Law schools teach the law; however, they dont do a good job of explaining how legal principles fit into the day-to-day activities that take place in the real business world. This program looks at the valuable role of a business counselor in creating contracts that lay out terms of engagement for business relationships with customers, vendors, and others. Youll also learn how a business counselor provides value to clients, and reduces their risks, through advice on compliance with the laws and regulations that apply to their business. See why a business counselor is a lawyers lawyer, and carries enormous responsibility and respect, and how you can become one.
As a result of this program, you will understand:
- Basic roles of a business attorney
- Representing the new technology-based company
- Representing the global company
- Representing the growing company
- Expanding your role beyond legal advice
- What clients are looking for in selecting attorneys
- Attributes of a business counselor
- What makes a great lawyer
- Personal development
This program is included in the following series:
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