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Copying and moving data in Excel is similar to how it works in Word, but there are some differences. This course focuses on features that are particular to Excel, including inserting cells, rows and columns and moving and deleting worksheets.

A review of closing checklists, including why they’re important, their typical format and contents, and a few tips and strategies for drafting and updating them.

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

Discusses the function of indemnification clauses in transactions and how the different parties view them. Also breaks down a sample indemnification clause and explains the language and purpose of its various components, such as the duty to indemnify versus defend, covered losses and claims, and indemnification procedures.

A look at how GenAI is impacting transactional practice, from streamlining due diligence and contract analysis to enhancing document drafting, as industry experts share insights on leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency while maintaining professional judgment and oversight.

Developing arguments both supporting and opposing motions for leave to amend, including a discussion of the various grounds for denial. Rules, procedure, and the legal standard.

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

This program covers the ethical use of AI across core areas of legal practice, helping lawyers understand both the opportunities and the ethical considerations of these powerful tools. The program covers AI’s role in transactional work and litigation, guidance on prompting large language models, and the ethical and professional responsibility issues that arise when using AI in legal practice. Lawyers will gain practical knowledge to use AI tools effectively and responsibly in real-world settings

Advanced guidance on expert reports and rebuttals, including how to work with your expert to help them effectively plan and draft their reports. Focuses on the Opinions section, but then looks closely at the other sections of the report as well. Also gives strategic advice on drafting Daubert motions and Daubert oppositions. Covers specific ways to attack and defend an expert’s methodology, as well as how to select the best arguments.

The basics of due diligence and closings in M&A deals. Includes an overview of the diligence process, tips for conducting due diligence, the closing process, the differences between simultaneous and delayed closings, and guidance on drafting key closing documents.

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.

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.