2023 Business Law Institute - In-Person
What does the coming year hold for Colorado’s economy? How can Colorado sustain the growth it has experienced over the years, and how can our leaders best balance entrepreneurial freedoms with consumer protections and regulations? Join us for lively discussions on these topics and more, at the 2023 Business Law Institute. Along with updates on securities, antitrust, and secured transactions law, we’ll feature a conversation on the ethics of AI in law practices, and multiple networking opportunities. Live from the CBA-CLE Classroom, this program will prepare you to meet the needs of your business clients in a changing world.
CBA-CLE will email webinar access information to registrants 24-48 hours before the program.
Home studies will be available approximately 2-3 weeks following the live program.
If disability accommodations or special assistance are needed, please contact us at [email protected]. Requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the scheduled program.
The program will be submitted for CLE accreditation in Colorado. If you need to seek accreditation in another state, please review the process and requirements for that individual state. CBA-CLE staff can provide a Uniform Certificate of Attendance, and it is the attendee’s responsibility to complete the accreditation outside of Colorado.
Cancellations: If you are unable to attend, please notify CBA-CLE by August 28, 2023, and we will gladly refund your tuition in full or apply your tuition to the webinar or home study. Cancellations after August 28, 2023, will be refunded less a $150 cancellation fee.
Thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, JAMS
Thursday, September 7, 2023
8:30 – 9:00 am
Registration & Coffee
9:00 – 9:05 am
Opening Remarks
Extended by Ben Skeen, Esq., Program Attorney, CBA-CLE, and Holly Shilliday, Esq., Chair, Colorado Bar Association Business Law Section
9:05 – 9:55 am
Essential Updates for the Business Lawyer
Legislative Update - Presented by Steve Mulligan, Esq., Cohen, Payton, & Payne, LLC
Case Law Update – Presented by Trevor Crow, Esq., Doida Crow Legal LLC
Colorado Secretary of State Update – Presented by Carla Hoke, Esq., Legal Analyst, Business and Licensing Division, Colorado Secretary of State’s Office
9:55 – 10:45 am
Introduction to Blockchain Technology, Crypto-currencies, and Implications for Business Lawyers
Blockchain technology and crypto-currencies are here to stay. Learn how these technologies can be useful, and how Colorado and other states are looking to incorporate them into their commercial codes.
Presented by Tung Chan, Esq., Commissioner, Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies, Division of Securities; Dr. Wendy Charles, PhD, BurstIQ, and William Wenzel, Esq., Red Road Legal P.C.
10:45 – 11:00 am
Networking Break
11:00 – 11:50 am
What Business Lawyers Do that Litigators Love
We all hope that our transactional work will never end up in court, but sometimes it happens. Learn what you can do as a business attorney so that your clients are prepared for unforeseen litigation.
Presented by Rajesh Kukreja, Esq., Sherman & Howard, L.L.C.; Katie A. Reilly, Esq., Wheeler Trigg O’Donnell; Lucas “Luke” T. Ritchie, Esq., Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP; and Fredric M. Winocur, Esq., Ridley, McGreevy & Winocur, P.C.
11:50 am – 1:00 pm
Lunch on your Own
1:00 – 1:50 pm
Attorney Ethics in the AI World
Generative AI, such as ChatGPT is here; learn about its uses in the practice of law, and how it could potentially cause ethical problems for unwary attorneys,
Presented by Ryan Howell, Esq., Rubicon Law Group, Ltd. and Herrick Lidstone, Esq., Burns Figa & Will
Submitted for 1 Professional Responsibility Credit
1:50 - 2:40 pm
Antitrust and Competition Trends Impacting Business
The Colorado Department of Law, Consumer Protection Section, is enhancing its bid-rigging outreach and detection efforts across the State. Through this presentation, the Antitrust and False Claims Units will share insights on recent enhancements to the Colorado Antitrust Act and implications under the newly enacted Colorado False Claims Act for entities and individuals conducting business in Colorado.
Presented by Robin Alexander, Esq., Benjamin Gilling, Esq. and Aric Smith, Esq, Colorado Attorney General’s Office. Moderated by Thomas Dyer, Esq., Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP
2:40– 3:00 pm
Networking Break
3:00– 4:00 pm
What Lies Ahead for the Colorado Economy That Will Impact You, and How to Advise Your Clients? A Discussion of Significant Changes Since the Last Institute, Projected Future Changes, and What Is Shaping Them
Presented by Dr. Richard L. Wobbekind, Associate Dean for Business and Government Relations and Senior Economist, and Faculty Director of the Business Research Division, Leeds School of Business, University of Colorado
4:00 – 4:10 pm
CBA Leadership Remarks
4:10 – 5:30 pm
Adjourn to Networking Reception sponsored by JAMS
Friday, September 8, 2023
8:30 – 9:00 am
Registration & Coffee
9:00 – 9:05 am
Opening Remarks
Presented by Lucas “Luke” T. Ritchie, Esq., Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, and Immediate Past Chair, Colorado Bar Association Business Section
9:05 – 9:55 am
Intersection of IP Law and data transmitted via NFT, Blockchain, Web 3.0
Presented by Patricia Y. Ho, Esq., Sheridan Ross, PC; Charlene Krogh, Esq., Dorsey & Whitney, LLP and by Tripp Lake, Esq., Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP; additional speakers to be named.
9:55 – 10:45 am
Ethics Issues Facing Business Lawyers
Get up to date on the rules and cases related to identifying clients, informed consent, disputes with clients, and other issues commonly faced by business lawyers.
Presented by Nicole M. Black, Esq., Cohen|Black Law, LLC, and April McMurrey, Esq., Colorado Supreme Court Office of Attorney Regulation Counsel
Submitted for 1 Professional Responsibility Credit
10:45 – 11:00 am
Networking Break
11:00 – 11:50 am
Securities Issues Facing Business Lawyers
You may not consider yourself a securities specialist, but it’s important for you to know when you’re unknowingly treading into a regulated area. Discover the latest trends and issues from the securities world, so that you can recognize where you might want to bring in a specialist.]
Presented by Stacey Bowers, Esq., University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Ronald R. Levine, II, Esq., Arnold & Porter; and Rose Standifer, Esq., Sage Law Group; Additional speakers to be named
11:50 am – 12:00 pm
Pick up box lunches
12:00 – 12:50 pm
The Great Debates: Regulation vs. Free Enterprise in Colorado
A moderated discussion of regulation and business: how regulation protects consumers, how regulations might stifle innovation and growth, and who we can balance the interests of consumers and business to create a vibrant, healthy, and fair economy.
Presented by Meghan Dollar, Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs and Political Operations, Colorado Chamber of Commerce, and Martha Fulford, Esq., Colorado Attorney General’s Office.
Moderated by Holly Shilliday, Esq., McCarthy & Holthus, LLP
12:50 – 1:10 pm
Networking Break
1:10 – 2:00 pm
Best Practices for Boards and Governance
Discover the best practices for boards of directors of for profit and not for profit businesses.
Presented by John Valentine, Esq., Illumine Legal LLC; additional speakers to be named
2:00 – 2:50 pm
Amendments to UCC Article 9
Learn about the latest amendments to UCC Article 9.
Presented by Cameron Hollingshead, Esq., Markus Williams Young & Hunsicker LLC, and Andrew Toft, Esq., Hoffman Nies Dave & Meyer LLP
2:50 – 3:00 pm
Final Housekeeping Remarks and Dismissal
Registration Fees
| Non Member | $779.00 |
| CBA Member | $584.00 |
| CBA Business Law Section Member | $497.00 |
| CBA Tax Law Section Member | $497.00 |
| New Lawyer Edge Partner | $292.00 |
| Paralegal/Legal Support Staff | $292.00 |
| Active Military | $292.00 |
| Public Service/Government | $292.00 |
| Student Currently Enrolled in Law School | $20.00 |
| CLEACCESSPASS---ELITE Pass Holder | $20.00 |
- General Credits: 12.00
- Ethics Credits: 2.00
- EDI Credits:
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