This presentation will provide a practical, lawyer-focused overview of generative artificial intelligence covering how modern AI systems work and the significant legal, ethical, and operational risks they introduce. We will examine security, privacy, and professional responsibility considerations – including attorney competence, confidentiality, sanctions, and legislative and judicial responses – alongside actionable guidance for responsible implementation, use, and risk management. This presentation is eligible for submission for CLE credit and is designed to equip legal personnel with both strategic understanding and actionable governance practices for responsible AI adoption.

This webinar will be offered to AALA members only for continuing legal education credit. If you are not currently an AALA member but want access to this webinar, you can become a member here.

Members:

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Please note the following:

1. This webinar is offered to current AALA members only as a part of the member benefits.

2. This program is being offered for CLE credit in each state and reporting will not occur until after the program.

3. Pre-registration and active participation during the program are required in order to receive credit.

4. AALA is seeking CLE approval from the most stringent states before the program and approval for all other states will be sought afterwards. AALA will do its best to seek CLE credit for all members who attend, but it is possible that some states may not approve the webinar.

5. CLE credit will not be offered to those who only watch the recorded version provided after the webinar on the member portal.

This presentation provides a broad overview of developing an energy generation project, from siting through offtake. With demand for new energy generation growing, the topic is timely as agricultural producers are increasingly offered opportunities to partner with energy developers by leasing land for wind, solar, battery, and geothermal projects.

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Scott will talk about the rise in distress debt and bankruptcies in the last 12 months.  The focus of his remarks will be on how to triage the “important issues” from the unimportant ones.  He’ll talk about when to extend or modify a loan versus calling a default.  And he will talk about what an attorney for the debtor (and a possible bankruptcy trustee) will be looking at when a bankruptcy case is filed vis-à-vis a creditor.  Finally, he will discuss how best to keep an asset cash flowing, even in distressed times.

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The Federal Crop Insurance Program has developed over several decades and continues to evolve through implementation of final rule-making decisions. Lauren Ward will walk through the basic things you need to know about the program, its policies, and recent updates impacting implementation.

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In this webinar we will explore recent developments in food law and what they mean for today’s legal landscape.

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This webinar covers new FinCEN real estate reporting requirements and how ongoing litigation may impact their enforcement.

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) is evaluating updates to its reporting framework under the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of 1978 (“AFIDA”), as part of a broader trend of increased federal scrutiny of foreign investment in U.S. agricultural and forest lands. This webinar will look at the potential changes and the interaction with other regulatory regimes.

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Burnout has reached critical levels in the legal profession—nearly 80% of legal professionals report experiencing burnout, and 40% have considered leaving the profession entirely due to stress. This presentation examines the occupational phenomenon of burnout, distinguishing it from everyday stress. Attendees will learn to recognize burnout warning signs in themselves and colleagues, understand the key differences between stress and burnout, and discover practical strategies for response and recovery.

Please note the following:

1. This webinar is offered to current AALA members only as a part of the member benefits.

2. This program is being offered for CLE credit in each state and reporting will not occur until after the program.

3. Pre-registration and active participation during the program are required in order to receive credit.

4. AALA is seeking CLE approval from the most stringent states before the program and approval for all other states will be sought afterwards. AALA will do its best to seek CLE credit for all members who attend, but it is possible that some states may not approve the webinar.

5. CLE credit will not be offered to those who only watch the recorded version provided after the webinar on the member portal.

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The American Agricultural Law Association (AALA) is proud to host its 47th Annual Agricultural Law Educational Symposium, bringing together leading agricultural law professionals for three days of in-depth education, discussion, and connection.

Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

Attendees will have the opportunity to earn:

• Up to 3 CLE credits on Thursday

• Approximately 13 CLE credits on Friday and Saturday*

(*CLE credit approval is pending and subject to state requirements.)

AALA 2026 Symposium Sponsorship Levels 

For sponsorship information, contact Executive Director Liz Icenogle at Liz@aglaw-assn.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Dallas.

For more information, please e-mail us at info@aglaw-assn.org or use this websiteʼs contact form.

* AALA will submit sessions deemed eligible for continuing legal education (CLE) credits to symposium registrants’ states. CLE credits are granted based on individual attendance records and state CLE rules. Note that approvals will vary because each state has different CLE requirements and rules. For example, not every state calculates CLE credits based on the clock hour. Not every state will grant CLE credits for each session submitted by AALA. In all events, AALA is committed to providing top-quality, relevant CLE that will be approved for most states.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act enacted significant tax provisions that impact farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners. In this one-hour webinar, agricultural tax expert Kristine Tidgren, Director of the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation, will break down the key tax changes introduced by the OBBBA legislation, explaining how these provisions may affect your operation as you close out 2025 and prepare for the 2026 tax year. With practical examples and actionable planning tips, Kristine will help producers understand the implications of the new rules and how to make informed decisions that support long-term financial stability.