Grant E. Mulkey
Of Counsel | Stinson LLPNavigating Tensions: The Role of Civility in Legal Excellence | Live Webinar
Broadcast Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (ET) | On-Demand 24hrs Later
In today’s highly charged legal environment, the ability to advocate fiercely while maintaining professionalism is more important than ever. This program explores how civility is not a weakness in the practice of law, but a powerful tool that fosters credibility, strengthens advocacy, and upholds the integrity of the profession.
In this CLE webinar, speakers will examine the evolving expectations of civility in courts, negotiations, and client relations. Participants will gain practical strategies to balance zealous representation with respect, composure, and ethical responsibility.
Key Topics to be Covered:
- The intersection of civility and zealous advocacy: where to draw the line
- Judicial perspectives on professionalism and courtroom decorum
- Civility in client communications, negotiations, and cross-border practice
- The impact of incivility on reputation, outcomes, and disciplinary risks
- Practical techniques to manage conflict, defuse hostility, and maintain composure under pressure
Who Should Attend:
- Trial lawyers and litigators
- Legal ethics and compliance professionals
- In-house counsel involved in litigation management
- Judicial officers and court administrators
- Law firm risk management and professional development teams
Register for this course by clicking the “Take this Course” at the top of the page.
CLE Credit:
Course Level: Intermediate | Advance Preparation: Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation: Live Webinar | Prerequisite: None
Course Code: 1411481 | Total Credit: 1.0
CLE Credits:
CA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 6/30/2025
PA CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 8/14/2026
VT CLE 1.00 General – Approved Until: 12/31/2025
NJ CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NY CLE 1.00 Areas of Professional Practice – Credits through Reciprocity
AR CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
CT CLE 1.00 General – Credits through Reciprocity
NH CLE 1.00 General – Meets the requirements of NH Supreme Court Rule 53
MO CLE 1.00 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 CLE processing fee here.
No MCLE Requirements:
DC, MD, MA, MI, SD
Not Eligible for CLE:
AK, AZ, HI, IL
Instructions for Participating the Live Webinar
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- Please Register for the course by clicking the "Take this 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.