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The New York City Zoning Resolution at 100: Land Use Controls In New York City Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
This CLE course will examine the origins of the Zoning Resolution, recent zoning initiatives adopted by the City Planning Commission and City Council, and current City Planning Department plans and studies. The program will include discussion of the evolution of the paths to development under zoning. The program also will include discussion of the recent Mandatory Inclusionary Housing and Zoning for Quality and Affordability text amendments, as well as adoption of the East New York Community P... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Special Board Committees
Panel 1: Special Committees for Investigations and Litigation The panel will discuss the roles of special committees in investigations and litigation; defining the scope and delegation of authority; demands on boards, conflicts, independence; extent of inquiry; legal standard for adequacy of investigation; reports to the board, special committee reports to boards—written or oral; and waiver of privilege. Panel 2: Special Committees for Evaluating Transactions Our panelists... More Info
$1002.25Total Credits1 Ethics -
Understanding IP and Attorneys’ Use of Technology
This CLE course will introduce the key parts of Intellectual Property (patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets) to the audience. Attorney Greg Popowitz will go through what Intellectual Property Protection will provide, the process, international protection, general considerations, and common mistakes/misconceptions. Greg will also introduce the recent passage of the Defend Trade Secrets Act, the first federal civil cause of action for trade secrets. The second part of the cou... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
Workers’ Comp: Its Synthesis and How to Run a Successful Boutique Comp Practice
Workers’ compensation is widely underestimated in its complexity. In fact, at the foundation of the law is not a lawsuit as many believe, but rather an administrative, no fault claims process. Its importance lies in that it remains an employees’ exclusive remedy against an employer for indemnity and medical benefits resulting from a work-related injury. This CLE course will explain New York Workers’ Compensation Law and the different case types, client management styles and an evaluati... More Info
$501.25General Credits -
How to Avoid Legal Malpractice
Learn from an expert about what constitutes legal malpractice and how best to avoid it. The program will cover such claims as breach of fiduciary duty, professional misconduct, conflicts, the scope of the attorney-client relationship, determining legal competency and more. In addition, materials will cover initiation of legal malpractice lawsuit, defenses to legal malpractice, champerty, unauthorized practice of law, attorneys’ fees, calculations and justification for charges, as well as fee d... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
How to Handle Elevator and Escalator Accident Cases
Somebody may come to you one day and say "A friend of mine got hurt in an elevator. Is this a case?" Learn from a personal injury expert how to litigate an elevator case. Topics include elevator technical lingo, spotting issues, elevator safety rules and handling of the case from start to finish: discovery, depositions, pleadings, cross-claims, expert testimonies and more. More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Ninth Annual Art Litigation and Dispute Resolution Practice Institute
For the 9th consecutive year, join us for this special program which brings together a diverse roster of speakers ranging from artists, art consultants, appraisers, members of the bench, bar, museums, art galleries, auction houses, to government officials and members of non-profit organizations as they discuss the most relevant legal issues affecting the art world today. Immigration and the Arts Money Power Beauty: Framing the Value Issue In Fine Art and Collectible Losses The Art is... More Info
$2506.5Total Credits1.5 Ethics -
Everyday Practice of the Law
Understand the essential tasks attorneys must perform when operating a law practice. Beth Shapiro, one of the first women attorneys to be managing partner of her own law firm, will discuss what attorneys need to know to manage their law practices, including: Deciding whether to take a case Drafting an engagement letter Designing intake forms Tasks that can be delegated to other personnel in the office Managing the office, phone messages and emails Informing clients of their rights... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Tax Aspects of International Estate Planning
The United States is reported to be the world’s greatest financial and tax havens. Investors from around the world are purchasing real property and assets in the United States. Additionally, U.S. citizens and residents deploy their capital around the world for investment and personal reasons. This CLE seminar will familiarize attorneys with the basic tax issues involved in international estate planning. More Info
$501General Credit -
3D Printing: Legal Protection for 3D Objects and Product Designs
3D printing is changing the way everything, from household items to computers, is being manufactured. But how to you trademark something that anyone can create? This CLE course will explain the ins and outs of legal protection for 3D objects and how artists, product designers and manufacturers can assert legal protection for their designs. The course will explain the restrictions on copyright protection, the challenges posed by the newest technologies and restrictions on trademark protection a... More Info
$501General Credit