Join the Central Pennsylvania Paralegal Association for a CLE
August 11, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Applying the Law of Damages: From Theory to Trial
via Zoom
presented by Adam Wolfe, Esquire
Understanding damages is about far more than calculating numbers. A successful damages claim requires careful planning, thorough documentation, strategic presentation, and a solid understanding of Pennsylvania law.
Join experienced litigator Adam T. Wolfe, Esquire, for a practical program examining how damages are developed, supported, challenged, and ultimately recovered in civil litigation. Through discussion of Pennsylvania statutes, jury instructions, and significant case law, attendees will gain practical insight into proving economic and non-economic damages, navigating liens and subrogation claims, and employing effective strategies during discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
This program will provide practical tools and litigation strategies you can immediately apply to your cases.
Join the Pittsburgh Paralegal Association for a CLE
August 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Artificial Compliance: Maintaining a Culture of Compliance in the Age of Generative AI and AI Agentics
via Zoom
presented by Dipo Akin-Deko, JD, Head of Legal, Bower Group Asia
Dipo serves as the head of legal affairs for BGA. With 20 years of legal and business experience, he manages BGA’s legal operations, contracting and global compliance teams.
Dipo holds a Juris Doctor degree from the Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University and a Master of Law in litigation and alternative dispute resolution from the George Washington University Law School. Prior to joining BGA, Dipo served as counsel and legal consultant for several nonprofit and government contractors in the Washington, D.C., metro area.
Dipo regularly presents on legal and compliance issues facing transnational entities in high-risk markets. He is a member of the Thurgood Marshall School of Law Alumni Board and has served two terms as chairman. Additionally, he has been recognized by the Association of Nepalis in the Americas for his support and representation.
Join the Pittsburgh Paralegal Association for a CLE
September 16, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Create an Optimal Search Strategy for Common Liens and Other Searches
via Zoom
presented by Robert McHugh III, Esq., Transactional Business Consultant, CT Corporation
Formulating a lien search plan to uncover information about a debtor or target company is a vital part of most deals. In this session, we will guide you through this complex process, covering jurisdictional nuances and important considerations related to UCC liens, judgment liens, state and federal tax liens as well as litigation and bankruptcy searches. Participants will learn how to formulate an optimal search strategy and interpret search results.