Seminars & Webcasts

New York, NY

• Dec. 9 - 10, 2013 New York, NY

Businesses in financial distress are not an unusual sight these days, and as a result, it is essential for attorneys of all levels and in all practice areas to become familiar with the fundamental tenets of bankruptcy law. Whether you are just starting out in your career, thinking about broadening your practice area to include this field, or want to be able to spot the issues when advising your clients, this program will provide you with an essential ...

• Dec. 11, 2013 New York, NY

The banking industry is in the midst of a fundamental transformation of the regulatory framework in which it operates, as well as shifting regulatory approaches and enforcement priorities. 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 regulations ...

• Dec. 12 - 13, 2013 New York, NY

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, ...

• Dec. 16, 2013 New York, NY

From the Trenches is all about the best part of litigation - the trials themselves.  The program will focus on critical issues and strategies raised in the most significant white collar and regulatory trials of the past few years. Come inside the courtroom with the litigators on the front line, including attorneys from the U.S. Department of Justice and the SEC, prominent defense counsel, and federal judges.  They’ll share the real life ...

• Dec. 16, 2013 New York, NY

Using a lively, interactive format, Ethical Issues in Pro Bono Representation 2013 will examine everyday issues of ethics and professional responsibility in pro bono and public interest practice.

• Dec. 17, 2013 New York, NY

At this unique interactive program, faculty  will review various  everyday ethical  scenarios and “quiz “ you on the ethical implications.

• Dec. 17, 2013 New York, NY

At this year’s program, “Anatomy of a Disciplinary Proceeding,” our expert faculty will take you through a hypothetical disciplinary proceeding.  Our panel of experienced practitioners will teach you how the disciplinary process works, ways to avoid becoming enmeshed in it, and strategies for dealing with disciplinary complaints if they do come.  You will also learn about proper handling of escrow accounts, addressing fee disputes with clients, ...

• Jan. 3, 2014 New York, NY

Newly admitted attorneys in New York State are required, during each of their first two years after admission to the Bar, to complete at least 16 transitional CLE credit hours in ethics and professionalism, skills, and law practice management and/or areas of professional practice.By attending PLI’s Bridge-the-Gap I: Ethics and Skills for Newly Admitted New York Attorneys 2014, you can fulfill all of your ethics and skills MCLE requirements ...

• Jan. 6 - 7, 2014 New York, NY

The explosion of new financial products over the decade leading up to the financial crisis, the implosion of the credit markets in 2008, and the resulting significant new regulatory requirements underline the importance of a basic understanding of financial products. While these instruments have been, in the view of many, invaluable investment tools, and have presented enormous potential for product manufacturers and investors, they also create potentially ...

• Jan. 8, 2014 New York, NY

The REIT and commercial real estate sectors have gained significant momentum in recent years and are poised for a new phase of consolidation and M&A. Recent M&A transactions in the sector have shown the depth and growing sophistication of the market, with a number of large and very complex transactions successfully completed over the last 12 months. The industry has also seen significant activity in REIT conversions and spin-offs, the listing ...

• Jan. 9, 2014 New York, NY

As courts continue to surprise practitioners with rulings on financial products tax issues, and with implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act well underway, you need to stay on top of the latest developments in the ever-evolving arena of financial products and transactions. At this year’s completely revised program, a standout group of law firm and accounting firm lawyers, in-house tax advisors, and government speakers will explore new topics in financial ...

• Jan. 10, 2014 New York, NY

At this perennial favorite, our expert faculty will teach you the basics of drafting and negotiating corporate agreements - from how the provisions of an agreement fit together, to the fundamental drafting and negotiating principles common to all corporate agreements. You will learn how to reduce your client’s goals to a complete, clearly written and enforceable agreement, and how to identify what issues are most likely to come up in a negotiation ...

• Jan. 13 - 14, 2014 New York, NY

Attend this program to gain an in-depth understanding of intellectual property issues that arise in corporate transactions, while exploring the strategic role of intellectual property in a company and delving into the many unique considerations that come into play.  Learn how to assess intellectual property as a strategic asset and how to evaluate opportunities to monetize IP while avoiding costly mistakes.  Other important topics include ...

• Jan. 15, 2014 New York, NY

Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code applies to secured transactions, which are interests in specific collateral granted by the debtor in conjunction with the debtor’s promise to pay. At Secured Transactions 2014: What Lawyers Need to Know About UCC Article 9, you will learn the fundamentals of acquiring a security interest, including how to attach, to perfect (filing and non-filing methods) and to gain (and maintain) priority in the collateral ...

• Jan. 16 - 17, 2014 New York, NY

Effective negotiations and deal execution require that M&A practitioners be well versed in the latest trends. Recent developments in M&A transactions have included novel walk-away provisions, tailored go-shop provisions and new twists on reverse break-up fees. In a race to the finish line, some two-step tender offer transactions have proceeded on a dual track, in which a one-step merger transaction is pursued while the tender offer is proceeding. ...

• Jan. 21, 2014 New York, NY

Depositions provide a unique forum to put forth your best case and get a glimpse at your adversary’s evidence. Whether you’ve done one deposition or 100, you need to be prepared to handle the special situations that arise and know how to identify and exploit the opportunities that exist.  This program covers a range of topics and scenarios that can challenge even the most seasoned litigators.  Our faculty of experienced litigators and deposition ...

• Jan. 22, 2014 New York, NY

The insurance industry continues to navigate the legal environment in meeting insurance and retirement needs in the face of regulatory initiatives adopted in recent years, and ongoing initiatives for regulatory and legislative change, as well as new technological developments. This timely program provides critical content on the prevailing and emerging legal issues practitioners must understand and insights into product development. As the evolving ...

• Jan. 23, 2014 New York, NY

Project management has evolved from something many lawyers thought was a fad to a discipline every lawyer needs to understand and apply. Legal departments are under pressure to reduce total legal costs to their organizations and to improve their management of outside counsel. Applying legal project management to the management of these matters and the management of outside counsel are the keys to achieving these goals. This program will provide practical ...

• Jan. 23, 2014 New York, NY

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• Jan. 24, 2014 New York, NY

The unprecedented scope and continuation of the credit crisis, recession, and weak recovery requires business people and professionals to react quickly and deal with distressed companies and defaults.  This includes problems in the financial services, automotive, airlines, manufacturing, retail, sports and entertainment and real estate industries.  The program will cover current issues relating to structuring, drafting and enforcing the ...

• Jan. 27 - 28, 2014 New York, NY

Attend this renowned program and hear cutting-edge analysis of federal initiatives and FCC regulations.  Plus, examine the latest negotiation trends, current case law, and the latest technology forecasts. Join the country’s leading outside and in-house counsel representing cable operators, programming networks, and online video distributors - and the regulators themselves - to gain an understanding of what has transpired in broadband ...

• Jan. 28, 2014 New York, NY

Nearly 40% of investment advisers that are currently registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission manage at least one private fund.  As a result, the SEC’s examination staff has developed new strategies and processes to address the risks associated with managing hedge funds and other private funds.  In addition, in light of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s increased jurisdiction over private funds, the National Futures ...

• Jan. 29, 2014 New York, NY

Are you up-to-date on the important developments in federal civil practice and the implications of these developments for your cases? At Current Developments in Federal Civil Practice 2014, a distinguished faculty of trial lawyers and judges will review and offer their insights into significant recent developments in the law. The program will focus on applying these developments for best pretrial and trial practices.

• Jan. 30, 2014 New York, NY

As the world’s economies grow increasingly integrated, the international tax laws of the U.S. impact a greater percentage of businesses and transactions.  These international tax rules affect not only large U.S. and foreign-based multinationals, but also increasingly affect mid-sized and smaller firms, financing transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and other commercial activity.  As a result, a working knowledge of these international ...

• Jan. 31, 2014 New York, NY

This program is designed to bring you up to date on intellectual property enforcement, not only in the U.S. but around the world. From the physical world to the Internet, learn how to protect the intellectual property your company or client has invested in and developed against infringement by the billion dollar piracy industry. This program will put you in a better position to think outside of the box when it comes to enforcement options and strategies. ...