Illinois MCLE - Business Law Courses
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Hot Issues and Litigation Strategy Involving Preference Claims
As more companies fall victim to a declining economy, the issue of preference claims has become increasingly ubiquitous. This CLE course will explain how to protect against or prosecute claims of preferential payments made by a creditor before a debtor’s declaration of bankruptcy. The course will explain how to advise companies prior to and after the filing of a bankruptcy of the common and not so common pitfalls in the plaintiff’s case in chief, as well as the effect of § 503(b)(9) (Administr... More Info
$501General Credit -
Selling Property; Deferring Tax - A Basic Guide to 1031 Exchanges
We may be centuries ahead of the old barter system, but there are times when a trade when is more advantageous than a sale. This specifically applies to 1031 Exchanges and its usefulness in avoiding taxes on commercial real estate sales. This informative and comprehensive CLE course will explain the basic tenets of 1031 Exchanges, how and when to establish them, the types of properties that qualify, and deadlines. The course will also review typically applicable taxes, tax deferment, the types... More Info
$350.75General Credit -
The Role of Written Representations in M&A Contracts
Representations are key components of every M&A transaction. The Role of Written Representations in M&A Contracts is a course that focuses on clearly expressing and understanding the nuances associated with expressing written representations in M&A contracts. Topics covered include: making representations qualifications and exceptions to representations the use of disclosure schedules updating representations and disclosure schedules "bringing down" representations at closing an... More Info
$751.75General Credits -
A Review of the New FTC Guidance on Disclosures in Digital Advertising
With marketing campaigns appearing on multiple platforms, and with consumers viewing these campaigns on screens of all sizes, it is a challenge for advertisers to ensure that their disclosures meet legal requirements. Updating guidance last issued in 2000, the FTC has just issued new staff guidance, .com Disclosures: How to Make Effective Disclosures in Digital Advertising. Listen as two of the country's leading marketing law experts give a rundown of the new guidelines and what you need to kno... More Info
$501General Credit -
Piercing the Corporate Veil: When Can Owners Be Personally Liable?
The hard rule of law is that a corporation is liable for its debts and contractual obligations and the shareholders are not liable. But sometimes a party dealing with a corporation might be able to reach the shareholders’ pockets to collect a corporate liability. It is critical that corporate lawyers and litigators on both sides of the litigation understand the principles of when the courts will “pierce the corporate veil” and how to pursue or to defend against such a claim. This rivetin... More Info
$501General Credit -
Advertising and Fashion; Web 3.0
Join a panel of experts as they discuss advertising for the fashion industry in the digital age. Learn how the fashion industry is using social network services, tracking users online and behavioral advertising. Understand the FTC’s regulations for endorsements, celebrity endorsements and testimonials in endorsements, as well as the FTC’s enforcement efforts. The panel will also discuss liability in advertising and best practices for the fashion industry. More Info
$751.25General Credits -
Legal and Practical Considerations for Recruiting, Vetting and Hiring Professional Employees
Though it seems somewhat accepted practice to engage in minor fabrications when applying for a job, for those doing the hiring, it remains problematic. For attorneys, who must contend with severe ethical regulations and privacy laws, it is increasingly imperative to safeguard against bad hires. This CLE course will teach practical tips for attorneys on how to use pre-employment background checks to maintain a rigid hiring process that conforms to the highest standards of legal complian... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Outbound and Inbound Taxation: An Overview of U.S. Tax Law
The globalization of the economy has created countless opportunities for investors, importers and manufacturers. But the consequences of inbound taxation (foreigners doing business in the US) and outbound taxation (Americans doing business overseas) are growing increasingly complex. This comprehensive and fascinating CLE course will explain all the tax ramifications of these transactions, with particular emphasis on structuring options for all types of transactions including that for ownership... More Info
$501General Credit -
Laws Of Arbitration As It Applies to Rabbinical Courts
A client request for representation in rabbinical court, known as Beit Din, may not be a daily occurrence, but when it does happen, attorneys had best be prepared. Though not by any means antiquated, the rabbinical court system has rules and regulations that most attorneys are unfamiliar with. This CLE course will explain the proper procedures for navigating the rabbinical court system, and will explain the relevant arbitration agreements and processes as well as the relationship between the s... More Info
$501General Credit -
A Guide to Ethical Billing Practices and Retainer Agreements
Attorney client relationships are based on many factors, but underlying it all is a business transaction. And like all business transactions, payment for services rendered is an essential factor. But as billing systems and retainer agreements have become more complicated, they have also come under greater scrutiny. It has become far more common for disciplinary authorities to inspect these agreements and incur significant penalties for those who violate the rules. This informative CLE course,... More Info
$501Ethics Credit