Worldwide Law Events Calendar

Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2010

New York, New York, USA

The antitrust game has changed dramatically this past year with the Obama Administration clearly signaling an intention to step up enforcement.  It is more important than ever for lawyers counseling businesses to possess a solid foundation in principles of antitrust law and an understanding of the latest antitrust developments.  Running afoul of antitrust guidelines can result in class a...

Practising Law Institute

Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

The antitrust game has changed dramatically this past year with the Obama Administration clearly signaling an intention to step up enforcement.  It is more important than ever for lawyers counseling businesses to possess a solid foundation in principles of antitrust law and an understanding of the latest antitrust developments.  Running afoul of antitrust guidelines can result in class a...

Practising Law Institute

Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

The antitrust game has changed dramatically this past year with the Obama Administration clearly signaling an intention to step up enforcement.  It is more important than ever for lawyers counseling businesses to possess a solid foundation in principles of antitrust law and an understanding of the latest antitrust developments.  Running afoul of antitrust guidelines can result in class a...

Practising Law Institute

Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

The antitrust game has changed dramatically this past year with the Obama Administration clearly signaling an intention to step up enforcement.  It is more important than ever for lawyers counseling businesses to possess a solid foundation in principles of antitrust law and an understanding of the latest antitrust developments.  Running afoul of antitrust guidelines can result in class a...

Practising Law Institute

Reinsurance Outlook 2010 Conference

New York, New York, USA

Intense and High-level Litigation Issues Affecting Reinsurers Date: February 9, 2010 – You must register by Feb. 8th! Time: 8:00am – 5:00pm, including 3 networking events Price: $595 per registrant – See if you qualify for a Special Discount below! Location: 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 36th Floor Boardroom, New York, NY 10112 Chairs: Joy Langford, Esq., Chadbourne & Parke LLP, Washington, DC and additio...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Managing Wage & Hour Risks 2010 (Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

Wage and hour claims under federal and state laws are surging.  Counsel responsible for wage and hour matters must understand how to identify and anticipate wage and hour risks so that they can manage those risks through compliance programs, responses to early warning signs, cost-effective defense of wage and hour investigations and litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and innovative s...

Practising Law Institute

International Cartel Workshop

Paris, France

The popular International Cartel Workshop co-sponsored with the International Bar Association. Continuing the Workshop's tradition of instruction-by-demonstration, an experienced faculty from around the globe will take Workshop participants deeper than ever before inside a hypothetical international cartel matter. The Workshop will address everything from cartel detection, to coordinated governme...

American Bar Association

Managing Wage & Hour Risks 2010

New York, New York, USA

Wage and hour claims under federal and state laws are surging.  Counsel responsible for wage and hour matters must understand how to identify and anticipate wage and hour risks so that they can manage those risks through compliance programs, responses to early warning signs, cost-effective defense of wage and hour investigations and litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and innovative s...

Practising Law Institute

Managing Wage & Hour Risks 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Wage and hour claims under federal and state laws are surging.  Counsel responsible for wage and hour matters must understand how to identify and anticipate wage and hour risks so that they can manage those risks through compliance programs, responses to early warning signs, cost-effective defense of wage and hour investigations and litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and innovative s...

Practising Law Institute

Managing Wage & Hour Risks 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Wage and hour claims under federal and state laws are surging.  Counsel responsible for wage and hour matters must understand how to identify and anticipate wage and hour risks so that they can manage those risks through compliance programs, responses to early warning signs, cost-effective defense of wage and hour investigations and litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and innovative s...

Practising Law Institute

Employee Benefits for Same-Sex Married Spouses and Domestic Partners

Nationwide, District of Columbia, USA

An inconsistent and sometimes conflicting body of state and federal law governs employer-sponsored benefits for same-sex spouses and domestic partners. While the Defense of Marriage Act denies federal recognition to same-sex relationships, an increasing number of states and localities recognize such relationships as marriages, civil unions, or domestic partnerships, or recognize out-of-state same-...

American Bar Association Joint Committee on Employee Benefits

Reissue and Reexamination Strategies and Tactics with Concurrent Litigation 2010

New York, New York, USA

The substantial costs and uncertainty of patent litigation require the development of alternative case management strategies.  With the emergence of contingency-based patent litigation and the proliferation of non-practicing entities or “trolls,” patent reexamination, in many cases, is a cost-effective strategy for defendants seeking to derail a litigation or limit damage exposure...

Practising Law Institute

Special Expert's Forum on European State Aid Law 2010

Dublin 2, Ireland

What is aid and what is not in times of the current financial crisis? How will the new transportation regulation affect economy and business? These and many more questions will be dealt with when on 12 February 2010 experts discuss about: The application of the Market Economy Investor Principle (MEIP) in the current financial crisis: What is Aid and what is not? Law and Economics of the Notion ...

Lexxion Publisher

Bridge-the-Gap II: Ethics and Skills for Newly Admitted Attorneys

New York, New York, USA

Attorneys admitted to practice in New York State over the past two years who attend this program will fulfill their annual MCLE requirements in ethics and professionalism and skills. They will not earn credit toward their MCLE professional practice or law practice management requirements. Mediation - how, when and where to use it Public speaking - talking your way to the top of the professio...

Practising Law Institute

Carbon Credits Conference

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Legislators in Congress are moving quickly to enact carbon control legislation while regulatory initiatives impact the carbon landscape on the planet. Such developments will significantly affect future operations of industry and governments. Those involved should begin preparations now. This seminar will provide historical perspective, an overview of the current carbon management environment and...

The Seminar Group

Chinese Drywall Insurance: Exclusions, Triggers & Multiple Claims

USA

Chinese Drywall Insurance: Exclusions, Triggers & Multiple Claims Date: February 16, 2010 Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Price: $149* (includes CLE for 1 listener) CLE Credit: 1.5-2.0 CLE credits, depending on state requirements. View the CLE credit details. To view the agenda, learn more, or register, call (484) 324-2755, email info@litigationconferences.com, or visit http://litigationconferences.com/?p...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Solar Power: Projects and Permitting

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Solar power may become a feasible form of energy in the Southeast. New products and programs may allow Georgians to tap into this resource. Past and pending legislation are adding to the incentives available to solar power users. If you own property, commercial or residential, or if you represent clients with real estate, or are simply interested in the possibilities of Solar Power, you should j...

The Seminar Group

All Sums, Reallocation & Settlement Credits Audiocast with Live Q&A

USA

All Sums, Reallocation & Settlement Credits Audiocast* with Live Q&A Attend and get CLE without leaving your desk! Time: 12:00pm – 3:55pm ET Price: $325** (includes CLE for 3 listeners) CLE Credit: 3-4 CLE credits, depending on state requirements. View the CLE credit details. To view the agenda, learn more, or register, call (484) 324-2755, email info@litigationconferences.com, or visit http://li...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Evidence for Family Lawyers

USA

Solutions to evidentiary issues which commonly confront family law attorneys by California family law attorney Christopher C. Melcher and New York family law attorney Susan Moss. Moderator: Brian Karpf.

American Bar Association

Corporate Governance 2010 - A Master Class (Groupcast Location)

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Addressing issues of corporate responsibility, governance, and government regulation continues to be a priority of the new administration.  Already there has been a significant increase in regulatory and enforcement actions, and additional changes are looming.  As corporate governance law continues to evolve and change, corporate counsel, both in-house and outside, need to stay abreast o...

Practising Law Institute

Corporate Governance 2010 - A Master Class

New York, New York, USA

Addressing issues of corporate responsibility, governance, and government regulation continues to be a priority of the new administration.  Already there has been a significant increase in regulatory and enforcement actions, and additional changes are looming.  As corporate governance law continues to evolve and change, corporate counsel, both in-house and outside, need to stay abreast o...

Practising Law Institute

Corporate Governance 2010 - A Master Class (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Addressing issues of corporate responsibility, governance, and government regulation continues to be a priority of the new administration.  Already there has been a significant increase in regulatory and enforcement actions, and additional changes are looming.  As corporate governance law continues to evolve and change, corporate counsel, both in-house and outside, need to stay abreast o...

Practising Law Institute

Corporate Governance 2010 - A Master Class (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Addressing issues of corporate responsibility, governance, and government regulation continues to be a priority of the new administration.  Already there has been a significant increase in regulatory and enforcement actions, and additional changes are looming.  As corporate governance law continues to evolve and change, corporate counsel, both in-house and outside, need to stay abreast o...

Practising Law Institute

Consumer Financial Services Institute (15th Annual - Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

With the economic stimulus package now in place and the economy beginning to show signs of recovery, Congress, the Federal Reserve Board, and the federal and state banking agencies are enacting new laws and promulgating new regulations which will have a profound effect on banks and other consumer financial services providers foryears to come. More statutes and regulations are certainly on the way....

Practising Law Institute

Consumer Financial Services Institute (15th Annual - Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

With the economic stimulus package now in place and the economy beginning to show signs of recovery, Congress, the Federal Reserve Board, and the federal and state banking agencies are enacting new laws and promulgating new regulations which will have a profound effect on banks and other consumer financial services providers foryears to come. More statutes and regulations are certainly on the way....

Practising Law Institute

Consumer Financial Services Institute (15th Annual - Groupcast)

Cleveland, Ohio, USA

With the economic stimulus package now in place and the economy beginning to show signs of recovery, Congress, the Federal Reserve Board, and the federal and state banking agencies are enacting new laws and promulgating new regulations which will have a profound effect on banks and other consumer financial services providers foryears to come. More statutes and regulations are certainly on the way....

Practising Law Institute

Consumer Financial Services Institute (15th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

With the economic stimulus package now in place and the economy beginning to show signs of recovery, Congress, the Federal Reserve Board, and the federal and state banking agencies are enacting new laws and promulgating new regulations which will have a profound effect on banks and other consumer financial services providers foryears to come. More statutes and regulations are certainly on the way....

Practising Law Institute

Litigating Construction Contracts 2010: Resolving Disputes in a Recessionary Economy

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

This program  presents and discusses legal topics and challenges of relevance to practitioners in today's economic environment.  The subjects covered this inaugural year focus on the real-world problems that practitioners and their clients are facing in today's environment, where deals thought to be set in stone have been unmoored by a largely unforeseen economic storm of surprising fero...

Practising Law Institute

Mental Health Issues and the Administration of Justice

Auckland, New Zealand

The organising committee for the conference has identified several issues facing courts and tribunals relevant to the conference, namely: 1. Mental health and criminal proceedings 2. Guardianship and administration 3. Sentencing of offenders with mental illnesses 4. Loneliness and other social problems related to mental illness 5. Mental health issues in prisons 6. Querulous and vexatious litigant...

Australasian Institute of Judicial Administration

Consumer Financial Services Institute (15th Annual - Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

With the economic stimulus package now in place and the economy beginning to show signs of recovery, Congress, the Federal Reserve Board, and the federal and state banking agencies are enacting new laws and promulgating new regulations which will have a profound effect on banks and other consumer financial services providers foryears to come. More statutes and regulations are certainly on the way....

Practising Law Institute

The Future of Oregon's Water Supply and Management

Portland, Oregon, USA

Water is a vital resource that is increasingly under pressure to support a variety of competing uses across the State of Oregon. Recognizing the importance of the state’s water resources to the economic and environmental health of Oregon, the Legislature recently passed The 2009 Water Investment Act (HB 3369) that allows the Oregon Water Resources Department to create an Integrated Water Resources...

The Seminar Group

En/Counterin Stereotypes an Immigration Law Symposium

Ontario, California, USA

Join some of the nation’s leading academic experts on immigration law and policy for the "En/Countering Stereotypes" Symposium. The University of La Verne Law Review will publish a Symposium Issue on Immigration Law and will accept submissions through Feb. 1, 2010. The symposium has been approved by the State Bar of California for general MCLE credit & Legal Specialty Education in the area of Im...

University of La Verne College of Law

Guide to Drafting and Litigating Pre- and Postmarital Agreements

Los Angeles, California, USA

Marital agreements can protect family wealth and businesses in the event of death or divorce. They can settle difficult financial issues before, and sometimes during, marriage. But the key to a success marital agreement: they require careful planning and drafting to be enforceable. This course explains not only how to draft and execute an enforceable contract, but also how to defend the agreement ...

Univeristy of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Extension

Foreclosure Prevention, Real Estate Debt Relief Law, and Consumer Debt Settlement Seminar

Los Angeles, California, USA

Legal Objective is pleased to announce a two-day seminar devoted to educating attorneys, real estate professionals and homeowners on the ubiquitous matters currently plaguing the nation. Attorneys will gain a competitive edge by gaining invaluable legal strategies and insight which will help them better represent their clients. Real estate professionals will gain critical knowledge to better un...

Legal Objective Seminars

Nuts & Bolts of Financial Products 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

The explosion of new financial products over the past ten years, and the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, underline the importance of a basic understanding of these complex financial instruments. Increasingly complex derivative instruments, and credit derivatives in particular, may have contributed to some institutions assuming risks they did not fully understand. Bank hybrid securities, o...

Practising Law Institute

California's Volatile Workers Compensation Market: Problems and Recommendations for Change

USA

This teleconference will provide an overview of six key factors that contributed to the substantial number of insolvencies that occurred in the California workers’ compensation insurance market following the move to open rating in 1995. The program will also include an overview of recommendations that aim to increase the predictability of workers’ compensation costs, enhance the transparency of th...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Annual Conference on European Antitrust Law

Trier, Germany

The Annual Conference on European Antitrust Law 2009 will provide participants with the latest and most significant developments in the topic five years after the entry into force of Regulation 1/2003. The conference will analyse: the application of the Treaty competition law provisions in the light of the evolution in the interpretation of Regulation 1/2003 by the Community Courts;· the recent a...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

Green Technology Law and Business 2010: Legislation, Financing, Carbon Trading and Sustainability

San Francisco, California, USA

Climate change is not just a change in greenhouse gases - it is also about change in the political, social, legal and financial climate for operating a business. Developments in Green Technology make it practical, advantageous and timely for businesses of all sizes to adopt Green Technology products, services and practices to increase energy efficiency and reduce costs,  reduce emissions...

Practising Law Institute

Nuts & Bolts of Financial Products 2010

New York, New York, USA

The explosion of new financial products over the past ten years, and the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, underline the importance of a basic understanding of these complex financial instruments. Increasingly complex derivative instruments, and credit derivatives in particular, may have contributed to some institutions assuming risks they did not fully understand. Bank hybrid securities, o...

Practising Law Institute

Nuts & Bolts of Financial Products 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

The explosion of new financial products over the past ten years, and the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, underline the importance of a basic understanding of these complex financial instruments. Increasingly complex derivative instruments, and credit derivatives in particular, may have contributed to some institutions assuming risks they did not fully understand. Bank hybrid securities, o...

Practising Law Institute

Nuts & Bolts of Financial Products 2010 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

The explosion of new financial products over the past ten years, and the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, underline the importance of a basic understanding of these complex financial instruments. Increasingly complex derivative instruments, and credit derivatives in particular, may have contributed to some institutions assuming risks they did not fully understand. Bank hybrid securities, o...

Practising Law Institute

Intellectual Property Issues in Business Transactions 2010

San Francisco, California, USA

This program gives attendees the tools they need to assess intellectual property as a strategic asset, to consider opportunities to monetize it, and to structure business transactions so as to match business goals and avoid costly missteps.  Topics to be covered will include IP portfolio review and management, licensing, valuation, and enforcement.  The expert faculty will also review jo...

Practising Law Institute

International R&D Contracts, Collaborations And Joint Ventures

London, England

Planning, Structuring, Drafting And Negotiating This seminar has been accredited with 6 CPD hours by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Accreditation from the UK Bar Standards Authority has been sought. Attend this seminar to gain practical solutions to overcome the legal, commercial and legal issues affecting various R&D related agreements. The highly experienced course tutor, Mark Anderson, h...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Case Assessment & Litigation

USA

Date: February 23, 2010 Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Price: $149* (includes CLE for 1 listener) CLE Credit: 1.5-2.0 CLE credits, depending on state requirements. View the CLE credit details. To view the agenda, learn more, or register, call (484) 324-2755, email info@litigationconferences.com, or visit http://litigationconferences.com/?p=11764 Teleconference Audio Package Purchase the teleconference A...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Negotiating and Drafting Commercial Contracts for the Telecoms Sector

London, England

The programme has been specifically designed for commercial managers and in-house counsel from all areas of the telecommunications sector. The programme consists of two modules; the first module focuses on negotiation skills, which includes case studies and practical exercises. The second module focuses on the understanding and drafting of contracts. In addition, the expert presenters will deliver...

Falconbury Ltd

Diversity in Law Practice 2010: Strategies and Best Practices in Challenging Times

New York, New York, USA

What has been the impact of the economic downturn on the pillars of law office diversity:  recruitment, retention, and promotion?  What can diverse attorneys (defined broadly to include women, minorities, LGBT attorneys, veterans, and attorneys with disabilities) do to make the most of the current situation and continue to advance their career goals?At PLI’s Diversity in Law Practi...

Practising Law Institute

Asbestos Litigation: A Crash Course for Associates Conference

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Live Webcast Also Available Time: 9:00am – 5:45pm, including 2 networking events Price: $595 for the live event or $295 for the Webcast – See if you qualify for a Special Discount below! Location: The Hub Cira Centre at 30th Street Train Station, Philadelphia Chairs: Colin Kelly, Esq., Alston & Bird LLP, Atlanta and Bethann Shaffzin, Esq., Shein Law Center, Ltd., Philadelphia CLE Credit: 6-7 CLE c...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Career Acceleration for Women Lawyers Teleconference

USA

Date: February 24, 2010 Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Price: $99* (includes CLE for 1 listener) CLE accreditation depends on state requirements.** To register or learn more, visit http://litigationconferences.com/?p=11262. Agenda and Speakers • Where women are today vs. in years past–leadership, rainmaking, earnings, etc. • Current economic climate and its impact on women in practice and in-house • The ...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

International Jurisdiction Issues Arising from the Madoff Scandal Teleconference

USA

Date: February 24, 2010 Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Price: $149* (includes CLE for 1 listener) CLE Credit: 1.5-2.0 CLE credits, depending on state requirements. View the CLE credit details. To learn more or register, visit http://litigationconferences.com/?p=11079. Agenda and Speakers • Status of the cases filed to date against the feeder funds, including any cases involving international players such...

HB Litigation Conferences, LLC

Going Private 2010: Doing the Deal Right (Groupcast Location)

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

The 2008-2009 financial crisis has directly impacted the number of public companies going private.  The number of going private deals decreased in 2009 from the 2008 level.  Learn what it takes to get a deal done.  Attend this PLI program and, in one day, you will learn the necessary practice tools to do a going private transaction from a knowledgeable faculty. Is going private a...

Practising Law Institute