THE BUSINESS CONTRACTS TOOLKIT: FROM CONTRACT FUNDAMENTALS TO SPECIALIZED AGREEMENTS
On Demand Seminar
ITEM #:  1950142501   |   EVENT CODE:  523009
STANDARD PRICE
$295.00
MSBA MEMBER, NEW LAWYER, AND OTHER DISCOUNTS, IF APPLICABLE, WILL BE APPLIED DURING CHECKOUT.

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To claim CLE credit, view by:  March 26, 2027

Depending on the jurisdiction in which you practice, you may or may not be able to claim credit for viewing this on demand seminar. Please check with your licensing agency for accreditation information.

The Business Contracts Toolkit: From Contract Fundamentals to Specialized Agreements

Originally presented:  March 27, 2025     |     Course length:  6.0 hours


The Business Contracts Toolkit will provide you with a comprehensive overview of contract fundamentals along with a survey of key business agreements you will encounter during the life cycle of a business. 

You will learn about contract formation, drafting, and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Plus, our talented faculty will explore 24 contracts relating to:

  • Governance
  • Operations
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Franchising
  • Procurements

Walk away with a survey of the essential business contracts you need to understand to succeed as a business lawyer!

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS  (5 MINUTES)


Mastering Contract Fundamentals
Formation, Drafting and Avoiding Mistakes


Understanding Minnesota Contract Law Principles and Fundamentals  (60 MINUTES)
Elements of a Contract, Types of Contracts, Tips for Reviewing Contracts and More!
– Heather L. Marx & Kristi Adair Zentner

The 10 Most Important Contract Cases You Need to Know About  (45 MINUTES)
– Michael M. Krauss

6 Common Contract Disputes and How to Resolve Them  (45 MINUTES)
– Roxanna (Roxy) Gonzalez

Top 10 Things NOT to Put In a Contract  (30 MINUTES)
– John R. Remakel 



Exploring the Landscape of Business Contracts

What Contract to Use When


2 Governance Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
Partnership and LLC Operating Agreements
– Pat Shriver

4 Operation Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
NDAs, Independent Contractor Agreements, Equipment Leases, and Commercial Real Estate Leases
– James C. MacGillis

4 HR Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
Employment, Non-Competes, Non-Solicit and Termination Contracts
– Katie M. Connolly

5 IT Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
SaaS, PaaS, SLA, EULA and Click-Wrap Agreements
– Molly T. Eichten

4 Procurement Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
MOUs, Joint Ventures, License and Master Service Agreements
– Sarvesh Desai

5 Franchise Contracts  (30 MINUTES)
Franchise Agreements, Area Representative Agreements, Area Development Agreements, Unit Franchise Disclosure Documents, and Area Representative Franchise Disclosure Documents
– Rachel D. Zaiger

$295

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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 6.0 standard CLE credits. The maximum number of total credits attendees may claim for this program is 6.0 credits.

Depending on the jurisdiction in which you practice, you may or may not be able to claim credit for viewing this on demand seminar. Please check with your licensing agency for accreditation information.

STANDARD PRICE
$295.00
MSBA MEMBER, NEW LAWYER, AND OTHER DISCOUNTS, IF APPLICABLE, WILL BE APPLIED DURING CHECKOUT.
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