Worldwide Law Seminars Calendar

Hot Issues in Executive Compensation 2013

New York, New York, USA

As the economy shifts and the legislature, SEC and shareholders respond, the design, implementation and disclosure of executive compensation undergoes continual change. At this program, experts in the area - from major corporations, the SEC, the IRS and shareholder activist groups, as well as from leading law and consulting firms - will lead you through the emerging best practices and the cur...

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Global Corporate Social Responsibility: Strategies and Collaborations 2013 (Free)

New York, New York, USA

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Consumer Bankruptcy Cases 2013

New York, New York, USA

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Patent Litigation 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Rapid changes in patent law make it necessary that, whether you are plaintiff’s or defendant’s counsel, you are up-to-date on the current state of the law and can quickly develop successful litigation strategies and tactics. This program is taught by a faculty of both outside and in-house lawyers who have earned national reputations in patent litigation by trying and managing a wide variety of ben...

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California Special Education Law 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Pocket MBA Fall 2013: Finance for Lawyers

New York, New York, 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, leading law ...

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Chemical Management Laws 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Hot Topics in Mergers & Acquisitions 2013

New York, New York, USA

The M&A markets continue to surprise and confound the experts. With the equity markets climbing into record territory in early 2013 and the debt markets continuing to experience favorable pricing, the environment seems ripe for a strong M&A rebound. Yet CEO confidence levels remain low and general economic anxiety, including over Europe, persists in depressing M&A enthusiasm. The varia...

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Fundamental of Swaps & Other Derivatives 2013

New York, New York, USA

Over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives are key elements in many of our financial markets. The Dodd-Frank Act is substantially changing how these important instruments are regulated and transacted. This program will introduce you to both the instruments and their new environment.A derivative is a financial instrument that allocates the risks and price exposures associated with a designated reference as...

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Fundamental of Swaps & Other Derivatives 2013

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives are key elements in many of our financial markets. The Dodd-Frank Act is substantially changing how these important instruments are regulated and transacted. This program will introduce you to both the instruments and their new environment.A derivative is a financial instrument that allocates the risks and price exposures associated with a designated reference as...

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Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings, Reorganizations & Restructurings 2013

New York, New York, USA

This three-day program will focus on the tax issues presented by the entire spectrum of modern major corporate transactions, from relatively simple single-buyer acquisitions of a division or subsidiary to multi-party joint ventures, cross-border mergers, and complex acquisitions of public companies with domestic and foreign operations, including spin-offs and other dispositions of unwanted operati...

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Advanced Swaps & Other Derivatives 2013

New York, New York, USA

The Dodd-Frank Act establishes a novel, comprehensive framework for the regulation of over-the-counter (OTC) derivatives and the market participants who transact in these products. The far-reaching effect of the Dodd-Frank Act upon the OTC markets is only now becoming clear.The new regulatory regime touches the activities of all participants in the swaps markets, from end users to major swap parti...

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Employment Law Institute 2013

New York, New York, USA

PLI’s annual Employment Law Institute combines a comprehensive review of case law and regulatory developments, an in-depth analysis of emerging issues, and best practices to maximize employment law compliance, mitigate legal risk and achieve business objectives. The faculty is comprised of nationally recognized management and plaintiffs’ attorneys, in-house counsel and government enforcement agenc...

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California Trial Evidence 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Broker/Dealer Regulation and Enforcement 2013

New York, New York, USA

The Dodd-Frank Act - frequently described as the most sweeping reform legislation in decades - and the contemplated, proposed or final rules implementing it, have significant implications for broker-dealers. The concurrent proliferation of new regulation and record-breaking enforcement activity by the DOJ, SEC, CFTC, states and SROs have created a strained and overburdened environment fo...

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Representing the Games Industry Client 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

The interactive games industry is expanding with blinding speed. The nature of the products, delivery platforms, economic models, regulatory considerations, key players, content and financing issues are all inter-related parts of a big picture. This from an industry that was virtually unknown thirty years ago! Intellectual property, including videogames, has become one of America’s leading exports...

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Understanding the Securities Laws 2013

Chicago, Illinois, 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...

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Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop 2013

New York, New York, USA

Legal drivers for corporate compliance and ethics programs have continued to grow in complexity and importance in recent years. The costs of non-compliance have never been greater. Indeed, five of the ten largest corporate criminal fines in U.S. history were imposed or agreed to in 2012 alone. And harsh penalties — both against business organizations and individuals — are increasingly becoming the...

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Negotiating Commercial Leases 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Advanced Patent Licensing 2013: Current Developments and Best Practices

San Francisco, California, USA

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Outsourcing 2013: Sourcing Critical Services

New York, New York, USA

The year 2013 brings new risks and new opportunities for companies sourcing or providing critical services, including in information technology, finance and accounting, human resources, facilities management, analytics and other critical non-core functions. There are new technologies, such as big data and cloud computing. There are new laws and regulations, and in more and more countries. Also, ne...

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Securities Filings 2013: Practical Guidance in a Changing Environment

San Francisco, California, USA

This popular program will analyze in detail the principal forms used for filings with the SEC under the Securities Act of 1933 (“Securities Act”), and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Exchange Act”), with particular emphasis on the mechanics of and timing for assembling particular filings. Each segment of the program will incorporate practical drafting and disclosure tips. Ethics credit and r...

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Commercial Real Estate Institute (15th Annual)

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Financial Services Industry Regulatory Compliance & Ethics Forum 2013

New York, New York, USA

In the aftermath of the financial crisis and recent scandals, and targeted examination and enforcement scrutiny, financial services firms’ corporate compliance and ethics programs are under intense observation. At this program, attendees will get a solid foundation in the relevant regulatory framework, as well as practical considerations regarding the design and implementation of such programs. A ...

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Section 1983 Civil Rights Litigation (30th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

Section 1983 authorizes private parties to enforce their federal constitutional rights against state and local officials and municipalities. Section 1983 litigation is typically complex and multifaceted, raising a wide range of substantive and procedural issues. The claims are asserted by alleged victims of police misconduct, prisoners, present and former public employees, and property owners, amo...

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Ethics and Law Department Management 2013

New York, New York, USA

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Federal Civil Practice Update 2013: A Practical Guide to New Developments, Procedures & Strategies

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Antitrust Counseling & Compliance 2013

New York, New York, USA

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Advocating for Veterans 2013 (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

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Understanding the Intellectual Property License 2013

New York, New York, USA

Licensing can be used to gain access to intellectual property at a lower cost than developing or purchasing intellectual property assets, and as a way of generating new sources of revenue out of existing intellectual property assets. Companies are increasingly turning to licensing because it offers valuable economic and strategic opportunities. Virtually every business today must confront licensin...

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Pocket MBA Fall 2013: Finance for Lawyers

Chicago, Illinois, 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, leading law ...

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Commercial Real Estate Institute (15th Annual)

San Francisco, California, USA

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Nuts and Bolts of Corporate Bankruptcy 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

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Claims management - regulation, innovation and standards

London, United Kingdom

This seminar will bring together key policymakers, regulators and stakeholders to assess the future of the claims management industry. The seminar is scheduled to assess the impact of recently implemented regulatory reforms affecting the sector - including changes to rules governing referral fees, claim incentives and marketing practices - and possible implications arising from the Ministry of Jus...

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Nonprofit Organizations 2013: Governance, Compensation, and Form 990 Reporting Issues

New York, New York, USA

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Securities Regulation Institute (45th Annual)

New York, New York, USA

For over four decades, PLI’s Annual Institute has been the premiere conference on securities regulation and corporate governance for lawyers, from new associates to seasoned practitioners. This year’s Institute will once again bring you the nation’s leading securities and corporate legal experts to deliver the practical information, insights and real-world strategies and solution...

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Negotiating Commercial Leases 2013

New York, New York, USA

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Understanding the Intellectual Property License 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Licensing can be used to gain access to intellectual property at a lower cost than developing or purchasing intellectual property assets, and as a way of generating new sources of revenue out of existing intellectual property assets. Companies are increasingly turning to licensing because it offers valuable economic and strategic opportunities. Virtually every business today must confront licensin...

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Patent Litigation 2013

New York, New York, 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, leading law ...

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Tracking and Targeting Customers and Prospects Online, on Mobile Devices, and in Social Media 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

Collecting data from and about consumers is now nearly ubiquitous online, in mobile apps, and in social media. Most brands use these data in some way, such as to personalize messages and content, to optimize their sites or apps, or to improve their products, services, and offerings. The data collected are often just anonymous unique identifiers and segments of potential interest, although in the c...

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Open Source and Free Software 2013: Benefits, Risks and Challenges

New York, New York, USA

This program will address the critical issues that IP, technology and business lawyers need to consider when handling open source software in today’s economy. Armed with this information, you will be better able to help your clients make intelligent choices and decisions about how to take advantage of the benefits and manage the risks presented by open source software. What is open source software...

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Bridge-the-Gap: Basic Skills for Newly Admitted Illinois Attorneys 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Securities Filings 2013: Practical Guidance in a Changing Environment

Chicago, Illinois, USA

This popular program will analyze in detail the principal forms used for filings with the SEC under the Securities Act of 1933 (“Securities Act”), and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Exchange Act”), with particular emphasis on the mechanics of and timing for assembling particular filings. Each segment of the program will incorporate practical drafting and disclosure tips. Ethics credit and r...

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Communications Law in the Digital Age 2013

New York, New York, USA

The increasingly digital media environment continues to create new challenges for communications lawyers, and this program, long recognized as the most comprehensive in its field, will highlight the hottest issues and case law facing the industry today. Covering a wide array of topical issues in media, digital communications, First Amendment, intellectual property, and privacy law, this program br...

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The New Pro Bono Standards: Update on the 2013 Model Rule Revisions

San Francisco, California, USA

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Think Like a Lawyer, Talk Like a Geek 2013: Get Fluent in Technology

New York, New York, USA

Legal issues arising from technology have become a routine part of many lawyers’ daily practices. Technology issues arise in clients’ daily contracts, business negotiations and litigation. Lawyers, who often have no technical training, are required by court rules to report on their client’s technology infrastructure so that a judge may address electronic discovery issues. The proliferation of tech...

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Negotiating Commercial Leases 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

Legal drivers for corporate compliance and ethics programs have continued to grow in complexity and importance in recent years. The costs of non-compliance have never been greater. Indeed, five of the ten largest corporate criminal fines in U.S. history were imposed or agreed to in 2012 alone. And harsh penalties — both against business organizations and individuals — are increasingly becoming the...

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Hedge Fund and Private Equity Enforcement and Regulatory Developments Fall 2013

New York, New York, USA

The government’s continued crackdown on insider trading has focused on hedge funds, their consultants and those who analyze and trade for them. Regulators and enforcement officials have now turned their sights to conflicts of interest, valuation, cross-trades, expense and trade allocation, and fee practices. Following new registration requirements under Dodd-Frank, private equity firms are under e...

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Tax Strategies for Corporate Acquisitions, Dispositions, Spin-Offs, Joint Ventures, Financings, Reorganizations & Restructurings 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

This three-day program will focus on the tax issues presented by the entire spectrum of modern major corporate transactions, from relatively simple single-buyer acquisitions of a division or subsidiary to multi-party joint ventures, cross-border mergers, and complex acquisitions of public companies with domestic and foreign operations, including spin-offs and other dispositions of unwanted operati...

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