Conflicts and confidentiality for law firms

London, United Kingdom

Never has there been a greater need to nurture and preserve client relationships. One of the most common sources of client dissatisfaction is the way firms handle potential conflicts and confidentiality issues. Getting this wrong can not only destroy client relationships but also lead to regulatory or legal action and loss of reputation. It is essential to consider the rules on conflicts and conf...

Ark Group

Fundamentals of Investment Adviser Regulation 2013

New York, New York, USA

In the aftermath of the financial crisis and the resulting regulatory reform, the SEC has advanced significant rulemaking to impose a greater degree of controls on investment advisers’ operations. In fact, the SEC has put the regulation of investment advisers under the microscope, establishing new rules related to adviser custody, political contributions and adviser disclosure and has retooled its...

Practising Law Institute

Employment Discrimination Law Update

Chicago, Illinois, USA

This is the definitive annual advanced-level update of the most significant developments in EEO and their impact on employment practices, featuring a session on major developments in discrimination law, including coverage of legislative activity, harassment and internal investigations, terminations and severance agreements, pervasive retaliation claims, the e-Workplace, ADA update, FMLA practice a...

NELI

Basics of Accounting for Lawyers 2013: What Every Practicing Lawyer Needs to Know

San Francisco, California, USA

Accounting is a language of business. Because attorneys encounter accounting information in a wide range of legal issues, it is critical for lawyers to understand financial statements and core accounting concepts. This practical course, specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney, will provide an understanding of financial statements and the key principles of accounting, using “rea...

Practising Law Institute

Advanced Patent Prosecution Workshop 2013: Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing

New York, New York, USA

In this advanced two-day program, you will have a unique opportunity to receive hands-on drafting experience under the guidance of experienced patent prosecutors. By working in small technologically-distinct groups, you will receive individualized feedback on claim drafting and amendment writing skills, as well as learn practical techniques for avoiding prosecution pitfalls. Guidance will be provi...

Practising Law Institute

IP Due Diligence

London, United Kingdom

DISCOUNT AVAILABLE IF BOOKED TOGETHER WITH 'FREEDOM TO OPERATE' on 19 JULY 2013 REGISTER FOR THIS INVALUABLE GUIDE TO IP DUE DILIGENCE PROJECTS TO: ■ Gain practical advice from highly-rated experts on how best to prepare for your due diligence project ■ Learn to identify when a due diligence project is desirable and how to determine what its scope should be ■ Discuss how to ev...

Management Forum Ltd

Oral Proceedings at the European Patent Office

London, England

This course has been designed for:- ■ Qualified European Patent Attorneys ■ Trainees preparing to qualify who have a working knowledge of the European Patent Convention ■ Those who know how to prosecute an application through the written procedure And will teach you: - ■ The PROCESS - How Oral Proceedings work ■ The PREPARATION - How to get your case ready ■ ...

Management Forum Ltd

Freedom to Operate

London, England

DISCOUNT AVAILABLE IF BOOKED TOGETHER WITH THE 'IP DUE DILIGENCE' MEETING ON 18 JULY 2013 THOSE ATTENDING THIS SEMINAR WILL: ■ Be prepared for the FTO questions that will be raised by your client/company when they want to use new technology or expand existing technology ■ Understand which FTO questions you should ask, to make the most of your time and budget ■ Discuss best pr...

Management Forum Ltd

2nd Annual Bad Faith Claims

Seattle, Washington, USA

Take advantage of our Early Bird Special. $75 off your registration if you sign up by 5/23/13. Prices currently listed on the website reflect the discount. This seminar addresses the newest developments and hot topics in extracontractual insurance claims in Washington State, along with a discussion of the differences between Washington, Oregon and other Northwest states in regard to insurance bad...

The Seminar Group

Basics of Accounting for Lawyers 2013: What Every Practicing Lawyer Needs to Know

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Accounting is a language of business. Because attorneys encounter accounting information in a wide range of legal issues, it is critical for lawyers to understand financial statements and core accounting concepts. This practical course, specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney, will provide an understanding of financial statements and the key principles of accounting, using “rea...

Practising Law Institute

Prior Art, Obviousness, and the America Invents Act in 2013

San Francisco, California, 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

Ethics for In-House Corporate Counsel 2013

New York, New York, USA

 Ethics and financial services in the midst of global financial market turbulence New developments in corporate governance The new Foreign Corrupt Practices Act guidelines Crisis management, corporate compliance, and litigation management: what every in-house counsel needs to know E-discovery Attorney-client privilege; Kovel privilege Ethics and outsourcing Corporate whistleblowing

Practising Law Institute

This Really Happened: A Review of Real World Ethical Issues 2013

New York, New York, USA

Join us once again at this unique interactive program. Chair Jeremy R. Feinberg and our expert faculty will review a new set of hypotheticals culled from some of the most outlandish cases recently reported. What did those attorneys do? What would you do? What do the experts say you should do? Test your knowledge of the pertinent ethical rules as you match wits with our expert faculty, and contesta...

Practising Law Institute

Ethics for Discovery 2013

New York, New York, USA

Pre-litigation document management and preservation - best practices and ethical duties for: Technology assessments and inventory Employee education Designing and implementing document retention policies and preservation plans Litigation risk assessmentsThe discovery process - recent developments and emerging issues, including: Use of outside vendors and new search technologies...

Practising Law Institute

Basics of International Taxation 2013

New York, New York, USA

In a global business, the tax laws of the United States may impact transactions regardless of where the transactions take place. A working knowledge of the U. S. international tax rules is, therefore, of paramount importance to a wide variety of tax and corporate professionals.At this program, some of the world’s leading tax experts will discuss the current rules of U.S. international taxation. Ea...

Practising Law Institute

Winning Patents Workshop (Alexandria, VA)

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

The Winning Patents Workshop, which has been updated to reflect relevant changes introduced by the AIA, including the entirely new §102 prior art criteria which become effective in March 2013, is designed specifically for entry-level patent practitioners – those with up to two years of patent drafting and prosecution experience. Through four days of lectures and an interactive, small-group exercis...

Landon IP

Foundation Diploma in Admiralty Law & Practice

By online distance learning, United Kingdom

A comprehensive and practical explanation of maritime law and its underpinning commercial, safety and environmental codes and principles.

Lloyd's Maritime Academy

Understanding the Securities Laws 2013

New York, New York, USA

Whether you are new to the field or seeking a quick refresher or an update, this is a securities law primer that you won’t want to miss. This program will provide an overview and discussion of the basic aspects of the U.S. federal securities laws by leading in-house and law firm practitioners and key SEC representatives. Emphasis will be placed on the interplay among the Securities Act of 19...

Practising Law Institute

Employment Discrimination Law Update

Arlington, Virginia, USA

This is the definitive annual advanced-level update of the most significant developments in EEO and their impact on employment practices, featuring a session on major developments in discrimination law, including coverage of legislative activity, harassment and internal investigations, terminations and severance agreements, pervasive retaliation claims, the e-Workplace, ADA update, FMLA practice a...

NELI

Representing the Pro Bono Client: Consumer Law Basics 2013 (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

Volunteer lawyers are needed to help the many low income clients facing a wide assortment of consumer law matters who are unrepresented. Attend this program to learn the basics of consumer law so that you can competently represent a client in need and learn new advocacy skills. Overview of consumer law FDCPA/Consumer collection defense Auto fraud Fair Credit Reporting Act

Practising Law Institute

Children's Law Institute (16th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

Advocates representing children, parents, child welfare or foster care agencies, or working on policy must address evolving issues in an increasingly complex environment. This year, PLI’s 16th Annual Children’s Law Institute will focus on a variety of social and legal issues affecting child welfare and juvenile justice practice. Kinship guardianship - an overview New York&r...

Practising Law Institute

Supreme Court Review (15th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

A distinguished faculty, including constitutional scholars, a law school dean, and a Supreme Court journalist, will analyze, discuss, and debate the leading Supreme Court decisions of the October 2012 Term. The faculty represents a variety of constitutional views and perspectives, and the decisions will be analyzed for their precedential, doctrinal, and ,where appropriate, their societal and litig...

Practising Law Institute

Negotiation Workshop for Lawyers 2013

New York, New York, USA

By attending this program you will learn effective negotiation skills and techniques by observing an expert faculty in simulated bargaining, by critical analysis of tactics and techniques, and by participating in an actual negotiation. What successful negotiators do at every stage of the negotiation process When (and how) to use an adversarial strategy and when (and how) to select a problem...

Practising Law Institute

Securities Arbitration 2013

New York, New York, USA

The continuing national discussion regarding the fairness of arbitration has influenced the forums management of the process. FINRA has focused not only on the compositions of arbitration panels but the definition of who is a “customer” and what is “suitable” in securities cases. In 2013 FINRA will continue its focus on employment disputes and expungement applications.This ...

Practising Law Institute

Prison Law 2013

New York, New York, USA

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Practising Law Institute

ERISA: The Evolving World 2013

New York, New York, USA

A working knowledge of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act’s (ERISA) framework is crucial for lawyers, HR practitioners and other professionals in the area of employee benefits and compensation planning. Our experienced faculty of leading practitioners will discuss a broad array of topics, including the basic regulatory framework, the types of plans covered, the requirements for intended t...

Practising Law Institute

Bridge-the-Gap I: Ethics and Skills for Newly Admitted New York Attorneys

New York, New York, USA

New York State MCLE Rules Attorneys admitted to the New York State Bar after October 1997 are required to complete 16 hours of approved continuing legal education per year during the first two years of admission, including three credit hours in ethics/professionalism, six credit hours in skills, and seven credit hours in professional practice and/or law practice management.By attending PLI’s...

Practising Law Institute

California Trial Advocacy 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

If you think you will ever try a case, or if you want to do better the next time you are in trial, then this is the program you have been waiting for. In this full-day program, some of the most experienced trial lawyers in California will talk about the best way to prepare and present a case to a jury. We will cover what you need to do before the trial begins, in limine motions, jury selection, op...

Practising Law Institute

Writing for Transactional Lawyers 2013

New York, New York, USA

What’s wrong with using words like “herein” and “provided that”? What are the elements of a well-drafted contract? By attending this program, you will learn principles of effective writing and drafting that will enhance your transactional practice.You will learn effective transactional drafting and communication based on: Knowledge of key principles of contract in...

Practising Law Institute

Ethics in Banking and Financial Services 2013

New York, New York, USA

The intersection of banking and brokerage regulation: What are the ethical and practical issues for lawyers in an era of overlapping regulatory jurisdictions?  The dangers and pitfalls of broker-dealer enforcement: What are the ethical and practical issues for lawyers in handling enforcement matters? The ethical responsibilities of legal and compliance professionals in regulated com...

Practising Law Institute

Defending Immigration Removal Proceedings 2013

New York, New York, USA

With more than 300,000 deportation and removal cases initiated by U.S. immigration authorities each year, immigrants in the United States need competent and knowledgeable representation in this important area of law. Over half of those facing removal proceedings are unrepresented, and studies have shown that those without legal representation face a significantly higher risk of removal, regardless...

Practising Law Institute

Ethics and Conflicts of Interest in Law Practice 2013

New York, New York, USA

The relevant New York Rules of Professional Conduct and their relationship to the American Bar Association Model Rules How to identify potential and actual conflicts, determine whether a conflict may be waived, and craft effective conflict waivers How to establish systems and protocols to assist your attorneys with identifying potential and actual conflicts Recent developments in conf...

Practising Law Institute

The Attorney-Client Privilege and Internal Investigations 2013

New York, New York, USA

Privilege issues arising from cooperation with the government Recent trends in government agency approaches to internal investigations, cooperation and waiver of privilege Ethical issues in conducting the investigation Conflict of interest issues arising in the representation and interview of company employees Conflicts between the company and employees on privilege waiver issues Best practices in...

Practising Law Institute

Ethics and Technology: New Challenges for the 21st Century Practitioner

New York, New York, USA

Using the latest technology to communicate with clients, the court, and the public is often a necessary part of a lawyer’s job. Using these tools properly is critical particularly when it involves the risk of an inadvertent disclosure of client confidential information. The stakes are raised even higher when relying on an Internet that does not fit within our traditional notions of jurisdict...

Practising Law Institute

Bridge-the-Gap II for Newly Admitted New York Transactional Attorneys 2013

New York, New York, USA

Attorneys admitted to the New York State Bar are required to complete 16 hours of approved continuing legal education courses per year during the first two years of admission, including three credit hours of approved continuing legal education in ethics/professionalism, six credit hours in skills, and seven credit hours in professional practice and/or law practice management.PLI’s Bridge-the-Gap I...

Practising Law Institute

Public Sector EEO and Employment Law Conference

Arlington, Virginia, USA

NELI presents the nation's foremost annual public sector conference surveying EEO and employment law developments impacting federal, state and local government employment, examining the effect of these developments on current practices, and providing practical advice to ensure compliance in the areas listed below: Developments in EEO Harassment and Internal Investigations Retaliation and Whist...

NELI

16th Annual Labor & Employment Law

Seattle, Washington, USA

Take advantage of our Early Bird Special. $75 off your registration if you sign up by 6/6/13. Prices currently listed on the website reflect the discount. Please join our program co-chairs along with the outstanding faculty they have assembled as we discuss the latest issues in Labor and Employment Law. Our annual event is a must for HR Practitioners, Labor and Employment Lawyers, Business Lawye...

The Seminar Group

Re-Entry Issues: Post-Incarceration Employment and Housing Challenges (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

In the past three decades, incarceration rates have exploded in the U.S., such that today we incarcerate over two million people, more than any other country in the world. The result is that many more people encounter the criminal justice system at some point in their lives. Indeed, an estimated 1 in 4 adults in California has an arrest or conviction record, and people of color are disproportionat...

Practising Law Institute

Advanced Patent Prosecution Workshop 2013: Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing

San Francisco, California, USA

In this advanced two-day program, you will have a unique opportunity to receive hands-on drafting experience under the guidance of experienced patent prosecutors. By working in small technologically-distinct groups, you will receive individualized feedback on claim drafting and amendment writing skills, as well as learn practical techniques for avoiding prosecution pitfalls. Guidance will be provi...

Practising Law Institute

Public Sector EEO and Employment Law Conference

San Francisco, California, USA

NELI presents the nation's foremost annual public sector conference surveying EEO and employment law developments impacting federal, state and local government employment, examining the effect of these developments on current practices, and providing practical advice to ensure compliance in the areas listed below: Developments in EEO Harassment and Internal Investigations Retaliation and Whist...

NELI

Law Offices of Richard J. Cardinale

Brooklyn, New York, USA

Mr. Cardinale offers assertive representation to clients facing a number of issues, including police misconduct and brutality, infringement upon prisoners' rights, and illegal employment law practices. His knowledge of these practice areas, combined with his extensive work in these fields, allows him to help you seek resolutions through the strategy most appropriate in your unique situation.

Law Offices of Richard J. Cardinale

The 23rd Oxford Offshore Symposium

Oxford, United Kingdom

The Oxford Offshore Symposium is an exclusive event that draws together many of the separate threads of the global financial management industry into one coherent platform. The quality of speakers and facilitators is unparalleled, their combined knowledge and experience is vast. The programme balances a superior educational experience for those who will be stimulated by interaction with key indust...

Offshore Investment

Immigration & Naturalization Institute (46th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

This year’s program will examine key immigration trends and hot topics for 2013.  You will hear from Washington insiders about what is likely to happen with immigration legislation in the coming months, including the real possibility of Comprehensive Immigration Reform.  Will anything move on bills eliminating the per-country limit for employment-based cases, or increasing immigration op...

Practising Law Institute

Intellectual Property Law Institute 2013

New York, New York, USA

PLI’s Intellectual Property Law Institute is a “must-attend” program for IP lawyers. This program provides a complete analysis of key events in all areas of IP, providing updates on cases, legislation and government agency developments that IP lawyers need to know.A highlight of the program will be a panel of in-house IP counsel from prominent companies discussing the many facets...

Practising Law Institute

International Wealth Forum

Tallinn, Estonia

International Wealth Forum – is unique communication platform for professionals in creation of international corporate structures, effective wealth management, asset protection and tax planning from all over the world. You may get first-hand information from leading advisers from Europe, America, CIS, Middle East and Asia. Event format will allow the participants listen to presentations, as well a...

Bosco Conference

California Employment Law Update 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

PLI’s California Employment Law Update addresses the issues confronted by employment law advisers, litigators and human resources management and professionals, with particular emphasis on California State law considerations. This program combines a comprehensive review of case law and regulatory developments, an in-depth analysis of emerging issues, and practical guidance about best practices to m...

Practising Law Institute

2nd Annual UK Property Case Law Tour

United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Legalwise Seminars will take you to the sites of some of the leading property law cases in England – cases which have direct relevance to the practice of property law in Australia. This unique, fascinating and educational tour will visit the sites of a number of leading property law cases - with time to enjoy many of the key tourist delgihts of England along the way. The tour leader: Peter Butt,...

Legalwise Seminars

Directors' Institute on Corporate Governance (Eleventh Annual)

New York, New York, USA

In the past year, new expectations were being placed on boards in critical areas of governance, including disclosure, oversight of complex operational issues, and responsiveness to and communication with investors pressing different concerns, such as short-term shareholder value, traditional governance issues and social responsibility. In addition, the Dodd-Frank Act, the Foreign Corrupt Practices...

Practising Law Institute

Hedge Fund Management 2013

New York, New York, USA

In 2012, hedge funds and their managers faced their first year of operations under new regulations enacted under Dodd-Frank. New entrants to the hedge fund industry now had large barriers to entry; existing managers had to deal not only with new regulations but many were also forced to grapple with regulatory investigations and insider trading allegations. At the same time, hedge fund managers had...

Practising Law Institute