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From the program: Advanced Compliance and Ethics Workshop 2012

Released on: Dec. 13, 2012

Never in the history of criminal or corporate law has the existence of an effective compliance and ethics program been more valuable to an organization. The enormity of recent criminal fines, the aggressive enforcement of criminal laws against organizations, the extent to which criminal authorities around the world are working together, the risks of civil liability, and the startling speed of communication and the attendant transparency of corporate ...

From the program: Advanced Patent Licensing 2012: Current Developments and Best Practices

Released on: Nov. 5, 2012

In the current economy, more and more companies are seeking to monetize their patent portfolios. Thus, understanding patent transactions has never been more important. Experts in patent licensing will cover recent legal developments; techniques for drafting agreements for patent licensing, purchases and sales; and practical advice on negotiation and enforcement considerations. Lecture Topics  [Total time 06:15:55] Segments with an asterisk ...

From the program: Advanced Swaps & Other Derivatives 2012

Released on: Oct. 31, 2012

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 participants to swap dealers. The new regulations will ...

From the program: Advanced Venture Capital 2012

Released on: Dec. 18, 2012

Understanding current market practice, deal terms and conditions, transaction documents and applicable securities, tax and ethical issues is critical in the venture capital business. Lecture Topics  [Total time 06:57:25] Segments with an asterisk (*) are available only with the purchase of the entire program. Introduction and Market Update [01:00:30] Kathleen Borie, Jay A. Hershey, Katie G. Taormino, Jack Wills Key Investment ...

From the program: Annual Disclosure Documents 2012: Preparation of Disclosure Documents, Annual Meeting and Regulatory Developments

Released on: Dec. 18, 2012

Stay current on disclosure requirements and developments affecting annual disclosure documents and proxy soliciting materials prepared by SEC reporting companies. Hear from the SEC staff and our faculty who will focus on current “hot issues,” best practices and practical pointers. 2012 appears headed towards being another interesting year with significant events and uncertainties covering a wide spectrum of matters affecting public company ...

From the program: Banking Law Institute 2012

Released on: Dec. 19, 2012

The banking industry is in the midst of a fundamental transformation of the regulatory framework in which it operates, as well as a shifting of regulatory and enforcement priorities and approaches. These changes, taking place in an environment of continuing global economic challenges, require bankers and counsel who practice in the financial services industry to reexamine basic assumptions about business operations and future trends. With changing ...

From the program: Bankruptcy, Mortgages and Foreclosure: What Bankruptcy Can and Can't Do for Borrowers in Distress

Released on: Apr. 12, 2012

In this training you will get an overview of how consumer bankruptcy interacts with mortgage debt and foreclosures.  During the session, practitioners working at the intersection of these two crucial areas in consumer law will provide a basic overview of consumer bankruptcy; share tools for assessing whether bankruptcy might help - or harm - a delinquent borrower; and discuss how bankruptcy can be used to address mortgage ...

From the program: Bridge-the-Gap: Basic Skills for Newly Admitted Illinois Attorneys 2012

Released on: Nov. 29, 2012

Taught by a faculty of expert practitioners from varied practice areas, this program will help you to “bridge the gap” between your law school education and the real world skills and knowledge needed for success in law.  Topics have been selected for their relevance and importance to legal practice, and to enable you to complete first year Minimum Continuing Legal Education Basic Skills requirements for newly admitted attorneys admitted ...

From the program: Broker/Dealer Regulation and Enforcement 2012

Released on: Nov. 7, 2012

More than three years since the financial crisis erupted, there continues to be heightened regulation and enforcement of the securities laws - by the DOJ, SEC, CFTC, states and SRO’s.  A number of significant rules have been promulgated in the last year to implement various provisions of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, enacted in 2010, while other rules have been proposed but not yet finalized.  The Dodd-Frank ...

From the program: California Guardianship Law 2012 (Free)

Released on: Nov. 21, 2012

Learn the basics of guardianship law and procedure so that you can competently represent a child or adult petitioner in establishing a guardianship of the person.  This program will teach you how to represent parties in both uncontested and contested guardianship proceedings.  There will also be a discussion regarding referrals to Juvenile Dependency Court under Probate Code 1513(c), including recent case law and proposed legislative ...

From the program: Commercial Real Estate Institute (14th Annual)

Released on: Nov. 23, 2012

As commercial real estate slowly recovers from the recession, practitioners will need a broad skill set to achieve and maintain a viable real estate practice. This program helps practicing attorneys enhance traditional transactional skills, and develop workout and enforcement skills, so that they can help their clients regain their footing more quickly. Lecture Topics  [Total time 12:51:20] Segments with an asterisk (*) are available only ...

From the program: Communications Law in the Digital Age 2012

Released on: Nov. 30, 2012

The world of communications and media law is robust with change, and this program, long recognized as the most comprehensive in its field, will highlight the hottest issues and case law in media, digital communications, intellectual property and privacy law. Reflecting an increased focus on the legal ramifications of an increasingly digital media environment, the program features a remarkable faculty comprising the country’s leading practitioners ...

From the program: Conflict Minerals 2012: How to Comply with the New SEC Rules

Released on: Dec. 21, 2012

The conflict minerals rules adopted under the Dodd-Frank Act will be in place by January 1, 2013. New procedures need to be taken to comply with the rules. Are you prepared to comply? Have you properly determined if your products contain conflict minerals? Do you know the procedures you need to undertake to comply? Currently many companies are trying to assess whether the rules apply to their products and, if so, how the company should comply with ...

From the program: Connecting the Dots: Family Law, Housing Law, and Trusts and Estates Practitioners Discuss Mortgage Debt, Families and Foreclosure (Free)

Released on: Jun. 12, 2012

View this training for an overview of legal and practical problems that arise within families and with mortgage servicers regarding mortgage debts, mortgage delinquencies and foreclosure when real property is co-owned by family members or is transferred in connection with death or divorce or other family changes.  During the session, practitioners specializing in family law, trusts and estates and housing law, respectively, will provide ...

From the program: Courtroom Skills for Pro Bono Attorneys (Free)

Released on: Oct. 5, 2012

Use this training for an overview of trial skills helpful to attorneys handling Pro Bono litigation matters particularly in an Unlawful Detainer context. Unlawful Detainers as summary proceedings provide unique challenges in trial preparation and representation. This three hour training is designed for practitioners at all experience levels. The panelists are experienced litigators in Pro Bono cases and eviction defense. This training provides ...

From the program: Employment Law Institute 2012

Released on: Nov. 6, 2012

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 agency officials who share their perspectives, ...

From the program: Ethics and Law Department Management 2012: A View from the Inside

Released on: Nov. 20, 2012

This program will examine the ethical issues confronting in-house law departments in the second decade of the 21st century. While reducing outside legal spending remains a top priority, there is now increased pressure to become more productive. With total legal spending remaining flat or slightly decreasing, more is required with less. This pressure for increased productivity can lead to failure to meet ethical and legal requirements in managing litigation, ...

From the program: Ethics for Corporate Lawyers 2012

Released on: Dec. 31, 2012

Lecture Topics  [Total time 01:57:16] Segments with an asterisk (*) are available only with the purchase of the entire program. Ethics for Corporate Lawyers 2012  [01:57:16] David G. Keyko, Nancy Axilrod, Hon. James C. Francis IV, Jennifer A. Paradise, James Q. Walker The purchase price of this Web Program includes the following articles from the Course Handbook available online: New York Rules of Professional Conduct  ...

From the program: Expanding Your Practice Using Limited Scope Representation 2012

Released on: May. 2, 2012

This program will provide an introduction to the rapidly changing practice of limited scope representation (often called “unbundling”) in a family law context, including all of the fee agreements, forms and other materials you will need to practice limited scope representation competently, safely and profitably.Lecture Topics  [Total time 03:05:29] Segments with an asterisk (*) are available only with the purchase of the entire program. Program ...

From the program: Fundamentals of Swaps & Other Derivatives 2012

Released on: Oct. 29, 2012

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 asset or entity between the parties thereto. Derivatives ...

From the program: Global Corporate Social Responsibility: Strategies and Collaborations

Released on: Oct. 24, 2012

Increasingly, in-house counsel, law firms, and NGOs are collaborating across borders on a range of corporate social responsibility initiatives, including pro bono representations to impact complex social problems.  This program will address perspectives and new models for collaborations, as well as strategic alignments with private sector interests. Lecture Topics  [Total time 02:54:07] Segments with an asterisk (*) are available only ...

From the program: Immigration & Naturalization Institute (45th Annual)

Released on: Dec. 4, 2012

This year’s program will examine key immigration trends and hot topics for 2012.  You will hear from Washington insiders about what is likely to happen with immigration legislation during this election year.  Will anything move on bills eliminating the per-country limit for employment-based cases, or increasing immigration opportunities for high-skilled workers?  Will the Obama Administration’s recent actions on business ...

From the program: Intellectual Property Law Institute 2012

Released on: Oct. 30, 2012

PLI’s Intellectual Property Law Institute is a “must” program for IP lawyers. This program provides a complete analysis of key events in all areas of IP, including 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 of dealing with IP and related issues in a global context ...

From the program: International Litigation 2012

Released on: Jun. 25, 2012

As international business grows and flourishes, more disputes cross national boundaries. Parties involved in international business need to know how to most effectively resolve international disputes, and be aware of the strategic considerations that distinguish international litigation from pure domestic litigation. These considerations include securing the most favorable forum for the suit to be resolved, since more than one forum is likely have ...

From the program: Negotiating Commercial Leases: How Owners & Corporate Occupants Can Avoid Costly Errors 2012

Released on: Nov. 2, 2012

Leases are the building blocks of value for all real estate, and whether your client is entering into a lease, acquiring a leasehold, purchasing a Ground Lease or investing in or lending on properties, knowing the “Commercial Lease” in and out is a must. Knowing the current commercial leasing market trends, hot topics and current schemes is the most important investment one can make. Leases are long-term investments and your client or ...