Morocco (3 Cities)
Law in the Medina
October 24 – November 1, 2026
12 CLE Hours
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Gray Boutique Hotel Casablanca | Fes Marriott Jnan Palace | Jaal Riad Resort
Gray Boutique Hotel Casablanca | Fes Marriott Jnan Palace | Jaal Riad Resort
Gray Boutique Hotel Casablanca offers views over the Triangle d’Or district of Casablanca with its many boutiques.
Fes Marriott Hotel Jnan Palace a beacon of luxury, you’ll experience an uncommon, remarkable stay.
Jaal Riad Resort is a 5-star hotel and spa is located in central Marrakech.
Morocco (3 Cities)
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Featured Speakers
Chief Judge John Irwin (Ret.)
One of the original six judges appointed to the Nebraska Court of Appeals, Judge Irwin served almost 25 years on the bench, six as Chief Judge. He served as President of the Council of Chief Judges and remains active with that national organization. Beyond the courtroom, Judge Irwin taught Appellate Litigation at Creighton University School of Law and served on the Faculty of the Appellate Practice Institute, one of the nation’s premier appellate advocacy programs when it was presented by the ABA’s Council of Appellate Lawyers and Appellate Judges Conference.
Paula J. Yost Managing Attorney & Licensed Professional Counselor
Paula is the Managing Attorney at her firm and also a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Clinician. She often focuses on trademark prosecution, having prosecuted over 400 brands. She also focuses on the issues at the confluence of law and mental well being, frequently working as a court appointed Guardian ad Litem for the mentally ill and deemed potentially incompetent.
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 24, 2026
ARRIVAL
Transportation from airport to hotel provided
Pickup from Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport (CMN)
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Tonight, meet your fellow travelers for a 1-hour private reception. Includes one (1) drink per person – house wine or beer or soft drink – along with samples of the local cuisine.
Sunday, October 25, 2026 (B)
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Building a Better Brief
Chief Judge John Irwin (Ret.)
The goal of a brief is to persuade the court that your argument is the correct one. This must be done quickly because judges read massive numbers of briefs monthly. Learn how to write from a judge’s perspective not yours. Discover legal writing techniques that produce a concise, coherent brief that appreciates the judge’s time constraints. Master writing skills that reflect what judges want to see in your brief.
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
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10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
The Ethics of Dealing with Juvenile Clients (1 Ethics)
Paula J. Yost
In this presentation mental health counselor and attorney Paula Yost will demonstrate how to deal with generational trauma, differences in age groups, and how to connect families to services. She will go over the signs of a burgeoning mental illness in a child and how your role as a lawyer can set a family up for future success or can contribute to failure. This presentation acts as a reminder of how critically important the work we do is, complete with statistics on how and why children commit crimes.
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Client and Attorney Wellness: How to Take Care of You and Your Client
Paula J. Yost
This presentation will explore fun facts about neuroscience, the parasympathetic nervous system, and overall function of the brain as a critical element of our health. We’ll learn about therapy, why it works, how it works, and how to recognize when it’s needed. We’ll also spend real time discussing how to raise that need with clients.
2:00 p.m.
Morocco City Tour
Discover Morocco’s largest city and economic capital, Casablanca, best representation of the modern side of Morocco. Begin the city tour of Casablanca with an outside visit of Hassan II Mosque. It is the largest mosque in the country and the 7th largest in the world. You then continue to the Ain Diab Corniche for a pleasant stroll along the coast. Your next stop is Mohammed V Square in the city center. The city tour also includes the Habous Quarter, one of the oldest areas in Casablanca. The district was built by the French in the 1930s as an attempted solution to the ongoing housing shortage. It marries the best of traditional Moroccan architecture with modern facilities and French ideals – even the mosque fronts onto a strip of grassy lawn just like a village church.
Monday, October 26, 2026 (B,D)
9:00 a.m.
Overnight Tour Casablanca - Rabat – Fez
After breakfast, depart overland along the main highway which links these two major cities towards Rabat. Embark on a city tour which highlights Rabat’s cultural influences and the superbly preserved relics of its Moorish past. Rabat’s most famous site is the Hassan Tower, the incomplete minaret of the great mosque built in the beginning of 12th century. Located alongside is the mausoleum dedicated to Mohamed V, the grandfather of the current king, then the Oudaya Kasbah, built on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Its gate is one of the most beautiful surviving from the Moorish world, and within its walls you’ll explore a delightful Moroccan garden. At the conclusion of your sightseeing, continue overland to Fez. Dinner and overnight.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 (B,D)
All Day
Overnight Tour of Fez El Bali (Old Fez) and Fez El Jedid (New Fez)
Today, step back into the Middle Ages as you explore Fez El Bali (Old Fez), Morocco’s cultural heart and one of the most timeless cities in the world. Wander through the 9,000 narrow lanes, alleys, and souks of the city’s 8th-century old quarter, once a renowned center of medieval learning. Highlights include the Karaouine, one of the world’s oldest functioning universities, the 14th-century Attarine Medersa with stunning Hispano-Moorish architecture, and the Bouanania Medersa, which served as both a mosque and educational institute. You’ll also visit Nejjarine Square, known for its intricate mosaic fountain, and the nearby Fondouq, now a museum of carpentry artifacts.
Explore Fez El Jedid (New Fez), built by the Merinides Dynasty in the 13th century. Highlights include the Royal Palace, mosques, madrasas, souks, and the city wall. The Mellah (Jewish quarter) offers a unique glimpse into Jewish architecture, featuring ornate wrought iron windows and carved wood balconies on old mansions. The medieval Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, adds to the rich history of the area. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 (B,D)
All Day
Overnight Tour: Fez - Volubilis - Meknes – Fez
Journey overland to explore the Roman ruins of Volubilis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to some of the best-preserved Roman ruins in North Africa. With its triumphal arches, basilicas and capitals, the Volubilis skyline brims with iconic examples of Roman architecture. Among its greatest treasures, however, are the amazing mosaic floors of former family dwellings, which include depictions of Orpheus charming animals with his lyre, nine dolphins signifying good luck and a portrait of Amphitrite in a seahorse-drawn chariot. Continue to Meknes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the imperial cities of Morocco. Meknes is replete with fantastic historical sites, from minarets to museums, to enormous mosaic doors and royal golf courses. Among the most popular attractions are the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail, the Nejjardine Mosque and Grand Mosque (outside visit) as well as the Bab Mansour, Bab Lakmis, and Bab Berdaine gates. Return to Fez for an evening at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Thursday, October 29, 2026 (B)
All Day
Continued Tour Fez - Ifrane – Marrakech
Today, transfer to Marrakech. We experience the natural & wilder landscapes beyond Fez. Drive to the high alpine region of Ifrane National Park (encompasses Azrou and several Berber villages), filled with cedar and oak forests and home to the world’s largest population of Barbary macaques, hundreds of animals and birds and the oldest tree in Morocco’s Middle Atlas, the 130-foot Gouraud’s Cedar. The largest cedar forest in the world is found in this park, and several lakes or Dayats abound in the nearby areas. The Lion of Ifrane sits majestically in the city center and is certainly one of the most photographed sites of the region. Ifrane feels more like Switzerland relocated to the Middle Atlas than North Africa, with its clean air, scrubbed streets and leafy outlook. The French built it in 1930, deliberately trying to re-create an alpine-style resort. It is a popular summer day trip for picnickers; in the winter, the affluent flock here to ski. Stop for lunch break enroute (on your own) before continuing to Marrakech via the highway your overnight.
Friday, October 30, 2026 (B,D)
All Day
Marrakech Sightseeing
Enjoy a full-day guided tour of Marrakech, Morocco’s “Red City” and most popular tourist destination, renowned for its clay-red houses, lush gardens, and the High Atlas Mountains backdrop. Once the capital of three great dynasties since the 11th century, Marrakech boasts architectural jewels like the towering Koutoubia minaret and the opulent Bahia Palace, showcasing 19th-century privileged life. Visit the Tiskiwin Museum, founded by a Dutch anthropologist, featuring North African arts and crafts from the ancient trade route to Timbuktu. Explore the vibrant Djemaa el-Fna square with its juice stalls, performers, and street musicians, and wander through the bustling souks filled with diverse wares. End the day with leisure time and dinner at a local restaurant with entertainment before returning to your hotel for the night.
Saturday, October 31, 2026 (B)
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Ethical Concerns When Representing Mentally Ill Clients (2 Ethics)
Paula J. Yost
Almost every lawyer will encounter a mentally ill client at some point. How this is managed can vary based on local ethical requirements. However, one constant is the way that mental illnesses often present themselves. This presentation will cover topics like when to ask for guardianship, how to keep yourself safe, how to try to make sure your client understands what is happening, knowing when it is time to withdraw, and how to seek support along the way. We’ll walk-through real-life examples of hypothetical situations involving clients and how to manage them.
10:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
BREAK
10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Stronger Oral Arguments
Chief Judge John Irwin (Ret.)
An oral argument must be a conversation. It’s not enough to deliver an argument from memory or read from notes. Judges have read the briefs and want to hone in quickly on their concerns. All this means that the appellate lawyer must feel comfortable talking about the case. You must have a feel for what it’s like to talk about the case and to answer questions on the fly. Learn techniques and insights to strengthen your oral argument.
Afternoon
On Your Own
Sunday, November 1, 2026 (B)
DEPARTURE
Transportation from airport to hotel provided in the morning
Morning transportation provided to the Marrakesh Menara Airport (RAK)
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One Traveler-1 CLE Pass
$5500
$1,000/PP Deposit thru August 1, 2026
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Two Travelers-1 CLE Pass
$7500
$1,000/PP Deposit thru August 1, 2026
TWO ATTORNEYS
Two Travelers-2 CLE Passes
$8500
$1,000/PP Deposit thru August 1, 2026
A $500 late registration fee will apply for registrations completed after August 1, 2026.
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