New York CLE Course Catalog

A non-compete agreement is crucial for protecting a company’s trade secrets and other valuable assets from employees who leave the business. However, some organizations fail to include legitimate restrictions for employees’ conduct even after their employment ended, exposing them to risks. More so, the potential for misappropriation or theft of trade secrets. This underscores the need for businesses and their counsel to be well-versed in drafting sound non-compete agreements and be abreast of emerging developments to be able to structure preventive measures and mitigate potential risks. Listen as a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished experts provide the audience with a comprehensive discussion on utilizing non-compete agreements to ensure trade secret protection. Speakers, among other things, will also offer practical tips and best practices to avoid pitfalls.

In this CLE program, The Knowledge Group presents experienced finance lawyer James M. Sullivan (Windels Marx Lane & Mittendorf, LLP) and business restructuring and reorganization practitioner Matthew J. Gold (Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff & Cohen, P.C.) for an insightful discussion of the most significant and relevant issues surrounding cryptocurrencies and chapter 11 bankruptcy. The distinguished speakers will also share actionable tips for minimizing risks amid the rapidly evolving crypto climate.

In this program, a panel of key thought leaders will provide an in-depth discussion of the critical and recurrent issues surrounding trade secret litigation. Speakers will also offer new defense strategies to ensure success in this type of lawsuit.

As the legal environment and market conditions continue to shift, businesses concerned must keep up to date with current and emerging developments to implement proper lease controls and avoid potential risks. Join a panel of key thought leaders and distinguished experts as they provide the audience with an in-depth analysis of the latest trends, opportunities, and challenges in lease administration. Speakers will also offer effective strategies to help businesses navigate this evolving regulatory paradigm.

Join distinguished thought leaders in the crypto and blockchain industry, Malgorzata (Gosia) A. Kulczycka, Ph.D., J.D. (Hickman Becker Bingham Ledesma LLP) and Hannah E. Taylor (Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz PC), as they discuss the recent trends and legal challenges developing in the crypto and NFT space. Speakers, among other things, will also offer practical tips and strategies to steer clear of potential pitfalls.

With a myriad of new and amended labor & employment laws going into effect on both a national as well as state and local level, employers need to be aware of the many nuances of the changing regulation as well as significant considerations due to the potential shifting political climate. Join this session to discover the laws your business may be subject to and discuss ways GCs can minimize the likelihood of costly fines and potential lawsuits down the road. Our expert panelists will share best practices for in-house counsel to deal with the patchwork of rules in different places and across jurisdictions, including the changing landscapes due to pay equity, remote workforce, and the residual effects on policies.

In an increasingly regulated business landscape, it is crucial for organizations to be prepared when regulators come knocking at their doors. Join our panel of seasoned experts as they share their knowledge and offer guidance on how to proactively prepare for regulator interactions and mitigate potential risks. From regulatory audits to investigations, this session will equip attendees with the tools and knowledge necessary to effectively handle regulatory scrutiny.

Non-compete agreements have been a longstanding practice in many industries, but concerns have arisen regarding their potential adverse effects on innovation, entrepreneurship, and the job market. However, Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) proposed regulations on non-compete agreements have created a fresh set of challenges for legal departments, especially in regard to the protection of trade secrets and potential disruptions to market competition. Join this session as our panelists explore the nuances of non-compete agreements and consider alternative approaches to better balance employee rights and business interests.

Privacy regulations are shifting frequently and GCs need to stay current with the emerging laws to avoid legal and financial ramifications. With various jurisdictions creating their own data privacy regulations and the complexities continuously growing, the landscape of data privacy will continue to evolve making it even more essential for in-house teams to be prepared and build a robust privacy program. Join this session as our privacy experts review existing privacy laws, and share their insights into navigating the upcoming risks and changes expected in the privacy space.