Rockin the Rules – Legal Ethics and Rock n Roll
Date: Jun 18, 2026 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Online
Member Price: $143.00
Non-Member Price: $179.00
Section Price: $0.00
Areas of Law: Ethics
Earn up to 2.4 credits, including 2.4 in Ethics! (More Information)
Keynote
Moderator
Presenters
- Stuart Teicher, Esq.
- CLE Performer and Ethics Educator
“Lies, dripping off your mouth like dirt
Lies, lies in every step you walk
Lies, whispered sweetly in my ear
Lies, how do I get out of here?” – The Rolling Stones
From Lennon and McCartney to Jagger and Richards, the greatest rock and roll collaborations offer more than unforgettable music - they reveal the dynamics of trust, communication, and ethical boundaries that are just as vital in the practice of law.
Join the CLE Performer, Stuart Teicher, Esq., for a CLE program that connects the Rules of Professional Conduct to real-world examples from legendary rock partnerships. Explore how these iconic collaborations can teach attorneys about managing conflicts of interest, maintaining competence, and fostering effective communication.
Get ready to learn ethical lessons that will leave you humming a better tune in your legal practice.
- Competence and Synergy: Lennon & McCartney - Learning Rule 1.1 (Competence) and Rule 5.1 (Responsibilities of Supervisory Lawyers) through the partnership of John Lennon and Paul McCartney, whose complementary skills created timeless music.
- Managing Conflicts of Interest: Jagger & Richards - Exploring how Mick Jagger and Keith Richards navigated creative and personal tensions to sustain The Rolling Stones, linking their approach to Rule 1.7 (Conflict of Interest).
- Candor and Communication: Simon & Garfunkel - Discuss how Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel’s partnership reflects Rule 1.4 (Communication) and Rule 3.3 (Candor Toward the Tribunal), emphasizing the importance of clear, honest dialogue.
- Explore how David Bowie and Freddie Mercury came together to create "Under Pressure," overcoming their distinct styles and strong personalities, demonstrating the importance of Rule 2.1. (Advisor-Requiring independent personal judgment.)
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