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LLC/Partnerships Interests: Collateral, Pledges, and Security Interests

$65.00

LLC members, partners and S Corp shareholders frequently pledge their ownership stakes as collateral to fund their businesses or for personal purposes. Taking and perfecting a security interest in an ownership stake involves a complex set of choices and processes under UCC Article 9 and Article 8, federal securities law and organizational law, each implying risk and limitations on the secured party.  This program will provide you with a practical guide to taking and perfecting a security interest in a partnership, LLC or S Corp ownership stake, the practical remedies and choices available to secured parties on foreclosure, how to circumvent certain restrictions, and the impact of non-UCC law on taking a security interest.   How to take a security interest in partnership, LLC or S Corp ownership stake Relationship of Article 9 and Article 8, defining security interests in securities and investment properties Methods and mistakes in perfecting the security interest Restrictions on assignment and methods to circumvent Rights of secured parties, including the right buy, and foreclose strategies and traps Securities law and non-UCC legal issues   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.  Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

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  • 8/22/2026
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Letters of Intent in Business & Commercial Transactions

$65.00

Master the delicate balance between commitment and flexibility that defines effective letters of intent in complex business transactions where preliminary agreements can determine deal success or failure. This program provides essential guidance on drafting LOIs that facilitate negotiations while managing legal exposure and relationship dynamics. Learn to structure preliminary agreements that preserve deal momentum without creating unintended binding obligations.   Draft binding and non-binding provisions that clearly define parties' commitments during due diligence periods Structure exclusivity and standstill provisions that protect deal negotiations while preserving party flexibility Address confidentiality and public disclosure requirements affecting LOI negotiations and deal announcements Navigate the transition from letters of intent to definitive agreements while managing changed circumstances     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.

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  • 60
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  • 8/24/2026
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Letters of Intent in Business & Commercial Transactions

$65.00

Master the delicate balance between commitment and flexibility that defines effective letters of intent in complex business transactions where preliminary agreements can determine deal success or failure. This program provides essential guidance on drafting LOIs that facilitate negotiations while managing legal exposure and relationship dynamics. Learn to structure preliminary agreements that preserve deal momentum without creating unintended binding obligations.   Draft binding and non-binding provisions that clearly define parties' commitments during due diligence periods Structure exclusivity and standstill provisions that protect deal negotiations while preserving party flexibility Address confidentiality and public disclosure requirements affecting LOI negotiations and deal announcements Navigate the transition from letters of intent to definitive agreements while managing changed circumstances     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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 8/24/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Drafting Business Service Agreements

$65.00

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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/23/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Drafting Business Service Agreements

$65.00

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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/23/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1

$65.00

There is no larger market than sales of goods to consumers.  Though the opportunities for your clients are vast, selling to consumers is unlike selling to other businesses. Sales to consumers are governed by overlapping layers of regulations covering how those sales are financed, what warranties are implied by law versus expressly made by the seller, and – when need arises – debt collection of defaulted accounts. Failure to understand and comply with these layers of complexity can lead to consumer complaints and regulatory action, litigation and substantial liability. This program will provide you a framework for understanding the law of consumer sales, including financing those sales, express and implied warranties imposed by law, and debt collection from consumers.    Day 1: Essential law governing sales to consumers – sales law, finance, warranties Sales law – how consumer sales differ from commercial sales Consumer finance – securing the sales with collateral and anticipating defaults Role of the Uniform Consumer Credit Code and Reg Z Role of the new federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau   Day 2: Understanding the role of implied and express warranties in consumer sales under federal law Limiting a seller’s exposure to warranties and otherwise managing risk Overview Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Consumer Credit Protection Act Permissible debt collection practices in consumer sales and potential liability Communications with debtors and third parties and required disclosures Best practices to avoid liability for businesses, lawyers, and law firms   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.  Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

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  • 9/26/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 2

$65.00

There is no larger market than sales of goods to consumers.  Though the opportunities for your clients are vast, selling to consumers is unlike selling to other businesses. Sales to consumers are governed by overlapping layers of regulations covering how those sales are financed, what warranties are implied by law versus expressly made by the seller, and – when need arises – debt collection of defaulted accounts. Failure to understand and comply with these layers of complexity can lead to consumer complaints and regulatory action, litigation and substantial liability. This program will provide you a framework for understanding the law of consumer sales, including financing those sales, express and implied warranties imposed by law, and debt collection from consumers.    Day 1 : Essential law governing sales to consumers – sales law, finance, warranties Sales law – how consumer sales differ from commercial sales Consumer finance – securing the sales with collateral and anticipating defaults Role of the Uniform Consumer Credit Code and Reg Z Role of the new federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau   Day 2 : Understanding the role of implied and express warranties in consumer sales under federal law Limiting a seller’s exposure to warranties and otherwise managing risk Overview Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Consumer Credit Protection Act Permissible debt collection practices in consumer sales and potential liability Communications with debtors and third parties and required disclosures Best practices to avoid liability for businesses, lawyers, and law firms   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.  Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

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  • 9/27/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1

$65.00

Navigate the complex regulatory landscape governing consumer transactions where federal and state protection laws create extensive compliance obligations for businesses selling goods and services to individual consumers. This foundational program provides essential guidance on the legal framework governing consumer sales, financing, and warranty obligations. Master the fundamental requirements that govern consumer-facing businesses in today's heavily regulated marketplace.   Understand Truth in Lending Act and fair credit reporting requirements affecting consumer financing arrangements Navigate warranty obligations including Magnuson-Moss Act requirements and state lemon law compliance Address consumer protection law compliance including FTC Act requirements and state UDAP statutes Design sales processes and documentation that comply with consumer protection requirements while facilitating business operations   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. Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/28/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 1

$65.00

Navigate the complex regulatory landscape governing consumer transactions where federal and state protection laws create extensive compliance obligations for businesses selling goods and services to individual consumers. This foundational program provides essential guidance on the legal framework governing consumer sales, financing, and warranty obligations. Master the fundamental requirements that govern consumer-facing businesses in today's heavily regulated marketplace.   Understand Truth in Lending Act and fair credit reporting requirements affecting consumer financing arrangements Navigate warranty obligations including Magnuson-Moss Act requirements and state lemon law compliance Address consumer protection law compliance including FTC Act requirements and state UDAP statutes Design sales processes and documentation that comply with consumer protection requirements while facilitating business operations   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. Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/28/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your consumer law expertise with sophisticated strategies for complex compliance scenarios and specialized consumer transaction types. This program builds on foundational concepts to address challenging situations including online sales, subscription services, and debt collection activities. Develop the specialized knowledge required for comprehensive consumer law compliance in diverse business contexts.   Master debt collection law compliance including Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and state collection regulations Navigate online consumer transaction requirements including e-commerce disclosures and digital payment compliance Address subscription service and automatic renewal requirements affecting recurring consumer payment arrangements Understand class action litigation risks and defense strategies for consumer law compliance failures     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. Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

  • Audio Webcast
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/29/2026
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Selling to Consumers: Sales, Finance, Warranty & Collection Law, Part 2

$65.00

Advance your consumer law expertise with sophisticated strategies for complex compliance scenarios and specialized consumer transaction types. This program builds on foundational concepts to address challenging situations including online sales, subscription services, and debt collection activities. Develop the specialized knowledge required for comprehensive consumer law compliance in diverse business contexts.   Master debt collection law compliance including Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and state collection regulations Navigate online consumer transaction requirements including e-commerce disclosures and digital payment compliance Address subscription service and automatic renewal requirements affecting recurring consumer payment arrangements Understand class action litigation risks and defense strategies for consumer law compliance failures     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. Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

  • Teleseminar
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/29/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 Uniform Commercial Code Update

$65.00

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
  • 9/30/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: 2026 Uniform Commercial Code Update

$65.00

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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 9/30/2026
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Demystifying the Legal Opinion: What It Is and Why It Matters

$65.00

Legal opinions serve as crucial guidance, clarifying the legal standing of transactions, risks, or disputes. This program demystifies the structure, purpose, and impact of legal opinions, empowering attorneys to craft and analyze them with confidence.   Explore the essential components of a legal opinion Understand the contexts where legal opinions are most impactful Learn best practices for drafting clear, persuasive opinions Assess the potential consequences of flawed or incomplete legal opinions     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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/1/2026
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Demystifying the Legal Opinion: What It Is and Why It Matters

$65.00

Legal opinions serve as crucial guidance, clarifying the legal standing of transactions, risks, or disputes. This program demystifies the structure, purpose, and impact of legal opinions, empowering attorneys to craft and analyze them with confidence.   Explore the essential components of a legal opinion Understand the contexts where legal opinions are most impactful Learn best practices for drafting clear, persuasive opinions Assess the potential consequences of flawed or incomplete legal opinions     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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/1/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Security Interests in LLCs and Partnerships

$65.00

Navigate the complex intersection of entity law and secured transactions where traditional UCC concepts meet the unique characteristics of business entity ownership interests. This specialized program addresses the challenges of creating, perfecting, and enforcing security interests in LLC and partnership interests. Master the evolving legal landscape governing secured transactions involving alternative business entities.   Understand the unique characteristics of LLC and partnership interests affecting security interest creation Navigate perfection requirements and priority rules specific to entity ownership interests Address practical enforcement challenges including charging orders and foreclosure procedures Navigate the interplay between entity operating agreements and security interest documentation   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
  • 10/15/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Security Interests in LLCs and Partnerships

$65.00

Navigate the complex intersection of entity law and secured transactions where traditional UCC concepts meet the unique characteristics of business entity ownership interests. This specialized program addresses the challenges of creating, perfecting, and enforcing security interests in LLC and partnership interests. Master the evolving legal landscape governing secured transactions involving alternative business entities.   Understand the unique characteristics of LLC and partnership interests affecting security interest creation Navigate perfection requirements and priority rules specific to entity ownership interests Address practical enforcement challenges including charging orders and foreclosure procedures Navigate the interplay between entity operating agreements and security interest documentation   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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/15/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 1

$65.00

Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/20/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 1

$65.00

Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/20/2026
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LIVE REPLAY: Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 2

$65.00

Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/21/2026
    Presented
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LIVE REPLAY: Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 2

$65.00

Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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
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  • 60
    Minutes
  • 10/21/2026
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Drafting Indemnity Agreements in Business and Commercial Transactions

$65.00

Master the art of risk allocation through sophisticated indemnification provisions that can determine whether business relationships survive disputes or result in catastrophic liability exposure. This comprehensive program reveals the strategic considerations behind effective indemnity agreement drafting and negotiation. Learn to structure indemnification arrangements that provide meaningful protection while maintaining enforceability and commercial reasonableness.   Draft comprehensive indemnification provisions that cover relevant risks while avoiding over-broad or unenforceable terms Structure mutual indemnification arrangements that balance protection with reciprocal obligations Address survival periods, notice requirements, and defense obligations affecting indemnification effectiveness Navigate insurance coordination and contribution issues affecting indemnification and risk management strategies   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
  • 12/7/2026
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Drafting Indemnity Agreements in Business and Commercial Transactions

$65.00

Master the art of risk allocation through sophisticated indemnification provisions that can determine whether business relationships survive disputes or result in catastrophic liability exposure. This comprehensive program reveals the strategic considerations behind effective indemnity agreement drafting and negotiation. Learn to structure indemnification arrangements that provide meaningful protection while maintaining enforceability and commercial reasonableness.   Draft comprehensive indemnification provisions that cover relevant risks while avoiding over-broad or unenforceable terms Structure mutual indemnification arrangements that balance protection with reciprocal obligations Address survival periods, notice requirements, and defense obligations affecting indemnification effectiveness Navigate insurance coordination and contribution issues affecting indemnification and risk management strategies   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.

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  • 60
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  • 12/7/2026
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2025 Commercial Code Update: Navigating New Business Law Frontiers

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The overlapping articles of the UCC impact most business, commercial and real estate transactions.  From the perfection of security interests to the enforceability of promissory notes and investment contracts to equipment leases and the sale of goods, the UCC plays a role in most significant transactions. This program, led by one of the nation’s leading authorities on the UCC, will provide you with a wide-ranging discussion of developments under the many articles of the UCC, including secured transactions, investment notes, sales, and equipment leasing.   Recent UCC developments for transactional attorneys Developments impacting commercial, business and real estate transactions UCC Article 9, asset-based transactions and secured transactions Sales of goods contracts Equipment leases, including computer equipment and capital equipment Notes, guarantees and letters of credit   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.  Mr. Weise received his B.A. from Yale University and his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, Boalt Hall School of Law.

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  • 60
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  • 1/10/2027
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Sales Agreements in Business Law: UCC Issues, Traps & Drafting Tips

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The sale of goods is one of the most common forms of commercial transactions.  The sales contracts governing these transactions can be quite complex and they must all comply with the Uniform Commercial Code Article 2.  The UCC governs contract formation, express and implied warranties, and outlines forms of breach of contract and types of remedies.  Compliance with the code enhances enforceability of the contract and expedites remedies upon breach.  However, when its many requirements are overlooked, contracts for sale of goods may be invalid and the underlying transaction void. This program will provide you with a practical guide to drafting and reviewing contracts for the sale of goods under UCC Article 2.   “Battle of forms,” methods of acceptance or rejection, and electronic contracting Delivery, acceptance or rejection of goods by buyer Breaches for failure to deliver, non-conforming product, repudiation, failure to pay Types and measure of damages for breach of contract by seller or buyer Express and implied warranties – fitness for purpose, merchantability, title infringement Disclaimer of warranties and other techniques to limit scope of liability   Speaker: Christopher Tompkins is a partner in the Chicago office of Jenner & Block, LLP, where he counsels clients in such areas as breach of contract, the Uniform Commercial Code, equipment leasing, business torts, and intellectual property.  He has handled all phases of litigation in state and federal court and before arbitration tribunals, including pre-litigation investigation, motion practice, discovery, working with expert witnesses, trial and appeal.Previously, he served as a legislative intern for the National Council of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws where he worked on legislation related to commercial law. 

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  • 60
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  • 1/17/2027
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Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 1

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Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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.  

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  • 60
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  • 1/28/2027
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Tortious Interference, Good Faith & More: Business Torts, Part 2

$65.00

Business and commercial transactions are fraught with potential tort liability for attorneys and their clients. Whether out of disappointment at losing a deal or as a negotiating tactic or legitimate belief, counterparties, competitors and third parties can easily allege tortious interference with existing or prospective business relationships.  There is also the risk of breaching the duty of good faith and fair dealing in transactions or misusing proprietary information obtained in negotiations in a failed deal. This program will provide you with a practical framework for understanding the range of business torts and real-world defenses.   Day 1: TRADE SECRETS: UTSA DTSA Essential Elements Defense Damages Practice Pointers Day 2: BUSINESS TORTS THAT APPEND TRADE SECRET LITIGATION: New employees – business torts applicable to recruiting and hiring new workers Trade secret misappropriation by departing employees Non-competition, non-solitation and forfeiture agreements – validity, enforceability when an employee departs, and practical usefulness   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.  

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  • 1/29/2027
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Client Funds: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid

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This program provides attorneys with essential guidance on managing client funds to ensure compliance with ethical and legal obligations. Participants will learn about common mistakes, such as commingling funds, improper disbursements, and inadequate recordkeeping, that can lead to disciplinary actions. The program will also offer practical strategies and best practices for safeguarding client funds and maintaining accurate financial records. By the end of the session, attorneys will be better equipped to avoid pitfalls and uphold their fiduciary duties with confidence.   Understanding ethical rules and fiduciary duties related to managing client funds. Identifying common mistakes, such as commingling, misappropriation, and improper disbursements. Best practices for maintaining accurate trust account records and complying with financial reporting requirements. Practical strategies to safeguard client funds and avoid disciplinary actions or malpractice claims.   Speaker: Thomas E. Spahn is of counsel in the Tysons Corners, Virginia office of McGuireWoods, where he advises firm clients on professional responsibility issues and properly creating and preserving the attorney-client privilege and work product protections.  He has served on the ABA Standing Committee on Ethics and Professional Responsibility and is a Member of the American Law Institute and a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation.  He has written extensively on attorney-client privilege, ethics and other topics, and has spoken at over 2200 CLE programs throughout the U.S. and in several foreign countries.  Through links on his website biography, he has made available to the public his summaries of over 1,600 Virginia and ABA legal ethics opinions, organized by topic; a 300 page summary of his two-volume 1,500 page book on the attorney-client privilege and work product doctrine; over 1100 weekly email alerts about privilege and work product cases; and materials for 40 ethics programs on numerous topics, totaling over 9,000 pages of analysis. 

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  • 1/30/2027
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Cloud Contracts: Drafting and Reviewing IT Sourcing Agreements

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Virtually every organization outsources it information technology (IT) functions to third-party vendors.  Electronic files of every time – data and documents, video and audio – are stored on servers owned and maintained by third parties and located at off-site locations.  Telecom services are also commonly outsourced. The idea behind outsourcing these increasingly complex systems is that costs might be controlled and the difficulty of maintaining them becomes someone else’s task. But getting to that point lies beyond reviewing and negotiating highly complex IT outsource agreements involving performance and reliability, data security and privacy breaches, and warranty and indemnity.  This program will provide you with a practical guide to negotiating and drafting IT agreements with third-party vendors.   Performance standards for IT vendors, reliability, and Service Level Agreements Essential warranty and indemnity provisions – and spotting red flags Understanding how “The Cloud” works for contractual purposes Important data security, privacy and related liability concerns Drafting the underlying equipment lease and/or software license Reviewing fee structures in IT outsourcing agreements   Speaker: Peter J. Kinsella is a partner in the Denver office of Perkins Coie, LLP, where he has an extensive technology law practice focusing on advising start-up, emerging and large companies on technology-related commercial and intellectual property transaction matters.  Prior to joining his firm, he worked for ten years in various legal capacities with Qwest Communications International, Inc. and Honeywell, Inc.  Mr. Kinsella has extensive experience structuring and negotiating data sharing agreements, complex procurement agreements, product distribution agreements, OEM agreements, marketing and advertising agreements, corporate sponsorship agreements, and various types of patent, trademark and copyright licenses.

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  • 2/14/2027
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Private Placement Agreements, Part 1

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Dive into the complexities of private placement agreements in this two-part series designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of their structure, legal requirements, and practical applications. This program covers the essential elements of drafting, negotiating, and ensuring compliance with securities regulations, with a focus on current trends and common pitfalls. Attendees will gain valuable strategies for advising clients, mitigating risks, and structuring agreements tailored to unique business needs. Whether you're new to securities law or a seasoned practitioner, this series offers insights to strengthen your practice.   Part 1:   An overview of private placement agreements: critical elements and their importance. Regulatory compliance essentials under federal and state securities laws. Best practices for identifying and advising on exemptions from registration under Regulation D. The role of offering memorandums and disclosure obligations in private placements.   Part 2: Key negotiation strategies for private placement agreements, focusing on investor protections. Common pitfalls in private placement transactions and strategies to address them. Enforcement risks, including SEC scrutiny and how to avoid compliance missteps. Real-world case studies of successful and problematic private placement agreements.   Speaker: S. Lee Terry is a partner in the Denver office of Davis, Graham & Stubbs, LLP, where he has a broad corporate and securities practice.  He advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, partnership agreements, licensing and other technology related contracts.  He has an active practice advising private companies, ranging from capital raising and major transactions to dispute resolution and investigations. He also has an extensive securities law practice, including various types of capital raising transactions.  Earlier in his career, he worked in the Office of General Counsel of the Securities and Exchange Commission.  

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  • 3/3/2027
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