Law Events Calendar
Upcoming Legal Events
May 22, 2013
Training
Training
Medical Foods: Practical Tips to Meet FDA Requirements for Claims and Quality
san Francisco, California, USA
Description: Medical foods play an important role in the management of patients with special dietary restrictions and needs. The designation of medical food by FDA implies special handling, labeling, distribution and manufacturing requirements. Manufacturers are usually worried about meeting all of FDA’s complex requirements for such products. This seminar will discuss the regulatory processes to ...online compliance panel
May 22, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Protecting the Landlord in a Tenant Bankruptcy: Selected Issues and Strategies for Getting Paid
, USA
Taught by three legal experts who have decades of experience in the law representing landlords and tenants, this program emphasizes practical applications for use by landlords. The key topics for discussion include: -securing payment by the debtor prior to assumption and rejection -ensuring payment if the debtor seeks to assume the lease (the cure obligation and adequate assurance of future per...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 23, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Expert Witnesses: What's New Since the 2010 Amendments to the FRCP
, USA
In this instructive video webcast, nationally recognized evidence experts, Judge Paul W. Grimm and Gregory P. Joseph, explore recent significant developments under the 2010 expert witness rule amendments and outline other related changes in the law of expert evidence. In this informative program, you will learn about: -what is protected and what is left unprotected under the 2010 amendments --d...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 23, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Executive Compensation: Best Practices for Complying with Sections 162(m) and 409A
, USA
Do not fall prey to the tricky provisions of Internal Revenue Code Sections 162(m) and 409A! Section 162(m) imposes a $1 million cap on deductible compensation to top officers of public companies; section 409A governs nonqualified deferred compensation commonly provided to corporate executives. Failure to comply with these sections can result in hefty tax penalties for corporate employers and the...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 23, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Serving on a Nonprofit Board: Identifying and Resolving the Ethical Issues
, USA
Whether you are currently serving on a nonprofit board or are considering such service, you must attend this program to learn about the conflicts that can arise and how to resolve them if they do! In addition to offering practice tips and a checklist of what to consider before accepting a position as director, the expert faculty will also explore how to set the confines of representation and ensur...American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
May 23, 2013
Conference
Conference
Australian Transfer Pricing Summit
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
From 8:30 am - 4:15 pm Summary: Australian Transfer Pricing Summit will provide guidelines and the tools to enable successful tax planning for businesses in a legislation-changing environment. Description: The Australian Transfer Pricing Summit will provide corporate transfer pricing professionals with guidelines and the tools to enable successful tax planning and prepare their company for fort...Informa
May 23, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Medicine 101 for Judges and Attorneys: Neurology – Navigating and Understanding Your Nervous System
, USA
Because lawyers aren’t doctors, they can misinterpret medical evidence. This program will help attendees to obtain a better understanding of medical evidence with regard to (1) the diagnosis and treatment of neurological injuries and conditions, and (2) the physician's assessment of the degree of impairment and/or disability. This program will provide an introduction to neurology, focusing upon b...American Bar Association
May 23, 2013
Training
Training
The role of the law firm partner: Strategic career mapping in a changing legal market
London, United Kingdom
Changes to the default retirement age (DRA) and an increased emphasis on performance management means that firms can no longer sit back and believe that Partnership is indeed a plateau on to retirement; especially within the context of ABSs. The tendency is to view career mapping as an all or nothing approach where the next step for a Partner is to be outside the firm. This masterclass aims to ch...Ark Group
May 23, 2013
CLE
CLE
Investment Advisors: Best Practices in Securities Enforcement & Litigation
Seattle, Washington, USA
Every day, billions of dollars trade hands on America’s securities markets. While some customers make their investment decisions solely on their own, many more depend on investment advisors and broker-dealers for advice. Disputes arise. Some investors complain when they lose money and blame others for what were in fact their own decisions. In other cases, though, the investor’s losses can be trac...The Seminar Group
May 23, 2013
CLE
CLE
2nd Annual Issues in Condemnation
Helena, Montana, USA
Eminent Domain – the condemnation of private property for a public use – continues to be the focus of the Montana Legislature, the legal industry and of course the landowners and project developers who find themselves in the eminent domain process. This informative program features an update on the outcome of the 2013 Session of the Montana Legislature and the ongoing debate about the fairest mea...The Seminar Group
May 23, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
iPad for Litigators
, USA
In just two years, the iPad has gone from being a toy used to play games or browse the web to a real productivity tool lawyers can use in their practice. Today, many litigators are ditching their laptops and complicated trial technology setups in favor of the iPad, which is increasingly being used in the courtroom. The iPad's compact design, combined with its versatility and power, makes it a surp...American Bar Association
May 23, 2013
Conference
Conference
3rd Public Procurement Law
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highlights: • Learn about the latest development in procurement law • Discover how to ensure compliance and minimize the legal risks • Hear how to handle negotiations and disputes in the public procurement process • Examine how to manage the risk in public procurement projects • Gain a better understanding of the proper structure of a bid evaluation • Get up to speed on the latest e-procurement to...Federated Press
May 23, 2013
Conference
Conference
Inaugural Understanding Copyright Law and Reform
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highlights: • Get an overview of the significant changes brought in by Bill C-11 • Examine drafting considerations to address the growing complexity of licensing agreements • Review recent copyright cases of significance • Examine the expansion and limitations of user rights under the new copyright legislation • Explore copyright infringement, remedies and the new exemptions from liability for cop...Federated Press
May 24, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
The Paperless Office and Digital Workflows
, USA
We have all heard of the promises of the “paperless office,” but since longstanding habits can be hard to break, many lawyers are unsure of how to make the paperless leap. As more courts and agencies move toward electronic-only document submission, lawyers must find ways to adapt to new paperless ways or be left behind. This webinar will answer those concerns by building a case for the efficienc...American Bar Association
May 24, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Approaching Veterans Issues: A Legal Overview Including an Update of California Penal Code Section 1170.9
San Francisco, California, USA
Certain laws and courtroom practices have the potential to impact veterans differently than the rest of the population. This three hour overview will provide useful information to attorneys, judicial officers and others who interact with veterans about the implications of certain laws and practices with regards to veterans’ pasts and futures. The program will focus on Penal Code 1170.9, especially...Practising Law Institute
May 28, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Inadvertent Disclosure: Are Clawbacks Allowed? Avoiding Privilege Waiver in E-Discovery
, USA
Are you doing everything you can to protect your clients' secrets? In this electronic age of litigation, unintentional disclosure of privileged information and documents is increasingly becoming the norm. Courts around the country are responding by increasingly finding a waiver of the privilege, unless the disclosing lawyer can show that "reasonable precautions" were taken. This practical tips int...American Bar Association
May 28, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Crowdfunding 2.0: The JOBS Act Game Changer
, USA
Crowdfunding, the collective effort of individuals who network and pool their money to support efforts initiated by others, is showing up in the media as more and more entrepreneurs are looking to these sites for funding. Just recently a campaign by the makers of Veronica Mars, a television series that stars Kristen Bell, raised more than $2m in only 10 hours on Kickstarter. We have all lived wi...American Bar Association
May 28, 2013
Conference
Conference
7th Essentials of Commercial Contracts
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highlights: • Key issues with respect to the law of contract • Key principles of good drafting technique: commercial contract format and structure • Customizing agreements to reflect your objectives • Troubleshooting during the contracting process • Recent and impending legislation impacting contract drafting • Overview of the practical use and application of boilerplate clauses • Drafting techniq...Federated Press
May 28, 2013
CLE
CLE
WIPO Workshop for Mediators in Intellectual Property Disputes
Geneva, Switzerland
The Workshop is an intensive two-day training course in the techniques of mediation. Led by Gary Friedman (Director of the Center for Understanding in Conflict, Mill Valley, California) and Robert Mnookin (Samuel Williston Professor of Law at Harvard Law School), the Workshop is based on lecturers and simulated mediation exercises in the intellectual property field. Participants take active part i...World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
May 28, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
New Jersey Basic CLE Marathon 2013
New York, New York, USA
Satisfy part of your mandatory continuing legal education requirements in New Jersey and hone your legal professionalism by attending PLI’s New Jersey Basic CLE Marathon program on May 28, 2013. In accordance with New Jersey’s requirements, this one-day program will include New Jersey-specific instruction and discussion on topics authorized by the Supreme Court of New Jersey Board of C...Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know
New York, New York, USA
Delaware law continues to play a critical role in U.S. corporate and securities law, particularly in today’s challenging and changing business environment. This unique annual program focuses on the important Delaware corporate law developments over the past year and the practical impact on your corporate or legal practice. The very top Delaware corporate law experts from the Delaware judicia...Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
How to Find and Handle Your First Pro Bono Case (Free)
San Francisco, California, USA
This program is a great opportunity to get a strong overview of the world of pro bono, how it can enrich and advance your professional development, and how to make it happen.How to find the right case: What types of cases are right to meet your goals How to pick pro bono opportunities that fit in with your current employment situation Where to find cases or matters Options in types of ...Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Mark Your Calendar. More Information to Come!Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
Mark Your Calendar. More Information to Come!Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Mark Your Calendar. More Information to Come!Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know
Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Mark Your Calendar. More Information to Come!Practising Law Institute
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Ethics for New Partners: Understanding Professional Liability Risks and Exposure
, USA
Making partner is a wonderful achievement that also comes with a variety of ethical challenges. This program will help new partners understand professional liability risks and their exposure to these risks. With a focus on how corporate structure affects a partner’s liability, topics to be addressed are types of partnerships, and personal and vicarious liability in general partnerships, PC, LLC an...American Bar Association
May 29, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Trends in Suspension and Debarment Law
, USA
Attorneys working for individuals and companies that do business with the government need to know the latest trends in suspension and debarment actions. In this program, government regulators, counsel for companies that do business with the government, and private practitioners will discuss: • Why suspension and debarment actions have increased • Expansion of conduct that can result in suspension...American Bar Association
May 30, 2013
CLE
CLE
Basics: 403(b) Plan and 457(b) Plan Overview
Nationwide, District of Columbia, USA
403(b) and 457(b) retirement plans increasingly look and act like 401(k) qualified retirement plans, but there are still significant differences in how 403(b) and 457(b) plans must be designed and operated. 403(b) plans are special retirement savings plans that may be offered by 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations and public educational employers. 457(b) plans are special retirement savings plans t...ABA Joint Committee on Employee Benefits
May 30, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Social Media Law and Order: Effective and Ethical Use of Social Media in Litigation
, USA
Join presenters Ethan Wall and Samir Ghia for a highly interactive multi-media program demonstrating how social media is impacting all kinds of cases and controversies and how lawyers can use social media to effectively prosecute and defend their cases while avoiding emerging ethical pitfalls. Topics to be covered include litigation, e-discovery, and ethics and will include: • An interactive mult...American Bar Association
May 30, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Counseling Farmers, Food Entrepreneurs, and Restaurants on Food Labeling Laws
, USA
This food law CLE will cover a myriad of food and alcohol labeling issues affecting food entrepreneurs, restaurants and agriculture producers that sell their products direct to the consumer. The CLE will give an overview of the regulatory framework at the federal, state and local levels explaining the roles of various government agencies including the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) and U.S. ...American Bar Association
May 30, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Corporate Compliance and Ethics Institute 2013
New York, New York, 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 30, 2013
Conference
Conference
Inaugural Expert Witnesses in Business Litigation
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highlights: • Explore how to prepare powerful and defensible export reports • Examine practical and real world issues related to retaining and using financial experts • Uncover best practices for choosing and vetting an expert • Explore the current rules and recent rulings on admissibility of expert evidence • See effective techniques to challenge the expert’s evidence based on these rules • Look ...Federated Press
May 31, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Municipal Securities Activity by Broker-Dealers and Advisors 2013
New York, New York, USA
The Dodd-Frank Act and related developments ushered in new rules for broker-dealers and advisors in the municipal market arena. This program will provide attendees with a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to broker-dealer and advisor municipal securities activity. Discussion will include the interplay between the various regulators with respect to municipal securities activity and...Practising Law Institute
May 31, 2013
CLE - Live Webcast
CLE - Live Webcast
Understanding Your Finances and Alternative Billing Strategies
, USA
Few areas produce more conflict between lawyer and client than billing. As consumers gain access to legal services though alternative means and are more cost-conscious than ever, it is critically important that today’s lawyers are able to carefully walk the line between achieving their own financial objectives while at the same time retaining clients who are satisfied that they are receiving good ...American Bar Association
Jun 3, 2013
Training
Training
ICC Training International Contracts, Paris 3-6 June 2013
Paris, France
Negotiating and drafting a contract of quality, which will allow the parties to preserve their relationship in the long term, are skills and techniques that need to be learned, as does managing the “post-contract” and dealing with different kinds of conflict resolution. This training will focus, through the study of a mock case, on these issues and the main problems that arise in international con...ICC International Chamber of Commerce
Jun 3, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Pocket MBA Summer 2013: Finance for Lawyers
San Francisco, California, USA
The ability to identify and appropriately use financial and accounting information is relevant to a wide range of legal and regulatory matters for attorneys and allied professionals. Litigators and transactional attorneys alike will benefit from this practical course designed specifically for non-accountants and taught by members of the nation’s top accounting, tax and advisory firms, leadin...Practising Law Institute
Jun 3, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Prior Art, Obviousness, and the America Invents Act in 2013
New York, New York, USA
Patent reform has arrived: what will be its impact on those touchstones of patentability, prior art and obviousness? 102 was already a complicated concept for patent practitioners, having undergone evolving interpretations in the PTO and CAFC. How will the AIA now complicate matters further? What aspects of current 102 understanding carry over to new 102? How does the concept of ...Practising Law Institute
Jun 4, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Negotiating Real Estate Deals 2013
New York, New York, USA
Many things have changed in the world of real estate: the structuring of transactions, availability of financing availability of equity capital, bankruptcy remote structures, the role of the bankruptcy process, joint venture considerations, work out pitfalls, carve-out guaranties and unanticipated judicial interpretations, global market gyrations, interest rate setting irregularities, evolving nei...Practising Law Institute
Jun 4, 2013
Other
Other
Global Patent Strategy Exchange
Dublin, Ireland
Develop profitable, long-term patent initiatives at the Global Patent Strategy Exchange 2013. Designed exclusively for Heads of Patent, Heads of IP and General Counsel, this invitation only event is an ideal platform to meet global patent leaders, share common pain points and formulate practical strategies to effectively monetize and protect patent portfolios. Network and benchmark with heads of p...IQPC Exchange
Jun 4, 2013
Training
Training
Client relationship management for law firms
London, United Kingdom
Choosing the right clients is crucial to your success and there are many aspects to consider not simply who are the biggest and best. Long-term, lucrative client relationships stem from compatibility and the role of the relationship partner within your firm is pivotal in client selection and management. It is critical that you are compatible with your clients in order for strong relationships to ...Ark Group
Jun 4, 2013
Conference
Conference
Global Disruptors Summit
New York, New York, USA
Provides a 'radar check' on imminent threats and opportunities from disruptive forces and offers strategies to both protect your organization from potential risks and capitalize on opportunities presented by disruptions.American Group of Companies, Inc.
Jun 4, 2013
Course
Course
9th Women & Leadership
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Highlights: • Hear 17 inspirational presentations by top-ranking women executives, as they share their career and leadership tips • Attend practical workshops including three dynamic coaching clinics and an interaction session on becoming an exceptional leader. • Network with successful women leaders Participants: • Edelman Canada • Ainsworth Inc. • Canadian Blood Services • Candu Energy Inc. •...Federated Press
Jun 5, 2013
Training
Training
COLP & COFA: Identifying and reporting material breaches and patterns of non-compliance
London, United Kingdom
With the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) guidance on Outcomes Focused Regulation (OFR) stating that the nature of systems and controls will vary according to the size of your firm or form of practice; its complexity, the activity that it conducts and your client base, it makes sense for Managing Partner to prepare executive briefings at which COLPs & COFAs representing firms of similar size ...Ark Group
Jun 5, 2013
Conference
Conference
Strategic IP Planning - Early Bird Discount of 15% if Booked Before 19th April 2013
London, England
This practical and highly interactive seminar has been designed with both IP professionals and non-IP professionals in mind. The expert trainers will provide a step-by-step guide on how to set up a successful strategic IP plan. With the use of a tool kit, case studies and a business simulation, attendees will return to the workplace confident in devising their own IP strategy. If you have any q...Management Forum Ltd
Jun 5, 2013
CLE
CLE
2nd Annual Data Protection and Security
Seattle, Washington, USA
Join our Program Chair, Scott J. Stein of Stroz Freeberg LLC, and our outstanding faculty. These topics will be covered: Data Breach Response: Navigating the Technical, Strategic and Legal Issues Overview of Data Privacy Law Landscape Mobile Device Challenges for Security and Privacy Responding to U.S. Government and Third Party Requests for Personal Data and Communications Cloud Computing ...The Seminar Group
Jun 5, 2013
Training
Training
Undertaking a risk and compliance audit of your firm
London, United Kingdom
Law firms have witnessed ever-increasing regulation over the last decade, and firms now have to do much more than just pay lip service to risk management and corporate governance. The masterclass recognises that there is a lot of talk about risk management for legal practice, but there is often a lack of practical awareness of what the real risks are and what should be done about them.Ark Group
Jun 5, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Fundamentals of Patent Litigation 2013
San Francisco, California, USA
Are you a litigator and have always wondered how patent litigation differs from your practice? Or maybe you have considered pursuing patent litigation but first wanted to find out how it differs from other types of commercial litigation? This exciting program will explore what makes patent litigation, whether in District Court or at the ITC, different from other types of litigation, fr...Practising Law Institute
Jun 5, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Global Capital Markets & the U.S. Securities Laws 2013: Raising Capital in an Evolving Regulatory Environment
New York, New York, USA
Capital markets are adjusting to a wide range of evolving regulatory standards which affect the way in which offerings are conducted around the world. At the same time, issuers around the world are subject to changing accounting and corporate governance standards, while market participants navigate new ground in derivative product regulation. Issuers and market participants also face an increasing...Practising Law Institute
Jun 6, 2013
CLE - Live Seminar
CLE - Live Seminar
Acquiring or Selling the Privately Held Company 2013
New York, New York, USA
At this perennial favorite, our experienced faculty will walk you through all of the steps associated with acquiring and selling a privately held company, whether it is a large independent corporation, a division or subsidiary of a large public company, or a smaller venture capital-backed or family-owned entrepreneurial enterprise. You will learn about the special issues that apply when a private ...Practising Law Institute
