Worldwide CLE Calendar - Continuing Legal Education

4th Annual Eminent Domain: Issues in Condemnation

Seattle, Washington, USA

With the lingering effects of the recession, 2013 marks a new year in government and significant changes in the issues present in acquiring property for public projects. With a new Attorney General and the courts recognizing new intricate property rights, both public agencies and private property owners need to know what property rights to be aware of and the impacts of acquisition on upside down ...

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Environmental Regulation 2013: Hot Topics, Regulatory Developments, and Practical Guidance for Corporate Compliance

New York, New York, USA

If you are an environmental, corporate or real estate attorney interested in learning about important new developments in environmental law and regulation, don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to join PLI, seasoned practitioners and senior government officials for a detailed discussion of what will be the focal point of national environmental policy in 2013 – EPA promulgation and enforcement ...

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Nuts and Bolts of Corporate Bankruptcy 2013

New York, New York, USA

Businesses in financial distress are not an unusual sight these days, and as a result, it is essential for attorneys of all levels and in all practice areas to become familiar with the fundamental tenets of bankruptcy law. Whether you are just starting out in your career, thinking about broadening your practice area to include this field, or want to be able to spot the issues when advising your cl...

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Understanding the Intellectual Property License 2013

San Francisco, California, 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...

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Pocket MBA Fall 2013

Houston, Texas, USA

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Open Source and Free Software 2013: Benefits, Risks and Challenges

San Francisco, California, USA

This program will address the critical issues that IP, technology and business lawyers need to consider when handling open source software in today’s economy. Armed with this information, you will be better able to help your clients make intelligent choices and decisions about how to take advantage of the benefits and manage the risks presented by open source software. What is open source software...

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Banking Law Institute 2013

New York, New York, USA

2013 will be a watershed year for the financial services industry. Many of the most significant regulatory changes flowing from the Dodd-Frank Act will be finalized and adopted, affecting everything from capital levels and consumer lending practices to executive compensation and asset management. Compliance expectations and enforcement actions will continue to increase. At the same time, the conti...

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The Million Dollar Divorce: A Focus on the Money

Portland, Oregon, USA

Join us for a seminar focusing exclusively on dissolution of marriage cases involving high net worth estates. Our distinguished panel of attorneys and CPA’s will address some of the considerations and challenges in these complex dissolution cases.

Subjects addressed will include an overview of business valuations, considerations for operating and protecting your business, a necessary tax ex...

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Cannabis in Washington State

Seattle, Washington, USA

By passing Initiative 502 (I-502), Washingtonians have begun the historic end of cannabis prohibition in the United States. However, the road to full legalization of cannabis for recreational use is profoundly complicated. Washington’s Liquor Control Board is tasked with the immense and complex job of creating industry rules and strict regulations that must balance the viability of cannabis busine...

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3rd Annual Northwest Transportation Funding

Seattle, Washington, USA

This program will illuminate the developments and issues that point the way to future transportation solutions and provide context for practitioners in the many legal arenas that transportation touches.

Join our Program Co-Chairs, Alice M. Ostdiek of Foster Pepper PLLC and Charles R. Wolfe of Charles R. Wolfe, Attorney at Law, along with the outstanding faculty they have assembled. These to...

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17th Annual Oregon Land Use Law

Portland, Oregon, USA

This conference is a must for land use practitioners, planners, government employees, technical staff, developers, citizens and anyone who works in the Oregon Land Use System--whether it be the private or public sector.

Once again, this year’s seminar features the hottest and most relevant land use topics presented by the top professionals in Oregon, including a blend of individual speaker...

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11th Annual Northwest Gaming Law Summit

Seattle, Washington, USA

Gaming law never ceases to evolve. It remains one of the most dynamic areas of law. Gaming lawyers, policy advisors, regulators, executives and vendors must stay closely apprised of those fast-moving legal, political and business developments that impact the gaming industry. Or else.

The Pacific Northwest Gaming Law Summit, now in its eleventh year, has become a veritable “who’s who” event...

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Coping With U.S. Export Controls 2013

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

This year, the Obama Administration formally launched its export control reform initiative with the filing of the first so-called Section 38(f) notifications, to be followed by the publication of final rules transferring export control jurisdiction of a large number of items from the State Department to the Commerce Department. Congress has enacted even stronger sanctions legislation targeting Ira...

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Understanding the Securities Laws 2013

New York, New York, 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...

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Non-Practicing Entity Patent Litigation 2013: Plaintiff and Defense Perspectives

San Francisco, California, USA

Non-practicing entity (NPE) patent litigation is proliferating. It is estimated that 60 percent of patent lawsuits are now filed by NPEs and that these litigations cost the economy $29 billion annually in direct legal costs.President Obama has taken aim at NPEs focusing national and international attention on NPE litigation.  It is a significant and growing problem for successful companies ac...

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2nd Annual Crowdfunding and Crowsourcing

Seattle, Washington, USA

Crowdfunding, in all its forms, continues to change the way U.S. companies can raise growth funds, launch new products and find new customers. It is still new, and still being defined, but is an exciting way to raise funds over the Internet from both fans and investors. Fans invest by purchasing or donating, investors have a different path. But what are the rules? How does it work?

The Jum...

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NAESB WEQ Business Practice Standards: Updates and Changes, Version 003

Houston, Texas, USA

The North American Energy Standards Board (NAESB) has scheduled a NAESB Wholesale Electric Quadrant (WEQ) Business Practice Standards: Updates and Changes, Version 003 Course. This course is designed to provide a general overview of Version 003 of the NAESB Business Practice Standards for the Wholesale Electric Quadrant, highlighting changes from our prior version. Version 003 and the recent chang...

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Troubleshooting Mortgage Servicing Problems: Regulatory Responses and Advocacy Approaches (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

Some of the biggest loan servicers in California are in the process of selling off large segments of their servicing portfolios.  Servicing transfers can wreak havoc with borrowers’ accounts, particularly if they are in the midst of seeking a loan modification or other assistance.  Other borrowers encounter problems obtaining assistance due to “non-borrower” status after the death of a f...

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From the Trenches: High Profile Trials 2013

New York, New York, USA

From the Trenches is all about the best part of litigation - the trials themselves.  The program will focus on critical issues and strategies raised in the most significant white collar and regulatory trials of the past few years. Come inside the courtroom with the litigators on the front line, including attorneys from the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC, prominent defense counsel, and...

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Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation 2013 (Free)

New York, New York, USA

Using a lively, interactive format, Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation 2013 will examine everyday issues of ethics and professional responsibility in pro bono and public interest practice.Using “all-new” hypotheticals as the basis of discussion, this program will review the ethical  issues that arise in the context of pro bono representation concerning: The attorney-client relationshi...

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Ethics for Corporate Lawyers 2013

New York, New York, USA

At this unique interactive program, faculty  will review various  everyday ethical  scenarios and “quiz “ you on the ethical implications.You will learn about: The  reach of the duty of confidentiality, and the obligation of disclosure of mistakes Misrepresentation, fraudulent nondisclosure and omissions Responsibilities of the firm/legal department, supervising, and subordin...

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Staying Out of Trouble: What Every Attorney Must Know About Ethics 2013

New York, New York, USA

At this year’s program, “Anatomy of a Disciplinary Proceeding,” our expert faculty will take you through a hypothetical disciplinary proceeding.  Our panel of experienced practitioners will teach you how the disciplinary process works, ways to avoid becoming enmeshed in it, and strategies for dealing with disciplinary complaints if they do come.  You will also learn about proper handling...

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Bridge-the-Gap I: Ethics and Skills for Newly Admitted New York Attorneys 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Understanding Financial Products 2014

New York, New York, USA

The explosion of new financial products over the decade leading up to the financial crisis, the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, and the resulting significant new regulatory requirements underline the importance of a basic understanding of financial products. While these instruments have been, in the view of many, invaluable investment tools, and have presented enormous potential for produ...

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Real Estate M&A and REIT Transactions 2014

New York, New York, USA

The REIT and commercial real estate sectors have gained significant momentum in recent years and are poised for a new phase of consolidation and M&A. Recent M&A transactions in the sector have shown the depth and growing sophistication of the market, with a number of large and very complex transactions successfully completed over the last 12 months. The industry has also seen significant a...

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Taxation of Financial Products and Transactions 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Silicon Valley Corporate Law Update 2014: Start-Ups, Financings, IPOs, M&A

Palo Alto, California, USA

Silicon Valley remains one of the most active deal markets in the world today. The broad array of fast-growing companies – from start-ups to major public companies, and the constantly evolving industry sectors – has long attracted top legal, investor and investment banking talent, and produced a wide variety of transactions ranging from seed and venture capital financings to some of the largest an...

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Drafting and Negotiating Corporate Agreements 2014

New York, New York, USA

At this perennial favorite, our expert faculty will teach you the basics of drafting and negotiating corporate agreements - from how the provisions of an agreement fit together, to the fundamental drafting and negotiating principles common to all corporate agreements. You will learn how to reduce your client’s goals to a complete, clearly written and enforceable agreement, and how to identify...

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Basic Negotiation Skills 2014

San Francisco, California, USA

Negotiation is part of any lawyer’s everyday life.  You negotiate with colleagues, clients, and staff about an array of issues, ranging from simple project deadlines to complex contractual language.  This program is designed to help you gain confidence in every negotiation you conduct.  The panelists represent academicians, sole practitioners, and members of leading local law firms....

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IP Issues in Business Transactions 2014

New York, New York, USA

Attend this program to gain an in-depth understanding of intellectual property issues that arise in corporate transactions, while exploring the strategic role of intellectual property in a company and delving into the many unique considerations that come into play.  Learn how to assess intellectual property as a strategic asset and how to evaluate opportunities to monetize IP while avoiding c...

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Secured Transactions 2014: What Lawyers Need to Know About UCC Article 9

New York, New York, USA

Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code applies to secured transactions, which are interests in specific collateral granted by the debtor in conjunction with the debtor’s promise to pay. At Secured Transactions 2014: What Lawyers Need to Know About UCC Article 9, you will learn the fundamentals of acquiring a security interest, including how to attach, to perfect (filing and non-filing methods) a...

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Mergers & Acquisitions 2014: Trends and Developments

New York, New York, USA

Effective negotiations and deal execution require that M&A practitioners be well versed in the latest trends. Recent developments in M&A transactions have included novel walk-away provisions, tailored go-shop provisions and new twists on reverse break-up fees. In a race to the finish line, some two-step tender offer transactions have proceeded on a dual track, in which a one-step merger tr...

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Advanced Deposition Techniques 2014

New York, New York, USA

Depositions provide a unique forum to put forth your best case and get a glimpse at your adversary’s evidence. Whether you’ve done one deposition or 100, you need to be prepared to handle the special situations that arise and know how to identify and exploit the opportunities that exist.  This program covers a range of topics and scenarios that can challenge even the most seasoned litigators....

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Drafting and Negotiating Corporate Agreements 2014

San Francisco, California, USA

At this perennial favorite, our expert faculty will teach you the basics of drafting and negotiating corporate agreements - from how the provisions of an agreement fit together, to the fundamental drafting and negotiating principles common to all corporate agreements. You will learn how to reduce your client’s goals to a complete, clearly written and enforceable agreement, and how to identify...

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Securities Products of Insurance Companies in the Course of Regulatory Reform 2014

New York, New York, USA

The insurance industry continues to navigate the legal environment in meeting insurance and retirement needs in the face of regulatory initiatives adopted in recent years, and ongoing initiatives for regulatory and legislative change, as well as new technological developments. This timely program provides critical content on the prevailing and emerging legal issues practitioners must understand an...

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Project Management for Law Firms 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Project Management for In-House Lawyers 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Recent Developments in Distressed Debt, Restructurings and Workouts 2014

New York, New York, USA

The unprecedented scope and continuation of the credit crisis, recession, and weak recovery requires business people and professionals to react quickly and deal with distressed companies and defaults.  This includes problems in the financial services, automotive, airlines, manufacturing, retail, sports and entertainment and real estate industries.  The program will cover current issues r...

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Broadband and Cable Industry Law 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Hedge Fund Compliance & Regulatory Challenges 2014

New York, New York, USA

Nearly 40% of investment advisers that are currently registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission manage at least one private fund.  As a result, the SEC’s examination staff has developed new strategies and processes to address the risks associated with managing hedge funds and other private funds.  In addition, in light of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s increased j...

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Advanced Licensing Agreements 2014

San Francisco, California, USA

Licensing transactions are more complex and more important than ever. The constantly evolving legal, regulatory and technical landscape drives the need to stay current in a wide variety of key areas. Whether utilized to develop technology, expand or create market opportunities, or generate returns from existing assets, managing complex licensing transactions requires a broad and varied toolkit.&nb...

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Current Developments in Federal Civil Practice 2014

New York, New York, USA

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International Tax Issues 2014

New York, New York, USA

As the world’s economies grow increasingly integrated, the international tax laws of the U.S. impact a greater percentage of businesses and transactions.  These international tax rules affect not only large U.S. and foreign-based multinationals, but also increasingly affect mid-sized and smaller firms, financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and other commercial activity.  As a...

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Intellectual Property Rights Enforcement 2014

New York, New York, USA

This program is designed to bring you up to date on intellectual property enforcement, not only in the U.S. but around the world. From the physical world to the Internet, learn how to protect the intellectual property your company or client has invested in and developed against infringement by the billion dollar piracy industry. This program will put you in a better position to think outside of th...

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Patent Law Institute (8th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

The Institute is designed to be of ultimate practice value to all three subgroups in the patent law community: patent prosecutors, patent litigators, and strategic/transactional lawyers. The two-day schedule includes seven plenary sessions of interest to all patent lawyers and five breakout sessions in each of the three subgroups.You design the two-day schedule that best meets your professional ne...

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Patent Law Institute (8th Annual)

Birmingham, Alasbama, USA

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California Family Law for Low-Income Litigants: Motion and Hearing Practice, Including a Discussion of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders 2014 (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

An estimated 80% of family law litigants are self-presented, and the statistic is higher for survivors of domestic violence. Thus, low-income clients are in great need of your pro bono help.  Attend this free PLI program and volunteer with your local legal services agency to represent low-income family law litigants in need.  With a limited time commitment, you can help obtain essential ...

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ERISA Fiduciary Investment Basics 2014

New York, New York, USA

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Drafting and Negotiating Corporate Agreements 2014

Chicago, Illinois, USA

At this perennial favorite, our expert faculty will teach you the basics of drafting and negotiating corporate agreements - from how the provisions of an agreement fit together, to the fundamental drafting and negotiating principles common to all corporate agreements. You will learn how to reduce your client’s goals to a complete, clearly written and enforceable agreement, and how to identify...

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Real Estate Tax Forum (16th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

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