Live Conferences

Dallas – Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown – Sep 19-20, 2024

Join us for The University of Texas School of Law’s 10th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country, bringing together leading enforcement practitioners, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and top agency personnel from SEC, DOJ, and more.  UTGEI offers multiple opportunities for engagement and networking with some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations—making this an event you don't want to miss!

Dallas – Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown – Sep 28-29, 2023

Join us for The University of Texas School of Law’s 9th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country, bringing together leading enforcement practitioners, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and top agency personnel from SEC, DOJ, and more.  UTGEI offers multiple opportunities for engagement and networking with some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations—making this an event you don't want to miss!

Dallas – Hotel ZaZa Dallas Uptown – Sep 15-16, 2022

Live Webcast – Sep 15-16, 2022

Join us for The University of Texas School of Law’s 8th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country, bringing together the top enforcement practitioners, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and agency personnel. Hear from some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations.

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jul 1, 2022

9:00 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics)  Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) When the FBI Comes Knocking (or No-knocking) (REPLAY) Peter B. Haskel, Bojorquez Law Firm, PC, Lewes, DE   10:10 a.m. to 11:10 a.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics)  Ethical Issues Facing In-House Counsel (REPLAY) Jay Dewald, Norton Rose Fulbright, Dallas, TX Paul E. Coggins, Locke Lord LLP, Dallas, TX Matthew G. Nielsen, Bracewell LLP, Dallas, TX Kelly Vickers, Kimberly Clark Corp., Dallas, TX 11:20 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. (1.00 hr | 1.00 hr ethics) Ethics Potpourri for IP Practitioners (REPLAY) David Hricik, Mercer University School of Law, Macon, GA   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Dallas – Arts District Mansion (formerly Belo Mansion) – Sep 30 - Oct 1, 2021

Live Webcast – Sep 30 - Oct 1, 2021

We're back in Dallas this fall! Join us for The University of Texas School of Law’s 7th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country, bringing together the top enforcement practitioners, in-house counsel, compliance professionals, and agency personnel. Hear from some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations.

STUDIO WEBCAST – May 21, 2021

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (1.00 hr) Internal investigations introduce a variety of complexities to organizations even during “normal” circumstances and those complexities increased severalfold when COVID upended businesses and their ordinary operations. This presentation helps practitioners guiding their clients through internal investigations anticipate and navigate these challenges – particularly those that may be compounded by the pandemic’s impact on business operations. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

STUDIO WEBCAST – Feb 5, 2021

9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (3.00 hr | 3.00 hr ethics) Need ethics credit? We’ve got you covered! UT Law CLE’s First Friday Ethics streams live every first Friday of the month, and features some of our best ethics speakers and presentations for a total of 3.00 hrs ethics credit. Fulfill your entire annual ethics requirement in Texas in one day!   This month includes: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  Greed is[n't] Good (REPLAY) F. Daniel Knight, Chamberlain, Hrdlicka, White, Williams & Aughtry, Houston, TX Using a series of case studies, explore the ethical obligations and fiduciary duties owed by lawyers to clients and how the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure are implicated in each. 10:45 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.  Too Many Entities Thomas H. Watkins, Husch Blackwell LLP, Austin, TX As more “deals” are put together, more entities are used to facilitate the “deal." Assess the huge liability risk for clients and lawyers if litigation is the end result. 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EPC Aspects of Renewable Energy Projects and Human Rights Implications (REPLAY) Karla Pascarella, Flatiron Construction, Austin, TX Join Karla as she explores the EPC Aspects of Renewable Energy Projects and Human Rights Implications.   If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

STUDIO WEBCAST – Feb 3, 2021

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. (1.00 hr) Conducting an internal investigation can be tricky even in the best of circumstances, but when your executive is the target, it adds a whole other layer of complexity. In this presentation, Marla will cover everything about conducting the investigation of a high level employee, including: managing conflicts, dealing with the media, remote interviewing in the age of COVID, and more. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast. Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

STUDIO WEBCAST – Apr 14, 2020

3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (1.00 hr) Hear from Leslie C. Thorne for this timely and informative primer on how companies can protect themselves from the financial consequences of COVID-19 through the strategic use of insurance and force majeure clauses. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

STUDIO WEBCAST – Mar 24, 2020

2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (1.00 hr) Join Leslie C. Thorne for this timely and informative primer on how companies can protect themselves from the financial consequences of COVID-19 through the strategic use of insurance and force majeure clauses. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Houston – The Westin Galleria Houston – Sep 12-13, 2019

Don’t miss The University of Texas School of Law’s 6th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country. Hear from some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations, with: Opening Keynote Presentation by Matt Miner, Deputy Assistant Attorney General of the DOJ’s Criminal Division In-depth, practical and timely discussions, including: Tailoring Internal Investigations to be More Efficient and Cost Effective Financial Fraud Enforcement: A Look Around the Corner FCPA Issues and Developments The Company in Crisis: Talking to Investors, Regulators and the Media Criminal Developments Whistleblower Issues and Best Practices Representation of Multiple Parties: Ethical and Practical Considerations Plus insight from top-level practitioners, in-house counsel and government officials, and invaluable networking opportunities to interact with speakers and attendees, including the Thursday Luncheon and Evening Reception.

STUDIO WEBCAST – Jul 12, 2019

11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (1.50 hr) Following the DOJ’s 2019 guidance on the evaluation of corporate compliance programs, what's changed? How do you ensure your process is effective? Join Ryan D. McConnell, along with Meagan Baker, Brent McDaniel, and Krissy Turner, as they take a deeper-dive look at the key steps and best practices for an effective risk assessment process. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time! ALSO AVAILABLE - Revisit the Essentials!   Corporate Compliance Essentials: The Complete Series (7.25 hrs) This six-part online eCourse, also moderated by Ryan D. McConnell, walks through the legal and regulatory framework, core principles, and key components of a successful compliance program. Take the "complete series" or select the specific parts and individual eCourses you need most: Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 1 - Compliance Framework (1.50 hr) Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 2 - Risk Assessments (1.50 hr) Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 3 - Policies and Procedures (1.00 hr) Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 4 - Training and Awareness (.75 hr) Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 5 - Internal Investigations (1.50 hr) Corporate Compliance Essentials, Part 6 - Monitoring and Audit (1.00 hr)

STUDIO WEBCAST – Dec 7, 2018

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (1.00 hr ethics) Streaming live from our studios, join Daniel Knight in exploring a series of case studies emphasizing the ethical obligations and fiduciary duties owed by lawyers to clients, and how the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, and the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure are implicated in each. If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Dallas – The Westin Dallas Downtown – Sep 20-21, 2018

Don’t miss The University of Texas School of Law’s 5th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country. Hear from some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations. The Institute offers a collegial forum for in-house counsel and practitioners to engage with high-level current and former government officials, including: Opening Keynote Presentation by Stephanie Avakian, Co-Director of the SEC’s Division of Enforcement Kit Addleman, Partner with Haynes and Boone, LLP and former Regional Director of the SEC’s Atlanta Office Erin Neely Cox, U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Patrick K. Craine, Deputy GC and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer for Chesapeake Energy Corporation Jason S. Flemmons, Sr. Managing Director with Ankura Consulting Group, and former Deputy Chief Accountant for the SEC’s Division of Enforcement Brian K. Kidd, Assistant Chief of the DOJ’s Securities and Financial Fraud Unit Jim Letten, Senior Counsel with Butler Snow LLP, and longest consecutively-serving U.S. Attorney Shamoil T. Shipchandler, Regional Director of the SEC's Fort Worth Office With in-depth, practical and timely discussions, including: Changes to the Enforcement Space: The In-House Counsel’s Perspective Effective Management of Internal Investigations Financial Fraud Enforcement Trends Coping with Data Management: Tips for In-House Counsel False Claims Act Developments Cybersecurity: The Latest Strategies for Responding to Ransomware and Other Incidents Plus invaluable networking opportunities to interact with speakers and attendees, including the Thursday Luncheon and Evening Reception.

STUDIO WEBCAST – May 4, 2018

1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. (1.00 hr) Streaming live from our studios, join Pierre Grosdidier and learn how to authenticate electronic evidence without having to rely on an expert.     If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

STUDIO WEBCAST – May 4, 2018

2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (1.00 hr) Streaming live from our studios, join Pierre Grosdidier and learn how and why the FTC polices data breaches and the collection and exploitation of big data.     If you cannot watch the entire webcast at its scheduled time, register now and view the recording and eCourse when it is available in “Your Briefcase” after the webcast.  Earn CLE credit (in TX and CA) on your time!

Live Webcast – Nov 10, 2017

There is no “one-size fits all” compliance program. Each compliance program begins with a deep understanding of the business and risk environment. Program design considers the end business user and creates a structure that is mapped to different risks and regulations through a compliance framework that shares common themes irrespective of the type of business or subject matter. Join us online for Part 5 and 6 of this this six-part series that walks through the legal and regulatory framework, core principles and key components of a successful compliance program.   Part 5: Internal Investigations Part 6: Monitoring and Audit INSTRUCTORS:  Ryan D. McConnell, Partner, R. McConnell Group PLLC Ed Hanover, Chief Compliance Officer, FIFA Jay G. Martin, Chief Compliance Officer and Associate General Counsel, Baker Hughes, a GE Company Kristen Savalle, Associate Director of Empirical Research at Stanford Law School and with the Rock Center for Corporate Governance Cara Viglucci, Vice President Global Investigations, Millicom International Services, LLC Missed Parts 1-4? Catch up and earn MCLE credits on your time! Corporate Compliance Essentials - Online eCourses Part 1: Compliance Framework Total Credit Hours: 1.50 | $75 Part 2: Risk Assessments Total Credit Hours: 1.50 | $75 Part 3: Policies and Procedures Total Credit Hours: 1.00 | $55 Part 4: Training and Awareness Total Credit Hours: 0.75 | $50

Houston – Hotel Derek – Oct 26-27, 2017

Don’t miss The University of Texas School of Law’s 4th Annual Government Enforcement Institute (UTGEI)—one of the premier enforcement programs in the country. Hear from some of the nation’s most prominent authorities on key issues and strategies for protecting companies and executives in government investigations. The Institute offers collegial forum for in-house counsel and practitioners to engage with high-level current and former government officials, including: Keynote Presentation by Benjamin D. Singer, Deputy Chief of the DOJ’s Fraud Section Audrey T. Andrews, SVP and GC for Tenet Healthcare Corporation Kara Novaco Brockmeyer, Partner with Debevoise & Plimpton, and former Chief of the SEC Enforcement Division’s FCPA Unit Patrick K. Craine, Deputy GC and Chief Risk and Compliance Officer for Chesapeake Energy Corporation Charles E. Duross, Partner with Morrison & Foerster LLP, and former Deputy Chief of the DOJ’s Fraud Section Jason S. Flemmons, Sr. Managing Director with Ankura Consulting Group, and former Deputy Chief Accountant for the SEC’s Division of Enforcement Jim Letten, Senior Counsel with Butler Snow LLP, and longest consecutively-serving U.S. Attorney Michael F. Maloney, Chief Accountant for the SEC’s Division of Enforcement Paul E. Pelletier, Partner with Pepper Hamilton LLP, and former Principal Deputy Chief of the DOJ’s Fraud Section Shamoil T. Shipchandler, Regional Director of the SEC's Fort Worth Office With in-depth, practical and timely discussions, including: The Administration’s Shifting Priorities: What’s Hot, What’s Not and What You Need to Know Financial Fraud Enforcement: Public Companies, the SEC and the DOJ Handling Environmental Actions: The General Counsel’s Perspective Healthcare Enforcement Issues: Civil and Criminal Developments FCPA: Perspectives from the Top The General Counsel and the Compliance Function: A Marriage Made In… Plus invaluable networking opportunities to interact with speakers and attendees, including the Thursday Networking Luncheon and Evening Reception

Live Webcast – Oct 6, 2017

There is no “one-size fits all” compliance program. Each compliance program begins with a deep understanding of the business and risk environment. Program design considers the end business user and creates a structure that is mapped to different risks and regulations through a compliance framework that shares common themes irrespective of the type of business or subject matter.   Join us online for this six-part series that walks through the legal and regulatory framework, core principles, and key components of a successful compliance program.   Part 1: Compliance Framework Part 2: Risk Assessments Don't miss these upcoming live webcasts - register for the entire series today!   Also on October 6, 2017 LIVE VIDEO WEBCAST: Corporate Compliance Essentials (Part 3 and 4) Part 3: Training and Awareness Part 4: Policies and Procedures November 10, 2017 LIVE VIDEO WEBCAST: Corporate Compliance Essentials (Part 5 and 6) Part 5: Monitoring and Audit Part 6: Internal Investigations INSTRUCTORS: Part 1 and 2 Ryan D. McConnell is a founding partner of R. McConnell Group PLLC, a Houston-based firm focused on compliance practice and creating effective compliance programs. Mr. McConnell is a former federal prosecutor who focused on corporate compliance issues, internal investigations and white-collar criminal defense. Outside of his law practice, Mr. McConnell teaches international corporate compliance at the University of Houston Law Center. Lori Fink is Senior Vice President—Assistant General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer for AT&T Services, Inc. where she has responsibility for legal matters relating to privacy, data protection, corporate compliance. Prior to that, Lori was with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company handling labor, general litigation and state regulatory and legislative matters. She has held a variety of other legal positions supporting External Affairs and Compliance, Small Business Sales, Global Customer Service, Access Management, Global Operations and Process Engineering, the Global Marketing Organization, Corporate Strategy and the Big Data Center of Excellence.   Jay G. Martin is Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior General Counsel at Baker Hughes International. Prior to joining BHI, Mr. Martin was a Shareholder at Winstead Sechrest & Minick P.C., a Partner at Phelps Dunbar and Andrews & Kurth, and the Assistant General Counsel of Mobil Oil Corporation’s Worldwide Exploration and Production Division in Fairfax, Virginia. Daniel Trujillo is Senior Vice President and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for Walmart International. Before joining Walmart International, he served as Deputy General Counsel and Director of Compliance at Schlumberger Ltd. where he worked in numerous legal roles providing advice on international operations and mergers and acquisitions. Daniel has co-authored several articles on risk-based compliance programs and speaks frequently on building international compliance programs.   

Live Webcast – Oct 6, 2017

There is no “one-size fits all” compliance program. Each compliance program begins with a deep understanding of the business and risk environment. Program design considers the end business user and creates a structure that is mapped to different risks and regulations through a compliance framework that shares common themes irrespective of the type of business or subject matter.   Join us online for Part 3 and 4 of this this six-part series that walks through the legal and regulatory framework, core principles, and key components of a successful compliance program.   Part 3: Policies and Procedures Part 4: Training and Awareness Don't miss these upcoming live webcasts - register for the entire series today!   Also on October 6, 2017 LIVE VIDEO WEBCAST: Corporate Compliance Essentials (Part 1 and 2) Part 1: Compliance Framework Part 2: Risk Assessments November 10, 2017 LIVE VIDEO WEBCAST: Corporate Compliance Essentials (Part 5 and 6) Part 5: Monitoring and Audit Part 6: Internal Investigations INSTRUCTORS: Part 3 and 4 Ryan D. McConnell is a founding partner of R. McConnell Group PLLC, a Houston-based firm focused on compliance practice and creating effective compliance programs. Mr. McConnell is a former federal prosecutor who focused on corporate compliance issues, internal investigations and white-collar criminal defense. Outside of his law practice, Mr. McConnell teaches international corporate compliance at the University of Houston Law Center. Lori Fink is Senior Vice President—Assistant General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer for AT&T Services, Inc. where she has responsibility for legal matters relating to privacy, data protection, corporate compliance. Prior to that, Lori was with Southwestern Bell Telephone Company handling labor, general litigation and state regulatory and legislative matters. She has held a variety of other legal positions supporting External Affairs and Compliance, Small Business Sales, Global Customer Service, Access Management, Global Operations and Process Engineering, the Global Marketing Organization, Corporate Strategy and the Big Data Center of Excellence. Jay G. Martin is Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer and Senior General Counsel at Baker Hughes International. Prior to joining BHI, Mr. Martin was a Shareholder at Winstead Sechrest & Minick P.C., a Partner at Phelps Dunbar and Andrews & Kurth, and the Assistant General Counsel of Mobil Oil Corporation’s Worldwide Exploration and Production Division in Fairfax, Virginia.  Daniel Trujillo is Senior Vice President and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer for Walmart International. Before joining Walmart International, he served as Deputy General Counsel and Director of Compliance at Schlumberger Ltd. where he worked in numerous legal roles providing advice on international operations and mergers and acquisitions. Daniel has co-authored several articles on risk-based compliance programs and speaks frequently on building international compliance programs.