Securities Law Bundle Includes:

• $50

  Oh How the Mighty Have Fallen: Crypto and the Federal Securities and Commodities Laws

  General Credits: 1

  This CLE program covers the basics of the intersection between “cryptocurrencies” and the federal securities and commodities laws. The title of this program comes from Samuel 2, 1:19. Why this title is apt should be obvious to anyone knowing of recent events in the world of crypto. The program d...

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• $50

  Common Issues with Navigating the Changing Landscape of Multistate Taxation of Crypto Currency & Crypto Based Companies

  General Credits: 1

  State Taxation varies across every state in the United States. Specifically at a State and Local Tax (SALT) level, every jurisdiction has its own tax code and tax treatment for various applications. For example, the way California may classify revenue from a certain company is not the same as Texas...

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• $75

  Overhaul of Regulatory Capital Requirements Proposed By US Banking Regulators

  General Credits: 1.5

  The US federal banking regulators have jointly proposed extensive revisions to the regulatory capital requirements for [midsize and] larger US banking organizations. The revisions are lengthy and would change the requirements for credit, market, and operational risk. Some of the revisions are l...

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• $50

  Ethical Duties When Representing Clients and Working on Client Files

  Ethics Credits: 1

  Many lawyers may not fully understand the Bar rules and ethical considerations regarding whether to take on a client representation, continue the representation, and/or terminate the representation (and everything in between). This CLE course will address some very important ethical considerati...

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• $50

  Advertising Compliance: Fundamentals of FINRA Rule 2210

  General Credits: 1

  This CLE course is designed for attorneys who are new to FINRA’s advertising rules or experienced practitioners interested in a refresher. A panel of FINRA professionals provides an overview of FINRA’s Communications With the Public rule, including filing requirements, internal approval and supervi...

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• $50

  The Rise of The Machines: A Lawyer's Guide to Avoiding Legal Extinction

  General Credits: 1.1

  This CLE course will introduce attorneys, across the board, to the transformative effects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the legal industry. It begins with a clear-cut breakdown of AI and Machine Learning (ML), and their practical applications in law. Then, with focus on how to harness the...

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• $50

  Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: It's Growing, So Make Sure Your Clients are Covered

  General Credits: 1.3

  The passage of the Anti-Money Laundering Act (“AMLA”) brought sweeping changes to the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) legislative regime in the United States. Parts of the AMLA are still being put into force, including coverage of entities not traditionally include...

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• $50

  Ethical Client Management: Tips and Tricks On What Can Save You Problems

  Ethics Credits: 1

  This CLE is a look at starting the client relationship and ethically managing initial client expectations. Sprinkled with examples and ethical rule applications, review how to start a client relationship off on the right foot in terms of client goals and attitudes. Learn tips and tricks to av...

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• $50

  Legal Research in the AI Era

  General Credits: 1

  Did you know that the earliest successful Artificial Intelligence program dates back to 1951? Since then, AI programs have made noticeable, but usually small, advances in legal research. That is, until the large language model (LLM), ChatGPT, was released in November 2022. Companies are releasing p...

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• $50

  Emerging Developments in Artificial Intelligence for Lawyers

  General Credits: 1

  Artificial Intelligence is becoming ubiquitous in legal practice. New tools and new providers emerge constantly. Lawyers need to understand artificial intelligence in order to represent their clients competently and effectively. Lawyers also need to understand the use of AI in order to compete....

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• $50

  Data Privacy in Higher Education

  General Credits: 1

  This CLE is designed for lawyers who want a better understanding of the unique data privacy concerns relevant to higher education. Colleges and Universities must comply with data privacy standards that can impact students, employees, alumni, donors, and the work of the institution. The course is...

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• $50

  The Effects of Trauma and Compassion Fatigue on the Lawyer Who Cares

  Ethics Credits: 1

  Many of us were attracted to the legal profession because we care about people and want to help them. Attorneys hopefully recognize that, unlike many other professionals, their lives are already filled to the brim with anxiety and stress. The consequences of shrugging it off can be catastrophic. O...

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• $50

  Variable Products & Retirement Planning

  General Credits: 1

  Join FINRA staff and industry practitioners as they discuss variable and retirement planning productions. The panelists also explore frequently asked questions and discuss regulatory challenges. Topics Discussed: Summarize how to create a variable product communication with respect to content a...

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• $75

  Current Communications with the Public Regulatory Issues

  General Credits: 1.5

  Join FINRA staff and industry panelists for an in-depth conversation on current advertising regulatory issues, including the new Investment Advisers Act Marketing Rule. Topics Discussed: Learn about recent communications rule changes and proposals. Understand how the new IA Marketing Rule will...

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• $100

  The Nuts and Bolts of Ethics: No Nonsense

  Ethics Credits: 2

  This course will explore the origins of ethics and focus on how that obligation to remain virtuous and honorable still impacts lawyers today. The course will focus on the 5 C’s of Virginia Ethics (i.e., Competence, Communication, Confidentiality, Conflict of Interest, and Candor). Each has a si...

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• $100

  Navigating AI Ethics and Detection: Insights for Lawyers and Legal Professionals

  General Credits: 1

  Ethics Credits: 1

  This CLE course will provide legal practitioners with a sound, backdrop of the legal environment of ethics in the use of generative AI. The landscape is rapidly changing and practitioners should bear this mind as they apprehend the materials and discussion offered in this course. The course wil...

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• $50

  Digital Communications and Social Media

  General Credits: 1

  In the rapidly developing world of digital marketing, how can firms stay in compliance? Can firms communicate relevant, meaningful information in the digital age? Attend this session to experience how industry and regulatory experts are grappling with these challenges. The panel covers current...

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• $50

  Fintech Firms: Communications Compliance Topics

  General Credits: 1

  Join FINRA staff and industry panelists as they share insights on challenges and effective practices related to communications compliance for Fintech focused firms. The panel covers topical issues such as digital engagement practices, mobile applications, integrated product offerings, and crypto as...

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• $50

  Ad Review Workshop: Part 1

  General Credits: 1

  During this highly interactive and dynamic session, attendees apply FINRA advertising rules to several mock advertisements and uncover the hidden concerns. Attendees work in small groups and present their findings to fellow participants, while moderators present the regulatory perspective, clarify...

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• $50

  Exempt Offerings

  General Credits: 1

  This CLE program focuses on industry and regulatory developments related to Reg D and Reg A+ offerings. During the session, panelists discuss common concerns and recent regulatory findings. Speakers provide practical information and effective practices for firms offering these products to retail i...

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• $50

  Investment Companies Current Topics

  General Credits: 1

  Join FINRA staff and industry panelists as they discuss topical advertising compliance issues concerning registered investment companies, including mutual funds, ETFs and closed-end funds. Panelists cover the compliance challenges associated with complex products such as single stock ETFs, crypto f...

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• $75

  Due Diligence Under The 33 Act: Avoid Disasters in the Middle of an IPO

  General Credits: 1.8

  From due diligence to closing there are traps and pitfalls that can be anticipated. Attend this CLE course and learn from the lawyers and bankers what they confront and worry about during the marketing and distribution of initial public offerings. The panelists will provide real life examples...

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• $50

  Back to the Future in Fixed Income Investing? Navigating a Changing Landscape in Municipal and Fixed Income Securities

  General Credits: 1

  This panel will discuss common content standards between FINRA Rule 2210 and MSRB Rule G-21 and describe some key differences. Attendees will hear tips on creating compliant municipal securities communications and considerations for more complex debt instruments. Attendees will gain knowledge of ho...

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• $50

  Advertising Compliance Bootcamp: Select Topics

  General Credits: 1

  This panel will discuss examples of content violations, disclosure and performance standards of SEC Rules, standards for variable insurance product communications, guidance with respect to options communications, presentation of rankings, the core concepts of social media and digital communications...

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• $75

  The Case Against Tipper X

  General Credits: 1.5

  lmagine the following: lt is the morning of a normal workday for you and millions of others who live in New York City. You go to the gym for a workout and run some errands before heading to the office. Unexpectedly, two FBI agents approach you on the sidewalk, flash their badges - in public view - a...

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• $50

  Skip Tracing for Lawyers

  General Credits: 1.2

  Attorneys in most areas of practice, especially trust and estates, personal injury, malpractice, debt collection and real estate law occasionally encounter situations requiring the location of missing people. This includes heirs, beneficiaries, witnesses, shareholders and debtors. In many insta...

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• $50

  Antitrust Merger Enforcement: Significant Regulatory Developments and Issues Explored

  General Credits: 1

  This CLE course provides an in-depth overview of the US merger control process, antitrust agency priorities, forthcoming revisions to the US merger guidelines, and highlights of recent merger challenges. The course is designed to give attorneys a comprehensive understanding of the current state of...

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• $50

  Form CRS: Practical Considerations for Attorneys

  General Credits: 1

  Every attorney who is in the position of referring a client to a financial professional or firm needs to be aware of the firm's CRS, a new 2- to 4-page disclosure document that SEC-regulated firms must deliver to their clients. The CRS was adopted to help investors understand the different sta...

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• $100

  Safeguarding Your Business & Investment Clients with Proactive Asset Protection & Estate Planning

  General Credits: 2

  An effective Asset Protection & Estate Planning Program for Business & Investment Clients should address family and legacy considerations, complete asset protection and tax optimization simultaneously. In addition, it should be easy to use, capable of expanding through time to embrace growth in yo...

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• $50

  Cyber Security and Cyber Breach: What Lawyers and Their Law Firms Need to Know Now

  General Credits: 1.1

  This CLE program will discuss cyber security, the consequences of a cyber breach, including ethical considerations, and cyber insurance. In the U.S., we are faced with 50 state laws on data privacy and security. If your business holds personal information from a resident of a particular state, what...

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