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David R. Johanson
Partner-in-Charge, NAPA | Hawkins Parnell & Young LLPFrom Compliance to Courtroom: ERISA Litigation Insights | Live CLE ERISA Webinar
Broadcast Date: Being Rescheduled | On-Demand Available 24 Hours Later
Navigating the complexities of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) requires more than regulatory compliance—it demands strategic foresight and litigation preparedness. As regulatory scrutiny intensifies and plaintiffs’ counsel become increasingly sophisticated, ERISA litigation continues to expand in both scope and complexity. From fiduciary duty and excessive fee claims to evolving standards governing benefit denials and class action litigation, employers, plan sponsors, and fiduciaries face heightened legal exposure.
In this CLE ERISA webinar, seasoned ERISA litigators and employee benefits professionals from The Knowledge Group will examine recent litigation trends, noteworthy court rulings, and proven best practices for mitigating risk and effectively defending ERISA claims. Attendees will gain practical, actionable insights to enhance fiduciary governance, strengthen compliance programs, and develop sound litigation strategies in today’s evolving regulatory and judicial landscape.
What You Will Learn in this Webinar:
- Emerging trends and developments in ERISA litigation
- Key takeaways from recent fiduciary breach and excessive fee cases
- Managing benefit denial disputes and mitigating class action exposure
- Best practices for plan governance and fiduciary compliance
- Practical defense strategies and lessons learned from recent court decisions
- Anticipating enforcement priorities and litigation trends in 2026
Why Attend This Webinar?
By attending this CLE ERISA webinar, you will:
- Earn CLE credit online from the comfort of your office or home.
- Access both the live webinar and the on-demand recording at your convenience.
- Gain practical insights on ERISA compliance and litigation strategies, including fiduciary governance, risk mitigation, and defending against claims.
- Fulfill continuing legal education requirements in a practical, engaging format tailored to legal professionals.
Agenda
David R. Johanson, Partner-in-Charge, NAPA, Hawkins Parnell & Young LLP
Who Should Attend
- ERISA and Employee Benefits Attorneys
- In-House Counsel and Compliance Officers
- Plan Administrators and Fiduciaries
- HR and Benefits Executives
- Financial Advisors and Consultants
Navigate ERISA Litigation and Compliance with Confidence
Join this CLE ERISA webinar to explore the latest trends, court rulings, and regulatory developments shaping employee benefits law. Learn practical strategies to strengthen fiduciary governance, mitigate risk, and defend against ERISA claims—all while earning CLE credit in a program designed for legal and employee benefits professionals.
Please check the credit section below for the details for your state and do not hesitate to contact the Knowledge Group if you have any questions.
Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: General knowledge of ERISA litigation
Course Code: 1411489 | Total Credit: 1.0
CLE Credit:
CA CLE 1.0 General – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 1.0 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 1.0 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1.0 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.0 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.0 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.0 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.0 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.0 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2024
Pending CLE Application: MS, GA, TN, WI
Self-Apply: AL, CO, DE, FL, ID, IL, IN, IO, KS, KY, LA, NC, ME, MN, MS, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OH, OK, OR, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WY
If you’d like us to apply for CLE, you may opt to pay the processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements: DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE: AK, AZ, HI, IL
For additional information, please contact your state MCLE board.
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take the Course" button if you have not already registered.
- Check Your Email – 24 hours before the webinar, you will receive an email with all necessary instructions, including access details and course materials. This information will also be posted on lesson when it is available.
- Download Course Materials – Course materials will be available for download **24-48 hours before** the live webinar. Be sure to review them in advance. The Link to download is available by clicking the lesson tab.
- Join the Webinar – Follow the instructions in the email to access the live broadcast at the scheduled time.
- Note the Secret Words – During the webinar, secret words will be announced periodically. Please write them down.
- Take the Quiz – After the webinar, click on the quiz link below and enter the secret words to complete the quiz.
- Print Your Certificate – Upon completing the quiz, you will be able to print your Certificate of Attendance, which includes instructions on how to obtain CLE, CPE, or other applicable credits for the course.
- On-Demand Access – The on-demand version of this course will be available 24-48 hours after the live webinar. If you miss the live presentation or need to review the content, you will have access to the on-demand version as an enrolled student. To access on-demand content, click the lesson and follow the instructions.
- Support: If you have any questions, please refer to the email instructions or contact support: support@theknowledgegroup.zohodesk.com.