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An overview of the two main accounting frameworks used in the UK, UK GAAP and IFRS, and why the differences between them matter for corporate and commercial lawyers. Covers when each framework applies, the key regulatory bodies involved, the main technical differences that affect legal practice, and how accounting framework choices impact due diligence, transaction drafting, financial covenants, and earn-out provisions.

A detailed discussion of how to position yourself well for appellate review. Includes how to present your evidence, respond to objections, exclude your opponent’s evidence, and preserve arguments at the end of trial.

How to calculate dividends and liquidation preference in a venture financing deal.

Examines the purpose of data privacy clauses and each party’s considerations when drafting these clauses. Also describes the specific information typically contained in these provisions, including how to define what data is protected, security requirements and audit rights, and what happens if there’s a data breach.

An overview of the major participants in the investment banking industry, including the banks and the types of clients that use investment banks.

Discussion of how to conduct a witness prep meeting, focusing on making the witness comfortable with how the deposition will work, explaining how depositions differ from ordinary conversation, and giving the witness tips on how to answer questions.

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.

This program covers the core management and leadership skills lawyers need to work effectively in law firm teams. It addresses how to delegate assignments clearly, manage up and down, deliver constructive feedback, strengthen client service, and cultivate a professional presence. Through practical guidance and real-world examples, the program helps lawyers build trust, support team performance, and develop the management skills essential for long-term success in private practice.

This program covers how corporations authorize their actions and draft written consents, Delaware annual reports, ‘34 Act disclosure requirements for public companies, and two methods of calculating corporate franchise tax.

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.

The basics of taking a deposition. This track includes how to notice or subpoena a deposition, draft a deposition outline, and select documents to use in the deposition; plus effective questioning techniques and strategies for dealing with a difficult witness or opposing counsel.

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.