Handwriting Examination - November 1, 2016

Handwriting Examination

Sponsored by the TASA Group Inc. - California MCLE provider number 15439

The TASA Group, in conjunction with handwriting expert Sheila Lowe, will present a free, one-hour interactive webinar presentation, Handwriting Examination, for all legal professionals. During this presentation, Ms. Lowe will discuss: Types of Cases Two kinds of Handwriting Experts Types of Forgery Synchronous Writing Range of Variation Signs of Forgery

Speaker:

Sheila Lowe is a forensic handwriting examiner who holds a Master of Science degree in psychology. Although most of her practice deals with civil matters, she is often court-appointed in criminal cases and works with offices of the public defender. She has taught forensic handwriting examination at the University of California Riverside Campus in the CSI Certificate program and at UC Santa Barbara in the Discovery program.  The author of The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Handwriting Analysis, Handwriting of the Famous & Infamous, and the Forensic Handwriting Mysteries series, Sheila has written articles for numerous Bar Association magazines and many others.   www.sheilalowe.com

FREE!

Total CLE = One General unit

November 1, 2016, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm PT

For further information see:

https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=1270674&sessionid=1&key=B11EC3DEA9DBFCA1782D113E43CCC949&regTag=&sourcepage=register

Protecting Client Data - Ethics - November 2, 2016

Protecting Client Data: Ethical & Statutory Concerns for Law Firms

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA

The extremely confidential nature of client data held by law firms makes them one of the biggest targets for hackers.  In addition, lawyers have ethical and statutory obligations to keep this client data confidential.  Combining these factors with a lawyer’s ethical obligation to remain competent in a world where today’s client data is increasingly being held digitally results in a complex and demanding standard for attorneys to uphold.

Join us for this 60-minute program, where our panelists will discuss the specific obligations of law firms under legal and ethical rules when dealing with cybersecurity risks or breaches, the type of liability and risk specific to law firms, and how to manage these risks to uphold these obligations.

Educational Objectives:

Webinar participants will learn:
• Ethical and statutory considerations related to cyber liability; 
• Hacks and risks that specifically target law firms; 
• Best practices for law firms to protect confidential client data and remain technologically competent.

Speakers:

Mr. David Shannon chairs the Technology, Media and Intellectual Property Practice Group and the Privacy and Data Security Practice Group at Marshall Dennehey.  He concentrates a substantial portion of his practice on privacy law, data breaches, intellectual property, copyright infringement, trademark, trade secret, technology litigation, trade dress and media related litigation. 

Mr. Michael Barrett is the Risk Control Director for CNA’s Lawyers Professional Liability Program. In this role, he manages a team of highly qualified attorneys who are responsible for the design, content and distribution of risk control content relevant to the practice of law. 

Ms. Lisa Jaffee is a Claims Consultant in CNA’s Management Liability, Financial Institutions and Technology group, where she handles cyber, technology and media liability claims against professionals, financial institutions, healthcare organizations and technology companies.  

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit Ethics

Online

November 2, 2016, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/protecting-client-data-m57982078246/

Note:  May require a promotion code

IoT: Context is the New Content - 1-1/2 units - November 2, 2016

IoT: Context is the New Content

Sponsored by The Organization of Legal Professionals

We live in a world where the bots are watching, recording, and reporting everything we do. When Edward Snowden told us the NSA was spying on our communications, the NSA responded by saying "It's no big deal, we're only looking at the metadata, not the content of your conversations."  What the country failed to recognize, and the NSA was counting on, is that the metadata provides a much more compelling and accurate story than the content does.  The IoT is all about metadata - or context.  When were you at a location, what did you do there, what did you buy, what did you eat, who did you meet with - your metadata answers all of these questions.  The alarming surge in the number of sensors that we carry around with us every day, constantly tracking, recording and reporting our each and every action, provides an amazing level of context to our lives.

The IoT is here, there is no putting the genie back in the bottle.  The content of what we say, type, and photograph is important, but the real story is told by the metadata.  Interpretation of that evidence has traditionally relied upon direct human review, but no longer.  The IoT can be used to interpret human data and human actions in digital form with devastating effectiveness. Join our experts, Dan Regard and Charlie Platt, as they guide a lively discussion behind the scenes of the Internet of Things - what is there, how to get it, and how to use it.

Speakers:

Mr. Dan Regard is an electronic discovery and computer science expert with 25 years' experience in consulting to legal and corporate entities. A programmer and an attorney by training, Mr. Regard has conducted system investigations, created data collections, and managed discovery on over a thousand matters. 

Mr. Charlie Platt, a Sr. Managing Consultant at iDiscovery Solutions (iDS) in Washington DC, has over 25 years' experience consulting with corporations and clients on information systems development, infrastructure and analysis, digital forensics, cybersecurity and incident response, database administration, e-Discovery cases,software analysis and development, and project management. 

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.50 units

Online

November 2, 2016, 10:00 am - 11:30 am PT

For further information see:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6653626823879951363

Ethical Social Media Use - Ethics - November 10, 2016

Ethical Social Media Use on Three Easy Steps

Sponsored by Avvo Lawyernomics

In this webinar, Dan Lear, Avvo’s Director of Industry Relations, provides attorneys with a common sense approach to social media. Attorneys who attend this webinar can expect to learn:

 - Legal ethics surrounding social media use – and why you shouldn’t be afraid
 - Constitutional law that backs up lawyer social media use
 - Practical tips for dealing with grey areas that arise with emerging social media trends

*Please note: Participatory CLE credit will only be granted to those that attend the live online session.

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit Ethics

Online

November 10, 2016, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

For further information see:

http://lawyernomics.avvo.com/webinars/ethical-social-media-use-in-three-easy-steps-2

Media Transparency - November 14, 2016

Media Transparency: What Advertisers Must Know to Protect Themselves

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and K2 Intelligence

A recent, far-reaching study commissioned by the Association of National Advertisers revealed that certain non-transparent business practices – including rebates – were pervasive throughout the media-buying marketplace. What exactly are these business practices? What legal challenges – and opportunities – might they present for advertisers? And how can advertisers hold their agencies accountable?

Join us for this 60-minute webinar in which our panelists will address the above questions and discuss how advertisers – and the lawyers that advise them – can effectively assess and address the impact of these practices.  Our panelists will also discuss proactive steps that should be taken to nip negative impacts in the bud, particularly outlining strategies and best practices for developing and reviewing your media agency contracts.

Educational Objectives:
Webinar participants will learn:
• Detailed findings of the study conducted by ANA and K2 Intelligence.
• How advertisers and their attorneys can identify these business practices.
• Contract review and development strategies for ensuring that your rights are protected.
Speakers:
Mr. Julian J. Moore is a senior managing director at K2 Intelligence and is based in New York. Mr. Moore directs an array of investigations and incident response assignments, including into allegations of fraud, violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), insider misconduct, data breach, threats, and stalking.

Mr. Doug Wood is a member of Reed Smith's Entertainment and Media Industry Group and the leader of the firm's Advertising and Marketing Law Practice, recognized by U.S. News & World Reports as the 2016 Law Firm of the Year for Advertising Law. 

Mr. Bob Liodice is chief executive officer of the ANA.  He previously served as executive vice president, responsible for member relations and business development with a primary focus on strengthening relationships with ANA member companies and broadening the membership base.

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit General

Online

November 14, 2016, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PT

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/media-transparency-advertisers-m73014447459/

Note:  May require a promotion code

Improving Document Review - November 16, 2016

How Improving Document Review Reduces Cost and Risk 

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Catalyst

With the explosion of digital content firms can no longer afford to scale review efforts by assigning more human eyeballs to a task. This program will discuss the cost and risk burdens associated with document review as well as the strategies for managing these costs. How have discovery processes and legal technology evolved in the digital world? How can advances in litigation technology help reduce discovery costs, particularly the cost of document review? How can you use this technology to efficiently manage your costs? Join us for this 60-minute webinar, where our panelists will discuss best practices for keeping your discovery costs low.

Educational Objectives:

● The cost and risks associated with the document review stage in e-discovery   
● How new technology lifts the review burden and reveals hidden knowledge
● Ways to customize your workflow to minimize risk and more efficiently produce documents 
● Recommendations for developing a technology strategy to reduce your costs
Speakers:

Hon. Judge David J. Waxse is a United States Magistrate Judge for the United States District Court in Kansas City, Kansas. Prior to his appointment as a Magistrate Judge in 1999, he was a partner at Shook, Hardy & Bacon.

Ms. Kim Leffert is a member of the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Group at Mayer Brown LLP.She is also a member of the Electronic Discovery and Information Governance action group.

John Tredennick is the CEO and founder of Catalyst Repository Systems, which designs, builds and hosts the world’s fastest and most powerful document repositories for large-scale discovery and regulatory compliance.

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit General

Online

November 16, 2016, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/improving-document-review-m57982078749/

Note:  May require a promotion code

2016 eDiscovery Case Law Review - November 30, 2016

2016 eDiscovery Case Law Review: Judges Roundtable

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Exterro

It has been almost a year since the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) eDiscovery amendments went into effect.  This past year of case law has provided insight on how courts will apply these rule amendments, which center on proportionality and spoliation sanctions.

In this webinar, three federal judges will have a roundtable discussion to review the major trends from 2016 eDiscovery case law and provide tips on how to meet court expectations when applying the new FRCP eDiscovery rules.

Educational Objectives:

Webinar participants will learn:
• Best practices from a judicial panel with deep experience around eDiscovery issues
• Analysis of noteworthy eDiscovery cases from 2016 and how to prevent similar mistakes
• Case law trends on how the new FRCP rules are being interpreted by the court
Speakers:

Hon. Judge Frank Maas is a United States Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of New York. Before his appointment, he was a federal prosecutor in the Southern District, a partner in the New York City office of a large upstate

Hon. Judge Craig B. Shaffer has been a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Colorado since January 2001. Judge Shaffer graduated from the College of William and Mary in 1976, and received his juris doctor cum laude from Tulane University’s School of Law in 1979. Judge Shaffer is a member of the Judicial Conference’s Advisory Committee on Civil Rules.

Hon. Judge John E. Ott was appointed to the Court in 1998. He now serves as the Chief Magistrate Judge of the Court of the Northern District of Alabama.

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit General

Online

November 30, 2016, 10:30 am - 11:30 am PT

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/2016-ediscovery-case-m57982078991/

Note:  May require a promotion code

Foreclosure Litigation - 3-1/4 units - On Demand

Foreclosure Litigation – Real World Solutions That Work For Both Sides 

Sponsored by Practising Law Institute

This activity is classified as Self Study as the activity or provider had been previously approved for California CLE credit.  Please see http://mcle.calbar.ca.gov/Attorneys/EducationOptions.aspx 

This webinar was broadcast July 27, 2015.  There is no assurance as to how long access will be available.

This substantive training provides an overview of:

• Ways to avoid foreclosure litigation by resolving disputes before filing suit, with the commentary of industry leaders representing both borrowers’ and the servicers’ perspectives;
• Foreclosure litigation and where there is common ground - which arguments help your case, which do not add anything to it, and which actually hurt your client’s chances of a favorable resolution from both “sides”; and
• A summary of recent decisions and developments regarding the California Homeowner’s Bill of Rights and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Loan Servicing Rules.

The training assumes familiarity with the basics of non-judicial foreclosures in California, but practitioners at all experience levels will benefit from this training.  The panelists are noted experts in mortgage servicing, consumer and housing law who will cover a broad range of topics in foreclosure avoidance and litigation with real-world examples.

The sessions will address issues pertinent to those new to foreclosure litigation, plaintiff or defense side, as well as experienced practitioners.

Speakers:

Co-Chairs:

Stephen T. Hicklin ~ Senior Litigation Counsel, Buckley Madole, P.C.

Kent Qian ~ Staff Attorney, National Housing Law Project

Panelists:

Nelson Goodell ~ The Goodell Law Firm

Elizabeth S. Letcher ~ Law Offices of Elizabeth Letcher

Sanford Shatz ~ Of Counsel, McGlinchey Stafford

Lisa Sitkin ~ Managing Attorney, Housing and Economic Rights Advocates

Christine M. Sontag ~ Director and AGC, MUFG Americas Legal Dept., MUFG Union Bank, N.A

FREE!

On Demand - Expires July 27, 2017 based on original broadcast date

Total CLE credits = 3-1/4 units General

For further information see:

http://www.pli.edu/Content/OnDemand/Foreclosure_Litigation_Real_World_Solutions/_/N-4nZ1z11qqa?ID=262402&tab=0&t=NKP6_8AEM1&utm_source=8AEM1&utm_medium=EMAIL&utm_campaign=NKP6

or call  (800) 260-4754

Reducing E-Discovery Costs - On Demand

Reducing E-Discovery Costs without Sacrificing Defensibility

Sponsored by Exterro and HBR Consuling LLC


This activity is classified as Self Study as the activity or provider had been previously approved for 

California CLE credit.  Please see http://mcle.calbar.ca.gov/Attorneys/EducationOptions.aspx 

There is no assurance as to how long access will be available.

For legal and e-discovery professionals, this is a question that should always be at the forefront: how to reduce legal spending while effectively managing corporate risk. In this complimentary webcast, FRCP experts will analyze e-discovery case law and the new FRCP e-discovery rules for creating a defensible, yet cost-effective process, including:

• The foundational e-discovery requirements every organization must account for
• How to develop new e-discovery techniques that reduce e-discovery spend but keep your process 'reasonable'
• What role e-discovery search/collection/review technology should play in your process

Speakers:

Bobbi Basile - Managing Director,  HBR Consulting LLC
Mike Hamilton, J.D. - Sr. Manager,  Exterro
Aaron Crews, Esq. - Sr. Associate General Counsel, eDiscovery,  Walmart

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Online

On Demand - Expires February 24, 2018 based on original broadcast

For further information see:

http://www.exterro.com/debate-the-e-discovery-issues/reducing-costs/?utm_source=attending&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=use-case-webcast-2&utm_content=thank-you-email

Country-by-Country Reporting - On Demand

Country-by-Country Reporting: Is Your Organization Prepared?

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and RSM UK, the seventh largest accountancy and business advisory firm in the UK 

This activity is classified as Self Study as the activity or provider had been previously approved for California CLE credit.  Please see http://mcle.calbar.ca.gov/Attorneys/EducationOptions.aspx 

There is no assurance as to how long access will be available.

Globally active companies have a lot to consider with new regulations being regularly enacted in response to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD’s) Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) Action Plan. One of the most immediate changes relates to the need for country-by-country reporting (CbCR). It is anticipated that the IRS will finalize proposed regulations by the end of June. The regulations would require the filing of a new CbCR tax form by any U.S. taxpayer that is a parent of a multinational enterprise (MNE) group with $850 million or more in global group revenues and would be effective for fiscal years beginning on or after July 1, 2016. Additionally, organizations may be subject to earlier tax filing deadlines outside the United States.

Educational Objectives:

• The background of CbCR  
• The CbCR requirements and their potential impact on U.S. multinationals, including practical solutions to challenges businesses have already encountered
• The extent of reputational and confidentiality risks posed by the potential publication or leaking of the data
• U.S. and non-U.S. technology considerations that can help companies prepare for and comply with this new global tax requirement

Speakers:

Ken Almand leads the UK and European transfer pricing business for RSM UK and advises on all aspects of the subject plus international tax issues including planning, assurance and compliance. He works with multinational businesses to develop and implement effective strategies that are aligned with their commercial and tax policies. 

Lisa Pinchin recently worked at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) in Paris as an advisor on the BEPS Project. She returned to RSM as an international tax senior manager and leads the BEPS initiative for the U.S. firm. Lisa has more than ten years of experience providing international tax consulting services to large and middle-market multinational companies operating in diverse industries. 

Enrique Rayon has over 20 years of experience advising clients on transfer pricing issues. Enrique also represents RSM in public consultation meetings and submission of comments at the OECD on BEPS transfer pricing matters.

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Online

On Demand - Approximately 60 minutes

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/countrybycountry-reporting-organization-m57982073374/

Corporate Governance and Shareholder Activism - On Demand

Corporate Governance in the New Shareholder Activism Landscape

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Vintage, a division of PR Newswire

This activity is classified as Self Study as the activity or provider had been previously approved for California CLE credit.  Please see http://mcle.calbar.ca.gov/Attorneys/EducationOptions.aspx 

There is no assurance as to how long access will be available.

In recent years, the landscape of shareholder activism has changed drastically.  Any company, regardless of size or financial performance, may become the target of shareholder activism.  A variety of issues may lead to these efforts of investors to influence a company’s decision-making and governance structure.  A company can take steps, however, to ensure they are effectively and competently handling their filing obligations under the federal securities laws to prevent or mitigate the impact of these situations, through accurate and complete filings, by knowing what and how much to properly disclose, and enhancing the quality of governance-related disclosures.

Join us for this 60-minute program to learn how to handle activist shareholders.  Our panel will discuss vulnerabilities to look for in a company that may make it the target of an activism campaign, the types of disclosures that can help to correct or mitigate these vulnerabilities, and practical tips for filing accurate and complete disclosures in compliance with the applicable securities rules and regulations.

Speakers:

Mr. Kai Liekefett is the Head of Vinson & Elkins’ Shareholder Activism Response Team and a corporate partner with 15 years of experience practicing law in New York, Houston, London, Germany, Hong Kong and Tokyo.  He has extensive experience advising companies on proxy contests and other shareholder activism campaigns.  

Mr. Rick Grubaugh is a Senior Vice President of D.F. King & Co., Inc. and co-director of the Strategic Analysis and Proxy Division.  Mr. Grubaugh primarily advises corporations and shareholders in complex transactions specializing in corporate control situations such as proxy contests, mergers and hostile tender offers

Mr. Greg Taxin is Managing Member and Co-Founder of Luma Asset Management, LLC. Previously he was the President of Clinton Group, Inc. He co-Founded Glass, Lewis & Co., LLC in 2003 and served as its Chief Executive Officer. Prior to co-founding Glass Lewis, he served as Managing Director of Banc of America Securities in San Francisco. 

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Online

On Demand - Approximately 60 minutes

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/corporate-governance-new-m57982069603/