Law Events Calendar
Upcoming Legal Events
May 2, 2013
CLE
CLE
Employment Law Conference - Mid-Year
San Francisco, California, USA
Our Mid-Year Employment Law Conference: The definitive advanced-level update of the most important developments affecting the employment policies and practices of business and government. Topics include: developments in EEO law, labor-management relations update, retaliation and whistleblowing, wage and hour issues, independent contractor misclassification, FMLA, e-Workplace, ADA update, and ethi...NELI
May 2, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Consumer Financial Services Institute (18th Annual)
Chicago, Illinois, USA
On January 4, 2012, President Obama appointed Richard Cordray as the first Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Since that time, the CFPB has been involved in a whirlwind of regulatory, supervisory and enforcement activities. In addition to the CFPB, state and other federal regulators are pursuing initiatives focused on consumer financial services. This year’s Institu...Practising Law Institute
May 2, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and International Anti-Corruption Developments 2013
New York, New York, USA
Enforcement under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”) continues as a critical priority for both the DOJ and the SEC. Recent FCPA enforcement actions and disclosures demonstrate that no industry is immune from FCPA scrutiny, and FCPA sweep investigations across industry sectors are becoming more common and challenging. Beyond the FCPA, an increasing number of countries, as well a...Practising Law Institute
May 2, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Avoiding FDA 483 Observations by Identifying the Root Cause of Deviations
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on avoiding FDA 483 observations will address the adequate investigation of deviations, an area that is receiving FDA attention as evidenced by citations in Warning Letters and 483 observations. Why should you attend : Recent Consent Decrees have included requirements that the firm develop and implement systems that result in timely and complete investigations of deviations and cor...ComplianceOnline
May 2, 2013
Seminar
Seminar
Design Controls - A Roadmap to Successful Implementation: One and a Half - day In-person Seminar
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Course Description: Design Controls are a key requirement in both the FDA’s Quality System Regulation and ISO 13485:2003. Yet fifteen years after the introduction, it is still an opportunity for improvement for many companies. In the 2011 report on Understanding Barriers to Medical Device Quality, FDA stated that an ineffective Design Controls program was the root cause for 31% of the recalls for...ComplianceOnline
May 2, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Regulatory Requirements for IND to NDA, BLA and 505(b)(2) Applications
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on guidelines for pharmaceutical product applications will cover regulatory requirements for the IND, its content and format, and CMC requirements for biopharmaceuticals from IND to BLA. It will also discuss combination product development via 505(b)(2) applications. Why Should You Attend: This session will help you understand how Early Stage Drug Development necessarily involves b...ComplianceOnline
May 3, 2013
CLE
CLE
The Construction Defect Process: Strategies & Updates
Orlando, Florida, USA
Construction and design defects continue to plague developers, owners, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and the insurance industry. For all companies involved in the construction industry, including end users, knowing how to minimize the risk of construction defects; how to transfer the risk of construction defects; how to deal with construction defects when they occur; and how ...The Seminar Group
May 3, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Overview of the Future of Law
, USA
Today’s attorneys clearly understand that technology has revolutionized the way lawyers practice law. Even lawyers who graduated from law school just a decade ago have seen the technology they use change in many ways. Technology changes clients’ expectations and the way lawyers market their services. Of equally great significance is the changing attitude of clients, particularly corporate clients....American Bar Association
May 4, 2013
Exhibition
Exhibition
Meet us at the INTA Annual Meeting 2013
Dallas, Florida, USA
The INTA Annual Meeting has placed itself as one of the most important forums for IP professionals and for trademark owners to meet each other and to effectively integrate national and international practices on trademark matters. This year the meeting will take place in Dallas, Texas; from may 4th to 8th. B&R Latin America IP will have a Booth at the exhibition hall, in which our team will be r...B&R Latin America IP LLC
May 6, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Mastering International Oil & Gas Accounting, Dubai, May 2013
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The commercial and operational practices of the oil and gas industry pose unique challenges to accountants who need to operate under multiple reporting frameworks with conflicting accounting methods and with unique contractual arrangements such as production sharing contracts and joint venture arrangements. This course is intended to provide an in depth look at the accounting for these unique arra...Neoedge Pte Ltd
May 6, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
New Developments in Residential Loan Servicing: State, Federal and Programmatic Laws, Regulations and Standards (Free)
San Francisco, California, USA
The rules of the road for residential mortgage servicing have changed significantly since the crash in 2008. Since then, a wide variety of agencies, including Congress, federal banking regulators, state attorneys general and the California legislature, have all sought to improve loan servicers’ practices, particularly in connection with the loss mitigation process. The result is a series of ...Practising Law Institute
May 6, 2013
CLE
CLE
May Patent Bar Review in Chicago, IL
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Join us for our upcoming Patent Bar Review course, to be held May 6-10, 2013 in Chicago, IL! Patent Resources Group’s Industry Leading Bar Review Course was developed under the direction of legendary Professor Irving Kayton and leverages our 40 years of experience in educating USPTO patent bar exam passers to make this the most comprehensive and focused patent bar review course in the industry. ...Patent Resources Group
May 6, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Antitrust Institute 2013: Developments & Hot Topics
New York, New York, USA
From mergers and acquisitions to enforcement priorities, resale price maintenance to international competition, you can be certain to hear about all of the developments in antitrust law at this program led by top experts in the field. Hear from leading antitrust practitioners, senior government officials, and state regulators about how to manage all of the challenges new developments might t...Practising Law Institute
May 7, 2013
Conference
Conference
ACI's Paragraph IV Disputes Conference
New York City, New York, USA
American Conference Institute (ACI) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its 7th Annual Paragraph IV Disputes Conference which will take place at the Crowne Plaza Times Square Hotel in New York City on May 7-8, 2013 (workshops May 6 and 9.) An over 50% increase in early registrations has been seen so far, versus this same time period in 2012. Steve Auten, Vice-Chair, Hatch-Wa...American Conference Institute
May 7, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Cyber Threats and Network Security Countermeasures: Keeping Your Intellectual Property Safe
, USA
All companies, from financial institutions to technology firms to health care providers to law firms, are increasingly attractive targets for cyber attackers. As we have seen in recent news, compromise of a company’s secrets or customer information could prove devastating to its reputation and financial health. As a result, data security is now a necessity and not a luxury. So, how does a company,...American Bar Association
May 7, 2013
Training
Training
The Sunshine Act Reporting for Clinical Trials
san Francisco, California, USA
Description: Payments made to clinical investigators participating in clinical trials need to be disclosed to CMS under the Sunshine Act provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010, generally referred to as Obamacare. Under the new rules, principal investigators and co-investigators are subject to unprecedented disclosure requirements to the Center for Medicare and Medicai...online compliance panel
May 7, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Advancing GRC Efforts through the Evolution of ERM
Palo Alto, California, USA
This webinar on advancing GRC efforts through the evolution of ERM will cover how to effectively converge ERM and GRC program and evaluate actions required to ensure your company’s strategic efforts to achieve the ultimate goal of strategic corporate value. Why Should You Attend: For almost two decades, there has been considerable discussion and frustration about the pace of change in embracing ...ComplianceOnline
May 7, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Changing Supplier Controls Requirements
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on FDA supplier controls will help you refine your supplier chain management and vendor audits to match the FDA's tougher position. We will evaluate the chief areas of change to see how to better prepare a supplier chain management and audit program. Why Should You Attend: Recent FDA statements and actions indicate the past ways of managing a company's supply chain / outsourcing wi...ComplianceOnline
May 7, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Study to Support Shipping and Distributing Pharmaceutical Products
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on pharmaceutical stability studies will highlight the key factors that would affect the shipping and distribution of drug products. It will explain the stability studies that need to be done to support shipping and distribution of drugs. Why Should You Attend: Drug Product must maintain its identity, strength, quality and purity throughout its expiration. Physical, chemical and bi...ComplianceOnline
May 7, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Preparing Your Bank for BSA Audit
Palo Alto, California, USA
This BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) compliance training will highlight how a bank can best prepare for a successful BSA audit as acknowledged and recognized by regulators and examiners. Why Should You Attend: The areas of focus outlined in this webinar are based on best industry practice, supervisory experience and cover the major components of an effective BSA program that audits focus on. Attendees wi...ComplianceOnline
May 7, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Think Digital: Delivering Superior Legal Services with Technology
, USA
In today’s Information Age, all attorneys must be aware of both the benefits and risks associated with increasing the use of technology in their practices. Attend this practical seminar, taught by experts in virtual law offices and litigation technology, to stay current with the “best practices” for delivering superior client services through the use of technology.American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 7, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Validation of Cleaning: An Essential Tool to Remove Food Allergens
Palo Alto, California, USA
This webinar on cleaning validation for food allergens will provide guidance on how to develop and implement an effective cleaning validation plan, customized for specific scenarios, to ensure that the allergen is removed from the food processing line or equipment. Why Should You Attend: The session will provide useful example scenarios to demonstrate effective cleaning regime and non-effective...ComplianceOnline
May 8, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Effective Anti-money Laundering Program - Financial Fraud Detection, Prevention
Palo Alto, California, USA
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) activities will help to prevent the use of financial institution or its infrastructure for money laundering purpose by criminal elements. This 90 minute webinar will discuss in detail the importance of appropriate internal controls implementation that is specific to money laundering in order to detect activities defined as suspicious under the laws of a given jurisdicti...ComplianceOnline
May 8, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Leveraged Financing 2013
New York, New York, USA
At this conference, the country’s leading experts in leveraged finance will examine key concepts and strategies in serving leveraged companies, including portfolio companies of private equity firms. You will learn about the leveraged finance marketplace today, including new deal activity, continuing refinancing needs, evolving trends in leveraged finance, funding sources and product offering...Practising Law Institute
May 8, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Understanding Employment Law 2013
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Whether you are new to the field, seeking a quick refresher, or if your law practice only touches upon employment law issues, this jam-packed employment law primer is designed for you. An expert faculty will lead you through the major regulations and case law governing the employer/employee relationship and offer practical pointers ranging from hiring to firing and everything in between. In ...Practising Law Institute
May 8, 2013
Conference
Conference
International Focus Programme Final Conference Health Law
Gdansk, Poland
Dear Guests, ELSA Gdańsk has an honour and a great pleasure to invite you to participate in on of the biggest projects on the issue of the health law in the last years. This conference is a final project, recapitulating three years of ELSA International work in the field of the health law. Above all, it is the effect of ELSA Gdańsk intense efforts to be awarded with the right to or...ELSA Gdansk
May 9, 2013
Conference
Conference
The Offshore Investment Conference Dublin 2013
Dublin, Ireland
With a strong, fully compliant business services sector, Ireland is a leading global hub for international financial transactions. It continues to attract major multinational companies due to its competitive corporate tax rate, together with an attractive fiscal regime which includes intellectual property exemptions and generous state grant assistance with research and development. As the new regu...Offshore Investment
May 9, 2013
Training
Training
Re-designing the law firm equity and reward structures
London, United Kingdom
If another firm was offering you a better rewards structure, would you leave? If it is a critical factor in your decision making process, are you sure your partners and top talent aren't considering this as well? If law firms are to gain competitive advantage over their rivals they must ensure that they are consistently delivering what their clients require and doing this better than their rival...Ark Group
May 9, 2013
Training
Training
Alan Hodgart: Choosing the right pricing model for your firm
London, United Kingdom
Can you afford to lose your clients to a more competitive pricing strategy? In an increasingly difficult and complex market it has never been more important for your firm to choose the correct pricing strategy. Whether your aim is to maximise profits or to differentiate yourself in an increasingly crowded and competitive market, one of the world's leading advisers to professional service business...Ark Group
May 9, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Hot Topics in Advertising Law 2013
New York, New York, USA
Companies are fighting harder than ever for market share, in a fast-changing landscape increasingly dominated by social networks and other new media outlets and under the watchful eyes of competitors and regulators determined t to prevent unfair and deceptive advertising. This advanced-level program will provide you with the practical skills you need to navigate the minefields in this landscape. L...Practising Law Institute
May 9, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Corporate Compliance and Ethics Institute 2013
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Compliance and ethics programs should no longer be considered optional. They are an important aspect of legal risk management, and government standards on compliance programs have become increasingly specific. No matter how large or small the company, paying careful attention to corporate compliance and ethics is critical. No area is safe - prosecutors all over the world aggressively attac...Practising Law Institute
May 9, 2013
CLE
CLE
Employment Law Conference -Mid-Year
Arlington, Virginia, USA
Our Mid-Year Employment Law Conference: The definitive advanced-level update of the most important developments affecting the employment policies and practices of business and government. Topics include: developments in EEO law, labor-management relations update, retaliation and whistleblowing, wage and hour issues, independent contractor misclassification, FMLA, e-Workplace, ADA update, and ethi...NELI
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Moving your Vaccine Product from the Lab to Humans
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on vaccine development and approval will outline step-by-step procedures that need to be followed inorder to bring your vaccine candidate from the laboratory to human testing and consumption. Why Should You Attend: Most of the scientists working on the pre-clinical stages of vaccine development do not fully understand what is the process that the vaccine candidate must follow in or...ComplianceOnline
May 9, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Affordable Care Act's Whistleblower Provisions + OSHA's Interim Final Rule
, USA
As the 2014 implementation date draws near, businesses are focusing on making group health plans compliant. However, they must also prepare for increased whistleblower claims, develop claim-reporting protocols, and, know how to handle employees. Employees and their counsel need to be aware of potential employer violations under the ACA and accompanying retaliation for seeking access to this covera...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 9, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Planning and Administering Estates and Trusts—Income Tax Consequences You Need to Consider
, USA
When planning and administering estates and trusts, do you know how to avoid income tax traps while maximizing income tax planning opportunities? In this engaging CLE seminar, experts from The American College of Trust and Estate Counsel will teach you helpful strategies to both minimize unexpected income tax liabilities and secure special income tax planning benefits in the context of related-pa...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Meeting the FDA for Orphan Products: Practical Strategies to Maximize Benefit
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on orphan products will discuss FDA's guidance documents and the do’s and don’ts at FDA meetings for orphan products. It will explain proven techniques in preparing for FDA meetings using case-studies to highlight common mistakes and potential solutions. Why Should You Attend: Orphan products require special interactions with the FDA reviewers. Formal meetings with the reviewers no...ComplianceOnline
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Asian Medical Device Laws and Regulations: China, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea
Palo Alto, California, USA
This training on Asian medical device regulations will discuss the regulatory framework for medical devices in China, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea. It will outline systematic methods to identify and meet regulatory requirements and streamline the regulatory process in these Asian countries. Why Should Attend: The medical devices are currently one of the fastest growing industries. The knowledge an...ComplianceOnline
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
How to Write a Safety Plan that Complies with OSHA Requirements
Palo Alto, California, USA
This webinar will be a basic, nuts and bolts program leading participants through the process of creating a written safety plan for evacuation, fire, hazard communication and Others, that complies with OSHA requirements. Why Should You Attend: The current Federal OSHA administration is taking steps to require employers to create and enforce Injury and Illness Prevention Programs, what they refer...ComplianceOnline
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
What Accounts Payable and Purchasing Don't Know About Regulatory Compliance and How It Can HURT
Palo Alto, California, USA
This purchasing and accounts payable (AP)regulations training will focus on the necessary steps to be taken to avoid compliance issues, penalties and lawsuits. It will also explain how to identify an organization’s weaknesses and how to address the challenges related to AP and purchasing compliance. Why Should You Attend: Revenue shortfalls at all levels of government have greatly increased scr...ComplianceOnline
May 9, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Collective Trust Funds Today: Recent Developments...
New York, New York, USA
The first and only comprehensive CLE program on collective trust funds! Are you prepared to face new legal challenges as you enjoy an increase in business opportunities? Collective Trust Funds (CTFs) are rapidly becoming the investment vehicle of choice for many 401(k) plan sponsors. Now that these funds offer daily valuation and investment direction combined with the potential for lower costs,...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 9, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
The Infamous Form FDA 483: How you respond can make or break you
san Francisco, California, USA
Description: The infamous Form FDA 483 (483) presents a list of observations noted by an FDA investigator, a consumer safety officer (CSO,) during the inspection of an establishment regulated by the FDA. The observations point out specific factual situations that in the investigator's view demonstrate an apparent violation of the applicable FDA regulations. The issuance of a 483 by the CSO at the ...online compliance panel
May 9, 2013
CLE
CLE
2nd Annual Insurance In the Construction Industry
Dallas, Texas, USA
Construction is a dangerous business and success requires effectively managing risk. An essential component of risk management is appropriate insurance coverage. Construction disputes – whatever their underlying source – are impacted by the coverage available (or not available) to the various parties on the jobsite. In light of the inherent risks, it is critical that anyone involved in constructio...The Seminar Group
May 9, 2013
CLE
CLE
High Impact Presentation Skills: Fast Track Coaching for Busy Attorneys
Seattle, Washington, USA
Every time you speak, you are revealing critical information about yourself, both verbally and nonverbally. Your listeners - whether it’s three people sitting around a conference table or 300 people filling an auditorium - are judging you. Compelling research proves: HOW you say it is even more important than WHAT you say. Want to promote your company by becoming a Sponsor of this seminar? Call ...The Seminar Group
May 10, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Document Assembly and Automation
, USA
Perhaps nowhere else in the area of legal technology are traditional lawyers facing obsolescence than in legal document assembly. Preparation of legal documents, once the province of the lawyer, is now a service becoming increasingly available to consumers at lower costs from online legal document preparation companies. Attorneys who persist in preparing documents in the traditional manner—and at ...American Bar Association
May 10, 2013
CLE
CLE
Discipline, Documentation & Discharge of Problem Employees
Seattle, Washington, USA
Don’t Miss These Presentations: The Stages of Discipline Performance Reviews Making the Discharge Decision Handling the Discharge Process Update on Issues Specific to Washington State Difficult Issues in the Disciplinary Process Documentation of Employees’ Performance Eight Ways to Get Sued by Your Problem Employees This course will show you how to effectively deal with performance and b...The Seminar Group
May 10, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Essential Ethics for the Business Lawyer: Confidentiality, Ethics...
, USA
In this cutting-edge 60-minute ethics seminar, nationally recognized expert Michael Downey explores the essentials of handling these controversies as soon as they occur. Topics include: -Confidentiality concerns in a transactional practice, particularly when providing services to multiple corporations or corporations and their owners or employees -Disclosing wrongful conduct of corporate ins...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 10, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
Disinfectant Validation And Cleanroom Cleaning For All FDA And EMEA Regulated Companies
Palo Alto, California, USA
This 90-minute webinar on Disinfection and Cleanroom Cleaning will cover effective ways to rotate disinfectants, most current industry methods for applying disinfectants and effective methods for controlling residues. Why Should You Attend: Designing an effective cleaning and disinfection program is a critical part of your facility operations and contamination control program to meet FDA, EMA, a...ComplianceOnline
May 10, 2013
Workshop
Workshop
When FMLA ends and ADA begins. The FMLA/ADA Crossover
Palo Alto, California, USA
This 90-minute training will assist you in understanding the complex interaction between FMLA and ADA (AA) as it relates to intermittent leave requests with an underlying accommodation. In addition, we will clarify and discuss strategies for managing the transition from FMLA to ADA, concurrent ADA compliance requirements when designating FMLA, and the significant differences between the compliance...ComplianceOnline
May 10, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Cloud Computing 2013: Cut Through the Fluff & Tackle the Critical Stuff
New York, New York, USA
Corporations, government organizations and millions of consumers are shifting massive quantities of data and their software applications to cloud computing facilities. Cloud computing provides flexibility, enhanced access to software functionality and potential cost savings, but can inject potential new risks. Negotiating contracts for cloud computing services presents new challenges and it can be...Practising Law Institute
May 13, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Illinois MCLE Marathon 2013
Chicago, Illinois, USA
PLI’s Illinois MCLE Marathon is specifically designed to help attorneys practicing in Illinois meet their MCLE requirements, as well as learn about best practices and new and emerging issues. If your last name begins with letters N-Z and you were admitted to the Illinois bar before July 1, 2011, your MCLE compliance deadline of June 30, 2013 is fast approaching. For this N-Z reporting period...Practising Law Institute
