AIM & The University of Alabama School of Law Present: "CLE for Rising Stars & Living Legends"
- Attorneys Insurance Mutual
- Aug 28
- 3 min read
It’s time to register for CLE for Rising Stars & Living Legends!
Friday, September 26, 2025 • 9 am - 5 pm
The University of Alabama School of Law • The Moot Courtroom, Room 140
Join us for a full day of free CLE sessions designed for lawyers at every stage of their careers and law students wanting to learn about those first steps into their legal profession. This is a networking opportunity for rising stars to meet living legends - all are welcome!
⭐ 6 hours of CLE credit (including 1 hour of ethics)
⭐ Gift certificate raffles for Tuscaloosa's favorite coffee shops & local watering holes
⭐ Complimentary food & beverages for registered attendees:
9am-10am: Coffee & donuts for breakfast
12pm-1pm: Pizza lunch
4pm-5pm: Cocktail hour to close out the day
Register today to save your spot!
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Breakfast CLE: 9 am - 10 am
“Intro to Professionalism in the Legal Community”
Panelists:
Alabama State Bar President-Elect Jana R. Garner, Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Greg Cook, Probate Judge Stephanie W. Kemmer, and Retired U.S. District Judge Scott Coogler
Gain insights from judges and lawyers on professional etiquette and practice tips that go beyond the classroom:
Etiquette in the firm, on the elevator, in the car ride to the deposition, at happy hour, and with opposing counsel; and
Essential courtroom etiquette and practice tips in state and federal court.
Rising Stars CLE: 10 am - 11 am
“Developing Your Professional Identity Outside of the Firm”
Presenter:
Sharon D. Stuart, President and Claims Counsel of AIM & a Founding Partner of Christian & Small, LLP
This CLE is for the next generation of firm leaders and a reminder for their mentors. Join Sharon as she shares her words of wisdom based on her own career experience. She’ll explain how to:
Focus on creating work you’re proud of;
Join local bar associations, task forces and committees;
Get involved in nonprofits and community service;
Have a career AND a personal life;
Seek practical experiences and client facetime; and
Navigate a road to success that’s always under construction.
Future Generations of Lawyers CLE: 11 am - 12 pm
“The 'Harvesting Hope' Program"
Panelists:
Harvesting Hope Task Force Chair H. Tom Heflin, ASB Immediate Past President Tom T. Perry, and ASB President-Elect Jana R. Garner
Learn about the program that intends to help our state’s circuits, counties and towns that have too few lawyers to meet the judicial demands of our rural areas.
Lawyer Wellbeing CLE: 1 pm - 2 pm
“Depression Doesn't Mean a Death Sentence"
Presenter:
Mary A. Turner, Esq., Founder, Survivors of Suicide
Gain insight on awareness, encouragement and assistance on the leading health crisis for lawyers of every age and in every season of their careers.
Attorney Errors and Oversights CLE: 2 pm - 3 pm
“Legal Malpractice Insurance Basics & Common Misconceptions”
Presenter:
AIM Vice President – Underwriting, Ben Parks, Esq.
Over his 21+ years underwriting lawyers malpractice insurance, Ben has heard a familiar request time and time again: “I don’t know the first thing about this type of insurance, please fill me in.”
In this session, Ben will:
Discuss the basics of legal malpractice insurance;
Dispel some of the common misconceptions about the coverage to help you be a better purchaser of the coverage; and
Help you have a better understanding of the coverage before any problems arise and you need to use it.
Cyber Security Awareness for Lawyers CLE: 3 pm - 4 pm
“Protect Your Clients. Safeguard Your Practice. Stay Ahead of the Threat.”
Presenter:
Retired FBI Agent and “CYBUR Guy” Darren Mott
The legal profession is a prime target for cybercriminals, not just because of the sensitive client data lawyers manage, but because many firms still underestimate their cyber risk exposure. This updated training is not a dry compliance checklist. It’s a wake-up call designed specifically for legal professionals. Whether you’re a solo practitioner or part of a large firm, you’ll walk away with actionable insights tailored to the legal field, from the latest phishing and social engineering scams targeting attorneys, to the ethical responsibilities tied to safeguarding client data, and new threat trends tied to case management software, e-discovery platforms, and AI tools. Plus, you get some cool FBI Stories.
In this session, you’ll learn:
The most recent cyber attack methods targeting law firms in 2025;
How to recognize and respond to red flags before they become breaches;
The ethical and regulatory consequences of failing to protect client data;
What dark web data exposure really means for you and your clients; and
Practical tools and policies you can implement immediately to reduce your risk.
Special thanks to our sponsors!
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