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Superior Court Bench Meets Bar Conference - February 2006
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| This informative and practical audio program and course book covers current topics in Superior Court practice, including jury issues, oral v. written advocacy, firm and fair trial dates, what judges wish they had known as attorneys, and bench expectations in pre-trial conferences. Audio program and course book available only. DVD not available. |
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| Bankruptcy |
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New Bankruptcy Legislation: Explanation & Outlook - September 2005
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BBA Members - $235
Non Members - $285 |
This comprehensive material set includes the books from both the Business Amendments and Consumer Amendments CLE programs, together with the audio CDs from the following (one-hour) bankruptcy programs:
- Consumer Related Provisions
- Business Bankruptcy Provisions
- Financial Instruments and Cross Border Insolvencies
- Consumer Issues – Means Testing
- Attorney Provisions
- General Tax Provisions
- Issues Effecting the U.S. Trustee and Chapter 7 Trustees
- The Perspective of the Chapter 13 Trustees
- Consumer Issues – Pre-Filing Considerations
- Key Changes to Section 365 of the Bankruptcy Code
- Navigating the Means Testing Under the New Provisions of the Bankruptcy Code
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Bankruptcy Court Bench Meets Bar Conference - May 2006
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Bankruptcy judges and practitioners share insights, observations and analysis on key issues for 2006. Topics include: Sovereign Immunity – What’s left after Katz, Small Business Chapter 11 Cases, Consumer Bankruptcy Law: Cases and Issues under BAPCPA, and Section 363 Sales under BAPCPA
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| Business Law |
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Financing Technology-Leading Enterprises - October 2005
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This program addresses issues relevant to the current revival of investment in technology-leading enterprises. The seminar explores issues raised by various funding alternatives for businesses that are front-runners in their technological fields, focusing on the development, securing, licensing, assertion, investigation and disposition of intellectual property assets.
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Counseling the Board in Crisis – November 2005
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This advanced seminar examines crisis management methodologies employed by counsel in providing legal and strategic advice to Boards of Directors. The program also covers strategic considerations and legal principles applicable under different crisis situations. |
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Navigating Conflict Issues in Transactional and Litigation Matters – June 2006
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| Learn the tools you need to “issue spot” conflicts in transactional and litigation matters and offer practical tools to analyze those issues. This is not a basic primer on the Rules of Professional Conduct, but instead will address conflict “hotbeds”, and ways to prevent a conflict from arising. |
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| Criminal Law |
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Advanced Health Care Compliance Workshop – October 2005
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| This practical program, developed for experienced attorneys, includes advice on how to respond to a grand jury or HHS administrative subpoena, and discussion of related privilege and internal fact gathering issues. |
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White Collar Crime 2006 – February 2006
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This program addresses changes in the government’s approach to white collar investigations, together with issues arising from corporations’ increasing interest in cooperating with criminal, civil and regulatory inquiries. |
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| Environmental Law |
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Chapter 21E: Latest Developments - December 2005
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Learn about the recent issues concerning damages and attorneys’ fees, enforcement trends and priorities, and litigation involving LSPs. |
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Redeveloping Brownfields - May 2006
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Learn current trends and opportunities in this growing area of real estate and environmental practice. Key state and federal attorneys offer the government’s perspective on cleanups and statutory liability in addition to real examples offered of current projects. |
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| Family Law |
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The Increasing Interplay Between Trust Law and Family Law - October 2005
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Learn how recent case law has influenced what consideration the court will give trusts, whether created by a party or family member to a divorce, when dividing a marital estate. |
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College Education and Family Law: Perspective of the Bench, Bar and College Admissions - March 2006
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This unique program reviews the increasing cost of college education and recent trends in specialized support, providing viewpoints from the bench, bar and college admissions.
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| Health Law |
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Advanced Health Care Compliance Workshop – October 2005
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| This practical program, developed for experienced attorneys, includes advice on how to respond to a grand jury or HHS administrative subpoena, and discussion of related privilege and internal fact gathering issues. |
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Health Law Legislation Update 2006 - April 2006
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Get the latest information from key state regulators and legislators about the status of legislation and policy and how it will affect your clients’ interest. |
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Medicare Part D - May 2006
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Learn how to navigate the requirements of the Medicare Part D Program. |
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| Intellectual Property Law |
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Financing Technology-Leading Enterprises - October 2005
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| This program addresses issues relevant to the current revival of investment in technology-leading enterprises. The seminar explores issues raised by various funding alternatives for businesses that are front-runners in their technological fields, focusing on the development, securing, licensing, assertion, investigation and disposition of intellectual property assets. |
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Intellectual Property Year in Review - January 2006
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Learn what you need to know about the most important intellectual property cases and legislation of 2005. This popular, entertaining program offers insight that is straight and to-the-point. |
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New Developments in Open Source Licensing – March 2006
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| In today’s technological environment, almost every company is confronted with issues regarding the use of “open source” software. This program addresses the intellectual property risks associated with open source materials, as well as offering a business perspective that will help you advise your clients on strategic and financial decisions, and whether and/or how to manage their software development. |
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Hot Topics in Arts, Entertainment & Sport – May 2006
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| This unique and timely program will explore the latest developments in publishing, new media, television and film, and sports. The experienced and high profile panel will bring you up-to-date on recent cases, pending legislation and other legal issues currently being addressed or monitored by them in their respective fields. |
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| Labor & Employment Law |
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Labor Law Basics 2005 – November 2005
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| This program provides an overview of the relevant federal and state statutes and will culminate with audience participation in the analysis of a hypothetical union grievance, challenging an employer’s decision to discipline an employee. |
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Understanding and Implementing New Internal Revenue Code Section 409A - April 2006
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This program provides an overview of the Section 409A requirements as well as an in-depth examination of its far-reaching impact. Speakers offer practical advice on how to restructure various deferred compensation arrangements to ensure compliance with the new provisions. |
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Spotlight on Employment Law: Cutting Edge Issues in Litigation - June 2006
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This timely program explores critical topics in employment law surfacing around the nation. It addresses cutting edges issues currently the subject of widespread litigation, and provide you with skills and substantive knowledge to help you best advise your clients (both employees and employers). |
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| Litigation |
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Civil Discovery in Massachusetts: Developments 2005 - November 2005
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This program provides an update on civil discovery practice in the Massachusetts state courts, including a review of changes in the rules, the new civil Time Standards, and recent decisions interpreting the Massachusetts discovery rules – a valuable resource. |
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Kelo v. New London: What It Means for Massachusetts – November 2005
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| Following the controversial Supreme Court decision in Kelo vs. New London, which sanctioned the right of the government to take private property by eminent domain for economic development, this program explores its impact for attorneys practicing in Massachusetts. |
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Superior Court Bench Meets Bar Conference - February 2006
Order by Fax or Mail |
This informative and practical audio program and course book covers current topics in Superior Court practice, including jury issues, oral v. written advocacy, firm and fair trial dates, what judges wish they had known as attorneys, and bench expectations in pre-trial conferences. Audio program available only. |
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The Construction Process: 360° View - June 2006
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This program provides a “nuts and bolts” overview of the construction process from the perspectives of an experienced developer, lender, lender’s consultant and counsel to a lender. The panel offers valuable insight into what makes a construction project successful, from the viewpoint of each party. |
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Navigating Conflict Issues in Transactional and Litigation Matters – June 2006
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| Learn the tools you need to “issue spot” conflicts in transactional and litigation matters and offer practical tools to analyze those issues. This is not a basic primer on the Rules of Professional Conduct, but instead will address conflict “hotbeds”, and ways to prevent a conflict from arising. |
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| New Lawyers |
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Mistakes New Lawyers Make - December 2005
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Leaders of the bar talk about how NOT to mess up your practice or career during your firs years of practice. This program is about one hour and packed FULL of sincere practical advice. |
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| Real Estate |
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Kelo v. New London: What It Means for Massachusetts – November 2005
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| Following the controversial Supreme Court decision in Kelo vs. New London, which sanctioned the right of the government to take private property by eminent domain for economic development, this program explores its impact for attorneys practicing in Massachusetts. |
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Operating Expenses: Surviving an Audit – November 2005
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| This advanced, hands-on seminar provides a comprehensive look at “Operating Expenses” – beginning in the drafting stage, through the negotiation process and, finally, looking at the rights of the parties in connection with an audit and possible formal legal action. |
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Affordable Housing Deals: What Makes Them Unique - February 2006
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This excellent resource, a must-have for any attorney involved with affordable housing deals will help you to achieve efficient and effective closings of affordable housing deals. Topics covered include coordinating deals, due diligence issues, affordability restrictions and master intercreditor and subordination agreements. |
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Real Estate Financing Topics We All Avoid - May 2006
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This program provides insight and guidance on some of the common pitfalls and “traps for the unwary” that lawyers sometimes ignore at their own peril when negotiating and closing real estate loans. Topics addressed include: insurance, title insurance, bankruptcy and mechanic’s liens. |
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Redeveloping Brownfields - May 2006
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Learn current trends and opportunities in this growing area of real estate and environmental practice. Key state and federal attorneys offer the government’s perspective on cleanups and statutory liability in addition to real examples offered of current projects. |
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The Construction Process: 360° View - June 2006
Order by Fax or Mail |
| This program provides a “nuts and bolts” overview of the construction process from the perspectives of an experienced developer, lender, lender’s consultant and counsel to a lender. The panel offers valuable insight into what makes a construction project successful, from the viewpoint of each party. |
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| Solo & Small Firm |
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Creating a Lifetime of Referrals: A Practical Workshop - January 2006
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BBA Members - $90
Non Members - $120 |
A practical guide on how to successfully attract referral business. |
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| Tax |
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Understanding and Implementing New Internal Revenue Code Section 409A - April 2006
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| This program provides an overview of the Section 409A requirements as well as an in-depth examination of its far-reaching impact. Speakers offer practical advice on how to restructure various deferred compensation arrangements to ensure compliance with the new provisions. |
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Advanced Issues in Tax-Free Acquisitive Reorganizations - April 2006
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| Learn practical solutions to issues that arise in negotiating such transactions, and hear from government representatives offering insight into the IRS’s and Treasury’s views on current issues involved in tax-free reorganizations, including possible changes to IRS ruling positions and the status of pending projects. |
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| Massachusetts Tax Update: Annual Spotlight on Recent Developments - June 2006 |
| This seminar provides a comprehensive review of legislative changes, regulations and other administrative pronouncements, as well as new case law addressing Massachusetts tax issues since May, 2005. The program focuses on: Corporate Excise Taxes, Sales/Use Taxes, Personal Income Taxes, and Tax Procedure. |
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| Trusts & Estates |
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The Increasing Interplay Between Trust Law and Family Law - October 2005
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| Learn how recent case law has influenced what consideration the court will give trusts, whether created by a party or family member to a divorce, when dividing a marital estate. |
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Understanding the Massachusetts Principal and Income Act - December 2005
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This must-have resource provides a thorough overview of the new legislation governing principal and income allocations, as well as examining how its enactment will affect Trusts & Estates practice in Massachusetts. Coursebook and audio program available. DVD not available. |
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Fixing Broken Life Insurance Trusts - February 2006
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This program, designed for Trusts & Estates practitioners, to help identify and address problems that can arise in drafting and administering irrevocable life insurance trusts, including tax issues. |
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Trusts & Estates: Year in Review 2006 - June 2006
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| Learn the latest developments in federal tax law, local Massachusetts probate law, the recently enacted Uniform Principal and Income Act and proposed changes in the Homestead Act. |
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| Miscellaneous |
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Following the Rules: A Program Series on the Trickest Rules of the Trade
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BBA Members - $200
Non Members - $250 |
This unique program series was designed for practitioners who would like to refresh their skills or learn the hard-to-master, recurring issues, as well as for new attorneys who are becoming acquainted with the practice of law. The series of one-hour programs covers rules of evidence, federal court, civil procedures, criminal matters, board of bar overseers, probate court and appellate procedure. |
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Creating a Lifetime of Referrals: A Practical Workshop - January 2006
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BBA Members - $90
Non Members - $120 |
| A practical guide on how to successfully attract referral business. |
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Getting the Business you Want 2006 - April 2006
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| Price: $55 |
Learn the latest relationship management techniques to increase time spent serving the people who will help you develop the career you want. |
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Managing the Client Relationship - June 2006
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BBA Members - $55
Non Members - $85
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This program provides pragmatic advice to address the many issues, from ethical to practical, attorneys face when working with clients. The seminar and course materials cover the best practices for managing client relationships from initial contact through the conclusion of the case, including sample agreements. |
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