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Contains 25 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 09/11/2025 at 12:00 PM (CDT)
The second of this two-course series will provide additional Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. This course will cover more strategic HR initiatives, helping you directly and by extension your employee group, to deliver on strategic goals. We will pay special attention to Federal employment laws as they guide the functional areas addressed in the course. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and build your knowledge of and confidence in making effective employment-related HR decisions.
The second of this two-course series will provide additional Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. This course will cover more strategic HR initiatives, helping you directly and by extension your employee group, to deliver on strategic goals. We will pay special attention to Federal employment laws as they guide the functional areas addressed in the course. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and build your knowledge of and confidence in making effective employment-related HR decisions.
The topics include:
- Week One: Leadership — Being a great leader and building leaders throughout your organization (Key areas: Building your network, change management, leadership and motivation theories, strategic planning, and succession planning)
- Week Two: Compensation and Benefits — Identify and implement a successful philosophy to your total rewards (Key areas: Philosophy of compensation, benefits package for recruitment and retention)
- Week Three: Risk and Rewards — What to plan for, build towards, and mitigate within your organization (Key areas: Risk management and technology considerations)
- Week Four: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Justice — Be transformative in building your culture, with particular emphasis to DEI (Key areas: Understanding terms, execution of initiatives, and why it matters)
- Week Five: Federal Employment Laws 2 — Key laws that drive the employment experience (Key areas: Review of select Federal laws)
- Week Six: Where to Go from Here — Plotting your future from an HR perspective (Key areas: Certification opportunities and course review)
The live Zoom lessons will be held on Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. Central Time. These lessons will also be recorded for on-demand access.
Audience Level
Intermediate
Completing both HR 1 and HR 2 courses gives you access to the Legal Management HR Specialist Certificate Program.
CLM Credits
Meet minimum course requirements and earn these credits toward your CLM application or recertification.
- Application: 5 hours of credit in Organizational Development
- Functional Specialist Credit: 5 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
- Recertification: 5 hours of credit in HR Management and 1 hour of credit in Substance Abuse
Continuing Education Credits
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) The Association of Legal Administrators is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program has been submitted for 6 PDCs.
Knowledge Domains: HR Expertise; Critical Evaluation; Relationship Management
HR Certification Institute (HRCI) The HR 2 Course has been pre-approved for 6 hours of recertification credits toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the activity. It means that this activity has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit.
Functional Areas: Total Rewards; Talent Planning and Acquisition; Talent Development and Management
Course Requirements
Each course has a start and end date. To receive the course completion certificate and CLM, SHRM and HRCI credits, all weekly assignments must be completed and quizzes passed with a score of 70% or higher by the last day of the course.
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
John Newton and Associates
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, is a Human Resources and Learning and Development professional. He is a coach, consultant, trainer, teacher and public speaker who specializes in helping people and organizations reach their ultimate potential. His company, John Newton and Associates (JNA), provides people-development services in higher education, government, non-profit and for-profit organizations within a diverse variety of industries. Newton’s philosophy is “Kindness is the bottom line.” Be kind to your employees and they will remain engaged and motivated — employees who know they matter will be more productive, positively impacting your company’s bottom line. Be kind to your customers and they will come back for more — customer loyalty builds business and your bottom line. He has been an instructor for DePaul University and Northern Illinois University for nearly 20 years.
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Contains 26 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 07/10/2025 at 12:00 PM (CDT)
The first of this two-course series will provide key Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. You’ll get tips and guidance towards building and maintaining an engaged workforce, helping to contribute to your organization’s strategic goals. Special attention will be paid to the federal employment laws from an HR -- rather than lawyer -- perspective. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and provide consultation on effective employment-related decision-making.
The first of this two-course series will provide key Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. You’ll get tips and guidance towards building and maintaining an engaged workforce, helping to contribute to your organization’s strategic goals. Special attention will be paid to the federal employment laws from an HR -- rather than lawyer -- perspective. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and provide consultation on effective employment-related decision-making.
The following is an outline of the topics:
- Week 1: Human Resources Overview — A big-picture look at what people serving some or all of the HR function should know (Key areas: What is HR?, Employee Lifecycle, and knowledge, skills, and abilities that will help you thrive in your role)
- Week 2: Talent Acquisition and Planning — Finding and securing rock star talent that fits your organization (Key areas: Job analysis, recruiting in today’s environment, interviewing, and onboarding)
- Week 3: Engaging and Retaining Your Workforce — Making your organization a great place to work and maintaining it (Key areas: Employee satisfaction, employee engagement, and retention tips)
- Week 4: Performance Management — From coaching to termination (Key areas: Performance management, disciplinary process, employee relations, and labor relations)
- Week 5: What Do Employees Need from You — Designing your role and approach to serve employee needs (Key areas: Core competencies, employee development)
- Week 6: Employment Laws (Federal) Part One — Key laws that drive the employment experience (Key areas: Review of select Federal laws, course review)
The live Zoom lessons will be held on Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. Central Time. These lessons will also be recorded for on-demand access.
Audience Level
Intermediate
Completing both HR 1 and HR 2 courses gives you access to the Legal Management HR Specialist Certificate Program.
CLM Credits
Meet minimum course requirements and earn the following credit towards your CLM application or recertification.
- Application: 6 hours of credit in Organizational Development
- Functional Specialist Credit: 6 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
- Recertification: 6 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
Continuing Education Credits
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
The Association of Legal Administrators is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program has been submitted for 6 PDCs.Knowledge Domains: HR Expertise; Critical Evaluation
HR Certification Institute (HRCI)
The HR 1 Course has been submitted for 6 hours of recertification credits toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the activity. It means that this activity has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit.Functional Areas: Employee Relations and Risk Management; Talent Planning and Acquisition; Business Management
Course Requirements
Each course has a start and end date. To receive the course completion certificate and CLM, SHRM and HRCI credits, all weekly assignments must be completed and quizzes passed with a score of 70% or higher by the last day of the course.
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
John Newton and Associates
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, is a Human Resources and Learning and Development professional. He is a coach, consultant, trainer, teacher and public speaker who specializes in helping people and organizations reach their ultimate potential. His company, John Newton and Associates (JNA), provides people-development services in higher education, government, non-profit and for-profit organizations within a diverse variety of industries. Newton’s philosophy is “Kindness is the bottom line.” Be kind to your employees and they will remain engaged and motivated — employees who know they matter will be more productive, positively impacting your company’s bottom line. Be kind to your customers and they will come back for more — customer loyalty builds business and your bottom line. He has been an instructor for DePaul University and Northern Illinois University for nearly 20 years.
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Enroll in HR 1 & 2: facilitated, online classes to deepen your understanding of law firm human resources. Pass the final exam to earn a Legal Management Specialist Certificate.
This package provides access to HR 1 & HR 2. Completing the HR 1 and HR 2 courses and passing the certificate exam will help you deepen your knowledge about law firm human resource management, ensure your achievement of the learning objectives, and give you a credential that sets you apart. Learn more about the Legal Management Specialist Certificate that you can earn here.
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Contains 25 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 04/03/2025 at 12:00 PM (CDT)
The second of this two-course series will provide additional Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. This course will cover more strategic HR initiatives, helping you directly and by extension your employee group, to deliver on strategic goals. We will pay special attention to Federal employment laws as they guide the functional areas addressed in the course. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and build your knowledge of and confidence in making effective employment-related HR decisions.
The second of this two-course series will provide additional Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. This course will cover more strategic HR initiatives, helping you directly and by extension your employee group, to deliver on strategic goals. We will pay special attention to Federal employment laws as they guide the functional areas addressed in the course. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and build your knowledge of and confidence in making effective employment-related HR decisions.
The topics include:
- Week One: Leadership — Being a great leader and building leaders throughout your organization (Key areas: Building your network, change management, leadership and motivation theories, strategic planning, and succession planning)
- Week Two: Compensation and Benefits — Identify and implement a successful philosophy to your total rewards (Key areas: Philosophy of compensation, benefits package for recruitment and retention)
- Week Three: Risk and Rewards — What to plan for, build towards, and mitigate within your organization (Key areas: Risk management and technology considerations)
- Week Four: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging and Justice — Be transformative in building your culture, with particular emphasis to DEI (Key areas: Understanding terms, execution of initiatives, and why it matters)
- Week Five: Federal Employment Laws 2 — Key laws that drive the employment experience (Key areas: Review of select Federal laws)
- Week Six: Where to Go from Here — Plotting your future from an HR perspective (Key areas: Certification opportunities and course review)
The live Zoom lessons will be held on Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. Central Time. These lessons will also be recorded for on-demand access.
Audience Level
Intermediate
Completing both HR 1 and HR 2 courses gives you access to the Legal Management HR Specialist Certificate Program.
CLM Credits
Meet minimum course requirements and earn these credits toward your CLM application or recertification.
- Application: 5 hours of credit in Organizational Development
- Functional Specialist Credit: 5 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
- Recertification: 5 hours of credit in HR Management and 1 hour of credit in Substance Abuse
Continuing Education Credits
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) The Association of Legal Administrators is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program has been submitted for 6 PDCs.
Knowledge Domains: HR Expertise; Critical Evaluation; Relationship Management
HR Certification Institute (HRCI) The HR 2 Course has been pre-approved for 6 hours of recertification credits toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the activity. It means that this activity has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit.
Functional Areas: Total Rewards; Talent Planning and Acquisition; Talent Development and Management
Course Requirements
Each course has a start and end date. To receive the course completion certificate and CLM, SHRM and HRCI credits, all weekly assignments must be completed and quizzes passed with a score of 70% or higher by the last day of the course.
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
John Newton and Associates
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, is a Human Resources and Learning and Development professional. He is a coach, consultant, trainer, teacher and public speaker who specializes in helping people and organizations reach their ultimate potential. His company, John Newton and Associates (JNA), provides people-development services in higher education, government, non-profit and for-profit organizations within a diverse variety of industries. Newton’s philosophy is “Kindness is the bottom line.” Be kind to your employees and they will remain engaged and motivated — employees who know they matter will be more productive, positively impacting your company’s bottom line. Be kind to your customers and they will come back for more — customer loyalty builds business and your bottom line. He has been an instructor for DePaul University and Northern Illinois University for nearly 20 years.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 03/12/2025 at 2:00 PM (CDT)
This session delves into the evolving demands of law firm leadership. As firms navigate complex challenges, the need for leaders who are not only high performers but also skilled in guiding teams has never been greater. This session explores what true success in leadership looks like today and the essential skills future leaders must develop to thrive. Attendees will gain actionable insights into building a leadership pipeline that ensures firm stability, team cohesion and a clear vision for tomorrow.
This session delves into the evolving demands of law firm leadership. As firms navigate complex challenges, the need for leaders who are not only high performers but also skilled in guiding teams has never been greater. This session explores what true success in leadership looks like today and the essential skills future leaders must develop to thrive. Attendees will gain actionable insights into building a leadership pipeline that ensures firm stability, team cohesion and a clear vision for tomorrow.
Objectives:
- Identify key leadership qualities and skills essential for the future success of law firm leaders.
- Analyze current leadership practices within law firms to determine areas for growth and improvement in developing tomorrow's leaders.
- Design a framework for cultivating leadership talent that aligns with the evolving needs of law firms, focusing on both professional and personal development.
CLM® Application Credit: - Application Management Category: 1 hour(s) of Communication Skills
CLM® Recertification Credit: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Communications & Organizational Management (CM)
Debbie Foster
Debbie Foster has worked with law firms and legal departments for over 25 years, transforming the complex and ever-changing landscape into a navigable road map with ease. Foster blends savvy strategic management, charismatic leadership and deep knowledge of how technology can transform an organization to lead law firms and legal departments and build organizations for whatever the future holds.
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- Identify key leadership qualities and skills essential for the future success of law firm leaders.
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/26/2025 at 2:00 PM (CST)
This webinar is scheduled for Wednesday, 02/26/2025 at 2:00 PM (CST). This webinar will help administrators break the cycle of random marketing acts by building a strategic framework for profile raising and revenue generation. The session will include best practices for a law firm’s digital presence, an easily executed model for fully leveraging the good work the firm is already doing and tips for optimizing conference sponsorships and investments throughout 2025.
A new year brings attorneys’ renewed focus on marketing and business development efforts for themselves and their firms. How can law firm administrators channel this enthusiasm into actionable strategies and drive real change in 2025? This webinar will help administrators break the cycle of random marketing acts by building a strategic framework for profile raising and revenue generation. The session will include best practices for a law firm’s digital presence, an easily executed model for fully leveraging the good work the firm is already doing and tips for optimizing conference sponsorships and investments throughout 2025.
Objectives:- Learn best practices for attorney LinkedIn profiles and firm pages.
- Implement a five-step process to fully leverage firm accomplishments and thought leadership.
- Explore strategies for negotiating and maximizing the value of conference sponsorships.
- Utilize actionable checklists to help attorneys achieve the highest ROI from conference participation.
CLM®Application Credit: 1 hour(s) of Organizational Development
CLM® Application Credit for Functional Specialists: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Legal Industry/ Business Management (LI) towards the additional hours required of some Functional Specialists to fulfill the CLM application.
CLM® Recertification Credit: 1 hour(s) in the subject area of Legal Industry/ Business Management (LI)
Jocelyn Brumbaugh
Founder
Builden Partners
Jocelyn Brumbaugh is the Founder of Builden Partners, a consulting firm providing marketing strategy for law firms. The firm’s process-driven solutions stem from her days as an in-house marketer at AmLaw 100 firms including Foley & Lardner and Baker McKenzie
Lilly McAveeney
Marketing & Business Development Manager
Builden Partners
Lilly McAveeney is a Marketing and Business Development Manager at Builden Partners, where she crafts long-term marketing plans and leads the implementation of customized strategies for Builden’s mid-sized and AmLaw clients. Before joining Builden, she was an in-house marketer at Reed Smith and Latham & Watkins.
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Contains 1 Component(s) Includes a Live Web Event on 02/19/2025 at 2:00 PM (CST)
Presented by the Certification Committee and Guests
The CLM journey can be intimidating to even an experienced manager but is well worth the effort. Let us demystify some of your concerns with practical and informative tips for planning, preparing, and taking the CLM exam as well as how to maintain certification. After the presentation, we encourage you to direct any outstanding questions or concerns to the CLM online community, as we will be happy to address them there.
Successful CLMs find value in their certification through competence, professional growth, and possible career advancement.
Deadline to apply for the May 2025 exam: March 6, 2025
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Contains 2 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 02/12/2025 at 2:00 PM (CST)
AI is changing the game across industries - including legal. This fast-paced session will be loaded with real examples and scenarios for immediate implementation. It will convince even the most reluctant believers that AI has real value.
AI is changing the game across industries - including legal. It has been shown to get better results (14% better quality) faster (60% productivity improvements). In addition to demonstrating 25+ prompts you can use for tasks like content creation, copywriting, client services, data analysis, and workflows, we’ll also cover prompt engineering. Prompt engineering is the art of writing good prompts for AI to get better results. Discover how to structure AI prompts to generate the results you want and inspire you to dive into AI like a pro.
This fast-paced session will be loaded with real examples and scenarios for immediate implementation. It will convince even the most reluctant believers that AI has real value. It also includes handouts you can use over and over again to drive business results from using AI.
Objectives:
- The tasks AI can and can’t complete well
- How to engineer prompts to get better results
- The formula and modifiers for prompt optimization
- 25+ specific prompts that you can use immediately
- The risks and limitations of AI
CLM®Application Credit: 1 hour(s) of Information Technology
Krista Neher (Moderator)
CEO of Boot Camp Digital
Boot Camp Digital
Krista Neher is a seasoned marketing professional who helps companies around the world to increase their digital marketing capabilities. She is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Boot Camp Digital, bestselling author of four books and an international speaker. Neher is a social media pioneer, having run one of the first successful corporate Twitter accounts — before social media was even a recognized phrase. She has over 15 years of branding and marketing experience, working with companies like Procter & Gamble, GE, Macy’s, Google and the United States Senate and has been featured as an expert in the New York Times, CNN, Wall Street Journal, NBC, CBS, Mashable and the Associated Press. Neher is passionate about social media and digital marketing and created one of the first accredited social media certification programs in the world.
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Contains 26 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 02/06/2025 at 12:00 PM (CST)
The first of this two-course series will provide key Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. You’ll get tips and guidance towards building and maintaining an engaged workforce, helping to contribute to your organization’s strategic goals. Special attention will be paid to the federal employment laws from an HR -- rather than lawyer -- perspective. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and provide consultation on effective employment-related decision-making.
The first of this two-course series will provide key Human Resources fundamentals for those workers touching the HR function without necessarily having an HR background. You’ll get tips and guidance towards building and maintaining an engaged workforce, helping to contribute to your organization’s strategic goals. Special attention will be paid to the federal employment laws from an HR -- rather than lawyer -- perspective. The objective of this course is to support the work you do in your role and provide consultation on effective employment-related decision-making.
The following is an outline of the topics:
- Week 1: Human Resources Overview — A big-picture look at what people serving some or all of the HR function should know (Key areas: What is HR?, Employee Lifecycle, and knowledge, skills, and abilities that will help you thrive in your role)
- Week 2: Talent Acquisition and Planning — Finding and securing rock star talent that fits your organization (Key areas: Job analysis, recruiting in today’s environment, interviewing, and onboarding)
- Week 3: Engaging and Retaining Your Workforce — Making your organization a great place to work and maintaining it (Key areas: Employee satisfaction, employee engagement, and retention tips)
- Week 4: Performance Management — From coaching to termination (Key areas: Performance management, disciplinary process, employee relations, and labor relations)
- Week 5: What Do Employees Need from You — Designing your role and approach to serve employee needs (Key areas: Core competencies, employee development)
- Week 6: Employment Laws (Federal) Part One — Key laws that drive the employment experience (Key areas: Review of select Federal laws, course review)
The live Zoom lessons will be held on Thursdays from 12-1 p.m. Central Time. These lessons will also be recorded for on-demand access.
Audience Level
Intermediate
Completing both HR 1 and HR 2 courses gives you access to the Legal Management HR Specialist Certificate Program.
CLM Credits
Meet minimum course requirements and earn the following credit towards your CLM application or recertification.
- Application: 6 hours of credit in Organizational Development
- Functional Specialist Credit: 6 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
- Recertification: 6 hours of credit in Human Resources Management
Continuing Education Credits
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) The Association of Legal Administrators is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program has been submitted for 6 PDCs.
Knowledge Domains: HR Expertise; Critical Evaluation
HR Certification Institute (HRCI) The HR 1 Course has been submitted for 6 hours of recertification credits toward PHR and SPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the activity. It means that this activity has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit.
Functional Areas: Employee Relations and Risk Management; Talent Planning and Acquisition; Business Management
Course Requirements
Each course has a start and end date. To receive the course completion certificate and CLM, SHRM and HRCI credits, all weekly assignments must be completed and quizzes passed with a score of 70% or higher by the last day of the course.
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
John Newton and Associates
John Newton, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, is a Human Resources and Learning and Development professional. He is a coach, consultant, trainer, teacher and public speaker who specializes in helping people and organizations reach their ultimate potential. His company, John Newton and Associates (JNA), provides people-development services in higher education, government, non-profit and for-profit organizations within a diverse variety of industries. Newton’s philosophy is “Kindness is the bottom line.” Be kind to your employees and they will remain engaged and motivated — employees who know they matter will be more productive, positively impacting your company’s bottom line. Be kind to your customers and they will come back for more — customer loyalty builds business and your bottom line. He has been an instructor for DePaul University and Northern Illinois University for nearly 20 years.
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Enroll in HR 1 & 2: Facilitated, online classes to deepen your understanding of law firm human resources. Pass the final exam to earn a Legal Management Specialist Certificate.
This package provides access to HR 1 & HR 2. Completing the HR 1 and HR 2 courses and passing the certificate exam will help you deepen your knowledge about law firm human resource management, ensure your achievement of the learning objectives, and give you a credential that sets you apart. Learn more about the Legal Management Specialist Certificate that you can earn here.
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