Speaker Profile
MARK HENRIQUES
Mark Henriques has litigated contract cases for 27 years and brings a practical, litigation-oriented approach to drafting and negotiating contracts. Mark is a partner with Womble Bond Dickinson, a transatlantic firm with over 1000 attorneys, where he has practiced since 1991. Mark is a skilled trial lawyer who has successfully handled and tried cases in a variety of contexts ranging from breach of contract to class actions. He has experience in state and federal court in both North and South Carolina. Mark has successfully handled numerous trials, arbitrations, and mediations. Mark has served as the first chair in more than eight jury trials, five of which lasted a week or more. He has successfully argued cases before the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals and the North Carolina Court of Appeals. His areas of focus include technology, construction, manufacturing, and real estate disputes.
BEST SELLER - Construction Law from Start to Finish
Whether you are new to the construction practice or are looking for a comprehensive refresher, this course will cover multiple issues that must be taken into consideration in the realm of construction law. Join our experienced faculty as they cover a broad, basic overview of the construction process; the fundamentals of construction contracts and key provisions; the basics of insurance; and the impact chang..
Artificial Intelligence - What Every Lawyer Needs to Know
We will discuss what artificial intelligence is and why machine learning, a particular type of artificial intelligence, is changing the law we practice law. We will provide examples of how artificial intelligence is changing the law. We will then turn to various legal and ethical issues raised by the increased use of AI.Areas CoveredWhat is Artificial Intelligence?Machine Learning / Deep LearningAI Usage To..
Artificial Intelligence and the Law
In this practical webinar, you will learn about the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence and get a glimpse into the future, as additional legal tasks get automated.Upon course completion, you will be able to:Define “machine learning”Describe how machine learning is already being used by law firmsEvaluate how Artificial Intelligence is changing legal jobsConsider the ethical implications of Artific..
COVID-19 and Contracts
COVID-19 is disrupting supply chains around the world and causing sharp drops in demand. Business is trying to decide whether and how to terminate or cancel contracts, and if they can avoid liability for breach.We will discuss how to handle contract cancellations because of the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. We will focus on a little know contract clause called “force majeure” and look at how the clau..
Data Management, Records Retention, Destruction Considerations and Legal Holds
This webinar will review the basic tenants of Information Governance. We will then bring these theories to a practical level by discussing strategies for maintaining documents and information in today’s electronic work. We will discuss the key components of a good document retention policy. Finally, we will discuss the importance of litigation holds, including how, why and when to implement them to avoid le..
Drafting Document Retention Policies
The presentation reviews the basic approach of Information Governance and the importance of getting the relevant stakeholders at the table when drafting a document retention policy. We discuss the importance of document destruction and how to develop a policy that balances the interests of the various stakeholders.Areas CoveredInformation GovernanceObjectivesPolicies and ProceduresRecords Retention and Dest..
Return to Work: COVID-19 Considerations
We will review consideration for opening businesses in light of COVID-19. We will consider reasons to open and the liability risks associated with that activity. If the decision is made to open, we will discuss how to minimize liability by adopting policies, changing shifts, modifying physical space, screening employees, and requiring the use of PPE such as masks.Areas Covered Reason to OpenLiability RisksE..