Worldwide CLE Calendar - Continuing Legal Education

California Trial Evidence 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

Mastering the complexities of California evidence often can be the difference between winning and losing at trial.  Recent case law and statutory developments in the law of evidence render this mastery critical in modern litigation and trials.  This program is designed to give you the most up-to-date information on California evidence standards.  The panelists represent top-flight t...

Practising Law Institute

Employment Law Institute 2013

New York, New York, USA

Our annual Employment Law Institute combines a comprehensive review of case law and regulatory developments, an in-depth analysis of emerging issues, and best practices to maximize employment law compliance, mitigate legal risk and achieve business objectives. The faculty is comprised of nationally recognized management and plaintiffs’ attorneys, members of the judiciary, in-house counsel and gove...

Practising Law Institute

IP Licensing in E-Commerce: What Business Lawyers Need To Know

, USA

Register today for this practical CLE program on IP licensing so that you can learn the basics of how intellectual property exists on the internet for your clients who conduct business online, including specific tips on licensing terms and conditions that meet the e-commerce legal needs of your clients.

Our expert faculty will give specific advice on IP licensing, including a discussion of ...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Crowdfunding

, USA

Attend this CLE program on crowdfunding, led by a faculty of extraordinarily experienced practitioners, commentators, and presenters, to learn how existing and proposed options for crowdfunding could drastically change your clients’ capital raising options.

You'll learn the answers to these questions:

Does the section 4(a)(6) exemption for crowdfunding offer any advantages over Rule ...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

“Reverse-Payment” License Agreements: A Review of the Hatch-Waxman Act Post-Actavis

, USA

On June 17, 2013, the U.S. Supreme Court in FTC v. Actavis held that reverse-payment licensing agreements used to settle Paragraph IV ANDA (part of the Hatch-Waxman Act) litigation are subject to antitrust scrutiny. Thus, governments and private parties may now bring lawsuits against brand-name drug manufacturers to challenge the drug companies’ “pay to delay” practices. In light of Actavis, what ...

American Bar Association

Advising Nonprofit Orgs: Complying with Limits on Compensation, Benefits, and Other Payments

, USA

Not only is the tax-exempt status of a charity sacred, but so is its integrity and good name!



Indeed, today’s nonprofit organizations are under heightened scrutiny by regulators to ensure compliance with federal and state laws. Excessive compensation and other benefits given to board members, trustees, officers, or key employees can trigger the private inurement prohibition, puttin...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

A Contract Drafter's Guide to Leases in a New Accounting Environment

, USA

Accounting for leases is undergoing a fundamental change that can have far-reaching effects on both financial reporting and compliance with covenants related to debt and other transactions. Lawyers who do not understand the new approach are at a distinct disadvantage in drafting or reviewing lease and loan agreements.



In A Contract Drafter's Guide to Leases in a New Accounting Envi...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Affirmative Action Workshop

Arlington, Virginia, USA

A full day "primer" on the fundamentals of affirmative action in employment covering the history and authority of the Executive Order program, including what employers are covered, what they are required to do, how the OFCCP audits compliance, and sanctions OFCCP can impose for non-compliance, a summary of the OFCCP audit process, a detailed discussion of the discrimination law OFCCP applies, and ...

NELI

Broker/Dealer Regulation and Enforcement 2013

New York, New York, USA

The Dodd-Frank Act - frequently described as the most sweeping reform legislation in decades - and the contemplated, proposed or final rules implementing it, have significant implications for broker-dealers. The concurrent proliferation of new regulation and record-breaking enforcement activity by the DOJ, SEC, CFTC, states and SROs have created a strained and overburdened environment fo...

Practising Law Institute

Representing the Games Industry Client 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

The interactive games industry is expanding with blinding speed.  The nature of the products, delivery platforms, economic models, regulatory considerations, key players, content and financing issues are all inter-related parts of a big picture.  This from an industry that was virtually unknown 30 years ago!  Intellectual property, including videogames, has become one of America’s l...

Practising Law Institute

Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop 2013

New York, New York, USA

Legal drivers for corporate compliance and ethics programs continue to grow in complexity and importance. Compliance programs are now widely expected by enforcement personnel and key stakeholders, and good practices continue to evolve. In addition, the costs of non-compliance have never been greater. Enforcement risks increase as governments work together more than ever before, and harsh penalties...

Practising Law Institute

Negotiating Commercial Leases 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Practising Law Institute

Affirmative Action Briefing

Arlington, Virginia, USA

Here are representative topics included in our 2012 series - the agenda for 2013 will be available in July.

Recent Major Developments at OFCCP

Selected Recent OFCCP Cases of Importance

Selected Issues Raised by OFCCP's Section 503 and VEVRAA Regulatory Initiatives

Developments in Disability Law of Concern to Federal Contractors

How to Respond to OFCCP's Ever-Cha...

NELI

Understanding the Securities Laws 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Whether you are new to the field or seeking a quick refresher or an update, this is a securities law primer that you won’t want to miss. This program provides an overview and discussion of the basic aspects of the U.S. federal securities laws by leading in-house and law firm practitioners and key SEC representatives. Emphasis will be placed on the interplay among the Securities Act of 1933 and the...

Practising Law Institute

Mobile Technology: Health Care's Moving HIPAA and HITECH Targets

, USA

It is estimated that three-quarters of all physicians in the United States use their smartphones at work, and that 62 % of physicians use tablet technology in their practices. Mobile devices like laptops, smartphones, and tablets have completely transformed the way healthcare providers and insurance companies transact business, allowing them to coordinate and share information in real time. But th...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Preparing Your 401(k) Plan for a Government Audit

, USA

Sponsoring a 401(k) plan can be risky business – are you prepared for a government agency audit…?



Federal law requires an annual financial audit of 401(k) retirement plans with more than 100 participants. While this annual financial statement audit reviews some operations, it primarily focuses on financial issues and thus will not identify compliance issues or prepare the plan for ...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

5th Annual Labor & Employment Law

Portand, Oregon, USA

Labor and Employment law issues continue to be some of the thorniest areas of the law for lawyers, employers, and human resource professionals in both the public and private sectors of the Oregon economy. New legislative enactments, court decisions and government agency regulations, at both the State and Federal levels, continue to affect the employment relationship.

Employers, their human ...

The Seminar Group

Construction Project Scheduling & Delay Claims

Seattle, Washington, USA

"This exceptional cast of industry leaders will provide attendees with a thorough understanding of the legal and technical considerations which must be addressed when either submitting or reviewing a delay and/or acceleration claim. They will de-mystify the CPM Scheduling Jargon so you can intelligently see through the smoke and mirrors used in many claim analyses.

Attendees will leave with...

The Seminar Group

Waving Goodbye to the Attorney-Client Privilege: Express, Implied, and Subject Matter Waivers

, USA

The attorney-client privilege is a sacred aspect of the attorney-client relationship; it enables the client to make full disclosures and assists the lawyer in better representing the client’s interests. One of the chief ways this protection is lost, however, is through a waiver. How do these waivers, intentional or inadvertent, come about, and how can you protect against them?



Regi...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Am I Competent? The Ethical Use of Evolving Technologies

, USA

All lawyers are ethically responsible for providing competent representation to clients, and that includes ensuring that confidential client information is properly handled. But how do lawyers ensure they are acting competently when using new technologies, such as social media, devices including (but not limited to) smartphones, and “the cloud”? The ethical touchstone is reasonableness, but what d...

American Bar Association

Advanced Patent Licensing 2013: How to Make Money Without Getting Sued

San Francisco, California, USA

In the current economy, the heat is on to monetize patent portfolios. Thus, understanding patent transactions has never been more important. Experts in patent licensing will tell you how to get the most money from patent licensing, how to negotiate patent license agreements, and discuss “The Good, The Bad and The Ugly” examples from actual patent license agreements. The program will emphasize prac...

Practising Law Institute

Securities Filings 2013: Practical Guidance in a Changing Environment

San Francisco, California, USA

This popular program will analyze in detail the principal forms used for filings with the SEC under the Securities Act of 1933 (“Securities Act”), and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Exchange Act”), with particular emphasis on the mechanics of and timing for assembling particular filings. Each segment of the program will incorporate practical drafting and disclosure tips. Ethics credit and r...

Practising Law Institute

Commercial Real Estate Institute (15th Annual)

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Commercial real estate fundamentals (rents, vacancy rates and development activity), although slow, are visibly recovering with REITs outperforming other asset classes. Practitioners with a broad skill set will find it easier to achieve and maintain a viable real estate practice in this environment, given the general economy’s downward pressures on tenant retention, rental growth, development reve...

Practising Law Institute

Outsourcing 2013: Sourcing Critical Services

New York, New York, USA

The year 2013 brings new risks and new opportunities for companies sourcing or providing critical services, including information technology, finance and accounting, human resources, facilities management, analytics and other critical non-core functions. There are new technologies, such as Big Data and cloud computing. There are new laws and regulations, and in more and more countries. Also, cloud...

Practising Law Institute

Executive Compensation Issues in Mergers and Acquisitions

, USA

Attend this convenient 60-minute CLE program on executive compensation and benefits issues in mergers and acquisitions so that you can gain tips on the treatment of equity awards and other forms of executive compensation as well as the related tax issues that can create thorny issues in transactions. Three nationally-recognized experienced practitioners will outline the various steps of these tran...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Mutual Funds Today: Current Issues and Developments in Fund Regulation and Compliance

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Since 1975, ALI CLE has been the ‘go-to’ source for mutual fund regulatory updates and compliance issues. Newly updated for 2013, Mutual Funds Today, unequaled for its breadth, quality of instruction, and written materials, will give you an overview of mutual fund regulation and timely updates in every substantive area of mutual fund law today.



Register today for this interactive a...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Negotiating Oil and Gas Leasing

, USA

A resurgence of oil and gas exploration is marked by new drilling and completion techniques such as hydraulic fracturing and updated methods of horizontal drilling. And with new techniques come new issues to consider when negotiating oil and gas leases.



Attend this CLE program on negotiating oil and gas leases so you can learn the fundamentals of the oil and gas lease, which provis...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Year-End Retirement and Welfare Plan Issues and a Look Ahead to 2014: What to Do and Think About

Multi-Site, District of Columbia, USA

Are your benefit plans in order? With the end of 2013 fast approaching, this program will discuss recent developments and actions that should be completed by year end, as well as look to the hot issues to watch for in the year ahead.

Among the topics that will be discussed include:
* Year-end retirement plan amendments
* Issues in the determination review process
* EPCRS for la...

ABA Joint Committee on Employee Benefits

Hot Topics in Cybersecurity Law

, USA

The legal risk and regulatory environment for cybersecurity is in a state of constant flux. New regulations, lawsuits and compliance obligations arise on a regular basis. Ever evolving risks are shaping the fast-growing cyber legal world and attorneys need up-to-date information. Join our lineup of industry experts as they provide you with an up-to-the-minute discussion on key cybersecurity legal ...

American Bar Association

Protect Your Practice Website: Is Your Firm at Risk After Google’s Penguin 2.0 Algorithm Change?

, USA

Recently Matt Cutts, Google’s “Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Sheriff” in charge, announced some algorithm updates that, when implemented, will leave many law firms wondering what happened to their websites. Google has discovered a couple of large link networks they are planning to take down within the next few weeks and months; they are not tolerating unethical web service companies and website...

American Bar Association

Elements for Successful Business Succession Planning

, USA

It’s a fact: over 70% of family and closely-held businesses do not have viable business succession plans in place. Indeed, according to the Small Business Institute, approximately the same amount do not survive the transition from original business owner to second generation!



If you represent closely-held businesses, you have likely helped your entrepreneurial clients with organiza...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Disasters: Thinking About the Unthinkable

, USA

In the aftermath of the horrible suffering from natural disasters like Katrina, Ike, Sandy, wildfires, tornadoes, and more, must we retreat from vulnerable areas where things not only will get bad again, but could get worse? What solutions exist for state and local governments? How can we build a safer, sustainable society with less misery and suffering from foreseeable natural events? This sessio...

American Bar Association

An Insider's Guide To Starting Your Own Law Firm

, USA

Join Paul Jorgensen, a lawyer who successfully created his own law practice, in this CLE program on starting a law firm as he sets out a step-by-step approach to opening your law practice. Whether you’re a new attorney pondering a solo practice in a tough job market or a seasoned lawyer ready to embark on an exciting new career path, this webcast teaches you what you need to know to launch your ow...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Financial Services Industry Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Forum 2013

New York, New York, USA

In the aftermath of the financial crisis and recent scandals, and targeted examination and enforcement scrutiny, financial services firms’ corporate compliance and ethics programs are under intense observation. At this program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the relevant regulatory framework, as well as practical considerations regarding the design and implementation of such programs. A ...

Practising Law Institute

Section 1983 Civil Rights Litigation (30th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

Section 1983 authorizes private individuals to enforce their federal constitutional rights against state and local officials, and  is one of the most vital areas in American law. Although the original version of the statute dates back to 1871, Section 1983 litigation continues to generate new issues and difficult applications of established principles. The courts continually render a large vo...

Practising Law Institute

Ethics and Law Department Management 2013

New York, New York, USA

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iPad for Transactional Lawyers: Doing Deals with Your iPad

, USA

Business lawyers across the nation who want a competitive advantage in deal-making are bringing their iPads to the bargaining table. Why? Because they appreciate the convenience and efficiency of this time-saving device that puts thousands of useful apps at their fingertips. And with the recent release of the iOS 7, attorneys now have valuable new tools to work faster and smarter.



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American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Liar, Liar: What to Do When Your Client Lies

, USA

Clients sometimes lie. It is an unfortunate phenomenon that occurs whether they are afraid, confused, embarrassed, or just no good. Those lies can have serious ethical implications for lawyers who do not deal with them appropriately. This program will explore lawyers' duties - to their clients and to the judicial system - under the Model Rules of Professional Conduct, and what remedial steps they ...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Stop That Train: Strategies for Managing Legal Holds in E-Discovery

, USA

Attend this well-rounded CLE program on managing legal holds in e-discovery so you can learn how to comply with recent Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) amendments, draft internal and external legal hold letters; deal with new data types, cloud environments, and social media tools; determine the ‘life’ of a legal hold to avoid the risk of premature lifts; and handle international holds. At t...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

10th Annual northwest Private Equity and M&A Conference

Seattle, Washington, USA

Private equity continues to be a significant driver of merger, acquisition and IPO activity nationally and internationally. This seminar addresses the current state of the private equity market with a focus on deal terms and regulatory developments that will better enable you to educate and represent your clients.

Attendees will hear from experienced practitioners as well as from many of th...

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Design Professional Liability

Seattle, Washington, USA

Design Professionals are subject to some of the most perilous liability faced by any of the licensed professions. Architects and Engineers in particular, are subject to liability that can be dramatically out of proportion to prospective reward. Risks seem to multiply each year thanks to constantly evolving building science; new and sometimes untested technologies; sustainable design; and laws that...

The Seminar Group

Federal Civil Practice Update 2013: A Practical Guide to New Developments, Procedures & Strategies

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Practising Law Institute

Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2013

New York, New York, USA

Lawyers counseling businesses must possess a solid foundation in principles of antitrust law and an understanding of the latest antitrust developments. Running afoul of antitrust rules can result in class actions and treble damage litigation as well as government enforcement and adverse publicity. Are you prepared to provide practical answers to the antitrust questions your clients will ask? You w...

Practising Law Institute

Advocating for Veterans: The Basics on VA Benefits, Discharge Upgrades and Veteran Cultural Competency 2013 (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

There are over 21 million veterans in the U.S.; many of them are not aware of the benefits to which they are entitled.  Medical and financial assistance are available to men and women who have served in the military, but some who can qualify are not receiving the benefits that they need.  Attorneys can assist veterans with the problems that preclude them from receiving benefits, such as:...

Practising Law Institute

Nuts and Bolts of Corporate Bankruptcy 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Practising Law Institute

Commercial Real Estate Institute (15th Annual)

San Francisco, California, USA

Commercial real estate fundamentals (rents, vacancy rates and development activity), although slow, are visibly recovering with REITs outperforming other asset classes. Practitioners with a broad skill set will find it easier to achieve and maintain a viable real estate practice in this environment, given the general economy’s downward pressures on tenant retention, rental growth, development reve...

Practising Law Institute

Understanding the Intellectual Property License 2013

New York, New York, USA

Licensing can be used to gain access to intellectual property at a lower cost than developing or purchasing intellectual property assets, and as a way of generating new sources of revenue out of existing intellectual property assets. Companies are increasingly turning to licensing because it offers valuable economic and strategic opportunities. Virtually every business today must confront licensin...

Practising Law Institute

Pocket MBA Fall 2013: Finance for Lawyers

Chicago, Illinois, USA

The ability to identify and appropriately use financial and accounting information is relevant to a wide range of legal and regulatory matters for attorneys and allied professionals. Litigators and transactional attorneys alike will benefit from this practical course designed specifically for non-accountants and taught by members of the nation’s top accounting, tax and advisory firms, leading law ...

Practising Law Institute

Current Evidence Issues in Employment Litigation: Perspectives from the Bench and from Counsel

, USA

With a marked rise in employment litigation and significant Supreme Court rulings, labor and employment attorneys urgently need to stay abreast of the current perspectives on evidentiary issues. Whether you represent employers or employees, understanding today’s evidentiary landscape could be the difference between a large settlement and a small one!



Join an all-star panel of respe...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Mining in Alaska

Anchorage, Alaska, USA

This course will provide an overview of the mining industry in Alaska, focusing on the key legal issues likely to arise in mine permitting and how they influence mine design. By offering a broad perspective on the major laws governing this industry, the course will be of interest to attorneys, regulators, operators, land owners and consultants to the mining industry. It will include a discussion o...

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