Worldwide Law Events Calendar

Study Business and Legal English in London

London, England

OEC courses are designed to be practical and taught in a small group where close interaction between the trainer and the attendees are possible. Unlike many of our competitors, we prefer to have quality over quantity. The courses are held in a modern classroom or executive meeting room with the use of the latest technology for content delivery. We hire only qualified and experienced trainers, with...

OEC Limited

Prior Art & Obviousness 2009: The PTO and CAFC Perspective on Patent Law Sections 102 & 103

New York, New York, USA

35 USC 102 (Prior Art) continues to be re-understood and re-interpreted by the PTO and CAFC to account for the unforeseen in how the concept of "prior art" and circumstance collide in the 21st century.  Prior Art on the web - here today, gone tomorrow, but always recoverable - maybe; on sale, or "ready for patenting" in the age of biotech and nanotech, what is truly enable...

Practising Law Institute

Summer Course on European Intellectual Property Law

Trier, Germany

This new summer course will enable participants to acquire a basic knowledge in European intellectual property and industrial property law, its management and its protection.The summer course will focus on the following topics: Legal and institutional framework Trade marks and designs Geographical indications Patents Data protection Copyright and related rights Judicial system and applicabl...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

Summer Course: European Criminal Justice

Trier, Germany

This course will provide participants with an introduction to EU criminal law and to the instruments for cooperation in criminal justice matters. It will consider the origins, the institutional system and the legal framework of criminal justice cooperation in the EU, including: European police and judicial cooperation under the Schengen Conventions EU criminal justice developments since the Maas...

Academy of European Law (ERA)

Ethics for Commercial Litigators 2009

New York, New York, USA

New developments in confidentiality, the attorney-client privilege, and the attorney work-product doctrine (including disclosure obligations to third parties, the status of government pressure to waive, congressional legislation, selective waiver, inadvertent waiver, etc.) Lawyer’s exposure to civil liability Whistle-blower remedies for lawyers Recent developments impacting the ...

Practising Law Institute

The Attorney-Client Privilege & Internal Investigations 2009

New York, New York, USA

Privilege issues arising from cooperation with the government Recent trends in government agency approach to waiver of privilege Ethical issues in conducting the investigation Conflict of interest issues arising in the representation and interview of company employees Issues arising in international internal investigations Reporting the results of the investigation

Practising Law Institute

Art Collection Management Summit

Newport, Rhode Island, USA

Opal Financial Group and Fine Art Connoisseur are pleased to co-produce an event designed to cover a wide range of art management financial issues. This art collection conference will appeal not only to high net worth art collectors and art dealers but also financial management and legal professionals, who find themselves faced with new economic challenges in their advisory roles with the families...

Opal Financial Group

Fundamentals of Patent Prosecution 2009: A Boot Camp for Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing

San Francisco, California, USA

A PLI Basic Patent Program To Help You On Your WayThis three-day program is directed to patent attorneys, litigation attorneys and patent agents with 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.  It is designed to provide a practical and solid foundation ...

Practising Law Institute

Markman Hearings and Claim Construction in Patent Litigation 2009

New York, New York, USA

Companies and their patent lawyers anxious to resolve the ever-increasing number of costly patent disputes must deal with the 1994 Supreme Court case Markman v. Westview Instruments, which was supposed to add speed and predictability to patent cases. In Markman, the high court held that “judges, not jurors, are better suited to find the acquired meaning of patent terms.” After Mar...

Practising Law Institute

Markman Hearings and Claim Construction in Patent Litigation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Companies and their patent lawyers anxious to resolve the ever-increasing number of costly patent disputes must deal with the 1994 Supreme Court case Markman v. Westview Instruments, which was supposed to add speed and predictability to patent cases. In Markman, the high court held that “judges, not jurors, are better suited to find the acquired meaning of patent terms.” After Mar...

Practising Law Institute

Markman Hearings and Claim Construction in Patent Litigation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Companies and their patent lawyers anxious to resolve the ever-increasing number of costly patent disputes must deal with the 1994 Supreme Court case Markman v. Westview Instruments, which was supposed to add speed and predictability to patent cases. In Markman, the high court held that “judges, not jurors, are better suited to find the acquired meaning of patent terms.” After Mar...

Practising Law Institute

Markman Hearings and Claim Construction in Patent Litigation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

Companies and their patent lawyers anxious to resolve the ever-increasing number of costly patent disputes must deal with the 1994 Supreme Court case Markman v. Westview Instruments, which was supposed to add speed and predictability to patent cases. In Markman, the high court held that “judges, not jurors, are better suited to find the acquired meaning of patent terms.” After Mar...

Practising Law Institute

Class Action Litigation 2009: Prosecution and Defense Strategies

New York, New York, USA

Class action lawsuits persist as the focal point of high stakes litigation, yet the applicable standards are rapidly changing. How has the current economic crisis affected the class action landscape? What are the most effective strategies to use in mediation? What is the future of the class action lawsuit? What arguments will maximize your ability to obtain or defeat class certification? How can y...

Practising Law Institute

Class Action Litigation 2009: Prosecution and Defense Strategies (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Class action lawsuits persist as the focal point of high stakes litigation, yet the applicable standards are rapidly changing. How has the current economic crisis affected the class action landscape? What are the most effective strategies to use in mediation? What is the future of the class action lawsuit? What arguments will maximize your ability to obtain or defeat class certification? How can y...

Practising Law Institute

Class Action Litigation 2009: Prosecution and Defense Strategies (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

Class action lawsuits persist as the focal point of high stakes litigation, yet the applicable standards are rapidly changing. How has the current economic crisis affected the class action landscape? What are the most effective strategies to use in mediation? What is the future of the class action lawsuit? What arguments will maximize your ability to obtain or defeat class certification? How can y...

Practising Law Institute

The Business Aspects Of Intellectual Property

London, England

An ideal seminar for those wanting to: Gain an overview of the business aspects of intellectual property, Understand how different priorities - commercial, financial and legal - help to shape IP-related business transactions, Improve your knowledge of the commercial, financial and legal aspects of setting up, negotiating and managing IP transactions, Complete exercises on business and contractual ...

Managenment Forum Ltd

Class Action Litigation 2009: Prosecution and Defense Strategies (Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

Class action lawsuits persist as the focal point of high stakes litigation, yet the applicable standards are rapidly changing. How has the current economic crisis affected the class action landscape? What are the most effective strategies to use in mediation? What is the future of the class action lawsuit? What arguments will maximize your ability to obtain or defeat class certification? How can y...

Practising Law Institute

Private Equity Forum 2009 (Tenth Annual - Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities.  There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward.  In t...

Practising Law Institute

Private Equity Forum 2009 (Tenth Annual - Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities.  There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward.  In t...

Practising Law Institute

Private Equity Forum 2009 (Tenth Annual - Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities. There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward. In this environm...

Practising Law Institute

Private Equity Forum 2009 (Tenth Annual - Groupcast Location)

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities. There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward. In this environm...

Practising Law Institute

Private Equity Forum 2009 (Tenth Annual)

New York, New York, USA

The current economic crisis and the state of financial markets have had a tremendous impact on private equity, leading to a huge drop off in fund raising and deal making activities. There has also been increasing regulatory and legislative focus on private equity funds and their roles in the financial markets leading to the downturn, as well as their potential roles going forward. In this environm...

Practising Law Institute

Understanding Copyright & Trademark Law 2009 (COMBO)

San Francisco, California, USA

Understanding Copyright Law 2009More and more, intellectual property has become one of the most important assets in a business, regardless of the type of industry. Consequently, practitioners need to understand the basic tenets of copyright law so they can protect their clients’ interests appropriately. Learn all you need to know as renowned experts lead you through the nuts and bolts of thi...

Practising Law Institute

Understanding Copyright Law 2009

San Francisco, California, USA

More and more, intellectual property has become one of the most important assets in a business, regardless of the type of industry. Consequently, practitioners need to understand the basic tenets of copyright law so they can protect their clients’ interests appropriately. Learn all you need to know as renowned experts lead you through the nuts and bolts of this constantly changing field. Exp...

Practising Law Institute

Global Managing Partners Forum

London, Italy

The inaugural Global Managing Partners Forum will offer Managing Partners the medium to discuss and digress amongst peers about issues that are relevant and pertinent to being a managing partner. It is an independently researched and produced event with an innovative and cutting–edge programme like no other. It will enable the facilitation of learning new skills or enhancing old ones through the d...

CMS- Chilli Marketing Solutions

Understanding Trademark Law 2009

San Francisco, California, USA

The commercial marketplace has become increasingly brand-driven, and with the Internet, more global. This is why practitioners should be equipped with the necessary tools to navigate trademark issues that may arise for their clients. This program will cover the basics all the way through to the hottest issues that face the practice area today. Learn about trademark selection and clearance, tradema...

Practising Law Institute

How to Open a Law Firm in 2009

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Starting your own firm can be terrifying but, done right, it can be the best move you ever make! If you plan to start a new firm (or discover that you have to...) you must, (a) set up your firm quickly, ethically and professionally, and (b) get the clients you need to feed your family. This practical workshop will teach you how to accomplish both. Attendees will learn how to: • Hit the ground run...

Ark Group USA

Attorney Flex Time: Why They Work for Firms, Attorneys and Most Importantly Clients

USA

Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Agenda: Flex time Programs at Firms-Why They Work for Firms, Attorneys and Most Importantly Clients Why part-time and flex time programs at law firms work for law firms and their corporate clients The misperceptions about flex time and part-time programs and how to overcome those misperceptions How to increase transparency between firm and client when it comes to alternat...

HB Litigation Conferences

Containing Insurance Losses When Pandemics Strike

USA

A Rebroadcast of the May 13, 2009 Program Hosted by Nelson Levine de Luca & Horst with a Live Q&A at the End 2:00pm - 4:00pm ET Agenda First Party Coverage Issues Closure of facilities due to flu contagion or potential contagion Coverage issues relating to business interruption; including loss of income due to business closure or decrease in customers due to detection of flu virus at business (...

HB Litigation Conferences

Private Data Breaches - Insurance Coverage Implications & Prevention

USA

Are You Covered When Hackers Get Through? An overview of data breach incidents Does a company have coverage for data breaches? An overview of current insurance coverage cases relating to data breaches Advising clients who have been hacked Top recommendations for clients to prevent data breaches and to secure coverage for future incidents Scott Godes, Esq., Dickstein Shapiro LLP, Washington,...

HB Litigation Conferences

Commercial Contracts and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Singapore, Singapore

In today’s increasingly complex business world, corporate litigation cases are reported virtually everyday in the news. Frequently, they relate to disputes arising from interpretation of documents, breach of contract and infringements of rights. Whether negotiating, drafting or entering into such agreements, it is essential to understand the legal and commercial issues surrounding them. This conf...

LexisNexis

Commercial Contracts and Alternative Dispute Resolution

Singapore, Singapore

In today’s increasingly complex business world, corporate litigation cases are reported virtually everyday in the news. Frequently, they relate to disputes arising from interpretation of documents, breach of contract and infringements of rights. Whether negotiating, drafting or entering into such agreements, it is essential to understand the legal and commercial issues surrounding them. This conf...

LexisNexis

Patent Bar Review 2009 - Summer

Costa Mesa, California, USA

Anyone with a technical degree (generally, any degree in science or engineering, or the equivalent) can take the Patent Bar Exam to become a patent agent or patent attorney. Patent Law is one of the U.S.'s top growth industries, with ever-changing, intriguing opportunities.The Patent Bar Exam is now computer-based and on-demand. But it is still the same grueling, leave-no-stone-unturned test of kn...

Practising Law Institute

Patent Basics 2009

New York, New York, USA

If you aren’t a patent attorney but may have to deal with patent-related issues, this comprehensive one-day program is for you. Designed with the non-patent practitioner in mind, this program will address patent issues that may arise in the context of general law practice and business management.The primary areas of patent law will be discussed, including what is considered patentable, how t...

Practising Law Institute

Doing Business in China 2009

New York, New York, USA

As the financial landscape around the world and in China changes at a dramatic pace, it is crucial for lawyers and related business professionals in this area to stay on top of the developments.  This program brings together domestic and international experts who will provide guidance on the latest issues including private equity, M&A, foreign direct investment, and the burgeoning Antimon...

Practising Law Institute

Doing Business in China 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

As the financial landscape around the world and in China changes at a dramatic pace, it is crucial for lawyers and related business professionals in this area to stay on top of the developments.  This program brings together domestic and international experts who will provide guidance on the latest issues including private equity, M&A, foreign direct investment, and the burgeoning Antimon...

Practising Law Institute

Doing Business in China 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

As the financial landscape around the world and in China changes at a dramatic pace, it is crucial for lawyers and related business professionals in this area to stay on top of the developments.  This program brings together domestic and international experts who will provide guidance on the latest issues including private equity, M&A, foreign direct investment, and the burgeoning Antimon...

Practising Law Institute

Understanding ERISA 2009

San Francisco, California, USA

This program will address fundamental issues related to designing, operating and ensuring tax qualification of employee retirement benefit plans. Beginning with the statutory framework of ERISA, an experienced faculty will describe the types of plans covered by the statute, the requirements for operating them, including how they are funded, how distributions are made, how they are terminated, reco...

Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Upstream Petroleum Agreements

Aberdeen, Scotland

The two-day course Fundamentals of Upstream Petroleum Agreements has been produced to satisfy a perceived need in the upstream industry for a foundation course on this central subject. Chris uses his twenty-five years of experience in drafting, negotiating and implementing upstream petroleum agreements to present an overview of the most common and important agreements and to identify the really cr...

CP thorpe Ltd

Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2009

New York, New York, USA

The Madoff scandal and the current financial crisis has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, as well as in the front page headlines.  At this day-long program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to investment advisers.  Attendees will learn how the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and state securities laws interact in governi...

Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

The Madoff scandal and the current financial crisis has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, as well as in the front page headlines.  At this day-long program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to investment advisers.  Attendees will learn how the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and state securities laws interact in governi...

Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

The Madoff scandal and the current financial crisis has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, as well as in the front page headlines.  At this day-long program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to investment advisers.  Attendees will learn how the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and state securities laws interact in governi...

Practising Law Institute

Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2009 (Groupcast Location)

New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

The Madoff scandal and the current financial crisis has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, as well as in the front page headlines.  At this day-long program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to investment advisers.  Attendees will learn how the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and state securities laws interact in governi...

Practising Law Institute

“Inventive Problem Solving Through TRIZ”

New Delhi, India

THREE DAY SKILL BUILDING INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME on “INVENTIVE PROBLEM SOLVING THROUGH TRIZ” PatInt Solutions India Pvt Ltd, New Delhi and MTRIZ Academy, Germany are going to organize three day skill building international Certificate programme on “Inventive Problem Solving Through TRIZ” on 17th to 19th July at New Delhi and 24th to 26th july at Mumbai. Previously it was in June but d...

PatInt Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.

Basics of Accounting for Lawyers 2009: What Every Practicing Lawyer Needs To Know

New York, New York, USA

Taught by an experienced panel of accountants and lawyers, Basics of Accounting for Lawyers is specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney to provide an understanding of the key principles of accounting and the basic financial statements.  Whether you are a litigator or a transactional attorney, you will benefit from this practical course designed to provide insight and perspective ...

Practising Law Institute

Privacy and Data Security Law Institute (Tenth 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

Certificate in Employee Relations Law Seminar

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA

4 1/2 day employment law training seminar approved for MCLE credit in most states. Divided into three "blocks" of instruction: Labor Law in the Union & Non-Union Workplace (Monday-Tuesday); Employment Discrimination Law (Wednesday-Thursday); Special Issues in Employment Law (Friday). Seminars are conducted nationwide. Each block has an experienced, highly rated attorney as the principal teaching r...

Institute for Applied Management & Law, Inc.

Certificate in Employee Benefits Law Seminar

Lake Buena Vista, Florida, USA

The seminar covers employee benefits issues that arise in the design and administration of employee benefit plans, the management of their assets, controversies between plan sponsors, trustees, participants and the numerous government agencies that regulate these plans. This seminar will provide participants with insights into the many regulations, laws and their requirements, the governmental age...

Institute for Applied Management & Law, Inc.

e- Discovery & Digital Forensics

Hong Kong, China

LexisNexis® is launching it’s e- Discovery & Digital Forensics’ on the 20th & 21st July, 2009 at The Park Lane, Hong Kong. Over 85% of all crimes committed today leave a trail of digital evidence. It is indisputable that many litigation cases facing companies involve some sort of digital evidence. Difficulties in discovering and identifying relevant electronic evidence increase the workload and p...

LexisNexis

Credit Crisis Coverage Claims:Most Likely Problems to Hit Insurance Due to Credit Market Losses

USA

Time: 2:00-3:40 pm ET Agenda Coverage Issues Most Likely to Arise from Credit Crisis Claims, including the Application (or Not) of Various Exclusions and Limitations to Coverage • Notice Provisions • Duty to defend v. duty to reimburse and all related issues (panel counsel) • Settlements and Issue of Consent to Settlements • Exclusions: Fraud and Dishonesty; Prior Acts; Personal Profit; Insured ...

HB Litigation Conferences