CLES with a View
Travel the world with Comedian of Law and explore life-changing legal concepts in the places where history happened.
Trails of Socrates Learn the essence of free speech and democracy where it all began.
GREECE
Walk the streets where Western philosophy was born and experience the city that shaped democracy and the rule of law. From the iconic Acropolis and Parthenon to the bustling Plaka district, Athens offers an unforgettable blend of ancient history and vibrant modern culture. Enjoy incredible cuisine, breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, and some of the world’s most important archaeological sites.
During your CLE, explore the trial of Socrates, the philosopher sentenced to death in 399 B.C. for allegedly corrupting the youth and showing impiety toward the gods. Was he a threat to democracy—or a victim of political unrest and public opinion? More than 2,400 years later, his trial remains strikingly relevant, raising timeless questions about free speech, civic responsibility, government power, due process, and the rights of those who challenge popular beliefs. Discover how this ancient proceeding helped shape modern legal ethics and continues to influence our understanding of justice, individual liberty, and the rule of law.
The Trial of Jesus Explore the faith, law, and history behind the most consequential trial of all time.
ISRAEL
Journey through one of the world’s most historically and spiritually significant destinations, where faith, history, and law intersect. Explore Jerusalem’s Old City, the Mount of Olives, Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, and sacred sites that have shaped religious traditions and civilizations for thousands of years.
Study the Trial of Jesus, including the authority of the Sanhedrin, the role of Pontius Pilate, and the intersection of Roman and Jewish law. Examine questions of jurisdiction, due process, witness testimony, political pressure, and capital punishment surrounding one of history’s most consequential trials.
The Magna Carta Down goes the King! Relive the creation of the Common Law.
LONDON
Discover one of the world’s great legal capitals. Visit Westminster, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, and the centuries-old Inns of Court while enjoying London’s remarkable blend of history, architecture, theater, and culture.
Learn how the Magna Carta, sealed in 1215, became one of history’s most influential legal documents. Although originally intended to settle a dispute between King John and rebellious barons, its enduring principles of due process, limited government, and the rule of law helped transform the relationship between citizens and those who govern them. Its influence can be seen in the English legal system, the United States Constitution and Bill of Rights, and democratic governments around the world. More than 800 years later, the Magna Carta remains a powerful symbol of individual liberty, government accountability, and the principle that no one—not even a king—is above the law.
Experience the fascinating contrast of ancient traditions and cutting-edge innovation. From peaceful temples and historic shrines to vibrant cityscapes, incredible cuisine, and the beauty of Mount Fuji, Japan offers an unforgettable travel experience.
This CLE examines the International Military Tribunal for the Far East, commonly known as the Tokyo War Crimes Trials. Explore the prosecution of Japanese military and political leaders following World War II, the legal precedents established, and the continuing debates surrounding international justice and accountability. Beyond the courtroom, examine the profound human cost of the war—including the suffering of civilians, prisoners of war, and communities devastated across Asia and the Pacific. Discover how these trials helped shape modern international criminal law while raising enduring questions about justice, responsibility, reconciliation, and how societies remember the darkest chapters of history.
The War Crimes Trial Letting War Criminals off easy.
TOKYO
The Trials of Galileo Discover what happened when scientific truth challenged the power of the Church.
ITALY
From Rome and Florence to Tuscany and Venice, Italy offers breathtaking landscapes, remarkable architecture, world-famous cuisine, and centuries of artistic achievement. Every destination reflects the country’s extraordinary cultural heritage.
Examine the famous trial of Galileo Galilei, whose support of the heliocentric model brought him before the Roman Inquisition in 1633. Discover how science, religion, politics, and law collided in one of history’s most significant legal proceedings. Galileo’s trial became a defining moment in the struggle for intellectual freedom, transforming how society views the relationship between scientific discovery, religious authority, and the freedom to challenge accepted beliefs. Its legacy helped shape modern principles of academic inquiry, freedom of thought, and the pursuit of truth—ideas that continue to influence our legal and cultural world today.
GERMANY
Experience Germany’s rich history while visiting medieval villages, magnificent castles, and world-renowned museums. Explore Berlin, Bavaria, and the beautiful Rhine Valley while immersing yourself in one of Europe’s most influential—and consequential—legal histories.
The Nuremberg Trials transformed international criminal law by holding government and military leaders personally accountable for war crimes and crimes against humanity. Examine the legal principles created and their lasting influence on human rights and modern tribunals. Walking through a former concentration camp brings this history into heartbreaking focus, transforming legal study into a deeply human lesson about injustice, accountability, and our responsibility to prevent such atrocities from happening again.
The Nuremberg Trials Creation of international law and crime against humanity. The world responds to Hitler.
True Crime at Sea Dive into fascinating criminal cases from Murder to Verdict.
Set sail on an unforgettable CLE experience with our True Crime at Sea series, exploring some of the most fascinating criminal cases ever tried. Analyze investigations, forensic evidence, courtroom strategies, and verdicts alongside fellow legal professionals while cruising to some of the world’s most breathtaking destinations.
From tropical islands and majestic glaciers to historic ports and vibrant coastal cities, each itinerary offers opportunities to discover remarkable cultures, iconic landmarks, and memorable excursions. Enjoy luxury accommodations, exceptional dining, world-class entertainment, and plenty of time to relax— all while earning valuable CLE credit. It’s the perfect blend of professional development, adventure, and relaxation, both on board and ashore.
Humor on the High Seas Serious legal insights delivered with a healthy dose of laughter
Turn your CLE requirements into an extraordinary journey. Cruise to remarkable destinations, from sun-soaked islands and dramatic glaciers to historic ports and lively coastal cities. Each voyage offers new cultures to discover, memorable excursions to enjoy, and plenty of time to relax. With luxurious accommodations, outstanding cuisine, exceptional entertainment, and engaging educational programming, this is CLE unlike anything you have experienced before.
Our signature Comedic De-Briefing of the Law delivers timely legal developments, essential ethics guidance, and practical insights through Joel’s one-of-a-kind humor. You’ll return home with valuable CLE credits, useful knowledge, great memories, and a renewed enthusiasm for the law.
About the Presenter
Joel Oster, ESQ.
Joel is a litigator, national speaker, podcaster and stand-up comic. He currently is in private practice specializing in attorney ethics and constitutional law. Being the host of the podcast, DeBriefing the Law, Joel regularly speaks on attorney ethics nationwide on issues relating to attorneys reaching their full protentional in the practice of law. Joel has spoken to numerous bench and bar conferences and as well as other specialized attorney conferences.
Joel has been lead counsel on two cases that ended up at the United States Supreme Court. He was counsel for the town of Greece, New York in the landmark case Galloway v. Greece. Joel argued the case before the United States District Court for the Western District of New York and the Second Circuit, and was part of the legal team presenting the case to the U.S. Supreme Court where they successfully defended the Town against a challenge to its practice of opening its sessions with an invocation. In addition, Joel argued Trinity Lutheran v. Comer before the Western District of Missouri and the Eighth Circuit, before the Supreme Court decided the case in favor of his clients.
Joel has also spoken to thousands of attorneys across the United States and has learned from their successful and unsuccessful legal practices. Joel brings this practical perspective to all his seminars.
Oster earned his J.D. in 1997 from the University of Kansas School of Law. Oster is admitted to the bar in Kansas, Missouri, Florida, and numerous federal courts.
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