Michigan CLE - Corporate Law Courses
Michigan CLE
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Impact of the Supreme Court’s Decision in U.S. v. Salman on the Law of Insider Trading
How does the 2016 ruling in US v Salman impact decisions such as US v Newman and other insider trading issues? How does the personal benefit requirement work and in what way does it ease the government’s burden? This CLE course will explain when the relationship between tipper and tippee satisfies personal benefit and how to resolve these issues in the wake of the Salman case. More Info
$291General Credit -
Understanding IP and Attorneys’ Use of Technology
With the internet making information available to anyone with wifi, intellectual property protection is more relevant than ever. This CLE course will explain the principal elements of Intellectual Property Protection, the process, international considerations and common misconceptions. The recent passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, the first federal civil cause of action for trade secrets, will be introduced. The second part of the CLE course will be built upon the foundation of the firs... More Info
$551.75General Credits -
Cybersecurity Compliance Issues: What You Need to Do and How You Can Do It
The dangers posed by cyber-security breaches has been felt in every industry, every branch of government and even private individuals. For general counsel and compliance officers, it is perhaps the primary concern facing them today. This CLE course will present the regulatory environment for the financial services industry as it compares to other industries and examine the standards, audits, and ethical responsibilities they entail as well as explain how to conduct employee training and examin... More Info
$551.5General Credits -
What You Need to Know About New Federal Employment Laws
On December 1st, a series of sweeping changes to federal overtime rules will come into effect. This CLE course will review the new rules and their impact from the pay raise that will result from the increase in salary threshold for overtime exemptions to the effect of raises on typically low-wage workers. The course will review the industries where the changes will have the biggest impact such as media, entertainment, advertising and hospitality, where until now even skilled workers couldn’t dep... More Info
$291General Credit -
Ethical Issues Facing In-House Counsel
Without the structure and communication with other attorneys inherent in a typical law office, a company’s in-house counsel may find themselves faced with myriad ethical quandaries. Privileged communication, contact with former employees, conflicts of interest and electronic discovery are just some of the conflicts that can arise on a da-to-day basis. This CLE course will provide an in-depth explanation of these potential issues as well as provide techniques for problem solving a series of hypot... More Info
$651.5Ethics Credits -
Intellectual Property Considerations in Business Transactions
Intellectual property issues are one of a myriad of issues that can arise during business transactions. This comprehensive CLE course will provide an in-depth understanding of intellectual property issues such as key IP clauses in M&A agreements (including royalties, ownership, restrictive covenants, and employee issues) as well as licensing matters with reference to scope, quality control, assignment and termination. The course will also present trademarks, patents, copyrights and trade secrets... More Info
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Everything Is a Negotiation: Strategies and Ethical Considerations for Attorneys
Just because a negotiation tactic is standard practice, doesn’t mean it is the best one to use. In fact, countless deals have been undone, litigation protracted and relationships destroyed by the use of standard practice. This CLE course, presented by managing partner and business owner Joe Campolo, will present alternative negotiation strategies he relies on to close deals and find solutions to problems. Designed for both new attorneys and seasoned professionals, the course will provide you wit... More Info
$651.75Total Credits0.5 Ethics -
Avoiding Ethical Violations and Malpractice Suits
This CLE course, designed to advise lawyers on how to minimize their risk of being sued for malpractice or other ethical violations, will offer practical steps and strategies for attorneys in all types of practices. Presented by ethics expert and legal malpractice attorney Daniel Abrams, the course reviews all the main reasons why lawyers find themselves brought up on charges and what plaintiffs’ attorneys are looking for in a lawsuit. The course will explain the stages of representation where l... More Info
$341.25Ethics Credits -
Drafting a Franchise Disclosure Document and Franchise Agreement to Protect a Franchisor in Litigation
This CLE course will explain the national and international laws which govern franchise law whose complexity arises from federal standards which apply in addition to those of each state. The course will explain how to draft successful Franchise Agreements and Franchise Disclosure Agreements including tips and strategies to help protect your clients from litigation. More Info
$552General Credits -
Chinese Investment in U.S. Real Estate
Chinese nationals seeking safe investment opportunities abroad have begun flocking to the US property market. The legal issues associated with issues such as taxes, corporate formation, transfer of funds, reporting and disclosure requirements, immigration and national security are all affected by this practice. This CLE will review all of these issues as well as examine legal strategies to avoid problems post-acquisition by addressing these issues proactively. More Info
$291General Credit
