Attorneys will learn how IP assets are treated, protected, and optimized before, during, and after insolvency proceedings under the Bankruptcy Code.
Attorneys will gain a structured approach to IP valuation methodologies, license agreement considerations, and strategic tools for asset monetization in distressed environments.
Attorneys will learn how IP assets are treated, protected, and optimized before, during, and after insolvency proceedings under the Bankruptcy Code.
Attorneys will gain a structured approach to IP valuation methodologies, license agreement considerations, and strategic tools for asset monetization in distressed environments.
Agenda
Session 1
The Strategic Role of IP in Bankruptcy
Session 2
Defining Intellectual Property Under the Bankruptcy Code
Session 3
Traditional and Emerging Forms of IP Assets
Session 4
Identifying and Valuing IP Assets in Bankruptcy
Session 5
Critical Issues in IP License Agreement Provisions
Break
Scheduled Break
Session 6
Sales of IP Assets Under Section 363
Session 7
License Rights and Protections Under Section 365(n)
Session 8
Intra-Company and Intercompany IP Licensing Arrangements
Session 9
Assumption and Assignment of IP Agreements
Session 10
Influential Case Law Shaping IP and Bankruptcy
Session 11
Strategic Tools for IP Asset Optimization and Monetization
1:00 pm - 1:10 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session explores why intellectual property has become the dominant asset class, representing over 90% of S&P 500 market value. Attendees will learn how IP provides value preservation, revenue generation, and negotiation leverage during insolvency proceedings.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
1:10 pm - 1:20 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session examines key statutory provisions including Sections 101(35A), 365(a), 365(n), and 365(c) that govern IP treatment in bankruptcy. Particular attention is given to why trademarks are excluded from the Bankruptcy Code’s IP definition due to quality control obligations.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
1:20 pm - 1:30 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Participants will review traditional IP categories including patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets, along with their distinct characteristics. The session also covers emerging IP forms such as NFTs, AI-generated works, database rights, and data assets.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
1:30 pm - 1:45 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session covers pre-bankruptcy planning, IP identification challenges, and the three primary valuation methodologies: income, market, and cost approaches. Attendees will understand how valuations differ between Chapter 11 reorganization and Chapter 7 liquidation scenarios.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
1:45 pm - 2:00 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session addresses essential license provisions for bankruptcy planning, including survival of rights, anti-assignment clauses, and 365(n) election procedures. The treatment of exclusive versus non-exclusive licenses and trademark-specific considerations will be examined.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:00 pm - 2:10 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
A ten-minute intermission allowing participants to refresh before the second half of the program. Use this time to review materials and prepare questions for upcoming sessions.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:10 pm - 2:20 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session explains how Section 363 sales allow debtors to sell assets free and clear of liens and encumbrances. The Nortel Networks case study demonstrates how competitive bidding can dramatically increase IP asset values from $3.6 billion to over $4.5 billion.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:20 pm - 2:30 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Attendees will learn how 365(n) protects licensees when the licensor files bankruptcy, ensuring continued use of licensed IP. The session contrasts treatment when the debtor is the licensee versus licensor, and addresses the distinct challenges with trademark licenses.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:30 pm - 2:40 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session examines centralized IP holdco models versus opco ownership structures and their implications in bankruptcy. Participants will learn about fraudulent transfer risks, third-party license impacts, and critical documentation requirements.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:40 pm - 2:50 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
The session analyzes how IP license treatment depends on whether the IP qualifies under the Bankruptcy Code and whether the debtor is licensor or licensee. Key considerations for each scenario are summarized to guide strategic decision-making.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
2:50 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
This session reviews landmark cases including Mission Product Holdings v. Tempnology, which addressed trademark license treatment at the Supreme Court level. Participants will understand how these precedents resolved circuit inconsistencies and established binding standards.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
3:00 pm - 3:10 pm EST
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
The final session covers monetization options from outright sales to IP enforcement, ranked by accessibility and difficulty. Attendees will learn the four-step preparation process: asset mapping, technical review, valuation, and strategic packaging for sale.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
SESSION I
Deposing trucking company personnel…
SESSION II
Defending the Company. Effective Deposition …
SESSION III
Defending the Company. Effective Deposition …
SESSION IV
Defending the Company. Effective Deposition …
2:00 – 3:00 PM EST
In trucking accident litigation, plaintiff attorneys must strategically depose key company personnel to uncover negligence, regulatory violations, and systemic misconduct.
This session provides practical deposition strategies to hold carriers accountable and maximize case value. From frontline drivers to senior executives, attendees will learn how to ask precise questions that expose operational lapses, reveal liability patterns, and strengthen plaintiff claims.
Participants will gain tools to challenge unsafe company cultures, evaluate inadequate training and hiring, and document compliance gaps that often lead to catastrophic incidents.
2:00 – 3:00 PM EST
In trucking accident litigation, plaintiff attorneys must strategically depose key company personnel to uncover negligence, regulatory violations, and systemic misconduct.
This session provides practical deposition strategies to hold carriers accountable and maximize case value. From frontline drivers to senior executives, attendees will learn how to ask precise questions that expose operational lapses, reveal liability patterns, and strengthen plaintiff claims.
Participants will gain tools to challenge unsafe company cultures, evaluate inadequate training and hiring, and document compliance gaps that often lead to catastrophic incidents.
2:00 – 3:00 PM EST
In trucking accident litigation, plaintiff attorneys must strategically depose key company personnel to uncover negligence, regulatory violations, and systemic misconduct.
This session provides practical deposition strategies to hold carriers accountable and maximize case value. From frontline drivers to senior executives, attendees will learn how to ask precise questions that expose operational lapses, reveal liability patterns, and strengthen plaintiff claims.
Participants will gain tools to challenge unsafe company cultures, evaluate inadequate training and hiring, and document compliance gaps that often lead to catastrophic incidents.
2:00 – 3:00 PM EST
In trucking accident litigation, plaintiff attorneys must strategically depose key company personnel to uncover negligence, regulatory violations, and systemic misconduct.
This session provides practical deposition strategies to hold carriers accountable and maximize case value. From frontline drivers to senior executives, attendees will learn how to ask precise questions that expose operational lapses, reveal liability patterns, and strengthen plaintiff claims.
Participants will gain tools to challenge unsafe company cultures, evaluate inadequate training and hiring, and document compliance gaps that often lead to catastrophic incidents.
speakers
A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.
Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024). He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.
Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.
A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.
Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024). He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.
Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.
A 2013 graduate of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College in Dubois, Wyoming, Joe is rated AV Preeminent™ by Martindale-Hubbell — the highest peer rating for exceptional legal ability and ethics. He is among the first nine attorneys nationwide to earn board certification in Truck Accident Law from the National Board of Trial Advocacy.
Joe received the Roadway Safety Award from the American Association for Justice (AAJ) for his commitment to improving highway safety. He currently serves as Co-Chair of the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys (ATAA) Safety Committee, advocating for higher safety standards across the trucking industry.
Joe serves on the faculty of the AAJ Advanced Trial Advocacy College: Litigating Truck Collision Cases (2015 & 2024). He is an active member of AAJ’s Trucking Litigation Group and sits on the Board of Regents for the Academy of Truck Accident Attorneys.
Joe frequently consults and co-counsels on complex commercial truck cases. His proven track record includes numerous successful trials against motor carriers and truck leasing companies — delivering justice for victims of commercial vehicle accidents.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Former leader of Barnes & Thornburg’s Patent Practice Group with extensive experience managing diverse client expectations for patent portfolio management and growth. She has worked extensively in private, government and legal-services sectors, providing counsel on global strategic portfolio procurement, standards essential patents, and patent licensing.
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Former leader of Barnes & Thornburg’s Patent Practice Group with extensive experience managing diverse client expectations for patent portfolio management and growth. She has worked extensively in private, government and legal-services sectors, providing counsel on global strategic portfolio procurement, standards essential patents, and patent licensing.
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
Senior Director in the Management Consulting and Valuation practice with experience in valuation, strategy, and transaction advisory assistance to companies, investors, and governments across various industries including life sciences, energy and climate tech, sustainable materials, software, and retail.
Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S Held
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Why Attend
Being an attorney is hard enough without the bookkeeping/IOLTA nonsense. Ready to keep more of what you earn? Whether you’re launching a new law practice or been in your own practice for forty years, this program is your roadmap to slashing your tax bill and building real wealth. Want to write off that second home, or discover how to deduct your vacation? In this dynamic, eye-opening session, civil and criminal tax controversy attorney Eric Green will walk you through often-overlooked strategies to dramatically cut taxes, increase deductions, and protect your law practice from IRS audit adjustments. You’ll walk away armed with actionable insights you can put to work immediately and easily earn back 8-10X what you invested in this seminar!
The program will cover not just how to deduct these expenses but what documentation you need to maintain to make sure you are audit proof if Uncle Sam comes calling!
In this new expanded webinar, Eric and Leighanne will review other benefits like converting your practice to an S Corporation, retirement planning and discuss apps that can help tie all this together and make your record keeping a breeze!
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Don’t miss this opportunity to transform the way you think about taxes—and take home the tools you need to save thousands year after year.
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Closed-captioning available
2025-09-05 13:00:00
This program begins with the foundations of generative AI, introducing large language models and transformer architecture, then moves into practical applications for legal professionals. Participants will learn how to design and deploy custom GPTs in OpenAI and build agent-based automations in Microsoft Copilot, both of which enable legal teams to streamline repetitive work across transactional matters, litigation management, and broader legal operations. The program also highlights how to use OpenAI projects and Microsoft’s integrated tools to scale and organize AI-driven efficiencies across the legal function.
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Date / Time: December 19, 2025
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2025-10-30 14:00:00
Session I – Considerations: Revocable vs. Irrevocable – Georgia Bender
In this session, attorney Georgia Bender will present a brief analysis of the structures and considerations involved in revocable and irrevocable trusts and when each type of trust may be appropriate. Next, Ms. Bender will go into a broad discussion of revocable trusts and the advantages they bring in flexibility of administration, probate avoidance, and estate tax planning. She’ll then review who might be an ideal candidate for this type of trust.
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Session II – Irrevocable Trusts and Trust Administration – Joseph Donohue
In this session, Attorney Joseph Donohue will review four common types of irrevocable trusts and the contexts in which they are best used. Next, Mr. Donohue will offer some helpful drafting tips for trusts. Lastly, he will dive into topics surrounding trust administration from tax reporting to key phases, avoiding trust contests, and drafting documents to protect your fiduciary clients.
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Date / Time: December 11, 2025
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2026-05-08 14:00:00
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Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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