Speaking Engagements – McCabe Ali LLP Law

Emil Speaking- SABA North America’s 2026 Annual Conference: From “Aunties”(And Uncles) to Arbitrators: Managing Community Clients Without Breaking Ethical Rules

Paralegal — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:47:27 +0000

South Asian attorneys often face unique practice management challenges arising from the intersection of cultural values and professional obligations. How do you handle a potential client who is a close family friend without risking a conflict of interest? How do you manage confidentiality when a client’s family expects to be involved in decision-making?

This ethics CLE explores the friction between South Asian cultural norms—such as collectivism, deference to hierarchy, and indirect communication—and the explicit requirements of the Rules of Professional Conduct. The CLE will provide practical practice management tips to maintain ethical boundaries while respecting cultural nuances.

Emil Speaking- 2026 Solo and Small Firm Summit: Strategic Ethical Use of Contract Lawyers

Paralegal — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:40:35 +0000

As your law firm grows, the best solution is not always hiring another lawyer. Sometimes, it may be using contract lawyers to address your clients’ needs. Strategizing when, who, and how to do that well are important t0 questions to ask, especially as they implicate ethical concerns. You will learn about circumstances when this option makes sense and the overlapping ethical and practical concerns that may accompany integration of contract lawyers into your work.

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Emil Speaking: Young Lawyers Division of SABA North America: A Culturally-Informed Approach to Legal Ethics.

Paralegal — Tue, 12 May 2026 19:10:21 +0000

This is one of three CLEs the SABA NA YLD Committee is planning that cater to early-career South Asian lawyers. This CLE will explore ethical decision-making through a culturally informed lens, with particular attention to challenges often faced by early-career South Asian attorneys. We hope to have a candid discussion about how cultural norms such as deference to hierarchy, conflict avoidance, and risk minimization can at times create tension with core professional obligations, including the duty to exercise independent judgment, challenge improper conduct, and advocate zealously on behalf of clients under the rules of professional conduct.

Emil Speaking: Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyer’s Association: MCLE re Advertising and Ethics: Attorney Advertising in California – Navigating the New Normal

Paralegal — Tue, 12 May 2026 16:41:25 +0000

California’s SB37 mandates new rules for attorney advertising, in addition to those already imposed by the California Rules of Professional Conduct. Learn from ethics attorney Emil J. Ali as he discuss what has changed, what remains the same, and what doesn’t make sense.

Emil will provide practical tips and best practices for compliance, including helping lawyers and law firms navigate the new normal and augmenting their advertising compliance.

Emil Speaking- NAPP- Dealing With Difficult People

Paralegal — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:15:32 +0000

Overview

Learn how to handle conflict, manage challenging relationships, and build healthier connections at work and in life. These cutting-edge skills are designed to make dealing with difficult people simple and effective. Take this course today and start mastering the art of managing complex personalities!

Course Objective:

Discover Secret Skills Used by Top Therapists
Understand How to Deal with Different Types of Difficult People
Master Emotional Control and Respond Effectively