West Virginia (WV) Litigation CLE Course Catalog

Join esteemed speakers as they unravel intricate ethical dilemmas and navigate the evolving landscape of ethical conduct in law. Gain fresh perspectives, practical insights, and proactive strategies to maintain ethical integrity in the legal profession.

Experienced intellectual property litigator Peter Afrasiabi provides an overview of the key copyright, patent, trademark and trade secret questions that transactional lawyers should be asking when they perform due diligence reviews on behalf of their clients. Intellectual property assets are different from traditional assets in many critical respects, and failure to ask the right questions could lead to unpleasant surprises – and litigation – after a transaction is consummated. The course includes a checklist every transactional lawyer should be using when performing due diligence of valuable copyright, patent, trademark or trade secret assets to ensure that all the bases are covered.

Fighting lawyers, fighting witnesses (literally), threats, put downs and other improper behavior – these are just a few of the deposition disasters that have been caught on camera, including infamous celebrity deponents Justin Bieber and Lil Wayne. In this entertaining program, veteran litigator Peter Afrasiabi chronicles some of the worst deposition disasters and the lessons that can be gleaned from the improper behavior of the lawyers and witnesses involved. This program will be useful for litigators of all levels and highly entertaining for lawyers of every stripe.

With the rapid pace of change and ever-evolving regulatory landscape, the risk of litigation is even more prominent for businesses today. As litigation exposure continues to be a leading concern for in-house teams, it is more important than ever for legal professionals to understand current litigation trends so they can best adapt to and prepare for future changes. Panelists in this session will provide a comprehensive look at shifts in the litigation environment, and will provide actionable strategies for tackling these complex cases.

Join our speakers in this CLE program as they delve into the latest developments in class action litigation and reveal essential best practices. This unique opportunity is designed to empower attendees with the knowledge and strategies needed to not only navigate the complexities of this dynamic legal field but also secure favorable outcomes for their clients.

Join us for this enlightening CLE program, where our esteemed panel of speakers will embark on a deep dive into the nuances of ERISA litigation. They will dissect its historical origins, elucidate its key components, dissect notable trends, and elucidate the broader implications for employers, employees, and the legal landscape at large.

Asbestos-related cases have long been a focal point in the legal arena, and the year 2024 brings pivotal shifts and emerging trends that demand attention.

Join Peter Afrasiabi as he takes you through the pros and cons of the Deepfakes Accountability Act, a proposed federal law that would create criminal and civil liability for creators of unauthorized deepfakes.

Join Brian Dies, CFA, ASA of Archway Research Group LLC and Benjamin Stern of Nutter McClennen & Fish LLP as they delve into the crucial strategies and tactics necessary to navigate the intricate landscape of patent litigation. Speakers, above all, will help equip the participants with the essential tools and knowledge required to prevail in patent disputes.