Seminars & Webcasts

Seminars

• Feb. 11, 2014 New York, NY

The business of running a nonprofit organization has become increasingly complex, as nonprofits are under heightened scrutiny to account for their management and fiduciary practices. The repercussions from the economic crisis and the need to cope with ongoing financial uncertainty have also brought into focus new legal standards for proper investment conduct.  At the same time, the changing technological landscape forces nonprofits to confront ...

• Feb. 12, 2014 New York, NY

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• Feb. 13 - 14, 2014 New York, NY
• Mar. 20 - 21, 2014 Chicago, IL

This seminar will explore advanced issues in commercial real estate financing in a market that continues to improve - in some cases very dramatically.  We will focus on the use of multiple lenders and creative deal structures.  We have also seen nontraditional lenders such as hedge funds enter the market, providing equity-flavored (and priced) financing through joint venture vehicles, which will be a focus of this year’s seminar.  ...

• Feb. 18, 2014 New York, NY

Attorneys admitted to the New York State Bar are required to complete 16 hours of approved continuing legal education courses per year during the first two years of admission, including three credit hours of approved continuing legal education 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 II: Ethics and Skills for Newly ...

• Feb. 19, 2014 New York, NY

New developments in multijurisdictional practice issues (including the interplay and disparity of various state ethics rules, different enforcement regimes, and U.S. rules vs. international rules) Current issues relating to multiple representation Recent developments involving conflicts of interest Whistleblower remedies for corporate counsel Dangers to corporate counsel in civil discovery New developments in confidentiality, the attorney-client ...

• Feb. 19, 2014 New York, NY

Broker-dealers that are dually registered as investment advisers are under intense regulatory scrutiny and are subject to a number of new and evolving regulatory framework. At this program, attendees will be provided with expert analysis regarding today’s hot topics impacting the relevant regulatory framework, as well as practical considerations regarding the design and implementation of such programs. A distinguished faculty of practitioners and ...

• Feb. 20, 2014 New York, NY

The challenges of creating an inclusive work environment remain great. At this year’s Diversity and Inclusion program, a renowned faculty of practitioners, in-house counsel, diversity directors and related professionals will discuss recent legal developments that impact diversity, the current status of key diversity initiatives, recruiting practices, and  the challenges and best practices for achieving a diverse workplace.

• Feb. 20, 2014 New York, NY

Business separation transactions represent a substantial portion of all M&A transactions.  Many of these take the form of spin-offs, equity carve-outs and similar architectures not involving an outright sale.  But what is a spin-off, what makes it different from other types of business separation transactions, and why are people doing more of them?  This program will provide an in-depth perspective on the factors that drive the ...

• Feb. 21, 2014 New York, NY

The ability to speak clearly and confidently is important for all lawyers, whether speaking with partners, making a pitch to clients, or addressing a courtroom. At this two-hour program, taught by a former practicing lawyer, you will learn techniques that will immediately improve your presentation skills.

• Feb. 21, 2014 New York, NY

The program will review the professional responsibility issues confronting lawyers who advise clients in connection with securities and derivatives transactions, including the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act.

• Feb. 21 - 22, 2014 Washington, DC

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• Feb. 24, 2014 San Francisco, CA
• Mar. 25, 2014 New York, NY

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• Feb. 24 - 25, 2014 New York, NY

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• Feb. 27, 2014 Columbus, OH
• Feb. 27, 2014 New York, NY
• Apr. 8, 2014 East Palo Alto, CA

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• Feb. 28, 2014 New York, NY

Asset based financing is a key source of credit for small and medium-size companies and for some larger, publicly traded companies as well. In contrast to equity financing where ownership in the company is diluted, asset-based financing allows companies to use their own assets to generate cash flow.In structuring these loans, lenders and their counsel must consider all senior interests in the collateral, as well as the practical difficulties in obtaining ...

• Mar. 3, 2014 New York, NY

Experienced entertainment attorneys and business executives will discuss legal, financial, business, and ethical issues in the practice of entertainment law, with a focus on new methods of entertainment product delivery.

• Mar. 4, 2014 New York, NY

Experienced entertainment attorneys and business executives will discuss legal, financial, business, and ethical issues in the practice of entertainment law, with a focus on new methods of entertainment product delivery.

• Mar. 5, 2014 New York, NY

Experienced entertainment attorneys and business executives will discuss legal, financial, business, and ethical issues in the practice of entertainment law, with a focus on new methods of entertainment product delivery.

• Mar. 6 - 7, 2014 New York, NY

You’ll hear expert panelists discuss: significant business and legal developments in the investment management area over the past year and important regulatory initiatives such as: The SEC’s regulatory agenda New regulations affecting money-market funds Potential SEC staff guidance regarding valuation, derivatives and other areas Potential new regulatory initiatives relating to target date funds and exchange-traded funds Possible modifications ...

• Mar. 7, 2014 New York, NY

The scope and application of the attorney-client privilege in the public sector Ethics rules that apply to government lawyers Understanding who the client is The interaction between ethics rules and other regulations that affect government lawyers Transitioning between the private and public sectors

• Mar. 10, 2014 New York, NY

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• Mar. 11, 2014 New York, NY

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• Mar. 12, 2014 San Francisco, CA

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• Mar. 12, 2014 New York, NY

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• Mar. 13, 2014 New York, NY

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