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LIVE REPLAY: Negotiation Ethics: Balancing Boasts and Integrity

$59.00

Lawyers must be truthful.  Yet they must be zealous in the representation of their clients.  The tension between these two principles is perhaps never as great as when the lawyer is negotiating for a client.  The negotiation may be a settlement of litigation or in connection with a transaction. The lawyer may make statements about the law or fact – or simply refrain from making statements because the lawyer knows certain facts or legal precedent are adverse to his or her client’s interest.   Lawyers may also “puff” or boast, signaling that a negotiating stance is firmer than a client’s true positon or more substantively valid than the law can reasonably support.  At some point, the gray ethical line is tripped and what the lawyer does becomes improper. This program will provide you with a real world guide to ethical issues in lawyer negotiations.  Ethics and ethical drawing lines – what’s an acceptable level of deception in negotiations? Affirmative statements of fact, value or intent in settlements Silence about adverse law in negotiations Silence about facts unknown to an opponent or counter-party Silence about errors in settlement agreements or transactional documents Non-litigation work in another state – “temporary” practice Speakers: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections.  For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation.  Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee.   Elizabeth Treubert Simon is an ethics attorney in the Washington, D.C. office of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, where she advises on a wide range of ethics and compliance-related matters to support Akin Gump’s offices worldwide.  Previously, she practiced law in Washington DC and New York, focusing on business and commercial litigation and providing counsel to clients regarding professional ethics and attorney disciplinary procedures.  She is a member of the New York State Bar Association Committee on Professional Discipline and the District of Columbia Legal Ethics Committee.  She writes and speaks extensively on attorney ethics issues.       

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/15/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Negotiation Ethics: Balancing Boasts and Integrity

$59.00

Lawyers must be truthful.  Yet they must be zealous in the representation of their clients.  The tension between these two principles is perhaps never as great as when the lawyer is negotiating for a client.  The negotiation may be a settlement of litigation or in connection with a transaction. The lawyer may make statements about the law or fact – or simply refrain from making statements because the lawyer knows certain facts or legal precedent are adverse to his or her client’s interest.   Lawyers may also “puff” or boast, signaling that a negotiating stance is firmer than a client’s true positon or more substantively valid than the law can reasonably support.  At some point, the gray ethical line is tripped and what the lawyer does becomes improper. This program will provide you with a real world guide to ethical issues in lawyer negotiations.  Ethics and ethical drawing lines – what’s an acceptable level of deception in negotiations? Affirmative statements of fact, value or intent in settlements Silence about adverse law in negotiations Silence about facts unknown to an opponent or counter-party Silence about errors in settlement agreements or transactional documents Non-litigation work in another state – “temporary” practice Speakers: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections.  For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation.  Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee.   Elizabeth Treubert Simon is an ethics attorney in the Washington, D.C. office of Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, where she advises on a wide range of ethics and compliance-related matters to support Akin Gump’s offices worldwide.  Previously, she practiced law in Washington DC and New York, focusing on business and commercial litigation and providing counsel to clients regarding professional ethics and attorney disciplinary procedures.  She is a member of the New York State Bar Association Committee on Professional Discipline and the District of Columbia Legal Ethics Committee.  She writes and speaks extensively on attorney ethics issues.       

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/15/2026
    Presented
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2026 Patent Law Update

$59.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving patent landscape as new court decisions, USPTO policy changes, and technological developments reshape intellectual property protection strategies. This comprehensive program examines recent developments in patent prosecution, litigation, and enforcement that define modern patent practice. Position your IP practice at the forefront of patent law's continuing evolution in our innovation-driven economy.   Analyze recent Supreme Court and Federal Circuit decisions affecting patent scope and enforcement standards Understand USPTO policy changes impacting prosecution strategies and examination procedures Navigate emerging challenges in software, AI, and biotechnology patent protection Address international patent developments affecting global innovation protection strategies   Speaker: Mark Lemley is the William H. Neukom Professor of Law at Stanford Law School, Director of the Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology, and one of the most influential legal scholars in the world, known for his work in intellectual property, antitrust, and the law of technology, robotics, and AI. The author of 11 books and more than 200 articles—with citations from the U.S. Supreme Court and courts worldwide—he has published extensively across top law reviews and leading journals in economics, science, and technology. In addition to his academic work, Mark is a partner at Lex Lumina, where he litigates and advises clients in IP, antitrust, and internet law, and has argued dozens of appellate and trial matters, including Supreme Court cases. He also co-founded Lex Machina, a pioneering legal analytics company acquired by Lexis. Widely honored for his scholarship and litigation, he has received numerous national awards and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Law Institute, and the IP Hall of Fame. He previously practiced at major law firms, clerked for Judge Dorothy Nelson on the Ninth Circuit, and has taught at Berkeley and the University of Texas; outside of work, he enjoys cooking, travel, yoga, and video games.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/18/2026
    Presented
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2026 Patent Law Update

$59.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving patent landscape as new court decisions, USPTO policy changes, and technological developments reshape intellectual property protection strategies. This comprehensive program examines recent developments in patent prosecution, litigation, and enforcement that define modern patent practice. Position your IP practice at the forefront of patent law's continuing evolution in our innovation-driven economy.   Analyze recent Supreme Court and Federal Circuit decisions affecting patent scope and enforcement standards Understand USPTO policy changes impacting prosecution strategies and examination procedures Navigate emerging challenges in software, AI, and biotechnology patent protection Address international patent developments affecting global innovation protection strategies   Speaker: Mark Lemley is the William H. Neukom Professor of Law at Stanford Law School, Director of the Stanford Program in Law, Science and Technology, and one of the most influential legal scholars in the world, known for his work in intellectual property, antitrust, and the law of technology, robotics, and AI. The author of 11 books and more than 200 articles—with citations from the U.S. Supreme Court and courts worldwide—he has published extensively across top law reviews and leading journals in economics, science, and technology. In addition to his academic work, Mark is a partner at Lex Lumina, where he litigates and advises clients in IP, antitrust, and internet law, and has argued dozens of appellate and trial matters, including Supreme Court cases. He also co-founded Lex Machina, a pioneering legal analytics company acquired by Lexis. Widely honored for his scholarship and litigation, he has received numerous national awards and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Law Institute, and the IP Hall of Fame. He previously practiced at major law firms, clerked for Judge Dorothy Nelson on the Ninth Circuit, and has taught at Berkeley and the University of Texas; outside of work, he enjoys cooking, travel, yoga, and video games.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/18/2026
    Presented
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The Gig Economy Lawyer: Ethics of Freelance and Contract Legal Work

$59.00

As the legal profession continues to evolve alongside the modern workforce, freelance and contract-based legal services are becoming increasingly common. This program explores the ethical challenges and professional responsibilities attorneys face when participating in the gig economy, including issues related to confidentiality, supervision, client relationships, and regulatory compliance. Attendees will gain practical guidance for navigating remote and flexible legal work while maintaining adherence to applicable rules of professional conduct.     Understand ethical obligations related to competence, supervision, and unauthorized practice in freelance legal work Analyze confidentiality risks and data security considerations when working remotely or through third-party platforms Navigate fee-splitting rules, client relationships, and disclosure requirements in contract-based engagements Identify best practices for maintaining professionalism, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring compliance with applicable rules   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/19/2026
    Presented
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The Gig Economy Lawyer: Ethics of Freelance and Contract Legal Work

$59.00

As the legal profession continues to evolve alongside the modern workforce, freelance and contract-based legal services are becoming increasingly common. This program explores the ethical challenges and professional responsibilities attorneys face when participating in the gig economy, including issues related to confidentiality, supervision, client relationships, and regulatory compliance. Attendees will gain practical guidance for navigating remote and flexible legal work while maintaining adherence to applicable rules of professional conduct.     Understand ethical obligations related to competence, supervision, and unauthorized practice in freelance legal work Analyze confidentiality risks and data security considerations when working remotely or through third-party platforms Navigate fee-splitting rules, client relationships, and disclosure requirements in contract-based engagements Identify best practices for maintaining professionalism, avoiding conflicts of interest, and ensuring compliance with applicable rules   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/19/2026
    Presented
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Digital Confidentiality: Protecting Client Secrets in the Cloud Computing Era

$59.00

As legal practice increasingly relies on cloud-based technologies and digital communication tools, attorneys must remain vigilant in protecting confidential client information. This program examines the ethical responsibilities surrounding data security, technological competence, and the use of third-party cloud service providers. Participants will explore practical strategies for identifying cybersecurity risks, safeguarding sensitive information, and maintaining compliance with professional obligations in an evolving digital landscape. Understand ethical duties of confidentiality and competence as they apply to cloud-based storage and communication platforms Evaluate vendor security practices, encryption standards, and due diligence requirements when selecting cloud service providers Identify common cybersecurity risks, and inadvertent disclosures   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/20/2026
    Presented
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Digital Confidentiality: Protecting Client Secrets in the Cloud Computing Era

$59.00

As legal practice increasingly relies on cloud-based technologies and digital communication tools, attorneys must remain vigilant in protecting confidential client information. This program examines the ethical responsibilities surrounding data security, technological competence, and the use of third-party cloud service providers. Participants will explore practical strategies for identifying cybersecurity risks, safeguarding sensitive information, and maintaining compliance with professional obligations in an evolving digital landscape. Understand ethical duties of confidentiality and competence as they apply to cloud-based storage and communication platforms Evaluate vendor security practices, encryption standards, and due diligence requirements when selecting cloud service providers Identify common cybersecurity risks, and inadvertent disclosures   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/20/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Capital Stacks in Real Estate: Tiers, Tradeoffs & Costs

$59.00

Real estate capital structures have evolved into sophisticated financing mechanisms that can make or break investment deals. This intensive program demystifies the complex world of equity tiers, preferred returns, and capital stack optimization for real estate transactions. Attorneys will gain practical insights into structuring deals that balance investor expectations with project feasibility.   Analyze different capital stack structures and their legal implications Understand waterfall distributions and preferred return mechanisms Navigate investor agreements and capital contribution requirements Examine case studies of successful and failed capital structures Master the documentation necessary for complex real estate financing   Speaker: Anthony Licata is a partner in the Chicago office of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, where he formerly chaired the firm’s real estate practice.  He has an extensive practice focusing on major commercial real estate transactions, including finance, development, leasing, and land use.  He formerly served as an adjunct professor at the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University and at the Illinois Institute of Technology.  

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/21/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Capital Stacks in Real Estate: Tiers, Tradeoffs & Costs

$59.00

Real estate capital structures have evolved into sophisticated financing mechanisms that can make or break investment deals. This intensive program demystifies the complex world of equity tiers, preferred returns, and capital stack optimization for real estate transactions. Attorneys will gain practical insights into structuring deals that balance investor expectations with project feasibility.   Analyze different capital stack structures and their legal implications Understand waterfall distributions and preferred return mechanisms Navigate investor agreements and capital contribution requirements Examine case studies of successful and failed capital structures Master the documentation necessary for complex real estate financing   Speaker: Anthony Licata is a partner in the Chicago office of Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP, where he formerly chaired the firm’s real estate practice.  He has an extensive practice focusing on major commercial real estate transactions, including finance, development, leasing, and land use.  He formerly served as an adjunct professor at the Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University and at the Illinois Institute of Technology.  

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/21/2026
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Data Breach Response: Immediate Ethical Obligations and Client Notification

$59.00

As cybersecurity threats and data breaches become increasingly common, attorneys must be prepared to respond quickly and ethically when confidential client information is compromised. This program examines the immediate professional responsibilities triggered by a data breach, including duties of competence, confidentiality, communication, and client notification. Participants will gain practical insight into incident response planning, regulatory considerations, and best practices for minimizing risk while maintaining compliance with ethical obligations. Understand attorneys’ ethical duties following a suspected or confirmed data breach, including obligations related to confidentiality and communication Evaluate when client notification is required and what information must be disclosed under applicable professional conduct rules Identify best practices for incident response planning, internal investigations, and coordination with cybersecurity professionals Analyze the legal, ethical, and reputational risks associated with delayed reporting, inadequate safeguards, and improper breach response procedures   Speaker: David Navetta is a prominent leader in privacy, information security and technology law. He has extensive experience counseling clients on novel and cutting-edge data protection issues, including data breach response, cybersecurity risk management, consumer and employee privacy, incident response planning and preparedness, technology transactions, vendor management, board of director advice and consultation, regulatory investigations, litigation and due diligence in corporate transactions. David serves as a “breach coach” on an approved panel for numerous cyber insurance carriers and companies, and he has helped some of the world’s top corporations to effectively respond to complex data security breaches and protect their enterprises. David’s clients range from startups to large Fortune 500 multinationals across a range of industries – including ecommerce, consumer products, name-brand, traditional brick-and-mortar companies, hotels and hospitality, social media, technology, professional services, healthcare, financial institutions and energy.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/22/2026
    Presented
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Data Breach Response: Immediate Ethical Obligations and Client Notification

$59.00

As cybersecurity threats and data breaches become increasingly common, attorneys must be prepared to respond quickly and ethically when confidential client information is compromised. This program examines the immediate professional responsibilities triggered by a data breach, including duties of competence, confidentiality, communication, and client notification. Participants will gain practical insight into incident response planning, regulatory considerations, and best practices for minimizing risk while maintaining compliance with ethical obligations. Understand attorneys’ ethical duties following a suspected or confirmed data breach, including obligations related to confidentiality and communication Evaluate when client notification is required and what information must be disclosed under applicable professional conduct rules Identify best practices for incident response planning, internal investigations, and coordination with cybersecurity professionals Analyze the legal, ethical, and reputational risks associated with delayed reporting, inadequate safeguards, and improper breach response procedures   Speaker: David Navetta is a prominent leader in privacy, information security and technology law. He has extensive experience counseling clients on novel and cutting-edge data protection issues, including data breach response, cybersecurity risk management, consumer and employee privacy, incident response planning and preparedness, technology transactions, vendor management, board of director advice and consultation, regulatory investigations, litigation and due diligence in corporate transactions. David serves as a “breach coach” on an approved panel for numerous cyber insurance carriers and companies, and he has helped some of the world’s top corporations to effectively respond to complex data security breaches and protect their enterprises. David’s clients range from startups to large Fortune 500 multinationals across a range of industries – including ecommerce, consumer products, name-brand, traditional brick-and-mortar companies, hotels and hospitality, social media, technology, professional services, healthcare, financial institutions and energy.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/22/2026
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Drafting Small Commercial Real Estate Leases

$59.00

Master the art of creating comprehensive yet cost-effective lease agreements for smaller commercial transactions where simplicity must balance with adequate legal protection. This practical program addresses the unique challenges of representing small business tenants and property owners in straightforward commercial leasing arrangements. Learn to draft efficient lease documents that serve client needs without unnecessary complexity or excessive legal costs.   Structure lease terms and rental arrangements appropriate for small commercial tenant businesses Draft maintenance, repair, and operating expense provisions suitable for smaller commercial properties Address common area usage and parking allocation in multi-tenant small commercial developments Create termination and renewal options that balance tenant flexibility with landlord investment protection   Speaker: TBD

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/26/2026
    Presented
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Drafting Small Commercial Real Estate Leases

$59.00

Master the art of creating comprehensive yet cost-effective lease agreements for smaller commercial transactions where simplicity must balance with adequate legal protection. This practical program addresses the unique challenges of representing small business tenants and property owners in straightforward commercial leasing arrangements. Learn to draft efficient lease documents that serve client needs without unnecessary complexity or excessive legal costs.   Structure lease terms and rental arrangements appropriate for small commercial tenant businesses Draft maintenance, repair, and operating expense provisions suitable for smaller commercial properties Address common area usage and parking allocation in multi-tenant small commercial developments Create termination and renewal options that balance tenant flexibility with landlord investment protection   Speaker: TBD

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/26/2026
    Presented
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Lawyer Ethics and Email

$59.00

Navigate the complex ethical landscape surrounding electronic communications where convenience meets professional responsibility in ways that can create unexpected liability exposure. This essential program addresses the intersection of legal ethics and email communication, from confidentiality protection to professional conduct standards. Master the evolving requirements for ethical email use while leveraging technology's benefits for enhanced client service.   Understand confidentiality and privilege protection requirements for email communications with clients Address metadata and inadvertent disclosure issues affecting professional responsibility and client protection Navigate professional conduct standards affecting email tone, timing, and recipient considerations Implement security measures and encryption requirements that satisfy ethical obligations for client protection   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/27/2026
    Presented
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Lawyer Ethics and Email

$59.00

Navigate the complex ethical landscape surrounding electronic communications where convenience meets professional responsibility in ways that can create unexpected liability exposure. This essential program addresses the intersection of legal ethics and email communication, from confidentiality protection to professional conduct standards. Master the evolving requirements for ethical email use while leveraging technology's benefits for enhanced client service.   Understand confidentiality and privilege protection requirements for email communications with clients Address metadata and inadvertent disclosure issues affecting professional responsibility and client protection Navigate professional conduct standards affecting email tone, timing, and recipient considerations Implement security measures and encryption requirements that satisfy ethical obligations for client protection   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/27/2026
    Presented
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Drafting Business Service Agreements

$59.00

Master the essential elements of service agreements that govern the vast majority of modern business relationships where performance obligations meet payment terms in complex commercial arrangements. This comprehensive program provides practical guidance on structuring service contracts that protect client interests while facilitating successful business relationships. Learn to balance performance expectations with realistic delivery capabilities in service-based industries.   Define service specifications and performance standards that create enforceable obligations without impossibility Structure payment terms and billing arrangements that align compensation with service delivery milestones Draft intellectual property and confidentiality provisions appropriate for service-based business relationships Address termination rights and transition obligations that protect clients during service provider changes   Speaker: Joel R. Buckberg is a shareholder in the Nashville office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. and chair of the firm’s commercial transactions and business consulting group. He has more than 45 years’ experience structuring and drafting commercial, corporate and business transactions. He also counsels clients on strategic planning, financing, mergers and acquisitions, system policy and practice development, regulatory compliance and contract system drafting. Prior to joining Baker Donelson, he was executive vice president and deputy general counsel of Cendant Corporation.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/28/2026
    Presented
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Drafting Business Service Agreements

$59.00

Master the essential elements of service agreements that govern the vast majority of modern business relationships where performance obligations meet payment terms in complex commercial arrangements. This comprehensive program provides practical guidance on structuring service contracts that protect client interests while facilitating successful business relationships. Learn to balance performance expectations with realistic delivery capabilities in service-based industries.   Define service specifications and performance standards that create enforceable obligations without impossibility Structure payment terms and billing arrangements that align compensation with service delivery milestones Draft intellectual property and confidentiality provisions appropriate for service-based business relationships Address termination rights and transition obligations that protect clients during service provider changes   Speaker: Joel R. Buckberg is a shareholder in the Nashville office of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C. and chair of the firm’s commercial transactions and business consulting group. He has more than 45 years’ experience structuring and drafting commercial, corporate and business transactions. He also counsels clients on strategic planning, financing, mergers and acquisitions, system policy and practice development, regulatory compliance and contract system drafting. Prior to joining Baker Donelson, he was executive vice president and deputy general counsel of Cendant Corporation.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/28/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Communicating in Opposing Counsel & the Courts: Professionalism and Ethics

$59.00

Effective communication is key to a successful legal practice, especially when dealing with opposing counsel and the courts. This session explores the ethical and professional responsibilities lawyers have in their communications, offering strategies to maintain professionalism even in contentious situations. Learn how to navigate challenging interactions while upholding your ethical obligations.   Highlights:   The ethical guidelines governing communications with opposing counsel. Best practices for clear and professional court filings and oral advocacy. Strategies for managing contentious or unprofessional opposing counsel. Avoiding ethical pitfalls in email and written correspondence. Real-life examples of communication missteps and how to avoid them.   Speaker: TBD

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/29/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Communicating in Opposing Counsel & the Courts: Professionalism and Ethics

$59.00

Effective communication is key to a successful legal practice, especially when dealing with opposing counsel and the courts. This session explores the ethical and professional responsibilities lawyers have in their communications, offering strategies to maintain professionalism even in contentious situations. Learn how to navigate challenging interactions while upholding your ethical obligations.   Highlights:   The ethical guidelines governing communications with opposing counsel. Best practices for clear and professional court filings and oral advocacy. Strategies for managing contentious or unprofessional opposing counsel. Avoiding ethical pitfalls in email and written correspondence. Real-life examples of communication missteps and how to avoid them.   Speaker: TBD

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 5/29/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 Uniform Commercial Code Update

$59.00

Stay current on the UCC changes that will shape commercial deals and secured transactions in 2026. This program distills statutory amendments, evolving case law, and digital-asset developments into practical guidance you can apply immediately. You’ll leave with drafting tips, risk flags, and checklists you can use in your next deal or dispute.   Map the key updates affecting Articles 2, 4A, 7, 8, and 9. Understand how “control” and electronic records impact priority and enforceability. Spot high-risk terms in sales, leasing, and secured-credit documents. Get sample clause language and due-diligence checklists.   Speaker: Steven O. Weise is a partner in the Los Angeles office Proskauer Rose, LLP, where his practice encompasses all areas of commercial law. He has extensive experience in financings, particularly those secured by personal property.He also handles matters involving real property anti-deficiency laws, workouts, guarantees, sales of goods, letters of credit, commercial paper and checks, and investment securities.Mr. Weise formerly served as chair of the ABA Business Law Section. He has also served as a member of the Permanent Editorial Board of the UCC and as an Advisor to the UCC Code Article 9 Drafting Committee.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/1/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 Uniform Commercial Code Update

$59.00

Stay current on the UCC changes that will shape commercial deals and secured transactions in 2026. This program distills statutory amendments, evolving case law, and digital-asset developments into practical guidance you can apply immediately. You’ll leave with drafting tips, risk flags, and checklists you can use in your next deal or dispute.   Map the key updates affecting Articles 2, 4A, 7, 8, and 9. Understand how “control” and electronic records impact priority and enforceability. Spot high-risk terms in sales, leasing, and secured-credit documents. Get sample clause language and due-diligence checklists.   Speaker: Steven O. Weise is a partner in the Los Angeles office Proskauer Rose, LLP, where his practice encompasses all areas of commercial law. He has extensive experience in financings, particularly those secured by personal property.He also handles matters involving real property anti-deficiency laws, workouts, guarantees, sales of goods, letters of credit, commercial paper and checks, and investment securities.Mr. Weise formerly served as chair of the ABA Business Law Section. He has also served as a member of the Permanent Editorial Board of the UCC and as an Advisor to the UCC Code Article 9 Drafting Committee.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/1/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 AI Update

$59.00

Artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize legal practice at an unprecedented pace, creating both remarkable opportunities and complex ethical challenges for today's practitioners. This essential program provides comprehensive guidance on AI integration, regulatory developments, and professional responsibility considerations that every modern lawyer must understand. Stay ahead of the technological curve while maintaining the highest standards of professional competence and client service.   Master current AI applications transforming legal research, document review, and case analysis Navigate emerging regulatory frameworks governing AI use in legal practice Address ethical considerations including bias, transparency, and client confidentiality in AI systems Implement best practices for AI adoption while managing malpractice and security risks   Speaker: Sean Belding has experience drafting asset purchase and sale agreements, intellectual property licenses, service agreements, and distribution and reseller agreements. Sean also has experience drafting information security agreements, terms of use, and privacy policies, and advising clients regarding data privacy and security matters. He has also drafted complex settlement agreements, advised clients on best practices for intellectual property protection and management, and developed patent and commercial litigation strategies, including noninfringement positions, invalidity arguments, and motion practice.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/2/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 AI Update

$59.00

Artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize legal practice at an unprecedented pace, creating both remarkable opportunities and complex ethical challenges for today's practitioners. This essential program provides comprehensive guidance on AI integration, regulatory developments, and professional responsibility considerations that every modern lawyer must understand. Stay ahead of the technological curve while maintaining the highest standards of professional competence and client service.   Master current AI applications transforming legal research, document review, and case analysis Navigate emerging regulatory frameworks governing AI use in legal practice Address ethical considerations including bias, transparency, and client confidentiality in AI systems Implement best practices for AI adoption while managing malpractice and security risks   Speaker: Sean Belding has experience drafting asset purchase and sale agreements, intellectual property licenses, service agreements, and distribution and reseller agreements. Sean also has experience drafting information security agreements, terms of use, and privacy policies, and advising clients regarding data privacy and security matters. He has also drafted complex settlement agreements, advised clients on best practices for intellectual property protection and management, and developed patent and commercial litigation strategies, including noninfringement positions, invalidity arguments, and motion practice.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/2/2026
    Presented
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Confidentiality Agreements in Workplace

$59.00

Navigate the delicate balance between protecting legitimate business interests and respecting employee rights in confidentiality agreements that must withstand legal scrutiny while serving practical business needs. This program addresses the evolving landscape of workplace confidentiality obligations where trade secret protection meets employment law requirements. Master the art of drafting enforceable confidentiality provisions that protect business assets without overreaching employee restrictions.   Draft confidentiality provisions that protect trade secrets while complying with employment law restrictions Address post-employment confidentiality obligations and non-disclosure enforcement strategies Navigate whistleblower protections and regulatory disclosure exceptions in confidentiality agreements Structure confidentiality training and compliance programs that support agreement enforcement   Speaker: William J. Kelly, III is a founding member of Kelly & Walker LLC and has more than 25 years’ experience in the areas of employment and commercial litigation. In the area of employment law, he litigates trade secret, non-compete, infringement and discrimination claims in federal and state courts nationwide and has advised Fortune 50 companies on workplace policies and practices. In the area of commercial litigation, his experience includes class action litigation, breach of contract and indemnity, mass-claim complex insurance litigation, construction litigation and trade secrets. Earlier in career, he founded 15 Minutes Music, an independent music production company.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/3/2026
    Presented
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Confidentiality Agreements in Workplace

$59.00

Navigate the delicate balance between protecting legitimate business interests and respecting employee rights in confidentiality agreements that must withstand legal scrutiny while serving practical business needs. This program addresses the evolving landscape of workplace confidentiality obligations where trade secret protection meets employment law requirements. Master the art of drafting enforceable confidentiality provisions that protect business assets without overreaching employee restrictions.   Draft confidentiality provisions that protect trade secrets while complying with employment law restrictions Address post-employment confidentiality obligations and non-disclosure enforcement strategies Navigate whistleblower protections and regulatory disclosure exceptions in confidentiality agreements Structure confidentiality training and compliance programs that support agreement enforcement   Speaker: William J. Kelly, III is a founding member of Kelly & Walker LLC and has more than 25 years’ experience in the areas of employment and commercial litigation. In the area of employment law, he litigates trade secret, non-compete, infringement and discrimination claims in federal and state courts nationwide and has advised Fortune 50 companies on workplace policies and practices. In the area of commercial litigation, his experience includes class action litigation, breach of contract and indemnity, mass-claim complex insurance litigation, construction litigation and trade secrets. Earlier in career, he founded 15 Minutes Music, an independent music production company.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/3/2026
    Presented
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2026 Trust Litigation Update

$59.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving landscape of trust and estate litigation as new precedents, procedural developments, and family dynamics create complex challenges for fiduciary dispute resolution. This comprehensive program examines recent court decisions and legislative changes that reshape trust litigation practice. Position your estate litigation practice at the forefront of this specialized and growing area of law.   Analyze landmark court decisions affecting fiduciary duty standards and beneficiary rights Understand procedural developments affecting trust litigation venue, standing, and discovery rules Navigate emerging challenges in trust interpretation and construction involving modern family structures Address alternative dispute resolution options and settlement strategies specific to family wealth disputes   Speaker: Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation. He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/4/2026
    Presented
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2026 Trust Litigation Update

$59.00

Stay current with the rapidly evolving landscape of trust and estate litigation as new precedents, procedural developments, and family dynamics create complex challenges for fiduciary dispute resolution. This comprehensive program examines recent court decisions and legislative changes that reshape trust litigation practice. Position your estate litigation practice at the forefront of this specialized and growing area of law.   Analyze landmark court decisions affecting fiduciary duty standards and beneficiary rights Understand procedural developments affecting trust litigation venue, standing, and discovery rules Navigate emerging challenges in trust interpretation and construction involving modern family structures Address alternative dispute resolution options and settlement strategies specific to family wealth disputes   Speaker: Michael Kenny is counsel in the New York City office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on commercial, probate, construction, and maritime litigation. He has represented clients in domestic and international arbitrations, including proceedings before the American Arbitration Association and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution. His litigation and arbitration experience includes the preparation and trial of warranty claims and ship repair disputes.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/4/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Lawyer Ethics and Email

$59.00

Navigate the complex ethical landscape surrounding electronic communications where convenience meets professional responsibility in ways that can create unexpected liability exposure. This essential program addresses the intersection of legal ethics and email communication, from confidentiality protection to professional conduct standards. Master the evolving requirements for ethical email use while leveraging technology's benefits for enhanced client service.   Understand confidentiality and privilege protection requirements for email communications with clients Address metadata and inadvertent disclosure issues affecting professional responsibility and client protection Navigate professional conduct standards affecting email tone, timing, and recipient considerations Implement security measures and encryption requirements that satisfy ethical obligations for client protection   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Audio Webcast
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/5/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Lawyer Ethics and Email

$59.00

Navigate the complex ethical landscape surrounding electronic communications where convenience meets professional responsibility in ways that can create unexpected liability exposure. This essential program addresses the intersection of legal ethics and email communication, from confidentiality protection to professional conduct standards. Master the evolving requirements for ethical email use while leveraging technology's benefits for enhanced client service.   Understand confidentiality and privilege protection requirements for email communications with clients Address metadata and inadvertent disclosure issues affecting professional responsibility and client protection Navigate professional conduct standards affecting email tone, timing, and recipient considerations Implement security measures and encryption requirements that satisfy ethical obligations for client protection   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is a partner in the McLean, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, LLP, where he has a substantial practice advising clients on properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections. For more than 30 years he has lectured extensively on legal ethics and professionalism and has written “The Attorney-Client Privilege and the Work Product Doctrine: A Practitioner’s Guide,” a 750 page treatise published by the Virginia Law Foundation. Mr. Spahn has served as a member of the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and as a member of the Virginia State Bar's Legal Ethics Committee. He received his B.A., magna cum laude, from Yale University and his J.D. from Yale Law School.

  • Teleseminar
    Format
  • 60
    Minutes
  • 6/5/2026
    Presented
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