Category: Legal CLE

Anti-Counterfeiting & Brand Protection West Coast – January 24-26 San Francisco, CA

The premiere anti-counterfeiting and brand protection event goes West!

Despite tremendous efforts, our economies continue to suffer from a sharp increase in trade in fake and pirated goods, aided by the Internet which has made it easier for buyers and sellers of counterfeit goods to come together and also to distribute pirated music, movies and software. In order to ensure these traffickers of illegal goods don’t win this war, governments, law enforcement and brands must continue to engage with one another and to work toward a common goal.

To facilitate this, IQPC and Legal IQ are proud to invite you to take part in our next meeting, Anti-Counterfeiting & Brand Protection West Coast taking place January 24 – 26, 2011, at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, CA. CLE Credits Are Available.  For More Information and to Register:  http://ow.ly/3tpSp

 

 

The 15th Annual ABA National Institute on the Gaming Law Minefield Feb 24-25 LasVegas

The 2011 Gaming Law Minefield program is specifically designed to provide in-depth coverage and discussion of the cutting-edge legal, regulatory, and ethical issues confronting both commercial and Native American gaming. Attorneys, compliance officers, Native American leaders, regulators, and legislators will all provide invaluable insights into current trends, opportunities and obstacles in the gaming industry. The program’s subject matter includes new gaming technology, increased IRS CTR and SAR compliance audit activity, Internet gaming, Native American gaming, breaking hot topics in the gaming industry, latest developments in dealing with problem gamblers, and a two-hour CLE-certified ethics program.

The Gaming Law Minefield program constitutes one of the most comprehensive, state-of-the-law gaming programs available. Program attendees have consistently rated the program as a valuable educational experience that provides participants with the opportunity to meet and talk with a wide variety of gaming law experts and leading state and Native American regulators.

Early Bird Registration ends January 24th. For More Information:  Click Here:

Picking the Perfect Jury:What Should Be Done About the Problem of Race-Based Exemptions ABA Teleconference & Live Audio Webcast – October 21st

The National Law Review would like to make you aware of an upcoming ABA Teleconference and Live Webcast which has been approved for Elimination of Bias Credits in applicable jurisdications as well as CLE credit — Picking the Perfect Jury:What Should Be Done About the Problem of Race-Based Exemptions: 

Program Description

As recently reported in the New York Times, “Today, the practice of excluding blacks and other minorities from Southern juries remains widespread” and, according to the Equal Justice Initiative and defense lawyers, is “largely unchecked.” There is a continuing indifference to prosecutors’ race-based exclusions of prospective jurors.  Prosecutors have learned how to claim that their exclusions are race-neutral, even where they do not exclude white jurors whose answers during jury selection are indistinguishable from those of jurors of color whom the same prosecutors do exclude.

At this program, the renowned Executive Director of the Equal Justice Initiative, Bryan Stevenson, will discuss his organization’s June 2010 report on this subject (a report which was the basis for the Times story and other media reports) and will join with other expert panelists and discussing the report’s implications and what those who attend this program can do to rectify this situation.  There will be special focus on Tennessee, Alabama, Arkansas, and Mississippi.

CLE Credit

1.0 hours of CLE credit in 60-minute states/1.2 hours of CLE credit in 50-minute states have been requested in states accrediting ABA teleconferences and live audio webcasts.*

NY-licensed attorneys: This non-transitional CLE program has been approved for experienced NY-licensed attorneys in accordance with the requirements of the New York State CLE Board for 1.0 total NY CLE credits.

Elimination of bias credit has been requested in states with elimination of bias requirements.

The following states accept ABA teleconferences for CLE credit:
AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KY, LA, ME, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NH, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY.

*States currently not accrediting ABA teleconferences: DE, IN, PA, KS, OH

Teleconference / Live Audio Cast Hours: 

4:30 PM-5:30 PM Eastern

3:30 PM-4:30 PM Central

2:30 PM-3:30 PM Mountain

1:30 PM-2:30 PM Pacific

To Register or for More Information: 

Register by Phone:  800.285.2221 / Monday – Friday 
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Eastern Event Code: cet0rbe   http://bit.ly/dkP9EQ

National Forum on Clinical Integration Washington DC Nov. 16th-17th

The National Law Review is a  media sponsor of the National Forum on Clinical Integration  Monday, November 15 to Wednesday, November 17, 2010 Hilton Washington Embassy Row, Washington, DC   

Use Discount Code “NLR” and receive a $200 discount off your registration.

Health Care Reform is now a reality. You’ve heard the basics – now it’s time to learn the practical answers and solutions for developing long-term sustainability of commercial and PPACA integrated models

There is no time to waste – You must have strategies for forming, structuring, and implementing Accountable Care Organizations and other integrated models to stay competitive in the evolving health care market

Come to one forum that will help you understand how ACOs and other integrated models can be reconciled with existing delivery structures

The National Forum on Clinical Integration is your premiere guide to navigating the complexities of structuring and implementing Accounting Care Organizations and other integrated health care models in the wake of landmark Health Care Reform legislation.  The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) expressly creates specific measures to curb, transform, and reduce spending while increasing quality of care through the introduction of ACO pilot programs that will have a tremendous impact on the legal and compliant structure, organization, and implementation of integrated care and health care delivery systems.

CLE credit has been approved in NY and CA  accreditation will be sought in those jurisdictions requested by the registrants which have continuing education requirements.

Register now – Space is Limited and Seats Are Already Filling Up Fast
www.AmericanConference.com/ACOForum   Also remember to use Discount Code “NLR” and receive a $200 discount off your registration.

ABA's Fourth Annual National Institute on Criminal Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights November 5th San Francisco, CA

The National Law Review is proud to support the ABA’s Fourth Annual National Institute on Criminal Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights November 5th at the Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, CA. 

This comprehensive, one-day program will provide in-depth information concerning the complex issues that arise in connection with criminal enforcement of intellectual property rights (primarily involving trade secrets, copyright, and trademarks). The program consists of five panels whose members are key government insiders; policy makers; Assistant U.S. Attorneys; defense counsel; trade group leaders; and rights holders. Panel topics focus on current issues, trends, legal strategies, private industry case development and criminal referral, parallel proceedings and ethical issues in intellectual property enforcement.

This program brings together defense attorneys, prosecutors, members of law enforcement, policy makers, and business leaders to discuss hot topics and legal trends in the rapidly evolving field of intellectual property enforcement.

Mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE) accreditation has been requested from all states which require continuing legal education. 5.75 hours of CLE credit have been requested from those states recognizing a 60-minute credit hour and 6.90 hours of CLE credit have been requested from those states recognizing a 50-minute credit hour.

For more information & to register – click here:

ABA 13th Annual National Institute of Banking Law Basics Oct 27 -29 Boston, MA

The National Law Review is proud to support the American Bar Association Business Law Section, the ABA Center for Continuing Legal Education, and the Morin Center for Banking and Financial Law of Boston University School of Law‘s two-and-one-half day primer on banking law. If you need the basics, you can’t afford to miss this program. Attendance is limited. 

Attend this program and learn what you need to know about:

·         Who regulates whom, why and how

·         The structure and intent of bank regulation

·         The impact of Gramm-Leach-Bliley and Dodd-Frank

·         The role of capital

·         Prudential limitations

·         Permitted investments and activities of banks, bank holding companies and financial holding companies

·         Insurance, securities and capital market activities of banks and bank affiliates

·         Geographic expansion and mergers and acquisitions

·         Supervision and enforcement

·         Failing banks and actions against affiliated persons

This fundamental banking law course was developed to provide practitioners with an understanding of the basic laws and regulations governing banks and bank holding companies. This course is a comprehensive introduction to banking law regulation for attorneys, consultants, and bank professionals who intend to work in the field. It is also a refresher course for experienced banking law practitioners whose practice has not provided an opportunity for the broad exposure that this course offers. This course includes a two-hour segment on ethical considerations in the representation of banking organizations.

Date: October 27 — 29 2010
Location: Boston University School of Management
Fl 4 – Executive Leadership Ctr
595 Commonwealth Ave
Boston, MA 02215-1704
USA
Requested CLE Credit: 18.50

For More Information and to Register: Click Here.

ABA Investment Management Basics Boston Univ. Oct. 13 – 15

The National Law Review is proud to support – the American Bar Association Business Law Section, the ABA Center for Continuing Legal Education, and the Morin Center for Banking and Financial Law of Boston University School of Law present the 3rd presentation of a two-and-one-half day introduction to the regulation of investment companies (mutual funds) and functionally similar entities.

Attend This Program And Learn What You Need To Know About …
  • The structure of the investment management industry
  • The anatomy of an investment company “family” of funds
  • The regulatory scheme imposed on investment companies and related service providers
  • The mechanics of the two “40 Acts: Investment Company Act and Investment Advisors Act”
  • Modern governance standards for investment companies
  • Distribution of fund shares and the fiduciary and regulatory issues raised
  • Contrasting regulation of hedge funds and private equity funds
  • “Hot issues” in the industry

Who Should Attend This National Institute?

  • Lawyers at all levels of experience (including regulators) who are involved or expect to become involved in issues surrounding the investment company industry
  • Private practitioners who advise corporate clients on related matters
  • Consultants, accountants, and bank executives seeking a more comprehensive understanding of this changing industry

MCLE

Mandatory continuing legal education (MCLE) accreditation has been requested from all states that require continuing legal education. 17.50 hours of CLE credit, including 1.00 hours of Ethics credit, have been requested from those states recognizing a 60-minute credit hour and 21.00 hours of CLE credit, including 1.00 hours of Ethics credit, have been requested from those states recognizing a 50-minute credit hour. For NY-licensed attorneys: This transitional CLE program has been approved for all NY-licensed attorneys in accordance with the requirements of the New York State CLE Board (17.50 including 1.00 

hours of Ethics total NY transitional MCLE credits).

For more information and to register go to the ABA CLE Website.


ABA – The Fifth Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud Oct 7 & 8th New Orleans

Looking for a good excuse to head to New Orleans?  The National Law Review would like to remind you that the American Bar Association’s Business Law Section, Criminal Justice Section, Section of Litigation, and the Center for Continuing Legal Education are sponsoring the 5th Annual National Institute on Securities Fraud: 

The aftermath of the global financial crisis continues to cause uncertainty in the areas of securities regulation and enforcement. SEC and DOJ collaboration has increased, with both agencies pursuing aggressive legal theories.  Congress has passed the most sweeping changes to the federal securities laws since they were enacted in the 1930s. And state attorney generals continue to assert a significant role in enforcing state securities laws.

This unprecedented confluence of events raises significant questions for industry participants and publicly traded companies that require a forward-looking and flexible approach to avoiding missteps.

The 2010 program will squarely address the issues and trends that are shaping the direction of securities regulation and enforcement for decades to come, including the status and potential impact of financial reform legislation,  the enforcement trends suggested by recent cases, and the priorities of top enforcers.  The program will provide valuable strategic and tactical insights to navigate this ever-changing terrain, from the perspective of thought leaders of every persuasion, including judges, prosecutors, regulators, compliance officers, and defense counsel.

The Securities Fraud National Institute Planning Committee, in cooperation with the Criminal Justice Section White Collar Crime Committee and the Business Law Section, will provide an educational and professional forum to discuss the legal and ethical issues that arise in securities fraud matters. For More Information – Click Here:

ABA Consumer Financial Services Law Basics -Sept 20 – 21 Boston, MA

Hey Boston – the National Law Review  wants to bring to your attention — The American Bar Association Business Law Section, the ABA Center for Continuing Legal Education, and the Morin Center for Banking and Financial Law of Boston University School of Law will host the 1st presentation of a one-and-a-half day introduction to the regulation of consumer financial services (“CFS”) products and the financial institutions that provide them. If you need a primer or a refresher on the law governing consumer loans and deposits, the program will provide a jump start.   11.75 hours of CLE have been applied for. 

Program Focus

The program will explain each of the major sources of regulation of consumer financial products in the context of the regulatory techniques and policies that are the common threads in a complex pattern, including:

  • Price regulation and federal preemption of state price limitations
  • Disclosure and transparency serving consumer understanding and market operation
  • Regulating the “fairness” of financial institution conduct
  • Privacy and security of consumer data and the problem of ID theft
  • Fair access to financial services
  • Remedies: regulators and private plaintiffs
  • Regulatory reform: CFPA and beyond

Rapid change is occurring in CFS law on several fronts. First, Congress and the Administration have proposed significant changes in CFS law, with the Credit CARD Act and other changes going into effect almost immediately and proposed new regulators on the horizon. At the same time, the long-time federal CFS regulators (FRB, HUD, and FTC) have promulgated new regulations of the CFS industry and its products at an unprecedented pace, in response to a financial crisis that began with toxic consumer assets and the perceived failure to regulate adequately in the past. Finally, states continue to impose their individual, local solutions on CFS industry problems. This multi-pronged approach results in, among other things, constitutional issues of federalism that the Supreme Court and Congress are currently tackling in the area of federal preemption of state CFS laws.

This program presents these new developments in the context of the complex, overlapping and often inconsistent federal laws and regulations that have developed over the past 40 years.   September 20 -21 Boston University School of Management For More Information and to Register Click on: http://dld.bz/vCjC

The National Law Review is proud to be a media sponsor of the 3rd Annual Automotive Product Liability Conference in Chicago Sept. 22-23

The National Law Review is proud to be a media sponsor of the 3rd Annual Automotive Product Liability Conference in Chicago Sept. 22-23 – Sutton Place Hotel http://www.americanconference.com/Automotive.htm  Entering priority service code NLR1795 on the registration form entitles you to a $400 discount.  Kathy & Jennifer will be there from the National Law Review.