Seminars & Webcasts

Groupcasts

• Jun. 20, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jun. 20, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Jun. 20, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jun. 20, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jun. 20, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Jun. 20, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jun. 20, 2013 Cleveland, OH

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 professionals at all levels, brings together prominent ...

• Jun. 21, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jun. 21, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jun. 21, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

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 environment. You will hear from an expert faculty of ...

• Jun. 24, 2013 Boston, MA
• Jun. 24, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jun. 24, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Jun. 24, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jun. 24, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jun. 24, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ

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, including what to expect next regarding broker-dealer regulation. ...

• Jun. 25, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Jun. 25, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jun. 25, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jun. 25, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Jun. 25, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA

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 considerations and issues that can and do arise from ...

• Jun. 26, 2013 Atlanta, GA

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 impacting the "no-contact" rules and lawyer "dissemblance"  ...

• Jun. 27, 2013 Boston, MA
• Jun. 27, 2013 Nashville, TN
• Jun. 27, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jun. 27, 2013 Birmingham, AL

What better way to learn about M&A litigation than from the attorneys that litigate the nation’s most important M&A disputes and the judges who preside over them? We have assembled judges from the Delaware Supreme Court and the Court of Chancery, the most experienced and respected courts on M&A matters, and distinguished M&A litigators to give you their perspectives on the best ways to handle corporate M&A disputes.

• Jun. 27, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jun. 27, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jun. 27, 2013 Atlanta, GA

For many attorneys, searching for, retaining, and using expert witnesses can be a daunting experience. Don’t miss out on the critical benefits conferred by the effective use of expert witnesses in complex litigation. Our faculty of experienced litigators and expert witnesses will demystify the challenges of selecting, preparing, and using experts. You will come away with practical tools to handle the myriad of issues involved with expert witness ...

• Jun. 28, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Jun. 28, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Jun. 28, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jun. 28, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jun. 28, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA

As the America Invents Act becomes part of current practice of patent law, you may think it is not possible to gain an understanding of this complicated field of law in one day. You would be incorrect. Whether you are new to patent law or are trying to refresh your knowledge of this field, this program will cover the key points you need to get up to speed. In particular, this program will cover all types of patent issues that may arise in the context ...

• Jul. 8 - 9, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Jul. 8 - 9, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jul. 8 - 9, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jul. 8 - 9, 2013 Boston, MA

Since the financial crisis a few years ago, private equity firms have been dealing with its aftermath, including increased regulatory and legislative scrutiny of their activities and the activities of their funds as well as difficult environments in which to raise new funds and to get deals done. Many firms were required to register as investment advisers with the SEC and a number of newly registered firms are now undergoing their first SEC audits. ...

• Jul. 9, 2013 Atlanta, GA

Do you feel compelled to include phrases like “wherefore,” “heretofore,” and “albeit” in your writing? What actually is good legal writing? This program will teach you the secrets of successful legal writing, whether you are writing for judges, partners, or clients.

• Jul. 10, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jul. 10, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jul. 10, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jul. 10, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jul. 10, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jul. 10, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

Class action lawsuits remain an integral and exciting part of high stakes litigation and the courts, including the Supreme Court, have taken notice. This year’s program will focus on recent changes in class action law and give you the tools and strategies you need to effectively handle these complex cases. Our outstanding faculty of plaintiffs’ and defense counsel, distinguished judges, and academics will bring you up-to-date on important ...

• Jul. 11, 2013 Boston, MA
• Jul. 11, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jul. 11, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jul. 11, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jul. 11, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

With emerging markets players, like those of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India and China) countries, playing an ever greater role in the global economy, attorneys and other professionals facilitating cross-border transactions need to familiarize themselves with their perspective on inbound and outbound investments. According to a recent Office for Economic Co-operation and Development study, emerging markets will account for over 60% of global economic ...

• Jul. 12, 2013 Atlanta, GA

The Municipal Law Institute offers attendees sharp analyses of important developments, emerging legal issues and best practices in the field of municipal law. Topics Discussed Will Include The Municipal Response to Natural Disasters Ethics for the Municipal Lawyer Employment Law Update

• Jul. 17, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jul. 17, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jul. 17, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jul. 17, 2013 Boston, MA
• Jul. 17, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jul. 17, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

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 adviser exam program.At this program, attendees will ...

• Jul. 22, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jul. 22, 2013 Nashville, TN

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

• Jul. 22, 2013 Nashville, TN
• Jul. 22, 2013 Birmingham, AL

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 assessments The discovery process - recent developments and emerging issues, including: Use of outside vendors and new search technologies Navigation of court-imposed ...

• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

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. Each panel will focus upon a distinct international tax ...

• Jul. 25 - 26, 2013 Boston, MA
• Jul. 25 - 26, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Jul. 25 - 26, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ

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 provides 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 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and related SEC regulations, ...

• Jul. 30, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Jul. 30, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Jul. 30, 2013 Cleveland, OH

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 litigation significance.

• Aug. 1, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Aug. 1, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Aug. 1, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Aug. 1, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• Aug. 1, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Aug. 1, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Aug. 1, 2013 Boston, MA

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 year’s Securities Arbitration program will ...

• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Boston, MA
• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Philadelphia, PA

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 tax treatment, fiduciary responsibilities and other ...

• Aug. 8, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Aug. 8, 2013 Cleveland, OH

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 companies: What are the duties and potential liabilities of outside ...

• Aug. 8, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Aug. 8, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Aug. 8, 2013 Nashville, TN

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.

• Aug. 13, 2013 Cleveland, OH
• Aug. 13, 2013 Nashville, TN
• Aug. 13, 2013 Boston, MA

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 conducting investigations Issues arising ...

• Aug. 13, 2013 Atlanta, GA
• Aug. 13, 2013 Cleveland, OH

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 conflict-of-interest law from case law, ethics ...