Canada is one of Tennessee’s largest international trading partners, and as trade and entry policies change through new agreements, tariffs, retaliatory measures or legislation, it is imperative to plan ahead, manage risk and compliance, and maintain competitiveness. This webcast, hosted by TBA's International Law Section on March 26, will address what Tennessee lawyers must know about cross-border tax issues, income tax and estate tax considerations, planning for purchases of real estate, crossing the U.S.-Canada border, traveling with criminal records and general best practices. Register on the TBA's website.

The 2026 Estate Planning & Probate Forum will take place at the Marriott Cool Springs in Franklin next week. The event on Friday will provide seven hours of CLE, including one hour of dual credit, and offers sessions on litigation and estate planning, public receivership, a probate panel and a legislative update. Speakers include Section Chair Robert Malin, Rebecca Blair, Chancellor William Cole, Arthur Cook, Jennifer Exum, Donald Farinato, General Sessions Court Judge Toby Gilley, Zachary Glaser, Lisa Helton, Robin Miller, David Parsons, Al Secor, Andrea Sinclair, Jared Smith and Ashley Stearns. Section members receive discounted registration. Get more information and register on the TBA's website.

The TBA is offering replays of four sessions from its Conference on AI & the Law, beginning with “AI-Generated Evidence and the Courts” on Feb. 25 at noon CST examining deepfakes, disputed AI-created evidence and best practices for lawyers and judges. On Feb. 26 at noon CST, “AI Gadgets, Toys and Apps (and some that wish they were AI)” will explore emerging AI-powered tools and their practical value for legal professionals. Two sessions follow on Feb. 27: “AI Policing vs. Policing AI” at noon CST will focus on law enforcement’s use of artificial intelligence and its admissibility in Tennessee criminal trials, while “AI, Legal Ethics and UPL” at 3 p.m CST will address ethical rules governing lawyer use of AI and questions surrounding the unauthorized practice of law. Attorneys can register for the replays through the TBA website.

Join the TBA Young Lawyers Division (YLD) for the next installment of The Rookie Series with "Family Law: Trends and Challenges" on March 5 at noon CST. The one-hour webcast will provide an overview of family law, covering key areas such as marriage, divorce, child custody and support, and property division. Participants will learn about the legal principles that govern family relationships and the role of the courts in resolving disputes. The session will include practical examples and a brief discussion of current trends and challenges in family law practice. For more information and to register visit the TBA CLE website.

Next week, the TBA will host two webcast replays of sessions from its Conference on AI & the Law. “AI Use in Legal Practice,” set for noon CST on Feb. 23, will feature Oliver Roberts of Holtzman Vogel in Nashville offering a practical look at how lawyers and judges are using artificial intelligence tools for research, drafting, timekeeping and workflow automation. A second program, “The State of the State of AI,” on Feb. 24 at noon CST will be led by A.J. Bahou of Bradley Arant Boult Cummings in Nashville. It will provide an overview of AI developments in the legal industry, including state and federal legislation, AI governance and recent litigation involving the technology.

This week, the TBA will offer two webcast replays from last year's “Raising the Bar” program. On Feb. 19, from noon to 1 p.m. CST, “Using Your Legal Skills to Do Good in the Community (And for Yourself)” will explore how attorneys can apply their legal skills through community service and board involvement while also strengthening their professional networks and careers. Then on Feb. 20, from noon to 1 p.m. CST, “Expanding Your Practice or Portfolio” will feature Brentwood lawyer Rebecca Blair discussing the process of becoming a Rule 31–listed mediator and building a mediation practice. Memphis lawyer Psonya Hackett also will outline the pathway to becoming a certified divorce coach as well as strategies for developing a sustainable coaching business.

This webcast replay on Feb. 18 at noon CST will offer valuable insights into enhancing digital presence and improving customer engagement for legal professionals. Adriana Linares from LawTech Partners covers topics such as case management, client portals, document management, financial management, timekeeping, billing and security. Originally presented as part of the TBA's Raising the Bar program, the presentation is designed to help lawyers streamline their workflows, reduce stress and improve overall efficiency. Register on the TBA's website.

The TBA on Feb. 17 from noon to 1 p.m. CST will host a webcast replay focused on developing and sustaining a book of business, a key skill for lawyers seeking professional independence and long-term success. The program will feature a panel of attorneys sharing practical strategies for attracting and retaining clients, building professional relationships, and positioning oneself as a trusted resource in your practice areas. Panelists include Heidi A. Barcus of Lewis Thomason in Knoxville, Dixie W. Cooper of Cumberland Litigation PLLC in Brentwood and Johnika Everhart of Geeter Law Office PLLC in Chattanooga. The session also will address aligning business development efforts with personal values and career goals. Visit the TBA website for more information and to register.

The TBA will host a webcast replay of “Raising the Bar: The Unconventional JD — Exploring Alternative Legal Career Paths” on Feb. 16 from noon to 1 p.m. CST, featuring a panel of attorneys who have built careers beyond the traditional law firm model. Panelists include Meera Ballal, founder of Women’s Healthcare Initiative in Nashville; Julie Bennett, executive vice president, chief legal and governance officer and corporate secretary for Ballad Health in Johnson City; and Sara Beth Myers, deputy general counsel for the Southern Poverty Law Center in Nashville. The program will explore career paths in nonprofit leadership, advocacy and policy, in-house counsel roles, government representation, board service, and entrepreneurship, while offering guidance on navigating a legal market that increasingly values flexible and diverse skill sets. To register visit the TBA website. 

True crime doesn't just happen in dark alleys and abandoned warehouses. It also happens in conference rooms and courthouses. And when it's lawyers who perpetrate those crimes, they have another problem: ethics issues. Nationally renowned educator Stuart Teicher explores bad barrister behavior and the ethics lessons that lie beneath. Teicher will talk about real missteps committed by actual lawyers, explore why lawyers make bad decisions and the ethics lessons for everyone. Visit the TBA website to register for this one-hour webinar on Feb. 12 beginning at noon CST.