Representation and warranties insurance (RWI) policies are gaining increased popularity as a way for sellers and buyers to transfer the risk of breach of a representation or warranty in a purchase agreement, resulting in financial loss, to the insurance markets. RWI policies provide indemnification to limit sellers’ post-closing liability, while buyers see the policies as a way to streamline negotiations and preserve commercial relationships. Not surprisingly, the increase in the number of policies has led to a corresponding increase in claims. With the growing use of the RWI policies in transactions, attorneys need to have a greater understanding of how to negotiate these policies upfront, as well as common issues that clients encounter when pursuing or defending claims under these policies.

A Letter of Intent (LOI) is a pivotal document during the early stages of business transactions, setting out the essential terms of a deal. The LOI is often the parties’ first pass at putting the detailed terms and finalization mechanisms of a deal in writing, and may heavily influence the negotiations of the deal’s full terms to follow, as well as helping to guide the parties as conflicts arise. As such, LOIs demand careful attention and a meticulous drafting approach from both counsel and client. So, before you start on your next LOI, register for and attend this comprehensive session on when to use LOIs and how to draft effective and clear LOIs. After attending, you’ll be able to draft LOIs that reflect your clients’ true intentions and avoid the many pitfalls that often follow a poorly drafted LOI.

Franchising is an effective way for brand owners to achieve rapid expansion through franchisee investment. But although widely utilized across a variety of industries, franchising is not without its legal risks. Federal and state franchise laws can apply to a surprisingly broad spectrum of contractual arrangements, making it crucial for attorneys to remain vigilant and avoid creating “accidental franchises.” Regulatory issues and shifting trends – such as the NLRB’s expanded joint employer rule, increasing investment by private equity firms in both franchisees and franchisors, and the rise of alternate channels of distribution – also create opportunities and pitfalls in drafting and negotiating franchise agreements.

A limited liability company (LLC) offers a unique combination of the flexibility of a partnership with the asset protection of a corporation. To effectively advise clients on LLC matters, you must have the knowledge to convey the purpose of an LLC agreement, as well as the relevant provisions that apply to the formation and growth of the company. You must also have the foresight to address legal issues and potential disputes that might arise between LLC members and managers.

The cannabis industry is a multi-billion-dollar industry despite an enduring federal prohibition on marijuana. As of February 2024, 24 states and the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis for recreational use, and another 14 states allow medicinal use. This growth has brought about increased demand from businesses for cannabis licensing within legalized jurisdictions and a growing need by the industry for legal counsel in such areas as licensing, corporate formation, tax planning, banking, real estate, creditor’s rights, and more.

Session 1: Welcome and New Non-Profit Organizations/Public Charities Division Leadership Session 4: Nonprofit: After the U.S. Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Decisions The Conference focuses on the new and noteworthy: Election year political activity and lobbying, the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions and their fallout, a year-in-review roundup, and the new Division Chief of the Nonprofit Organizations, Public Charities Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. We also take a deep dive into choice of entity considerations and impact investing.

Session 2: Nonprofit Law: Year in Review The Conference focuses on the new and noteworthy: Election year political activity and lobbying, the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions and their fallout, a year-in-review roundup, and the new Division Chief of the Nonprofit Organizations, Public Charities Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. We also take a deep dive into choice of entity considerations and impact investing.

Session 3: Nonprofit: Choice of Entity The Conference focuses on the new and noteworthy: Election year political activity and lobbying, the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions and their fallout, a year-in-review roundup, and the new Division Chief of the Nonprofit Organizations, Public Charities Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. We also take a deep dive into choice of entity considerations and impact investing.

Session 5: Nonprofit Political Activity and Lobbying in an Election Year Session 6: Impact Investing The Conference focuses on the new and noteworthy: Election year political activity and lobbying, the U.S. Supreme Court’s affirmative action decisions and their fallout, a year-in-review roundup, and the new Division Chief of the Nonprofit Organizations, Public Charities Division of the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. We also take a deep dive into choice of entity considerations and impact investing.

Understanding the key components of a grant agreement is critical for both donors and nonprofit organizations that receive charitable grants. Whether you advise funders or charities, please join us online for a valuable overview of the considerations for preparing and entering into grant agreements from the perspective of both donors and grantees, followed by a deeper dive discussion of the nuances related to a few specific types of grants, including but not limited to advocacy, research, and international grants as well as grants made by private foundations.