Worldwide Law Seminars Calendar

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

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...

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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 type...

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Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

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Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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Delaware Law Developments 2013: What All Business Lawyers Need to Know

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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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 att...

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Trial of a Patent Case

New York, New York, USA

This advanced course will help you stay ahead of the trends in patent litigation with:

-Demonstrations of typical, but crucial, elements of a patent case

-Discussion and analysis of the hottest topics in patent litigation

-A roundtable with in-house counsel focusing on recent federal circuit court decisions and other developments affecting patent infringement litigation

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American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

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...

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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 ...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 ...

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Commercial Real Estate Defaults, Workouts, and Reorganizations

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

Are you prepared for the changed dynamics and outcomes in the brave new world of real estate defaults?

In just two and a half days, you can learn what you need to know to properly handle troubled commercial real estate loans and leases. In this practical commercial real estate CLE course, comprising more than 16 hours of instruction, including one hour of ethics, preeminent experts present...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

2-day In-person Seminar on “Mastering Biofilm Control, Monitoring, Validation ” at Anaheim

Anaheim, California, California, USA

This course is designed to provide a microbiology-focused education about all aspects of water systems and how Biofilm manages to thrive there. Prior microbiological education or training, though a plus, is not necessary.

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Forum on Class Actions and Aggregate Litigation

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Featuring world-renowned judges, professors, and leading practitioners from both sides of the bar, this riveting CLE Program on Class Actions and Aggregate Litigation offers critical insights and in-depth analyses of recent developments in class action and aggregate litigation. Attend this accredited CLE course to explore today's top issues in high-level discussions keyed to the interests of priva...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

African Intellectual Property Forum - An Overview of the Main issues for European Attorneys

London, England

TOPICS IN THE PROGRAMME WILL INCLUDE:

Patents in Africa

■ Legal systems
■ What can be protected
■ Examination
■ Enforcement
■ Licensing and commercialisation

Trade Marks in Africa
■ Examination
■ Enforcement
■ Anti-counterfeiting
■Domain Names

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

■ Corporate Patent...

Management Forum Ltd

Protecting Domestic Violence Survivors and Children in California: Pro Bono Representation in Low-Income Domestic Violence Restraining Order Cases (Free)

San Francisco, California, USA

Attend this program so that you can receive the basic Domestic Violence Law training you need to represent low-income Californian survivors seeking domestic violence restraining orders and safe effective child custody and visitation orders. Learn the basic substantive law regarding California Domestic Violence Prevention Act and child custody and visitation and how to prepare and handle a hearing ...

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Cloud Computing 2013: Cut Through the Fluff & Tackle the Critical Stuff

San Francisco, California, USA

Corporations, government organizations and millions of consumers are shifting massive quantities of data and their software applications to cloud computing facilities. Cloud computing provides flexibility, enhanced access to software functionality and potential cost savings, but can inject potential new risks. Negotiating contracts for cloud computing services presents new challenges and it can be...

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Antitrust Institute 2013: Developments & Hot Topics

Chicago, Illinois, USA

From mergers and acquisitions to enforcement priorities, resale price maintenance to international competition, you can be certain to hear about all of the developments in antitrust law at this program led by top experts in the field.  Hear from leading antitrust practitioners, senior government officials, and state regulators about how to manage all of the challenges new developments might t...

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International Arbitration 2013

New York, New York, USA

If your company or client has a dispute arising out of a contract with a foreign party, international arbitration represents the best method of resolving that dispute in a neutral forum and enforcing any subsequent award. However, the resolution of international business disputes through arbitration raises issues that are simply not present in the litigation context. In many ways, arbitration offe...

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Tax Planning for Domestic & Foreign Partnerships, LLCs, Joint Ventures & Other Strategic Alliances 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

Joint ventures between large companies or with start-up or other smaller companies are now an everyday occurrence. Partnerships have long been the tried and true format for the holding and operation of real estate, and since the 1981 Act, for the conduct of closely-held business operations as well. Further, the increase in the number of joint ventures to develop large-scale projects and innovative...

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International Employment Law 2013

New York, New York, USA

Employment law is no longer a local issue. Multinational employers must grapple with often conflicting standards for hiring, retaining, disciplining, and terminating employees. The issues are all the more challenging today, as employment laws, corruption laws, and whistleblower laws, from the U.S. and overseas, impose standards of conduct across borders. This program brings together highly experi...

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Internal Investigations 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Knowing how to conduct effective and efficient internal investigations is key to protecting your clients or company. Companies and their counsel need to be diligent and proactive in identifying risks and remedying potential issues. At this program, panels of experts from the private bar, in-house and the government use a real-world hypothetical fact pattern throughout the day to review the many co...

Practising Law Institute

Business As Unusual 2013: Business Development in the "New Normal"

New York, New York, USA

As the marketplace for law firm services changes and contracts, so must your strategies for sustainable client relationships and business development. Even competition to serve existing clients grows fiercer. At the same time, many clients are reassessing what they want from their law firms and how they will define value in service delivery in this “new normal. “ One basic principle r...

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Fundamentals of Patent Prosecution 2013: A Boot Camp for Claim Drafting & Amendment Writing

New York, New York, USA

This program is directed to patent prosecuting and litigating attorneys and patent agents with or without a Patent Office registration number or 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. A litigator’s perspective is presented to show how drafting and prosec...

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Environmental Litigation

Washington, District of Columbia, USA

A perennial favorite, this advanced CLE program on Environmental Litigation will help you master the litigation skills you need to prevail in CERCLA, NEPA, TRO hearings, citizen suits, and other types of environmental litigation.



Learn from a diverse and talented group of experts, including government officials from the Environmental Crimes Section of the Department of Justice’s En...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Fundamentals of Copyright Law in the Data Era 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Copyright law continues to be an unpredictable and dynamic practice area. Attend this program to build the foundation needed to understand this area of law while exploring recent cases and developments, with a particular focus on Internet and data-related issues. Learn about the rights copyright protection confers, how to protect those rights, and how the Internet continues to redefine critical co...

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Fundamentals of Trademark Law in the Global Marketplace 2013

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Whether you are just starting out, need a refresher, or have just learned how exciting a career in trademark law can be, this program is for you. Forget all the trademark books and articles, and attend this program instead to learn all the fundamentals while exploring the cutting-edge issues that are changing the face of this practice area. This program is built on a rock-solid foundation of tra...

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Current Hot Topics in IPOs 2013

San Francisco, California, USA

The IPO market is the most active it has been in more than ten years, with technology companies leading the way. Recent securities law developments, including the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act and regulatory changes to implement it, are likely to spur new approaches to capital raising, including changes to current practices in IPO transactions. Even without these legal and regulatory develop...

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Technology Licensing in Europe and the US

London, England

By attending this seminar you will:

■ Walk-through the vital elements of a licensing agreement
■ Overcome the common 'sticking points' when negotiating international licences
■ Discuss the licensing of early stage IP and find out what each party wants from the deal
■ Learn how to handle unpatented technology agreements
■ Find out how European and US...

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Privacy and Data Security Law Institute (Fourteenth Annual)

New York, New York, 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...

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New York State Judge Training 2013 (Free)

New York, New York, USA

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Harvard Law School - Leadership in Corporate Counsel Executive Education Program

Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

Program Objectives

By studying a cross-section of professional service organizations, including Corporate Counsel offices and law firms, participants learn the unique challenges of leading these organizations and develop perspectives and skills to be effective leaders.

The program focuses on leadership as Corporate Counsel. Participants will learn about and discuss:
-The need for ...

Harvard Law School Executive Education

Immigration - next steps for policy

London, United Kingdom

Timed two years on from the introduction of Government's permanent cap on non-EEA migrants, and as policymakers continue to review and reform the working, student and family routes of migration and settlement, this seminar will provide a timely opportunity to assess Government's ongoing strategy to reduce net-migration to tens of thousands by the end of this Parliament. It also comes as Government...

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Executive Compensation: Strategy, Design, and Implementation

New York, New York, USA

Attend this annual, advanced course of study, comprising 13 hours of instruction, including one hour of ethics, so that you can learn about the most recent legislative and regulatory initiatives and gain a better understanding of what the future holds in consideration of these important legal developments in executive and director compensation.



A diverse faculty of private counsel,...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Employment Discrimination Law & Litigation 2013

New York, New York, USA

Any attorney or human resources professional who advises or represents employers, employees, labor unions or government, or who has judicial/arbitral/mediator responsibility, must keep abreast of changes in the employment discrimination arena, and must also be aware of cutting-edge developments on the litigation front. This program, designed for employment law practitioners and human resources pr...

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Audit Committees and Financial Reporting 2013: Recent Developments and Current Issues

New York, New York, USA

As we continue to see many new regulations from the SEC, PCAOB and financial institution regulators, we also continue to see numerous challenges emerge for the audit committee. If you are a director or member of an audit committee, or if you advise audit committees, this program will help you understand what is required of the audit committee, and those who advise them, in this rapidly changing en...

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Estate Planning in Depth

Madison, Wisconsin, USA

This advanced program provides in-depth analyses of significant tax and non-tax aspects of estate planning. Hailing from small and large firms across the country, the distinguished faculty of experienced practitioners will share strategies, tips, and insights regarding some of the most complex challenges facing estate planners in today’s market. Topics include:

Estate planning for second ma...

American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)

Fundamentals of Broker-Dealer Regulation 2013

New York, New York, USA

Major changes in broker-dealer regulation and the industry have come about as a result of the financial services crisis and the resulting regulatory reform. At the same time, FINRA’s overhaul of its rulebook as part of its Rulebook Consolidation process is almost complete. This program will provide attendees with a solid foundation in the regulatory regime applying to broker-dealers, includi...

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Internal Investigations 2013

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

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Internal Investigations 2013

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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Internal Investigations 2013

Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, USA

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Internal Investigations 2013

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

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Internal Investigations 2013

New York, New York, USA

Knowing how to conduct effective and efficient internal investigations is key to protecting your clients or company. Companies and their counsel need to be diligent and proactive in identifying risks and remedying potential issues. At this program, panels of experts from the private bar, in-house and the government use a real-world hypothetical fact pattern throughout the day to review the many co...

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Ethics for Commercial Litigators 2013

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 and inadvertent waiver) Lawyer’s exposure to civil liability Whistle-blower remedies for lawyers Recent developments impactin...

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Product Distribution and Marketing: Legal Issues in a Global Economy

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Covering the unprecedented growth of e-commerce, consolidations at all levels of distribution chains, and novel forms of relationships between suppliers and distributors, this unique multidisciplinary CLE program is the only national course that provides comprehensive coverage of the crucial legal issues in product distribution and marketing faced by distribution counsel in today’s global economy....

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