Generative AI & Ethics in Legal Practice

Free Iowa CLE — 1 Credit Hour. Learn how generative AI works, where it fails, and how to integrate it responsibly into legal practice. This course covers the technology, the ethical duties it affects, and practical workflows. Enter your email to enroll.

What You'll Learn

This comprehensive CLE course covers the intersection of generative AI and legal ethics, giving you the practical knowledge you need to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.

  • How generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude work and their limitations
  • Ethical obligations when using AI in legal practice under current ABA Model Rules
  • Competence, confidentiality, and supervision duties in an AI-assisted workflow
  • Practical risk management strategies for AI-generated legal work product
  • Emerging state bar guidance and court rules on AI disclosure
  • Real-world case studies of AI missteps in litigation and how to avoid them
Enroll Now — It's Free

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By Signing Up for This Course, You Get:
  • Full access to the Generative AI and Ethics in Legal Practice CLE course
  • Video lectures with practical examples and case studies
  • Downloadable materials and reference guides
  • CLE credit eligibility (check your state requirements)
  • Lifetime access to revisit the material anytime


About the Instructor

John Goodhue is a registered patent attorney and shareholder at Goodhue, Coleman & Owens, P.C. With decades of experience helping inventors and entrepreneurs protect their intellectual property, John has guided hundreds of clients through the patent, trademark, and trade secret process. John created Protectivity IP Info to make intellectual property education accessible to everyone.

This course is for you if:

  • You need another hour of Iowa CLE!

  • You are curious about large language models, GPTs, and related technology and want to know more about what they are and why they work.

  • You know AI can hallucinate but want to better understand the why and how so you can better use technology.

  • You want to know about or be reminded about how to better meet your ethical obligations when using AI.

This course isn't for you if:

  • Have never heard of AI and don't need any CLE.

  • You're developing your own AI models at night.

  • You are not a lawyer in need of CLE or interested in learning more.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course really free?

Yes! This course is offered completely free of charge. Simply sign up with your name and email to get instant access.

Does this course qualify for CLE credit?

CLE credit eligibility varies by state. Check with your state bar for specific requirements regarding online CLE courses on technology and ethics topics.

How long do I have access to the course?

You get lifetime access. Once enrolled, you can revisit the course material at any time, at your own pace.