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A discussion of the different types of debt financing used in private equity, including senior debt, subordinated debt, and high-yield debt.

A walkthrough of a typical Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement, including the related Schedule of Exceptions.

Explains the difference between associates who simply complete tasks versus those who take full ownership of their work. Covers the ownership mindset and provides practical tips for putting it into practice.

How to approach writing an opposition brief, including things to look for in the opening brief, planning your arguments, structuring the brief, and strategies for drafting effectively.

A look at filing under the UCC, including a close look at a UCC-1 financing statement. This course also covers extension, modification, and termination of a financing statement by filing a UCC-3.

The fundamentals of UK M&A transactions, covering deal structures, transaction processes, core documents, and the commercial factors that shape deal execution. The course focuses on private deals but also gives an overview of public takeovers to highlight key differences.

Explains three critical issues for a company as it goes through a bankruptcy case: the methods of financing available to the company, the process and procedure of bankruptcy litigation, and how contracts and leases are dealt with when a company goes through a restructuring.

This certificate program gives lawyers an understanding of generative AI and large language models, covering key AI concepts and terms, the impact of GenAI on the legal industry and practical applications for lawyers. It also looks at the risks, limitations, and ethical concerns associated with LLMs, letting legal professionals better understand the opportunities and considerations involved in using GenAI in their practice.

Explains key legal, business, and drafting issues for the most common terms and provisions that appear in day-to-day commercial agreements. This track covers force majeure, indemnification, limitation of liability, notice, publicity, reps & warranties, schedules and exhibits, severability, survival, and term and termination provisions.

Explains key concepts in financial reporting and accounting, such as accrual accounting, revenue recognition, and depreciation and amortization. This track also covers the roles in a finance department; the processes of accounting, financial reporting, and audits; and how to analyze a company’s annual report and financials.

An introduction to different types of securities and securities offerings, including an overview of the IPO process, greenshoe options, follow-on offerings, and shelf registrations and takedowns.

Drafting tips and strategic considerations for specific key motions, including motions to dismiss, preliminary injunctions and TROs, discovery motions, and motions for leave to amend.