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William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

It’s that time again!

Twice a year we update you with what’s new from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Join FELTG attorneys William Wiley and Deborah Hopkins as they combine forces for a fast-paced discussion on the most surprising, significant and groundbreaking recent decisions and trends from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. If you’ve attended a past edition, you know this is not your standard [“boring”] case law update, but an editorial discussion that not only informs you about current cases but explains how they impact your daily work whether you’re a lawyer, or an HR, ER, LR or EEO practitioner.

Bill and Deb will share where we’ve been and where we’re headed with the trends and regulations that influence your workplace and the way issues are litigated in your agency or union. Plus, ask your questions and get answers in real time.

We’d love to tell you now about the cases that will be discussed, but that’s entirely up to the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Stay tuned!

Price

$270 per site

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William Wiley

Course Description

There’s no feeling in the world like getting a call from someone at the Office of Special Counsel (OSC) – and we aren’t talking about warm, fuzzy feelings. It’s something we hope you never have to experience, but it’s so important that Bill Wiley wants to spend 90 minutes with you so he can prepare you for exactly what you need to know in case the call comes in.

During this session, Bill will describe the two most common types of disclosure investigations you’ll likely be involved in: whistleblower disclosures, and Prohibited Personnel Practice investigations. After that, he’ll discuss:

• OSC’s investigative authority – apparent vs. actual
• Formal and informal stays
• Prosecutions by OSC
• OSC interviews: what to expect
• Successfully navigating settlement discussions

He’ll also describe some of the legal tactics OSC uses, so you can be prepared to answer anything they might bring up. This is critically important for all agency attorneys and reps, especially as whistleblowers continue to receive higher levels of Congressional protection, so we hope you’ll make plans to join us.

Price

$270 per site

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Instructor

William Wiley

Course Description

Navigating the morass of a mixed case in federal sector employment law can be a confusing task. That’s why FELTG is here to help. Start 2017 off right by joining William Wiley as he untangles this often-complicated area when MSPB and EEOC both have potential jurisdiction over a case.

Mr. Wiley will begin by explaining what exactly a mixed case is comprised of, and will then discuss standing and procedural options for processing these cases. From there he’ll cover:

• Appellate review of mixed cases
• The role of the Special Panel
• What to do if a mixed case ends up on your desk

Now’s your chance to ask questions about a topic that every practitioner needs to know more about. We hope you’ll join us!

Price

$270 per site

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

Katherine Atkinson

Course Description

A principle rule in findings of discrimination is to, as nearly as possible, place the victim in the position that person would have occupied but for the discrimination. This is easier said than done, because there’s no way to undo the harm caused by illegal employment discrimination.

Even still, damages and remedies is a topic that every EEO practitioner needs to understand, whether they’re preparing for hearing or negotiating a settlement. That’s why FELTG is happy to present a 90-minute webinar on the topic, presented by civil rights attorney Katherine Atkinson, a partner at Wilkenfeld Herendeen Law in Washington, DC.

She’ll begin with a discussion on remedies and a basic damages overview. From there she’ll cover:

• Past and future pecuniary damages
• Non pecuniary damages
• Compensatory damages awards, and how the level of harm is directly related to the cap on damages

The session will conclude with an explanation of the five damages principles every practitioner should know. Plus, you’ll get to ask your questions in real time. Register your site today!

Price

$270 per site

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

Download Registration Form

Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, William Wiley, Barbara Haga

Course Description

Whether you’ve been to law school or not, legal writing in federal sector employment law is a specialized craft, and it’s changed a lot in the last few years. This webinar series will help practitioners focus on the skills needed to produce effective, defensible, legally-sound documents in the federal sector including disciplinary letters, performance plans, and summary judgment motions. Sample language, templates and documents provided during the webinars will give the attendee templates to use long after the series concludes.

Sessions will be held Wednesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. eastern. Spend an hour a week with FELTG and start changing – and simplifying – the way you write for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA.

• February 1: Legal Writing for the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA: An Overview
• February 8: Framing Charges and Drafting Proposed Discipline
• February 15: The Douglas Factor Analysis and Writing the Decision
• February 22: Writing Performance Improvement Plans that Work
• March 1: Working with Performance Standards: Creating and Editing
• March 8: Writing Effective Motions for Summary Judgment

Price

$220 per site per session, or register for all six webinars by January 25 and pay only $1240!

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

William Wiley

Course Description

So, you’ve been told there’s potential misconduct among the ranks at your agency, and you’ve been tasked with performing an administrative investigation. Where do you begin?

Join FELTG President William Wiley to get that answer, plus suggestions on how to make the entire investigation process successful during this 90-minute live webinar. He’ll begin with a discussion on who to interview and the essentials you’ll need to cover: building a strategic plan, interview logistics, the misconduct investigation process, and the types of questions to ask.

From there, Mr. Wiley will discuss employee rights and management authority, including:

• Weingarten Meetings: Characteristics & Representative’s role;
• Formal Discussions;
• Union’s role and involvement;
• Other Rights to Representation;

After that, learn how administrative judges assess witness credibility (including detecting deception and the Hillen factors), and finally see the FELTG suggestions on developing a good investigative report. If you work in HR or legal counsel, this is a seminar you won’t want to miss.

Price

$270 per site

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Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

It’s that time again!

Twice a year we update you with what’s new from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Join FELTG attorneys William Wiley and Deborah Hopkins as they combine forces for a fast-paced discussion on the most surprising, significant and groundbreaking recent decisions and trends from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. If you’ve attended a past edition, you know this is not your standard [“boring”] case law update, but an editorial discussion that not only informs you about current cases but explains how they impact your daily work whether you’re a lawyer, or an HR, ER, LR or EEO practitioner.

Bill and Deb will share where we’ve been and where we’re headed with the trends and regulations that influence your workplace and the way issues are litigated in your agency or union. Plus, ask your questions and get answers in real time.

We’d love to tell you now about the cases that will be discussed, but that’s entirely up to the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Stay tuned!

Price

$270 per site

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Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

Reprisal is a term that gets used a lot, but did you know that it has different definitions in different cases? If you join FELTG President William Wiley and FELTG Executive Director Deborah Hopkins during this 90-minute webinar to find out exactly where the differences lie, you just might save your agency from losing a reprisal case.

During this interactive discussion, the instructors will explain the legal background on the various forms of reprisal and why it’s such an important area of focus in federal employee statutory protection. From there, they’ll talk about:

• Whistleblower reprisal: the standards, burden of proof, and actions that constitute reprisal
• The many forms of EEO reprisal and why it’s the most common category in discrimination findings
• Reprisal for union activity, including what type of activity falls outside the bounds of coverage
• What is legal and not legal when considering someone’s veteran status in making employment-related decisions
• The distinction between reprisal and retaliation

This is an event you won’t want to miss, whether you’re an attorney, LER specialist, EEO specialist, union official or supervisor. We hope you’ll join us.

Price

$270 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

Download Registration Form

Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

It’s that time again!

Twice a year we update you with what’s new from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Join FELTG attorneys William Wiley and Deborah Hopkins as they combine forces for a fast-paced discussion on the most surprising, significant and groundbreaking recent decisions and trends from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. If you’ve attended a past edition, you know this is not your standard [“boring”] case law update, but an editorial discussion that not only informs you about current cases, but explains how they impact your daily work whether you’re a lawyer, or an HR, ER, LR or EEO practitioner.

Bill and Deb will share where we’ve been and where we’re headed with the trends and regulations that influence your workplace and the way issues are litigated in your agency or union. Plus, ask your questions and get answers in real time.

We’d love to tell you now about the cases and regulations that will be discussed, but that’s entirely up to the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Stay tuned!

Price

$270 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins, Katherine Atkinson

Course Description

Over the past few weeks, countless people have come forward to share that they have been the victims of sexual harassment in the workplace. In fact, in just three weeks the #MeToo hashtag has been used over six million times to signify support for to survivors of sexual assault, exploitation, and harassment – and to take a stand that this is not acceptable behavior.

As part of the #MeToo movement, we’ve also seen a number of stories about sexual harassment, assault, and abuse of federal employees. It’s topic a we can’t, and shouldn’t, ignore, so FELTG presents a special discussion on November 16 to explain – in clear terms – the law on sexual harassment in federal agencies. In addition, we’ll cover the following topics:

• Why many victims don’t come forward, until one person does
• Hostile Work Environment and Tangible Employment Action claims
• Time limits for filing sexual harassment claims
• Discipline for coworkers and supervisors who engage in sexual harassment
• Agency defenses and liability in sexual harassment claims
• Corrective action – what will stop harassment from continuing?

This is an event you won’t want to miss, whether you’re an attorney, LER specialist, EEO specialist, union official, supervisor, or federal employee. We hope you’ll join us.

Price

$225 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

Katherine Atkinson

Course Description

Under the Theory of Agency, when a federal employee suffers some type of harm at work, the agency is generally liable for the harm because the employee was at work when the tort occurred (you may be more familiar with the term “respondeat superior”).

What happens when the harm is not some type of workplace accident or third-party incident, but is committed by a supervisor or employee of the agency? In our world, under the Theory of Agency, a federal supervisor or employee who commits a harm during the course of conducting the government’s business is sheltered from personal lawsuit by the victim of the harm. But can the employee who commits the harm ever be sued personally? Is this different in MSPB and EEO cases?

Join FELTG for a 90-minute discussion on personal liability to get that answer and more. During this session we will discuss:

• The three areas of liability: torts, crimes, and administrative sanctions
• Actions committed inside vs. outside the scope of employment
• Whether federal supervisors need liability insurance
• Considerations and strategies for when the Office of Special Counsel gets involved
• Damages and remedies available to prevailing parties in EEOC cases

You’ll also get to ask questions – and get immediate answers – during this live event, so register your site today.

Price

$270 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

 1

It’s that time again!

Twice a year we update you with what’s new from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Join FELTG attorneys William Wiley and Deborah Hopkins as they combine forces for a fast-paced discussion on the most surprising, significant and groundbreaking recent decisions and trends from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. If you’ve attended a past edition, you know this is not your standard [“boring”] case law update, but an editorial discussion that not only informs you about current cases, but explains how they impact your daily work whether you’re a lawyer, or an HR, ER, LR or EEO practitioner.

Bill and Deb will share where we’ve been and where we’re headed with the trends and regulations that influence your workplace and the way issues are litigated in your agency or union. Plus, ask your questions and get answers in real time.

We’d love to tell you now about the cases and regulations that will be discussed, but that’s entirely up to the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Stay tuned!

Price

$270 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

Katherine Atkinson

Course Description

 1.5

If a contractor files an EEO complaint against your agency, is your agency liable? Don’t say “No” quite so quickly. The federal-sector EEO process is not exclusively limited to civil service employees; in certain cases contractors under agency supervision can file EEO complaints if the agency is determined to be a “joint employer.”

Join FELTG instructor Katherine Atkinson as she takes you through the steps you need to determine whether your agency passes the joint employer test. After covering the substantive law, she’ll discuss:

• The Ma v. HHS case and the resulting Ma factors
• How the Ma test should be applied in your agency
• Roles and responsibilities of agency personnel when contractors start the EEO process
• Defenses to the “joint employer” allegation
• Common questions and answers that arise from agencies dealing with contractors

This webinar will include time for your Q & A, so make plans to join us!

Price

$270 per site.

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

The June 13 webinar is sold out. Register for the encore presentation JUNE 27.

Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

Unless you’ve just returned from a remote island with no connection to the rest of the world, you’ve probably heard about the new Executive Orders, issued May 25, that are purported to significantly change the civil service protections that have been in place for nearly four decades.

Some changes are small, but others radically alter the status quo. Now is the time for federal attorneys, HR and LER specialists, union reps, and federal supervisors, to tune in and see exactly what these changes will mean in your day-to-day life. Join FELTG President William Wiley and Executive Director Deborah Hopkins, attorneys at law, on June 13 for a 60-minute discussion about the most important takeaways from the new Executive Orders.

Topics include:

• Changes in the performance opportunity period timeline
• Modifications to Douglas, including comparator penalties
• The undoing of progressive discipline
• Restrictions on official time for union activity
• What rights – if any – unions have any more

You won’t want to miss this important session. Register your site today.

Price

$225 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

Unless you’ve just returned from a remote island with no connection to the rest of the world, you’ve probably heard about the new Executive Orders, issued May 25, that are purported to significantly change the civil service protections that have been in place for nearly four decades.

Some changes are small, but others radically alter the status quo. Now is the time for federal attorneys, HR and LER specialists, union reps, and federal supervisors, to tune in and see exactly what these changes will mean in your day-to-day life. Join FELTG President William Wiley, attorney at law, on June 27 for a 60-minute discussion about the most important takeaways from the new Executive Orders.

Topics include:

• Changes in the performance opportunity period timeline
• Modifications to Douglas, including comparator penalties
• The undoing of progressive discipline
• Restrictions on official time for union activity
• What rights – if any – unions have any more

You won’t want to miss this important session. Register your site today.

Price

$225 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

William Wiley

Course Description

You’ve probably heard about the new Executive Orders, issued May 25, that significantly changed the civil service protections that have been in place for nearly four decades. You’ve probably also heard about the federal court decision on August 24, issued by D.C. District Court Judge Ketanji Jackson, that declared several provisions of those Executive Orders to be invalid.

So, as of today, what exactly are agencies and unions required to do under these Executive Orders, and what are they no longer allowed to do? The times are changing so fast, it can be a real challenge to keep up with the world of federal employment and labor law. But don’t worry, FELTG is here to help. Join William Wiley, attorney at law, on September 17 for a 60-minute discussion about the most important takeaways from this 120+ page legal decision.

Topics include:

• What the court said about agencies imposing a 25 percent cap on the use of official time, and the status of taxpayer-funded union time
• Whether agencies are allowed to charge union to rent space and equipment
• Whether union employees are allowed to take performance ratings or removals before an arbitrator
• Whether the court agreed that 30-day PIPs can be imposed on all agency employees
• The brand-new, never-seen-before requirement for “flexibility” in bargaining
• And much more!

You won’t want to miss this session. Register your site today.

Price

$225 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructors

William Wiley, Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

 1

It’s that time of year again! And boy, do we have some new material, with the new executive orders on accountability and labor relations, plus several much-anticipated FLRA decisions bringing clarity to questions we’ve had for years.

Twice a year we update you with what’s new from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA, and this one looks to be better than ever.

Join FELTG attorneys William Wiley and Deborah Hopkins as they combine forces for a fast-paced discussion on the most surprising, significant and groundbreaking recent decisions and trends from the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. If you’ve attended a past edition, you know this is not your standard [“boring”] case law update, but an editorial discussion that not only informs you about current cases, but explains how they impact your daily work whether you’re a lawyer, or an HR, ER, LR or EEO practitioner.

Bill and Deb will share where we’ve been and where we’re headed with the trends and regulations that influence your workplace and the way issues are litigated in your agency or union. Plus, ask your questions and get answers in real time.

We’d love to tell you now about the cases and regulations that will be discussed, but that’s entirely up to the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA. Stay tuned!

Price

$270 per site

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $25 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

Meghan Droste

Course Description

 1.5

Effective writing directly impacts whether you win or lose a case before the EEOC. One of the most powerful tools to use in EEO complaints is the Motion for Summary Judgment. Join attorney at law Meghan Droste as she spends 90 minutes taking you through the best practices you need to draft a strong motion that will withstand even the harshest scrutiny.

After setting out the basics on summary judgment procedures and standards, Ms. Droste will show you how to:

• Organize for the motion
• Draft the motion using IRAC (and explain why IRAC isn’t just for law school exams)
• Edit your work

Participants will also deconstruct segments from sample summary judgment motions, and will learn how to spot strengths and weaknesses throughout the writing process. Whether you’ve been an attorney for years, or you’ve never been to law school, this is a session EEO practitioners won’t want to miss. Register your site today.

Price

Early Bird Tuition: $275 per site (registration submitted by February 25)                                                                            Standard Tuition: $305 per site (registration submitted February 26 or later)

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $35 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

Jim Protin

Course Description

Your agency’s Office of Inspector General employs investigators, auditors, evaluators, and, sometimes, armed special agents. Its mission is to prevent and detect waste, fraud, and abuse, and promote economy, effectiveness, and efficiency of Agency operations, and it does that by investigating potential violations of law or misconduct and auditing or evaluating the agency’s operations and systems.

If it sounds like your OIG’s mission may overlap or interconnect with your office’s mission, you’re right. So it’s important that you not only have a clear picture of what the OIG does, but also how to work with them. Jim Protin, whose 30-year federal career included several positions in the National Security Agency’s Office of Inspector General, will explain both.

In this 90-minute webinar, Mr. Protin will review how the IG’s statutory authority was created, how it has developed, and what it means to you that the OIG is “independent.”

Attendees will learn:

• The various types, purposes, and qualifications of Inspector Generals.
• The agency information that the OIG has access to, and any limitations it has on that information.
• What triggers responsibility for you to notify the OIG of something.
• How the OIG reports its findings.
• The situations in which the OIG will work directly interact with the agency.

Price

Early Bird Tuition: $275 per site (payment required by May 27)

Standard Tuition: $305 per site (for payments made May 28 or later)

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $35 each, if space is available.

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Instructors

Deborah Hopkins

Course Description

Reprisal is a term that gets used a lot, but did you know that it has different definitions in different cases? If you join FELTG President Deborah Hopkins during this 90-minute webinar to find out exactly where the differences lie, you just might save your agency from losing a reprisal case.

During this interactive discussion, Ms. Hopkins will explain the legal background on the various forms of reprisal and why it’s such an important area of focus in federal employee statutory protection. From there, she will talk about:

• Whistleblower reprisal: the standards, burden of proof, and actions that constitute reprisal
• The many forms of EEO reprisal and why it’s the most common category in discrimination findings
• Reprisal for union activity, including what type of activity falls outside the bounds of coverage
• What is legal and not legal when considering someone’s veteran status in making employment-related decisions
• The distinction between reprisal and retaliation

This is an event you won’t want to miss, whether you’re an attorney, LER specialist, EEO specialist, union official or supervisor. We hope you’ll join us.

Price

Early Bird Tuition: $275 per site (registration submitted by June 3)

Standard Tuition: $305 per site (registration submitted June 4 or later)

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $35 each, on a space-available basis.

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Instructor

Deborah Hopkins, Joe Schimansky

Course Description

The drama continues.

President Trump issued three Executive Orders last year aimed at curtailing union activity and increasing supervisors’ ability to hold employees accountable for misconduct and shoddy performance. Three months later, several provisions of those Executive Orders were set aside as illegal, per a D.C. District Court judge decision.

And now, almost a year since the District Court decision, its ruling has been overturned by an Appeals Court. The Executive Orders are no longer enjoined.

If you think this all seems confusing, you’re not alone. As always, you can count on FELTG to help you through these confusing times. Join FELTG President and Attorney at Law Deborah Hopkins and Joseph Schimansky, former Executive Director of the Federal Service Impasses Panel (FSIP), on July 31 for a 60-minute discussion about the most important takeaways from this decision. They will explain the key provisions of the Executive Orders, and spell out  exactly your agencies can, cannot, and should do under these EOs.

You’ll leave this important webinar with answers to the the 6 Ws:

You can’t afford to miss this session. Register your site now.

Price

• $225 per site through July 26, 2019.
• $255 per site July 27, 2019 and later.

Teleworkers may be added to a main site registration for $35 each, on a space-available basis.