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Ethical considerations that come into play throughout trial. Discusses ethical duties related to your client, witnesses, the judge and jury, the opposing party, and the public.

An overview of common private equity fund investment strategies such as growth equity and leveraged buyouts (LBOs). The course also covers alternative strategies including private debt, real assets, and funds of funds.

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.

An overview of the gun-jumping rules and safe harbors relating to communications during a registered offering. Includes a discussion on permitted communications during the pre-filing, waiting and post-effective periods.

Covers strategies for excellent client service, including how to understand your client's role, structure clear advice, stay responsive, and build trust.

Management incentives used in private equity mergers and acquisitions, covering both equity and non-equity incentives, and looking at how the various incentives motivate key personnel in portfolio companies after the acquisition. The course discusses incentive units, RSUs, rollover equity, deferred compensation, SARs, phantom units, and change of control bonuses.

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.

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.

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.

An introduction to the document review and production process, privilege and work product protection, and litigation holds.

An introduction to corporate restructuring practice, including how restructuring practice groups are organized, the roles of the key players, the types of restructuring transactions distressed companies may consider, and overviews of Chapter 11 cases and 363 sales.

An advanced look at trial practice. Includes how to create and use a master trial plan, run a trial team, set yourself up well for an appeal, and make sure your witnesses are ready.