Dennis Kennedy is a highly-regarded and experienced speaker who speaks regularly on technology law topics. He has also taught at the Washington University School of Law as an adjunct professor.

He has created for 2004 five new seminars, each packed with practical information to help you address some of the hottest areas in technology law.

Review and Negotiation of Information Technology and Intellectual Property Agreements 101

The nuts and bolts of reviewing, analyzing and negotiation of IT and IP contracts, including software licenses; the components of standard contracts; what to look for and look out for in standard provisions; common negotiating techniques; eliminating one-sidedness; business issues vs. legal issues; common revisions; what is "standard" language?; a review checklist.

• Learn to spot and handle common problems
• Avoid costly mistakes and focus on the most important issues
• Save on legal fees by handling first-level review and negotiation in house

Review and Negotiation of Information Technology and Intellectual Property Agreements 201

The advanced course in review and negotiation of IT and IP contracts; getting the license terms right; confidentiality provisions; liability limits; indemnification; service level agreements; customer data and security concerns; exit strategies, disentanglement and continuity; privacy and special concerns; ownership issues; hot topics; what can be negotiated today.

• Protect yourself from unfavorable terms that have the biggest financial impact on your business
• Learn which contract provisions are negotiable and approaches to improve your contracts
• Save on legal fees by using lawyer time for the most important legal issues

The Neglected Layer of Computer Security - Legal Issues and Legal Protections

While there has been a lot of emphasis on the technical aspects of computer security, much less attention has been paid to the legal aspects of computer security. What is the developing law on computer security? How do you protect yourself? Discussion of desirable contract provisions; regulatory matters (Sarbanes Oxley, HIPAA, et al.); the interplay of security, privacy and confidentiality; legal risk management options; security is a team sport; common problems; hidden problems; dealing with specific security issues; a toolbox for legal issues in computer security.

• Reduce your risks from security events
• Protect your information through contractual and risk management approaches
• Develop a consistent approach to handling security-related issues in all parts of your business

Open Source License Issues in Your Business - Does "Free" Mean Free?

Many businesses are starting to use the Linux operating system and other Open Source software to run web servers and perform other tasks in order to save money. The Open Source software licenses represent a completely new approach to the licensing of intellectual property. We will cover: why Open Source matters and where you will see it in your business; the history and philosophy of Open Source; the Open Source Definition; the license "families"; myths and concerns about Open Source; practical legal issues arising out of the use of Open Source software; best practices for Open Source projects; current legal issues; where we are going.

• Determine how "free" free software really is
• Protect your business from consequences of ill-considered efforts to use Open Source software
• Learn ways to take advantage of the benefits of Open Source software

Software License and Intellectual Property Due Diligence - Managing for Today and the Future

Can you put your hands on all the documentation and licenses for your software? How do you keep track of domain name registrations and renewals, copyright and trademark registrations, patents and IP licenses? In too many cases, the state of affairs of these materials can best be described as "mayhem." When a business is sold, due diligence becomes an expensive nightmare. We will cover common problems, the big issues and practical approaches to managing these matters and reducing your legal risks and potential costs.

• Reduce likelihood of infringement and unlicensed software issues
• Develop software license and IP management systems to save money now and in the future
• Gain control of your IP portfolio

All seminars are half-day (roughly 3 hours, including question-and-answer period). Some programs are also available in a one hour or lunch session format. Continuing legal education credits may be available.

Pricing

• Standard Package. Presentation, plus handout materials. $3,500 (plus reasonable travel fee, if applicable)

• Custom Package. Presentation, plus handout materials, examples customized for you (e.g., Review and Negotiation 101 would look at a current agreement you are working on), and a 5% discount on other seminars ordered in 2004. $7,500 (travel fee waived)

• Premier Package. Presentation, plus handout materials, customized examples option, right to audiotape and/or videotape session with license to use for your internal business purposes, and 10% discount on other seminars ordered in 2004. $12,500 (travel fee waived).

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