Upcoming Seminars & Speaking Events:

"Trade-Marks 101"

A basic understanding of trade-mark issues is critical when seeking to protect an organization's intellectual property rights. Neil Melliship and Larry Munn, both members of our firm's Technology & Intellectual Property Practice Group, are providing a seminar for a major client addressing basic trade-mark fundamentals. If you feel your organization would benefit from a similar seminar, please contact Larry Munn at 604.643.3160 or lm@cwilson.com.

May 12 & 13, 2008

"Partnering for Public Infrastructure Financing: Development & Renewal"

At The Canadian Institute’s "Partnering for Public Infrastructure Financing: Development & Renewal" participants will learn about innovation in infrastructure financing, funding and delivery, as well as practical strategies for combining the financing and operational strengths of the private sector with the skills and needs of the public sector.

Brock Johnston, co-chair of Clark Wilson LLP's Public Private Partnerships practice group, will be a panelist in a session titled How to Effectively Transfer Risk and Strike the Right Balance in Risk Allocation: Examples and Case Studies. This session will focus on:

• Assessing and quantifying risk from different perspectives
• Strategies for evaluating risk in different infrastructure sectors
• Exploring the impact of the global credit crunch on risk
• Analyzing when risk transfer was successful, not successful and how it could have improved: case studies
• Understanding what can be insured, at what cost and by whom
• Optimizing risk allocation to reduce exposure to liability
• Overcoming disputes that may arise throughout the project lifecycle

Presented by: The Canadian Institute

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyer: Brock Johnston

When: May 12 & 13, 2008

Where: Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel
90 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON

Program and Registration: See the conference brochure.

May 22 & 23, 2008

"Disability Claims Management and Litigation"

This conference brings together the knowledge of leading lawyers, medical experts and insurance professionals to explore the unique challenges associated with litigating and managing disability claims.

Three Clark Wilson lawyers are speaking at this conference. Diane Bell is presenting a session on Mediation - the Inside Story: Timing, Preparation, Crunching the Numbers and Attitude, while Neo Tuytel and Krista Prockiw are co-presenting on Avoiding Bad Faith.

Presented by: Insight Information

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyers: Diane Bell, Krista Prockiw & Neo Tuytel

When: May 22 & 23, 2008

Where: Metropolitan Hotel
645 Howe St., Vancouver, BC

Program and Registration: See the conference website.

May 29, 2008

"Selling Your Business: Get the Best Price, Negotiate the Best Terms"

Selling a business is a very complex and time-consuming process and something that most business owners will only do once in a lifetime. Jonathan will provide you with an understanding of the primary responsibilities of a business broker, from business valuation to preparation of a marketing brochure to purchaser prospecting and negotiations. Jonathan will guide you through the process and help you understand why engaging an M&A specialist to help orchestrate the sale of your business will allow you to maintain your focus and take care of your most important asset… your business.

This seminar will give you the fundamental information you need to know in order to assess how to sell your business for the best price and on the best terms. Only those attending will have the value of the insights of the speakers and the benefit of learning how to be successful at selling your business.

You will learn about:

• common mistakes made by business owners when selling their business and how to avoid them

• how you can ensure that you actually receive the sale proceeds so that your retirement is more secure

• the rules around non-competition agreements and how to protect yourself if the buyer defaults

• how to protect yourself from a buyer that does not pay

• creative financing solutions that make your business more saleable and increase the field of potential buyers

If you are interested in learning how to structure your business to get the highest price possible and to achieve the best terms from a seller's perspective, you should make time for this seminar and register today!

Presented by: Clark Wilson LLP

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyer: Don Sihota

When: May 29, 2008

Where: Room C215, UBC Robson Square,
800 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC

Time: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Program and Registration: See the brochure.

May 29, 2008

"Forum on Product Liability and Recalls"

Consumer confidence has been shaken by the numerous product recalls issued recently. Given the broad range of consumer goods affected, every company needs to have proper policies in place to proactively deal with product recalls and avoid costly litigation.

At The Canadian Institute’s Forum on Product Liability and Recalls you will learn proven strategies to protect your company from litigation. Topics covered include:

• Understanding when to issue a recall and weighing all the relevant factors

• Protecting your company’s reputation and brand integrity

• Tips and best practices to properly administer a recall and get the media on your side

• Strategies to put together, and improve the performance of, a high functioning recall team

• Essential updates and lessons learned from recent product liability law suits and recalls in Canada and the U.S.

Presented by: The Canadian Institute

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyer: Elaine Adair

When: May 29, 2008

Where: Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel
90 Bloor Street East, Toronto, ON

Program and Registration: See the conference website.

June 11 & 12, 2008

"Canadian Insurance Coverage Symposium"

As the cost of litigation continues to escalate, the need to have a strong understanding of current insurance coverage issues is more important than ever. Knowledge of current case law and claim trends, as well as an understanding of complex coverage concepts, is critical to avoid exposing your clients or company to unnecessary risk.

This event will provide essential, practical information from some of the country’s premier lawyers and representatives in the insurance industry. Ultimately, the event will help you more efficiently address your current coverage claims and litigation.

Presented by: Pacific Business & Law Institute

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyers: Nigel Kent & Neo Tuytel

When: June 11 & 12, 2008

Where: Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel
999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC

Program and Registration: See the conference website.

June 17 & 18, 2008

"Litigating and Managing Insurance Coverage Disputes"

With the rising costs of litigation and the profit margins for insurance companies shrinking, getting up to speed on insurance coverage disputes is more important than ever. It is becoming more difficult for clients and insurance companies to afford the cost of lengthy litigation. Understanding complex concepts such as the duty to defend, the allocation of costs, and exclusions in construction defect cases is a necessity to ensure that you do not expose your organization or your clients to the risk of litigation.

Clark Wilson LLP insurance lawyers Neo Tuytel and Nigel Kent are both panelists at this conference. Neo will speak in a session titled Litigating Construction Defect Cases: Cross-Canada Perspectives. Nigel will speak in a session titled Making Sense of D&O Coverage: Understanding the Latest Trends.

Presented by: The Canadian Institute

Clark Wilson LLP Lawyers: Neo Tuytel & Nigel Kent

When: June 17 & 18, 2008

Where: Marriott Bloor Yorkville Hotel
90 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario

Program and Registration: See the conference website.