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2026 Corporate Counsel eConference

Contains material from Dec 2025 to May 2026
2026 Corporate Counsel eConference
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UT Law CLE's 48th Annual Corporate Counsel Institute is the conference for in-house counsel and outside counsel who represent companies of all sizes. The Institute offers in-depth, practical discussions on the legal issues and considerations that matter most to corporate counsel.

Includes: Video Captions Audio Transcript Paper Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 11.75 | 2.50 ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 5/31/2027
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Sessions

Credit
1. Annual Employment Law Update (May 2026)

Gary D. Eisenstat

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 37 pgs

Session 1 —44 mins 0.75

Annual Employment Law Update (May 2026)

Hear the latest labor and employment developments over the last year, focusing on the most significant changes under the current administration.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Gary D. Eisenstat, Eisenstat Mediation - Dallas, TX

2. Crisis Management and the Role of Social Media (May 2026)

Monica Ramirez Trollinger, Jeff Eller, Christine E. Reinhard

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 21 pgs

Session 2 —46 mins 0.75

Crisis Management and the Role of Social Media (May 2026)

Dust off your organization’s social media policies and ensure they are relevant for the current time. Hear how to effectively manage employees at all levels.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Monica Ramirez Trollinger, Southwest Research Institute - San Antonio, TX
Jeff Eller, The Eller Group - Austin, TX
Christine E. Reinhard, Fennemore - San Antonio, TX

3. Beware the Boilerplate! And Other Contract Pitfalls (May 2026)

Kate McCabe, Jennifer McGrew

1.00 0.00 0.00 1.00
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 18 pgs

Session 3 —60 mins 1.00

Beware the Boilerplate! And Other Contract Pitfalls (May 2026)

Explore commonly underestimated contract provisions—including liability limitations, indemnities, insurance, assignments, and dispute resolution clauses—that can dramatically affect organizational risk exposure. Gain practical insights into negotiating and drafting these "boilerplate" terms to avoid costly pitfalls.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Kate McCabe, Savara Inc. - Austin, TX
Jennifer McGrew, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX

4. In-House Counsel’s Role in Reviewing Marketing Materials (May 2026)

Craig Beaker

0.50 0.00 0.00 0.50
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 14 pgs

Session 4 —29 mins 0.50

In-House Counsel’s Role in Reviewing Marketing Materials (May 2026)

Explore different tools in-house counsel can employ in managing marketing copy review, including (1) identifying common issues found in marketing copy, (2) how to cost-effectively use outside counsel to manage and coordinate copy review, and (3) the use of AI tools to review promotions and marketing copy.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Craig Beaker, Holland & Hart LLP - Denver, CO

5. Texas or Delaware: Where Should You Incorporate? (May 2026)

Craig Smyser

0.50 0.00 0.00 0.50
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 28 pgs

Session 5 —32 mins 0.50

Texas or Delaware: Where Should You Incorporate? (May 2026)

Elon Musk wants to get paid--a comparative case study.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Craig Smyser, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX

6. Texas Business Court – Everything You Want to Know (May 2026)

Jason Boulette, Steven H. Garrett, Taylor J. Graham, Michael D. Marin

1.00 0.00 0.00 1.00
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Paper (pdf) – 26 pgs
Slides (pdf) – 7 pgs

Session 6 —60 mins 1.00

Texas Business Court – Everything You Want to Know (May 2026)

Led by members of the trial team for the first case to go to trial in Texas’s new business court, this panel explores the ins and outs of business court, including the advantages of business-informed judges and staff, reasoned written opinions, and unique business court procedures. The panel also discusses how companies can elect business court and the considerations involved in deciding whether to do so.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Jason Boulette, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Steven H. Garrett, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Taylor J. Graham, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX
Michael D. Marin, Boulette Golden & Marin L.L.P. - Austin, TX

7. Legal Privilege: Understanding Who You Represent and Avoiding Other Ethical Pitfalls (May 2026)

Allison Standish Miller

0.50 0.50 0.00 0.50 | 0.50 ethics
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Paper (pdf) – 15 pgs
Slides (pdf) – 14 pgs

Session 7 —30 mins 0.50 | 0.50 ethics

Legal Privilege: Understanding Who You Represent and Avoiding Other Ethical Pitfalls (May 2026)

This topic focuses on the perennially-important ethical issues concerning how to create privilege; how to maintain it; and how, as in-house counsel, to instruct the business to maintain it. Examine (in)famous examples of where things went wrong, and advise on how to avoid similar situations.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Allison Standish Miller, Steptoe LLP - Houston, TX

8. Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement (May 2026)

Tim Newman

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 15 pgs

Session 8 —48 mins 0.75

Cybersecurity Litigation and Enforcement (May 2026)

A concise, practical briefing on the latest developments in cybersecurity litigation and enforcement. Gain insight and practical advice on defending common claims and on how to prepare for—and navigate—regulatory investigations.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Tim Newman, Haynes Boone, LLP - Dallas, TX

9. How Can In-House Counsel Add Value to an IPO or M&A Exit Transaction? (May 2026)

J. Robert Suffoletta, Chantel R. Jordan, Jared Josephsen

1.00 0.00 0.00 1.00
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 25 pgs

Session 9 —60 mins 1.00

How Can In-House Counsel Add Value to an IPO or M&A Exit Transaction? (May 2026)

Discuss the role of in-house counsel when a company is doing an IPO or M&A exit transaction including deal preparation, advising management and the board of directors on key issues, working with outside counsel and advice on managing the transaction.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

J. Robert Suffoletta, Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, P.C. - Austin, TX
Chantel R. Jordan, Golden Laurel Advisors - Houston, TX
Jared Josephsen, Lattice Semiconductor - Austin, TX

10. AI Governance and Training Best Practices
(May 2026)

Jonathon K. Hance

0.75 0.75 0.00 0.75 | 0.75 ethics
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 52 pgs

Session 10 —52 mins 0.75 | 0.75 ethics

AI Governance and Training Best Practices
(May 2026)

This session examines emerging AI governance frameworks for in-house legal departments, including the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA) and its implications for corporate compliance programs. The presentation explores practical approaches to AI training and acceptable use policies, evaluating the pros and cons of different governance models and equipping corporate counsel with actionable strategies for responsible AI adoption.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Jonathon K. Hance, Bracewell LLP - Houston, TX

11. How to Respond to the Government When it Shows Up at Your Door (May 2026)

Jay Dewald, Sergio V. Leal

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 24 pgs

Session 11 —45 mins 0.75

How to Respond to the Government When it Shows Up at Your Door (May 2026)

Hear practical guidance for in-house counsel on how to respond when government agents show up—whether in connection with a civil inquiry or a criminal investigation. Gain insight into immediate do’s and don’ts, preserving privilege, coordinating internal stakeholders, and managing risk in the critical first hours and days of a DOJ investigation. Leave the presentation with a clear, actionable framework for protecting the company while engaging appropriately with the government.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Jay Dewald, Norton Rose Fulbright US LLP - Dallas, TX
Sergio V. Leal, The University of Houston System - Houston, TX

12. Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Privacy Compliance
(May 2026)

Rich Spilde

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 29 pgs

Session 12 —44 mins 0.75

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Privacy Compliance
(May 2026)

Gain insight into the critical challenges facing legal practitioners in drafting effective privacy policies in today's rapidly evolving regulatory environment. As privacy, security, and AI laws continue to proliferate and mature across multiple jurisdictions, attorneys must understand the intricate web of compliance requirements that impact modern business operations.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Rich Spilde, Holland & Hart LLP - Boulder, CO

13. Intellectual Property Update (May 2026)

Natalie Alfaro Gonzales, Mark Eberhard, Brianna Hinojosa-Smith

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)

Session 13 —48 mins 0.75

Intellectual Property Update (May 2026)

In-house IP experts from leading companies share insights on evolving IP strategies, monetization, enforcement, risk exposure, and litigation trends.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Natalie Alfaro Gonzales, Yetter Coleman LLP - Houston, TX
Mark Eberhard, HP, Inc. - Houston, TX
Brianna Hinojosa-Smith, ATI Inc. - Dallas, TX

14. Construction Contracts, Lease Agreements, and Other Real Estate Contracts (May 2026)

Brian R. Gaudet, John C. Livingston

0.75 0.00 0.00 0.75
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 29 pgs

Session 14 —43 mins 0.75

Construction Contracts, Lease Agreements, and Other Real Estate Contracts (May 2026)

Gain insight into important issues to get right in construction contracts and lease agreements relating to the development of projects and the construction of improvements. Particular attention is focused on price escalations, force majeure and supply chain impacts.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Brian R. Gaudet, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP - Houston, TX
John C. Livingston, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton - Raleigh, NC

15. Lessons Learned from GCs Behaving Badly (Allegedly) (May 2026)

Joseph T. Clees

0.75 0.75 0.00 0.75 | 0.75 ethics
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 57 pgs

Session 15 —39 mins 0.75 | 0.75 ethics

Lessons Learned from GCs Behaving Badly (Allegedly) (May 2026)

It is always better to learn from someone else’s mistakes. In this session, examine examples of in-house counsel allegedly (or admittedly) behaving badly—from alleged assaults and slurs to embezzlement—and what in-house counsel can learn from those situations. Also, discuss examples of in-house counsel allegedly being punished for doing the right thing.

Originally presented: Apr 2026 Corporate Counsel Institute

Joseph T. Clees, Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C. - Phoenix, AZ

16. BONUS: Cyberjustice Interrupted: How Ransomware Turns Risk Into Liability (Dec 2025)

Stefanie Alexander, Melecia McLean

0.50 0.50 0.00 0.50 | 0.50 ethics
Downloadable Materials
Transcript (txt)
Slides (pdf) – 14 pgs

Session 16 —37 mins 0.50 | 0.50 ethics

BONUS: Cyberjustice Interrupted: How Ransomware Turns Risk Into Liability (Dec 2025)

This CLE explores how ransomware and cyberattacks are impacting law firms and small businesses highlighting their legal, operational, financial, and compliance consequences. Participants gain practical insights into litigation trends, evolving cybersecurity threats, and how to build a human-centered defense through staff training, behavior-based awareness programs, and proactive risk mitigation. The session closes with actionable steps to lower risks and strengthen firm-wide defenses.

Originally presented: Sep 2025 LLCs, LPs and Partnerships

Stefanie Alexander, Attorney at Law, PLLC - Houston, TX
Melecia McLean, MeltalksCyber - New York, NY