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Blockchain and cryptocurrency

Fundamentals of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency for Lawyers

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Fundamentals of Blockchain and Cryptocurrency for Lawyers

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Cryptocurrencies have almost always been a volatile asset, and in fact, that has been part of the allure for investors seeking a rapid reversal of fortunes. Yet, the past year has held some dramatic lows for the crypto market. Since late 2022, it has balanced the fall of one of the largest cryptocurrency exchanges, FTX, the ensuing market lows, and aggressive enforcement actions by regulatory bodies. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enforcement actions, in particular, have sharply increased. They surged 183% in the 6 months following the FTX collapse. Among them are notably included lawsuits against Binance and Coincase, two of FTX’s largest competitors. While the future of the cryptocurrency market today is unclear, legal and regulatory actions are demonstrating that the cryptocurrency market is being held accountable and will not be given a free pass. Attorneys advising victims of cryptocurrency Ponzi schemes or businesses offering security tokens will find this webinar a guide to better understanding the technology around it and the state of regulations.

In this CLE webinar, our expert panelists begin with an overview of the blockchain, what makes it unique, and some of its real-world uses. Our speakers then dive into how the blockchain works, highlighting validation methods and permissions. The conversation continues with a discussion of the relationship between blockchain and cryptocurrencies, focusing on the different types of tokens available and their purpose. Our experts then review the existing regulatory framework, which is conducted primarily at the agency and state levels, but has also been supported by Executive Order 14067. The webinar concludes with a discussion of the state of cryptocurrency litigations today.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1. What is Blockchain and What are its Uses?
  2. Blockchain Function, Explained
  3. Blockchain, the Foundation of Modern Cryptocurrencies
  4. Overview of Blockchain Regulations Today
  5. The State of Cryptocurrency Litigations

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Adjunct, Harvard University
  • Joshua Ashley Klayman
    • U.S. Head of Fintech
    • Head of Blockchain and Digital Assets, Linklaters
  • Michael C. Ibarra
    • CISO, Crypto Exchange Startup
  • Tiffany Smith
    • Partner, WilmerHale
  • Bradford Newman
    • Chair of North America Trade Secret Practice, Baker McKenzie
 

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Smartphone evidence in the courtroom

The Digital Verdict: Guide to Mastering Smartphone Evidence in the Courtroom

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The Digital Verdict: Guide to Mastering Smartphone Evidence in the Courtroom

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Overview of the Seminar

“The Digital Verdict: Guide to Mastering Smartphone Evidence in the Courtroom” is a pioneering seminar that delves into the intricate relationship between law and mobile technology. As the legal landscape increasingly pivots towards digital evidence, understanding the intricacies of smartphone data can be a decisive factor. This seminar provides an exploration of the critical aspects of smartphone evidence in litigations, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the digital age.

Why Choose to Take the Seminar

This seminar is an opportunity to gain a competitive edge. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and Evidence as they apply to smartphones. You’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of digital evidence, ensuring your arguments stand firm against scrutiny.

What You Will Learn from the Seminar

You’ll master the key factors for the admissibility of smartphone evidence and understand the key takeaways of recent cases from the perspective of experts. This seminar equips you with the knowledge to effectively leverage digital footprints, transforming your courtroom strategies with cutting-edge insights.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1. Overview of Relevant Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
  2. Federal Rules of Evidence for Smart Phones
  3. Key Factors to Consider for the Admissibility of Evidence
  4. Recent Cases

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Faculty, Harvard University
  • Genevieve Sauter
    • Partner, NoonanLance
  • Jeffery Rosenfeld
    • Of Counsel, Blank Rome LLP

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Impact of AI on the Practice of Law

The Impact of AI on the Practice of Law

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The Impact of AI on the Practice of Law

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Impact of AI on the Practice of Law
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While artificial intelligence has already been part of our daily lives in innocuous and often subtle ways for a long time, the dramatic rise of generative AI’s prominence in the past year has brought previously futuristic-seeming questions and concerns for attorneys to the forefront. Artificial intelligence has the ability to support lawyers in the more laborious aspects of their profession, such as document review, legal research, contract analysis, and even first drafts. Yet, as the legal profession had long been considered ‘safe’ from automation, many fear that these supposed tools may eventually replace them. While all these questions cannot entirely be answered today, our experts, who are leading legal voices in the field of AI, will help attorneys to better understand how the technology works, what it can be used for, and its limitations. This will enable attorneys to adapt to these new developments while safeguarding the human-centric aspect of the legal practice.

In this seminar, our expert panelists begin by providing a primer on artificial intelligence, reviewing the primary types of reasoning, and highlighting how machine learning works. Next, our speakers dive into the many applications of AI for the legal industry, highlighting specific use cases for eDiscovery. The conversation then evolves to the current and potential future impacts of AI on the legal profession, from the benefits to concerns of attorneys being replaced by AI. Our experts conclude by focusing on how attorneys should prepare and adapt to changes engendered by AI while upholding ethical and legal standards.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1. Understanding Artificial Intelligence
  2. Practical Applications of AI in the Legal Industry
  3. Impact of AI on the Legal Profession
  4. Ethical and Legal Considerations with the Adoption of AI

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Faculty, Harvard University
  • Shawna Hoffman
    • President, Guardrail Technologies
  • Ben Coleman
    • Founder, Reality Defenders
  • Judge David Harvey (Ret)
    • Barrister

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Epiq Global Mass and Class Summit

Epiq Global Mass and Class Summit

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Epiq Global Mass and Class Summit

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Epiq Global Mass and Class Summit

When: March 4th – 6th, 2024

Duration: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Epiq’s Mass and Class unique, three-day educational retreat is back for its third year! This year’s summit will be held in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from March 4-6, 2024. We will present an impressive group of court-appointed neutrals, judges and some of the best plaintiff and defense attorneys in the class action and mass tort industry.

In addition to attending panel discussions on the hottest topics in multidistrict litigation, there are plenty of opportunities to network with the prestigious speakers and others in attendance.

Registration is limited and space will sell out, so be sure to register and book your room early!

Early bird registration ends Jan. 8, 2024.  Final registration ends March 3, 2024.

Why You Should Attend

 
  • Access to Expert Panel Discussions: Engage in insightful discussions on the latest trends in multidistrict litigation with 60of the most prominent experts in Mass Torts and Class Action.
  • Exclusive Networking Opportunities: An all in one place for a unique networking and educational experience. Network with Federal and State Court Judges, Court-Appointed Neutrals, top Plaintiff and Defense attorneys, and other industry experts.
  • Stay Up to Date: Join us for lively discussions on recent developments and best practices in the industry while earning CLE credits.

Speakers:

Daniel Garrie
Law & Forensics

 
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UCL

UCL Institute for the California Lawyers Association

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UCL Institute for the California Lawyers Association

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UCL Institute for the California Lawyers Association

When: January 18th, 2024

Duration: 1:45 PM – 2:15 PM

Format: In-Person

Daniel Garrie, a practitioner (Zeichner Ellman & Krause), neutral (JAMS), and legal engineering entrepreneur (Law & Forensics), will discuss the abuses in class discovery that have become all too common in UCL matters.

Why You Should Attend

  • Expert Insights from Daniel Garrie: Attendees will gain valuable insights from Daniel Garrie as his expertise covers a wide range of areas in legal technology and dispute resolution.
  • Focus on Class Discovery Abuses in UCL Matters: The panel will address the increasingly prevalent issue of abuses in class discovery, especially in Unfair Competition Law (UCL) matters. This is a critical topic for legal professionals dealing with class actions and consumer protection cases.
  • Guidance for Legal Practitioners: Legal practitioners, including attorneys and legal advisors, will benefit from understanding these abuses and learning strategies to navigate or prevent them in their practices.

Speakers

Daniel Garrie
Law & Forensics

Michael Geibelson
Robins Kaplan LLP

 
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Zero Day Exploits

Zero Day Exploits: Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in a Rapidly Evolving Digital Landscape

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Zero Day Exploits: Navigating Cybersecurity Challenges in a Rapidly Evolving Digital Landscape

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In this day and age, vigilance in maintaining cyber hygiene and online practices is paramount for individuals, small businesses, and especially for professionals like lawyers, law firms, and banks. Cyber threats, ranging from individual hacks to large-scale data breaches, pose significant risks to both business operations and personal information. The ever-present threat of malicious actors who will take advantage of any vulnerabilities they have access to underscores the critical need for continuous awareness and proactive measures. Sometimes, however, it is not so clear. Zero-day exploits are one particularly insidious type of attack where cybercriminals target previously unknown and undetected vulnerabilities in a network. While this may sound like an impossible situation, there are actual steps that can be taken to defend against zero-day exploits. It is crucial for legal professionals to comprehend the nuances of zero-day exploits, including what they are, how they work, and what can be done.

In this webinar our panel of experts will begin by illuminating the intricate world of zero-day exploits, differentiating them from conventional cyber-attacks and elucidating their inherent dangers. Drawing from real-life incidents, the panelists will dissect a major data breach caused by a zero-day exploit, providing attendees with a tangible understanding of the potential consequences. The panelists will go on to discuss the multifaceted realm of cybersecurity, exploring the different kinds of threats that organizations can face including the kind of data that can be stolen. The experts will give context to the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) used to combat computer crime and hacking. They will talk about what kind of technology is protected under the Act as well as the scope of the conduct prohibited. Finally, the panelists will review key methods for protecting against zero-day exploits, including the tools that can be used and the development of incident response plans.

This course is brought to you by the Global Cyber Institute and Thomson Reuters and is nationally accredited.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1.  What are Zero Day Exploits?
  2. What is Cybersecurity?
  3. Regulatory Protections from Attacks: CFAA
  4. How to Protect Against Zero Days?
  5. Key Takeaways

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Faculty, Harvard University
  • Anahi Santiago
    • Chief Information Security Officer, Christiana Care
  • David Kahlily
    • Director, Privacy and Data Security, FanDuel

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GDPR 2023

2023 Year in Review: The State and Impact of the GDPR

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2023 Year in Review: The State and Impact of the GDPR

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In our rapidly advancing global economy, the benefits of modernization and digital integration are undeniable, bringing unprecedented efficiency and connectivity to our daily lives. But as much as we get out of it, we also put in. The more digitized our lives become the higher the volume of personal data that will enter the digital landscape. So much of our personal information is collected online by companies we would not even consider. Every click, every interaction online results in a trail of data, much of which is harvested by companies without explicit consent. Companies will then take our personal information and sell it online to third-parties. Essentially, our data could be anywhere and everywhere online. Amidst this digital frenzy, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the European Union’s comprehensive data privacy law, stands as a beacon of privacy rights and consumer protections. As fines for non-compliance only continue to increase, counsel advising clients with business in the EU will find this webinar an excellent opportunity to better understand the regulation and stay updated on the past year’s developments.

In this seminar, our expert panelists will introduce GDPR, shedding light on the regulation and the background to its establishment. They will cover the far-reaching scope of the regulation as well as its exceptions. The experts will then go on to describe the recent changes to how GDPR is regulated that came about in 2023. They will describe the EU’s move towards a more centralized enforcement model allowing for greater consistency across rulings in various EU countries. The panelists will continue by discussing the criteria for receiving GDPR penalties, emphasizing the accountability of entities that violate these stringent regulations. They will continue by reviewing some of the fines that have been distributed throughout the EU, including the standout example and largest fine to date given to Meta, serving as a stark reminder of the serious consequences of mishandling personal data. Finally, the panelists will discuss what they expect for the future of GDPR and recommendations for best practices.

This course is brought to you by the Global Cyber Institute and Thomson Reuters and is nationally accredited.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1. Overview of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  2. How 2023 was Significant for the GDPR?
  3. GDPR Fines in 2023
  4. Key Takeaways and What Lies Ahead

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Faculty, Harvard University
  • K Royal, Ph.D.
    • Global Chief Privacy Officer, Crawford & Company
  • Jarno Vanto
    • Partner, King & Spalding
  • Noshin Khan
    • Associate Director, Ethics and Compliance, OneTrust

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HIPAA

Navigating HIPAA: Guide to the Privacy Rule

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Navigating HIPAA: Guide to the Privacy Rule

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In an era where digital technologies dominate the healthcare landscape, safeguarding sensitive patient data is paramount. The healthcare sector is a vital cornerstone of society and is increasingly vulnerable to malicious cyber threats. Healthcare records contain some of the most sensitive personal data which, if exposed, can leave patients incredibly vulnerable to identity theft or reputational damage. It is critical for attorneys to understand the delicate and intricate world of healthcare data security. Specifically, with a focus on healthcare’s most significant security law, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its transformative Privacy Rule. Legal professionals will be equipped not just with legal information but with strategic foresight that is invaluable in the ever-changing reality of healthcare cybersecurity. This webinar will empower lawyers to be the guardians of patient privacy, ensuring the healthcare sector continues to thrive securely in the digital age.

In this webinar, the expert panelists will begin by discussing the current state of security for the healthcare industry, painting a vivid picture of the threats healthcare entities face in this digital age. Panelists will then introduce HIPAA, the linchpin of healthcare privacy laws and describe the entities the rule covers. They will continue by discussing the information that HIPAA protects and the information it excludes. The panel will go on to outline the Privacy Rule under HIPAA and its permitted uses and disclosures. Finally, the experts will review the proposed privacy rule changes their expectations for how the anticipated changes will affect the future of cybersecurity in the healthcare industry.

This course is brought to you by the Global Cyber Institute and Thomson Reuters and is nationally accredited.

Topics covered in this webinar:   

  1. The Current State of Cybersecurity Law and Healthcare
  2. Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
  3. Understanding the HIPAA Privacy Rule
  4. Proposed Privacy Rules Changes

Speakers:

  • Daniel B. Garrie, Esq.
    • Founder, Law & Forensics
    • Neutral, JAMS
    • Faculty, Harvard University
  • Dave Summitt
    • ICIT Fellow
    • Healthcare Security Advisor
    • Former CISO/VP Cyber Security
  • Afzal Khan
    • Global CISO, OPKO Health, Inc.
  • Jennifer Coughlin
    • Founding Partner, Mullen Coughlin

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CFAA

Code and Conduct: Navigating the CFAA

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