New York CLE - Contract Law Courses
New York CLE
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Ethical Issues in Making Capacity Decisions
Substance abuse, alcohol abuse, old age and mental illness are just some of the factors that can contribute to an individual’s capacity to act in a legal environment. This designation is typically a medical determination and the aging population as well as prevalence of mental illness diagnoses and incidences of substance and alcohol abuse has drastically increased the application of capacity in legal cases. While capacity is widely known as an issue in criminal matters, this CLE course will rev... More Info
$652Ethics Credits -
Legal Processes and Issues Surrounding China-U.S. Foreign Direct Investment
A tremendous increase in China’s economic growth and political clout has made it an attractive investment opportunity. This CLE course will offer a comprehensive overview of the many advantages and risks of foreign investment in China, as well the legal issues and processes that must be undertaken. The course will also advise on issues and requirements for companies in China who endeavor to invest in the US. The course will explain the legal challenges, investment processes, the variety of appli... More Info
$291Prof Practice -
The Legal Interplay Between Article 7 Bailments and Mini Storage
A person rents space in mini-storage, pays the fee, gets his key and for all intents and purposes, the unit belongs to him for the duration of his contract. But does it? Is renting a unit in mini-storage the same as bailment? This CLE course will explain the fine line between self-storage and bailments and the impact of the 182 Lien Law and UCC Article 7. The course will review issues such as enforcement, evictions, lien exceptions, statutory licenses and much more. More Info
$552Prof Practice -
Environmental Due Diligence in Real Estate Transactions
Among the many issues potential purchasers of a property as well as companies with outside facilities must face is the threat of site contamination. Attorneys representing purchasers need to be careful to protect their clients and to be well informed of the Federal and State laws that apply to hazardous site contamination. This CLE course will review the applicable statutes and explain how to evaluate potential risk and construct contracts that effectively protect their clients. The course wi... More Info
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Leasing Basics: A Tenant's Perspective
Rental agreements are notorious for being broken. Whether by a tenant’s early departure or a landlord failure to make requisite repairs, given the volume of incidences in which one party accuses the other of failing to meet the standards of the lease, these breaches seem more the norm than the exception. This CLE course will explain the tenant’s perspective on issues related to property rentals including basic definitions and economic issues, inclusions, escalations, guarantees, and the standard... More Info
$551.5Prof Practice -
Issues Arising in Arbitration
Arbitration inhabits a fascinating place in the legal system. A means to settle disputes outside the courtroom, the decisions handed down in arbitration are still legally binding and though the drama unfolds without the backdrop of the legal system, its procedures are still bound by law. This CLE course, presented by a seasoned arbitrator with 20 years’ experience in the field, will explain the various issues that may, and often do, arise in arbitration such as determining who selects the partie... More Info
$551.5Skills Credits -
Representing Owners in Construction Matters
Listen to anyone tell the story of their home construction and you will hear tales of frustration, anger and sometimes downright theft. This CLE course will teach you how to successfully represent your clients in construction projects and design contracts that protect them throughout the process. The course will begin with an explanation of the myriad parties involved in these projects from designers and contractors to insurers and lenders. The course will then delve into contractual issues and... More Info
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The Fundamentals of Foreclosure Defense and Alternative Remedies
While the frequency of home foreclosures may have reduced since the years immediately following the real estate market collapse, they remain a reality across the country. A firm grasp on the basics of the process, handling strategies and alternative remedies in lieu of foreclosure are necessary for both new attorneys and seasoned legal professionals. This CLE course will cover basic handling, strategies and tactics, quashing service, objecting to standing and a variety of alternative solutions s... More Info
$1073.5Prof Practice -
The End of Amateurism, Unionization and Antitrust: The Legal Challenges Facing Collegiate Athletics
The college sports structure in the US is one of the country’s largest, and generates billions of dollars annually. But the most important feature of the college sports leagues go beyond profits as they can drastically influence the public’s perception of a university. The critical nature of this perception and the league’s power to influence it have brought the system of amateurism that has developed in college athletics under legal attack with the NCAA brought up on anti-trust challenges an... More Info
$291Prof Practice -
Donald Sterling & the NBA: Speech, Property Rights, Antitrust and the Law of Professional Sports Leagues
The excitement surrounding sports is meant to be focused on amazing plays, incredible assists and raw athletic talent. But as the leagues have developed and the legal issues surrounding them have mounted, more of the excitement seems to unfold in the courtrooms than on the fields. This CLE course will highlight one such case, that of Donald Sterling, the Los Angeles Clippers owner whose controversial statements may have resulted in a lifetime ban from the NBA and the forcible sale of h... More Info
$291Prof Practice
