MINNEAPOLIS
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Check-In: 8:30 AM
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall # 370
3rd Floor, City Center
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Back by Popular Demand!
Veteran CPA and financial trainer JOE NOVELLO takes complex concepts and breaks them down in a simple, easy-to-follow format. He uses humor, intrigue, and real-world examples to highlight key takeaways for lawyers.
Concepts Covered Include:
The goal of this seminar is to provide you with a solid understanding of the basics of finance. A case study of an existing public company is used to illustrate financial concepts in an easy-to-understand way. You'll learn to identify and use financial accounting information relevant to a wide range of legal matters. And, you'll gain a competitive edge in negotiation or litigation with an increased understanding of financial matters.
YOUR PRESENTER:
Joseph Novello, CPA MBA, began his career in accounting and management consulting at Ernst & Young in New York City. He obtained his CPA license in New York and his MBA in Finance from New York University. He’s gained a wealth of experience from working in both domestic and foreign Fortune 500 companies as Controller, CFO, Director of Planning and Analysis, and Director of Sales Operations.
THE SCHEDULE:
8:30 – 9:00 a.m.
CHECK-IN & CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
9:00 – 10:45 a.m.
Foundations of Modern Accounting and the Basic Equation of Finance
Financial Statements (Part 1)
10:45 – 11:00 a.m.
BREAK
11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Financial Statements (Part 2)
Accounting Methodologies and Principles
Who’s Who in Financial Reporting
Private Company Accounting
12:15 – 1:15 p.m.
LUNCH BREAK (on your own)
1:15 – 2:45 p.m.
Key Numbers and Ratios
Present Value Concepts and Business Valuations
2:45 – 3:00 p.m.
BREAK
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.
The Lawyer’s Role in Financial Audits
Basic Concepts of Financial Investment
Financial Fraud Schemes
LIVE IN-PERSON
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Minnesota CLE Conference Center
600 Nicollet Mall, Suite 370
Seventh Street & Nicollet Mall, Third Floor City Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
ONLINE REPLAYS
Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Monday, December 4, 2023
Attend online
A moderator will be available to answer questions by email.
$295 MSBA members / $295 paralegals / $345 standard rate
Other discounts that may apply:
Scholarships available!
Need-based scholarships are available for in-person and online seminars. For further information or to obtain a scholarship application, contact us at 800-759-8840 or customerservice@minncle.org.
Minnesota CLE is applying to the Minnesota State Board of CLE for 5.5 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 5.5 credits.
