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A look at large language models and their legal applications. This course explains how LLMs work, how lawyers can take advantage of this technology, what LLMs can and cannot do, and the key risks and ethical issues to be aware when working with LLMs.

Step-by-step guidance on building your closing argument, from pre-trial planning to acing the delivery. Includes how to structure the closing, draft it persuasively, and make it clear for the jury. Also teaches how to decide what to put in your closing, including what to look for you as you monitor the evidence coming in during trial.

Jason Mendelson of Foundry Group shares his perspective on what makes venture lawyers effective for their clients.

A discussion of the closing process for debt and equity securities offerings, including the responsibilities of the parties, preparing a closing checklist and typical closing documents.

How to approach drafting a reply brief, including goals, choosing what to argue, and drafting the introduction and argument sections.

How to use Microsoft Word’s Styles tool for consistent formatting in your document. Also includes different ways to alter the formatting of a Style.

This track explores how private equity deals are financed, how management incentives are structured, and the strategies funds use to create value.

Rules, procedures, tips and strategic considerations for taking and defending expert depositions. This track covers qualifying as an expert, expert and rebuttal reports, witness prep, questioning techniques, attorney-client privilege, and more.

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.

This program explains certificates of incorporation and corporate bylaws, discussing their respective roles in a company, how they can be amended, and other important aspects of these important corporate documents. The program also provides an overview of the key players in a corporation: its stockholders, the board of directors, and the main officers.

This program covers the structure of private equity funds, key deal types, how PE firms approach transactions, and the differences between strategic M&A and Private Equity M&A.

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.