2021
Speaking Engagements

Upcoming Events
- 23
  
  Jun
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Panelist at Western Bankers Association 2021 Directors Workshop
- - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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  Michael Flynn panelist on “UDAAP Exposure: How Can Banks Manage the Increased Risk?” at Western Bankers Association 2021 Directors Virtual Workshop on June 23, 2021.
  
  California banks’ exposure to Unfair, Deceptive and Abusive Acts and Practices (UDAAP) is increasing. The CFPB has revoked its prior guidance limiting UDAAP exposure, indicating a likely intent to enforce UDAAP issues aggressively. The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation’s UDAAP authority over FinTechs and debt collectors increases banks’ risk when they utilize the services of such companies. Explore these increased risks, and the need for ever stronger vendor management, compliance, training and other risk management oversight.
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- 29
  
  Jun
  
  2021
- Buchalter Attorneys, Presenters at Pacific Northwest Defense Coalition Webinar
- - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Register
  
  Join PNDC Members from Buchalter as they present “Raising Money and Planning for Growth,” an interactive discussion on contractual and legal considerations for investment.
  
  Topics will include:
  - Restructuring companies to accept investment;
  - Investment process and instruments;
  - Tips to avoid pitfalls in arranging funding, such as due diligence audits, dealing with angels and VCs etc.;
  - As well as specific funding considerations and options for those in the defense industry, such as Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants, Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and U.S. Government data rights
  Speakers:
  - Ernest (Ernie) G. Bootsma
  - Akana K. J. Ma
  - Alison M. Pear
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- 29
  
  Jul
  
  2021
- Barry Smith, Speaker at the Bank Special Assets & Credit Officer’s Forum
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  Barry Smith will discuss the “Anatomy of a Workout,” at the Bank Special Assets & Credit Officer’s Forum at the Waldorf Monarch Beach Hotel, Dana Point, California on July 29-30, 2021.
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Past Events
- 01
  
  Jun
  
  2021
- Stephen J. Strauss, Adjunct Associate Professor at Southwestern Law School
- Stephen Strauss will again be an Adjunct Associate Professor teaching Trademark Law at Southwestern Law School from June 1 to July 22, 2021.
- 01
  
  Jun
  
  2021
- Weiss Hamid, Speaker at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners - Utah Chapter
- Attorney Weiss Hamid will be a speakers at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners – Utah Chapter on June 1, 2021. Mr. Hamid spoke on the topic of “Cyber Fraud During COVID” discussing the rising cyber crimes since the COVID outbreak.
- 27
  
  May
  
  2021
- Oren Bitan, Panelist at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar
- - 2:05 PM - 3:05 PM
  Oren Bitan panelist on “Managing Customer Risk in the Cannabis (or Cannabis-Adjacent) Space” at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar on May 27, 2021.
- 27
  
  May
  
  2021
- Barry Smith, Panelist at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar
- - 10:05 AM - 11:05 AM
  Barry Smith, panelist on “A Brave New World – New Laws That Change the Playing Field for Real Estate Lenders” at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar on May 27, 2021
- 27
  
  May
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Panelist at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar
- - 9:05 AM - 10:05 AM
  Michael Flynn, panelist on “Patience and Persistence While Under Pressure: Dealing With the Paycheck Protection Program” at Western Bankers Association 2021 Bank Counsel Virtual Seminar on May 27, 2021.
- 27
  
  May
  
  2021
- Alicia Guerra, Panelist at BisNow East Bay State of the Market Event
- - 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
  Alicia Guerra will be a panelist on the topic of “Asset Class Update: Small Businesses, Market Rate & Affordable Housing”, at BisNow East Bay State of the Market virtual event on May 27, 2021.
  
  What You’ll Learn:
  •If there has been an increased demand for industrial space in the East Bay
  •How the life sciences industry has grown in the East Bay and new opportunities
  •What steps developers have taken to resume projects that were paused due to the pandemic
  •How East Bay residents feel about increased development and concerns about gentrification
  •If there is an influx of people moving out of San Francisco and into the East Bay and which neighborhoods have seen increased interest
  •How the East Bay is accommodating a rising need for affordable housing
- 25
  
  May
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Panelist at 2021 Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference
- - 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
  Michael Flynn, panelist on “Regulatory Development/Post Pandemic Track: State Trends and Issues” at the 2021 Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference on May 25, 2021.
  
  Join the panel of experts as they discuss the important state issues and trends that impact the industry. Panelists will discuss remote online notarization, state work from home requirements, changes to licensing and more.
- 14
  
  May
  
  2021
- David Elkanich, Co-Speaker at 41st Annual NW Securities Institute
- David Elkanich was a co-speaker at the 41st Annual NW Securities institute, co-sponsored by the Oregon State Bar Securities and the Washington State Bar Business Law Section, in cooperation with WSBA CLE. He spoke on the presentation “Feeling Insecure? Understanding Legal Ethics Issues for Securities” on May 14th 2021.
- 29
  
  Apr
  
  2021
- Philip Nulud, Panelist at the Philippine American Bar Association
- Philip Nulud participated on a panel for Episode 3 for “Outside Firms Who Service the Entertainment Industry” and discussed how his IP practice touches on a lot of entertainment industry matters, clients, celebrities, and influencers and how he services the industry.
- 22
  
  Apr
  
  2021
- Robert Zadek, Moderator at Joint Webinar with New York Institute of Credit & Southern California Chapter of the International Factoring Association
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Robert Zadek will moderate Panel 1 of Legal & Lending: Coast to Coast, Joint Webinar with NYIC & IFA Southern California on Thursday, April 22, 2021. The two-panel virtual webinar will explore bicoastal insight into emerging trends in collateral lending, lessons learned from 2020, and much more.
  
  Program Agenda
  3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET/12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PT – Panel 1: Legal
  4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET/1:00 PM – 2:00 PM PT – Panel 2: Lending
  5:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET/2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PT – Virtual Networking Happy Hour
- 20
  
  Apr
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at the American Bar Association Business Law Section 2021 Spring Meeting
- - 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  Michael Flynn will be a speaking at the American Bar Association Business Law Section Spring Meeting on Tuesday, April 20 at 9 AM. He will be covering the topic of “Pandemic Relief Response and Lasting Impacts on Access, Credit, Banking, and Equality.”
- 16
  
  Apr
  
  2021
- David Elkanich, Co-Speaker at the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML)
- David Elkanich speaks on “Trending Ethics Questions for the Family Law Practitioner: A Practical Review of Current Issues” on April 16th 2021.
- 31
  
  Mar
  
  2021
- Joseph Welch, Speaker on California Lawyers Association Presentation
- Shareholder Joseph Welch speaks on “The Future of Business Development: Positioning Yourself to Thrive in Post-Pandemic Marketplace”, for the California Lawyers Association.
  
  As professionals prepare to “return to work,” everyone is wondering the same thing: what will “work” look like when the pandemic is over? Some aspects of business will return to how they were before March 2020 while others have changed forever. Approaching client development in a pre-pandemic manner is no longer a viable option for client-focused lawyers. Learning how best to position yourself and your practice in the next normal will be a critical element to your future success. This 60-minute live workshop addresses:
  - What traditional client development routines/behaviors will return and which have changed forever
  - New norms in relationship building/networking
  - Repackaging your expertise to meet current client and prospect needs
  - Critical elements of your online presence
  To view the entire presentation, click here.
- 11
  
  Mar
  
  2021
- Jennifer Guerrero, Panelist at American Health Law Association
- Jennifer Guerrero, a panelist at the American Health Law Association 2021 Teleseminar Webinar Series Part II on March 11, 2021 in the topic of “Balancing Privacy and Security Considerations and Evolving Technology.” This session focuses on the privacy and security aspects of telemedicine in light of the ever-changing technology developments. This session is appropriate for intermediate practitioners.
  
  Click here for more information
- 08
  
  Mar
  
  2021
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the San Diego Lawyer’s Club’s International Women’s Day
- - 11:30 AM
  Shareholder Tracy Warren will be a speaker at the San Diego Lawyer’s Club’s International Women’s Day virtual event on March 8, 2021. Ms. Warren will be presenting on the topic of “Breaking Barriers in Law: Why We Need to Choose to Challenge,” discussing juggling two demanding professions and challenging inequities in traditionally male fields. Ms. Warren will also discuss how members can promote changes in the workplace and advance the status of women in the legal field. Mingling and networking to follow!
- 06
  
  Mar
  
  2021
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers
- David Elkanich speaks at the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers, covering the topic “Bar Admission Standards Are Anything But Healthy”.
- 03
  
  Mar
  
  2021
- Dylan Wiseman, Keynote Speaker at the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce Virtual Lunch & Learn
- - 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
  Shareholder Dylan Wiseman will be the keynote speaker on March 3, 2021 from 11:30am to 12:30pm on the topic of “Updates on 2021 New Labor Laws” at the El Dorado Hills Chamber of Commerce.
- 26
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- Buchalter Hosts California Farm Bureau Federation's Annual Ag Issues Update Meeting
- - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  The Agribusiness Committee of the California Lawyers Association’s Business Law Section will kick off its 2021 Agriculture Tour series with the California Farm Bureau’s Ag Issues Update Meeting, to be held virtually on Friday, February 26, 2021 from 10 a.m. to noon.
  
  The program is a unique opportunity for practitioners to hear the perspectives of Farm Bureau’s legal staff on recent judicial opinions, pending court cases, and key legislative and regulatory developments affecting agribusiness throughout California. Discussion topics will include recent water, energy, and labor regulations, as well as case law and legislation, impacting California’s farmers and ranchers. This no-cost meeting will include MCLE credit for attendance.
  
  This activity has been approved for Minimum Continuing Legal Education credit by the State Bar of California in the amount of 2.0 hours. Buchalter certifies that this activity conforms to the standards for approved educational activities prescribed by the rules and regulations of the State Bar of California governing minimum continuing legal education.
  
  California Farm Bureau Panelists:
  
  Carl Borden
  
  Kari Fisher
  
  Justin Fredrickson
  
  Jim Houston
  
  Kevin Johnston
  
  Sunshine Saldivar
  
  Chris Scheuring
- 25
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- Philip Nulud, Moderator at the Philippine American Bar Association
- Philip Nulud moderated the first of a three-part series on Filipino-American Attorneys in the “Biz” put on by the Philippine American Bar Association. The first “episode” titled “Production Companies and Streaming Services,” featured in-house counsels from major production companies and streaming services discussing their practices, careers, and how being Filipino-American affects what they do.
- 16
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at the California MBA Legal Issues Committee - Q1 2021 Webinar
- - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Michael Flynn will be a speaking at the California MBA Legal Issues Committee – Q1 2021 Webinar on Tuesday, February 16th at 11 AM. He will be covering the topic of COVID-19-related Legal Issues.
- 16
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- Skye Daley, Speaker at the Warren Slaughter-Richard Roemer Inn of Court
- Attorney Skye Daley will be a speaker at the Warren Slaughter-Richard Roemer Inn of Court in Coachella Valley, California on the topic of “Technology & Ethics.” Mr. Daley will discuss the intersection of legal “blogging” and legal ethics.
- 11
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- David Elkanich, Speaker at William V. Deatherage Inns of Court
- Shareholder David Elkanich speaks at William V. Deatherage Inns of Court, covering the topic “Ethical Horror Stories in the Practice of Law (And What You Can Learn from Them…).”
- 10
  
  Feb
  
  2021
- Akana Ma, Speaker at the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance 20th Annual Conference
- - 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
  Shareholder Akana Ma will be speaking on February 10, 2021 from 12:15 to 1:15 on the topic of “Recent Legal and Regulatory Changes in the Aerospace Industry” at the Pacific Northwest Aerospace Alliance 20th Annual Conference.
  
  Mr. Ma’s presentation discusses three topics:
- Recent changes to the Buy American Rules.
- Increasing U.S. government oversight of foreign investment in the U.S.
- Expanded implementation of a new cybersecurity standard in U.S. Department of Defense contracting.
- 27
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn, Panelist at American Bar Association Consumer Financial Services Committee Winter Meeting Panel
- - 11:00 AM
  Of Counsel Michael Flynn will be a panelist at the Consumer Financial Services Committee Winter Meeting on January 27th, 2021, at 11:00am EST/8:00am PST. He will discuss “HUD’s Disparate Impact Rule – Has Anything Changed?” To register for the event, click here.
- 26
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Christopher Hossellman, Speaker at Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Webinar: Defending 30(b)(6) Depositions in the COVID Age and Beyond
- - 2:00 PM
  Chris Hossellman discusses “Defending 30(b)(6) Depositions in the COVID Age and Beyond” at Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Virtual Webinar.
  
  Description: Remote depositions are here to stay, and knowing how to navigate them while defending a corporate representative is critical to every aspect of a case. This presentation will address the latest news relating to the impact of COVID restrictions in various states and around the world, the key legal strategies practitioners can employ to gain the upper hand, and crucial best practices for domestic and international remote depositions.
- 24
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Quinn C. Wheeler, Speaker at GMAC-RFC, Business Capital Group, in-house seminar
- 12
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Richard Ormond, Speaker at the California Receivers Forum
- - 12:00 PM
  Richard Ormond will join panelists in discussing 2021 and what the year will bring to the receivership industry.
  
  CRF Call Connect
  Tuesday, January 12 at 12 noon
  Topic: Current Climate of Receiverships 2021
- 12
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Michael Flynn and Melissa Richards, Presenters at the CA State Bar Financial Institutions Committee
- Michael Flynn, Of Counsel at Buchalter, will speak on the Paycheck Protection Program changes – The Economic Aid to Hard-Hit Small Businesses, Nonprofits, and Venues Act (Act), signed by the President on December 27, 2020, and subsequent guidance from Treasury and the Small Business Administration have modified the PPP in two significant ways. The Act and the new guidance created a new Second Draw Loan category, enabling eligible businesses that had previously gotten a PPP loan to apply for a supplemental PPP loan in amounts that could be as high as $2 million; they clarified that certain eligible borrowers who have not previously obtained a PPP loan may seek to obtain such a loan before March 31, 2021; and they clarified the requirements for eligibility and forgiveness of both types of loans.
  
  Melissa Richards, Of Counsel at Buchalter, will discuss understanding the proposed rule provisions coming out of the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation (fka Department of Business Oversight) that would impose new early disclosure requirements on covered commercial lenders that are CFL licensed or subject to CFL licensing, how your company can be ready for the final California commercial loan disclosure rules, transitioning of all CFL licensees and new applications onto the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System online platform, and new license requirements for consumer debt collectors under SB908 starting January 1, 2022.
  
  The event will take place on January 12th, 2021.
- 12
  
  Jan
  
  2021
- Melissa Richards, Speaker at California MBA
- - 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
  Melissa Richards presents “Fair Lending Issues” at the California MBA Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference on January 12-13, 2021.
  
  This conference focuses on the trends and hot issues in litigation and regulatory compliance for the residential lending community.

- 10
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Panelist at the ABA Section of Litigation Appellate Practice Committee
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  M.C. Sungaila will be a panelist at the ABA Section of Litigation Appellate Practice Committee oral argument program, speaking on “Fundamentals of Oral Advocacy on Appeal.”
  
  Program Description:
  
  What is the process of preparing for oral argument in an appeal? What can you expect at argument? And what are some best practices for both preparation and presentation? Whether you are a new lawyer, or an experienced appellate practitioner, this panel – composed of a former Court of Appeal justice, current trial court judge and former appellate court research attorney, and a seasoned appellate practitioner – will provide helpful tips for your next appellate argument.
- 10
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Manuel Fishman, Presenter at Lorman Educational Services
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Understand the concept of operating expenses and how to avoid the pitfalls of dealing with them.
  
  This topic is intended for leasing deal makers and their consultants, including lawyers and accountants, who are involved in negotiating and administering office, retail and industrial leases and overseeing compliance with the pass through of operating expenses in these leases. Our speakers are two experienced professionals who represent both landlords and tenants and who have gone through the process of challenging operating expenses will discuss several current hot topics in this area, including the impact COVID-19 will have on the pass through of expenses.
  
  Learning Objectives
  - You will be able to describe the importance of a proper baseline in monitoring compliance.
  - You will be able to identify what exclusions are worth fighting for.
  - You will be able to discuss cost pools, excess tenant services and tenant contracted services.
  - You will be able to explain what is included in operating expense and how they can be characterized.
  Faculty
  
  Tracy P. Chelepis, CPA
  Chelepis & Associates
  
  Manuel Fishman, Esq.
  Buchalter
- 08
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Anne Marie Ellis, Panelist at PLAC
- Anne Marie Ellis, panelist on the topic of “What the Cannabis Industry Needs to Know About Prop. 65 and Significant Changes Taking Effect in 2021,” on December 8, 2020 at 2PM ET/11 AM PST.
  
  In this one hour webinar, attendees will hear from a lawyer and a scientist about how to comply with Prop. 65’s complex regulatory scheme particularly for the cannabis industry. Ms. Ellis, will discuss the impact of major changes to the warning regulations that took effect in August 2018, will highlight the methods of transmitting warnings, the realigned obligations of retailers and manufacturers, the trends in settlements, penalties and fines, and will predict where notices and litigation are headed for the new year.
  
  The program will be moderated by Michael Preciado, a lawyer at Buchalter and PLAC member on December 8 at 2PM ET/11 AM PST.
- 08
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Michael Preciado, Moderator at PLAC
- - 11:00 AM
  The program “What the Cannabis Industry Needs to Know About Prop. 65 and Significant Changes Taking Effect in 2021,” will be moderated by Michael Preciado, a lawyer at Buchalter and PLAC member on December 8 at 2PM ET/11 AM PST.
  
  In this one hour webinar, attendees will hear from a lawyer and a scientist about how to comply with Prop. 65’s complex regulatory scheme particularly for the cannabis industry. Ms. Ellis, an attorney at Buchalter, will discuss the impact of major changes to the warning regulations that took effect in August 2018, will highlight the methods of transmitting warnings, the realigned obligations of retailers and manufacturers, the trends in settlements, penalties and fines, and will predict where notices and litigation are headed for the new year.
- 08
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Matthew T. Drenan, Presenting on Current Issues in California Employment
- - 12:00 PM
  Matthew T. Drenan will be presenting on “Current Issues in California Employment” at California Western School of Law’s Virtual MCLE event on December 8, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.
- 08
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Adam Bass, Faculty at Sandpiper Partner’s 13th Annual Los Angeles/California Legal Market Conference 2021
- Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will serve as a faculty member for Sandpiper Partner’s 13th Annual Los Angeles/California Legal Market Conference 2021 on December 8. Adam will be a panelist on the topics of “Strategy, Leadership, Structure, Compensation & Governance” and “Talent -Retention, Inclusion, Racial Equity.”
  
  Sandpiper Partners, the largest organizer of “business of law” conferences has developed this new seminar to focus on: Emerging As a Stronger Firm; Reinventing Engagement with Clients; Looking Beyond the Pandemic: Disruption; Changing Stakeholder Dynamics; Working Differently: “The Resilient Employee” Well-Being Challenges; Remote Working/Integrating with Return to Office; Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives, Black Lives Matter; Strategy, Leadership, Structure, Compensation & Governance; and Talent: Creating a Healthy Culture in Uncertain Times.
- 03
  
  Dec
  
  2020
- Jeffrey Garfinkle, Speaker at American Bankruptcy Institute
- Jeffrey Garfinkle presents “Anatomy of a Pharmaceutical Bankruptcy Case,” at the American Bankruptcy Institute, Winter Leadership Conference on December 3, 2020.
  
  This panel will present a primer on the U.S. pharmaceutical industry, focusing on the typical capital structures of pharmaceutical/development companies versus in-pipeline companies. The panelists will examine the factors leading to the recent surge in pharmaceutical bankruptcy cases and their outcomes/resolutions, as well as § 363 sales of pharmaceutical companies’ assets and restructurings. Opiate bankruptcy cases such as Purdue and Mallinckrodt will be highlighted, as will ancillary issues that arise in pharmaceutical bankruptcy cases, such as product recalls, regulatory issues (such as with the FDA) and IP licensing issues.
- 19
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- William Schoenholz presenting at Financial Lawyers Conference
- William Schoenholz will present on In-transit Inventory at the Financial Lawyers Conference on November 19, 2020.
- 12
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan, Speaker at the 2020 Cannabis Business Cyber Summit
- - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  Shareholder Oren Bitan will be a speaker at the 2020 Cannabis Business Cyber Summit on November 12, 2020 at 8:30 AM on the topic of “Cannabis Receivership/Restructuring.”
- 12
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- Christopher Hossellman, Speaker at the Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Virtual Fall 2020 Conference
- - 1:45 PM - 2:30 PM
  Chris Hossellman discusses “E-Commerce and the CDA” at the Product Liability Advisory Council Virtual Fall 2020 Conference.
  
  Description: The Communications Decency Act (CDA) serves as the foundation of the modern internet, and plays a critical role in the relative liability between retailers and third-party sellers online. Hear an update on recent legal and political actions that are changing the way this law works, and that will alter the way business is done online for years to come.
- 11
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- Adam Bass Panelist at Sandpiper Partner’s Virtual Conference - Reimagining the Future of the Law Firm: How Attorneys and Staff Work
- Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will present at Sandpiper’s virtual conference, Reimagining the Future of the Law Firm How Attorneys and Staff Work, taking place Wednesday, November 11. Sandpiper Partners, the largest organizer of “business of law” conferences, has developed this seminar to focus on how the pandemic has brought changes to law firms at a faster pace than ever before with profound implications for clients, the practice of law, and staffing. Program topics include Returning to Office Workspace, Fostering Employee Engagement, Digitization and Data Analytics, and The Effects of a Remote Work Environment. For more information and to register, click here.
- 10
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Panelist at the Orange County Bar Association Live Webinar
- - 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  Shareholder M.C. Sungaila will be a panelist on the Orange County Bar Association Live Webinar on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 from 3:30 PM- 4:30 PM. The panel will cover the topic of “Appellate Oral Argument The Judge’s Perspective.”
- 09
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn, Presenter at the Mortgage Bankers Association Regulatory Compliance Conference 2020
- - 1:00 PM
  Michael Flynn presents “State Focus: Developments in California and New York,” at the Mortgage Bankers Association Regulatory Compliance Conference 2020 on November 9, 2020 from 4:00 to 5:00 pm ET.
- 02
  
  Nov
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Speaker at Pepperdine Law School International Law Society Discussion
- - 12:35 PM - 1:25 PM
  M.C. Sungaila will speak at the Pepperdine Law School International Law Society on November 2nd 2020, from 12:35 – 1:25 p.m. PST. She will cover a variety of topics, including careers in appellate law, women as leaders in the law, and her pro bono and international human rights work on behalf of women, girls, and Holocaust art recovery.
- 30
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Philip Schroeder, Speaker at Pismo Ventures National Venture Plan Competition
- Shareholder Philip Schroeder spoke on a webinar hosted in conjunction with Pismo Ventures on October 30th, 2020 entitled “Entrepreneur Guide to Negotiating a Venture Capital Financing”. The webinar was part of the Pismo Ventures National Venture Plan Competition.
  
  To view the full webinar, click here.
- 29
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan, Speaker at USC Gould School of Law
- - 11:25 AM - 12:25 PM
  Oren Bitan speaks at the 2020 USC Gould School of Law Real Estate Law and Business Forum on the topic of “Real Estate Bankruptcy, Receiverships and Work-Outs: Practical Strategies for the Post-COVID Era,” on Thursday, October 29, 2020.
  
  COVID-19 is significantly impacting financial and real estate markets. Tenants are unable to pay their rent, owners cannot pay their mortgages, and chapter filings have increased. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the bankruptcy landscape is changing and evolving differently. Our panelists will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on bankruptcy proceedings, changes to bankruptcy law, and the evolving judicial response in bankruptcy courts to foreclosures, force majeure clauses and other contractual defenses, as well as special/single purpose entities, non-recourse loans and carve out guarantees, intercreditor agreements, and pre-workout or pre-negotiation letters. The panelists will also discuss the impact of COVID-19 on state court receiverships and alternative remedies to bankruptcy, including lender considerations in workouts, assignment for the benefit of creditors, and other state remedies.
- 28
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Guest Lecturer for Notre Dame's Women & Inclusive Leadership Course
- - 2:20 PM - 3:35 PM
  Shareholder Tracy Warren will be a guest lecturer to Notre Dame’s upcoming “Women & Inclusive Leadership Course,” on Wednesday October 28th, 2020.
- 23
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Oregon State Bar Debtor-Creditor Section 2020 Virtual CLE and Annual Meeting
- Shareholder David Elkanich speaks at the Oregon State Bar Debtor-Creditor Section’s 2020 Virtual CLE and Annual Meeting. He discusses “The Ethics of Remote Working/Litigation.”
- 22
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Stephen Strauss, Panelist at the International Intellectual Property Law Association Virtual IP Summit
- Stephen J. Strauss will be a panelist for the topic “Trademark v. Copyright Protection for Fictional Characters” at the International Intellectual Property Law Association Virtual IP Summit.
- 20
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Robert McWhorter, Moderator at California Receivers Forum
- - Sacramento
  Robert McWhorter moderates “Ask the Experts: Current Climate of Receiverships, COVID-19 & Financing,” at the California Receivers Forum on October 20, 2020
  
  This panel is comprised of bank officers from the special assets department and receivership financing department of a leading bank; a top receiver in Northern California and an attorney who specializes in Receivership Law. They will answer a broad range of questions about receiverships in California, including under the current financial and legal climate. This is a chance for the audience to provide their own questions to issues they want answered.
- 15
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Gary Wolensky, Moderator at the PLAC 2020 Fall Conference
- - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  Gary Wolensky will be a moderator at the PLAC Fall Conference Webinar on Thursday, October 15th, on the topics of “The Pandemic: was corporate America ready, how did it react, and what changes are permanent?” from 1:00pm – 1:45pm. He will also moderate the topic, “The Pandemic Part 2: were the legal industry and its suppliers ready, how did they react, and what changes are permanent?” from 1:45pm – 2:30pm.
- 14
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn, Moderator at American College of Mortgage Attorneys Residential & Regulatory Committee
- Michael Flynn moderates the first quarterly Intellectual Happy Hour at American College of Mortgage Attorneys Residential & Regulator Committee on October 14, 2020.
- 14
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Stephen Strauss, Speaker at The Southwestern Law School American Inn of Court
- Stephen J Strauss was a speaker at The Southwestern Law School American Inn of Court. His presentation was on “Sometimes Words Are Not Enough” – Trademarks v. Copyright Protection for Fictional Characters.”
- 13
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Melissa Richards, Presenter at ComplianceEase
- - San Francisco
  Risk and compliance teams need to quickly adapt to the risks and challenges created by the rapid and radical changes to the world around us.
  
  And they’ll need compliance innovation to get there.
  
  Watch this on-demand Risk & Compliance webinar, where Melissa Richards (of Counsel, Buchalter) and Freedom Lending CEO Stan Middleman discuss insights around digital transformation and creating a culture of innovation.
  
  You’ll learn how to:
  - Maintain corporate cohesion through acquisition, pandemics and record volumes.
  - Drive results using technology.
  - Prepare for regulatory changes.
  - Ensure innovation continues even after the crisis.
  Click here to watch
- 08
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Adam Bass to Participate in Sandpiper Partner’s Thirteenth Annual Global Law Firm Leaders Conference
- Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will participate in Sandpiper Partner’s thirteenth annual virtual Global Law Firm Leaders Conference on October 8, 2020. Sandpiper Partners is the largest organizer of “business of law” conferences that focus exclusively on key topics midsized firms need to focus on today. Past conference topics have included, innovation in the delivery of legal services; state-of-the-market; competition; strategy; pricing models; profitability; mergers and acquisitions; technology and innovation.
- 07
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Joshua Ostrer, Speaker at UCLA Law School State Court Clerkship Alumni
- - 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
  - Orange County
  Joshua Ostrer will speak at the UCLA Law School State Court Clerkship Alumni webinar panel discussing the benefits and lessons learned from state court clerkships on Wednesday, October 7th from 12:15 – 1:15pm.
- 07
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- John Epperson, Moderator at Bar Association of San Francisco, Environmental Law Section CLE
- - 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
  Buchalter’s John Epperson will be moderating an upcoming CLE event presented by the Bar Association of San Francisco, Environmental Law Section, covering the topic, “What Environmental Attorneys Should Know About Bankruptcy Law.”
  
  In current economic times, environmental attorneys must be prepared for clients becoming involved in bankruptcies, whether it is the client itself or their business partners, suppliers, customers, co-RPs, etc. This program reviews the intersection of bankruptcy and environmental law from three perspectives; a private practice bankruptcy attorney, an environmental regulatory attorney with extensive bankruptcy experience, and an environmental attorney who has encountered bankruptcy complications in their practice.
- 07
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Laura Nichols, Speaker at Rady's Children Women's Collaborative Workshop
- - 10:00 AM
  Laura Nichols will speak at Rady’s Children Women’s Collaborative Workshop on the topic of “Finance and Philanthropy: Women in Professional Transition,” on October 7th, 2020.
  
  The workshop will discuss many topics including changing careers, starting a business, going back to work, seeking a promotion and life after retirement.
- 06
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Gary Wolensky, Speaker at the PLAC Webinar
- - 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
  Gary Wolensky will be a speaker at the PLAC Webinar “Taking Action to Protect Fair Jury Trials” discussing the threats posed to protect fair trials and take meaningful action at every opportunity.
- 06
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Christopher Hossellman, Speaker at Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Virtual Trials Webinar Series
- - 3:00 PM
  Chris Hossellman discusses “Taking Action to Protect Fair Jury Trials” at Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Virtual Trials Webinar Series.
  
  Description: As trial lawyers and defense leaders, we must fiercely confront the threats posed to protect fair trials and take meaningful action at every opportunity. Courts are moving forward with in-person and virtual trials, with differing rules and formats, and known and unknown challenges.
- 01
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Speaker for Berkeley Law Symposium cohosted with The RAND Corporation
- - 8:45 AM - 5:00 PM
  M.C. Sungaila will speak at the Berkeley Law Symposium: COVID-19 and the Courts cohosted with The RAND Corporation on Thursday, October 1st from 8:45am-5:00pm.
  
  This all-day virtual symposium will feature discussions among practitioners, scholars, and judges on some of the key issues that have arisen during the pandemic in regard to resolving civil disputes, such as meeting the challenges of civil jury trials and pre-trial management in the era of social distancing, developing effective court rules to address a rapidly changing legal environment, and preparing for what the future may hold.
- 01
  
  Oct
  
  2020
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at CAI Northern California Legal Forum
- 29
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Paul J. Fraidenburgh, Speaker at the 85th Annual Conference of the International Municipal Lawyers Association
- - 10:15 AM
  Paul Fraidenburgh will be presenting on “Strategies for Successfully Navigating Airport Land Use Issues” at the 85th Annual Conference of the International Municipal Lawyers Association in La Quinta, California on September 29, 2020 at 10:15 a.m.
  
  Click here to register or for more information about the virtual conference.
- 24
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Bernard "Bo" Bollinger, Moderator at the Financial Lawyers Conference
- 24
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn, Moderator at American Bar Association Business Law Section Annual Meeting
- Michael Flynn moderates on a panel at the American Bar Association Business Law Section Annual Meeting titled “The New OCC CRA Rules and Community Reinvestment,” on September 24, 2020
- 23
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Speaker at the Insolvency 2020 Restructuring, Insolvency & Distressed Debt Virtual Summit
- - 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
  Valerie Bantner Peo will be presenting on “IP Assets Caught in the Bankruptcy Rip Tide” at the Insolvency 2020 Restructuring, Insolvency & Distressed Debt Virtual Summit on September 23, 2020.
  
  Intellectual Property assets present unique challenges in bankruptcy. Article 9 financing statements may or may not be enforceable, and, in some instances, may actually be to your client’s detriment. Can a debtor assume and assign IP rights? Revoke them by rejecting a license? How is a security interest in intellectual property perfected and enforced? How you define the intellectual property assets can greatly impact your client’s rights, and those rights are constantly changing. This panel will cover practical issues and problems, including how to document and value IP assets, to help you spot the issues and navigate your way out of the bankruptcy riptide, whether you represent a secured lender, debtor, or contract counterparty.
- 23
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan, Moderator at California Receivers Forum
- - 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
  - Los Angeles
  Oren Bitan moderates at the California Receivers Forum entitled “Hotel Operations, Restructuring and Receiverships in the Age of COVID-19”
  
  The hospitality industry is facing unprecedented pressure with the on-again / off-again shelter in place orders throughout the country. Now that some jurisdictions are reopening, travel is starting to resume, and hotels are getting used for alternative uses, can the hospitality industry recover? As eviction moratoriums are being lifted, can the hospitality industry restructure leases to ensure its survival? Our panel of experts will weigh in on this timely subject.
  
  The event will take place Wednesday, September 23 from 12:00pm to 12:45pm. For more information and to RSVP, click HERE
- 21
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Anne Marie Ellis, Panelist at the Prop. 65 Annual Conference
- - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Senior Counsel Anne Marie Ellis will be a panelist at the virtual Prop. 65 Annual Conference on Monday September 21, 2020 from 7:30am-5pm. Ms. Ellis will sit on a panel with other experts in the field to discuss the topic of “New Prop.65 Hurdles Facing the Marijuana and Alcohol Industry.
- 14
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- David Elkanich, Presenter at Washington State Bar Association
- Shareholder David Elkanich presents a two-part presentation at the 21st Annual Ethics, Professionalism, and Civility Workshop.
- 08
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Speaker for OCBA Corporate Counsel Section Webinar
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  M.C. Sungaila will speak at the OCBA Corporate Counsel Section Webinar discussing “The Year in Review: Key Decisions by the U.S. and California Supreme Courts.” This program will cover a review the must-know civil decisions by the highest courts of the nation and our state in 2019-2020, and a preview of upcoming cases, as well as an examination of the impact of COVID-19 on the courts.
- 01
  
  Sep
  
  2020
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at ECHO HOA University and Expo
- 28
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Moderator at the San Diego Women’s Week Leadership Conference
- - 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM
  Tracy Warren will be the moderator at the San Diego Women’s Week Leadership Conference on Friday, August 28, 2020. She will moderate the topic “Reinventing Yourself: What’s Next?” with special guest Natasha Watley at 11:40 AM.
  
  Click here to view Natasha’s talk, Reinvention: Life After Olympic Gold is a powerful story about starting over. After a lifetime focused on the singular goal of winning an Olympic Gold Medal, Natasha was lost when it was all over and she realized that the Olympic Committee provided no guidance or support and she had no idea what her “next” would be. A powerful and inspirational story about starting over and doing good.
  
  Buchalter is also a proud Inspiration Partner for the San Diego Women’s Week Leadership Conference, along with Attorney Kathryn B. Fox who is a member of the event’s Strategy Team.
- 26
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- Manuel Fishman, Panelist at the BOMA San Francisco Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  - San Francisco
  Operating in a COVID-19 environment poses many challenges. Our traditional Management environment has been upended as eases may not reflect current COVID related impacts to operating expense pass-throughs. Some practices are evolving. How does one handle operating expense charges associated with COVID-19? How will you now “gross up” costs while occupancy is dramatically low, even while your building is technically fully leased? How does a tenant’s base year for the lease come into play? What is your plan for allocating COVID-related costs, incurred by the building and/or individual tenants? What lease provisions should you review or consider adding in new leases? Are there conservative, moderate and aggressive alternative methodologies to handling operating expense calculations? What are the relative merits of each alternative in the short and long term for ownership and management? Finally, how will you identify the calculation methodology which works best for your building and ownership?
  
  With all the questions above and many more, join panelists Manuel Fishman (Buchalter) for a conversation.
- 26
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- Michael Muse-Fisher, Speaker at the California Receiver's Forum Call Connect 5
- 07
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- 07
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- M.C. Sungaila, Moderator for OCBA Law Student Summer Appellate Academy: Jobs in Appellate Law
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  M.C. Sungaila will moderate the OCBA Law Student Summer Appellate Academy course on the topic of “Jobs in Appellate Law.” Ms. Sungaila is the the Dean of the Academy, which is providing a series of four one-hour Webinar programs in July and August to provide law students with practical knowledge in appellate law. To read more about the OCBA’s Law Student Summer Appellate Academy, click here.
- 06
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Oregon State Bar Real Estate Land Use Section
- 05
  
  Aug
  
  2020
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Speaker at the Bar Association of San Francisco
- Valerie Bantner speaks at the Bar Association of San Francisco’s Continuing Legal Education “Bankruptcy Issue Spotting in the Age of COVID-19,” on August 5, 2020. Valerie will speak on the topic of “Creditor’s Rights in Bankruptcy.”
  
  Seven bankruptcy experts provide an overview on seven critical bankruptcy issues to understand.
  - Dealing with a Distressed Entity
  - Chapter 7 Liquidation
  - Sales in Bankruptcy
  - Chapter 11 Reorganization
  - Key Litigation Issues in Bankruptcy Court
  - Creditor’s Rights in Bankruptcy
  - Landlord/Tenant Issues
- 15
  
  Jul
  
  2020
- Dylan Wiseman, Presenter at United Valley Insurance Services Webinar
- - 10:00 AM
  With producers and CSRs working from home during the pandemic, has your agency taken sufficient measures to protect its customer list information and expiration reports? Are your producer contracts adequately protecting your agency’s trade secrets?
  
  Please join us for a webinar featuring, intellectual property trial lawyer, Dylan Wiseman, from Buchalter’s San Francisco and Sacramento offices. Dylan will provide practical tips and recommendations to help protect against data theft, as United Valley members return to their offices.
  
  Click here to view
- 03
  
  Jul
  
  2020
- Stephen Strauss, Featured Guest on The Music Combine Podcast
- Stephen Strauss will be the featured guest on The Music Combine Podcast. The podcast will be released on July 3, 2020 and is available on Spotify, iTunes and The Music Combine website at https://anchor.fm/musiccombine/support
- 02
  
  Jul
  
  2020
- Phil Schroeder and Kari Barnes Presented a Webinar Entitled “Intellectual Property Case Study”.
- Phil Schroeder and Kari Barnes spoke on a webinar hosted in conjunction with Pismo Ventures on July 2nd, 2020 entitled “Intellectual Property Counseling Case Study”.
  
  The full webinar can be viewed here.
- 18
  
  Jun
  
  2020
- Barry Smith and Oren Bitan, Panelists at Risk Management Association Webinar
- Barry Smith and Oren Bitan, panelists on “The SAFE Banking Act: High Hopes for the Cannabis Industry” at Inland Empire Risk Management Association Webinar on June 18, 2020.
  
  Join Barry Smith and Oren Bitan for an in-depth panel discussion with top industry experts, as they unpack everything you need to know about banking and lending to the cannabis industry.
- 03
  
  Jun
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Panelist at Sports ETA Virtual Women's Summit
- Tracy Warren joins renowned Oklahoma University Head Softball Coach Patty Gasso for the Sports ETA Virtual Women’s Summit closing keynote discussion. The session, presented to women in sports events and tourism from around the country, focused on Coach Gasso’s background, leadership philosophy, and pursuit of excellence applicable both on and off the field.
  
  Click here to view.
- 28
  
  May
  
  2020
- Stephen Strauss, Adjunct Professor at Southwestern Law School
- Stephen Strauss will again be an Adjunct Professor teaching Trademark Law at Southwestern Law School from May 28 to July 14, 2020.
- 27
  
  May
  
  2020
- Akana Ma, Speaker at US Small Business Administration Global Trade Management Program
- Akana Ma will be teaching a 3 hour class on May 27, 2020 with the US Small Business Administration Global Trade Management Program regarding the topic of “Legal Aspects of International Business.” This Global Trade Management program is a certified course offered by the US SBA for business executives.
- 21
  
  May
  
  2020
- Association of Corporate Counsel Webinar: Insurance for COVID-19 Losses—Part Two
- Cecilia O’Connell Miller & Ryan Caplan were panelists at the “Insurance for COVID-19 Losses—Part Two: You’ve Submitted Your Claim—Now What? Strategies for Maximizing Insurance Coverage” on May 21, 2020.
- 19
  
  May
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Panelist San Diego Human Resources Forum
- - San Diego
  Tracy Warren discusses “Returning To Work Amid COVID 19 and Legal Issues To Consider,” at the San Diego Human Resources Form Virtual Zoom Panel.
- 19
  
  May
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan, Moderator at California Receivers Forum
- - 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
  Oren Bitan moderates at the California Receivers Forum entitled “Current Climate of Receiverships: Lending & Finance”
  
  As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, lenders have been working diligently to process PPP loans and are beginning to grapple with borrower defaults. We will discuss the current state of these issues and predictions for lending going forward.
  
  The event will take place Tuesday, May 19 from 12:00pm to 12:45pm.
- 14
  
  May
  
  2020
- Peter W. McGaw, Speaker at the Clean Water & Wetlands in California Conference
- - 9:15 AM - 10:30 AM
  Peter W. McGaw will be speaking at the Clean Water & Wetlands in California Conference, on the topic of Hydrologically-Connected Ground Water. He will be speaking on recent and pending court cases, including the County of Maui case on indirect discharges into Waters of the US via hydrologically connected groundwater, and the interplay of court cases with the new substantive and procedural rules.
- 07
  
  May
  
  2020
- Andrew Rothenberger, Moderator at OCBA YLD Webinar: Career Path with Congressman Lou Correa
- - 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  Andrew Rothenberger will be moderating as Congressman Lou Correa shares his career path from UCLA School of Law to the California State Assembly, Orange County Board of Supervisors, California Senate and finally the United States Congress. The Congressman will discuss his reasons for pursuing a JD/MBA, how knowledge of the law has helped in his political career and some of his key accomplishments before answering questions as time permits.
- 02
  
  May
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Panelist with Division I Volleyball Coaches
- - San Diego
  Tracy Warren discusses “Legal Challenges As A College Coach During COVID-19”; Virtual Presentation – Zoom, Division I Volleyball Coaches on May 2, 2020.
- 01
  
  May
  
  2020
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at California State Bar Real Property Conference
- 30
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- J. Noland Franz, Speaker at Lorman Education Services
- - Scottsdale
  Intellectual property is a hot area of the law, and businesses, along with individuals, are using intellectual property interests to start, grow and value their businesses. After the patent, trademark or copyright application is filed, most individuals and businesses think they are done with the process; however, some often overlooked interests, estate planning issues, can present significant problems in the future. A change in marital status, death and estate planning structure can all influence how intellectual property is owned, transferred and prosecuted worldwide. This topic will focus on several key points of convergence between the intellectual property world and the estate planning world. Small, mid-size and large businesses, along with business owners and individuals will benefit from this information.
- 28
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- Robert Zadek, Speaker at Webinar: Dare Capital Dialogs: The Future of Lending After Covid-19
- - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Robert Zadek will be a speaker on a webinar put on by Dare Capital, a factor and asset based lender.
  
  Bob Zadek is THE guy to talk to about factoring, lending, and regulation. Bob has seen a lot; the crash in 87, the dot-com crash, the Great Recession. Join us for a conversation about lending after COVID – and what new regulations we might expect to see in its wake.
  
  To register for the webinar, click here
  
  Password: daretogive
  
  OR
  
  Or join by phone:
  
  Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
  
  US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 253 215 8782
  
  Webinar ID: 848 6561 7967
  
  Participant ID: 207335<br>
  
  Password: 730712
  
  International numbers available: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbqPBBSjOR
- 17
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- Harry W.R. Chamberlain II, Guest on Kabateck LLP Civil Action Podcast
- Harry W.R. Chamberlain II joins hosts Brian Kabateck and Shant Karnikian, on the Kabateck LLP Civil Action Podcast for their latest podcast episode “Discussion with Harry Chamberlain II.” The group discuss the origins of the of the Anti-SLAPP statute, protecting the free speech of lawyers, and tips for preserving a good record for appeal.
  
  To listen to full podcast, click here.
- 17
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- Doug Wance, Speaker at HalfMoon Education Inc. San Diego Seminar
- Douglas Wance, Speaker on “California Easements, Rights-of-Way, & Eminent Domain Seminar,” webinar hosted by HalfMoon Education, Inc. on April 17, 2020, in San Diego, California.
- 16
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- David Elkanich, Speaker at The Willamette Valley American Inn of Court
- 10
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- Cecily O'Regan, Presenter at Hult International Business School, San Francisco
- 02
  
  Apr
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan, Panelist at USC Gould School of Law 2020 Real Estate Law and Business Forum
- - 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  Oren Bitan will be a panelist at the USC Gould School of Law 2020 Real Estate Law and Business Forum, presenting entitled “Buzzkill: What Happens if the Rally in the Cannabis Market Fades?”
  
  The event will take place Thursday, April 2, 2020 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm at the Jonathan Town Club in Downtown Los Angeles.
- 25
  
  Mar
  
  2020
- Association of Corporate Counsel Webinar: Insurance Coverage for COVID-19 Losses
- Cecilia O’Connell & Ryan Caplan were panelists at the “Insurance Coverage for COVID-19 Losses—Is There Insurance Coverage Hidden in Your Insurance Portfolio?,” on March 25, 2020
- 22
  
  Mar
  
  2020
- Farah Bhatti Panelist at ASD Market Week
- - 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
  Farah Bhatti will be a panelist at the ASD Market Week trade show conference in Las Vegas, NV on March 22, 2020. Ms. Bhatti’s panel “Sourcing 101” will cover the fundamentals of sourcing your products overseas. The panel will share their varied expertise covering the process of finding new suppliers, supply chain strategies as well as the art of negotiation and legal issues for newcomers to the industry.
- 20
  
  Mar
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren, Host of Q&A Session with Natasha Watley at San Diego Women's Week 2020.
- Tracy Warren will be hosting a Q&A Session with Natasha Watley at at SD Women’s Week. They will be discussing Reinventing Yourself: What’s Next? on Friday, March 20, 2020 at the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center.
  
  San Diego Women’s Week, celebrating 11 years of inspiring, empowering and connecting women with a week of leadership events for everyone of all ages and professions. Attendees enjoy networking, keynote speakers, panel discussions and more, all wrapped around creative solutions to everyday issues affecting women in the workplace and in their daily lives.
- 19
  
  Mar
  
  2020
- Tracy Warren Keynote Speaker at the Women Elevate SD Event
- - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  Tracy Warren will be the keynote speaker at the Women Elevate SD Event on Thursday, March 19th at the Central Library from 5-7:00 PM.
- 03
  
  Mar
  
  2020
- John Hosack, Jason Goldstein, Michael Flynn, Oren Bitan, and Aaron Elster, Speakers at the Western Bankers Association
- - 9:00 AM
  John Hosack, Jason Goldstein, Michael Flynn, Oren Bitan, and Aaron Elster, Speakers at the Western Bankers Association webinar titled “Banking Issues In the Cannabis Industry: Managing Risks Under State and Federal Law”
  
  For more information, click here.
- 27
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn, Speaker on California MBA Mortgage Quality and Compliance Webinar
- - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Michael Flynn will be co-hosting a California MBA Mortgage Quality and Compliance Committee (MQAC) Webinar on February 27, 2020. Mr. Flynn will be covering the topic of “The Clock is Ticking – What Mortgage Lenders Should Do to Prepare for LIBOR’s Replacement.” This webinar will discuss the following:
  - What must be done in regard to existing LIBOR ARM borrowers and new applicants
  - Secondary market requirements
  - Practical operational and risk management issues
- 26
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Jeffrey Garfinkle, Panelist at American Bankruptcy Institute, Complex Restructuring Program Panel
- - 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
  Jeffrey Garfinkle will be a speaker at the American Bankruptcy Institute Complex Restructuring Program Panel, on the topic of “Regulatory Framework.”
- 26
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Oren Bitan and Jason Goldstein Host of Lorman Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Oren Bitan and Jason Goldstein will be hosting a Lorman Webinar discussing “Minimizing Legal Risks and Insurance Considerations in the Cannabis Industry,” on February 26th from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EST. They will be covering the myriad of issues the industry is facing and provide viewers with practical information to address those issues and instruct how future claims can be covered by insurance instead of taken from a company’s bottom line.
- 18
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Laura Nichols, Speaker on the topic of "Perspectives on the SECURE Act"
- 10
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn and Jason Goldstein, Hosts of Lorman Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Michael Flynn and Jason Goldstein will be presenting a webinar on “Regulation Z: Rescission Rights and Wrong’s” on February 10, 2020 at 10:00 – 11:30 pm PT/1:00 – 2:30 pm EST.
- 01
  
  Feb
  
  2020
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at CACM Northern California Legal Forum
- 28
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- M. Reed Mercado, Host of Lorman Webinar
- - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  Reed Mercado will be a host of a Lorman Webinar on January 28, 2020 from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST. Mr. Mercado will be presenting on the topic of “Understanding UCC Article 9 Foreclosures,” a live webinar.
- 24
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Michael Muse-Fisher, Moderator at California Receiver’s Forum, Loyola VIII Symposium
- Michael Muse-Fisher will be a moderator on the panel “The Neutrality of a Post-Judgment Receiver: How Aggressive Can the Post Judgment Receiver Be?,” at the California Receiver’s Forum, Loyola VIII Symposium in Newport Beach, CA on January 24th.
- 24
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- David Mark, Host of Roundtable Discussion at California Receiver’s Forum, Loyola VIII Symposium
- David Mark will be hosting a roundtable discussion on “Receiver Neutrality and Receiver Communications,” at the Loyola VIII Symposium in Newport Beach, CA on January 24th.
- 23
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Robert Zadek, Speaker at the International Factoring Association's Presidents & Senior Executives Meeting
- - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Robert Zadek will be a speaker at the International Factoring Association’s Presidents & Senior Executives Meeting in Guanacaste, Costa Rica on January 22, 2020. Mr. Zadek will be discussing “Legal Issues.”
- 23
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Michael Flynn, Panelist at the California Mortgage Association Winter Seminar
- - 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
  Michael Flynn will be speaking on a panel on “High Cost loans under 12 CFR 1026.32” at the California Mortgage Association Winter Seminar. The panel will take place on January 23 from 8:30-9:30 am PT, and it will be at the Fashion Island Hotel in Newport Beach.
- 21
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Michael J. Worth, Guest Speaker at Through the Woods Therapy Corp.
- Michael Worth will provide a presentation on “Law Firm Practice Management: Industry Culture, Time Efficiency, and Balance” to an audience of mental healthcare providers in Los Angeles.
- 21
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- William Miller, Speaker at the Direct Selling Compliance Summit
- - 8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
  William Miller will be a speaker at the Direct Selling Compliance Summit, to be held January 19-21, 2020 in Salt Lake City. He will be presenting on a “America’s 1st Privacy Law – What CCPA Means for Your Business.” This conference is the leading industry gathering for C Suite executives of direct selling and multi-marketing companies.
- 19
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Larry Steinberg, Moderator at the Direct Selling Compliance Summit
- Larry Steinberg will be a moderator at the Direct Selling Compliance Summit, to be held January 19-21, 2020 in Salt Lake City. He will be moderating a Class Action Update Panel. This conference is the leading industry gathering for C Suite executives of direct selling and multi-marketing companies.
- 13
  
  Jan
  
  2020
- Richard Ormond, Visiting Professor at Loyola Law School
- Richard Ormond will be a visiting professor at Loyola Law School teaching Cannabis Business Law. His class will be exploring the complexities of this new practice area, legal considerations and pitfalls as well as corporate governance, tax considerations and secured transactions narrowly tailored for this new industry. Mr. Ormond will be teaching in the upcoming Spring 2020 Semester.

- 17
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Jeffrey Garfinkle, Speaker at San Francisco Bar Association Membership Luncheon
- - 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
  Jeffrey Garfinkle will be a presenter at the San Francisco Bar Association Membership Luncheon, on the topic “Bankruptcy Hardball: Do Bankruptcy Courts Unfairly Advantage Debtors to the Detriment of Creditors.”
- 11
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Anne Marie Ellis, Host of Prop 65 Compliance Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Anne Marie Ellis will be one of the speakers during a Strafford Live webinar on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 from 10:00- 11:30am PST/ 1:00-2:30pm EST. Ms. Ellis will be presenting on the topic of “Structuring Supply Chain Agreements: New Guidance on Prop 65 Compliance.”
  
  This CLE webinar will discuss the impact of California’s Proposition 65 on supply chain agreements. The panel will offer practical guidance on drafting (or amending) supply agreements to ensure compliance with the new regulation and explore how counsel representing manufacturers, producers, importers, and suppliers in both the up- and downstream supply chain can structure language to balance risk and mitigate potential losses from noncompliance.
- 05
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Adam Bass Panelist at Sandpiper Partner’s Midsized Firms: Opportunities & Challenges Briefing
- - 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will serve as a panelist and member of the advisory committee for Sandpiper Partner’s Midsized Firms: Opportunities & Challenges Briefing taking place on Thursday, December 5th at The City Club, 555 S. Flower Street. Sandpiper Partners, the largest organizer of “business of law” conferences has developed this new seminar to focus exclusively on the key topics midsized firms need to focus on today. Presentation topics include, innovation in the delivery of legal services in the office and with clients; state-of-the-market; competition; strategy; pricing models; profitability; mergers and acquisitions; data; laterals; retaining talent; service delivery; technology and innovation. Concrete examples of how savvy firms are revising their business models to be more agile, focusing on specialized practices, and marketing their services more effectively will also be offered.
- 05
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Adam Bass, Speaker at Sandpiper Partner’s Los Angeles/Orange County Legal Market 2020
- Adam Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will present at Sandpiper Partner’s twelfth annual Los Angeles/Orange County Legal Market 2020 on Lateral Talent & The Modern Law Firm. This seminar will focus exclusively on the key topics midsized firms need to focus on today. Other presentation topics include, innovation in the delivery of legal services in the office and with clients; state-of-the-market; competition; strategy; pricing models; profitability; mergers and acquisitions; data; retaining talent; service delivery; technology and innovation.
- 04
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker, Women Changing Law for the Better
- - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  Tracy Warren, speaker on “Women Changing Law for the Better” at the California Western School of Law on Wednesday, December 4, 2019 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Please see additional information below.
  
  5:30 – 6:15 p.m. — Tacos and drinks
  
  6:15 – 7:15 p.m. — Discussion
  
  7:15 – 7:30 p.m. — Q&A
  
  Seating is limited
  
  MCLE Credit will be provided
- 03
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the SDHR Forum
- - 7:15 AM - 9:30 AM
  Tracy Warren will be a speaker at the SDHR Forum on December 3, 2019 in San Diego, CA. She will be speaking on the topic “What’s Coming in 2020?” This is SDHR’s annual legal update to discuss all new statutes, key cases, and regulations that HR professionals need to know for 2020.
- 02
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Moderator at the California Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Affairs and Regulatory Compliance Conference
- - 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
  Michael Flynn will be moderating a panel on Examination Preparation at the California Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Affairs and Regulatory Compliance Conference at the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel and Spa. Buchalter will be sponsoring the conference, which will take place on December 2, with the panel beginning at 2:30-3:30 pm PT.
- 02
  
  Dec
  
  2019
- Melissa Richards, Speaker at California Mortgage Bankers Association
- Melissa Richards presents at the California Mortgage Bankers Association, 2019 Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference, on the topic “2019 Federal Legislative and Regulatory Update.”
  
  Click here for a copy of the presentation deck.
- 20
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Ernie Bootsma, Moderator at the OEN Westside PubTalk
- - 5:15 PM - 7:00 PM
  Ernie Bootsma will be the moderator at the Oregon Entrepreneurs Network (OEN) Westside PubTalk on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at 5:15pm at the Golden Valley Brewery & Restaurant in Beaverton, OR. Mr. Bootsma will be moderating the panel “Crowdfunding,” discussing:
  - Who crowdfunding is right for
  - How successful entrepreneurs attract investors
  - How to continue crowdfunding after reaching your goal
- 19
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Julian Gurule, Moderator at the UCLA School of Law
- - 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
  Julian Gurule will be a moderator at the UCLA School of Law on November 19, 2019 from 12:15-1:15 PM in Law School Room 1420. Mr. Gurule will be moderator the panel “An Insider’s Guide: Comparing Law Firms to In-House Counsel.” The panel will discuss the differences between practicing law at a firm and practicing as in-house corporate legal department.
- 14
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Gwenneth O'Hara, Moderator at the Association of Women in Water, Energy and Environment 2019 Conference
- Gwenneth O’Hara will be a moderator at the Association of Women in Water, Energy and Environment 2019 Conference on November 14th. She will be moderating the panel “Resilience Adaptation and Innovation.”
- 13
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Robert Zadek, Speaker at Funders Forum
- Robert Zadek will be a speaker on “Why the UCC Matters to Merchant Cash Advance Companies” at Funders Forum on November 13, 2019 in Washington DC.
  
  Mr. Zadek will discuss how merchant cash advance providers can best utilize all legally available remedies as they look to ensure performance with their contracts. Will include a review of UCC filings and how the tool can be of assistance to an MCA provider.
- 07
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Manuel Fishman, Speaker at the 21st Annual Commercial Real Estate Institute
- - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Manuel Fishman will be a speaker at the 21st Annual Commercial Real Estate Institute on November 7, 2019 at 11 a.m. Mr. Fishman will be speaking on “Commercial Leasing” and discuss the following:
  - Building a commercial lease—key provisions
  - Landlord v. tenant negotiation goals
  - Tenant construction and build-outs
    - Shifting the liability risks
    - Who bears what costs
    - Owner v. lessee rights
  - Impact of changing market on long-term leases
  - Assignment rights
  - Tech Incentives and “smart” buildings
  - Negotiating co-working Leases and shared spaces
- 07
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at the 2019 Annual Consumer Financial Services Conference
- Michael Flynn will Moderate a panel titled Mortgage Finance, Hot Topics of Mortgage Origination.
  
  The Conference on Consumer Finance Law 2019 Annual Consumer Financial Services Conference will be held November 7-8, 2019 at Texas A&M University School of Law, Ft. Worth, TX.
  
  The panels are comprised of top consumer finance lawyers who practice both at law firms and in house
  at financial industry companies. The Conference also provides excellent opportunities to expand your
  network.
  
  CLE Credits to Be Provided
- 07
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Shawn Christianson, Guest Lecturer at UC Hastings College of the Law
- Shawn Christianson will be a guest lecturer at UC Hastings College of the Law.
- 05
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- John Hosack, Speaker on CLE Strafford Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  John Hosack will speak on a live 90-minute CLE webinar titled, “Banking Issues in the Cannabis Industry: Managing Risk Under State and Federal Law.” This CLE webinar will examine banking issues presented by the conflict between the legalized use of marijuana in various states and its treatment as a controlled substance under federal law. The panel will discuss regulatory and enforcement risks associated with financing and taking deposits from marijuana-related businesses (MRBs), and best practices for mitigating those risks. The panel will also discuss proposed legislation which could legalize certain banking activities with cannabis businesses.
- 05
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Harumi Hata, Moderator at the 56th Annual Hawaii Tax Institute – Japan-U.S. Alliance Program
- Harumi Hata will be a moderator at the 56th Annual Hawaii Tax Institute – Japan-U.S. Alliance Program, sponsored by the Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation and Chaminade University of Honolulu, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Ms. Hata will be moderating the program, presented in Japanese, “U.S. Stock Markets and Other Financial Products for the Japanese Individuals and Families.”
- 05
  
  Nov
  
  2019
- Stephen J. Strauss, Speaker at Israeli-American Council Arts and Entertainment Event
- - 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  Mr. Strauss was a featured speaker on entertainment law at the Israeli-American Council Arts and Entertainment Revolving Tables Event in Los Angeles.
  
  When: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 – 7:00pm to 10:00pm
- 30
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Barry Smith, Speaker at the Risk Management Association Conference
- - 12:00 PM
  Barry Smith will be a speaker at the Risk Management Association Conference “Return of the Living Dead – A Special Assets Panel” on Wednesday, October 30th. Mr. Smith will be leading the panel with his topic “My Most Interesting Case.”
- 29
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Nora Sheriff, Moderator at the Conference of California Public Utility Counsel
- - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Nora Sheriff will be a moderator at the Conference of California Public Utility Counsel in Monterey, CA on Tuesday, October 29th at 9:30 a.m. Ms. Sheriff will moderate the panel “Challenging the Grid: Planning for a Reliable, Carbon-free Energy Future.”
- 25
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Oren Bitan and Anthony Napolitano, Panelists at Cannabis Business Law Conference
- - 1:10 PM - 2:20 PM
  Oren Bitan and Anthony Napolitano will be panelists on “Banking and Lending Solutions, Finance Considerations and Risks” at the Cannabis Business Law Conference on October 25, 2019 at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California.
- 25
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Richard Ormond, Moderator at Cannabis Business Law Conference
- Richard Ormond will moderate a panel on “Banking and Lending Solutions, Finance Considerations and Risks” at the Cannabis Business Law Conference on October 25, 2019 at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles, California.
- 25
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Oren Bitan, Panelist at the Trigild Lender Fall Conference
- - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  Oren Bitan will be a panelist at the Fall 2019 Trigild Lender Conference in San Diego from October 23-25, 2019. He will be speaking on a panel titiled “CRE Challenges and Opportunities in the Cannabis Industry.”
- 24
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Robert Zadek, Speaker at deBanked Connect San Diego Conference
- - 4:05 PM - 4:35 PM
  Robert Zadek will be a speaker at deBanked Connect San Diego on October 24, 2019 at the Hard Rock Hotel San Diego. Mr. Zadek will be speak on “The Legal Fate of the Golden State.”
- 24
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at Buchalter's San Diego Labor & Employment Seminar
- - San Diego
  Tracy Warren, speaker on “Hot Topics in California Employment Law For In House and General Counsel” on Thursday, October 24, 2019 in San Diego, California.
- 24
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Kathryn Fox, Speaker at Buchalter's San Diego Labor & Employment Seminar
- Kathryn Fox, speaker on “Dealing with Warlocks and Witches: Responding to Allegations of Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation; with Updates in Pay Equity” on Thursday, October 24, 2019 in San Diego, California
- 23
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Sarah Kozal, Moderator at the 11th Annual Transmission Summit West
- - 9:00 AM
- 22
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Sarah Kozal, Moderator at the 11th Annual Transmission Summit West
- - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- 22
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Eric Kennedy, Panelist at the ADAS & AV Legal Issues & Liabilities World Congress
- In this session, the panel will present and discuss complex design-defect and failure-to-warn cases, sophisticated discovery management and confidentiality of source codes. They will also discuss defenses asserted in recent cases and claims, the role of NHTSA and NTSB investigations, plus cooperation and potential conflicts among manufacturers, suppliers and ride-hailing providers.
- 18
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Julian Gurule, Speaker at the Financial Lawyers Conference
- - 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
  Julian Gurule will be a speaker at the Financial Lawyers’ Nuts & Bolts: In the Realm of Insolvency Conference on October 18, 2019 in the Buchalter Los Angeles Office. Mr. BGurule will speak on the topic of “Understanding Important Agreements in Restructurings: Forbearance Agreements, NDAs, Intercreditor Agreements, and More.” He will discuss the importance of understanding the underlying rights and obligations of the parties, and how an exit option may be permitted or precluded.
- 18
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Bernard "Bo" Bollinger, Speaker at the Financial Lawyers Conference
- - 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
  Bernard “Bo” Bollinger will be a speaker at the Financial Lawyers’ Nuts & Bolts: In the Realm of Insolvency Conference on October 18, 2019 in the Buchalter Los Angeles Office. Mr. Bollinger will speak on the topic of “Exit Options: Plans, Sales, Liquidation and Related Issues.” He will discuss what secured rights (if any) a creditor might have and the drivers of the borrower’s financial distress.
- 17
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Host of California Mortgage Bankers Association Webinar
- Michael Flynn will be a host of a California Mortgage Bankers Association Webinar on October 17th. He will be discussing the topic of “Practical Implications of the Conversion from LIBOR in Commercial and Residential Lending Transactions.”
- 15
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the Women Leaders in College Sports Convention
- Tracy Warren, speaker on “Mitigating Risk in College Athletics” at the Women Leaders in College Sports Convention on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.
- 15
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Adam J. Bass, Speaker at Citi Private Bank Law Firm Group’s Legal Leaders Dialogue Conference
- Adam J. Bass, President and Chief Executive Officer of Buchalter, will present at Citi Private Bank’s Law Firm Group’s Legal Leaders Dialogue conference taking place in Scottsdale, Arizona, October 15-16, 2019. He will address law firm growth and inclusivity. During the event, participants will have the opportunity to network with other Managing Partners of top Am Law firms and engage in topics currently affecting the legal industry. For more information and to register, click here.
- 11
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at Notre Dame Law School’s Sports, Communications, and Entertainment Law Forum (SCELF)
- - San Diego
  Tracy Warren, speaker at the Notre Dame Law School’s Sports, Communications, and Entertainment Law Forum (SCELF) on “Leading Today: Mitigating Risk from the Chair.”
- 10
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Joshua Robbins, Speaker at the Orange County Bar Association
- 07
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Barry Smith to Present at the Western Bankers Association 2019 Lenders and Chief Credit Officers Annual Conference
- The 2019 Lenders & Chief Credit Officers Conference brings together lending professionals from across the West Coast for four days of premier education and networking opportunities. Hear from business leaders, strategists, and peers during interactive sessions designed to explore shared opportunities and challenges, discuss examiner expectations, and develop a greater understanding of today’s marketplace.
  
  Conference topics include commercial and consumer lending trends, credit culture, risk management, loan growth, and legislative updates. In this collaborate and informative environment, attendees can look forward to confirming or changing their perspective on today’s most pressing issues and returning to their banks with actionable insights critical to organizational performance.
- 06
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn and Reed Mercado, Speaker at Western Bankers Association Lenders & Chief Credit Officers Conference
- - 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
  Michael Flynn and Reed Mercado will be a speaker at the Western Bankers Association Lenders & Chief Credit Officers Conference on the panel titled “Implications and Practical Issues in the Switch from the LIBOR Index to the SOFR Index” in Dana Point, CA.
- 03
  
  Oct
  
  2019
- Christopher Hossellman, Speaker at the Product Liability Advisory Council (PLAC) Fall 2019 Conference
- Chris Hossellman discusses “Automated Vehicle Technology and the Changing Role of the Driver” at the Product Liability Advisory Council 2019 Fall Conference.
  
  Description: The advent of new and automated vehicle technologies is poised to change the landscape of how people interact and operate vehicles and how manufacturers provide information about and design vehicles and vehicle components. These changes will undoubtedly impact the science and engineering surrounding the driver vehicle interaction and the data provided from the vehicle and available to the engineer to use in assessing performance. The implications of these changes will be discussed in a regulatory, legal, scientific, engineering and incident investigation perspective.
- 26
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at Buchalter's Napa Labor & Employment Seminar
- Tracy Warren, speaker on “2020 Updates in California Employment Law” on Thursday, September 26, 2019 in Napa, California.
- 26
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Jacqueline Vu, Speaker at Buchalter Napa Valley Employment Law Seminar
- Jacqueline Vu is a speaker at Buchalter Napa Valley Employment Law Seminar on the topic of “Millennials in the Workplace” in Napa Valley, California.
- 26
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Kathryn Fox, Speaker at Buchalter's Napa Labor & Employment Seminar
- Kathryn Fox, speaker on “Let it Breathe! Responding to Allegations of Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation; Updates in Pay Equity” on Thursday, September 26, 2019 in Napa, California.
- 25
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Firm General Counsel Summit
- 22
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at Mortgage Bankers Association Regulatory Compliance Conference
- - 4:45 PM - 6:00 PM
  Michael Flynn will be a speaker at the Mortgage Bankers Association Regulatory Compliance Conference on the panel titled, “Making the Grade: Practical Tips to Meet Compliance Standards Track: How to Ace Your HMDA and Fair Lending Exams” in Washington, D.C.
- 17
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Moderator at The Bar Association of San Francisco
- Valerie Bantner Peo will moderate “Bankruptcy Hardball,” at the Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section of The Bar Association of San Francisco on September 17, 2019 in San Francisco, California.
- 17
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Washington State Bar Association
- 13
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at the ABA Business Law Section Annual Meeting
- Michael Flynn will speak on the “Multifamily Lending: a Commercial Business, But Consumer Law Issues” panel at the American Bar Association’s Business Law Section Annual Meeting and will speak to the Banking Law Committee about the application of the Hoe Mortgage Disclosure Act to multifamily lenders.
- 12
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Farah Bhatti, Panelist at the MIP International Women's Leadership Chicago Forum
- - Orange County
  Farah Bhatti will be a panelist on “Successfully Managing and Protecting Your Brand” at the Managing Intellectual Property’s (MIP) International Women’s Leadership Forum on September 12, 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
  
  Topics that will be presented include:
  - Strategies for enforcement of online infringement
  - Adaptable anti-counterfeiting solutions – a case study
  - Copyright challenges with social media
  - Design rights and the challenges in protection and enforcement
- 10
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Harumi Hata, Speaker at the Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation
- Harumi Hata will be a speaker at the Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation in Tokyo, Japan. She will present, in Japanese, on the topic of “Investments and Inheritance Procedures in the U.S. and Related Role of Professionals.”
- 06
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Jason E. Goldstein and John L. Hosack, Panelist at the American College of Mortgage Attorneys' Annual Event
- At the American College of Mortgage Attorneys’ (“ACMA”) Annual Event, ACMA fellow Jason Goldstein, along with ACMA fellows John Hosack, Candace Cunningham, Jim Gosdin (Stewart Title) and Paul Hamman (First American) presented: “The New (and Improved) ALTA Policies: Are You Ready For Them?”
- 06
  
  Sep
  
  2019
- Harumi Hata, Speaker at the Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation
- Harumi Hata will be a speaker at the Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation in Osaka, Japan. She will present, in Japanese, on the topic of “Investments and Inheritance Procedures in the U.S. and Related Role of Professionals.”
- 28
  
  Aug
  
  2019
- Robert Willner, Panelist on Secured Finance Network (formerly known as Commercial Finance Association) Webinar
- - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Robert Willner will be a panelist on a webinar with the Secured Finance Network (formerly known as Commercial Finance Association) entitled “Nuts and Bolts of Leveraged ESOP Finance” on August 28, 2019 from 11 AM – 12 PM (PST).
- 01
  
  Aug
  
  2019
- Manuel Fishman, Moderator at BisNow
- Manuel Fishman moderates a panel on “The State of Retail in the Bay Area” on August 1, 2019 in San Francisco, CA.
  
  WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- How are notable brands with street front stores adjusting and adapting in a shifting consumer landscape?
- What challenges does San Francisco pose to an evolving retail market? What have been some notable successes in recent memory?
- How are modern malls reinventing themselves and leveraging placemaking to attract consumers
- What role do restaurants play in the current state of retail? What can retail brands learn from their restaurateur neighbors?
- What can the city do to better support retailers, landlords, and developers?
- 27
  
  Jul
  
  2019
- John Hosack, Jason Goldstein, and Michael Flynn Speakers at CMA
- John Hosack, Jason Goldstein, and Michael Flynn to present “It May Be Legal, But Is It Unconscionable and Not Enforceable.”
- 25
  
  Jul
  
  2019
- John Hosack, Jason Goldstein, and Michael Flynn Speakers at CMA 2019 Summer Seminar in San Diego
- John, Jason, and Michael will be speakers on a panel at the California Mortgage Association Summer Seminar in San Diego. The panel entitled “Avoiding Unconscionability Claims: Five Areas to Consider,” will discuss steps and give you actionable ideas that will help you reduce risk while you write and/or service loans.
- 18
  
  Jul
  
  2019
- Gary Wolensky, Speaker at ACI's Automotive Products Liability Conference
- - 3:00 PM
  - Orange County
  Gary Wolensky, will be speaking on “Autonomous Vehicle Liabilities: Assessing Litigation Hurdles Due to Lack of Regulatory Oversight” at ACI’s Automotive Product Liability Litigation Conference on July 18, 2019 in Chicago, IL.
- 10
  
  Jul
  
  2019
- Melissa Richards, Speaker at Mortgage Bankers Association
- Melissa Richards presents at MBA’s Human Resources Professionals Networking Group on the topic of “Responsible Onboarding and Offboarding of Residential Mortgage Loan Officers”.
  
  Click here to view slide deck.
- 09
  
  Jul
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at the CA State Bar Financial Institutions Committee Meeting
- Michael Flynn will be a speaker at the CA State Bar Financial Institutions Committee meeting and will discuss compliance and risk oversight issues.
- 28
  
  Jun
  
  2019
- Michael Myers, Speaker at State Bar of Arizona 2019 Convention
- Michael Myers speaks on “Retail Apocalypse: The State of Retail Bankruptcies” at the State Bar of Arizona 2019 Convention, June 28, 2019.
- 20
  
  Jun
  
  2019
- Mary Rose, Moderator at Bisnow National Healthcare West
- Mary Rose will moderate the panel entitled “Case Study: Advanced Health Sciences Pavilion, Level 4, Cedars-Sinai” at the Bisnow National Healthcare West Conference on Innovation, Expansion and Opportunities in Healthcare.
- 18
  
  Jun
  
  2019
- Michael Muse-Fisher, Moderator of the Los Angeles California Receivers Forum
- 01
  
  Jun
  
  2019
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at CAI National Conference
- 29
  
  May
  
  2019
- Stephen Strauss, Adjunct Professor at Southwestern Law School
- Stephen Strauss will again be an Adjunct Professor teaching a summer Trademark Law course at Southwestern Law School from May 29 to July 18, 2019.
- 22
  
  May
  
  2019
- Michael Muse-Fisher, Speaker at the LACBA “Vice” Receiverships
- 22
  
  May
  
  2019
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Holland & Knight Program
- 17
  
  May
  
  2019
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Presenter at California Bankruptcy Forum
- Valerie presented the “Judges’ Roundtable” at the California Bankruptcy Forum 31st Annual Conference Education Program at Westin Mission Hills, California.
  
  Click here for more info.
- 16
  
  May
  
  2019
- Karl Gerner, Panelist at DAMA Day 2019
- DAMA Day 2019 – Let’s Talk Data Democratization and Data Privacy
  
  Panel: The Data Ethics of Emerging Technologies
  
  Presented by Karen Nadler, Karl Gerner, Tonya Gissleberg, David Rice
  
  New technologies have created a surge in the collection, use and volume of data. Artificial Intelligence (AI) enables the processing of enormous quantities of information, allowing it to identify data patterns and make decisions on a scale and pace beyond what humans can do. Internet-connected devices (referred to as the Internet of Things or IoT) collect data about their environment constantly, including where people are and what they are doing. Autonomous Vehicles (AV) use data sets and algorithms to able to travel with less and less human intervention over time. Facial recognition software makes it easier to identify people quickly and automatically.
  
  There are tremendous societal, business and individual benefits to these technologies. But there are also risks and questions.
  
  What are the ethics associated with these technologies? What happens when inputs and algorithms lead AI to create and reinforce data bias? What are the privacy and security concerns associated with IoT and facial recognition? What are the ethical issues associated with AVs that must “decide” how to respond in an emergency? Are data ethics uniform across technologies or are they specific to each one?
  
  What duties do the creators of these technologies owe to the people whose data is collected and used, if any? Will the US answer these questions in the same way as the rest of the world? How is the law shifting to address these concerns?
  
  For more information click here.
- 09
  
  May
  
  2019
- Barry Smith, Speaker at the Special Assets Management Association Annual Ojai Conference
- Barry Smith will be a speaker at the Special Assets Management Association 10th Annual Conference in Ojai, CA. Barry will be speaking on the topic of “Prejudgment and Post Judgment Remedies and Alternatives.”
- 09
  
  May
  
  2019
- Dylan Wiseman, Speaker at the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of Orange County
- - 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  Dylan Wiseman will be a speaker at the Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers of Orange County (IIABOC). He will speak on the topic of “Everything You Wanted to Know About Trade Secret Litigation (But Didn’t Want to Spend a Year in Expensive Litigation to Learn).”
- 09
  
  May
  
  2019
- Manuel Fishman, Moderator at the San Francisco CRE Tech Summit
- Manuel Fishman moderates a panel on “Tech’s Impact on Property Management, Sustainability, and the Built Space” on May 9, 2018 in San Francisco, CA.
  
  WHY THIS MATTERS
  
  We once thought technology would merely change our lives. In 2019 it is now clear that technology is changing our cities. Not only has rideshare, the once buzzy word in tech and urban planning, been replaced by “floating transport” (referencing Bird, Lime, Jump, et al), but on-demand offerings at our fingertips seem to be multiplying like tribbles.
  
  When these trends are combined with the brilliance behind AI and Machine Learning which have made their way into things such as logistics, transportation, urban planning, and design, one thing is certain: the Urban Tech renaissance has arrived.
  
  Nowhere is this more evident than the Bay Area, the global birthplace of both innovation and venture capital. From startups like SF-based Bumblebee (utilizing robotics and an AI stack) who want to store your bed in your ceiling when you’re awake to industry titan JLL’s PAT and RED platforms, data-driven Urban Tech is not only the future of commercial real estate but the cities the CRE industry helps build.
- 07
  
  May
  
  2019
- Shawn Christianson, Speaker at the Barristers Club of San Francisco Bar Association
- - 5:30 PM - 7:15 PM
  Shawn Christianson will be panelist on “Practical Courtroom Tips for Young Lawyers” at the Barristers Club of San Francisco Bar Association.
  
  This panel will teach attorneys practical steps to develop their courtroom experience. The esteemed panelists will discuss variety of topics, including ways to get new lawyers in the courtroom, how to best prepare themselves, and educating new lawyers on the procedural tools that are already readily available.
  
  This panel will feature sitting Judge Hannah Blumentiel of the United States Bankruptcy Court, Northern District of California.
- 06
  
  May
  
  2019
- Bob Zadek, Panelist at Broker Fair 2019
- - 11:20 AM - 11:50 AM
  Bob Zadek will be a panelist for the 2019 Broker Fair presented by deBanked in New York. He will discuss regulatory and legislative matters.
- 06
  
  May
  
  2019
- Harumi Hata, Panelist at the Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association
- Harumi Hata will be a panelist at the Dai-ichi Tokyo Bar Association in Tokyo, Japan in May 2019. The panel discussion will cover the topic of “International Mediation and Arbitration: Recent Developments and Current Use in Japan and the U.S.”
- 04
  
  May
  
  2019
- Kari Barnes, Speaker at the 2019 Orange County Legal Tech Conference
- - 1:30 PM
  - Orange County
  Kari Barnes discusses “The Cyberthreat Landscape for Law Firms” at the 2019 Orange County Legal Tech Conference on May 4, 2019 in Santa Ana, CA. Learn best practices for data privacy and network security compliance, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- 04
  
  May
  
  2019
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at CAI South Bay Educational Luncheon
- 02
  
  May
  
  2019
- Sarah Kozal, Moderator at California Renewable Energy Procurement Summit
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Sarah Kozal will moderate the California Renewable Energy Procurement Summit on the topic of “Municipal and Public Owned Utility Renewable Energy Procurement Plans and Initiatives.”
  
  California Renewable Energy Procurement will bring together CCAs, Munis, IOUs, ESPs and developers to strategize and discuss:
  - How they can align their individual procurement goals
  - How upcoming regulations will influence short and long-term procurement
  - What creative development solutions are available to get the ball rolling on new procurement
  - How CCA and other smaller projects can be financed to get them off the ground
- 01
  
  May
  
  2019
- Katrina Solomatina, CAI Stockton Educational Luncheon
- 29
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Nora Sheriff, Panelist at the Commission on Catastrophic Wildfire Cost and Recovery Meeting
- - 9:00 AM
  Nora Sheriff was a panelist at the Commission on Catastrophic Wildfire Cost and Recovery Meeting. She spoke on issues before the Commision including:
  - Utility wildfire liability, and cost recovery standards
  - Wildfire fund and/or other funding mechanisms
  - Homeowners’ insurance availability and affordability, and household and community wildfire mitigation and protection
- 25
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Jason Goldstein, Speaker at CMA 2019 Spring Seminar in San Francisco
- - 2:40 PM - 3:40 PM
  Jason Goldstein will be a speaker on a panel at the California Mortgage Association Spring Seminar in San Francisco. The panel entitled “2019 Legal and Regulatory Review,” will provide updates on laws, regulations, enforcement issues and significant cases that impact your operations.
- 17
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Jennifer A. Smith, Speaker at National Credit Union Collections Alliance Annual Conference
- - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  Jennifer A. Smith will speak at the National Credit Union Collections Alliance Annual Conference in Las Vegas April 15- 17. Jennifer will speak on the “Legal Topics Roundtable” and will highlight the main issues seen by the CFP, updates on FDCPA and other potential updates coming next year.
- 17
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- John Epperson, Moderator at the Bar Association of San Francisco
- - 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
  John Epperson will be a moderator at the Bar Association of San Francisco presented by the Environmental Law Section entitled “California Legislative and Regulatory Update.”
- 12
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Dylan Wiseman, Speaker at Pacific Interstate Insurance Brokers Annual Meeting
- Dylan will present on the topic of “California Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition,” at Pacific Interstate Insurance Brokers Annual Meeting in Newport Beach, California.
  
  Dylan will discuss the risk, pitfalls, and common misconceptions about ownership of customer relationships and what constitutes unfair competition in California.
- 10
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Susan White, Speaker on CLE Strafford Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Susan White will speak on a live 90-minute CLE webinar titled, “Coverage and Bad Faith Litigation: Depositions of Insurance Claims Handlers or Representatives.” She will host an interactive Q&A and will discuss deposition strategies from perspectives of both insurers and policyholders.
- 05
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at San Diego Women's Week Conference
- - 3:05 PM - 3:30 PM
  Tracy Warren presented at the San Diego Women’s Week Conference on “Breaking Barriers.”
  
  From broadcasting to the boardroom, Tracy has been breaking barriers in male dominated industries from the onset of her careers as a sportscaster and an employment attorney. Noting that, “Sometimes the locker rooms are better than the courtrooms” because she was always treated with civility.
  
  Breaking Barriers challenges women to focus on how they can utilize their individual skills and talents to excel in traditionally male-dominated industries, and realize that truly the only barriers we face are those we create for ourselves.
- 04
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Gary Wolensky, Speaker at the 2019 Emerging Issues In Motor Vehicle Product Liability Litigation Program
- - 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Gary Wolensky will be a panelist on “It’s A Stronger Seat, But Is It Safer? Prosecuting And Defending The Modern Front Seat Case” at the 2019 Emerging Issues In Motor Vehicle Product Liability Litigation Program. The program will be held at the Hotel De Coronado in San Diego, CA.
- 03
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Bob Zadek, Keynote Speaker at the Annual Convention of the International Factoring Association
- Bob Zadek has been a keynote Speaker at the Annual Convention of the International Factoring Association for 22 years under the topic “Factoring in the Courts.”
  
  This course is designed to help novices and seasoned factoring professionals, attorneys, and accountants build and strengthen their factoring know-how. His unique program devotes considerable time to revenue enhancing techniques and will increase your awareness of the factoring industry’s challenges and opportunities. This powerfully presented program provides the opportunity to learn about the most recent and relevant legal issues in today’s factoring industry.
  
  More information can be found here.
- 02
  
  Apr
  
  2019
- Dawn Knepper and Anne Marie Ellis, Hosts of Buchalter Breakfast and Learn
- - 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  - Orange County
  Hot Topics for Business: What a Company Should Know for 2019
  
  Please join us for a breakfast and 1 hour complimentary CLE.
  
  Dawn Knepper, will discuss how to insure compliance with the new sexual harassment training requirements, which have a direct impact on employers of all sizes in the state of California. Anne Marie Ellis will discuss what your company must know about predatory Prop. 65 and ADA claims, and how to prepare for and defend against them.
  
  RSVP to: [email protected]
- 28
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Richard Ormond, Speaker at The Business of Marijuana Seminar
- - 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM
  Richard Ormond will speak on “Risks And Rewards For Private Equity Investments In The Cannabis Industry” at The Business of Marijuana seminar in Santa Monica, CA on March 28.
- 23
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Daniel H. Slate, Co-Speaker at Southeastern Bankruptcy Law Institute Conference
- - 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
  Daniel H. Slate will speak at the 45th Annual Southeastern Bankruptcy Law Institute seminar in Atlanta March 21- 23. He will speak on “TIME WAITS FOR NO ONE. EXCEPT IN BANKRUPTCY. SOMETIMES. Understanding the Benefits and Limitations of Section 108 and other bankruptcy statutes of limitation” on March 23.
  
  The commencement of a bankruptcy may affect litigation deadlines, jurisdictional and otherwise, which can keep lawyers up at night pondering the imponderable: how the Dickens can the client continue to assert its claims? And, of course, the consequences of a slight miscue can be devastating to your client (and perhaps to your career). This session will explore the impact of Section 108 on non-bankruptcy-related time limitations affecting the rights of various parties in a bankruptcy case, including (i) the extension for the debtor or trustee of the period to commence litigation or take certain actions (such as exercising rights of redemption), (ii) the applicability and operation of the statutes of limitations on avoidance actions, (iii) possible tolling of bankruptcy actions, and other deadlines, and (iv) the interaction of Section 108 with other sections of the Bankruptcy Code or with non-bankruptcy statutes.
- 22
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Daniel H. Slate, Speaker at Southeastern Bankruptcy Law Institute
- - 1:40 PM - 3:00 PM
  Daniel H. Slate will speak at the 45th Annual Southeastern Bankruptcy Law Institute seminar in Atlanta March 21- 23. He will speak on “Claims Trading – Buyers, Sellers, and Debtors Beware!!” Friday, March 22.
  
  The panel will explore recent and significant case developments addressing claims trading, including: (i) risks associated with claims trading; (ii) limitations on the assignability of claims and/or the right to vote an assigned claim; (iii) potential claim designation; (iv) “bad faith” associated with purchasing claims to support/reject a plan; and (iv) the “proper” classification/designation of claims purchased by/from insiders.
- 21
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Tom Speiss, Panelist on Corporate Counsel Roundtable
- Thomas J. Speiss, III, panelist on the IP Protection for a Unicorn: Procore’s Prespectives “Corporate Counsel Roundtable” on March 21st.
- 17
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Farah Bhatti, Panelist and Speaker at SourceDirect at ASD
- Farah Bhatti will be a panelist on “Sourcing 101” and “Sourcing 102,” and will be a speaker on “How to Protect Your IP: Key IP Management Tips For Start-ups and Growing Business” at SourceDirect at the ASD Trade Show on March 17th – 18th in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- 14
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- John Hosack, Speaker at the Committee of Title Insurance Committees
- John Hosack will be a speaker at the Committee of Title Insurance Committees on the topic of “Bankers Trust Company v. Transamerica Title Insurance Company” on March 14, 2019.
- 05
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Masahisa Mitsunaga Speaker at Japan External Trade Organization
- Masahisa Mitsunaga will be a speaker at the Japan External Trade Organization in Japan and will speak on the topic of “Critical Points in Negotiating Content-Related Deals.”
- 05
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Bob Zadek, Moderator at the Annual Joint Meeting of the New York Institute of Credit and International Factoring Association
- Bob Zadek has been a panel discussion leader since 2010 on “Legal Issues in Factoring” at the annual Joint Meeting of the New York Institute of Credit and International Factoring Association in March each year in New York.
- 01
  
  Mar
  
  2019
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at San Francisco Federal Reserve Bank Annual Conference
- 27
  
  Feb
  
  2019
- Stephen J. Strauss, Host of Inn of St. Ives at Southwestern Law School
- Stephen Strauss will host and moderate the Inn of St. Ives Dinner at Southwestern Law School on February 27, 2019. The topic of the dinner is “The Copyright Registration Paradox – How Will the Supremes Rule’.
- 06
  
  Feb
  
  2019
- Michael Williamson, Moderator at BisNow
- Michael Williamson will moderate “OZ Tracts in San Francisco.” Examining the City’s approved OZ tracts. What can residents, investors, and developers expect?
  
  What You’ll Learn:
  1. What are Opportunity Zones and what is a Qualified Opportunity Fund?
  2. What are the benefits of investing in Opportunity Zones and how does OZ investing work?
  3. How do developers and investors in OZs and Qualified Opportunity Funds expect their projects to spur economic development in Sacramento?
  4. Of the tracts of land designated as Opportunity Zones by Governor Jerry Brown, which are most ripe for investment and what makes them more desirable (and possibly profitable) than the others?
  5. What are some of the benefits and challenges the regulation has created for investors and who is presently best positioned to take advantage of the program?
- 29
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Bill Holbrow and Kari Barnes, Panelists at the Additive Manufacturing Strategies Conference
- - 2:45 PM
  Bill Holbrow and Kari Barnes, panelists at the Additive Manufacturing Strategies Conference on January 30, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. They will discuss “Ceramics and Composite for Additive Manufacturing Dentistry.” See topic description below.
  
  Explore latest additive manufacturing trends and techniques using ceramics and composite materials in dentistry along with legal implications and associated issues of additive manufacturing from the perspective of intellectual property rights protection and enforcement.
- 25
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the SOAR Symposium in Austin, Texas
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the SOAR Symposium in Austin, Texas. Ms. Warren will discuss topics including pay equity, contract negotiation, developing positive relationships in athletics and in the community.
- 24
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Larry Steinberg, Panelist at Direct Selling Legal & Compliance Summit
- - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  Lawrence B. Steinberg, chair of the firm’s Multi-level Marketing Practice Group, will be speaking on a panel at the Direct Selling Legal & Compliance Summit on January 24, 2019 in Austin, Texas. The panel is entitled, “Feeding Frenzy: Class Action & Litigation Update,” and will provide a litigation update to C-Level executives and general counsels of network marketing companies from all over the country. Buchalter’s MLM Industry Practice Group was recently ranked by “Social Selling News” as the number one law firm in the country providing legal services to direct selling clients.
- 15
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Oren Bitan, Resident Speaker at the National Business Institute Live Seminar: Marijuana Law in California
- - 9:00 AM
  Know the Salient Points of Marijuana Laws and Effectively Advise Your Clients
  
  The legalization of marijuana has created business opportunities, but it has also created many questions and uncertainties for professionals advising businesses due to the position of the federal government. What are possible federal responses to legalized cannabis? What types of businesses does state law allow, and how does a potential business owner obtain a permit? When are you potentially violating federal law by merely assisting a client? Learn the answers to these questions and more – register today!
  - Understand how the federal government can use forfeiture laws to close marijuana-related businesses.
  - Evaluate the current banking landscape and determine whether a cannabusiness can obtain financing.
  - Ensure marijuana business clients have business policies and procedures in place that help them avoid legal scrutiny.
  - Confidently advise clients on all aspects of the marijuana business licensing process.
  - Gain practical legal tips on cannabis product packaging, labeling and testing.
  - Recognize the state and federal tax implications for cannabis-related businesses.
  - Analyze the ethical implications of advising cannabis business clients.
  Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2019
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Le Meridien
  333 Battery Street
  San Francisco, CA 94111
  Register Here
- 15
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the 2019 National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Annual Convention
- Tracy Warren presented on “The Business of Being a Coach” at the 2019 National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Annual Convention on January 15-17, 2019.
  
  Tracy will be addressing issues related to university, NCAA and school investigations in the coaching arena. She also will educate attendees on taking charge of their contract negotiations.
  
  Tracy Warren represents both national and international clients in employment matters involving single plaintiff and class action defense. She advises, counsels, trains and litigates in areas including NCAA bylaw compliance and other matters of legal compliance. Tracy also serves as outside counsel to the National Association of Sports Commissions and Women Leaders in College Sports.
- 08
  
  Jan
  
  2019
- Michael Williamson, Speaker on Tax Opportunity Zones Webinar
- - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Michael Williamson will be joined by Joshua Perttula as co-hosts of “Tax Opportunity Zones” webinar.
  
  “Opportunity Zones” are census tracts designated by state governors in which qualifying investments receive substantial tax breaks. The tax breaks include the deferral of federal capital gains tax, the reduction of that tax and the elimination of subsequent capital gains tax on some or all of the appreciation on the investment. A creation of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, Opportunity Zones are intended to stimulate long term investment in low-income census tracts by rewarding investors with meaningful tax benefits.
  
  Date / Time: January 8, 2019
  
  •   12:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern
  •   11:00 am – 1:00 pm Central
  •   10:00 am – 12:00 pm Mountain
  •   9:00 am – 11:00 am Pacific
  
  Choose a format:
  
  •   Live Video Broadcast/Re-Broadcast: Watch Program “live” in real-time, must sign-in and watch program on date and time set above. May ask questions during presentation via chat box. Qualifies for “live” CLE credit.
  •   On-Demand Video: Access CLE 24/7 via on-demand library and watch program anytime. Qualifies for self-study CLE credit. On-demand versions are made available 7 business days after the original recording date and are view-able for up to one year.

- 13
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Michael Worth, Speaker at National Business Institute's (NBI) Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 1:15 PM
  Michael Worth will be a speaker at National Business Institute’s (NBI) webinar “Finding Debtors and Debtor’s Assets.” NBI provides practical, skill-based CLE seminars and online CLE courses that can be applied to daily work. From national webcasts to in-person seminars, they offer the full gamut of training formats for continuing legal education.
  
  Date
  Thursday, December 13, 2018
  
  Time
  Eastern: 1:00 PM – 4:15 PM
  Central: 12:00 PM – 3:15 PM
  Mountain: 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM
  Pacific: 10:00 AM – 1:15 PM
- 11
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Jacqueline Vu, Speaker at Buchalter San Diego Employment Law Seminar
- Jacqueline Vu is a speaker at Buchalter’s Employment Law Seminar on the topic of “Don’t Let the Ball Drop: Best Practices in Employee Relations and Investigations” in San Diego, California.
- 11
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Buchalter Hosting New Year's Resolutions for California Employers
- - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  - San Diego
  Buchalter’s new San Diego office helps Southern California employers ring in the new year! Join us as we discuss legal developments impacting employers of every size in California. We will also be providing 2019 best practices for California employers! Topics include the impact of the #MeToo movement, best practices for employee investigations, changes in the law regarding independent contractors, trends in class actions and PAGA cases, trade secret litigation, reasonable accommodation and leave laws, as well as other 2019 employment updates.
  
  CLE credit will be provided.
  
  Please Join Us! – Employment Law Seminar – December 11, 2018
- 08
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Jeannie Kim, Panelist at American Bankruptcy Institute Winter Leadership Conference
- Jeannie Kim joins a panel to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of filing bankruptcy under chapter 15 vs. chapter 11 in the U.S. where the prospective debtor is a multinational company, and the potential consequences of each type of filing across the capital structure of the company (e.g., secured creditors, unsecured creditors, equity, etc.). The panelists, all ABI 2017 “40 Under 40” honorees, will contrast the insolvency laws of specific countries with the U.S. Bankruptcy Code, and explain how these comparisons can ultimately guide a company’s decision on whether to file e in the U.S. and, if so, under what chapter.
  
  American Bankruptcy Institute Winter Leadership Conference held in Scottsdale, Arizona on December 6-8, 2018.
- 05
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- John Hosack, Speaker at American Bar Association Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section
- John L. Hosack will speak on a webinar sponsored by the Real Property, Trust and Estate Law Section (“RPTE”) of the American Bar Association on the topic of “Title Insurance: What Coverage to Get and How to (Try to) Sustain It.”
- 04
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the San Diego HR Forum
- - 7:30 AM
  - San Diego
  Tracy Warren will be a speaker on “Women on Corporate Boards and Other Issues of Corporate Governance” at the 2019 SDHR Forum Annual Employment Law Update on December 4, 2018.
- 04
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Anne Marie Ellis, Presenter of Strafford Webinar
- - 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  Anne Marie Ellis discusses “Structuring Supply Chain Agreements: New Guidance on Prop 65 Compliance,” during a Strafford Webinar.
  
  This CLE webinar will discuss the impact of California’s Proposition 65 on supply chain agreements. Our panel will offer practical guidance on drafting (or amending) supply agreements to ensure compliance with the new regulation and explore how counsel representing manufacturers, producers, importers, and suppliers in both the up- and downstream supply chain can structure language to balance risk and mitigate potential losses from noncompliance.
  
  Click here for more information.
- 04
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Oren Bitan, Resident Speaker at the National Business Institute Live Seminar: Cannabis Business Law in California
- - 9:00 AM
  Know the Salient Points of Recent Marijuana Laws and Effectively Advise Your Clients
  
  Recent legislation and initiatives are paving the way for many new business opportunities in the cannabis industry. It has also created many questions and uncertainties for professionals advising these new businesses. What are possible federal responses to legalized cannabis? What types of businesses does the law allow, and how does a potential business owner obtain a permit? When are you potentially violating federal law by merely assisting a client? Learn the answers to these questions and more – register today!
  - Understand how the federal government can use forfeiture laws to close marijuana-related businesses.
  - Evaluate the current banking landscape and determine whether a cannabusiness can obtain financing.
  - Ensure marijuana business clients have business policies and procedures in place that help them avoid legal scrutiny.
  - Confidently advise clients on all aspects of the marijuana business licensing process.
  - Gain practical legal tips on cannabis product packaging, labeling and testing.
  - Recognize the state and federal tax implications for cannabis-related businesses.
  - Analyze the ethical implications of advising cannabis business clients.
  Seminar Information
  
  Date: Tuesday, December 4, 2018
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Hilton Garden Inn Oxnard/Camarillo
  2000 Solar Drive
  Oxnard, CA 93036
  Register Here
  
  Date: Friday, December 7, 2018
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Hilton Pasadena
  168 South Los Robles
  Pasadena, CA 91101
  Register Here
  
  Date: Wednesday, January 23, 2019
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Holiday Inn Santa Ana- Orange County Airport
  2726 South Grand Avenue
  Santa Ana, CA 92705
  Register Here
  
  Date: Monday, January 28, 2019
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Hilton Garden Inn Palm Springs/ Rancho Mirage
  71-700 Highway 111
  Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
  Register Here
  
  Date: Thursday, January 31, 2019
  Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  Location:
  Courtyard San Diego Oceanside
  3501 Seagate Way
  Oceanside, CA 92056
  Register Here
- 04
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Kathryn Fox, Speaker at the San Diego HR Forum
- Kathryn Fox, speaker on “Women on Corporate Boards and Other Issues of Corporate Governance” at the 2019 SDHR Forum Annual Employment Law Update on December 4, 2018.
- 03
  
  Dec
  
  2018
- Jason Goldstein, Panelist at California MBA's Conference
- Jason Goldstein, a panelist at California MBA’s Legal Issues & Regulatory Compliance Conference and will discuss 2018 Litigation Updates on December 3-4, 2018.
- 29
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Buchalter Presents: StartUp Financing Bootcamp
- - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  - Sacramento
  Buchalter and Ernst & Young are teaming up to provide a financing bootcamp for local startups. The workshop will consist of sessions led by attorneys at Buchalter and accountants at Ernst and Young.
  BUCHALTER PRESENTS: STARTUP FINANCING BOOTCAMP
  Overview of a Term Sheet
  Presented by: Jim Dyer
  
  Term sheets form the basis of any capital-raising transaction and outline the key terms and conditions of an investment. Knowing how to negotiate these terms and focusing on the most important issues in a deal can be critical to a company’s success.
  
  Jim Dyer will provide a high-level overview of term sheets and tips for navigating through them. Discussion topics include:
  - the general purpose of a term sheet
  - binding and nonbinding terms
  - the material terms of a term sheet for capital raising
  - introduction to the related agreements that come afterwards; and
  - practice tips for the negotiation
  Protecting Your Intellectual Property: Internal and External Risks
  Presented by: Dylan Wiseman
  
  Many startup entrepreneurs are not aware of California laws around the ownership of intellectual property. The concepts for products or services are the life-blood of a company’s operations and future. There are various junctures where a startup’s IP could potentially be disclosed – raising capital, recruiting employees, beta testing or testing a prototype, and in day-to-day meetings.
  
  Dylan Wiseman will discuss the importance of protecting intellectual property each start-up should take in both legal and technical measures.
  ERNST & YOUNG PRESENTS: AVOIDING TAX AND FINANCIAL BLUNDERS FOR STARTUPS
  Overview
  Presented by: Jason Petersen & Ray Loyd
  
  Startups run in many directions at the same time. Driving the business, including obtaining the financing to do so, takes a lot of management’s bandwidth and can lead to making some costly mistakes in the areas of taxes and financial reporting.
  
  Jason Petersen and Ray Loyd, Partners with Ernst & Young, will draw upon their years of experience serving startups and growing companies to provide an overview of frequent oversights and how to avoid them.
- 28
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Sarah Kozal, Presenter at Community Choice Energy Summit
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Sarah Kozal will present on “The California Energy Market and CCA Fundamentals” at the Community Choice Energy Summit.
  
  This workshop is a 101-style tutorial providing a basic understanding of the makeup of the California energy market and the key elements and requirements for creating and operating a CCA. The workshop will be interactive, so bring your questions.
- 26
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Tracy Warren, Moderator at the North San Diego Business Chamber
- - 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  - San Diego
  Tracy Warren will be a moderator on the “2019 Employment Law Changes and Challenges” at the North San Diego Business Chamber on November 26, 2018.
  
  Learn what employment law changes and challenges businesses will face in 2019 and how these laws will impact your company’s bottom line.
  
  Topics to include, but not limited to:
  
  New 2019 Laws: Wages, time off and expenses
  
  Contractor or Employee? – New laws, know the difference and your risk in non-compliance
- 09
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Speaker at Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum 2018 Fall Symposium
- Valerie Bantner Peo will present at the Sacramento Valley Bankruptcy Forum 2018 Fall Symposium on the topics of “Trials in Bankruptcy Court,” and “Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Issues,” on November 9, 2018 in Sacramento, California.
- 08
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Manuel Fishman, Speaker at the 20th Annual Commercial Real Estate Institute
- - 11:00 AM - 12:30 AM
  - San Francisco
  Buchalter Shareholder Manuel Fishman will be speaking on the topic of Commercial Leasing at the 20th Annual Commercial Real Estate Institute seminar in San Francisco, CA.
  
  According to pli.edu, the seminar will assist with “improving the skills of identifying, appreciating and weighing your client’s leverage in negotiating the commercial real estate fundamentals (rents, vacancy rates and development activity) will be the focus of the 2018 Commercial Real Estate Institute. Practitioners with this understanding will find it easier to achieve and maintain a viable real estate practice where their advice adds value. This program helps practicing attorneys enhance those abilities while performing the traditional transactional skills, and while developing workout and enforcement skills, so that they can help their clients take advantage of their leverage and regain any lost footing more quickly.”
- 07
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Oren Bitan and Richard Ormond, Speakers at the Commercial Real Estate & Lending Conference
- - 8:00 AM
  Oren Bitan and Richard Ormond will speak at the Commercial Real Estate & Lending Conference in Northern California on Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate: Navigating The Mine Fields.
- 05
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata Speaker at the 55th Annual Hawaii Tax Institute
- Harumi Hata will be a speaker at the 55th Annual Hawaii Tax Institute – Japan U.S. Alliance Program, sponsored by Hawaii Tax Institute Foundation and Chaminade University of Honolulu. She will be presenting, in Japanese, on the topic of “U.S. Business Organizations.”
- 02
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Dawn Knepper, Speaker at the Association of Women in Water, Energy & Environment (AWWEE) - 2018 Leadership & Professional Development Conference
- Dawn Knepper discusses “#MeToo: Recognizing and Handling Harassment in the Workplace” at the Association of Women in Water, Energy & Environment (AWWEE) – 2018 Leadership & Professional Development Conference in La Jolla, CA.
- 02
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Christopher Hossellman, Speaker at the Product Liability Advisory Council 2018 Fall Conference
- Chris Hossellman discusses “Consumer Products – Communications Decency Act” at the Product Liability Advisory Council 2018 Fall Conference in Dana Point, CA.
  
  Description: One of the newest issues on PLAC’s radar, outside traditional product liability, is the interpretation of the Communications Decency Act, 47 USC 230, which effectively provides a “get out of jail free” card for ecommerce retailers, thereby placing traditional PLAC retailers at a significant disadvantage. What are the pros and cons?
- 01
  
  Nov
  
  2018
- Oren Bitan and Richard Ormond, Speakers at Pincus Professional Education
- - 9:00 AM
  Recreational and Medical Marijuana Law and Business in California (CA)
  Regulations Update: The Good, The Bad and the Ugly
  Rolling Out the California Adult Use Act
  - An introduction to MMRSA, Prop 64 and MAUCRSA
  - Updates and Changes to State Regulations and Law since January 1, 2018
  - Powers and Roles of State Regulatory Agencies (BCC, CDFA, CDTFA, Dept. Of Public Health)
  - Marketing Restrictions
  - Packaging and Labelling Responsibilities – who bears what burden
  To see the full agenda and an overview of the program, please click here.
  
  November 1-2, 2018
  
  Day 1 – November 1st:
  9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Networking lunch included on Day 1)
  5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Optional Ticketed Networking Reception
  
  Day 2 – November 2nd:
  9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Lunch on your own Day 2)
  
  Location:
  Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
  6225 West Century Boulevard
  Los Angeles, CA 90045
- 31
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Anne Marie Ellis, Speaker at the SEMA Annual Education Show
- Anne Marie Ellis will be speaking on the changes to California’s Proposition 65 at the “Legal & Regulatory: Ask the Experts” session at the SEMA Annual Education Show on October 31, 2018 in Las Vegas, NV.
- 31
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Holland & Knight Program
- 30
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at Western Bankers Association Webinar
- 26
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Joseph Welch, Speaker at CCUCC & CALR Collections & Lending Conference
- Joseph Welch was a keynote speaker at this year’s Joint Collections and Lending Conference. Mr. Welch presented on “Melting Pot of Bankruptcy Issues,” including, core creditor strategies and checklists to maximize recoveries, creating value and defending against lien stripping, silent/statutory lien releases and reconveyance requirements, as well as collection and repo tips for efficiently overcoming the automatic stay and avoiding unintentional pitfalls.
- 20
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Buchalter Hosts Women in eDisovery Southern California Technology Conference
- - 1:00 PM
  Join the SD, OC, and LA WiE chapters for their first Annual SoCal Conference and happy hour.
  This half day conference will feature three one-hour sessions on trending eDiscovery
  topics and live legal tech demos.
  
  This event is open to everyone in the Southern California legal community and is free to attend.
  
  Where:
  
  Buchalter Orange County Office
  18400 Von Karman Avenue, Suite 800
  Irvine, CA 92612
  
  Time:
  
  1:00PM
- 18
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Dylan Wiseman, Speaker at Public Works & Contracting Fall 2018 Study Section Conference
- - 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  Dylan Wiseman will discuss “Intellectual Property Protection & Contracting,” at the Public Works & Contracting Fall 2018 Study Section Conference.
- 16
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Tracy Warren, Speaker at the 2018 Women Leaders National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia
- Preventing Litigation by Managing Risk
  Presented by: Front Rush
  - Moderator: Tracy Warren, Attorney at Buchalter and Ex-Officio and Legal Counsel to the Women Leaders in College Sports Board of Directors
  - Matt Kelly, Attorney, Kelly Law Group, PLLC
  - Sandy Barbour, Director of Athletics, Penn State University
  - Brian Curtis, Paradigm Four
- 16
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Jason Goldstein, Speaker at the California Receivers Forum
- - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Jason Goldstein speaks on a panel at the California Receivers Forum on “Title Insurance 101 for Receivers: The Insurer’s and the Insured’s Perspectives” on October 16, 2018 at Sheppard Mullin in San Francisco, CA.
  
  Location:
  
  4 Embarcadero Center, 17th Floor
  San Francisco, CA 94111
- 11
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Pamela Webster, Speaker at AON
- Pamela Webster discusses “Who’s at the Door – Wolf or Sheep? Managing Risk Through Qualitative Business Intake.,” at AON Law Firm.
- 06
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Farah Bhatti, Speaker at the American Bar Association's Annual Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries
- Farah Bhatti spoke on “Hot Trademark and Advertising Issues” at the American Bar Association’s Annual Forum on the Entertainment & Sports Industries on October 6, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- 04
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Bob Zadek, Panelist for deBanked Conferences
- Bob Zadek was a panelist in 2018 for deBanked conferences in New York and San Diego discussing Fintech Legal Issues.
- 03
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- M. Reed Mercado, Panelist at Commercial Finance Conference of California
- - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  M. Reed Mercado will be a panelist on the topic of “Emergence of Tariffs: What Does This All Mean for the Lending Marketplace? ” hosted by the Commercial Finance Conference of California (CFCC). The panel will explore how lenders and creditors are looking at the recent policy changes and does it change anything? How will the effect of current and possible future tariffs have on lenders and borrowers?
  
  Date: Wednesday, October 3, 2018
  Time: 5:00-8:00 PM
  Location:
  Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel
  11461 Sunset Boulevard
  Los Angeles, CA 90049
  Register Here
- 01
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at ECHO Board Member Educational Seminar
- 01
  
  Oct
  
  2018
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at San Francisco Bank Attorneys Association
- 28
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Stephen Strauss, Speaker at SAG-AFTRA University
- Stephen Strauss will speak at the SAG-AFTRA University on trademark law on September 28, 2018.
- 28
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Moderator at IWIRC on the Vine Conference
- Valerie Bantner Peo moderates at the IWIRC on the Vine 2018 Conference on the topic of “Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Issues,” on September 28, 2018 in Napa Valley, California.
  
  International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC) is committed to the connection, promotion and success of women in the insolvency and restructuring professions worldwide.
- 25
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Kari Barnes, Panelist at The Women's IP Strategy Summit
- - 11:30 AM
  Kari Barnes discussed “2018: A Year of Change for Post Issuance Proceedings” at The Women’s IP Strategy Summit in Silicon Valley.
- 25
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Richard Ormond, Moderator at The State of Cannabis 2018
- - 8:00 AM
  Hosted by C.A.R.E’s founder Susan Soares, The State of Cannabis “SOC” features top cannabis influencers on California politics and policy. SOC features 2 full days of high level breakout sessions, multiple panels featuring cannabis thought leaders, as well as industry leader exhibits. This event uniquely blends the perspectives of both business and regulation by curating leaders from those segments to work collaboratively on a wide variety of topics.
  
  Date & Time:
  Tue, Sep 25, 2018, 8:00 AM – Wed, Sep 26, 2018, 6:00 PM PDT
  
  Location:
  The Queen Mary
  1126 Queens Hwy
  Long Beach, CA 90802
- 21
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at Western Bankers Association Bank Counsel Conference
- 20
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Masahisa Mitsunaga, Panelist at UC Hastings Symposium
- Masahisa Mitsunaga will be a panelist at UC Hastings Symposium on the Current Issues of US-Japan Cross-Border IP Disputes. Mr. Mitsunaga will discuss the challenges in enforcing Japanese copyrighted works in the United States.
- 12
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Sarah Kozal, Moderator at the 10th Annual Transmission Summit West
- - 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  Sarah Kozal will be a moderator at the 10th Annual Transmission Summit West, on the topics “Impacts of New IRP Processes” and “The Reliability Coordination Shuffle – Assessing the Economic and Operational Impacts.”
- 12
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Gretta Moy speaking at LACBA real estate finance CREFC Young Professionals event
- - 5:30 PM
  “The Language of Loans” is a joint CLE program by the LACBA Real Estate Finance subsection and CREFC Young Professionals. The program will review the nomenclature of real estate finance with the goal of helping attendees to better understand the specialized language and terms used daily in real estate finance transactions.
- 11
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Oren Bitan and Robert Cooper, Speakers at Lorman Educational Services
- - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
  Employers face a whole new set of challenges with the advent of legal recreational marijuana in California.
  
  California’s cannabis industry is quickly developing into the state’s largest industry. But the rapidly changing state of California law and the tension between federal and state law make it difficult for employers to maintain compliance with all regulations. Making matters more complicated is the FDA’s recent approval of the first CBD drug for epilepsy, which firmly establishes cannabis as having recognized medical value notwithstanding its current status as a Schedule 1 drug under the Controlled Substances Act. This information helps employers navigate these uncertain waters and understand how to properly handle employee and labor issues impacting the industry. Failing to have a proper set for policies in place regarding the cannabis industry can have severe legal and monetary consequences.
  
  Learning Objectives
  - You will be able to explain the current state of the law.
  - You will be able to describe employee use and drug testing policies.
  - You will be able to identify policy frameworks for employers.
  - You will be able to discuss labor peace agreements.
- 07
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata, Guest on Sakura Radio
- Harumi Hata will be a guest on Sakura Radio, an internet radio station, in a four-part series on the topics of U.S. laws and court system.
- 05
  
  Sep
  
  2018
- Jeannie Kim, Moderator at 2018 Bay Area Bankruptcy Forum Annual Judges Panel
- - 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  - San Francisco
  Jeannie Kim will moderate a portion of the Annual Meeting and Installation of Officers and the Northern District Bankruptcy Court Judges’ Program.
  
  Featuring:
  - Chief Judge Efremsky
  - Judge Montali
  - Judge Novack
  - Judge Johnson
  - Judge Lafferty
  - Judge Hammond
  - Judge Blumenstiel
  Location:
  
  Four Embarcadero Center, 17th Floor
  San Francisco, CA 94104
- 29
  
  Aug
  
  2018
- Mary Rose, Moderator at Bisnow State of San Francisco Healthcare
- Mary Rose will moderate the panel on “Healthcare Real Estate Forecast; Developments and Trends” at the Bisnow State of San Francisco Healthcare Conference on Innovation, Expansion and Opportunities in Healthcare.
- 28
  
  Aug
  
  2018
- Laurent Badoux and Shaleen Brewer, Speakers at Arizona SHRM Annual State Conference
- Laurent Badoux and Shaleen Brewer will be speaking on “SB 101 #1 – The Ten Changes You Should Make To Your Employee Handbook For 2018” at the Arizona SHRM Annual State Conference on August 28, 2018 in Glendale, AZ.
  
  2017 was another rich year on the legal front, full of significant decisions, new laws and new trends. This presentation is designed to distill those developments and offer you suggestions for specific new policies to incorporate into your company handbook at the start of the new year.
- 22
  
  Aug
  
  2018
- Richard Ormond Featured Guest on Stella Oak Mavens Podcast
- Click here to listen to “Episode 3: Richard Ormond Highlight Version” on Stella Oak Mavens Podcast
  
  “Today we feature Richard Ormond, a cannabis attorney who specializes in the complexities of the cannabis industry’s legal impact on lenders, real estate and businesses. Listen here for his career advice and the story of how he created his success.”
  
  About Stella Oak Mavens
  We interview different experts in their field to empower you, the listener, to take control of your life.
- 29
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- Farah Bhatti, Panelist at SourceDirect at ASD
- Farah Bhatti spoke on “Sourcing 101” and “Sourcing 102” at SourceDirect at ASD Trade Show on July 29th – 30th in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- 20
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- Gary Wolensky, Speaker at ACI's Automotive Products Liability Conference
- - 11:00 AM
  Gary Wolensky, will be speaking on “Defending Traditional Automotive Product Defect Actions in 2018 & Beyond: Spotlight on Roof Strength, Seat Back Deformities and Ejection Mitigation Theories” at ACI’s Automotive Products Liability Conference on July 20, 2018 in Chicago, IL.
- 19
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- Farah Bhatti, Panelist at 2018 Comic-Con International: San Diego
- Farah Bhatti was a panelist at 2018 Comic-Con International in San Diego.
  
  The revelation of five additional parks makes it clear that there is far more to Westworld than initially meets the eye, and the continued exploration of this fantastic yet twisted Delos Destination depicted in the HBO hit Westworld presents an ever-growing bundle of legal questions and conundrums. The all-star posse of speakers from last year’s standing-room-only program returns. Ninth Circuit Justice John B. Owens,professor Betsy Rosenblatt, attorney and adjunct professor Paul Burns, attorney Farah Bhatti, and moderator Michael Lovitz discuss the top legal questions posed in the second season of HBO’s groundbreaking show, including numerous criminal activities by humans and hosts alike, corporate malfeasance and misappropriation of corporate assets, what is (and isn’t) intellectual property in these Delos parks, and even parsing out the question of the ownership of one’s own thoughts and dreams. And this year perhaps they’ll settle the question of just who really owns the intellectual property created by the robot hosts.
- 13
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at Western Bankers Association FinTech Conference
- 12
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- John Hosack and Jason Goldstein, Speakers at California Mortgage Association Summer Seminar
- John Hosack and Jason Goldstein will be speaking at the California Mortgage Association’s Summer Seminar on the topic, “Fix + Flip Lending: Disbursing Funds, Avoiding Loss of Lien Priority, and Maintaining Title Insurance Coverage.”
  
  Location:
  Hilton San Diego Resort & Spa
  San Diego, CA
- 01
  
  Jul
  
  2018
- Melissa Richards, Speaker at MCPAOA Conference
- Melissa Richards presents at the 2018 Mortgage Compliance Professionals Association of America Conference on the topic of “TRID 2.0 and the “Black Hole Fix” Final Rule”.
  
  Click here to view.
- 29
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Michael Myers, Speaker at State Bar of Arizona 2018 Convention
- Michael Myers speaks on “Nuts and Bolts of Adversary Proceedings” at State Bar of Arizona 2018 Convention, June 29, 2018.
- 20
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Dylan Wiseman, Speaker at Women in eDiscovery Los Angeles Chapter Meeting
- - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  Dylan Wiseman will discuss “Thefts of Trade Secrets through Departing Employees,” at the Women in eDiscovery Los Angeles Chapter Meeting.
  
  Click here for more details.
- 19
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Stephen Strauss will be a Panelist for the “Intellectual Property – Start to Finish” webinar sponsored by MyLawCLE on June 19, 2018.
- This CLE session, will look at the forms of intellectual property from the perspective of a small to mid-sized enterprise. The session will discuss the primary forms of intellectual property (copyright, trademark, patent, and trade secret), its significance to enterprises, and its significance to an advanced economy. The session will discuss how to (cost-effectively) build a valuable IP portfolio, how to set policies to protect IP, how to enforce IP rights, and how to defend claims of IP infringement. Though the session will be centered on U.S. IP, it will look (generally) at important international issues.
  
  Key topics to be discussed:
  
  •   Overview of Intellectual Property System
  •   Building a Valuable IP Portfolio
  •   Protecting/Enforcing Your IP
  •   Defending IP Infringement Claims
- 15
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Jeffrey Garfinkle, Speaker at Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Advisors Annual Meeting
- - 1:30 PM
  Jeffrey Garfinkle will be speaking at the 34th Annual Bankruptcy & Restructuring Conference of the Association of Insolvency & Restructuring Advisors in Nashville, Tennessee at the Loews Vanderbilt Hotel. The topic is “Healthcare Receiverships: Emerging Issues and Alternative Solutions”.
- 12
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Valerie Bantner Peo, Moderator at the Bar Association of San Francisco
- - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  Valerie Bantner Peo moderates “Bankruptcy Issues Related to FinTech & Cryptocurrency,” at the Bar Association of San Francisco.
  
  2017 saw an explosion of transactions involving cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin. As with any start-up wave, there will be winners and there will be losers. How will these transactions play out in a restructuring or bankruptcy process? How will the bankruptcy courts treat cryptocurrency assets?
  
  Topics
  
  • Characterizing and Valuing Cryptocurrency
  • Enforcing Interests in Cryptocurrency
  • Smart Contracts in Bankruptcy
  • Restructuring FinTech Transactions
- 07
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Buchalter Connect: Tax Reform - Implications and Opportunities for Real Estate
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  - San Francisco
  Join Buchalter and our guest speaker David Bitner as we discuss the implications of the recently enacted tax reform legislation for commercial and residential real estate markets as well as the broader economy. In so doing he will touch on the following:
  - Current state of U.S. economy and commercial real estate markets
  - Overview of tax changes most relevant to real estate
  - Expected impact on the economy
  - Markets and product types most (and least) likely to benefit
  - Implications for investment strategy
  Buchalter Connect is a program that allows like-minded industry professionals to quickly come up to speed on hot topics, industry trends and legal developments affecting their businesses and careers. After the short and powerful presentation will be an opportunity to network with leading professionals.
- 01
  
  Jun
  
  2018
- Bradley Hoff Speaks on "Cyber Risk Insurance"
- 31
  
  May
  
  2018
- Stephen Strauss, Adjunct Professor at Southwestern Law School
- Stephen Strauss will be an Adjunct Professor teaching a summer Trademark Law course at Southwestern Law School from May 31 to July 19, 2018.
- 24
  
  May
  
  2018
- Paul J. Fraidenburgh, Speaker at the Technical Solutions from the NASA VTOL Development Experience
- - Orange County
  Paul Fraidenburgh will be a speaker on the Industry Panel Discussion at the “Technical Solutions from the NASA VTOL Development Experience” event, taking place at the Hiller Aviation Museum.
- 24
  
  May
  
  2018
- David Elkanich, Speaker at Holland & Knight Program
- 18
  
  May
  
  2018
- Douglas Wance, Speaker at Lorman Educational Services
- Douglas Wance, Speaker on “Subdivision Map Act in California,” at Lorman Education Services in Santa Ana, California.
- 04
  
  May
  
  2018
- Katrina Solomatina, Speaker at CAI Stockton Educational Luncheon
- 03
  
  May
  
  2018
- Shawn Christianson and Jeff Garfinkle, Speakers at the Financial Lawyers Conference
- - 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  Shawn Christianson and Jeff Garfinkle, will be panelist on “Bankruptcy Bypass: Recent Use of State Court Healthcare Provider Receiverships in lieu of Bankruptcy” at the Financial Layers Conference.
- 26
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Jason E. Goldstein and John L. Hosack present "Title Insurance: Four Critical Issues"
- Jason E. Goldstein and John L. Hosack will be speaking in San Francisco at the St. Francis Hotel to the California Mortgage Association on the topic of “ Title Insurance: Four Critical Issues.”
- 24
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Renee M. Shprecher, Speaker at North American Title Company Broker Luncheon
- - 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  Renee M. Shprecher, Esq., will be speaking at North America Title Company Broker Luncheon. The topic will be “Commercial Transactions: Obstacle to Avoid for Successful Closings.”
- 20
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Oren Bitan, Speaker at the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Oren Bitan will be speaking at the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Cannabis 2.0 Workshop Series in Los Angeles, California.
  
  Oren will discuss key regulatory and compliance issues at both the state and local level.
- 20
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Kari Barnes, Panelist at the Future of Media Symposium
- - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  Kari Barnes discusses “Developments in Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality” at Loyola Law School’s Future of Media Symposium.
- 12
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Richard P. Ormond, Speaker at April 2018 CCIM Lunch & Learn
- - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  Richard P. Ormond will be speaking at CCIM Southern California Chapter April 2018 Lunch & Learn on the topic of “Updates on Cannabis in California.” The topic will focus on the legal aspects, municipal codes, liability and fiscal impacts to the property owners, and much more.
- 11
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Gabriel Garcia, Speaker at the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- Gabriel Garcia will be speaking at the California Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Cannabis 2.0 Workshop Series in Oakland, California.
  
  Gabriel will discuss key regulatory and compliance issues at both the state and local level.
- 07
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- 21st Century U.S.-Japan Business Partnerships and Collaboration
- - 9:30 AM
  Harumi Hata will be a speaker at “21st Century U.S.-Japan Business Partnerships and Collaboration,” presented by the U.S.-Japan Council and sponsored by Daiwa House.
- 03
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata, Speaker at the TOMODACHI Daiwa House Student Leadership Conference VI
- 01
  
  Apr
  
  2018
- Robert Miller, Presenter at American Bankruptcy Institute Spring Meeting
- 30
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Jerry Janoff, Speaker at L.A. Area Chamber of Commerce
- Join the Small Business Council for a discussion on new HR and tax laws for 2018
  
  Senior Counsel, Jerry Janoff will speak about “Choice of Entity, the Qualified Business Income Deduction, and the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act”
  
  How the New Tax Law and 2018 HR Regulations will IMPACT you and your business
  
  Friday, March 30
  7:45 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast
  8 – 9:30 a.m. Program
  
  The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), signed in late 2017, has been hailed as “the biggest tax reform package in more than 30 years.” But small businesses face a mixed bag of new benefits and unforseen obstacles. In addition, California Gov. Jerry Brown signed several significant employment bills that took effect at the beginning of this year. These laws impact policies on staffing, immigration, leaves of absence and harassment training.
  
  Explore these new changes to HR and tax regulations that can be difficult to navigate as a small business owner.
  
  Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
  350 S. Bixel St.
  Los Angeles, CA 90017
  
  For more information, contact Catalina Aldridge, 213.580.7590.
- 30
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Tracy A. Warren, Speaker at the National Association of Sports Commissions Women's Summit
- - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
  Tracy A. Warren with be speaking at the National Association of Sports Commissions at the Women’s Summit in Columbus, Ohio in conjunction with the Women’s Final Four. The topic is “#MeToo” covering this movement in sports and how to meaningfully respond to sexual harassment claims.
- 29
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Shawn Cowles, Moderator at Drones in Real Estate Seminar
- - 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  Join Buchalter’s Lunch and Learn with Moderator Shawn Cowles and Speaker Pat Fuscoe, Founder and CEO Fuscoe Engineering, as they discuss “Drones in Real Estate Development: Cutting Edge New Advances.”
  
  This seminar will be an opportunity for those in real estate development to learn the latest technological tools for the use of drones in the acquisition of real property; planning; securing entitlements; design phases; grading and map elevations; and construction.
- 28
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Stephen Strauss, Speaker at the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) Annual Conference
- - 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
  Stephen J Strauss will be speaking at the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon. His presentation will be on “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered” Understanding Copyright Law in the Classroom and the Theater.
- 08
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Laura Nichols, Speaker at the Mabel Jessop Women’s Financial Symposium
- 07
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Cecilia O'Connell Miller, Speaker at The Insurance/Bad Faith Law Section of the San Diego County Bar Association
- Shareholder Cecilia O’Connell Miller was a speaker at the “Insurance Law: 2017 Year in Review,” hosted by The Insurance/Bad Faith Law Section of the San Diego County Bar Association in San Diego on March 7, 2018.
- 07
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata, Speaker at UCLA School of Law
- - 12:00 PM
  Harumi Hata will be a speaker at “Careers in International Law” at UCLA School of Law, co-presented by UCLA School of Law and the International Law Section of the California Lawyers Association (previously, the International Law Section of The State Bar of California).
- 05
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Stephen Strauss, Panelist at the LAIPLA Law School Road Show
- - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  Stephen J Strauss will be a panelist at the LAIPLA Law School Road Show: Southwestern Law School.
- 05
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Pamela Webster, Speaker at the Legal Malpractice Risk Management Conference in Chicago
- - 10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
  Pamela Webster will be a panelist on the topic of “It’s a Jungle Out There: Managing Risk in Midsized Firms” at the 17th Annual Legal Malpractice Risk Management Conference in Chicago. This panel will discuss how to address the special concerns of general counsel in today’s midsized firms.
- 02
  
  Mar
  
  2018
- Be the Trial Attorney Your Dog Thinks You Are and Your Appellate Attorney Wants You To Be
- - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
  Harry Chamberlain II will be speaking at The Riverside County Bar Association- Appellate Courts Section “Be the Trial Attorney Your Dog Thinks You Are and Your Appellate Attorney Wants You To Be.”
- 25
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Laurent Badoux and Shaleen D. Brewer, Speakers at Human Resources Executive Summit & Retreat
- Meet and discuss individual HR issues of interest through various networking opportunities.
- 22
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Buchalter Connect: The Impact of the Tech Labor Supply on Commercial Real Estate in the Bay Area and Beyond
- - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
  - San Francisco
  Join Buchalter and our guest speaker Colin Yasukochi as we discuss how the tech labor supply (or shortage) is impacting, and will continue to impact, the Bay Area commercial real estate market. Colin and his team at CBRE analyzed labor market conditions for tech workers in 50 U.S. and Canadian cities to better understand tech talent supply and demand dynamics, so he brings a wealth of insight to the subject. Colin will also give his take on where the Bay Area commercial real estate market is headed in the future in light of the tech labor market conditions. This program is valuable for anyone interested in the future of Bay Area commercial real estate, as the tech labor pool is a such a critical driver of the market. It is also valuable for anyone who is interested in new opportunities created by tech talent growth patterns outside the Bay Area.
  
  Buchalter Connect is a program that allows like-minded industry professionals to quickly come up to speed on hot topics, industry trends and legal developments affecting their businesses and careers. After the short and powerful presentation will be an opportunity to network with leading professionals.
- 22
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata, Speaker at University of Southern California (USC) Gould School of Law
- - 12:00 PM
  Harumi Hata to speak at “Careers in International Law” at the University of Southern California (USC) Gould School of Law, co-presented by USC Gould School of Law and the International Law Section of the California Lawyers Association (previously, the International Law Section of The State Bar of California).
- 06
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Harumi Hata, Guest on Sakura Radio
- Harumi Hata will be a guest on Sakura Radio, an internet radio station, on the topic of labor & employment law from the employer’s perspective.
- 06
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Michael Flynn, Speaker on Consumer Complaints - Meeting Expectations Webinar
- 01
  
  Feb
  
  2018
- Bank Secrecy Act and Anti-Money Laundering Issues
- 26
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Laurent Badoux and Shaleen Brewer, Speakers at Arizona Society of Human Resource Management Law & Legislative Conference
- The Arizona Society for Human Resource Management (AZSHRM) is pleased to present the 2018 Employment Law & Legislative Conference at the Black Canyon Conference Center.
- 25
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Farah Bhatti and Matthew Seror, Speakers at Beverly Hills Bar Association
- - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  Topic: 2017 Trademark Year in Review
  
  This Trademark Year in Review program covers changes and developments in the area of trademark law during 2017. Farah Bhatti and Matthew L. Seror discussed recent trademark developments, cases and changes, including issues surrounding scandalous marks and the Supreme Court’s decision on “The Slants”, branding concerns in the Cannabis industry, counterfeit products on the online markets, and recent TTAB rule changes.
- 19
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Stephen J. Strauss to present "With a Little Help From my Friends" 4 Key Points in Negotiating Celebrity Endorsement Agreements
- Stephen J. Strauss to present “With a Little Help From my Friends” 4 Key Points in Negotiating Celebrity Endorsement Agreements at WME on January 19, 2018.
- 18
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Alternative Dispute Resolution Provisions In Your Loan Documents
- John Hosack will be speaking to the California Mortgage Association on the topic of “Alternative Dispute Resolution Provisions In Your Loan Documents.”
- 17
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Lawrence B. Steinberg, Speaker at Direct Selling Legal and Compliance Summit 2018
- Since the Herbalife and Vemma consent decrees with the Federal Trade Commission, the litigation focus in direct selling has shifted to private putative class actions filed against a large number of companies accused of operating illegal pyramid schemes, RICO (racketeering), false advertising, unfair business practices and the like. One of these cases has been certified as a class action, while the others are all in their early procedural stages. Many of these cases have been filed in Los Angeles, but others are pending in Miami, Houston, and elsewhere.
  
  Larry Steinberg of Buchalter will share his experiences with class action litigation and will address issues such as arbitration, choice of law, forum selection, class certification, policies and procedures, the current state of pyramid scheme law since FTC v. BurnLounge, and the securities law exemption to RICO. He will offer his analysis and insights as to how these cases can be litigated effectively and how direct selling companies can ward off and/or defeat these types of claims.
  For more information, visit DSLC
- 01
  
  Jan
  
  2018
- Amy Saak, Presenter at OADC Conference
- Amy Saak presents at the OADC Conference on the topic of “Technology and Judicial Notice.”
- 20
  
  Dec
  
  2017
- Urgent Care Centers: Corporate Practice of Medicine, State Licensure, EMTALA, Reimbursement Compliance
- This CLE webinar will provide healthcare counsel with a review of the key legal and business issues involved with urgent care centers. The panel will offer guidance on forming, operating, acquiring and selling urgent care centers.
  
  Description
  The urgent care center industry has seen significant growth in the number of facilities in recent years, with $15 billion in revenue in 2016. Over $18 billion in revenue in 2017 is anticipated. The growth is spurred by healthcare reform and managed care organization coverage that encourages members to use urgent care facilities rather than emergency rooms.
  
  Forming urgent care centers is an attractive business for hospitals, retailers and private investors. When forming urgent care centers, counsel faces challenges that include complying with laws regarding corporate practice of medicine, meeting state licensure requirements, contracting for reimbursement with private and government payers, determining the best staffing model to use, and others.
  
  Listen as our authoritative panel of healthcare attorneys discuss key structural, legal and business considerations for the formation, operation, acquisition and sale of urgent care centers.
  
  Outline
- Urgent care centers—a brief overview of the industry and its growth
- Key legal considerations when starting and operating urgent care centers
- Corporate practice of medicine
- Staffing models
- State licensure and permits
- Documentation and coding
- Other areas of focus
- Key business considerations
- Location, management and services
- Issues in buying or selling an urgent care center
- Partnering with hospitals and investors
- 15
  
  Dec
  
  2017
- Douglas Wance, Speaker at Lorman Education Services
- Douglas Wance, Speaker on “California Water Law Update: Rights, Transfers and Supply Assessment,” at Lorman Education Services in Santa Ana, California.
- 01
  
  Dec
  
  2017
- Michael Flynn, Speaker at San Francisco Women of Finance Program
- 30
  
  Nov
  
  2017
- 'Cannabis Industry: Valuation Metrics and Transactions' Panel
- - 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  Richard Ormond will be speaking on a live video webcast panel titled, “Cannabis Industry: Valuation Metrics and Transactions.”
- 14
  
  Nov
  
  2017
- Cecily O'Regan Panelist at Women in Business
- Cecily O’Regan will be a panelist at the Women in Business event on November 14, 2017 speaking on the topic of “Started from the Bottom – Now We’re Here.”
- 08
  
  Nov
  
  2017
- Farah Bhatti, Speaker at the 16th International Trademark Conference 2017
- Farah Bhatti was a speaker at the 16th International Trademark Conference 2017.
  
  Topics:
  - Focus: implementation of the EU TM Reform
  - High-level: meet experts and key decision-makers
  - Best practice: learn the best tips and tricks and share your experiences
  - Networking: first-class opportunities to network
  - Get in touch: with the EUIPO, the examiners and EUIPO experts
  - (Detailed information regarding your program coming soon)
  - EU Trademark Reform: implementing regulation and delegated acts
  - First experiences with the EU Trademark Reform: ‘hot’ material law questions explained in detail
  - BoA and CJEU: trademarks and designs case-law update
  - Brexit: practical consequences for trademark owners – recommendations
  - 3D printing and trademarks
  - Trademark infringement on the internet
- - 02
    
    Nov
    
    2017
  - Urban Air Mobility Symposium
  - - 8:30 AM
    Paul Fraidenburgh will be a speaker at the Silicon Valley Chapter of AUVSI’s Urban Air Mobility Symposium.
    
    Join thought leaders from Facebook, NASA, FAA, DHS, Gryphon Sensors, AUVSI and many other leading scientists, innovators, and politicians as we study the landscape of UAM at our annual conference. The Hiller Museum will be closed to the public to host this 1st annual event November 2, 2017.
    
    Location:
    
    Hiller Aviation Museum
    
    601 Skyway Road
    
    San Carlos, CA
- - 02
    
    Nov
    
    2017
  - Joshua Robbins, Speaker on the Bridgeport CLE Webinar
- - 29
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - Dylan Wiseman, Panelist at 2017 ING3NIOUS SoCal Information Governance Retreat
  - Dylan Wiseman is a panelist on the topic of Cyber and Data Security for the GC: How to Stay out of Headlines and Crosshairs.
    
    This panel presents a holistic view on developing and effectively implementing data security practices within the organization to avoid becoming headline fodder or the target of a governmental investigation. The panel will discuss perspectives on best practices and war stories on cybersecurity, including the role of information governance policies and procedures, threat management, and breach investigation and response, all from the C-suite perspective.
    
    Click here to for more information
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    Oct
    
    2017
  - Ask a Lawyer - Discussion Group
  - October 28th, 9:40am
    Paul L. Bressan, Shareholder, Buchalter
    Damaris L. Medina, Shareholder, Buchalter
    Carol K. Lucas, Shareholder, Buchalter
    
    This session will involve a panel discussion with health care attorneys where attendees will engage in a question and answer session. Attendees will be able to get answers to common legal questions in the urgent care industry in areas such as billing and compliance, contracting with payers, corporate structuring, clinician compensation agreements, wage/hour and other employment and HR issues, as well as self-referral and kickback issues.
    
    Learning Objectives:
    - Recognize the most common practical legal issues affecting urgent care managers and operations
    - Identify issues in urgent care operations that may raise liability concerns
    - Analyze common fact patterns related to billing and compliance, contracting with payers, corporate structuring, clinician compensation agreements, wage/hour and other employment and HR issues, as well as self-referral and kickback issues
    - Determine when urgent care managers need to seek legal help, and when issues can be handled in-house
    - Integrate other participants’ experiences into the way that their own management and operations
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    Oct
    
    2017
  - Ignorance is NOT bliss - The Risks and Rewards of Compliance
  - October 27th, 8am
    Damaris L. Medina, Shareholder, Buchalter
    Andrew H. Selesnick, Shareholder, Buchalter
    
    Would you like to increase revenue for services you perform, while at the same time minimizing risk from expensive audits because of compliance violations? In this session, attendees will learn to identify the risks associated with failing to have a compliant urgent care center, while at the same time improving cash per visit through a robust compliance program.
    
    Learning Objectives:
    - Discuss the current trends in fraud and abuse and why urgent care centers are not immune from investigations.
    - Identify your urgent care center’s risk areas, including owner’s potential personal liability.
    - Recognize elements of a legally sound compliance program.
    - Implement their compliance program to increase revenue and improve employee morale.
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    Oct
    
    2017
  - A Roadmap to Audit Complexities and Defense Strategies
  - A Roadmap to Audit Complexities and Defense Strategies
    October 26th, 2:30pm
    Sharon Nicka, RN, CPC – President and CEO, Nicka & Associates, Inc.
    Damaris L. Medina, Shareholder, Buchalter
    This enlightening and detailed presentation will help to gain insight into the strategies necessary for knowing OIG guidelines that define the compliance environment. The importance of developing a successful narrative to respond to audits, over-payment requests will also be discussed. Other key topics by your co-presenters include implementing quality improvement initiatives based on specific compliance plans and how to develop an action plan for risk areas. Additionally, current trends in fraud and abuse, as well as common types of audit inquiries will be covered. Be sure to attend this important lecture for a perceptive look into audit complexities and defense strategies.
    
    Learning Objectives:
    - Identify current trends in fraud and abuse, as well as common types of audit inquiries
    - Define and implement quality improvement initiatives based on your compliance plan and develop action steps to reduce your urgent care center’s risk areas
    - Illustrate appropriate responses to audits, overpayment requests, and OIG inquiries by evaluating sample responses provided during this lecture
    - Recognize guidelines from the OIG which define the compliance environment and best practices
    - Develop a variety of defense strategies and therefore be able to formulate a successful narrative to respond to an overpayment request
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    Oct
    
    2017
  - Intellectual Property Demystified: Patents and Trademarks 101
  - - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    What is a patent, really? Why do they take so long to get, and why are they so expensive? When is it more appropriate to file for trademark protection? What is required to file for protection of trademarks and patents and what deadlines apply? This seminar will provide answers and tips on how to better protect your ideas and help you reduce, at least somewhat, your costs on protecting some of your company’s most valuable assets. This is an interactive discussion, so please be ready to ask questions regarding patent and other intellectual property protections that are of interest to you.
    
    Our speakers, Anthony Orler, holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, and has been practicing Patent Law for over two decades. He has drafted over 1500 patent applications and been involved in every aspect of foreign and domestic patent prosecution during his career. Mr. Orler is a member of Buchalter’s Intellectual Property Group.
    
    Farah Bhatti focuses her practice on all aspects of trademark protection and prosecution. She formerly served as a trademark examining attorney at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). While there, she examined more than 2,000 trademark applications. She has extensive experience in the enforcement of Internet and domain names, and trademark litigation under the Anti-cybersquatting Consumer Protection Act (ACPA). Ms. Bhatti is the chair of Buchalter’s Internet, E-Commerce, and Social Media Practice Group.
    
    Location:
    
    Sofia University
    
    1059 East Meadow Circle
    
    Palo Alto, CA
- - 19
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - Jeremy Weitz, Speaker in PLI's Pocket MBA 2017: Finance for Lawyers and Other Professionals
  - - 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
    Jeremy Weitz will be a speaker in PLI’s Pocket MBA 2017: Finance for Lawyers and Other Professionals. Mr. Weitz will be speaking on the below topic:
    
    “Closing the Transaction: Practical Legal Considerations”
    - Learn how common business transactions are structured
    - Explore effective negotiation strategies
    - Evaluate due diligence challenges: commercial, legal and tax considerations
    - Examine “fringe” deal issues that often create transaction friction and best practices
    - Identify common stumbling blocks to closing transactions
    Location:
    
    San Francisco, CA
- - 18
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - What the Client is Really Looking For (and Why You’re Afraid to Ask)
  - Buchalter Shareholder, Gary A. Wolensky Moderates the PLAC 2017 Fall Conference, corporate counsel panel titled “What the Client is Really Looking For (and Why You’re Afraid to Ask)”
    
    A 360-degree view of what the client really expects based on an open and frank discussion between in-house and outside counsel. How to find common ground to make the counsel relationship a winning
    legal team.
    
    Chris Egner, Esq.
    Continental Tire the Americas LLC
    
    Lance W. High, Esq.
    Caterpillar Inc.
    
    Michael J. Keating, Esq.
    Emerson Electric Co.
    
    Thomas N. Vanderford, Jr., Esq.
    Hyundai Motor America
    
    Moderator
    Gary A. Wolensky, Esq.
    Buchalter
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    Oct
    
    2017
  - Paul Fraidenburgh, Speaker at AGC California's 2017 Annual Conference
  - Paul Fraidenburgh will be a speaker at AGC California’s 2017 Annual Conference. Mr. Fraidenburgh will be speaking on the topic, “Technology and Innovation: Drones in Construction.”
    
    The AGC California Annual Conference is the premier construction professional’s conference in the state, offering networking, education, and access to key decision makers.
    
    Location:
    
    Residence Indian Wells Resort & Spa
    
    Indian Wells, CA
- - 11
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate in Los Angeles
  - - 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    Oren Bitan will be speaking at the Beverly Hills/Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtor’s Commercial Expert Panel. The panel’s topic is, “Cannabis and Commercial Real Estate.”
    
    Location:
    
    BH/GLAAR
    
    6330 San Vicente Blvd., Suite 100
    
    Los Angeles, CA 90048
- - 11
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - David Elkanich, Speaker at Holland & Knight Program
- - 11
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - Neighbor v. Neighbor Disputes: Boundary Line, Encroachment, Easement and View Issues
  - - 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    John Hosack will be speaking to the Beverly Hills Bar Association on the topic of “Neighbor v. Neighbor Disputes: Boundary Line, Encroachment, Easement and View Issues.”
    
    This program will address some of the more frequent problems that arise between neighbors, including boundary line disputes, encroachments, disputes over the use of easements, disputes over view issues and potential title insurance coverage.
- - 08
    
    Oct
    
    2017
  - Jeannie Kim, Speaker at 2017 National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges
  - - San Francisco
    Jeannie Kim will be a speaker at the 2017 National Conference of Bankruptcy Judges. Ms. Kim will be taking part in the below panel as a NextGen Participant.
    
    “Fish Tank” Live at the Paris Hotel – Will the Player be Able to Sell Its Assets Without Successor Liability?
    
    Will the high rollers throw in their chips to buy assets from a bankruptcy estate without the risk of successor liability in the wake of the Second Circuit’s ruling in the General Motors ignition switch matter? You will not want to miss this exciting and interactive program addressing industries and situations susceptible to these thorny issues, the effective use of the due diligence process to ensure the identification of all claims, and resultant practice pointers from the buyer’s perspective.
    
    Location:
    
    Las Vegas, Nevada
- - 28
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Richard Ormond, Speaker at the California State of Cannabis 2017
  - - 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
    Richard Ormond will be a speaker at the California State of Cannabis 2017 conference. Mr. Ormond will be speaking on the below panel.
    
    Product Liability in a Legal and Regulated Market
    Full legalization of cannabis in California could set the stage for significant product liability litigation. Product liability litigation is likely to include suits for physical injury arising from intoxication and suits for physical injury arising from long-term medical effects including addiction. It also will include consumer suits alleging deceptive and improper marketing. Protect yourself and your business with the important tips and strategies that we will cover in this important panel.
    
    Location:
    
    The Grand Long Beach
    
    4101 E. Willow Street
    
    Long Beach, CA 90815
- - 27
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Richard Ormond, Speaker at National Business Institute
  - - 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Title: Lending to Marijuana Businesses
    
    Program Description
    
    In order to best assist your marijuana clients, you need to be well versed on the specific laws, regulations, recent legislation and requirements that surround commercial lending to marijuana businesses. In this guide, experienced faculty who know the ins and outs of this niche industry will detangle credit risks, FinCEN guidance and applicable drug laws so that you can overcome common obstacles that frequently arise. Order today!
    
    Course Content
    - How the Controlled Substances Act Affects the Marijuana Industry’s Access to Banking
    - State Legalization vs. Federal Drug Laws
    - Credit Risks for Banks That Want to Provide Services in This Area
    - Interpreting the Department of Justice’s Memoranda
    - Current Regulatory Structure for Banks
    - FinCEN Guidance: Due Diligence, Risk Assessment Mandates for Financial Institutions, and Required Reporting
    - Why Don’t we Have a Marijuana Bank? Industry Concentration and Safety and Soundness Considerations
    - Update on Federal Legislation
    - Update on Selected States
    Location: Teleconference
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    Sep
    
    2017
  - The Prospective Insured’s Obligation To Make Written Disclosures to the Title Insurer
  - John Hosack will be speaking to the American College of Mortgage Attorneys, Annual Meeting on the topic of “The Prospective Insured’s Obligation To Make Written Disclosures to the Title Insurer.”
    
    This panel will discuss recent developments in the field of title insurance, including the prospective insured’s obligation to make written disclosures to the title insurer; the potential risks to the insured lender in making a full credit bid at a foreclosure sale; closing protection letters; and commercial reinsurance.
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    Sep
    
    2017
  - Buchalter Connect: Lessons Learned from Waymo v. Uber and Other Trade Secret Litigation
  - - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    - San Francisco
    Join Dylan Wiseman and Peter Bales to discuss protecting trade secrets when employees come and go and lessons learned from Waymo v. Uber and other trade secret litigation.
    
    The SF Bay Area is the epicenter of IP disputes. Whether your business is hiring an employee or losing one to a competitor, catch our latest presentation on IP protection. We will outline key lessons from the pending Waymo vs. Uber driverless car lawsuit over trade secrets and unfair competition.
- - 14
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Jeannie Kim, Speaker at 25th International Association of Korean Lawyers Conference
  - - San Francisco
    Jeannie Kim will be a speaker at the 25th IAKL (International Association of Korean Lawyers) Annual Conference, Silver Jubilee: Past, Present and Future. Ms. Kim will be speaking on the panel titled, “New Kid on the Block.”
    
    “New Kid on the Block” Panel:
    
    In March 2017, Korea established its first bankruptcy court, which has sole jurisdiction over insolvency and rehabilitation cases. The panelists will discuss the creation of the Korean bankruptcy court system and provide a comparative review of bankruptcy courts and insolvency practices in various jurisdictions spanning from Asia (Japan, China, and Singapore) to the United States and Europe (France and UK). The interactive program will also focus on Korea’s approach to special procedures such as pre-packaged plans and stalking horse deals and examine the role and discretion of bankruptcy courts, cross-border insolvency and restructuring cases, and compromises reached among various stakeholders in insolvency proceedings.
    
    Location:
    Hanyang University, South Korea
- - 12
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Gerald (Jerry) Janoff, Speaks on Tax Information Reporting For Credit Unions
  - Gerald (Jerry) Janoff presented on Tax Information Reporting For Credit Unions
- - 08
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Jeffrey K. Garfinkle, Panelist on American Bankruptcy Institute, Livestream
  - Jeffrey Garfinkle will be a panelist on the American Bankruptcy Institute Livestream covering the topic of “Navigating Health Care Bankruptcies to Maximize Creditor Recovery.” The panelists for this webinar will discuss the various types of health care cases and the competing interests that arise from a number of perspectives, including debtor, creditor, and provider-side interests. The panel will provide an overview of the uniqueness of bankruptcy health care cases and identify proven strategies to assist practitioners to guide unsecured creditors through these difficult and often complex reorganizations.
- - 08
    
    Sep
    
    2017
  - Roger Hall, Speaker at the 41st Annual Arizona School Boards Association Law Conference
  - Roger Hall will be a speaker at the 41st Annual Arizona School Boards Association Law Conference. Mr. Hall will be co-presentation on the topic, “Public Records: Does a New Attorney General Opinion Change Anything?”
    
    The 41st Annual ASBA Law Conference, will feature breakout sessions on topics ranging from legal issues to the most pressing legal concerns of the day. The 2017 edition of the Law Conference promises to be the biggest and best one yet with: a new, larger facility; four timely and in-depth half-day Pre-Conferences; three national acclaimed speakers on leading-edge topics; two sponsored networking receptions; 28 breakout sessions; and 52 overall sessions.
    
    Location:
    
    J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge
    
    5350 E Marriott Dr.
    
    Phoenix, AZ 85054
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    Aug
    
    2017
  - Roger Hall, Presenter to the Institute of Real Estate Management
  - Roger Hall will be presenting to the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) on the topic, “Drive-By Lawsuits; the Scourge if Finally Abating.”
    
    The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) is an international community of real estate managers dedicated to ethical business practices, maximizing the value of investment real estate, and promoting superior management through education and information sharing.
- - 01
    
    Aug
    
    2017
  - Curious About Cannabis? A Four-Part Overview
  - - 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM
    Telephone Conference Seminar and Q & A Series with Industry Experts Who Help You Understand the Risks and Opportunities of the Next Economic Gold Rush.
    
    Richard Ormond and Oren Bitan will speak on the final part of the series titled, “Cannabis & Real Estate: Know the Law.”
- - 22
    
    Jul
    
    2017
  - Farah Bhatti, Speaker at 2017 Comic-Con International: San Diego
  - - 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
    Farah Bhatti presented at 2017 Comic-Con International: San Diego. Ms. Bhatti was a speaker on the panel for HBO’s hit show, Westworld.
    
    The fantastic yet twisted world created in the HBO hit Westworld presents numerous legal questions and conundrums. Join the all-star posse of Ninth Circuit Justice John B. Owens, attorney Paul Burns, Professor Betsy Rosenblatt, and other legal minds as they discuss the top legal questions posed in the groundbreaking show, from what corporate duties have been breached by Dr. Ford and the rest of the staff, to managing the park’s liability obligations, to the “human” rights of robots (or absence thereof), to just who owns the intellectual property created by the robot Hosts. (This program is approved for one credit of California MCLE.)
    
    Location:
    
    San Diego Convention Center
    
    111 Harbor Dr.
    
    San Diego, CA 92101
- - 21
    
    Jul
    
    2017
  - IWIRC Strategic Planning
  - Shawn Christianson will be speaking at the IWIRC Leadership Summit 2017. Ms. Christianson will be speaking on “IWIRC Strategic Planning.”
    
    International Women’s Insolvency & Restructuring Confederation (IWIRC) is committed to the connection, promotion and success of women in the insolvency and restructuring professions worldwide.
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    Jun
    
    2017
  - Steven Brower, Speaker at Ing3nious Information Governance Retreat
  - Steven Brower will be a keynote speaker at Ing3nious’ Information Governance Retreat. The subject of the conference is, “Hot topics in eDiscovery and Information Governance.” Mr. Brower will open the day speaking on “Issues in E-Discovery and Cybersecurity” and be a panelist on “Human Factors in Cybersecurity.”
    
    Location:
    
    Salamander Resort and Spa
    
    500 N Pendleton St.
    
    Middleburg, VA 20117
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