CLE compliance deadlines are approaching, and Fenwick’s got you covered. Join us for our annual virtual CLE Speaker Series, where you’ll earn MCLE credit and get a front-row seat to the latest legal updates and insights in dynamic practice areas from Fenwick’s lawyers.
Pick and choose from over a dozen programs specifically curated for our network’s in-house attorneys, general counsel, and business professionals covering various practice areas, timely updates from Fenwick lawyers, and including specialty programs on ethics and bias.
CREDIT INFORMATION
Please note that MCLE credit applies for CA participatory credit and will be applied to Washington however approval is not guaranteed. Reciprocal credit is available in New York based on California (attorneys must maintain the program materials). Unless otherwise noted, all events are led by Fenwick lawyers and are 60-90 minutes in length. Please reach out to our MCLE team with questions.
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John Steele, Partner, Steele LLP
Description: The presentation will cover recent developments in California’s ethics rules and the law that governs lawyers.
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John Steele, Partner, Steele LLP
Description: The presentation will cover recent developments in California’s ethics rules and the law that governs lawyers.
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Description: In this session, Fenwick’s Employment group will host a 90-minute discussion of the legal developments and emerging trends that shaped 2024, and then hear about the compliance recommendations, practical takeaways, and perspective on what is likely to come in 2025 and beyond.
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Description: In this session, Fenwick’s Employment group will host a 90-minute discussion of the legal developments and emerging trends that shaped 2024, and then hear about the compliance recommendations, practical takeaways, and perspective on what is likely to come in 2025 and beyond.
This session offers practical guidance on recognizing and addressing mental health and substance use issues in a law firm. It covers warning signs, stigma, and how to support colleagues, with tips on active listening and building a well-being plan. Attendees will learn to protect their own and others' mental health at work.
Presenter: Patrick Krill, Principal and Founder of Krill Strategies
Description: Have you ever thought that a colleague or someone on your team might be struggling, but you were unsure of what to look for or did not know how, when, or even if you should respond? If so, you are far from alone, and this engaging presentation will provide you with useful insights and practical guidance to help you build competence and comfort with the topics of mental health and well-being in a law firm environment.
Drawing upon the latest research on mental health in the legal profession and his own deep experience in helping lawyers overcome mental health and substance use problems, Patrick will provide helpful guidance and practical tips that will better equip you to protect the mental health and well-being of yourself and those around you.
Topics covered in a 60-minute presentation:
• A brief discussion of the latest research on mental health and well-being in the legal profession
• Potential costs of struggling or impaired lawyers
• Distinguishing illness from impairment
• Challenging stigma and dispelling myths about mental health
• Common warning signs of mental health distress and substance misuse
• Reasons why we often miss or overlook warning signs
• Practical “dos and don’ts” for approaching a colleague about whom you are concerned
• The basics of active listening
• Understanding the benefits and role of treatment and therapy
• Evaluating your current state of well-being and making incremental improvements
• Tips and instructions for building a personal well-being plan
This session offers practical guidance on recognizing and addressing mental health and substance use issues in a law firm. It covers warning signs, stigma, and how to support colleagues, with tips on active listening and building a well-being plan. Attendees will learn to protect their own and others' mental health at work.
Presenter: Patrick Krill, Principal and Founder of Krill Strategies
Description: Have you ever thought that a colleague or someone on your team might be struggling, but you were unsure of what to look for or did not know how, when, or even if you should respond? If so, you are far from alone, and this engaging presentation will provide you with useful insights and practical guidance to help you build competence and comfort with the topics of mental health and well-being in a law firm environment.
Drawing upon the latest research on mental health in the legal profession and his own deep experience in helping lawyers overcome mental health and substance use problems, Patrick will provide helpful guidance and practical tips that will better equip you to protect the mental health and well-being of yourself and those around you.
Topics covered in a 60-minute presentation:
• A brief discussion of the latest research on mental health and well-being in the legal profession
• Potential costs of struggling or impaired lawyers
• Distinguishing illness from impairment
• Challenging stigma and dispelling myths about mental health
• Common warning signs of mental health distress and substance misuse
• Reasons why we often miss or overlook warning signs
• Practical “dos and don’ts” for approaching a colleague about whom you are concerned
• The basics of active listening
• Understanding the benefits and role of treatment and therapy
• Evaluating your current state of well-being and making incremental improvements
• Tips and instructions for building a personal well-being plan
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Description: In this session, we will provide an overview of the current data privacy landscape and an update on recent developments, trends and case law, as well as practical guidance and tips for companies to consider in 2025.
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Description: In this session, we will provide an overview of the current data privacy landscape and an update on recent developments, trends and case law, as well as practical guidance and tips for companies to consider in 2025.
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Description: In this session, we will discuss the most significant developments in DOJ and SEC enforcement matters over the past year and what businesses can expect in 2025. This program will cover emerging enforcement trends, high-profile cases, and regulatory changes that could impact companies across various industries. Our expert panel will provide insights into navigating these investigations and preparing for the evolving compliance landscape.
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Description: In this session, we will discuss the most significant developments in DOJ and SEC enforcement matters over the past year and what businesses can expect in 2025. This program will cover emerging enforcement trends, high-profile cases, and regulatory changes that could impact companies across various industries. Our expert panel will provide insights into navigating these investigations and preparing for the evolving compliance landscape.
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Description: Subscriptions are not new – who used to pay a monthly fee (after free trial) for cassette tapes mailed to them every month or had a magazine subscription (also, usually with a free trial)? What is new is how to make those offers to consumers in a digital environment, be that a streaming video service or a monthly video game battle pass. After completing this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the current legal framework for implementing a subscription program in digital entertainment;
- Be prepared for changes to the law coming into effect on July 1, 2025;
- Be able to identify potential dark patterns as they apply to recurring revenue-generation strategies; and
- Counsel their clients on how to implement recurring revenue generation strategies to minimize litigation or enforcement risk.
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Description: Subscriptions are not new – who used to pay a monthly fee (after free trial) for cassette tapes mailed to them every month or had a magazine subscription (also, usually with a free trial)? What is new is how to make those offers to consumers in a digital environment, be that a streaming video service or a monthly video game battle pass. After completing this session, participants will be able to:
- Understand the current legal framework for implementing a subscription program in digital entertainment;
- Be prepared for changes to the law coming into effect on July 1, 2025;
- Be able to identify potential dark patterns as they apply to recurring revenue-generation strategies; and
- Counsel their clients on how to implement recurring revenue generation strategies to minimize litigation or enforcement risk.
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Description: The program will offer critical insights and recommendations for those considering a sell-side transaction within the defense industry. This session will focus on unique challenges that arise in defense M&A, including managing government contract obligations and addressing intellectual property considerations before, during and after the sale process. Our experienced practitioners will provide practical guidance and strategies to help in-house counsel and deal teams anticipate and mitigate key risks with defense deals.
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Description: The program will offer critical insights and recommendations for those considering a sell-side transaction within the defense industry. This session will focus on unique challenges that arise in defense M&A, including managing government contract obligations and addressing intellectual property considerations before, during and after the sale process. Our experienced practitioners will provide practical guidance and strategies to help in-house counsel and deal teams anticipate and mitigate key risks with defense deals.
Presenter:
John Steele, Partner, Steele LLP
Description: The presentation will cover recent developments in the ethics rules and the law that governs lawyers for intellectual property lawyers.
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John Steele, Partner, Steele LLP
Description: The presentation will cover recent developments in the ethics rules and the law that governs lawyers for intellectual property lawyers.
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Description: In this session, we’ll discuss how both the challenges and the opportunities presented by AI interact with existing attorney ethical and legal responsibilities as well as new ethical standards that have been recently proposed. In this session, we’ll discuss how both the challenges and the opportunities presented by AI interact with existing attorney ethical and legal responsibilities as well as new ethical standards that have been recently proposed.
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Description: In this session, we’ll discuss how both the challenges and the opportunities presented by AI interact with existing attorney ethical and legal responsibilities as well as new ethical standards that have been recently proposed. In this session, we’ll discuss how both the challenges and the opportunities presented by AI interact with existing attorney ethical and legal responsibilities as well as new ethical standards that have been recently proposed.
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Description: In today’s dynamic landscape, life sciences M&A activity continues to surge, driven by innovation, regulatory shifts, and strategic growth opportunities. Join us for a comprehensive webinar exploring the complexities of these deal structures, including insights on regulatory and antitrust issues that can impact transactions in this space. We’ll also discuss the implications of recent earnout litigation—including the latest rulings from the Delaware Chancery Court—and provide practical guidance for in-house counsel and deal teams navigating these high-stakes areas.
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Description: In today’s dynamic landscape, life sciences M&A activity continues to surge, driven by innovation, regulatory shifts, and strategic growth opportunities. Join us for a comprehensive webinar exploring the complexities of these deal structures, including insights on regulatory and antitrust issues that can impact transactions in this space. We’ll also discuss the implications of recent earnout litigation—including the latest rulings from the Delaware Chancery Court—and provide practical guidance for in-house counsel and deal teams navigating these high-stakes areas.
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Description: In this session, we’ll dive into the future of game development and how AI tools may be used to assist in generating various game elements from music and sound effects to storytelling and automated modeling. With these new tools come complicated new IP issues. This session will examine the legal complexities surrounding the use of generative AI in video game content, IP ownership and copyright, and the state of indemnities, including the potential for disputes over copyright and the implications for player agency in-game elements.
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Description: In this session, we’ll dive into the future of game development and how AI tools may be used to assist in generating various game elements from music and sound effects to storytelling and automated modeling. With these new tools come complicated new IP issues. This session will examine the legal complexities surrounding the use of generative AI in video game content, IP ownership and copyright, and the state of indemnities, including the potential for disputes over copyright and the implications for player agency in-game elements.
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Description: In this session, we’ll be discussing the events that took place in securities litigation, corporate/statutory developments and SEC rulemaking during 2024 and provide insight into anticipated trends.
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Description: In this session, we’ll be discussing the events that took place in securities litigation, corporate/statutory developments and SEC rulemaking during 2024 and provide insight into anticipated trends.
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Description: In this session, we’ll discuss the regulations governing sweepstakes, contests, and promotions, associated risks, and legal pitfalls to consider during the planning and execution process.
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Description: In this session, we’ll discuss the regulations governing sweepstakes, contests, and promotions, associated risks, and legal pitfalls to consider during the planning and execution process.
Presenter:
Kimberly Norwood, Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law, Washington University in St. Louis
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Kimberly Norwood, Henry H. Oberschelp Professor of Law, Washington University in St. Louis
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Description: In this session, we will describe public sector channel partner enforcement priorities, partner compliance program best practices, whistleblower programs, and responses to investigations.
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Description: In this session, we will describe public sector channel partner enforcement priorities, partner compliance program best practices, whistleblower programs, and responses to investigations.
