conference for Government Practitioners

Eldorado Hotel 309 W. San Francisco St., Santa Fe, NM, United States

This conference is designed to empower government lawyers with the tools necessary to enforce their claims, contracts, regulatory laws, and police powers in bankruptcy court. Speakers will include bankruptcy judges throughout the country, private practitioners, and assistant attorneys general.

2024 Supreme Court Practice Seminar

This annual two-day seminar gives attendees information and insights on how to effectively practice in the United States Supreme Court.

Tech Policy Year in Review

Virtual

We'll recap the important developments in technology from the past year, including key trends, regulations, and emerging challenges across areas such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Exploring the Federal and State AI Governance Landscape

Virtual

We'll recap the important developments in technology from the past year, including key trends, regulations, and emerging challenges across areas such as data privacy, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.

Digital Evidence Training for Investigators

Ernest F. Hollings National Advocacy Center 1620 Pendleton St, Columbia, SC

This event will cover the basic essential skills and knowledge required to effectively gather and preserve digital evidence.

Consumer Protection 101

Carambola Beach Resort Estate Davis Bay, St. Croix, St. Croix, Virgin Islands (U.S.)

The program’s primary goal is to afford participants the opportunity to gain an understanding of and overcome challenges encountered when enforcing consumer protection laws.

Executive Assistant (EA), Paralegal, and Public Information Officers (PIO) Seminars

New Orleans Marriott 555 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, United States

The upcoming conferences for Executive Assistants (EA), Paralegals, and Public Information Officers (PIO) will all be held simultaneously at the same venue. Each group of professionals will have their dedicated meetings, focusing on topics relevant to their fields.

Mid-Atlantic Regional Consumer Protection Meeting

District of Columbia Attorney General Office 400 6th Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

The meeting will be directed towards attorneys, investigators, and consumer protection staff and provide opportunities for staff to learn about and discuss current topics affecting their individual states and the broader region.

Appellate Practice Training

Hyatt Centric - Arlington 1325 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA, United States

The objective of the training is to provide practical insights on writing effective appellate briefs and making effective oral argument.

Masterclass | Discovery in the Digital Age: Text Messages, Ephemeral Data, and IoT

As digital communication and connected devices continue to evolve, legal teams face increasing challenges in preserving and collecting electronic evidence. This session will explore: Best practices for handling text messages and ephemeral data The impact of IoT devices on legal holds and discovery Strategies to ensure compliance and defensibility in today’s digital landscape Speaker Kelly…

2025 Spring Consumer Protection Conference

Loews Chicago Hotel 455 N Park Dr, Chicago, IL, United States

Attorney general offices work diligently to protect consumers through enforcement actions, public education, and collaboration with other state and federal agencies. This conference is a significant event for those involved in consumer protection. It offers a platform to discuss challenges, share best practices, and develop strategies to protect consumers better.