Though the countdown to 2026 is long past, we're here today with a different countdown: the Top 10 PBI CLEs of 2025! From Supreme Court analysis to AI deep dives, and practical estate procedures to mindfulness in the courtroom; these are the most-attended live webcasts that made the biggest impact across the legal community this past year. The best part? If you missed out, you can always catch them in our on-demand library—free with a ProPass subscription!
So, if you're aiming to get a headstart on your compliance or looking to revisit the year's most essential topics, then look no further than these standout courses. Without further ado: Our Top 10 PBI CLEs of 2025!
10. Key Mistakes to Avoid with Residential Agreements of Sale
Kicking our list off is a favorite among real estate attorneys and general practitioners alike! The residential real estate world was rocked in 2024, and Key Mistakes to Avoid with Residential Agreements of Sale was our answer. Packed with real-world examples, this session offered practical guidance for avoiding costly pitfalls in residential transactions.
9. Workers' Compensation Bench and Bar Conference 2025
It's no surprise to see the Workers' Comp Bench and Bar Conference on this list! A PBI favorite, this year's conference brought together judges, practitioners, and workers' comp pros to discuss case law updates, best practices, and advocacy strategies. If you work in the comp space, it's an essential download.
Attorneys have a special responsibility in furthering the public's understanding of the rule of law, ensuring access to justice, and fostering trust in the legal system. The Rule of Law 2025 tackled foundational questions about the state of the judiciary, constitutional order, and the ethical obligations of lawyers in a shifting political landscape. This thought-provoking CLE is ideal for attorneys concerned about democracy, justice, and their role in both.
7. Understanding Anger: Mindfulness Strategies for Lawyers
In a high-stress, high-stakes profession, anger isn’t uncommon—but how we respond to it makes all the difference. Attorneys are fighting back against burnout and embracing mindfulness, and the enthusiasm for this course certainly reflected that! This standout program helped attorneys better understand anger triggers, de-escalation techniques, and the neuroscience of emotion. Understanding Anger: Mindfulness Strategies for Lawyers was an essential addition to our on-demand library and to this list.
6. Register of Wills - Top Questions & Procedures
Estate practitioners and generalists alike loved this practical course focused on Pennsylvania’s Register of Wills offices. From filing common petitions to navigating new procedural updates, this session quickly became a go-to for clarity and confidence in estate work.
5. Learning Legal Ethics From the Lincoln Lawyer: Season 2
This popular course was greenlit for a season 2 after the success of the last! After all, who doesn't enjoy diving headfirst into high-stakes cases and serious ethical dilemmas, courtesy of Netflix's hit show The Lincoln Lawyer? Using episodes from the popular series, Learning Legal Ethics from the Lincoln Lawyer sparked deeper discussion around real-world ethical dilemmas, making it one of the most fun and insightful programs we offered last year. Because who says ethics can't be entertaining?
Always relevant, always required, and always evolving...that's Essential Ethics! This year’s edition of our most trusted ethics program addressed new challenges in confidentiality, virtual practice, trust accounting, and client communication. Whether you need those golden ethics credits or simple clarity on the issues, it’s a top choice for both.
3. Getting Started with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 2025: Harnessing AI for Smarter Time Management
It shouldn't be shocking to see CLE centered on AI in two out of the top three spots. It's essential that attorneys keep up with this evolving technology, and many did just that by signing up for this beginner-friendly course on understanding how AI tools can optimize your daily workflow. This course was a major hit, especially among solo and small firm attorneys!
2. Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Law: Be Aware, Be Afraid, Be Prepared
AI continuously made headlines this year and lawyers leaned in. Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Law explored the real implications of AI tools in legal research, client communication, drafting, and ethics. Attendees walked away with practical knowledges and a deeper understanding of what responsible AI use looks like in the profession.
Keep an eye out for even more AI-centered courses coming up in 2026! Register for A Day in the Life of a Lawyer with Practical AI on Feb 18 or Getting Started with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in 2026: Harnessing AI for a Smarter Practice on April 29!
Drumroll, please! Coming in at number one, our most popular webcast of the year...
1. U.S. Supreme Court Roundup 2025
Earning the crown by a mere five attendees, it's the annual U.S. Supreme Court Roundup! A must-watch breakdown of the term's most significant rulings, this course tackled everything from constitutional law shifts to landmark decisions in administrative and civil rights law. If you practice litigation, policy, or public interest law, this session always delivers a year's worth of insights in one afternoon, and is vital for keeping ahead of the curve.
If you missed any of these CLEs—or want to rewatch a session that really hit home—you can access them through PBI’s on-demand library. Stay sharp, stay current, and get the credit you need without waiting for a live webcast.
Here's to another year of learning! I wonder which courses we'll see on 2026's Top Ten? That's up to you!
