Texas (TX) Business Law CLE Course Catalog

Join us as Michael D. Farber and William Taylor, distinguished experts in the field, lead an in-depth discussion on effective internal investigations. Speakers will analyze best practices for conducting investigations, delve into the legal considerations surrounding internal inquiries, and examine the role of emerging technologies in enhancing investigative processes.

This panel will focus on strategies leaders should implement to help their teams get ahead of a crisis, minimize its impact and avoid it as much as possible overall. While you can't always predict what's coming around the corner for your organization, you will walk away from this session with tools that help leaders shift to rewarding efforts in preparing for and minimizing future crises.

Join this panel of experts as they discuss the importance of being proactive vs. reactive when it comes to balancing risk appetite with business decisions. Leave this session with a better understanding of how to identify the impact of different types of risks that may face your business.

As business continues to evolve into a more globalized workforce, GCs are being tasked with setting up international offices, aligning resources and coverage, and deciding where to build out legal teams. Understanding cross borders Communications and cultural differences have become business essential, not just to get deals done, but also to maintain strong cross-border partnerships. Join our panelists as they discuss the role of legal in international relations, and share their expertise and lived experiences with all international business dealings.

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.

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.

In the next installment of this popular series, grab a beer and a box of Cracker Jack as Peter Afrasiabi walks you through the unique legal position that America’s pastime occupies in the United States. From the first pitch -- when the Supreme Court initially conferred regulatory immunity upon the sport – through to what may be the final out – more recent decisions such as NCAA v. Alston that have opened the door for amateur athletes to profit from their names and likenesses, Peter will make you a legal expert on baseball in nine innings or less.