Illinois MCLE - International Law Courses

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  • Terrorism On Trial: An Overview of Anti-Terrorism Litigation in Federal Courts

    This introductory CLE course will offer a glimpse into the exclusive area of anti-terrorism litigation. The course will provide an overview of the most common federal anti-terrorism statutes including 28 U.S.C. 1605A (the “terrorism exception” to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act) and the Anti-Terrorism Act (ATA) as amended by the Justice Against Sponsors of Terrorism Act (JASTA). The course will address timelines, eligibility criteria, and the typical obstacles to obtaining a judgm... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • International Intellectual Property Transactions in Many Countries

    Beginning with a brief review of the fundamentals of intellectual property categories recognized under US law, as well as those of many other countries, and the methods for internationally registering associated intellectual property, this CLE course will then delve deeper into a discussion of issues relating to why protection under these categories is insufficient. The course will address developing business activities that are difficult condense into the traditional IP categories, an... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Anti-Money Laundering Compliance: It's Growing, So Make Sure Your Clients are Covered

    The Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) legislative regime underwent sweeping changes because of the passage of the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 (“AMLA”). This informative CLE course will examine who is covered and address potential questions and answers to this dynamic set of laws. These include the sections of the AMLA of 2020 that are still being put into force, including the coverage of entities that are not traditionally included, the Beneficia... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Witches and Guns: The Intersection Between Wicca and The Second Amendment

    The issue of religion as it coexists with legal issue is thorny. This CLE course will explore the overlap between the basic principles of the Wiccan religion and the Second Amendment. The course will explain the significance of the relationship between the two as well as provide a clarifying philosophical background. The course will then delve into specific topics and their potential application to practice areas. A unique and fascinating look at a typically ignored topic, the course w... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Offshore Versus Domestic Asset Protection, What You Need To Know

    Presented by a seasoned Asset Protection Attorney, this CLE course will offer an extensive examination of the most prevalent domestic and international tools designed to protect your clients' assets from legal disputes. The course will cover: An Explanation of Asset Protection The Role of Asset Protection in today's increasingly litigious society A historical timeline tracing the evolution of the Asset Protection Industry A review of the most commonly employed strategies for asset... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • The Yellow Brick Road of a PERM Case

    PERM cases are complex and filled with potential pitfalls. One single typo can destroy an entire case. This CLE course will review the lengthy process of fulfilling the many regulatory standards as well as necessary evidence for a successful PERM case. The course will review the steps involved beginning with how to develop a case strategy to qualification verification and the Prevailing Wage Determination. The course will review the process through recruitment and filing. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Immigration for the Extraordinary: O-1 and EB1-1

    Whether in the US as an immigrant or not, those at the highest level attempting to find work in the US may be issued temporary work visas or green cards. This CLE course will present the regulatory standards and the evidence required for those petitioning for temporary work visas or green cards. The course will provide a detailed explanation of the three O-1 categories and briefly discuss the P-1 available to athletes. How to build a green card case as well as both the legal and practi... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • War Crimes in the Star Wars Universe: Episode VI

    Presented by a former war crimes prosecutor, the Star Wars original trilogy continues with this third and final installment. Amongst the scenes being offered for law-of-war analysis, the course will begin with the film’s opening scene, where Leia and then Luke Skywalker confront Jabba the Hutt. Is this an act of unconventional warfare? Does the law of armed conflict apply here? The course then takes up the moment when the Rebels find out about the new Death Star and determine that the... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe Episode V: Conflicts, Disputes and More

    In this episode, we will explore the legality of Darth Vader’s droid program under international law and the law of armed conflict as well as its parallels to today’s drone programs. This CLE course will examine the Battle of Hoth, the role of military contractors such as Boba Fett in the law of war, whether Lando Calrissian’s trickery of Luke Skywalker and his friends constitutes a potential war crime, Darth Vader’s questionable treatment of detainees and the legal ramification of Luk... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • War Crimes in The Star Wars Universe: Episode IV

    Whether by design or happy accidents, Star Wars Episode IV raises many fascinating issues addressed by the International Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), and which international law scholars and jurists wrestle with today. This CLE course will examine the conflicts raised in the film, as well as cover real-life war crimes cases such as the trial of Adolf Eichmann, the Nuremberg trials and modern terrorism cases and drone program issues. The course will seek to determine if, under LOAC, Lei... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Offshore Asset Protection: Exploring the Various Jurisdictions for Protecting your Clients' Assets

    The US is considered one of the world’s most litigious societies. But charging others and being charged are two entirely separate matters. This CLE course will help attorneys better advise their clients in how to survive a lawsuit by utilizing offshore asset protection to shield assets from frivolous claims. The course will address how to use various locations such as the Cook Islands, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Belize, and Switzerland, the different types of protections, and their purpose... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • The Cuban Missile Crisis and The Art of Negotiation

    The 60th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis just passed, and as one of the most examined crises in American history, it’s still a hotly debated topic. While it unfolded, it held the attention of the entire world. The ending seemed positive, but was that the result of careful mediation and wise, informed decision making, or was it just luck? This riveting CLE course will examine the negotiations that transpired during the crisis, the various actors and their decisions and how they... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Asylum ABC's: What Attorneys Need to Know

    Immigration has been a hot topic for years and the issues are only growing in complexity. This CLE course will present an overview of asylum law for new and seasoned immigration attorneys. The course will review practical tips for making a successful asylum application and explain the topic from both a broad and narrow perspective, offering general detail to specifics. The course will cover the application time frame, relevant forms and a review of potential pitfalls. The course will a... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Transnational Legal and Cultural Issues Arising when Doing Business Internationally

    Transnational transactions often require documentation which must satisfy more than one legal system. This CLE course will explain the various issues which may arise when documenting transnational transactions. Using examples of American companies doing business in China, the course will present the need to understand and interpret the laws and regulations within the context of their country of origin and where the business is being conducted. The course will explain how the understand... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Customs and Import Procedures and Classifications

    With a focus on the legal mechanics of importing goods into the US, this informative CLE course explains the framework for this key aspect of the international buy/sell transaction principal importation rules. The presentation will explain the treaty creating the World Trade Organization (as well as its predecessor, the GATT or General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade), the key elements of the treaty, the most favored nation principle, national treatment and the tariff negotiating rounds... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Citizenship and Residence: Prerequisites to Extra Territorial Taxation

    This comprehensive CLE course will examine the many jurisdictional bases for the imposition of tax on extra-territorial income. The course will focus on natural persons and the meanings that are typically ascribed to the variety of bases for the code. The course will cover state statutes as well as some countries’, residence status for the purpose of tax treaties, dual residents, the planning for and acquisition of status, planning for and relinquishing status, expatriation, and the e... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • "Sweat Equity" in Small Businesses and Venture Startups: The Legal and Tax Issues

    Issuing shares that are (nearly) tax-free is relatively simple when a small business or start-up first launches. When a shareholder or LLC member receives “sweat equity” or shares in exchange for labor, the tax and legal issues become a bit more complicated. This entertaining, fast-paced CLE course will explain the issues of treating “sweat equity” workers as regular employees as opposed to independent contractors, as well as explain the use of restricted stock, options, warrants and o... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Crossing State and International Lines for Discovery and Enforcement of Judgments

    Crossing jurisdictional boundaries for the purpose of discovery during litigation as well as the enforcement of judgements that may therefore arise, has existed since the rise of modern commerce. This CLE course will present a historical overview of the development of the crossing of jurisdictional boundaries as it has evolved in the Western world in order to prepare attorneys to diplomatically navigate their cases today. The course will also offer practical resources for pract... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • War Crimes, Sanctions & The War In The Ukraine: A Review Of The Legal Aspects Of The Current War & The Laws That Apply

    Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a series of allegations of war crimes against Ukrainian civilians have been lodged against Russian forces. These allegations claim that Russia has carried out deliberate and indiscriminate attacks in densely populated civilian areas. Claims have been made that the use of cluster munitions – a weapon prohibited by 100 states because of the immediate and long-term danger they pose - have unnecessarily exposed civilians to immeasurable harm through the... More Info

    $55
    2.25General Credits
  • Cryptocurrency and the Blockchain: Understanding the Landscape of Legal Issues and Offerings

    Cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are sources of tremendous confusion, particularly given the recent market upheavals and drastic swings in their value. Whether cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are a fading fad or the beginning of a new direction in currency has yet to be determined, yet legal analysis may have a decided impact on the verdict. This CLE course will address the legal challenges and their impact on the industry as well as several key issues which... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Current Trends in Asylum Cases: The Asylum Officer Rule

    Recently, new rules implemented by the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice offers the ability to quickly grant asylum to applicant subject to expedited removal and eligible for asylum while promptly removing those who are not. These new rules are an attempt to streamline the asylum process and remove some of the load from the overburdened immigration courts. This CLE course will review this new mechanism with a specific focus on the due process rights of those... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • 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

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Privacy and Cyber Breaches: Are You Next?

    It is critical for businesses, regardless of their size, to comply with state, federal and foreign privacy laws and regulations. These will govern a company’s procedures including data collection, storage, use, sharing and disposal with regards to personally identifiable information (PII), personal health information (PHI) and payment card information (PCI). A company that fails to adhere to privacy guidelines, even inadvertently or unknowingly, or to disclose its procedures, are simpl... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Metaverse Law: Intro to ARVR, Issues, IP Ownerships, Monetization, Cyber Currency, and Licensing

    This CLE course will address the incredible breadth of tech law in the Metaverse, which still remains largely unregulated. The course will offer a review of the basic terminology – using terms everyone can understand – as well as how regulatory and statutory laws may apply to the Metaverse, how it polices itself and how it is monetized. The course will also delve into blockchain and security, intellectual property, cryptocurrency and other related issues with regards to funding... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Cyber Security Compliance Trifecta: Recent Revisions to Three Important Security & Privacy Standards

    Both large and small companies have been faced with increasing cybersecurity compliance concerns. This informative CLE course will review the standards and requirements revisions published recently, which have broad implications for cybersecurity compliance. These include the Spec. Pub 800-53 (Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations), released by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the PCI-DSS 4.0 published by the Payment Card Indu... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Remove The "Stress" From Removal Defense: Practice Before The Federal Immigration Courts

    Immigration law is increasingly dynamic and the policies and procedures of the court are similarly volatile, making practicing before federal immigration courts (EOIR) incredibly stressful. This CLE course will review the major procedural transformation in the court since COVID-19 and explain how to successfully navigate all aspects of the proceedings. More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Successful Negotiations in Presidential History

    “The Art of the Possible” is often used to describe negotiations. This CLE course will be presented within the context of US presidential history to analyze both successful and failed negotiations and what we can learn from them. The course will cover basic principles of negotiation and the changes that resulted from World War II, negotiations surrounding the civil rights movements and war and peace on a national and international scale. The course will also address the role of America... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Legal Liability of The Cruise Industry for COVID-19 Related Injuries and Deaths of Passengers and Crew

    Suits by passengers against cruise lines have risen dramatically recently as many are related to damages from the COVID-19 pandemic. This CLE course will examine these cases as well as ship-owner liability to crews under the general principles governing Maritime Law and the Jones Act. The course will pay particular attention to claims for emotional distress in circumstances where passengers were exposed to the virus and then quarantined regardless of the fact that they had not contract... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Maritime Law: Personal Injury and Property Damage in Small Boat Cases

    Maritime law is a wide and complex subject area. This CLE course will assist non-maritime lawyers grasp the legal issues so as to properly advise clients. The course will assess property damage cases, such as when a towboat hits a pier, and personal injury cases, such as when someone was standing on the pier when the tugboat hit, within the context of maritime law. The course will address underlying theories related to comparative fault, liability, personification of the vessel and in rem liab... More Info

    $55
    2General Credits
  • Lost in Translation The Pitfalls of Obtaining Testimony Across Boundaries of Language, Culture and Class

    Obtaining testimony relies on one’s ability to interpret information, and then accurately convey it to others. It is more art than science and much can get lost in translation, even when all parties are speaking the same language. This CLE course will explain the limitations and potential pitfalls that witness testimony may encounter in our judicial system and will highlight the most important strategies to ensure a successful outcome. More Info

    $107
    3.75General Credits
  • The Regulation of Private and Foreign Funds in the Age of Cryptocurrency

    Cryptocurrency has transformed the way we think about investing. This CLE course will offer a comprehensive overview of the regulatory system as it applies to private and foreign investment funds and how it has been dramatically altered by the rise in cryptocurrency. The course will open with a historical overview of applicable regulation including the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Company Act, the Investment Advisers Act, the Dodd-Frank Ac... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Transfer Pricing for Multinationals: Practical Insights for Attorneys

    Amongst the many challenging tax issues facing multinational companies today, transfer pricing is by far the most contentious and the most expensive. Faced with the competing requirements of the IRS and international tax authorities, many companies are struggling to navigate the issue. This informative CLE course will explain how attorneys can practically and properly identify and assess client global transfer pricing issues. The course will review the requirements of Section 6662 docu... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • International Joint Ventures: Problems, Solutions and Approaches

    The legal issues surrounding cross-border joint ventures (JVs) can be somewhat complex. This CLE course will address all the basics such as purpose, management, governance and capital contributions. The course will also cover veto rights, profit distributions, transfer restrictions, minority protections and dispute resolution specifically within the context of international or cross-border ventures which means that cultural and foreign law issues, international taxation, profit repatri... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Navigating Native American Legal Issues

    This CLE course will explore the early influence of disparate classification of Native American cultures as well as how those classifications have impacted Native American interactions, jurisdictions and economics. The course will explain the legal issues still pressing as soon in McGirt v. Oklahoma, the constitutional issues raised in Brackeen v. Barnhardt, voting rights disenfranchisement and suggestions of eliminating sovereignty. The course will explain how these issues are stuntin... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Immigration Court Practice, Litigation, and Procedure

    After 20 years in the field, having worked through 4 different presidential administrations, veteran of immigration law, deportation and removal defense litigation Rahul Manchanda of famed Wall Street law firm Manchanda Law Office PLLC is one of few individuals with the skills and knowledge to guide you through this legal area. In this CLE course he will take you inside the super sub-specialty of Immigration and Deportation defense litigation and trial in situations when opposing coun... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Green Cards, Visas, & Naturalization During Covid-19 - Oh, My!

    Employment-based green card and visa categories, as well as the recent Executive Orders issues by President Trump, are just some of the areas being impacted by COVID-19. This CLE course will cover this area with a focus on EB-1, EB-2 NIW and PERM-based green cards. Employment-based visas not impacted by the Executive orders, specifically E,O,P,R, TV and J-1 visas will be explained and the process for obtaining approved petitions will be discussed. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • International Data Movement: Issue Spotting from Afar

    The movement of data is essential in today’s global economy. And with the speed and ease with which data changes hands, the legal issues involved in handling personal and client data is that much more sensitive and complex. This CLE course will address the issue through the identification of potential legal issues to assess when advising clients or businesses in the how, when and what data moves across the world. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Introduction of Global Wine Laws

    There are laws governing almost every industry, even those we rarely view as being legally complicated. Wine, for example, its cultivation, production and even labeling is governed by strict rules that apply to the various countries wherein wine is produced. This CLE course will explain the purpose of these laws and how they are tied to consumer protection laws and a customer’s ability to ascertain the wine’s region of origin, grape varietals and quality. The course will explain the national r... More Info

    $55
    1.75General Credits
  • International Taxation: Introduction to U.S. Transfer Pricing, Part I

    US Transfer Pricing has long history in the US both from the regulatory and statutory perspectives. This CLE course will explore this history as well as the overall concepts that guide the US transfer pricing between the IRS and taxpayers and the IRS and government with whom we maintain tax treaties. The course will include explanations of the various concepts including the arm’s length standard, control, best method rule, formulary apportionment, comparability and reliability. The course will... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • International Taxation: Introduction to U.S. Transfer Pricing, Part II

    The statutory and regulatory history of US price controlled transactions between controlled taxpayers involving intangible property is a fascinating field of study. This CLE course will explore this issue as well as the new provisions signed into law by the Tax Cuts & Jobs Act. The course will explain the concepts surrounding intangible property that inform the US transfer pricing between the IRS and taxpayers and the IRS and outside government with whom we maintain tax treaties including comm... More Info

    $55
    1.75General Credits
  • Immigration 101: Cancellation of Removal

    The removal process is one of the methods of acquiring a Green Card. This CLE course will explain this process and its various elements as well as the time period required for acquisition. The course will also offer a comprehensive overview on the types of fraud that exist in the immigration industry, how to recognize fraud in the system and avoid being victimized. More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • International Income and Estate Tax Planning

    Using real life scenarios from specific case studies, this comprehensive CLE course covers estate tax planning and an explanation of the considerable differences between estate tax exclusions for US citizens as opposed to non-residents. The course will review the critical nature of planning for NRA investors and will advise on the best structures to use in those cases. The presenters will also present the dream inheritance and how to plan for US residents and resident heirs of NRA’s. The appli... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Legal Issues Related to Launching a Global Advertising Campaign

    Beyond the rules and regulations for advertising campaigns on a national scale, global campaigns fall under an entirely different framework. This CLE course will address topics related to global campaigns including the use of influencers, how to conduct sweepstakes and contests and launching social media campaigns. Tips and strategies for working with local counsel in multiple countries will all be presented. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Thinking about IP Rights in Social Media Marketing & other Global Campaigns

    Presented by a panel of lawyers representing six countries, this CLE course provides a thorough review of issues related to trademark, copyright and publicity issue rights as they apply to social media and internet ad campaigns on a global scale, The course will present the application of jurisdiction in online campaigns as well as requests for consent in user-generated content. whether it is permissible to require contest entrants to relinquish their rights will also be discussed. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • 99 Years & Counting: Genocide, Human Rights, Cyber Terrorism, and International Crimes

    At the young age of 27, Benjamin Ferencz was assigned what would be the pivotal case of his career, and a turning point in the international legal system – the Nuremberg Trials – where as Chief Prosecutor he successfully convicted 22 Nazi defendants for their participation in the murder of millions of victims during World War II. In this riveting CLE course, Ferencz celebrates his 100th birthday and a lifetime of devotion to the international criminal justice system, while looking at the evoluti... More Info

    $81
    2.5General Credits
  • Asset Protection Planning

    Minimizing a client’s exposure to risk in advance of a risk presenting itself is a key role for any attorney. Asset protection is just one method of doing so. This CLE course will present planning strategies and solutions whether with business entities, or domestic and foreign trusts. The course will explain how to properly structure asset protection to shield clients using protective measures which anticipate potential issues. Potential protection structures, creditor solutions and issues relat... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Managing and Valuing Tangible Personal Property in Estates

    This CLE course will provide a comprehensive overview of the management and valuation of tangible personal property in trusts and estates. The course will define the scope of what property entails and explain how appraisals are conducted and their purposes, factors affecting valuation, authenticity, title, provenance and material regulation, determining qualified appraisers including those approved by IRS standards, the function of IRS Art Advisory Panels, and fractional interest. The course w... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • International Taxation: A Primer for Business and Immigration Lawyers

    Taxation related to overseas investment in an ever-evolving legal issue. This CLE course will explain inbound taxation – foreigners investing or doing business in the US – as well as the applicable income taxes and ownership structures for non-resident aliens. The course will also cover pre-immigration planning, FIRPTA and the various changes to international taxation as a result of the new tax act. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Basic Principles of Liability for Personal Injury or Death of Passenger on an International Flight

    With a focus on the basic principles of liability for personal injury or death of a passenger on an international flight, Christopher B. Kende, Cozen O’Connor Member and Adjunct Professor of Transportation and Maritime Law at Brooklyn Law School, will offer an overview of treaties and agreements as they relate to international air carrier liability. Following the Montreal Convention, the course will review liability requirements, applicable terms, damages and potential liability defenses. The co... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Recollections of the Last Surviving Prosecutor: 70 Years Since Nuremberg

    The trial of the century presented by the courtroom’s lead prosecutor, Benjamin Ferencz, Chief Prosecutor for the United States in the infamous Nuremberg Trials, will lead this compelling CLE course on the trial’s juxtaposition with the creation of the UN and the global conflict over the prosecution of crimes of aggression. The course will cover a detailed overview of the trials themselves, their role in the evolution of international criminal law over the past 70 years and their relationship to... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Immigration Law: Hot Topics & Survey For The General Practitioner

    Immigration is one of the most controversial topics in the US today. And while a pivotal issue in the last presidential campaign, immigration policy in the US is actually set by Congress, with only the issue of refugees determined by the President, and is implemented by the granting or denial of visas, of which there are two types. Non-immigrant visas are typically issued to tourists and travelers visiting for temporary business purposes and do not generally provide their holders with the opt... More Info

    $55
    1.75General Credits
  • Advanced Tax Planning Techniques

    This CLE presentation will cover creative, cutting-edge tax planning techniques currently used by leading tax professionals. The discussion will include a number of sophisticated and contemporary planning strategies drawing on various partnership, real estate, corporate, international, individual and estate tax rules. In addition, we will touch on common tax planning obstacles, including judicial doctrines and disclosure rules, and will focus on planning techniques and structures. More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Tax Aspects of International Estate Planning

    The United States is known as one of the greatest financial and tax havens on the globe. Not only do international investors benefit from the investment opportunities in real estate and other assets in the US, but US-based investors spread their wealth by capitalizing on opportunities in countries across the world. This CLE course will provide an understanding of the related tax issues to estate planning, including benefits and potential pitfalls in the realm of international investment. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Domestic and International Cross Border Practice of Law

    The issue of borders, whether national or foreign, is not relegated to politics or trade. In fact, legal jurisdiction may arise in a wide variety of court cases, some typical, others not so, and it’s imperative for attorneys to understand the ramifications when a case falls outside the jurisdiction where they are licensed. This CLE course will present a number of scenarios where cross border complications may arise and provide strategies on how to address and resolve these issues. More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Employment Eligibility Verification: Form I-9 Compliance

    This CLE course is designed to provide a general overview of employer obligation to verify employment eligibility, document review and retention requirements. The course will explain when and how to complete Form I-9, use of eVerify and strategies every employer should know to avoid discrimination claims. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • U.S. Immigration and Nationality Law: A Guide to the International Student Client

    International students studying in the US, whether it was their intent from the start or not, will often seek to stay as permanent residents. This CLE course, designed specifically for practitioners guiding international students while in school and post-graduation, will explain issues relating to how to maintain student status, options for employment authorization for F-1 students upon graduation, non-immigrant categories for students wishing to extend their stay and the process for becoming a... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • What Every Lawyer Should Know About Immigration: An Overview of U.S. Immigration Law

    With the number of potential immigrants swelling and millions being drawn to our borders, a fully-informed understanding of US immigration policy is critical for every attorney. This comprehensive CLE course will offer an overview of US immigration law and include a discussion of non-immigrant/temporary visas and the process for acquiring lawful, permanent resident status. The course will explain the requirements for citizenship eligibility, employer compliance and sanctions and the anti-discrim... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • The Legacy of Nuremberg: Benjamin Ferencz Examines the Current State of International Criminal Law

    The Nuremberg Trials, deemed the “biggest murder trial in history,” was not the first tribunal to debate the legalities of warfare, but it may be the most far-reaching. Prosecuting twenty-two defendants charged with the murder of over a million people, Chief Prosecutor Benjamin Ferencz established a legal precedent that gave rise to an international criminal court and world better prepared for the protection of human rights. In this riveting CLE course, Benjamin Ferencz presents the case from th... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Chinese Investment in U.S. Real Estate

    Chinese nationals seeking safe investment opportunities abroad have begun flocking to the US property market. The legal issues associated with issues such as taxes, corporate formation, transfer of funds, reporting and disclosure requirements, immigration and national security are all affected by this practice. This CLE will review all of these issues as well as examine legal strategies to avoid problems post-acquisition by addressing these issues proactively. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Accommodating Non-U.S. Investors: Structuring Real Estate and Other Fund Investments to Minimize U.S. Tax Impacts

    This CLE course will explain the process by which both hedge funds and private equity funds may minimize the tax burden for non-US investors. Presented by Michelle Itri and David Schulder, tax attorneys at Tannenbaum Helbern as well as RSM US LLP’s International Tax Principal Max Strimber, the course will focus on legal avenues to avoid US tax filing obligations on what is called effectively connected income. The term typically applies to an investment made by a non-US citizen in US real estate,... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Banking Law for the General Practitioner

    Designed for general practitioners and all practice specialties, this CLE course will provide a general overview of US banking law with the goal of familiarizing attorneys with the US banking systems and all its complexities. The course will explain how banks are formed, permissible activities, applicable regulations and statutes, and the latest reform efforts. The course’s comprehensive materials provide a valuable legal banking resource for future use. More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Litigating International Child Kidnapping Cases Under the Hague Convention

    Offered for the purpose of educating attorneys who are interested in representing clients in federal and state court using the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, and the implementing legislation, known as the International Child Abduction Remedies Act, this riveting CLE course explain the special rules that have been formed by the treaty to put the US in sync with fellow partners in dealing with issues related to international parental kidnapping. The course... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Global Advertising: Advertising Law in Brazil

    Online marketing has erased national borders as campaigns must appeal to a broader, international target audience. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will explain the rules governing global advertising particularly in Brazil, with a special focus on issues related to social media. More Info

    $29
    0.75General Credit
  • Legal Issues Relating to the Purchase and Sale of Art

    The purchase of artwork has its own set of legal requirements and may be far more complex than a novice would suspect. This CLE course will explain the process and requirements for purchasing a piece of art including conditions inspections, proof of provenance, and UCC-1 filing. The course will explain contractual issues and debtor liens as they relate to artwork purchases and review the differentiation between sales and consignments, how to conduct proper due diligence and protect against or fi... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • Hot Topics in Advertising Law in the Netherlands

    Online marketing has erased national borders as campaigns must appeal to a broader, international target audience. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will explain the rules governing global advertising particularly in the Netherlands, with a special focus on issues related to social media. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • A Legal Guide to Introducing International Products and Services to the U.S. Market

    There seems to be no limit to the products people will buy or the services they will employ. In fact, bringing your product or service to US market in a way that creates demand is much more complicated than it appears. This CLE course will explain how to devise a careful, and well thought-out strategy for introducing a product or service to the US market. The course will explain how to choose a successful distribution model, cost-effectively maximize intellectual property protection and account... More Info

    $55
    2General Credits
  • Global Advertising: Advertising Law in Canada

    Online marketing has erased national borders as campaigns must appeal to a broader, international target audience. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will explain the rules governing global advertising particularly in Canada, with a special focus on issues related to social media. More Info

    $29
    0.75General Credit
  • Global Advertising: Advertising Law in Mexico

    Online marketing has erased national borders as campaigns must appeal to a broader, international target audience. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will explain the rules governing global advertising particularly in Mexico, with a special focus on issues related to social media. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • The Montreal Convention: Rules and Regulations that Govern and Affect Most International Flights

    The Montreal Convention, which came into effect in 2003, governs all international travel, whether of “persons, baggage or cargo.” Included in this provision are also some of the more notable international crashes and so it is somewhat surprising how few attorneys are well-versed in its provisions. Given its impact on the rights of carriers and passengers aboard international flights, understanding the provisions of the convention are essential to any potential claim. This CLE course will revie... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Heckerling Nuggets: Grantor Trusts, The Quest for Basis, and More!

    An analysis of the shift towards Basis Step-Up Planning, the effectiveness of DAPTs, NINGs and DINGs, and a guide to the QTIP Division Technique are just some of the tax and non-tax issues discussed at this year’s University of Miami Heckerling Institute. But if you missed it, there’s still time to catch up on all the recent developments and strategies discussed at the industry’s leading annual event in this comprehensive CLE course. In addition to the above, the course will explain the latest t... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Legal Processes and Issues Surrounding China-U.S. Foreign Direct Investment

    A tremendous increase in China’s economic growth and political clout has made it an attractive investment opportunity. This CLE course will offer a comprehensive overview of the many advantages and risks of foreign investment in China, as well the legal issues and processes that must be undertaken. The course will also advise on issues and requirements for companies in China who endeavor to invest in the US. The course will explain the legal challenges, investment processes, the variety of appli... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Hot Topics in Advertising Law and Intellectual Property Issues in Venezuela and Latin America

    The globalization of the marketplace is due to many factors, but the internet and social media are probably the most significant. It has expanded the borders of advertising and marketing beyond what was thought possible. As such, companies can now reach a vastly greater number of consumers across the world. This CLE course, co-sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will review advertising and intellectual property issues specifically as they pertain to Venezuela and Latin Americ... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Introduction to Art Law

    The growing legal complexities surrounding all fields and industries has led to entire bodies of laws that refer to one specific area. One of these is Art Law, a body of law that refers to the complex system governing the creation, ownership and sale of art. Art Law covers a variety of disciplines and applies to everyone from artists, sellers, donors and non-profit organizations to private collectors, museums and galleries. This CLE course will review the legal fundamentals underlying the indust... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Issues Arising in Arbitration

    Arbitration inhabits a fascinating place in the legal system. A means to settle disputes outside the courtroom, the decisions handed down in arbitration are still legally binding and though the drama unfolds without the backdrop of the legal system, its procedures are still bound by law. This CLE course, presented by a seasoned arbitrator with 20 years’ experience in the field, will explain the various issues that may, and often do, arise in arbitration such as determining who selects the partie... More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Global Advertising: Advertising Law in the UK

    The globalization of marketing took a giant leap forward with the prominence of web-based advertising tools. This has not only resulted in a complete overhaul of the types of advertising campaigns launched, but how those campaigns reach the various markets, particularly those outside the US, such as the United Kingdom. This CLE course, co sponsored by the Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance, will offer a comprehensive review of the rules which govern marketing and advertising to global consumers... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Non-U.S. Bank Operations in the United States

    As the world has gone global, there is an increasing number of foreign banks operating within the US and the rules and regulations that govern these institutions may differ drastically from national banks. This CLE course will explain these banking procedures and review: Process for Entry ? Activities and Powers ? Regulatory and Enforcement Issues ? Exiting ? Changes as a result of 2010 Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act More Info

    $29
    1.25General Credits
  • Outbound and Inbound Taxation: An Overview of U.S. Tax Law

    International finance has been around since the days of the ancient spice routes, but the complexities of doing business abroad have grown exponentially. This CLE course reviews the tax consequence from both ends of the transaction—Americans doing business abroad and foreigners bringing their business to the US. The course will pay particular attention to structuring options for all types of transactions including that for ownership of real estate and cross - border joint ventures. The... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Foreign Investments in U.S. Real Estate: A Legal Guide

    Essential to any foreign real estate investment strategy is a thorough understanding of the relevant tax applications. This CLE course offers a forward-thinking look at tax planning practices for foreign investors and the taxes that apply to income, real estate, the gift tax and branch tax. The course will outline the advantages and disadvantages of various tax entities, the opportunities available and the basis for the income vs. estate tax dilemma. More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • United States Taxation of Foreign Investors: A Legal Guide

    The effects of globalization can be felt in all sectors of society and the legal ramifications are manifold. This is especially true with regards to the taxes that are applicable to foreign investors. This CLE course will explain the parameters that define a foreign investor and its application to various statuses of citizenship with regards to taxation as well as types of investor taxation, taxes on corporations and exemptions. The course will also explain the effect of bilateral treaties, an... More Info

    $55
    1.5General Credits
  • US Tax Benefits of Exporting: An Attorneys' Guide to IC-DISC

    The increasing competition of the global economy and comparatively low wages in other countries has led to an increased effort to boost the sales of American exports. That effort is clearly demonstrated by the tax deductions available to US exporters. This CLE course will offer attorneys a review of the various benefits of exports and strategies for taking advantage of reductions. The course will also explain applicable rules and regulations. A focus of the course is export tax with regards to... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • Going Global: A Lawyers Guide to Emerging Markets

    As technology continues to shrink the world we live in, it becomes more and more advantageous for companies to internationalize their business. It’s a move that may have tremendous financial advantages, but is not without risk. Presented by leading international lawyer, Mark Meyer in his trademark dynamic and entertaining style, this CLE course will present the potential opportunities and challenges of expanding into emerging markets. The course will offer a strategic guideline for managing such... More Info

    $29
    1General Credit
  • The Supreme International Crime: Benjamin Ferencz Presents A Legal History from Nuremberg to Kampala

    The groundbreaking trials at Nuremberg changed our perception of international criminal law. In this riveting CLE course, Benjamin Ferencz, who as Chief Prosecutor for the United States convicted twenty two defendants for the murder of victims of the Holocaust, explains how the United Nations was created in conjunction with the development of our understanding of legal action against crimes of aggressions. Mr. Ferencz explains the relevance to the international criminal justice system of today a... More Info

    $55
    1.75General Credits
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