S&W LearningHub

Whether you are an entrepreneur, engineer, scientist, or anyone else whose company or career might touch the U.S. patent system, an understanding of the key concepts in patent law may prove to be beneficial. Join San Diego Partner Jaime Choi, Ph.D. for an introduction of key concepts in patent law, including patent inventorship, ownership, and the types of inventions that can be covered by patents.

In this webinar, Denver partner Eric Kintner and Las Vegas partner Charles Gianelloni provide a unique opportunity to learn what blockchain technology is all about—how it works, who controls it, and most importantly, why it has the potential to build huge enterprise value.

Los Angeles partner Joshua Schneiderman discusses key strategies to consider when negotiating Letters of Intent in mergers and acquisitions. Topics of discussion include the pros and cons of doing a Letter of Intent, typical issues to address in the Letter of Intent and case law concerning Letters of Intent.

Attorneys from across Snell & Wilmer’s offices present on topics designed to help business owners, in-house counsel, managers and HR professionals better understand complex employment issues.

Topics covered during this session include COVID-19 Vaccines in the Workplace, Tax Implications of Remote Workers, and the Regional Round Up: What’s New in Nevada, Arizona, California, Colorado and Utah.

In this Denver edition of the Emerging Business Seminar Series™, partner Eric Kintner is joined by Brett Story of Britehorn Partners to discuss how to sell your business as well as recent M&A trends that might affect your approach.

From startups to multibillion-dollar companies, contracts are an essential part of every business. Even at an early stage, a well-structured and drafted contract can be critical to a company’s success. How can companies navigate the world of contracts to best protect their interests? Join San Diego Attorney Sarah Hibbard for a basic overview of contracts, including a discussion on the ins and outs of contracts and contract negotiation and management for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Attorneys from across Snell & Wilmer’s offices present on topics designed to help business owners, in-house counsel, managers and HR professionals better understand complex employment issues.

Topics covered during this session include Employment Law Changes Under the Biden Administration, OSHA and the Continuing Impact of COVID-19 on the Workplace, and Immigration Updates.

San Diego attorneys Monique Lashbrook and Rosalyn Sutton lead a discussion on California commercial leases. Topics covered include the different types of commercial office leases, items that are typically included in leases and what to look out for in a lease from the tenant’s perspective in California.

California partner Steffi Hafen leads a discussion on how to secure your business and legacy through estate planning. Topics covered include estate planning, business succession planning, and pre-liquidity planning for optimal tax, business, and family planning efficiencies. Special attention given to the needs of startup and tech businesses, including through discussions of QSBS stacking and packing, GRATs, DGTs, and charitable planning techniques.

San Diego Employment and OSHA attorney Kevin M. Brown leads a discussion on common pitfalls California employers face including meal periods and rest breaks, handbooks, harassment/discrimination/retaliation laws, mandatory training, independent contractors, and Cal/OSHA requirements.

Partner Elizabeth Wylie is joined by Investment HR founder Heidi Johnson to discuss how businesses can proactively manage the requirements of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. In particular, they address how to minimize business disruptions and enhance worker satisfaction in the wake of the new pay transparency and wage equity requirements.

In this recording from Snell & Wilmer’s Virtual CLE Series, partner Sean Sherlock covers Environmental Justice under federal and state law, including what Environmental Justice is, why it is important, existing Environmental Justice laws, and pending legislation.