Monday, May 1, 2017

Collecting, Preserving & Recycling Your Data - May 10, 2017

Collecting, Preserving & Recycling Your Data: Key Strategies for Cost-Efficient Discovery

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Catalyst


It’s not enough to collect data. You have to centralize your data management and storage to increase efficiencies and lower your costs. Learn how through this informative webinar. You’ll explore best practices for collecting and preserving your data to encourage streamlined workflow, as well as how to visualize the entire legal process through business reporting. 


This complimentary, 60-minute webinar will cover:
  • Strategies and tools for collecting data during discovery
  • How to preserve data sets for future use
  • How to recognize when and which datasets should be retained and reused in different types of matters
  • How centralizing and recycling data collected during discovery lowers overall costs
Speakers:


Aaron Crews - Senior Associate General Counsel, Global Head of eDiscovery at Walmart

Alon Israely, Esq., CISSP - Founder and CEO ofTotalDiscovery

Bob Ambrogi - Legal Technology Author & Communications Director at Catalyst


FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit


Online


May 10, 2017 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am


For further information see:


Don't Ignore Social Media - Ethics - May 11, 2017

If You’re Not on Facebook You’re Committing Malpractice

Sponsored by Avvo Lawyernomics


Can you imagine cross-examining a witness about a telephone call if you’d never used a telephone before? It sounds ridiculous, but that’s precisely where many attorneys find themselves today when it comes to social media. With most of the population now using one or more of these tools to communicate, it’s increasingly dangerous for attorneys to blithely ignore social media and other developing technologies.
Lawyers who attend this webinar will learn about:
  • The growing number of ethics opinions addressing social media, and the obligation of attorneys to be familiar with them.
  • How to think about counseling clients on use of social media during a pending matter — and the attorney’s own use.
  • The intersection between competency requirements and changes in law office technology.
FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit Ethics

Online

 May 11, 2017, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PT

For further information see:

http://lawyernomics.avvo.com/webinars/youre-not-facebook-youre-committing-malpractice-2?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=webinar&utm_campaign=newsletter_pro





Criminal Law Symposium - Live in SF - May 24, 2017

Criminal Law Symposium 

Two one-hour modules:  Sentencing -- What Really Matters to Judges and Confidentiality in the Courtroom

Sponsored by the Northern District Practice Program

The Practice Program for the Northern District of California invites you to a symposium on criminal law practice issues in our district. The program consists of two panels of judges and practitioners sharing their views on issues related to matters.

Panelists for Module 1: Chief Judge Phyllis Hamilton, District Judge Jon Tiger, and District Judge Haywood Gilliam


Panelists for Module 2: District Judge William Orrick; Attorney Martha Boersch of Boersch & Shapiro; Assistant US Attorney Matt Parrella, Chief of Computer Hacking & Intellectual Property (CHIP); and Assistant US Attorney Stephen Meyer, Chief of the Strike Force
Moderators: Attorney Ed Swanson and Assistant US Attorney Kyle Waldinger
FREE!
Total Credits:  2.00 units General

Live:




May 24, 2017,  4:00 pm - 6:30 pm  PT followed by a reception

For further information go to:

PracticeProgram@cand.uscourts.gov 

or call 415-522-4151







Eye on Bankruptcy Series - May 25, 2017

Eye on Bankruptcy - Recent Developments & Leading Opinions in Bankruptcy

Sponsored by the American Bankruptcy Institute


This online program will analyze the latest judicial opinions.

Hosted by Prof. Michelle Harner (University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law), the "Eye on Bankruptcy" speakers will include the Hon. Thomas J. Catliota (U.S. Bankruptcy Court, D. Md.) and Donald A. Workman of BakerHostetler

This webinar will explore recent cases including:

  • U.S. Bank vs. T.D. Bank decision on the doctrine of explicitness
  • Kahn ruling on subordination of security claims
  • Tuscan Energy decision on retainer agreements
  • Veltre decision on consumer foreclosure sales and preferences
Gain a competitive edge from the comfort of your home or office with the online insight of "Eye on Bankruptcy."
FREE!

Total CLEs: 1.00 unit General

Online - Participatory
 

May 25, 2017, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PT

For further information see:

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/7783456387552103169


The Gig Economy - On Demand

2016 Outlook on Labor & Employment: Worker Status in the Gig Economy 

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA 


As digital platforms that link workers with “gigs”—on-demand, freelance jobs—are increasing, questions arise about the status of and security for workers who earn a full or part-time living through the on-demand workforce whether driving cars through Uber, doing odd jobs through TaskRabbit, or renting out their apartments through Airbnb.  Are these workers employees, independent contractors or something else?  The panel will discuss the legal status of these workers and the implications of the on-demand economy in general.

Educational Objectives:


Understand the changing nature of work in the on-demand economy.  Hear expert perspectives on issues of interest including:
• Differences between marketplaces like Airbnb and service providers like Instacart
• The impact of worker classifications and whether there is a possible third classification 
• Debates surrounding whether tax and employment laws should be adapted in light of the sharing economy
• Where Congress stands, and how lawmakers are thinking about worker issues
Portable benefits models and other possible protections for sharing economy workers


Speakers:


Seth D. Harris is a member of Dentons' Public Policy and Regulation practice. Before joining Dentons, Seth served four and a half years as the U.S. Deputy Secretary of Labor, and six months as Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor and a member of President Barack Obama's Cabinet.


Before joining the Chamber, Randy Johnson was the Republican labor counsel and coordinator for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Education and the Workforce where he supervised a staff of professionals and was responsible for employment policy and legal issues before the committee.

Kelly Ross has been with the AFL-CIO since 2002, and has been Deputy Policy Director for the AFL-CIO since 2010.  As Deputy Policy Director, he is responsible for policy formulation and implementation on a wide range of issues, including economic policy, budget and tax policy, labor standards, and employment policy. 

Rebecca Smith joined the National Employment Law Project in 2000, after nearly 20 years advocating for migrant farm workers in Washington State.  At NELP, she has worked to modernize state unemployment insurance programs, promoting reforms to fill the gaps in the program denying benefits to women and families.

Senator Mark Warner of Virginia was elected to the U.S. Senate in November 2008 and reelected to a second term in November 2014. He serves on the Senate Finance, Banking, Budget, and Intelligence committees. 

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.50 units


Online


On Demand - Approximately 90 minutes

For further information see:



http://www.bna.com/2016-outlook-labor-m57982067433/

M&A Due Diligence - On Demand

Effective M&A Transactions: How to Streamline Your M&A Due Diligence Process 

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and TMF Group

Due diligence remains one of the most important parts of the M&A process and is essential for a successful transaction. Prior to engaging in the due diligence process, the parties to a transaction need to prepare effectively on both the sell-side and the buy-side by setting proper goals.  Vast amounts of data and information must be shared and analyzed when disposing or acquiring assets, and participants to a transaction must know how to properly allocate roles and responsibilities to effectively manage the due diligence process.

Join us for this 60-minute program where our panelists will discuss the overall M&A due diligence process, how to prepare for M&A due diligence, and the future of due diligence.

Educational Objectives:
Program participants will learn:
• How to set key aims and the right scope to get the most out of M&A due diligence
• How to efficiently use external counsel and properly allocate roles/responsibilities
• Tips and tricks to reduce the labor-intensive due diligence process




Speakers:

Ms. Kristen Prohl is Vice President, Chief Regulatory Counsel for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., a leading hotel and leisure company. She joined the company in 2006 as a Director, Associate General Counsel, to provide legal support for North American hotel development deals.

Ms. Ani Kusheva of Skadden Arps focuses on corporate matters, including cross-borders mergers and acquisitions, public company takeovers, joint ventures and private equity transactions.  Her recent experience includes advising, among others: Hellermen Tyton Group PLC in its U.S. $17 billion acquisition by Delphi Automotive PLC.

Mr. Matthew Eckford is the recently appointed as the Commercial Lead for TMF Group’s QuickDocs global solution; a one-stop global solution to order due diligence documents from jurisdictions around the world.
FREE!
Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Online

On Demand - Approximately 60 minutes

For further information see:

Information Governance and Litigation - On Demand

Dealing with New Technologies: What to Think About from Information Governance and Litigation Perspectives 

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Catalyst


New technologies are changing the way we manage information – and presenting new privacy and litigation-related issues. Get essential insights for your organization to integrate new technologies into existing Information Governance (IG) policies with this complimentary webinar.

Explore the privacy, security, and litigation issues that emerge as new technologies for managing Electronically Stored Information (ESI) are being developed and deployed. Hear real-live examples from the experts on how to anticipate and prevent problems down the road.

Educational Objectives:
• Appreciate how new technologies must be evaluated and integrated into pre-existing information governance policies
• Understand that privacy, security, and litigation readiness must be considered when new technologies are chosen
• Create a template or series of topics to be considered when integrating new technologies
Speakers:


Mr. Ronald J. Hedges of Ronald J. Hedges LLC served as a United States Magistrate Judge in the District of New Jersey from 1986 to 2007.  He is the chair of the Advisory Board of Digital Discovery & e-Evidence, a Bloomberg BNA publication.  Mr. Hedges has authored numerous articles on electronic information.  Among other things he is a co-author of both editions of the Federal Judicial Center publication, Managing Discovery of Electronic Information: A Pocket Guide for Judges.

Dr. Ann Cavoukian served for an unprecedented three terms as Commissioner of the Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario, Canada. Recognized as one of the leading privacy experts in the world, Dr. Cavoukian is an avowed believer in the role that technology can play in protecting privacy.

Ms. Gail Gottehrer is a litigation partner in at the law firm of Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP in New York and Connecticut. Her practice focuses on class action defense, management-side labor and employment litigation, and other complex commercial matters, including privacy and technology-related litigation and workplace-related class actions. She is one of the few defense lawyers to have been involved in the trial of a class action to verdict before a jury.
FREE!
Total Credits:  1.50 units

Online

On Demand - Approximately 90 minutes

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/dealing-new-technologies-m57982066524/

Cybersecurity Risks for Small Law Firms - On Demand

Cybersecurity Risks for Small Law Firms: Protecting Your Firm and Your Clients

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and Citrix ShareFile

All law firms are at risk for data breaches due to the great amount of clients’ confidential information that they possess.  Small law firms, in particular, often do not have the resources to allot to a separate cybersecurity program and therefore face a significant threat of experiencing a data breach.  However, these firms must still take measures to ensure their clients’ information is secure and mitigate any potential risks.

Join experts from Citrix ShareFile and a certified information privacy professional (CIPP) from Davis Wright Tremaine LLP to learn the ways in which small law firms are open to cyberattacks.  Additionally, the panelists will discuss ways in which small law firms can develop an effective cybersecurity program and protect themselves by using technology such as cloud software.

Educational Objectives:

• Understand how hackers can infiltrate your law firm’s database
• Develop an effective cybersecurity plan specific to your small law firm’s needs
• Learn how to use the proper technology to protect your firm from cyberattacks



Speakers:

Mr. Sean Hoar of Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is a veteran security and privacy attorney and an accomplished litigator with over two decades of experience prosecuting cybercrime, identity theft, Internet fraud, and other matters for the U.S. Department of Justice.  

Ms. Sara Greene is the Director of Citrix ShareFile for Legal.  She has helped ShareFile’s charge into the legal industry by understanding the software and internet security needs of law firms and legal IT consultants.  She has a strong understanding of software as a service and cloud computing needs in the legal context.  ShareFile is a market leading provider of secure cloud based document sharing.  
Mr. John McHugh is a Strategic Partnership Associate in the Citrix ShareFile Business Development team.  In his role he develops partnerships within the legal industry, focusing primarily on Bar Associations and Law Schools.  He has a background in legislative and regulatory development and was a senior policy analyst for the State of North Carolina.

FREE!
Total Credits:  1.00 unit

Online

On Demand - Approximately 60 minutes

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/cybersecurity-risks-small-m57982063761/

Accommodating Disabled Workers - On Demand

Accommodating Disabled Workers: Managing Employer Obligations Within the Law

Sponsored by Miller Law Group, California MCLE Provider no. 13321


Determining reasonable accommodations for disabled workers, and managing accommodations that are in place, can be a complicated and time-consuming process for employers - and legal missteps can carry a high price tag. This webinar will explore recent developments involving disability discrimination and reasonable accommodation obligations under California and federal law, with a special emphasis on the interactive process, attendance issues, telecommuting, reassignment, and more.

Originally broadcast November 29, 2016

FREE!

Total Credits:  1.50 units 


Online

On Demand

For further information see:

http://www.millerlawgroup.com/recordings/2016-11-29_ELU.html




Preventing Internal Cybersecurity Breaches - On Demand

Preventing Internal Cybersecurity Breaches: How to Effectively Train Your Employees 

Sponsored by Bloomberg BNA and NAVEX Global

While most companies are focusing on preventing external cybersecurity attacks, they often ignore one of the biggest cybersecurity risks: their own employees.  Studies have shown that unintentional employee behavior can create major vulnerabilities within companies, leaving them open to cybersecurity attacks.  However, companies tend to fall short in effectively training their employees on cybersecurity issues and awareness.

In this program, our panelists will discuss the types of cybersecurity threats created by a lack of employee awareness, and how to develop an effective cybersecurity training program for your employees to prevent and solve for these vulnerabilities.

Educational Objectives:


Program participants will learn:
• Examples of the types of threats that can come from employee behavior;
• How to develop bring-your-own-device (BYOD), social media, and secure data access policies;
• Strategies for developing and implementing an effective cybersecurity training program for employees to raise awareness

Speakers:



Mr. Jonathan Hyman of Meyers, Roman, Friedman & Lewis serves as outside labor and employment counsel for businesses including the drafting of employment policies and agreements, auditing human resources practices, advising on day-to-day employment issues. 

Mr. Dean Dolan of counsel in Baker & McKenzie’s Toronto office,  has served on the executive committee of the Ontario Bar Association's Privacy Law Section.


FREE!

Total Credits:  1.00 unit General 


Online


On Demand - Expires October 18, 2018

For further information see:

http://www.bna.com/preventing-internal-cybersecurity-m57982077559/?utm_campaign=CP_SWEB_Legal_Preventing+Internal+Cybersecurity+OnDemand_EM+2_112816&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua&elqTrackId=fd5890b440be4053b6542b09d45efc8e&elq=a8ef23322a084ad08d8bbf13a95a9335&elqaid=6890&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=4084

Note:  May require a promotion code