This program is developed for attorneys who are new to the practice of business law, as well as for more experienced attorneys seeking an update on recent legal developments.
Sessions include overviews of entities, formation, and governance, plus valuable instruction in related areas like tax, employment, intellectual property and the Corporate Transparency Act.
Attendees also learn about the ethical considerations involved in a business transaction related to consultants, advisors, and the prevalence of AI, which helps further their practice of business law.
INCLUDED SESSIONS
- Legal Entity Choice
- Corporation Organization and Operations
- Basics of Employment Law
- Basics of Business Taxation
- Issue Spotting: Overview of Common Intellectual Property (IP) Issues for Non-IP Attorneys
- Merger and Acquisition Transactions
- The New Normal: Beneficial Ownership Reporting and Filing Obligations Under the Corporate Transparency Act
- Ethics for the Business Lawyer
DETAILS
In-Person Live
Thursday, October 24, 2024
8:25 AM–5:30 PM
AGENDA
View the full program agenda.
IN-PERSON LIVE LOCATION
North Carolina Bar Center, 8000 Weston Parkway, Cary
HOTEL INFORMATION
Contact hotels directly for reservations at the special NCBA room rate. Rates are based on availability and rooms may sell out.
Embassy Suites, 201 Harrison Oaks Boulevard, Cary
Nightly Rate: $174 single/double
Reservations: Reserve online or call 919.677.1840 (Corporate Account Code: 2691626)
TownePlace Suites by Marriott, 120 Sage Commons Way, Cary
Nightly Rate: $114 studio queen with sleeper sofa (Sunday–Thursday)
Reservations: 919.678.0005 (Ask for the NCBA corporate rate)
SPEAKERS
- Elizabeth R. Gift, Ogletree Deakins Nash Smoak & Stewart PC, Charlotte
- William S. "Will" Graebe, Lawyers Mutual Liability Insurance Company of NC, Cary
- Stephen F. Later, Robbins May & Rich LLP, Pinehurst
- Katie A. Lawson, The Law Office of Katie A. Lawson PLLC, Durham
- Douglas W. "Doug" Meier, NK Patent Law PLLC, Raleigh
- Brandy B. Milazzo, Ascension Law, Charlotte
- Andrew D. Steffensen, Schell Bray PLLC, Greensboro
- Jeffrey R. "Jeff" Wolfe, Schell Bray PLLC, Greensboro
PLANNED BY
NCBA Business Law Section
- Joseph T. Petrack, Boone (Planner)
- Elizabeth M. "Lizzie" Snow, Robbins May & Rich LLP, Pinehurst (Planner)
APPROVED CREDIT
North Carolina: 6.50 MCLE Hours
Includes
1.00 Ethics/Professional Responsibility
PROGRAM PRICING
See pricing below. Discounts may be available for NCBA members who are students, law professors, judges or legal services/public interest attorneys. Call CLE at 919.677.0561 for details.