COSA

A legal career has a distinct life cycle, from newly hatched associate, through growing practitioner, then "adult" partner, and ending as distinguished retiree. Different ethical matters take center stage at different times in this cycle, and this presentation will examine a few of those issues, starting with issues of competence and zealous representation as a young lawyer, through the concerns with marketing and advertising as one's practice develops, and ending with some of the common issues relating to closing down a practice.

Join a former COSA Chair and honorary “dean” of School Law for an inspirational and thought-provoking session that will be meaningful for new and seasoned school attorneys alike. Mr. Pickett guides you through fundamental principles of successful school law practice that are usually learned only through experience and mentoring.  His wisdom will help new school attorneys as they get started and will reinforce some basics for experienced practitioners. This webinar is exclusive to our COSA and State Association Counel members.

Host:                Tammy Carter

This webinar will cover the latest developments for ESEA modernization, including House-Senate conference committee actions and initial implementation efforts, should the legislation become law. We expect to be able to share the key components of the final conference committee bill poised for consideration by the U. S. House and Senate. Themes include local governance and flexibility, options for streamlining tests, and locally-designed plans and oversight for school improvement. Meanwhile, federal agencies continue to issue guidance affecting public schools.