New Treatises
- A 600-page appendix of color illustrations comparing litigated works, this treatise analyzes the divergent tests used by the federal courts to determine the substantial similarity of musical works, computer programs, fiction, architectural works, and other subject matters protected by copyright.
- Trade Secrets: A Practitioner’s Guide is an indispensable resource that discusses all aspects of protecting trade secrets. It covers what a trade secret is, how it should be protected, and what to do when its secrecy is compromised. Trade Secrets examines in detail what trade secret misappropriation is, how you can prove it in court, […]
- For IP lawyers, general counsel, litigators, and executives, a thorough exploration of the law governing the creation and protection of trade secrets, the forms of misappropriation, and the remedies for injured owners.
- Guide to legal issues for practitioners and covered bonds market participants. Discusses benefits of this financing alternative; explains transaction structures in specific countries and compares their legal frameworks; and explores the need for U.S. legislation to codify treatment of covered bonds.
- Legal knowledge and practical strategies for dealing effectively with government investigations and conducting internal investigations that can withstand subsequent regulatory or judicial scrutiny.
New Answer Books
- Financial Institutions Answer Book provides, in a handy Q&A format, a comprehensive overview of the complex federal requirements regulating financial institutions in the United States. Every aspect of a financial institution life cycle is covered, from understanding the differences in regulation based on what type of charter is chosen, through ongoing capital and deposit activities requirements and […]
- Addresses the continuing changes in the laws, rules, and regulations to implement the provisions of the Dodd-Frank Act that apply to financial institutions. Provides guidance to attorneys as well as the wider corporate community in the areas of financial services and financial institutions.
- Comprehensive overview for the non-expert who wants to understand the basic concepts of U.S. antitrust law. Addresses the most common business problems and emerging topics that illustrate the scope of the antitrust laws.
- Presents an overview of the NLRA and other major federal labor legislation, along with interpretative decisions by the NLRB and courts. Detailed guidance on the rights and obligations of employees, employers, and unions. Includes coverage of executive orders related to federal contractors.
- Intellectual Property Law Answer Book is an easy-to-use resource for practitioners facing a patent, trademark, or copyright issue. Written in a Q&A format, this book answers practical questions, helping readers to understand and address intellectual property issues that may arise in a transaction or litigation.
New Course Handbooks
- The past several years brought a constant barrage of changes in patent law, between proposed new legislation (PERA, PREVAIL), new USPTO filing procedures (DOCX, Patent Center), and Supreme Court activity (Amgen, etc.) at a rate not seen in decades. The Institute is your answer to keeping abreast of these myriad developments, whether your practice focuses […]
- The past several years brought a constant barrage of changes in patent law, between proposed new legislation (PERA, PREVAIL), new USPTO filing procedures (DOCX, Patent Center), and Supreme Court activity (Amgen, etc.) at a rate not seen in decades. The Institute is your answer to keeping abreast of these myriad developments, whether your practice focuses […]
- This interactive program will provide a unique opportunity to learn about the application of professional conduct rules to government lawyers. Experienced faculty will discuss hypothetical scenarios, illustrating various issues that can arise for lawyers who work for the government.
- Recent U.S. and global efforts to re-examine the taxation of cross-border income have led to considerable complexity, uncertainty, and risks of double taxation. To navigate these challenges effectively, it is critical to understand the U.S. international tax rules and recent U.S. and global developments. The international tax rules affect not only large U.S. and non-U.S. based […]
- PLI is proud to welcome back Program Chairs John T. Haggerty and Robin Panovka together with an exceptional faculty for our annual Real Estate M&A and REIT Transactions 2026 program. Throughout 2025, professionals specializing in REITs encountered dynamic market conditions which shaped and challenged the legal landscape of high-stakes real estate M&A, ranging from the impact […]