Fall Corporate Counsel

Corporate Counsel Fall Institute 

8:30am-9:30am 

Intellectual Property Basics 

This presentation will provide in-house counsel with an essential overview of intellectual property (IP) law, focusing on the key areas of trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. Attendees will learn about the fundamental concepts that distinguish each type of IP, their legal protections, and the process for securing and enforcing rights. We will discuss common pitfalls and strategies for advising your business on IP-related matters. 

Presenters:  

Caroline Marsili and Tara Norgard, Carlson Caspers 

9:30am-10:30am 

Arbitration Basics 

This CLE will introduce in-house counsel to the fundamentals of arbitration, highlighting its role as a key alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method. Participants will explore the arbitration process including selecting arbitrators and understanding the procedural rules. We will also discuss the enforceability of arbitration awards, common challenges, and the advantages and disadvantages compared to litigation. 

Presenter:  

Scott Rusert, Taft 

10:45am-11:45am 

Employment Law Basics 

Join us for a CLE focused on the essentials of employment law. This session will delve into critical topics such as employee rights, workplace discrimination, and other employment-related issues for in-house counsel. Attendees will gain practical insights into issue spotting potential employment pitfalls, advising their business on compliance, and navigating complex legal challenges. 

Presenter: 

Sara Lewenstein, Nilan Johnson Lewis 

11:45am-12:45pm 

Bankruptcy Basics 

What do you do when your company’s client or vendor files for bankruptcy?  Join us as Fredrikson & Byron bankruptcy shareholder, Steve Kinsella, provides a refresher on bankruptcy law basics including the differences between the different types of bankruptcies and the bankruptcy process.  We will also discuss the rights your company has against a bankrupt client or vendor.  Finally, Steve will provide practical steps that in-house counsel should take after receiving notice from a client that they have filed for bankruptcy. 

Presenter:  

Steve Kinsella, Fredrikson & Byron