USA Legal Events Calendar
Jul 8, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Copyright Law in the Data Era 2013
San Francisco, California, USA
Copyright law continues to be an unpredictable and dynamic practice area. Attend this program to build the foundation needed to understand this area of law while exploring recent cases and developments, with a particular focus on Internet and data-related issues. Learn about the rights copyright protection confers, how to protect those rights, and how the Internet continues to redefine critical co...Practising Law Institute
Jul 8, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Private Equity Forum (Fourteenth Annual)
New York, New York, USA
Since the financial crisis a few years ago, private equity firms have been dealing with its aftermath, including increased regulatory and legislative scrutiny of their activities and the activities of their funds as well as difficult environments in which to raise new funds and to get deals done. Many firms were required to register as investment advisers with the SEC and a number of newly registe...Practising Law Institute
Jul 9, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Trademark Law in the Global Marketplace 2013
San Francisco, California, USA
Whether you are just starting out, need a refresher, or have just learned how exciting a career in trademark law can be, this program is for you. Forget all the trademark books and articles, and attend this program instead to learn all the fundamentals while exploring the cutting-edge issues that are changing the face of this practice area. This program is built on a rock-solid foundation of trade...Practising Law Institute
Jul 9, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Writing for Litigators 2013
New York, New York, USA
Do you feel compelled to include phrases like “wherefore,” “heretofore,” and “albeit” in your writing? What actually is good legal writing? This program will teach you the secrets of successful legal writing, whether you are writing for judges, partners, or clients. Getting started: planning your document and getting it done How to persuade The myths of...Practising Law Institute
Jul 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Winning Patents Workshop (Pasadena, CA)
Pasadena, California, USA
The Winning Patents Workshop, which has been updated to reflect relevant changes introduced by the AIA, including the entirely new §102 prior art criteria which become effective in March 2013, is designed specifically for entry-level patent practitioners – those with up to two years of patent drafting and prosecution experience. Through four days of lectures and an interactive, small-group exercis...Landon IP
Jul 10, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Patent Prosecution 2013: A Boot Camp for Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing
San Francisco, California, USA
This program is directed to patent prosecuting and litigating attorneys and patent agents with or without a Patent Office registration number or little patent experience. It will focus on teaching the basics of claim drafting, patent application preparation and prosecution, as well as a review of recent developments in the law. A litigator’s perspective is presented to show how drafting and prosec...Practising Law Institute
Jul 10, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Class Action Litigation 2013
New York, New York, USA
Class action lawsuits remain an integral and exciting part of high stakes litigation and the courts, including the Supreme Court, have taken notice. This year’s program will focus on recent changes in class action law and give you the tools and strategies you need to effectively handle these complex cases. Our outstanding faculty of plaintiffs’ and defense counsel, distinguished judges...Practising Law Institute
Jul 10, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
If It's Tuesday, This Must Be Omaha: The Ethics of Multi-Jurisdictional Practice
, USA
While your law license is defined by geographic boundaries, you likely cross state lines in your practice – whether you are deposing a witness, sending a letter, or filing a document. However, sometimes crossing state lines can also result in crossing ethical lines. How do you know what aspects of legal practice you are allowed to do outside of your licensed jurisdiction? The Ethics of Multi-J...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 10, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Estate Planning for the Family Business Owner
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Do not miss the ONLY in-depth, national CLE program for estate planning attorneys who represent family business owners! Plus, get a “behind the scenes” look at business succession planning issues! This annual advanced course, comprising more than 18 hours of instruction, including one hour of ethics, covers various aspects of the closely held family business, from choice of entity to estate ad...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 11, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Early Retirement Policies at Law Firms: Avoiding Legal Pitfalls
, USA
It’s time for many “baby boomers” to confront the decision to retire. A large number of attorneys from this populous generation are choosing to continue working beyond traditional retirement age because they either prefer to continue practicing law or they realize that they cannot afford to retire due to the decline of defined benefit plans and other firm-funded retirement vehicles. What these att...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 11, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Doing Deals in and with Emerging Markets: BRICs and Beyond 2013
New York, New York, USA
With emerging markets players, like those of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries, playing an ever greater role in the global economy, attorneys and other professionals facilitating cross-border transactions need to familiarize themselves with their perspective on inbound and outbound investments. According to a recent Office for Economic Co-operation and Development study, emergin...Practising Law Institute
Jul 11, 2013
CLE
CLE
Employment Discrimination Law Update
San Francisco, California, USA
This is the definitive annual advanced-level update of the most significant developments in EEO and their impact on employment practices, featuring a session on major developments in discrimination law, including coverage of legislative activity, harassment and internal investigations, terminations and severance agreements, pervasive retaliation claims, the e-Workplace, ADA update, FMLA practice a...NELI
Jul 12, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Municipal Law Institute (13th Annual)
New York, New York, USA
The Municipal Law Institute offers attendees sharp analyses of important developments, emerging legal issues and best practices in the field of municipal law.Topics Discussed Will Include: The Municipal Response to Natural Disasters Ethics for the Municipal Lawyer Employment Law UpdatePractising Law Institute
Jul 12, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Managing Others in Legal Practice: Best Habits for Delegating, Supervising, and Motivating
, USA
Drawing on scores of detailed interviews with lawyers who are first-rate legal managers, this audio program provides concrete advice about: -Matching how you delegate to the person and the task -Structuring assignments to get the best results -Supervising without micro-managing -Challenging and motivating others to do their best workAmerican Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 15, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Drafting LLC Operating Agreements
, USA
While LLC operating agreements should evidence the parties’ intentions and be crafted to bypass potential disputes, instead they often contain serious drafting imperfections that lead to disastrous results -- including litigation. Register today for Drafting LLC Operating Agreements and learn essential strategies from transactional attorneys with extensive drafting experience, including Daniel...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 15, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Copyright Law in the Data Era 2013
New York, New York, USA
Copyright law continues to be an unpredictable and dynamic practice area. Attend this program to build the foundation needed to understand this area of law while exploring recent cases and developments, with a particular focus on Internet and data-related issues. Learn about the rights copyright protection confers, how to protect those rights, and how the Internet continues to redefine critical co...Practising Law Institute
Jul 15, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Privacy and Data Security Law Institute (Fourteenth Annual)
Chicago, Illinois, USA
This program focuses on critical issues of information privacy, security and data protection faced by all companies. The Internet and other evolving information technologies, wired and wireless, have prompted the development of powerful tools for the collection, processing, storage and use of personal information. These trends create numerous issues regarding limitations on corporate rights to use...Practising Law Institute
Jul 16, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Trademark Law in the Global Marketplace 2013
New York, New York, USA
Whether you are just starting out, need a refresher, or have just learned how exciting a career in trademark law can be, this program is for you. Forget all the trademark books and articles, and attend this program instead to learn all the fundamentals while exploring the cutting-edge issues that are changing the face of this practice area. This program is built on a rock-solid foundation of trade...Practising Law Institute
Jul 17, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2013
New York, New York, USA
In the aftermath of the financial crisis and the resulting regulatory reform, the SEC has advanced significant rulemaking to impose a greater degree of controls on investment advisers’ operations. In fact, the SEC has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, establishing new rules related to adviser custody, political contributions and adviser disclosure and has retooled its...Practising Law Institute
Jul 18, 2013
CLE
CLE
Employment Discrimination Law Update
Chicago, Illinois, USA
This is the definitive annual advanced-level update of the most significant developments in EEO and their impact on employment practices, featuring a session on major developments in discrimination law, including coverage of legislative activity, harassment and internal investigations, terminations and severance agreements, pervasive retaliation claims, the e-Workplace, ADA update, FMLA practice a...NELI
Jul 18, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Basics of Accounting for Lawyers 2013: What Every Practicing Lawyer Needs to Know
San Francisco, California, USA
Accounting is a language of business. Because attorneys encounter accounting information in a wide range of legal issues, it is critical for lawyers to understand financial statements and core accounting concepts. This practical course, specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney, will provide an understanding of financial statements and the key principles of accounting, using “rea...Practising Law Institute
Jul 18, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Advanced Patent Prosecution Workshop 2013: Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing
New York, New York, USA
In this advanced two-day program, you will have a unique opportunity to receive hands-on drafting experience under the guidance of experienced patent prosecutors. By working in small technologically-distinct groups, you will receive individualized feedback on claim drafting and amendment writing skills, as well as learn practical techniques for avoiding prosecution pitfalls. Guidance will be provi...Practising Law Institute
Jul 18, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Representing Estate and Trust Beneficiaries and Fiduciaries
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
Estate planners, litigators, and corporate fiduciary counsel all want to know what impact (if any) the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 will have on their clients. This advanced CLE course goes beyond basics and delves into topics that specifically affect beneficiaries and fiduciaries, while offering registrants solutions to their most pressing concerns through small roundtable discussions...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Jul 19, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
2nd Annual Bad Faith Claims
Seattle, Washington, USA
Take advantage of our Early Bird Special. $75 off your registration if you sign up by 5/23/13. Prices currently listed on the website reflect the discount. This seminar addresses the newest developments and hot topics in extracontractual insurance claims in Washington State, along with a discussion of the differences between Washington, Oregon and other Northwest states in regard to insurance bad...The Seminar Group
Jul 22, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Basics of Accounting for Lawyers 2013: What Every Practicing Lawyer Needs to Know
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Accounting is a language of business. Because attorneys encounter accounting information in a wide range of legal issues, it is critical for lawyers to understand financial statements and core accounting concepts. This practical course, specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney, will provide an understanding of financial statements and the key principles of accounting, using “rea...Practising Law Institute
