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Professional DevelopmentCourse Catalog (U.S.)

November 2007

Colleagues,

The guiding principle of intergenerational excellence is integral to all of our endeavors at K&L Gates. Our partners have been faithful to this precept in a myriad of ways. Historically, they have shared their wisdom and knowledge with other lawyers through important institutional efforts, including the Mentoring Program, the associate review process, pro bono work, and participation in practice groups.

Our vision when we established the Professional Development Department was to formalize our tradition of intergenerational excellence and create developmentally appropriate programming for every lawyer at K&L Gates, from our newest associate to our most seasoned partner. Our vision has become a reality, as evidenced by this publication—the Legal Practice Institute Course Catalog.

K&L Gates makes an enormous investment in you. The firm invests in you for your benefit and for the benefit of our clients. We provide you with every tool possible through a range of programmatic and institutional opportunities to maintain the standard of excellence that our clients expect. We offer both substantive and skills training corresponding to our main practice areas (Corporate/Transactional, Financial Services, Intellectual Property, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, Policy and Regulatory, as well as programming in the areas of Legal Writing and Research, Practice Management, Client Development and Relationship Management Skills, Lawyering Skills (i.e., negotiation, presentation, financial analysis), and Professionalism and Ethics. Each curriculum offers a range of developmentally appropriate programs for all lawyers, from summer associates to partners.

This Catalog represents a substantial investment on the part of many key people in this great firm to whom I would like to express my gratitude. First and foremost, I thank our outstanding partners for their contributions to the development of the substantive curricula. Our partners share my personal commitment to our lawyers’ professional development, serving as faculty members for the majority of our programs throughout the year. Their generosity in this regard is unparalleled. I also wish to acknowledge the contributions of Susan Fried, Chief Officer of Recruitment and Development, whose stewardship has been essential to the realization of my vision.

As K&L Gates continues on its journey as an international law firm, the possibilities seem limitless. I look forward to future collaborations with our practice groups, especially in the area of Professional Development. As we develop additional programming, we will publish updated editions of this Catalog. My hope is that every lawyer in this firm will use this Catalog as a resource and planning tool and avail themselves of the amazing opportunities K&L Gates provides all of its lawyers to achieve their highest potential and become the best counselors and advocates in the legal profession.

Sincerely,

Peter J. Kalis, Chairman and Global Managing Partner

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Course List for First Year Associates

f irst year associates

corporate/transactional

Anatomy of a Deal Audit and Opinion Letters Basic Elements of Acquisition/Sale Agreements Due Diligence Workshop for Business Transactions How to Run an Effective Closing Introduction to Capital Structures Introduction to Securities Laws Letters of Intent

financialservices

15(c) Contract Review and Board Functions Advertising Rules under the Investment Advisers Act

of 1940 Annual Investment Management Training Program CFTC Regulation Changes Under the ERISA Laws Closed-End Funds and Exchange Traded Funds

(ETFs) Current Issues in Mutual Fund Accounting Ethics of Corporate Representation:

Attorney Duties of Investigation and Reporting in the Post-Enron Era

ERISA for 40 Act Lawyers (video replay) Fund Inspection and Enforcement Issues Investment Company Operations

and Portfolio Management Introduction to Hedge Funds Key Differences between Hedge Funds

and Private Equity Funds Prime Brokerage and Administration Agreements Reg D, Reg S, and Blue Sky Registration and Disclosure Issues Registration of Broker/Dealers, Investment Advisers,

Registered Representatives and Investment Adviser Representatives

The Private Placement Memorandum Tax Issues Affecting Limited Liability Companies The Subscription Agreement—Part 1 The Subscription Agreement¬¬Part 2

intellectualproperty(under construction)

Economic Damages in IP Litigation IP Basics I IP Basics II: Business Implications of Intellectual Property

litigationanddisputeresolution

Anatomy of a Lawsuit Appeals Attorney-Client Privilege and Work Product Doctrine Basics of the Discovery Process Best Practices in Dispositive Motions Defending Depositions Early Case Assessment and Preparation How to Conduct Written Discovery Fundamentals of E-Discovery Fundamentals of Pleadings Managing a Document Review & Production Taking Depositions

policyandregulatory

Advocacy Before Regulatory Agencies Due Diligence for the Regulatory Lawyer How Regulations are Structured and Initiated, and Anatomy of a Lawsuit

Appropriate Foundational Corporate and/or Litigation Workshops

legalwriting&research

ABCs of Legal Research Fundamentals of Litigation Research Professional Writing for the New Lawyer Research for the Corporate Lawyer Research for the Regulatory Lawyer

practicemanagement

Forging Your Team: Working with Paralegals Forging Your Team: Working with Secretaries Law Firm Economics Managing Your Practice at K&L Gates: Nuts and Bolts Maximizing E-mail Efficiency and Understanding Litigation Hold Response Understanding Conflicts and the File Opening Process Understanding The Firm’s Information Systems

clientdevelopment&relationshipmanagement

Core Programs (repeated annually) Client Development and the K&L Gates Brand How I Developed My Practice (Partner Panels) Successful Work Relationships: Understanding Personality Styles for Effective Communications Your Positive Professional Brand

lawyeringskills

One-on-One Communication Skills Coaching Manage Your Message: Communication Between Professionals Key Concepts of Accounting and Finance

professionalism&ethics

Ethical Probity and Professional Standards at K&L Gates

First year lawyers are required to

attend all the programs in their

practice area, as well as those in

the remaining five curricula and

are welcome to attend additional

programs that are of interest to them.

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Core Programs (repeated annually)Choice of EntityFinancing the TransactionSecurities Laws: IntermediateTransactional Drafting Workshops (see Legal Writing and Research Curriculum)

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Anatomy of an IPO Comprehensive Review of Third Party Legal OpinionsEmployment and Labor Law Matters for Corporate LawyersIntroduction to Bankruptcy IssuesIntroduction to Environmental Law IssuesIntroduction to Secured LendingIP Basics IReal Estate for Corporate Lawyers

financialservices


of 1940 Annual Investment Management Training Program CFTC RegulationChanges Under the ERISA LawsClosed-End Funds and Exchange Traded Funds



ERISA for 40 Act Lawyers (video replay)Fund Inspection and Enforcement Issues Investment Company Operations

and Portfolio Management Introduction to Hedge Funds Investment Advisers Act TrainingInvestment Management TrainingKey Differences between Hedge Funds

and Private Equity Funds Prime Brokerage and Administration Agreements Reg D, Reg S, and Blue SkyRegistration and Disclosure Issues Registration of Broker/Dealers, Investment Advisers,


The Private Placement MemorandumTax Issues Affecting Limited Liability CompaniesThe Subscription Agreement—Part 1The Subscription Agreement¬¬Part 2

iintellectualproperty(under construction)Copyright BasicsEconomic Damages in IP Litigation IP Aspects of Corporate AcquisitionsIP Basics I (see Corporate Curriculum) IP Basics II: Business Implications of Intellectual PropertyTrade Secrets and Non-Disclosure AgreementsTrademark Basics


Core Programs (repeated annually)AppealsBest Practices for Dispositive MotionsBest Practices in PleadingsDefending DepositionsEarly Case AssessmentE-Discovery: Tips, Tactics, and TechniquesHow to Conduct Written DiscoveryTaking Depositions

litigationanddisputeresolution(continued)Elective Programs (repeated annually)Pro Bono LitigationWhat Corporate and Litigation Lawyers Need to Know About Each Others’ Practices

policyandregulatory

Core Programs (repeated annually)Administrative Law & the Regulatory Process— Practical Tips for Helping Your ClientHow Political Considerations Impact RegulationsIntroduction to the Basics of APA Rulemaking & Regulatory Law Standards for Review—Challenging Regulatory ActionsState vs. Federal Issues

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)’40 Act—Training SeriesEnvironmental Law—Training Series Health Care Law—Training Series Hedge Funds—Training Series Introduction to BankruptcyIntroduction to SEC Filings via EDGARSecurities Enforcement Litigation Group (SELG)— Training Series


Core Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Transactional Drafting Workshops: Translating the Business Deal Into Contract Concepts or Introduction to Drafting

Core Programs (rotating by office)Advanced Legal Writing and Editing (all lawyers)

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Drafting Disclosure Documents (transactional lawyers)


Core Programs (repeated annually)Building Your Referral Network and Cultivating Business RelationshipsClient Development and the K&L Gates Brand Dynamic Client CommunicationsHow I Developed My Practice (Partner Panels)Managing Your Time for Effective Client DevelopmentSuccessful Work Relationships: Understanding Personality Styles for Effective CommunicationsYour Positive Professional Brand

lawyeringskills

Core Programs (repeated annually)Effective Legal Negotiation and Settlement Key Concepts of Accounting and Finance

Elective Programs (rotating by office)Effective Presentation Skills WorkshopOne-on-One Presentation Skills Coaching


Elective Programs (repeated annually)An Examination of the Ethical Rules Regarding Payment for Legal ServicesCompliance and Codes of Ethics for Regulators Ethics in Business PracticeEthics in Litigation Practice

Course List for Junior Associates (Years 2 and 3)

junior associates

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Course List for Mid-Level Associates (Years 4 and 5)

mid-level associates


Core Programs (repeated annually)Fiduciary Duties of Directors, Officers and Majority ShareholdersOverview of Employee Benefits IssuesOverview of Executive CompensationTransactional Drafting Workshops (see Legal Writing & Research Curriculum) Venture Capital Transactions/Raising Private Capital

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Advanced Topics in Private Equity FinancingAntitrust IssuesEstate PlanningInsider Trading Insurance Coverage Issues for Corporate LawyersInternational Tax MattersIP Basics II: Business Implications of Intellectual PropertyLeasesLimited Liability OrganizationsNegotiating Deals WorkshopTax Issues for Corporate TransactionsTitle InsuranceWhat Corporate and Litigation Lawyers Need to Know About Each Others’ Practices Working with Start Up Companies

financialservices

15(c) Contract Review and Board Functions Advertising Rules under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 Annual Investment Management Training Program CFTC RegulationChanges Under the ERISA LawsClosed-End Funds and Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) Current Issues in Mutual Fund Accounting Ethics of Corporate Representation: Attorney Duties of Investigation

and Reporting in the Post-Enron EraERISA for 40 Act Lawyers (video replay)Fund Inspection and Enforcement Issues Investment Company Operations and Portfolio Management Introduction to Hedge Funds Key Differences between Hedge Funds


Registered Representatives and Investment Adviser RepresentativesThe Private Placement MemorandumTax Issues Affecting Limited Liability CompaniesThe Subscription Agreement—Part 1The Subscription Agreement¬¬Part 2

intellectualpropertyunder construction)Economic Damages in IP LitigationIP Basics II: Business Implications of Intellectual Property


Core Programs (repeated annually)AppealsDefending Depositions Deposing Expert WitnessesDirect and Cross-Examinations at TrialE-Discovery: Tips, Tactics, and TechniquesEarly Case Assessment Essential ADR Techniques Examining Expert Witnesses Hold All My Calls: Trial Preparation Jury Selection at Trial Opening and Closing Statements at Trial

litigationanddisputeresolution(continued)Core Programs (repeated annually) Practical Legal Issues at Trial Taking Depositions

Elective Programs (repeated annually)Best Practices in PleadingsPro Bono LitigationWhat Corporate and Litigation Lawyers Need to Know About Each Others’ Practices

policyandregulatory

Core Programs (repeated annually)Administrative Law & the Regulatory Process— Practical Tips for Helping Your ClientStandards for Review—Challenging Regulatory Actions

Speaker Series (scheduled on a periodic basis)Hear the Latest Developments from Representatives of Various Regulatory Agencies (under development)

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Environmental Law—Training SeriesHealth Care Law—Training Series Securities Enforcement Litigation Group (SELG)—Training Series


Core Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Transactional Drafting Workshops: Adding Value to the Deal or Advanced Drafting

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Advanced Persuasive Writing for Litigators

practicemanagement

Elective Program (repeated annually)Client Extranet Capabilities


Core Programs (repeated annually)Building Your Referral Network and Cultivating

Business RelationshipsCultivating Current Clients and Planting Seeds for New BusinessDynamic Client CommunicationsHow I Developed My Practice (Partner Panels)Managing Your Time for Effective Client DevelopmentSuccessful Work Relationships: Understanding Personality Styles

for Effective CommunicationsUtilizing Business Intelligence For Successful Client Development

lawyeringskills

Core Program (repeated annually)Accounting and Finance: Advanced

Core Program (rotating by office)Gain the Edge: Effective Negotiation Skills

Elective Programs (rotating by office)Effective Presentation Skills Workshop One-on-One Presentation Skills Coaching


Elective Programs (scheduled annually)An Examination of the Ethical Rules Regarding Payment for Legal ServicesCompliance and Codes of Ethics for Regulators Ethics for the Intermediate Practitioner

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Course List for Senior Associates (Years 6 and Up)

senior associates


Core Programs (repeated annually)Fiduciary Duties of Directors, Officers and Majority ShareholdersOverview of Employee Benefits IssuesOverview of Executive CompensationTransactional Drafting Workshops (see Legal Writing and Research Curriculum)Venture Capital Transactions/Raising Private Capital

Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Advanced Topics in Private Equity FinancingAntitrust IssuesInsider Trading Insurance Coverage for Corporate LawyersInternational Tax MattersNegotiating Deals Workshop

financialservices


of 1940 Annual Investment Management Training Program CFTC RegulationChanges Under the ERISA LawsClosed-End Funds and Exchange Traded Funds



ERISA for 40 Act Lawyers (video replay)Fund Inspection and Enforcement Issues Investment Company Operations

and Portfolio Management Introduction to Hedge Funds Key Differences between Hedge Funds



The Private Placement MemorandumTax Issues Affecting Limited Liability CompaniesThe Subscription Agreement—Part 1The Subscription Agreement¬¬Part 2

intellectualproperty(under construction)Economic Damages in IP Litigation


Core Programs (repeated annually)AppealsDeposing Expert WitnessesDirect and Cross-Examination at TrialE-Discovery: Tips, Tactics, and TechniquesEssential ADR TechniquesExamining Expert Witnesses at TrialJury Selection at TrialOpening and Closing Statements at Trial Practical Legal Issues at Trial

Elective Programs (repeated annually)Pro Bono LitigationWhat Corporate and Litigation Lawyers Need to Know About Each Others’ Practices

policyandregulatory

Elective Program (scheduled on a rotational basis)Administrative Law & the Regulatory Process— Practical Tips for Helping Your Client


Elective Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Environmental Law—Training Series Health Care Law—Training Series


Core Program (rotating by office)Effective Editing and Feedback Skills

Core Programs (scheduled on a rotational basis)Transactional Drafting Workshops: Adding Value to the Deal or Advanced Drafting

practicemanagement

Core Programs (rotating by office)Best Practices for Supervising & DelegatingBest Practices for Billing Feedback & Coaching SkillsMedia RelationsSharpening Your Mentoring Skills Panels

Elective Program (repeated annually)Client Extranet Capabilities


Core Programs (repeated annually)Cultivating Current Clients and Planting Seeds for New BusinessHow I Developed My Practice (Partner Panels)Successful Business Plans Successful Work Relationships: Understanding Personality Styles

for Effective CommunicationsUtilizing Business Intelligence For Successful Client Development

lawyeringskills

Core Programs (repeated annually)Reading Between the Lines of Financial Statements

Elective Program (rotating by office)One-on-One Presentation Skills Coaching


Elective Programs (repeated annually)An Examination of the Ethical Rules Regarding Payment for Legal ServicesEthics for the Advanced Business PractitionerEthics for the Advanced LitigatorEthics for the Advanced Practitioner IEthics for the Advanced Practitioner II

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Course List for Partners and Of Counsel

partners and of counsel


(scheduled annually)Under development


(scheduled annually)E-Discovery: Tips, Tactics, and Techniques

policyandregulatory


(scheduled on a rotational basis)Environmental Law—Training Series Health Care Law—Training Series


(rotating by office)Effective Editing and Feedback Skills

practicemanagement

(rotating by office)Best Practices for Supervising & DelegatingBest Practices for BillingFeedback & Coaching SkillsSharpening Your Mentoring Skills Panels


Core Programs (repeated annually)Successful Business Plans Successful Work Relationships: Understanding Personality Styles for Effective Communications

lawyeringskills

(scheduled on a rotational basis)Reading Between the Lines of Financial Statements

(rotating by office)One-on-One Presentation Skills Coaching


(scheduled on a rotational basis)Ethics for the Advanced Business Practitioner Ethics for the Advanced Litigator Ethics for the Advanced Practitioner IEthics for the Advanced Practitioner II