Alaska CLE - Contract Law Courses
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Alaska CLE
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Franchise Law: Representing Franchisees from Courtship to Divorce
Given the great disparity in negotiating power and the method by which franchise documents are drafted, franchisees are notoriously at a disadvantage. This course will look at the relevant federal and state laws and advise attorneys representing franchisees pre-sale, in-term and post-term. More Info
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Freedom of Contract or Freedom from Contract? A Comparison of the Various Jewish and American Traditions
A historical look at the evolution of contract law, this CLE course focuses on the Talmudic and American contract models. The course will discuss the construction of the legal system under Jewish law, which does not include a system of bi-lateral contracts. The course will look at both systems within the context of the sale of land and of other goods. The course will also explore the freedom of contract as a legal doctrine. More Info
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Fundamentals of the Music Business & Law
Copyright infringement in the music industry continues to be a hot topic with industry executives and distributors pitted against artists. This CLE course will explain copyright law specifically as it applies to the music industry. The course will explain what aspects of a musical piece can be copyrighted, the duration of the copyright, and copyright infringements. The course will also explain the process for licensing music and the role of key players including publishers and record labels. Man... More Info
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Getting the Deal Done: A Discussion of Common Pitfalls Facing Dealmakers When Negotiating Film and TV Deals
The smallest details can trip up even the most seasoned attorneys and case law is filled with examples of destroyed relationships, undone deals and expensive disputes resulting from lack of attention to common agreements. This CLE course will focus on some of the most prevalent legal and business pitfalls facing dealmakers, particularly those related to media figures such as producers, writers, directors and financiers. The course will review co-production agreements, including how to avoid gett... More Info
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Home Sweet Home: Handling a Residential Real Estate Transaction
The complexities of real estate closings in Illinois can be daunting to even the most seasoned attorney. It’s essential to understand every aspect of these deals before embarking on a closing and efficient and effective handling is imperative to success. This CLE course will review all the various issues including contract review, negotiations, seller and buyer representation and the myriad forms and checklists involved. Topics include: Contract review Negotiations Representing a Buy... More Info
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How to File Successful Non-Immigrant O and E Visa Petitions and EB-1, EB2-NIW and PERM-based Green Card Petitions
This comprehensive and informative CLE course will address visa and green card petitions and, if time permits, will also cover H-1B’s. The course will explain how to successfully file visa petitions E ((Investors and Traders from countries with treaties with the US), O-1A (Athletics, Business, Education and the Sciences) and O-1B (Artists, and those in Motion Pictures & TV). Regarding green card petitions, the course will focus on EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability in the Arts, Athletics, Bu... More Info
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How to Structure Employment Agreements and Employee Equity Offerings to Avoid Section 409A Tax Traps
Almost any agreement, arrangement or program for the deferral of compensation for employees or service providers is effected by Section 409A of the tax code. This CLE course will provide a comprehensive overview of Section 409A and its primary provisions. The course will also explain the framework for structuring a stock option as well as ensure compliance for phantom equity plans and agreements related to employment and severance. More Info
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Illinois Mechanics Liens
What is a mechanics lien and what are the advantages if asserting one? This CLE course will provide a complete overview of the Illinois Mechanics Lien statute 770 ILCS et. seq. and explain what can be asserted and against who or what, the requirements for asserting such a lien, the process, limitation, filing schedule and how to assert liens on public funds, such as municipality-owned projects. More Info
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Intermittent FMLA: Understanding an Employer's Obligations
The difficult part of the already complex FMLA is understanding intermittent and reduced schedule leave. This informative CLE course will offer tips and strategies to understand the basics of taking intermittent and reduced-schedule FMLA leave and how to ensure compliance with the law. The course will offer a deeper understanding of the FMLA and how to violations of the FMLA and legal liability. The course will present: Scheduling FMLA leave Multiple methods for determining the 12-m... More Info
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Introduction to Music Clearances
Music is a key element to every entertainment industry. In movies and TV shows and even video games and apps, the musical accompaniment is always chosen with care. But how do you know when it is permitted to use an existing piece of music? This CLE course will explain the legal aspects of music musical clearances and how it differs from the licensing. The course will explain the legal distinction between key terms such as compositions, recordings and footage containing music. Use of musical piec... More Info
$291General Credit
