Learn the latest on Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency Law in 2022 CLE with this convenient, telephonic seminar. All registered attendees who are unable to participate in the teleconference will be e-mailed a complimentary absentee recording and podcast of the full-length seminar two days after the teleconference. Register to obtain CLE and MCLE credit, receive access to complete course and reference materials, and attend this telephonic seminar.

Benefits:

Bitcoin has reached a market cap of over $800 billion, fueled by huge growth in digital currencies. The demand has never been higher for lawyers who understand NFT's, Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency. The laws vary greatly between states and have been in flux with a series of recent developments. The faculty for this seminar features three leading authorities on the subject. This comprehensive program on virtual currency law will introduce you to the most relevant issues and practical solutions, including Blockchain, distributed ledger, non-fungible tokens, the growth of cryptocurrencies, litigation issues, the role of digital currencies in financial transactions, "Smart Contracts," trading issues, compliance and avoidance strategies, and virtual currency transmissions. The faculty will also cover the changes and progress on the most current legal developments and future regulations. Registration includes online access to course and reference materials that serve as a helpful guide to the numerous topics and techniques discussed in the program.

Agenda:

Bitcoin, Blockchain, and Cryptocurrency Law in 2022 CLE:

a. An Overview of Bitcoin and Digital Currencies

b. Most Critical Challenges involving Non-fungible Tokens & Digital Currencies

c. Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Legal Issues

d. Use of Blockchain in Transactions

e. Issues faced by Fortune 500 Companies, Governments, and Start-ups

f. SEC Regulations involving Cryptocurrencies and Initial Coin Offerings

g. Legal Tools to Navigate cryptocurrency Exchanges

h. Accepting Bitcoin as Payment and Alternative Payment Methods

i. Case Law Update

j. Legal Effects of "Smart Contracts"

k. Taxation of Bitcoin and Virtual Currency

l. Impact of Upcoming and Proposed Regulations

Interactive Question and Answer Session

Biography of Seminar Faculty:

1. Dorothy Giobbe practices at Jones Day, where she is a leader in the fintech and emerging technology space. Ms. Giobbe has an extensive track record of supporting innovative technology projects in the financial services industry. She brings over a decade of in-house legal experience as a trusted advisor to C-suite leadership regarding blockchain, distributed ledger technology (DLT), crypto assets, quantum computing, machine learning/artificial intelligence, biometrics/digital identity, cybersecurity, government relations, and bank regulation. Ms. Giobbe served as executive director and assistant general counsel of emerging technology at JPMorgan Chase. She also led legal engagements with state Attorneys General in alignment with consumer and community banking business priorities and strategies. In addition, Ms. Giobbe managed high-profile regulatory issues and emerging legal risks; reporting and regulatory exams; responses to regulatory actions and inquiries from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Reserve Board (FRB), and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB); and led a team of lawyers responsible for providing legal and strategic guidance to independent control functions involving compliance, risk, audit, and oversight and control.

2. Alex More is a Partner at Carrington, Coleman, Sloman and Blumenthal, L.L.P., where he leads the firm’s Virtual Token & Blockchain practice. Mr. More counsels clients concerning compliance with securities, financial, and other regulations governing virtual tokens and blockchain applications. He also acts as offsite general counsel for entrepreneurs and businesses, and represents businesses and their owners in litigation, including disputes over fiduciary duty and corporate governance issues.

3. Mark Stignani is a Partner at Barnes and Thornburg LLP, where he applies his technical and research background with experience involving innovation to create a broad spectrum of analytics and strategic review of clients’ corporate transactions, reorganizations, and intellectual property endeavors. Mr. Stignani practices intellectual property law, and he possesses a unique understanding of the innovation process – considering he has over 36 patent filings himself, in various technologies and across 11 countries. Mr. Stignani began his career as an assistant general counsel and chief intellectual property counsel for various divisions of Thomson Reuters (and its predecessor), where his responsibilities included managing high-volume M&A, driving innovation by harvesting and protecting IP associated with software and high-value data and analytics, as well as providing primary intellectual property legal support for business development, contracts, editorial, and technology areas in the business’ financial services, healthcare, and legal information groups. He also served on various executive committees that drove investment in acquisitions, emerging business development and new product development across a multiple marketplaces. Mr. Stignani earned his J.D. while working for Alliant Techsystems, and previously he had completed postgraduate work in robotics and control systems at the University of Minnesota and National Technological University while working at Honeywell, Inc. He served as a lecturer at Stanford University.

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Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission for 1.5 MCLE credits

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Arizona State Bar for 1.5 CLE credits**

Arkansas Supreme Court - Office of Prof. Programs for 1.5 CLE credits

California State Bar for 1.5 MCLE credits

Colorado Supreme Court Board of Continuing Legal and Judicial Education for 1.8 CLE Credits

Connecticut for 1.5 CLE Credits

District of Columbia (CLE credits are not required)***

Florida Bar for 2.0 CLE credits

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Indiana Commission for Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE Credits

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Minnesota State Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits

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Nebraska Mandatory Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits ******

Nevada Board of Continuing Legal Education for 1.5 CLE credits

New Hampshire for 1.5 CLE credits ****

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* Members of the Alaska Bar Association may report 1.5 CLE credits for participating in this course as it has been approved by other mandatory CLE jurisdictions for 1.5 CLE credits.

** The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1.5 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 0 hour(s) of professional responsibility.

*** States that do not require CLE are indicated above. Rossdale does not apply for CLE in these states as CLE credit is not required.

**** The New Hampshire does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Continuing Legal Education requirement. Pursuant to NH Supreme Court Rule 53, this activity may be counted for up to 1.5 CLE hours.

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