Vermont (VT) Corporate Finance CLE Course Catalog

As the role of legal in the C Suite continues to evolve, in-house leaders have found themselves in uncharted territories. In the current business landscape, the ability to translate strategic goals and risk management plans into actionable financial metrics is essential for achieving success. In order to secure buy-in from the CFO and other key internal stakeholders, aligning legal strategies with organizational financial goals is crucial. This session is designed to equip attendees with the tools to communicate legal risks and strategies effectively, ensuring alignment and support from key decision-makers within your organization.

The uncertainty of today’s economic climate continues to have a massive impact on businesses. The resulting budgetary restraints on organizations will ultimately affect not only the bottom line of businesses but also their growth potential. Join this session as our in-house leaders share insights into how to prepare for and support a company through economic uncertainty, provide practical advice on how to approach cost cuts and inflation, and discuss how to maintain resilience as an organization in order to project forward.

A panel of leading experts discusses the critical importance of accurate financial disclosure and proactive measures to mitigate accounting fraud risks, emphasizing the increase in SEC enforcement actions, notable cases, and the need for stringent accounting controls.

Listen as a panel of distinguished experts organized by The Knowledge Group explores key strategies for resolving tax controversies in an evolving enforcement landscape, drawing insights from various reputable sources in the field of tax compliance and dispute resolution.

Industry experts discuss the SEC and DOJ’s prioritization of insider trading cases, focusing on individuals and companies handling material non-public information, leveraging data analytics, and emphasizing strong compliance programs to prevent such behavior.

This session goes beyond the surface of ESG reporting obligations, providing in-house counsel with actionable insights on how to turn ESG commitments into a value-driven Return on Investment (ROI). Join our expert panelists for an enlightening exploration of the legal dimensions and business advantages of a purpose-driven approach to ESG.

Join Mike Woeber of Corporate Tax Advisors, Inc. and Michael Silvio, CPA with MGO as they dive deep into the intricate realm of innovation ROI, offering you the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the evolving terrain of R&D tax credits.

Panelists emphasize the repercussions faced for financial disclosure and accounting fraud, discussing the Boeing and Granite Construction cases. Firms are urged to focus on compliance, cooperation, and disclosure controls to mitigate the risk of substantial penalties for misstatements.

Counsel plays a huge role in helping clients avoid SEC lawsuits by addressing business issues, implementing procedures, and being proactive in compliance efforts. In-house counsel and client presence in SEC presentations, remedial efforts, and cooperation can aid in an SEC investigation.