Friday, May 2 • 9:00 – 11:15 a.m. CT

Session 1: In today’s diverse workforce, it is common to find employees from multiple generations working side by side. This dynamic can present unique legal and practical challenges and opportunities for organizations. Using examples from the TV series The Z-Suite as a framework, this CLE program will explore the complexities of managing a multigenerational workforce in law firms, corporations, and other organizations, and discuss best practices for mitigating the legal risks.

Session 2: Participants will work collaboratively through a hypothetical scenario and discuss the various legal issues presented in the scenario, which includes corporate, M&A, data privacy, employment, and environmental law issues. Following the group discussions, subject matter experts in each of the substantive legal areas addressed in the scenario will present an analysis of the key legal issues to the attendees.

Wednesday, June 18 • 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. ET

Troutman Pepper Locke welcomes the members of the Young Professionals in Energy to a networking reception followed by a panel discussion in our New York office. We hope you will join us!

Community solar projects offer significant benefits to both developers and consumers (individuals, businesses, and other groups) by providing broader access to solar energy, typically through a subscription model. The Inflation Reduction Act has introduced various incentives aimed at encouraging the development of community solar projects. Renewable energy counsel and developers must understand the legal and regulatory landscape.

The panel will provide comprehensive guidance for renewable energy professionals on the development of community solar projects. The discussion will focus on the supply chain in such projects, including associated legal and regulatory benefits and challenges, tax incentives, renewable energy certificates (RECs), and other critical considerations essential for the successful development of community solar projects.

AGENDA

6:30 – 7:15 p.m. – Networking Reception

7:15 – 8:00 p.m. – Panel Discussion

Monday, April 28 • 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. ET

Alison Grounds, Antonio Avant, Katelyn Gillece, and Lindsey Mann will present eDiscovery 101. This program provides an introduction to the basic concepts of eDiscovery which occur throughout all phases of a litigation or investigation, including strategic planning and practice tips for each phase: preservation and the legal hold process, collection of client documents/data, written discovery considerations, protocols and privilege logs, document review and analysis (including technology assisted review), document production, format of production, and use of documents in depositions/motion and trial.

This course serves as a foundation for more detailed sessions on issues such as protecting privileges, managing document reviews, and negotiating ESI Protocols.

Please email CLEmanagement@troutman.com for more information.

April 22 – 24, 2025

In this hands-on training for trial advocacy, participants perform in simulated trial setting followed by individual faculty critique. Trials are supplemented by lectures (both virtual and in-person) and demonstrations on specific legal and practice issues related to trial advocacy.

Please email CLEmanagement@troutman.com for more information.

Tuesday, April 29 • 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. ET

Join Troutman Pepper Locke Partners Judy O’Grady and Debbie Spranger for an insightful webinar discussing the recent leadership and policy changes at the FDA. The panel will explore the impact these changes may have on the life sciences sector.

Monday, May 19 • 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. ET

Troutman Pepper Locke will be hosting “The Tax and Securities Regulatory Outlook for Real Estate Funds and REITs” roundtable with Crowe on May 19, 2025. The presentation will address key legal, tax, and audit/finance considerations pertinent to real estate funds and ventures.

Topics may include:

Scheduled Sunset of Various TCJA Tax Provisions

  • Section 199A 20% Deduction for Qualified Business Income and Ordinary REIT Dividends
    • Effect of expiration and potential structure to minimize impact of expiration
  • Qualified Opportunity Funds
    • Elimination of capital gains deferral and tax-free sale after 10-year hold
    • Potential planning strategy to maximize benefits under current law
  • Phase Out of Bonus Depreciation
    • Potential utilization of “repair” regulations where relevant
  • Limitation on Deductibility of “Excess Business Losses”
    • Will limitations be further extended or made permanent?

Updates on Securities Offerings in the New Administration

Market Use of 506(c) and General Solicitation

Key Audit Considerations for the Real Estate Industry

  • ILPA templates – designed for private equity closed-end funds and potential implications for the real estate industry – reporting and performance template
  • Post-election climate (including tariffs) and potential implications for real estate
  • Latest financial reporting hot topics

Potential New Tax Legislation on the Horizon

  • Extension of TCJA provisions?
  • Changes to individual and corporate tax rates
  • Taxation of all carried interest as ordinary Income
  • Elimination of FIRPTA corporate look-through regulations
  • Tax credit for conversion of buildings from commercial to residential use
  • Elimination of business SALT and/or local property deductions, and changes to individual SALT deduction limitation

Thursday, May 15 • 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CT

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Join us for a half-day CLE seminar that includes a networking lunch and discussions on the latest topics in the field. Our distinguished presenters, comprised of practitioners, arbitrators, in-house counsel, and representatives from arbitral institutions, will delve into subjects such as artificial intelligence (AI), energy, construction, ethics, and more.

The event will offer 4 hours of CLE credit (3 hours substantive and 1 hour ethics). The panels will encourage audience participation and engagement.

Schedule

8:00 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast

8:45 a.m. | Opening Remarks

9:00 a.m. | Insights into Energy and Construction
Energy and construction-related disputes have long dominated the landscape of international arbitration, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for legal practitioners. This panel aims to delve into the intricate world of international construction arbitration and energy disputes, exploring the complexities, nuances, and intersections between these two critical sectors. By examining real-world cases and emerging trends, the panel will provide practical insights and strategies for effectively managing and resolving these disputes and their predictions for future industry trends.

  • Reem Ayad, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Leslie Davis, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • David Harrell, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Zach Torres-Fowler, Troutman Pepper Locke

10:15 a.m. | Artificial Intelligence in Arbitration: A Round Table Discussion
Artificial intelligence promises to revolutionize the practice of law in a number of ways, and international arbitration is no exception. Join us for a roundtable discussion of the practical, legal, and ethical considerations associated the use of A.I. in international arbitration.

  • Hon. Bridget McCormack, AAA-ICDR
  • Tom Kinney, Troutman Pepper Locke

11:30 a.m. | Emergency Arbitration and Expedited Arbitration
Emergency arbitration and expedited arbitration procedures were developed by arbitral institutions to enhance the efficiency of dispute resolution and address some limitations of traditional arbitration. However, now that these procedures have become commonplace, the question remains: have they lived up to expectations? This panel will share their experiences with these procedural devices, discussing their benefits, potential drawbacks, and practical applications, and explain how to use these mechanisms effectively to achieve clients’ objectives.

  • John Gazzola, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Jeremy Heep, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Ann Ryan Robertson, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Mark Stadnyk, thyssenkrupp nucera

12:30 p.m. | Lunch and Networking Break

1:30 p.m. | Ethics in International Arbitration
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the diverse legal practices and professional responsibilities across international jurisdictions through this insightful session. We will explore key differences in legal practices, such as the British restriction on speaking with witnesses compared to the American approach, and the contrasting techniques in cross-examination. The discussion will include the complexities of attorney-client privilege, particularly for in-house attorneys, and how these privileges are managed differently across jurisdictions.

  • Victoria Alvarez, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Kathleen Laird, Troutman Pepper Locke
  • Paul Neufeld, Youssef + Partners
  • Sagar Patel, Troutman Pepper Locke

Wednesday, March 26 • 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Prior to the mock trials, participants will attend virtual and in-person lectures on specific legal and practice issues relating to trial advocacy. The third session, Objections, will cover:

  • Federal Rules of Evidence as a Guide
  • Mechanics of Objections & Strategy
  • Planning for Objections
  • Leading Questions

Participants were nominated by their practice manager. Please email CLEmanagement@troutman.com for more information or to register.

Tuesday, April 22 • 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET

Please join our panel of practicing lawyers and technologists as they analyze the key decisions and technical innovations impacting discovery in 2024 and highlight trends for 2025. We will discuss practical considerations when balancing legal requirements with rapidly changing AI and other technologies, the ongoing impact of collaboration and messaging applications, and the latest developments in privilege protection and preservation. We will also share practical tips from our experience across matters and industries addressing these concerns.

Tuesday, March 18 • 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET

Prior to the mock trials, participants will attend virtual and in-person lectures on specific legal and practice issues relating to trial advocacy. The second session, Exhibits, will cover:

  • Authenticating Exhibits
  • Charts & Summary Exhibits
  • Objections to Exhibits

Participants were nominated by their practice manager. Please email CLEmanagement@troutman.com for more information or to register.