Ethics Teleconference: THE CONFLICTED BOND LAWYER: Conflict Analysis Considerations in the Post-Dodd-Frank/MCDC World
Date: Tuesday, December 8, 2015, 1-2:30pm EST
This teleconference will discuss and suggest an analytical framework for practitioners relating to (a) the effectiveness of conflict waivers embedded in engagement letters and whether certain conflicts are non-consentable, (b) balancing client expectations, particularly in light of increasing post-issuance requirements, with flat or lower fees, and (c) conflicts created by MCDC enforcement actions.
Panelists:
- Wayne D. Gerhold – Law Offices of Wayne D. Gerhold, Pittsburgh, PA
- Teri M. Guarnaccia – Ballard Spahr LLP, Baltimore, MD
- William L. Hirata (Chair) – Law Offices of William L. Hirata PLLC, Charlotte, NC
- G. Mark Mamantov – Bass, Berry & Sims PLC, Knoxville, TN
CLE Information: NABL has applied for and anticipates receiving ethics CLE credit for between 1.5 and 1.8 hours in most states that accredit teleconferences. Be sure to include your CLE states and identifying numbers on the registration form. Certificates of Attendance will be e-mailed to attendees following the program, and credit hours will be reported to those states that require sponsors to report credit, based on the telephone records, and where required, the attendance codes supplied during the program.
Registration Fees: $195 for NABL members; $295 non members. Registrations must be received by 5:00 pm EST, Friday, December 4. Materials and instructions will be sent to all registrants on Monday, December 7.
Online registration is currently only available to NABL members. Non-members may use the downloadable registration form.