Think you know how to play nice in the sandbox of Utah's legal profession? Put your knowledge of the Utah Standards of Professionalism and Civility, along with those from around the country, to the test in this fast-paced, laugh-out-loud CLE experience modeled after the classic television game show Password. Contestants from the audience will face off in a battle of clues and quick thinking, where the winning "passwords" aren't just game show gold — they're the very principles of dignity, respect, and professionalism that separate the great lawyers from the merely licensed ones. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or a fresh-faced associate, this session delivers serious ethical guidance wrapped in a whole lot of fun. CLE ethics credit available — dignity is its own reward.
Learning Objectives:
- Attendees will analyze key provisions of the Utah Standards of Professionalism and Civility and identify conduct required to maintain good standing as a licensed attorney.
- Attendees will evaluate real-world case law and fact patterns to distinguish between compliant and non-compliant professional behavior under the Utah Standards.
- Attendees will examine ethical obligations specific to bankruptcy practitioners, including conflicts of interest, unauthorized practice of law, interactions with pro se parties, and duties of candor to the court.
- Attendees will assess the application of the Utah Standards of Professionalism and Civility to out-of-state attorneys, including relevant local rules and cross-jurisdictional practice considerations.
- Attendees will apply principles of professionalism, civility, and ethical responsibility to practical scenarios in an interactive setting designed to reinforce best practices."