Seminars & Webcasts

• Jul. 15 - 16, 2013 Chicago, IL

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 that information and obligations to protect it from ...

• Jul. 16, 2013

• Jul. 17, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 17, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 17, 2013

• Jul. 18 - 19, 2013 San Francisco, CA
• Jul. 22 - 23, 2013 Chicago, IL

• Jul. 18 - 19, 2013 Webcast

Accounting is a language of business. Because attorneys encounter accounting information in a wide range of legal issues, it is critical for lawyers to understand financial statements and core accounting concepts. This practical course, specifically designed for the non-accountant attorney, will provide an understanding of financial statements and the key principles of accounting, using “real life” examples of accounting issues that attorneys ...

• Jul. 18 - 19, 2013 New York, NY
• Aug. 19 - 20, 2013 San Francisco, CA

In this advanced two-day program, you will have a unique opportunity to receive hands-on drafting experience under the guidance of experienced patent prosecutors. By working in small technologically-distinct groups, you will receive individualized feedback on claim drafting and amendment writing skills, as well as learn practical techniques for avoiding prosecution pitfalls. Guidance will be provided on the America Invents Act and its implementation ...

• Jul. 22, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 22, 2013 Webcast

• 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 New York, NY

• Jul. 22, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 22, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 22, 2013 Webcast

Join us once again at this unique interactive program. Chair Katie M. Lachter and our expert faculty will review a new set of hypotheticals culled from some of the most outlandish cases recently reported. What did those attorneys do? What would you do? What do the experts say you should do? Test your knowledge of the pertinent ethical rules as you match wits with our expert faculty, and contestants. Referred to as the “ethics game show,” this program ...

• Jul. 22, 2013 San Francisco, CA

• Jul. 22, 2013 Webcast

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 “prior art” and circumstance collide in ...

• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 New York, NY
• Sep. 24 - 25, 2013 San Francisco, CA

• Jul. 23 - 24, 2013 Webcast
• Sep. 24 - 25, 2013 Webcast

• 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 New York, NY
• Oct. 24 - 25, 2013 Chicago, IL
• Dec. 12 - 13, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 25 - 26, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 26, 2013 San Francisco, CA

• Jul. 26, 2013 Webcast

Volunteer lawyers are needed to help the many low income clients facing a wide assortment of consumer law matters who are unrepresented. Attend this program to learn the basics of consumer law so that you can competently represent a client in need and learn new advocacy skills.

• Jul. 29, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 29, 2013 Webcast

Advocates representing children, parents, child welfare or foster care agencies, or working on policy must address evolving issues in an increasingly complex environment. This year, PLI’s 16th Annual Children’s Law Institute will focus on a variety of social and legal issues affecting child welfare and juvenile justice practice.

• Jul. 30, 2013 New York, NY

• Jul. 30, 2013 Webcast

• 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.

• Jul. 31, 2013 New York, NY

By attending this program you will learn effective negotiation skills and techniques by observing an expert faculty in simulated bargaining, by critical analysis of tactics and techniques, and by participating in an actual negotiation.

• Aug. 1, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 1, 2013 Webcast

• Aug. 1, 2013 New Brunswick, NJ
• Aug. 1, 2013 Philadelphia, PA
• Aug. 1, 2013 Pittsburgh, PA
• Aug. 1, 2013 Birmingham, AL
• Aug. 1, 2013 Mechanicsburg, PA
• 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. 1, 2013

• Aug. 2, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 2, 2013 Webcast

Attend PLI’s New York Public Assistance and Food Stamp program and learn how to protect the rights of public assistance and food stamp applicants and recipients to these basic subsistence benefits.  Many applicants have difficulty navigating the confusing and bureaucratic process to establish and maintain eligibility for public assistance and food stamps.  Without legal assistance and advocacy, large numbers of clients go without the benefits ...

• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 5 - 6, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 7, 2013 San Francisco, CA

• Aug. 7, 2013 Webcast

If you think you will ever try a case, or if you want to do better the next time you are in trial, then this is the program you have been waiting for. In this full-day program, some of the most experienced trial lawyers in California will talk about the best way to prepare and present a case to a jury. We will cover what you need to do before the trial begins, in limine motions, jury selection, opening statements, witness preparation, direct and cross ...

• Aug. 7, 2013 New York, NY
• Sep. 30, 2013 New York, NY

New York State MCLE Rules Attorneys admitted to the New York State Bar after October 1997 are required to complete 16 hours of approved continuing legal education per year during the first two years of admission, including three credit hours in ethics/professionalism, six credit hours in skills, and seven credit hours in professional practice and/or law practice management. By attending PLI’s one-day Bridge-the-Gap I: Ethics and Skills ...

• Aug. 8, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 8, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 8, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 8, 2013 Webcast

• 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. 9, 2013 New York, NY

• Aug. 9, 2013 Webcast

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in a 12-month period, 26.2% of American adults will have a diagnosable mental disorder, and 5.8% will have a mental illness classified as severe. The prevalence of mental disorders among individuals involved in the criminal justice system and some areas of the civil legal system is even higher.  This timely program will focus on the intersection of individuals living with mental illness and ...